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Food as Medicine : Cooking for Health in Ubud
Harnessing the healing benefits of vegan food, this cooking class will teach you how to cook healthy, delicious Indonesian dishes as you discover the wellness properties of local ingredients. “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food,” says Hippocrates, the ‘Father of Medicine’. Changing what you eat at home can be one of
Skulls and Bones in Trunyan Village
In one of Bali’s most isolated corners, at the edge of Lake Batur, stands a village home to Bali’s ‘original’ people. Here, in Trunyan, skulls line the sides of the unique burial ground, where bodies and bones are left out in the open for all to see. Warning: article contains some photos of open graves.
A Balinese Ghost Story
According to this Balinese legend, if you witness a white sheet flying towards you, it’s time to run! We’re all familiar with ghost stories. The haunted tales exchanged by the fire after midnight. The one about the creak of floorboards, the mystery of displaced furniture, the distressed ululations of a woman far in the distance.
Food to the Rescue : Providing Nutrition to Bali’s Needy
Have you ever wondered what happens to the excess food at buffet breakfasts and brunches? Most of it is dumped. That’s where Scholars of Sustenance’s Food Rescue Movement comes in, reducing food waste and providing nutrition to where it’s needed. Indonesia is the second largest food waste contributor in the world. With 8% of all
Archery in Bali : Draw, Aim & Shoot
Be it inspiration from the legendary tales of history’s bowmen, or curiosity piqued by modern Hollywood blockbusters, there’s been a sudden surge in interest in archery. In Bali, a group of archers invite you to take up the bow and give the sport a shot. Bali Heroes Archery, a group of former athletes, banded together
Plant-Powered : Plant-Based Dining You’ll Love
Food fads have come and crumbled in Bali, but the island’s wellness-centric and ethos-focused gourmands have led to the growing popularity of plant-based dining. Here we uncover some of Bali’s best vegan venues, who showcase true culinary creativity in the field. Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food, as Greek physician Hippocrates
Bali’s Bean Scene : Best Coffee Spots in Bali
From plant-to-pot and region-to-region, every cup of coffee in Bali bears an origin story. These destination cafes across the island will have you savouring Indonesia’s coffee culture, one sip at a time. Coffee is essential for most. It is a great part of the economy in Indonesia, but also, has become a sociocultural lifestyle that
Paon: The Philosophy of the Balinese Kitchen
In Bali, the kitchen is more than just a place to cook. It is an integral component of the Balinese compound, imbued with philosophy and age-old traditions. You would expect a cultural heritage as dynamic as Balinese cuisine to have its ancient recipes retained on tangible means. However, unlike other traditions and customs in Bali,
Madiksa: A Priest’s Second Birth
To become a Balinese Hindu high priest, or sulinggih, prospective priests must first go through the madiksa ritual. Some refer to it as a ‘death ritual’, as for the priest to be reborn as a new, cleansed man or woman, he or she must first “die”. A prerequisite to become a Catholic priest is being
Bali’s Amorous Escapes
When the lounging on glittery sand and savouring cocktails at sunset have been ticked off the date list, perhaps it’s time to take the intimacy to the next level. Here we share some of the island’s unparalleled romantic escapes and stays that encourage you and your loved one to explore not only Bali, but also
The Classic Valentine’s Gifts
Nothing beats a bouquet and a box of chocolates on Valentine’s Day. Whilst often labelled as ‘cliché’ gifts today, there is no doubt that deep down people still enjoy the gesture of receiving chocolates and flowers on Valentine’s Day – or any day, in fact. Yes, this timeless duo have history, dating back to 18th
Solemen Indonesia: Tackling Bali’s Mental Health Crisis
Notable human rights warriors in history proved that going on a hunger strike is one way to stand up for a cause and make a difference. Similarly, when Solemen Indonesia started in 2011, founder Robert Epstone committed to stay barefoot in solidarity with those living in such substandard conditions where footwear is considered a luxury.
Make Your Own Chocolate at Sorga Chocolates Bali
Chocolate has long been known as an aphrodisiac, so if biting into it sparks up passion, what about making it? There is no escaping the romance of Bali. Yes, love permeates through the island of the gods, be it in the wonders of nature, firing the glow of a candle at dinner, or by simply
