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

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

Kopi Pot: A Captivating Eatery with Classic Charm
Bali’s culinary scene has undoubtedly grown and evolved over the years, with many new, modern restaurants popping up around the island each month. Yet, only few have stood the test of time despite the many changes on the island, namely, the charming Kopi Pot. Located on Kuta’s bustling main street of Jalan Legian, Kopi Pot

Nelayan Restaurant : A Jimbaran Hidden Gem
Despite its sought after location, this tropical hideaway upholds its reputation as one of Jimbaran’s best kept secrets. The beachfront dining destination serves grilled flavours of the sea, as well as peace and privacy against a glimmering gold and cerulean backdrop. When you enter Belmond Puri Jimbaran, it’s like stepping into a secret garden, peppered

Roosterfish Beach Club : Best Spot in Pandawa
Something smells good along the Pandawa beachfront, an area frequented by those in search of stunning Instagram spots, palm-lined shores and all-round fun under the sun. Roosterfish Beach Club presents not only a sunny spot to enjoy, but excellent food to match! Pandawa Beach is found in the Bukit area, gaining popularity due to its dramatic rock-cut cliffs and clear waters. Swimming and sunbathing along this long coastline have long

Sake no Hana Bali : Elevating Japanese Cuisine on the Cliffs of Uluwatu
Mayfair. London’s notoriously posh neighbourhood, home to elegant Georgian townhouses, high-end boutiques, modern art galleries and of course some of London’s most revered restaurants. Among them is Sake no Hana, a fine dining Japanese restaurant resolute in their mission to gratify those in pursuit of pure, authentic cuisine from the land of the rising sun.

The Flavours of Salt, A Canggu Restaurant
Brimming with bold flavours and a fabulous ambience, this Canggu restaurant pays tribute to the joy of dining and gathering with your loved ones around the table – or by the poolside. Regulars here don’t call Salt Restaurant & Pool Bar splendid for nothing. From the bold tastes of Indonesian cuisine and Spanish tapas, to

Best Beach Clubs in Bali : All Areas Covered
The beach clubs in Bali have become the ultimate seaside hubs, a magnet for lovers of the tropical life and the island is home to a few seriously hit hotspots that bring a breath of fresh air to coastal living. So, pick your favourite and settle into a day of beachfront fun The sun is

A Tanjung Benoa Treat at Santai Beach House
There’s no shortage of phenomenal dining establishments here in Bali. And to add to the amazing list is Santai Beach House in Tanjung Benoa, a beachfront dining venue that doesn’t just serve lunch as an afterthought, or as a trial-run to dinner service. No, Santai gives lunch its deserved spot in the sun. When you’re

Billy Ho : Will Meyrick’s Newest Restaurant Takes on Japanese Izakaya Influences
In March, Will Meyrick was in Japan to get a more intimate feel and understanding of everyday life of the local people. Something he has always done whilst travelling. Whilst there, he frequented many Izakaya, late-night bars or social restaurants focused on predominantly alcoholic drinks offering easy-to-eat bites on the side. With the influences he

Is Bali The Food Capital of Indonesia?
The Island of Paradise: indeed the word ‘paradise’ does not only encompass the extensive range of jaw-dropping beaches, majestic mountains and verdant valleys that you’ll find on the island. Bali is also Indonesia’s very own paradise of food. People from different nationalities and countries make their way to Bali regularly. With that being said, Bali is itself made up

A Chic Jimbaran Experience at Bamboo Chic
In Jimbaran bay, seafood restaurants on the beach still draw the biggest crowd. With that being said, on a recent trip to head to my local seafood spot, one restaurant caught my attention. Bamboo Chic, found just a stones-throw away from the beach, has been attracting more and more gourmands and I thought it necessary

The Enduring Effect of Sarong
Sarong, once nestled on a road leading out from the epicentre of Seminyak’s Eat Street, sits elegantly behind a garden wall, a simply constructed house designed to reflect the beauty of its surroundings, at one time rice fields, and the delight of tropical evenings. Adorned with long drapes that flow from ceiling to floor Sarong