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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,
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
The Best Water Sports in Bali : 11 Activities You Have to Try
Holidays or leisure time on the island will remain incomplete if you do not consider getting wet and wild with one of many water sports in Bali. We’ve put together a list that includes options for those after family fun or for the real adrenaline junkies. The water sports in Bali that we’ve chosen aren’t your usual waters
Finns Beach Club Unveils Their New VIP Section with Two New Pools
Finns Beach Club is without a doubt one of the most popular daytime destinations on the island, welcoming thousands of sun-seekers through their doors everyday. Having opened their exclusive extension, Finns VIP Beach Club, back in July 2018, the area has since undergone an epic transformation and this May 2019 has finally been revealed. Together
Bali Inspired: Volcom Artists Bring Balinese Art to the Forefront
American clothing brand Volcom has made a home in Indonesia, being part of the surf and skate scene 1996. Beyond that, they have embraced local art and culture in Bali with their Bali Inspired Tees. NOW! Bali speaks to two of the Volcom artists from creative team from Volcom Indonesia who are behind this t-shirt
Family Comes First : Essential Holiday Relaxation at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali
This year, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, has won numerous awards, continuing their winning streak to remain at the very top of its game heading into the new year. But what does this mean for you, the guest? There are many quality hotels and resorts in Bali, which on one hand offers travellers so much choice
Weddings in Japan : Tirtha Bridal Opens Destination Wedding Service for Indonesians
Tirtha Bridal has long been one of Bali’s most esteemed wedding resorts. Japanese owned and managed, their meticulous design and attention to detail has seen them as one of the most sought after companies, with a host of venues and experiences in their portfolio. Now, seeing a rise in interest, Tirtha Bridal offers Indonesians a
The St.Regis Bali Resort Celebrates 10 Years of Excellence in Bali
On 22 September 2018, The St.Regis Bali Resort celebrated its 10 year anniversary on the island. This luxurious, tropical sanctuary first opened its doors to discerning travellers back in September 2008, and has since shared its elevated experience of Bali in many ways. Of course, the St. Regis brand is known for its amazing properties
Metatah : A Balinese Teeth Filing (Done with Style)
Its not every day that some well placed person in Ubud society organises a huge metatah or tooth filing ceremony for her greater family, it was an affair to remember. Without mentioning any names, the event took place at the popular Honeymoon Guest House where twenty two children or young adults had their front teeth filed
The Hatten Wines Tribute to Anthony Bourdain: A Food-Focused Fundraiser
On Wednesday, 29 August 2018, 16 celebrated chefs gathered together on the lawn of Hatten Wines to celebrate and commemorate the life of Anthony Bourdain. In a unique, culinary night market experience, over 700 people came to eat, drink and raise funds for charity. Anthony Bourdain was a culinary icon. He opened to us the
Wine and Chocolate, Made in Bali
Before we take you on a culinary tour through the eat streets of Bali, we’d like to introduce to you two Bali brands that aim to bring the local Indonesian products and produce to the international stage of the food and beverage industry. The two brands take pride in what they do and make, and
Tokyo Night – A Japanese Buffet Dinner
Enjoy an exquisite Wednesday night at Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach with the newly launched Tokyo Night – A Japanese Buffet Dinner at Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach. Tokyo Night, held at the hotel’s Granda Benoa Resto, features an exquisite spread of traditional Japanese delights and recipes. In Japan, freshness of the food and the
The Ins and Outs of Balinese Dogs
Have you ever seen a Balinese dog? I am sure you must have. These small, ugly animals are everywhere. They lurk in every corner in groups of four or five, peering at you in defiance with their small beady eyes, their tails jigging in the air. If you are, like myself, a white-skinned Caucasian, they
