NOW Bali Editorial Team
This Holiday, Spark the Spirit at Starbucks
Starbucks® really knows how to get into the holiday spirit. From festive flavours, to specially designed mugs, to décor and music inspired by the season, the holiday period is the best time to visit a Starbucks® store. From November 10 until January 5 Starbucks® stores nationwide will be beautifully transformed for the holidays, decorated with
The Villas Bali Hotel & Spa Ultimate Holiday Giveaway
The Villas Bali Hotel & Spa’s social media (and possibly the best Christmas present ever) competition is here! We are excited to announce that The Villas Bali hotel and Spa, Prana Spa and Chill Reflexology are giving away the ultimate holiday experience valued at over USD 2,000. The prize includes: 5 nights accommodation for two in
Sun Down Circle Hits One
SUN DOWN CIRCLE (SDC) has quickly established itself as the number one underground music event in Bali, hosting guests such as Mr Scruff, Young Marco, Ivan Smagghe, and legend Roy Ayers. This November, SDC is taking over Potato Head Beach Club on the 27th (Mr Scruff playing on the upstairs club, 9pm till late) and
A Loving Testament of Old Time Lombok
The location of Hotel Tugu Lombok is undeniably magical, on the pristine white sand beach of Sire, facing the open ocean, providing crystal clear waters and breathtaking views of Mount Rinjani. It was built as a testament of the harmony of pluralism in Lombok in the past, based on the ancient manuscript of Negara Kertagama,
Green School Bali in an Effort to Redefine Academic Rigour
There are two kinds of academic rigour. The standard kind is measured in the number of hours spent; in the amount of predetermined information memorized and regurgitated. It involves running fast to jump through the hoops put before you. It involves being handed problems and showing you can follow prescribed pathways to solve them. It involves
A Book and A Drink At The Library
My post-deadline ritual has to involve some relaxing downtime, preferably in quiet places that provide great drinks, a soothing ambiance, and brilliant views. If you think that such a place only exists in my imagination, well, I’ve got news for you: we have it here in Bali! The traditionally elegant yet relaxed lounge, known as
The Leaf Opens in Jimbaran
The Leaf Jimbaran, Bali’s Luxury Villa Retreat, has just recently opened its doors as the area’s first luxury healthy lifestyle villa that promises an unparalleled wellness experience, surrounded by personal care. At The Leaf Jimbaran, your healthy lifestyle is given a boost with a myriad of options – personal trainers, clean nourishing food, specialised pillows,
‘Spirit of Smiles’ Charity Golf Tournament
AccorHotels is calling all philanthropic golfers to join a special, charity golf tournament called ‘Spirit of Smiles’ on Saturday, 31 October at the Bali National Golf Club The fun and friendly tournament has been initiated by Accorhotels in the Bali-Lombok region to raise funds for the second ‘A Tree For A Child’ (ATFAC) education centre
How a-Dory-able!
Located in the small coastal fishing village of Les in north Bali, the LINI Aquaculture and Training Centre is a hive of activity. Although the buildings for the Centre are still in the final stages of construction, marine conservation work at the Centre has already well and truly begun. This is the largest project Yayasan
Seminyak Kitchen Fires Up The Barbie
Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak’ s all day casual dining restaurant, Seminyak Kitchen, introduces a feast for the carnivores. With its majority of guests coming in from the land down under, Executive Chef Billy Costoglou and his team presents a good old Aussie Barbecue every Thursday night from 6.30 – 9.30pm. You are welcome to
Moonlite Kitchen & Bar Reinvents Sunday Brunch
MoonLite Kitchen and Bar at Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa has just recently launched its deliciously unique Singaporean-inspired dining experience – the Hawker Food Culture Sunday Brunch, showcasing traditional Asian cuisine with contemporary flair. Embracing the heritage of Singaporean food culture and the art of relaxed indulgence, the reinvented Sunday Brunch concept dishes up an
The Dining Hut of Mandapa
Meaning “hut” or “shelter” in Indonesian, Kubu is the signature restaurant at Mandapa. Harbouring that perfect Ubud ambience, with tropical breezes and soothing sounds of running water, this unique bamboo construction offers an incredibly intimate dining space. With nine private cocoons overlooking the Ayung River, diners will enjoy fine Mediterranean-European cuisine, with the option to
Vin+ Introduces New Culinary Head
VIN+ Seminyak Bali recently introduced the new head of the restaurant’s kitchen team, Theodorus Immanuel Setyo. Hailing from Wonosobo in Central Java, Chef Theo has dedicated his life to food. He has a passion for Indonesian food but having lived overseas in China and Dubai, he has a huge appreciation for international flavours as well.
