NOW Bali Editorial Team
eBikes Bali: Touring Ubud and Beyond on Electric Bicycles
One of the best ways to experience rural Bali is on a bicycle: faster than exploring on foot, but nimble enough to take you through small village roads and farm paths. Making such an adventure accessible to more people, eBikes Bali invites guests to jump on an electric bicycle and head to some of the
Ubud Waterfall Tours: Experience the Magic of Bali’s Natural Wonders
As much as its coastlines, Bali’s verdant and rugged interiors have become sought after destinations, where gorgeous river valleys and waterfalls are found deep within the island’s natural forests. Expertly guiding visitors into the heart of Bali is Ubud Waterfall Tours, inviting people on a real adventure to most iconic waterfalls around the cultural capital
Head Chef Tomy Saputra Introduces Creative and Authentic Dishes at John Hardy Boutique & Gallery Seminyak
Many may think they know Indonesian cuisine, but a dining experience at the John Hardy Boutique & Gallery in Seminyak quickly quashes such a thought as Head Chef Tomy Saputra brings some of the most exotic traditional regional dishes to ‘The Long Table’. Though known worldwide for its exquisite handmade jewellery and silver, at its
Executive Sous Chef Eka Sunarya Creates Unique Recipes At Kubu Restaurant
This Balinese chef first worked at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, back in 2015 before taking a hiatus to W Maldives to broaden his horizons. Then at the end of 2023 he returned to Ubud in his new capacity as Executive Sous Chef, taking command of the resort’s fine dining riverside restaurant, Kubu. Straddling the banks
Executive Chef Daryl Wonorahardjo Influences Circularity and Sustainability at Desa Potato Head
It takes a village to raise, in this case, an Executive Chef! Jakarta-born Daryl Wonorahardo leads the culinary troops over at Desa Potato Head (i.e. ‘Potato Head Village’) as the Executive Chef, overseeing the impressive collection of restaurants at this all-encompassing lifestyle destination. His skills in the culinary world go beyond the kitchen, championing circularity
Head Chef Wayan Sutariawan Reveils Traditional Culinary Knowledge at Four Seasons Resorts Bali
As the Head Chef of Four Seasons Resorts Bali at Sayan, Chef Wayan Sutariawan, better known as Chef Suta, brings a wealth of traditional culinary knowledge to the table. His exposure to Balinese cooking began when he was twelve years old as he was being raised by his auntie in Klungkung Regency. It was his
Chef Wayan Kresna Proceeds On Culinary Journey With New Restaurant HOME
From the small island of Nusa Penida to the world, Chef Wayan Kresna Yasa’s story is one that inspires many young cooks on the island. Growing up across the Badung Straits, Chef Wayan’s culinary journey took him to the United States, where he trained at the prestigious Washburne Culinary Institute then sharpened his skills in
AYANA Resort Bali Presents an Easter Culinary Extravaganza
This Easter will be a culinary extravaganza at AYANA Resort Bali as the expansive 90-hectare resort has curated a series of indulgent feasts to celebrate everyone’s favourite springtime holiday. Guests will surely be spoiled for choice as the resort has prepared diverse Easter-themed dining offers at its repertoire of dining destinations. From 28-31 March 2024,
Row for ROLE: Join This Charity Canoe Race from Sanur to Nusa Dua!
Taking place on Saturday, 27 April May 2024, Row for ROLE: Hyatt 2 Hyatt is a community initiative raising funds for Bali’s long-established ROLE Foundation. Sports lovers are invited to join an epic canoe / kayak race from Sanur to Nusa Dua, journeying around Bali’s coastline for a good cause. About ROLE Foundation The ROLE
A Spectacular 6-Day Easter Festival at Karma Kandara
With everyone’s favourite springtime holiday fast approaching, Karma Kandara has announced the return of its annual Easter Festival. From 28 March to 2 April 2024, celebrate Easter in true Karma style with various exclusively curated family-friendly experiences over six days. The Easter Festival kicks off with Cocktails with Hanoman at Temple Lounge (28 Mar), where in-house guests can savour specially crafted
Celebrate a Chocolate-Filled Easter Weekend at W Bali – Seminyak
This Easter holiday will be exceptionally special at W Bali – Seminyak as the five-star resort presents a weekend full of sweet indulgences with their ‘Easter Choco Weekend’. Held from 30-31 March 2024, guests can expect a host of fun activities including an edible chocolate painting activity and the special W T-Party to the extra
Classical Pianist George Harliono Returns to Padma Musical Concert Series
Classical music connoisseurs can rejoice as Padma Resort Legian returns with its popular Padma Musical Concert Series this April. Following his sold-out show in June 2023, world-renowned British-Indonesian classical pianist George Harliono will again take the stage at the first Padma Musical Series of 2024. Back by popular demand, the 23-year-old virtuoso graces the stage
Bunut Bolong: The Holy Hollow Tree
On the winding valley roads of Jembrana Regency stands a majestic and holy tree by the name of Bunut Bolong, a twisting and towering banyan that has a road running straight through its centre. As you travel up north from Medewi, up the picturesque mountain route that cuts through the verdant Pupuan countryside, it’s impossible
