NOW Bali Editorial Team
Charly and his Chocolate Factory
It was a bright Saturday with a blue sky, sunshine and enough cool breeze even at noon. We headed east to Jasri Beach in Karangasem regency. It was a nice drive passing through the bypass road with a great view of the blue sea on the right and rolling hills on the left. We passed
The Melting Pot of the West
West Bali in general is a place where you can feast your eyes on awe-inspiring landscapes. The enchanting natural beauty that awaits you certainly justifies the long drive. This region is still relatively quiet (unlike its southern counterpart), and to avoid getting lost, bring a map and familiarize yourself ahead of time with two or
The Mozaic Beachclub Sweet Finale
For many, a great meal is not complete without the final touch of a tasty dessert. Crunchy, creamy, chocolaty or fruity, dessert can turn every dining occasion into an exceptional experience. That’s right, dessert is often the favourite course served during a meal. Talking about desserts, the new Mozaic Brasserie at Mozaic Beachclub seduces those
Go Hog Wild!
Ready to dine on some very fine swine or sink your teeth into mouthwatering meats? Here’s a place for you – a restaurant now described as “a rousing and scrumptious spot to eat and get wild in,” Hog Wild in Bali. Hog Wild in Bali is a no-nonsense restaurant serving up some of the best
Wine Carnival at Vin+
VIN+ in Seminyak is throwing its first Wine Carnival this coming August 16 (starting from 4pm). The carnival offers a relaxing sundowning session, showcasing a special selection of the finest wines from all over the world as well as a unique culinary feast from the VIN+ chefs. Watch out also for a stilt walker, juggler,
Crab Bar’s Naughty Call
Summer is coming! This is a great time to enjoy a cold beer and you can enjoy a selection of local and premium beers along with a signature crab dish at Crab Bar. Collaborating with Stark Beer, Crab Bar summon all you beer lovers to enjoy one hour of pleasure, where you can grab as
Grills, Skills and Deals at Romeos
In downtown Legian, the cool and edgy Romeos Bar and Grillery is keeping its doors wide open this month for all your dining and drinking needs. With a 15% off Lunch Special from 12-5pm every day, their traditional mixed grills serving up prime cuts and seafood selections just got that much more enticing. Then, come
Char Char Bar & Grill Opens its Doors in Seminyak
A new delicious addition to Seminyak’s eat street, Char Char Bar & Grill opened its doors last month to much excitement. The venue is a new Pacific Rim cuisine restaurant from Balinesia, the people who brought us Ultimo and Rumours. There are dishes from all over the Pacific region including a Mongolian grill, Fire walker
Mexican Fiesta at Seminyak Kitchen
In anticipation of the busiest time on the island, the nearly one year old Courtyard by Marriott (through the hotel’s signature Seminyak Kitchen), has prepared a range of food and beverage programmes to delight the island’s food enthusiasts. A mong the programmes, Chef Billy Costoglou and his team of chefs will be preparing some of
Bali’s Water Crisis – We Still Have Time Before 2020
A conversation with Ade Andreawan, Executive Officer of Bali Water Protection (BWP) programme, reveals the somewhat shocking truth about Bali’s water supply and how carelessness is depleting our natural stocks. It took me about an hour from Denpasar to reach the IDEP’s Headquarters, Demonstration Garden, and Training Centre which is located in a green and
Jemme’s Exquisite New Lounge
A visual spectacle, the fabulous new lounge at Jemme is a haven for drinking, dining and playing all at once. Relax and enjoy the intimate space, and savour Jemme’s newest delicacies as well as their home-cooked favourites with a luxurious twist. With every detail carefully considered, this sophisticated lounge offers fine, hand-crafted delights for real
Luncheon at W Bali on Saturday, June 27
It was one of those beautiful Bali days; sunny with a nice cool breeze coming from the sea, carried over from neighboring countries to the south where it’s winter at the moment. This is my favourite season of the year. It’s also the start of high season in Bali so the island is dotted with
Jean Couteau – Our Very Own Historian
It was early 2009 when I first met Jean Couteau at an editorial meeting. The Frenchman, who speaks Bahasa Indonesia fluently, arrived in white trousers and a long sleeved white shirt. He spoke extensively about Balinese traditions and cultures and how we should raise awareness of this rather than always the island’s sun, sea and
