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Naughty Nuri’s: Killer Ribs, Wicked Martini
Going strong for more than two decades, this barbecue joint has a secret sauce that would make any barbecue fan to drool. Naughty Nuri’s cemented the ‘cue culture up in Ubud in mid 90’s, and since opening another outlet in Seminyak last year in August, Naughty Nuri’s fanatics down south can save time to get
Naughty Nuri’s : Killer Ribs, Dirty Martini
Going strong for more than two decades, this barbecue joint has a secret sauce that would make any barbecue fan to drool. Naughty Nuri’s cemented the ‘cue culture up in Ubud in mid 90’s, and since opening another outlet in Seminyak last year in August, Naughty Nuri’s fanatics down south can save time to get
A Bangli Beauty: Pura Taman Pecampuhan
Bangli is best known for its Kintamani highland, home to the mythical Lake Batur and Mount Batur. Both residents and visitors usually flock to the area for the Batur sunrise trek, or simply enjoying the breathtaking bird’s eye view of the lake from the terraces of the restaurants on the area’s higher ground. But if
Learn How to Play the Gamelan, Bali’s Traditional Orchestra
Learning to play a musical instrument is rewarding in many ways. Through music, both kids and adults can learn discipline, express creativity and find a healthy way to manage stress. In Bali, and if you’re not Balinese, learning the traditional music instruments such as Gamelan is a lot more than just doing a fun, stress-releasing
Sleep, Record, Repeat: These Bali Music Studios Are A Musicians Dream
Here on the Island of the Gods, recording studios with truly cutting-edge, killer equipments are no longer the privilege of professional recording artists. Just about anyone from all walks of life can now play their music instrument, sing or even rap, and record it and take their music home with them. Finding a Bali recording
SeaSalt Seminyak: From Sea to Table
Whether it’s tucking into a delicious serving of Blue Swimmer Crab on the terrace deck during a sunny Bali day, or knocking back Razor Clams with lemongrass and unagi mayonnaise indoors for dinner, there are few more satisfying experiences than having great seafood by the sea at Seasalt. Even for an island spoiled for choice
Tihingan, The Village of Musical Craftsmen
Tihingan is where the music on the island comes from, a rare gem even in the artsy, culturally rich Bali. Indeed, the traditional Gamelan orchestra is one of Bali’s unique characteristics. From a simple celebration on the island’s rural villages to grand temple ceremonies, the orchestra is always played as an integral part of the
Vintaged at Balique Restaurant
It’s clear that this restaurant has opted for an atypical approach to design. The mid-century décor is nostalgic, resembling an old Indonesian house. Enter the dining area, decked with wonderful antiques, and the cozy sensation is immediate. Once seated, you can’t help but look around and marvel at the vintage décor. At Balique, aesthetic value
Everyday is Sunday at Sundays Beach Club
Bali is almost always blessed with great weather, and it turns out that going to a beach club on a Sunday is perhaps one of the most popular activities on the island – you know, to gather up strength before facing Monday. But why wait for the weekend to put your feet up at a
Tegallalang: Finding Bali Antiques
Some 15 minutes away from the main Ubud hub is Tegallalang, an area famous for arts and crafts. Here, the handicrafts centre flourishes, with shops decorating both sides of the road that stretches for as long as 10 kilometres, making a drive to the popular Tegallang rice terrace a more scenic one. “The shops are
A Seminyak Shopping Spree
Seminyak is home to Bali’s most fashionable streets, where you’ll find the island’s top-notch fashion houses. Many a name in this area have arisen to become internationally known, from jewellers to stylish frock makers and many more. “For a little pampering break from your Oberoi shopping spree, directly behind the Bamboo Blonde store is the
Urban Canvas: Bali Street Art Makes a Statement
Street art and mural paintings are mushrooming, and have become one of the biggest attractions on the island’s south. We sat down with a Denpasar-based, famed street artist, visited the capital’s art institution, and snapped some of the island’s most staggering mural paintings. the street artist As his stage name suggests, Slinat (short for “silly
Salads and Sake in Sanur
Tamblingan in Sanur is full to bursting with restaurants. Explore the area and you’ll discover high-end dining, street side restaurants, beachfront eateries, and bars and cafes in between. The arrival of serious chefs and posh resorts heralds a new, more grown-up culinary era in Sanur. The area now has many different culinary experiences for everyone
