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A one-of-a-kind culinary venue has opened on the shores of Nyanyi Beach, a destination that invites guests to escape to a quiet coastline and embark on a dining journey defined by three distinct cultures – that of Bali, Japan and Italy. From noon to night, KŌRO Bali plays hosts to a spectrum of culinary experiences

Kurasu, the Kyoto-born coffee brand celebrated for its quiet, considered approach to brewing, has opened its newest outpost in the heart of Ubud. The arrival of Kurasu Ubud, created in collaboration with Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana, brings a refined Japanese sensibility to one of Bali’s most serene landscapes. The café sits within the

Found at the very end of Jalan Arjuna’s winding alleyways, Juna Ubud has managed to preserve a little pocket of verdant hillside right in the centre of Ubud town. The intimate, al-fresco restaurant invites guests to savour a unique fusion of Thai and Indian flavours, whilst taking in the views of a seemingly private rice

We’ve all enjoyed the comforts of a hearty Indian meal, where steamy, creamy curries pair perfectly with toasty naans, shared generously around the table. No one can deny the comforting, satiating nature of the cuisine. However, it was only after the rare opportunity of dining alongside the owner of Ganesha ek Sanskriti – Southeast Asia’s

Nestled in the heart of Canggu, a short distance away from the ocean, Giselle invites foodies on the island to indulge in Mediterranean flavours married with French technique. Born from friendship, passion, and a shared love of hospitality, Giselle encapsulates the essence of the Mediterranean Riviera in the 80s – sun-drenched, effortless, and a tad

As part of the newly launched Wonderful Indonesia Gourmet (WIG) programme – an initiative by the Ministry of Tourism to position Indonesia as a global dining destination, a series of curated experiences have been taking place across Jakarta and Bali. Designed to spotlight the country’s finest culinary voices, these events connect Indonesia’s rich flavours and

Bali welcomes authentic Mexican street food with the opening of Agave & Azul, a taqueria and tequileria, celebrating agave-fuelled mixology and the region’s most soulful dishes.  Located on Jl. Pantai Berawan, Canggu, guests are welcomed into a stylish restaurant space embellished with hints of Mexico, with its hacienda-style terracotta bricks, stained-glass windows and hanging corn

Perched above Ubud’s most iconic temple, Pura Gunung Lebah, overlooking the Campuhan Valley, this stylish restaurant strips back the distractions and lets the cultural surroundings do all the talking. Complemented by a menu of bold, wood-fired flavours and delicate cocktails, Nari Ubud welcomes diners and imbibers day and night. If the Campuhan Valley is the

Popular for its sports bars, beach crowds, and buzzing nightlife, Legian’s dining scene welcomes something completely new to the neighbourhood with the opening of Legian Steak Project (LSP), a contemporary steakhouse and bar. The first elevated full-service steakhouse and dining concept of its kind in Legian, LSP strays from Legian’s typical backdrop of big TV

Step into a world of taste and tradition at Roso Restaurant, nestled within the iconic Bali Beach Hotel, The Heritage Collection. Here, every dish is a window to Indonesia’s vast culinary landscape, taking diners on a voyage across the archipelago’s finest cuisine – from the misty highlands of Sumatra to the sunlit shores of Bali.

From the culinary mind behind Mozaic comes Ubud’s new, contemporary Indonesian restaurant. Spice by Blake is the latest vision from Chef Blake Thornley, who presents his inventive menu rooted in local flavours and ingredients, served in a lively, modern setting. Opening on the Jalan Monkey Forest, central Ubud, Spice by Blake invites guests into its

Opening inside the boutique Uluwatu resort, Hidden Hills Villas, is a new dining destination perched beside the infinity pool and overlooking the Uluwatu hillside – Hidden Gem Restaurant and Wine Lounge. At the heart of the restaurant is fire and fine wines, with an extensive wine list and steak & grill specialties on the menu.