Restaurants and Bars
Cocktail Anthology: How Bali’s 1930s Inspired the Latest Libations at Aperitif Bar
1930’s Bali has a rich history, one could say that it was the decade that introduced this obscure little island to the world. Inspired by certain figures of this charming yet pivotal past, Panji Wisrawan, Head Mixologist of Aperitif Bar, has thoughtfully created the Cocktail Anthology, a drinks list that invokes the magic of this
Mari Beach Club: A Stylish, Bali-Inspired Beachfront Destination
Opening with style on 26 March 2022, Bali’s newest destination, Mari Beach Club, presents an original approach to your typical beach club with a venue steeped in nature-based design and cultural inspiration. Found lining the shores of Batu Belig Beach, bordering Seminyak and Canggu, the new hotspot offers a timeless beachfront atmosphere, along with their
Mervilla: The First-Ever Authentic Caribbean Restaurant and Bar in Bali
Bali’s diverse culinary scene welcomes an exciting new addition with the opening of Mervilla, the first-ever Caribbean restaurant and bar to open on the island. Caribbean cuisine isn’t commonly found anywhere in Asia, which is why this venue invites guests to indulge in the exotic and bold flavours of Caribbean dishes. Despite Bali’s eclectic and
Atelier 5: A Parisian Inspired Café Opens in Canggu
Despite the pandemic crippling Bali’s economy for almost 2 years, it hasn’t stopped island creatives from continuing to innovate and come up with new business ventures, especially in the F&B industry. One of the newcomers in Bali’s food and beverage scene is Atelier 5, a French café inspired establishment that opened in Canggu. Imagine the
Aperitif Restaurant and Bar in Ubud Takes Bali’s Fine Dining to New Heights
Art, culture, meditation, yoga, and now food. Ubud has become a destination for gourmands and epicureans, as some of Bali’s best restaurants, such as Aperitif Restaurant and Bar, call this cultural capital home. It’s nearly a century later, but the charms of the 1920s live on in Aperitif Restaurant and Bar. You’re caught off guard,
Chope’s Last-Minute Year-End Restaurant Deals in Bali
Before we wave goodbye to 2021 and welcome 2022 with a hopeful outlook, what better way to celebrate with good friends than with a grand feast for a proper sendoff to a wild year. Whether you prefer to have a chill New Year’s Eve, party your way into 2022 or just a leisurely brunch on
Dine with a View: Ubud’s Wild Air Restaurant Unveils New Menu
Imagine dining in a tranquil setting surrounded by the lush greenery of Ubud, breathing the fresh air of the highlands and enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. Well, you don’t have to imagine it because it’s something you can experience at Wild Air Restaurant in Ubud. Located within the stunning Kaamala Resort Ubud, which
New in Town: NOW! Bali’s Guide to the Island’s Newest Hotspots
You might have your island favourites, spots you’ve been going to for years – and are likely to continue going to – but sometimes curiosity kicks in and you want to see what’s new in Bali: from the newest restaurants, freshest bars and exciting new hotel openings. That’s why NOW! Bali shares this curated list
East Indies Gin Debuts as Indonesia’s First Authentic Distilled Craft Gin, Made in Bali
Indonesia is about to welcome its first small-batched, craft gin called East Indies Archipelago Dry Gin, made right here in Bali. Launching at the end of 2021, this distilled gin is made by distilling pure grain alcohol with juniper and rich spices of the Indonesian archipelago. Your Negronis and G&T’s are about to get an
Dijiwa Sanctuaries Unveils Three New and Unique Dining Concepts in Bali
The brand-new hospitality management company, Dijiwa Sanctuaries, proudly announces the unveiling of three exquisite new restaurant concepts in Bali: The Botanist Restaurant and Table Talk in Ubud, and Bketo in Seminyak. Each restaurant boasts its own unique menus, captivating décor and enchanting ambience that offers guests equally wonderful dining experiences. As a newcomer in the
Ijen at Potato Head: Keeping Seafood Simple (and Sustainable)
It seems the Potato Head Family is on a hot streak. Having reopened its Bali ‘complex’, better known as the Desa (or village), encompassing the Beach Club, Potato Head Studios and everything that happens in-between, the lifestyle destination has been active reinvigorating the local art, music and food scenes. Riding the momentum, the group has
Nusantara Cold Brew: Indonesia’s First Craft Coffee Liqueur Sits on the Top Shelf
Made in Indonesia, using only Indonesian coffee beans, Nusantara Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur is showcasing the quality of the country’s craft spirits industry. Indonesia has all the right ingredients for an impressive craft spirits industry: it is, quite literally, fertile ground for produce that can give rich and unique flavours in what is a growing
Das Bistro by Mama’s: A Gourmet Culinary Concept Store
Opened in late 2020, Das Bistro by Mama’s is one of Bali’s newest locales, offering a range of delicious and affordable food and drink. Brought to us by the same group known for Bali’s long-standing institution, Mama’s Restaurant in Kuta, this restaurant and deli showcases the best of what they’re known for: authentic German sausages,
