Restaurants and Bars
Meet Bali’s Mushroom Man : I Gede Artha Sudiarsana
I Gede Artha Sudiarsana is a young Balinese entrepreneur; through his self-made mushroom agribusiness, his mission is to inspire other youth to regenerate Indonesia’s agricultural industry. It’s not often you come across a young man who, even before leaving for university, has already planned to go back home. For I Gede Artha Sudiarsana, this was
Dine-Around Bali… with Privileges
Imagine being able to enjoy some of Bali’s most popular dining destinations at 25% off the normal price. With over 80 popular restaurants already in the program, ‘Privileges’ is fast becoming a sought-after ‘dine-around’ rewards program on the island. An important distinction between Privileges and other rewards promotions is that Privileges is not a Business-to-Consumer
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
Local Over Luxury: Sourcing Food from the Island
With growing environmental concerns, and diners becoming increasingly conscious of where their food comes from, locally sourced ingredients become ever-more important. But when it comes down to it, does local win over luxury? Sourcing locally is not a new concept. The slow-food movement started as far back as 1986, creating awareness of traditional cooking and
What I Hate About Wine
February, the month of love and lovers. Lots of hearts, pink colours in the ads, kisses, lips, cupids, chocolates and bubbles. I have never celebrated Saint Valentine and never has my wife complained. Talking about saints now, I am reminded of Saint Thomas Aquinas and his infallible method called antithesis, created to prove his point
Los Jefes : Build Your Own Margaritas in this Bali Tequila Bar
It’s a tequila takeover in Seminyak! Bali welcomes new “bosses” to the island as Los Jefes Tequila Bar and Kitchen sets up shop in the heart of the vibrant neighbourhood, serving authentic Mexican delicacies topped with delicious craft cocktails. Open since December 2019, Los Jefes (Spanish for “The Bosses”) is quite transparent when it comes
Uni Restaurant & Bar Opens in Berawa
Berawa welcomes a sophisticated dining destination to add to the amazing culinary scene the area is known for. Uni Restaurant & Bar, brought to you by the team of Urchin Grill & Raw Bar fame, is a ‘casual fine diner’ offering up a unique amalgamation of Japanese and French flavours. Seating up to 70 people,
Cosmic Bites at Tanaman Plant-Based Restaurant
Tanaman at the all-new Desa Potato Head melds plant-based Indonesian cooking with design worthy of a sci-fi set in a dining experience that’s good for the body and the planet. Tanaman has the kind of decor that starts conversations. Stepping inside the new eatery is like entering an underground grotto, or boarding some kind of
Fish Market Petitenget Serves Up Italian-Inspired Seafood
Quickly becoming a favourite among the island’s expats and visitors, the recently opened Fish Market Petitenget offers the freshest locally sourced seafood selection, handpicked daily by the experienced Chef Edoardo Pilati. Upon entering the venue, you can’t miss the fish stall where the fresh daily selection of snapper, tiger prawn, grouper, oyster, squid and more
Pinkies Out, It’s Time for Afternoon Tea in Bali
If you’re looking for the perfect spot for afternoon tea in Bali , or high tea in Bali as some would call it, then look no further. Tea in a pot, scones with cream and jam, finger sandwiches and dainty cakes. Yes, the English tradition has spread far and wide! One the island of the gods, with its slower pace of life, seems to be an
Unibowl: Make Your Own Poke Bowl Restaurant Opens in Seminyak
“Uni” is the Japanese word for sea urchin, representing the food served at UNIBOWL, a new haven for healthy and delicious Japanese-influenced Hawaiian dishes. The menu is inspired by the fishermen, who traditionally make their dishes from offcuts of the fish they catch and sell. Located on Batu Belig, between the popular hubs of Seminyak
Manta Spiced Rum : Locally Made in Bali
Rich yet smooth, Manta Spiced Rum combines a unique mix of prized spices with aged rum providing complex layers of taste that is best served neat or with a favourite cola and a slice of lime. Greatly inspired by the graceful giant mantas that roam the seas of Bali and Raja Ampat Manta Rum has
Brand New Sports Bar in Nusa Dua Opens in The Westin Resort
To offer diners something fresh, Velada at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua now takes on a fun sporting theme where everyone can come to eat and play. Velada now features multiple screens showing major sporting events from around the world, transforming itself into a place for like-minded supporters to gather and watch all the best
