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Osulande’s World Music at Potato Head Beach Club
Just last month, Bali’s iconic Potato Head Beach Club played host to Osulande, a guy who, for fans of world music and soulful house music, is something of a legend. Osulande is known to have composed music for the world-famous Sesame Street during the late 1980s and early 1990s. He has worked with renowned artists
Jenggala’s Ingka Collection
Inspired by the traditional Indonesian basket weave called ingka, Jenggala has created a new line of ceramic tableware to honour Balinese and Indonesian heritage. Ingka is a classic handicraft product carefully woven from spines of the palmyrah plant (lontar). Traditionally made into plates or trays, they were used for religious purposes or to serve food.
Padma Ubud Opens its Doors for Discerning Travellers
Ensconced within an untouched river valley overlooking the enchanting bamboo forests of Payangan in Ubud; the 149-room Padma Resort Ubud is an expansive destination resort located north of Bali’s celebrated cultural centre. Featuring the five-star amenities and facilities offered by the renowned Padma hospitality brand, including stunning views from every room or suite, an 89-metre
BALINALE 2015 Returns with the Theme Face of Diversity
Brace yourself because Bali International Film Festival, or BALINALE returns this September, from Thursday 24th to Wednesday 30th. The festival, which this year will take on the theme “Face of Diversity,” is partnering with Cinemaxx, situated at the popular and convenient Lippo Mall Kuta in Jalan Kartika Plaza. Enjoy film premieres, daily movie screenings, professional
“Tri Hita Karana” Photo Exhibition at Conrad Bali
Conrad Bali’s Living Lobby Art Master Series 2015 is now featuring three Balinese photographers: Pandu Adnyana, Tjandra Hutama, and I Nengah Januartha. Using the medium of photography, the three artists try to depict the Balinese traditional idea of Tri Hita Karana. Tri Hita Karana, a Balinese term which translates literally to “three causes of well-being”
The Yale Whiffenpoofs Make a Return at The St. Regis Bali Resort
Continuing a collaborative tradition in support of UNICEF’s “Check Out for Children” Programme, The St. Regis Bali Resort proudly presents an exclusive performance by—the world’s oldest and best-known collegiate, a capella group—The Yale Whiffenpoofs. With the concept of gastronomic excellence in its fifth consecutive year, this elegant charitable event is going to be held on
Preservártíon Charity Night and Art Exhibition
To commemorate Indonesian Independence Day, Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran is proud to announce its continuous contribution to support Balinese culture with an enriching and inspiring charity night that will take place on 14 August 2015. This event will showcase the best culture, couture, and cuisine of Bali. While the living legend Balinese dancer, Maestro Gus
Indonesia Celebrates 70 Years of Independence
August 17th is a date that will be celebrated by all people from the Indonesian archipelago as the date marks the 70th anniversary of the country’s independence. During the day, celebrations will take place from the westernmost tip of Indonesia’s Aceh to the easternmost of Papua, with people taking part in flag raising ceremonies and
The Secret of Mangosteen
The East Lobby Lounge of Conrad Bali is home to the exotic “The Secret of Mangosteen”, a bright, citrus forward cocktail with tropical notes, made with Ketel One vodka, Cointreau, fresh pressed citrus, the flesh of mangosteen fruit and mint. Have a sip of the cocktail, and gaze across the shimmering pools from the comfort
Mccool’s Cheese Cake
Matthew McCool of Starfish Bloo knows his way around the kitchen and comes up with all sorts of brilliant creations, such as this wonderful cheese cake. Adding almond sable with yogurt and grilled pear to the cake, this particular dessert is a piece of art in a bowl – so good in terms of not
Anantara Bali Uluwatu Launching Summer Sunday Sunsets
Only the smell of summer, make us fall in love all over again. Every summer has its own story. You have the chance to create yours with Anantara Bali Uluwatu, celebrate the season over unforgettable view of Indian Ocean’s and Bali’s legendary breathtaking sunsets, with their in-house resort DJ who will spinning his zesty summer
Arang Sate Bar Opens in Ubud
Arang Sate Bar has taken sate from its roots in the streets and market stalls of Indonesia to a refined dining locale in the very center of Ubud -Bali’s cultural Mecca. Discreetly set back from the busy Jalan Raya Ubud thoroughfare, the two-story façade of Arang integrates seamlessly with its environs due to the traditional
Sun Down Circle #010 – Spirit Bear Mezcal Ensemble
Sun Down Circle is bringing a very special improvised live sunset show. On Saturday 1 August, the Potato Head Beach Club has invited Thomas Bullock and a curation of fine musicians, for a one-off special live performance called Mezcal Circle. The musicians will sit in the Circle for a live improvised jam session, fuelled by