Restaurants and Bars
The BARber: Serving Whisky, Shaving Whiskers
A clean shave and single malt scotch have not always been comfortable bedfellows especially in Jimbaran, until now. Barbershop/bar hybrids are on the rise in Bali, praised for their quirky brand of cool that delivers far beyond convenience. Enter BARber; this new Jimbaran venue is styling itself by serving whisky as well as shaving whiskers.
Megibung: Bali’s Feast for the Family
Traditionally made for family gatherings, meetings, and functions, the Balinese Megibung is a delectable feast served on one big banana leaf. People will then circle around the food and eat with their bare hands as a symbol of togetherness. In Megibung, the chair-less sitting arrangements are made from the north-end of the table, starting with
Home of Flavours: A Look Into Manisan Restaurant, Ubud [Video]
Manisan Restaurant (or Manisan Bali) has taken the Ubud dining scene by storm. Found tucked deep in it’s very own square of private rice field, the restaurant pays homage to the country that it calls home; Indonesia. Through design, flavour, ambience and service Manisan has created a unique dining experience. Unique is a word thrown around all
Frestro & Bar, Stylish Dining in Seminyak
Being Petitenget’s latest sensation, Frestro & Bar has an ingenious menu created by one of Indonesia’s rising celebrity chefs, Mandif M. Warokka. With a strict ‘no chemicals or additives’ policy, Chef Mandif utilizes only the finest and freshest ingredients to maximize every dish’s potential and diners can look forward to being spoiled by the impressive
Stark Craft Beer: Made in Bali
The only premium craft beer from Indonesia, and produced in Bali, Stark Beer has introduced a new look for its variants: Wheat, Dark Wheat, Indonesian Pale Ale (IPA), Low Carbohydrate Lager, Lychee Ale and Mango Ale. Passionately brewed in the north of Bali, Stark Beer sources the purest spring water from the Batu Karu Mountain to
Da Maria Brings Back The Simple Italian Touch
Recently opening its doors to public, Da Maria is bringing traditional Italian food in a modern environment without trying to reinvent the wheel. This restaurant offers an osteria style in the tropical settings of Bali, making it an elegant Italian dining options in the heart of Seminyak. A closer look at the interior shows classy
AKUA Bali Brings Spanish Aromas to Jimbaran
AKUA Bali is not only a restaurant but also a beach club and lifestyle centre. On Jimbaran Bay, setup for perfect views of Bali’s blues and greens, AKUA offers the very special flavours of Spain, known for their mastery in seafood and ocean fare! Paella is the most recommended Spanish dish on offer here, combining Asian
Nusa Cana: Indonesia’s Unique Rum
For centuries, travellers, traders and explorers have been drawn to the Indonesian islands. But little did they, some of the very first rums served in their punch houses and bordellos, their salons and coffee houses of 18th-century Europe were Indonesian! That’s right, the first Indonesian rums were exported during the early years of the Dutch
Nusa Cana: Indonesian Rum in the Spotlight
Nusa Cana revives the forgotten memories of the legendary Indonesian rum. Famous for its sugarcane plantations, Nusa Cana rum has a distinct and smooth flavour, which is slowly gaining popularity. To create it, Javanese sugar cane molasses are fermented with pure, forest-filtered water and red rice cake. This liquid is distilled in traditional Chinese pot
Manisan Bali: Where Design Meets Dining
Ubud has recently established itself as a haven for food connoisseurs. When it comes to eating out in the area, there’s always something new and unique to try; but if you’re looking for something new and extra special from your dining experience, then you may want to head out to the newly-opened Manisan. Expect traditional
Anantara Seminyak Reinvents ‘Tea Tails Story’
Upgrading the afternoon tea temptations at Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort, Executive Chef Brandon Huisman presents a brand new Tea Tails experience, inspired by a delicate east-meets-west fusion. The new signature Tea Tails menu offers an array of delicious luxuries, presented in an ornate white tower of artistic boutique treats. Savoury delicacies delight the palate with
Vacation in a Glass: Azul Takes on The Tiki
Well really, it’s about time! On a beach destination like Bali, it seems strange that not many bars fully embraced a cocktail menu that exudes a true island feel and lifestyle. That’s why the good folks at Azul Beach Club have recently released a whole menu of island-inspired Tiki Cocktails that will have you sipping under the
New Fusion Menu at Nebula
In September, Nebula Café launched a brand new menu that puts a fresh twist on fusion delights. This menu features everything from all day breakfasts, small and big, to casual comfort dining in the evening. The concept behind the newly created dishes centres around a blend of Western style techniques and local ingredients or recipes.
