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On Friday, 24 June 2022, in Paradiso Ubud, nonprofit organisation BASAbali Wiki will hold an insightful event: a screening of the documentary feature “Language Matters”, plus a discussion with the film’s host, Bob Holman. This is a fundraising event for the organisation’s continued efforts in preserving the Balinese language. “What do we lose when a

The Balinale International Film Festival presents its 15th edition this 9 to 12 June 2022, setting up an extended weekend perfect for cinephiles and movie lovers across the island.  Move aside Netflix, because Balinale is back! The prestigious film festival, which started in 2007, has announced their return to a live program, with four days

The beach club at Puri Santrian was the great venue for the Bali Restaurant and Café Association’s (BRCA) second luncheon and welcomed three VIP guests and an important speaker, as the association begins to consolidate its position as the leaders in the culinary business in Bali.  Guests were welcomed to the second floor of the

Another pivotal art exhibition is on display at Titik Dua, the boutique and design-focused hotel in Ubud. Titled ‘No Boundaries’ the exhibition by the ‘Duo Jegeg’ (meaning two beautiful women) brings the perspectives of artists Ni Nyoman Sani and Ni Wayan Sutariyani to the forefront. About the Exhibition On display from 20 May – 12

After a two-year hiatus from its regular format, the Ubud Food Festival 2022 returns in full force, once again inviting everyone to descend upon Ubud to celebrate cuisine, chefs, producers, innovators and more over three fun-filled and food-fuelled days. • The Festival this Year• Ubud Food Festival 2022 Line-Up• Tickets and Schedule The Festival this

From morning to night, Saturday, 21 May 2022 was filled with the exciting events of ‘Disciples Escoffier’, a global culinary association which has recently opened its Indonesian delegation and Bali chapter. In line with the missions of the association, the Saturday saw a competition for young chefs, an official induction of new members and a

In collaboration with Vinoti Living, the innovative art platform Cakravala presents their latest art exhibition on the island. Titled ‘Watch This Space’, the exhibition features the work of eight emerging Indonesian artists that each dissect fragments of Indonesia’s history, culture and current issues. Situated in the furniture company’s showroom in Renon,  Denpasar, ’Watch This Space’

One of Asia’s biggest yoga gatherings, BaliSpirit Festival, is back! From 19-22 May 2022, a truly immersive experience of yoga, healing, art, music and more will take place at the famous Yoga Barn in Ubud. The festival’s evening program is its very own attraction, featuring an eclectic array of performances. This year, BaliSpirit Festival celebrates

Bali’s annual events calendar has always been filled with colourful happenings that cater to a diverse market, with interests from all corners of the world. Since the pandemic hit, the island’s major annual events and festivals came to a standstill. As things are slowly returning to normal, one of Bali’s biggest annual festivals is set

An insightful new book has recently been published, ‘Bali 50 Years of Changes’, by Eric Buvelot and Dr. Jean Couteau. As the book’s title suggests, it is an account of the socio-cultural evolutions that Bali has experienced in the last half-century, uniquely presented as a conversation  between Eric and Jean. Originally written in French, the

Indonesia, a country filled to the brim with food lovers, has recently welcomed a brand new association made especially for gourmands, Disciples Escoffier. With its headquarters in Jakarta and its first chapter in Bali, Disciples Escoffier Indonesia (DEI) is set to promote and improve the Food and Beverage industry across the nation, inviting those who

Indonesia’s largest and most respected mobility service provider, PT Blue Bird Tbk (Bluebird Group), is nearing its 50th anniversary. With this milestone moment ahead of them, the company has been gearing up their sustainability initiatives through Bali, Jakarta and Indonesia, presenting various programs from introducing electric vehicles into their fleet and joining collaborations with WWF