Liap Liap: Ubud’s Newest Restaurant Exploring Indonesia’s Indigenous Grills
Indonesian food is on the rise – that is a fact. Previous obsessions with foreign cuisine have in the last year flipped 180 degrees, seeing both homegrown and international chefs turn their interests back towards the Indonesian archipelago, known for its famous spice islands. Restaurants and kitchen creatives are reviving the nation’s favourite dishes, either
Bali Luna : What’s Cooking, Tanjung Benoa?
Exploring Tanjung Benoa on a culinary quest will take you to one of Bali’s best kept dining secrets. Nestled by the azure lagoon pool of Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach, Bali Luna is where culinary sensations from around the world are served with genuine, impeccable service. Starting this August, Bali Luna will buzz with a
Eruption Bistro & Coffee: A Place for Anyone and Everyone
Many cafés and restaurants in Bali have been seeing a trend to go more niche, such as going vegan, focusing on coffee, organic-only products etc. Whilst this certainly creates a strong identity, it can certainly leave potential diners feeling a little excluded, or even repelled! What happened to those easy-going spots where all were welcome
7 Fabulous Foodie Pleasers in Ubud
With so many restaurants in Ubud – and new ones opening every other week! – keeping up with all these new arrivals can be hard work. Some come, some go and some stay on for years, delighting waves of happy diners. It is a great testing ground and rewards those who know the right combination. Is
Padi Restaurant : Pesco-Vegetarian Fine Dining
Padi Fine Dining Restaurant is found hidden under the entrance bridge of Desa Visesa Ubud Resort. Here, hanging above a flowing river between two valleys, celebrated Chef Mandif Warokka has introduced a gorgeous, fine dining pesco-vegetarian menu – a first of its kind on the island. On top of enjoying a specialised menu, the restaurant sources
The Newest Brunch to Hit the Seminyak Neighborhood at Hotel Indigo Bali
Weekends on this island are now more interesting after the launch of Neighbourhood Brunch, the newest Sunday foodie’s destination in Seminyak. Delight yourself in the refreshing flavours, this brunch is a tantalising culinary spread from Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak, allowing one to sample the distinctive taste of each outlet in a day and savour a
Fishbone Local Delivers a Delicious Sustainable Catch in Canggu
Just a short stroll up from the waves in the shore side village of Canggu, Fishbone Local arrives with a clear focus: simple, precise preparations of the finest and freshest seafood available. Taking its cues from Balinese beachside barbecue, the list menu rotates daily. Today you may find pan-seared barramundi with sambal alongside a Vietnamese-style
Jumping for Joy at Jamie’s
Our trusted food contributor, Ayu Sekar, heads to Jamie’s Italian Bali to see what the ‘Naked Chef’ has on offer here on the island of the gods. Warning, reading may cause hunger: Enjoying the legacy of the Celebrity chef, Jamie Oliver, one of the outposts of Jamie’s empire can be found within the bounds of
Seabreeze Dining: 12 Bali Beachfront Restaurants You Need To Try
June is a perfect month to put the sand between your toes and feel that tropical sea breeze. Picture yourself strolling along a beach, relaxing on silky soft sands, with the gulf of neighbouring islands glistening in the distance while the gentle touch of the ocean air flutters through the nearby palm trees. Keep the
The Ultimate Foodies Getaway to Bali: A 4-Day Culinary Adventure
Imagine a 4-day, all expenses paid, food-focused holiday to the island of the gods. Well, for two lucky food photographers, this became a reality having won the Ultimate Foodies Getaway in 2017. Without a doubt, Indonesia’s food industry has exploded in both quantity and quality in recent years. The flavours of innovation and creativity, which
Kunyit Restaurant Serving Bali on a Plate
From a traditional Balinese appetiser to a chef’s speciality of the eastern Bali flavour, Kunyit Restaurant rekindles the taste of ancient Bali by taking the Balinese cuisine to an elevated level. Situated at the front of The Anvaya Beach Resort, this beautiful lounge setting restaurant serves up a home-style selection with a casual elegance, offering
Table for Two: Alila Ubud’s Romantic Dinner Experience
Everyone knows that Bali is a romantic destination; ever since Elizabeth Gilbert told the world of her love escapades on the island, people have been flocking to find their own experiences of romance. Even without ‘Eat Pray Love’ however, the island has spelled romance all on its own; the Bale Bengong of Alila Ubud, for
The Damai Restaurant: North Bali’s Gourmet Retreat
Those who rarely venture to North Bali may not have heard of The Damai. This boutique villa resort has quietly been the choice destination for those looking for a peaceful escape away from the busying crowds down south. However, it’s The Damai Restaurant who’s reputation has spread to distant reaches and has regularly brought guests