NOW Bali Editorial Team
Aperitif’s Lunar Cycle Menu, A Seasonal Approach Guided by the Moon
Presenting an original approach to seasonal menus, Ubud fine dining destination, Aperitif Restaurant, introduces the Lunar Cycle Menu, looking to Bali’s Saka calendar and its moon cycles as its inspiration. The Saka ‘lunisolar’ calendar – one of two important timekeepers on the island – is comprised of 12 moon cycles, or months, known as sasih.
Experience the Bold New Tasting Menu at The cave by Chef Ryan Clift
Tucked within a dramatic subterranean setting, The cave by Chef Ryan Clift remains one of the most captivating and unique dining experiences in Bali. Continuing to innovate and push the boundaries of gastronomic artistry, The cave by Chef Ryan Clift has introduced its refreshed menu, available starting 12 October 2025. Seamlessly combining modern gastronomy with
AKAR Restaurant Promises Lavish Farm-To-Table Festive Dining Experiences
Resting amidst the verdant landscapes of Ubud, AKAR, K Club Ubud’s signature dining destination redefines luxury dining with a tasteful fusion of nature, flavour, and festive atmosphere. Seamlessly blending a refined farm-to-table approach with immersive entertainment, AKAR delivers impressionable evenings grounded in Balinese hospitality and global culinary savoir-faire. At AKAR, guests can deep-dive into the
Makase Introduces Refreshed Southeast Asian Menu
Makase, the signature all-day dining restaurant at Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach, introduces its refreshed menu selection for the second half of 2025. Curated by Executive Chef Heri Riskiawan Efendi, the updated menu continues to showcase and celebrate the rich heritage, spices, and flavours of Southeast Asian cuisine. The new additions to Makase’s menu invite
WASTED by Potato Head: A Bali-Made Homeware Range Redefining Materials
Desa Potato Head has long been known as a cultural innovator, a creative village in Seminyak where sustainability and good times are woven together. Now, that ethos takes on a tangible new form with the launch of WASTED, a homeware range that transforms discarded materials into objects of utility and beauty. Created in collaboration with
DEPOT Rooftop: Aloft Bali at Beachwalk Unveils a Stylish New Outdoor Venue
Aloft Bali Kuta at Beachwalk proudly unveils DEPOT Rooftop, its newest open-air venue that combines contemporary design with Bali’s dynamic rooftop culture. Perched atop the iconic Beachwalk Mall, the new DEPOT Rooftop offers a sophisticated and versatile space for intimate weddings, social gatherings, romantic dinners, and bespoke celebrations. The venue redefines Kuta’s rooftop experience with
A Floating Afternoon Tea Amidst the Jungles of Padma Resort Ubud
At Padma Resort Ubud, guests are invited to indulge in a different kind of afternoon tea experience with their Floating Afternoon Tea offer. Nestled amidst the verdant jungles of Payangan, afternoon tea at the resort transcends beyond mere refreshment; it becomes an experience to be savoured. Served in the serene seclusion of the resort’s Lower
Access Indonesia: A New Hotel Booking App For Bali Travellers with Disabilities
Having just launched in Bali, the Access Indonesia application empowers hotels and accommodation providers to highlight their accessibility features online – from arrival and parking to dining and guest facilities – making it easier and more inclusive for travellers with disabilities to plan their trips. Developing this digital tool is Katalis, a government-backed Indonesia-Australia economic cooperation program,
8 Bali-Focused Events You’ll Love at Ubud Writers & Readers Festival 2025
Taking place from 29 October to 2 November 2025, the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) returns with a stellar line up of authors and thinkers for this year’s event, bringing the world’s most pressing dialogue and discussion to Bali’s cultural centre. • 2025 Line-Up• 8 Bali-focused Events Guiding this year’s event is the festival’s
The Sanctuary Fully Opens: GDAS Bali Health & Wellness Resort Unveils Complete Facility and Experience
On 4 October 2025, GDAS Bali Health & Wellness Resort held their Grand Opening event, marking the highly-anticipated moment where all of their immersive wellness and cultural experiences have finally been completed. Found sprawling on the edges of the Ubud rice fields, this all-encompassing destination has been designed as a sanctuary where ancient healing traditions
Giselle: A Taste of the Mediterranean Riviera in Canggu
Nestled in the heart of Canggu, a short distance away from the ocean, Giselle invites foodies on the island to indulge in Mediterranean flavours married with French technique. Born from friendship, passion, and a shared love of hospitality, Giselle encapsulates the essence of the Mediterranean Riviera in the 80s – sun-drenched, effortless, and a tad
Usher in a Wicked October at The Iron Fairies Bali
This October, expect a month jam-packed with wicked enchantment and entertainment at The Iron Fairies Bali, as the popular nightlife destination presents a series of thrilling events leading up to the spookiest time of the year. On Halloween Day, The Iron Fairies Bali invites partygoers to experience a darker, more playful side of the establishment
Agave & Azul: A Haven for Tacos and Tequila in the Tropics
Bali welcomes authentic Mexican street food with the opening of Agave & Azul, a taqueria and tequileria, celebrating agave-fuelled mixology and the region’s most soulful dishes. Located on Jl. Pantai Berawan, Canggu, guests are welcomed into a stylish restaurant space embellished with hints of Mexico, with its hacienda-style terracotta bricks, stained-glass windows and hanging corn
