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TEAMTALK

INNOVATING & EVOLVING ‘Om Swastiastu...’

In this issue we are highlighting the innovative people and products that have caught our attention recently! We start with a feature on the company Indosole, which produces stylish footwear by incorporating old car and motorbike tires into their design. Please check them out – by supporting them you will be doing your small part to help eliminate waste on our precious island! We also have an interview with Australian celebrity pastry chef Adriano Zumbo, who visited Bali last March. He shares with us the stories behind the

COVER By Eiphel Mercedec

unique names of his pastries (case in point, the ‘Dirty Danny’), and how thinking outside the box has gotten him to where he is today. Flip to LITTLE LOVES for a compilation of our favorite new products that we’ve discovered lately, from jeans that wick away sweat in the heat (perfect for tropical Bali) to rockers made from plastic garden chairs that boast a level of comfort like no other. Towards the end of this edition you can also ﬁnd our CAPITAL CORNER article about two creative men in Jakarta making huge strides in the Indonesian molecular gastronomy scene. We hope that you, our readers, continue to evolve and reinvent yourselves too. Not only does it keep life interesting, but you might just be a moment away from that groundbreaking idea that will change people’s lives forever!

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team Errata: In our April 2014 edition, on the bottom half of page 36, the burger pictured is not from the Tapping Shoes menu but from the Potato Head Beach Club’s menu. We apologize for the error.

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is a lecturer at Udayana University and a Marketing Communications specialist. He also has his own business in tourism but still ﬁnds time to continue his writing hobby.

is a Balinese photographer based in Denpasar. He is currently working on personal documentary projects related to cultural, social and environmental issues. anggaramahendra.com

is the best selling author of two novels, Final Diagnosis and Blowback. The third in this trilogy, Counterpoint, was released in November 2013.

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Diana O’Gilvie

Edwin Pangestu is a Jakartabased beverage blogger and food photographer with a keen passion for wine, spirits, coffee, Italian food, anything pork, the guitar, Three Kingdom and AC/DC. 10

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is a freelance writer with a mean case of wanderlust. For now, Bali is home. She loves writing about travel, food and lifestyle. Follow her blog www. love2travelwriteﬁlm.com and @LadyDiWanders on Instagram.

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THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF... THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS

contents 05.14 MAY 2014

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THE EVOLUTION OF BALINESE MUSIC

PHOTOS & FUN FACTS

CRAFT&CULTURE Learn how Balinese popular music has evolved over the decades

SIGHTS&SOUNDS

Snapshots and quotes picked up throughout March and April

LIFESTYLE&LEISURE

WELCOME TO BALIFORNIA

REST&RELAXATION CHIC RETREAT

Indosole is turning trash into treasure, one tire at a time

There’s art in abundance and a saltwater lagoon pool to enjoy at the Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran

A CUP OF GOODNESS

SPEAKING IN TONGUES

DINE&DELIGHTS

PONDERINGPOINT

Sarong turns its focus to coffee growers in remote areas of the archipelago

The trials and tribulations of learning a new language

PROFILE&PORTRAIT

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

+ 16 PRIMEPROMOTION Hot deals and promotions of the month that shouldn’t be missed

20 NEW&NEWS

An inspiring interview with Australian celebrity pastry chef Adriano Zumbo

This month’s select news updates from the island’s tourism industry and what’s new around the island

INVITE&INDULGE

78 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism industry and what’s new beyond Bali

A CUT ABOVE

Rob Peetoom Hair Spa gives some of the best cuts out there, and more!

80 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events

FOTOFOLIO

TOUCH OF BALI The students of Binus International tackle the challenge of creating digital fashion illustrations with a touch of Bali culture

LITTLELOVES

INNOVATION STATION Three innovative products that we’re loving at the moment 12

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82 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month

84 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing speciﬁc tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the island’s main destinations

90 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses

FIRST COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF SARONG GROUP, SECOND COLUMN BY CYNTHIA APRILIANA, THIRD COLUMN COURTESY OF SUNDARA

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68 BEYONDBALI

ACTION&ATTRACTION MORNING ADVENTURE

Why just have breakfast, when you can have breakfast with elephants?

LITTLE MADRAS

Learn the history behind the Tamil residents of Kampung Keling in North Sumatra

CAPITALCORNER

"MAD" SCIENTISTS

Two creative men making waves in Jakarta with molecular gastronomy

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TOP PHOTO BY YOPPY PIETER, BOTTOM PHOTO COURTESY OF BALI ZOO

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PRIMEPROMOTION

SWEET RETREAT Treat yourself to a fabulous stay at the Regent Bali, the all-suite and villa resort located in tranquil Sanur. The resort is offering a special Regent Suite Retreat package until June, which includes a two-night stay in their Garden View Deluxe Suite, daily breakfast for two, complimentary non-alcoholic minibar, return airport transfers and 24-hour butler service. The promotion starts from Rp. 5,400,000++; reserve your stay to take advantage of their exquisite facilities. Regent Bali Jalan Kusuma Sari No. 8, Sanur (0361) 301-1888 www.regenthotels.com/bali

LOOK GOOD, DO GOOD The luxurious jewelry brand John Hardy has launched The Bamboo Spring 2014 Collection, paying homage to bamboo and showing their dedication to sustainable luxury. The jewelry collection is produced at a low impact compound in Bali and uses 100% reclaimed silver and ethically sourced stones. Every Bamboo Collection piece sold contributes to the company’s ‘Wear Bamboo, Plant Bamboo’ program, which has planted more than 900,000 seedlings to date. What better way to look good and feel good about your choices? www.johnhardy.com

SUMMER STARTS HERE!

ALL COURTESY PHOTOS

Bali’s popular Potato Head Beach Club is kicking off their summer season with a bang. On May 9, DJ A-Trak, who has collaborated with the likes of Kanye West, will be spinning the decks with his signature style that pushes musical boundaries while holding on to his hiphop roots. Tickets at the door are priced at Rp. 800,000. Save by purchasing pre-sale tickets for Rp. 600,000 at www.ismaya.com/tickets or tickets@ptthead.com. Limited tables and VIP passes are also available; contact table.enquiries@ptthead.com. Potato Head Beach Club Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak (0361) 473-7979 www.ptthead.com

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PRIMEPROMOTION

BUBBLY EVENING Head down to the fabulous Sundara at the Four Seasons Resort Bali to celebrate the ﬁner things in life. On June 2, their special four-course Bollinger Champagne Dinner will feature culinary masterpieces by Executive Chef Greg Bunt paired with bubbles from one of the world’s most renowned Champagne houses. At Sundara’s Mezzanine Bar overlooking Jimbaran Bay, you can enjoy delicate bites like Smoky Oysters with spiced tomato and horseradish and Slow Roasted Duck with pistachio crusted scallop, gem puree and Asian pear, just to name a few. Enjoy this elegant dinner for Rp. 1,300,000++/person. Reservations are absolutely essential. Sundara at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay Jimbaran, (0361) 708-333 www.sundarabali.com

PAMPERING SURFERS Located atop Impossible Beach, Anantara Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa offers a luxurious option for the surfers out there. The resort’s shuttle service provides hassle-free transport to the famous breaks at Impossible, Padang-Padang, Bingin and Dreamland Beach. After a full day of surﬁng, soak in the spa tub of your private terrace overlooking Bali’s gorgeous sunset. Their special package starts at US$ 999++ and includes a three-night stay in the Ocean View Suite with daily breakfast for two, return airport transfers, complimentary shuttle service, two-time romantic dinner or lunch for two, a 60-minute signature Balinese massage for two and a bottle of sparkling wine. It’s a dream come true in Surfers’ Paradise! Anantara Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa Jalan Pemutih, Uluwatu, (0361) 895-7555 www.anantara.com

Visit the Mulia Deli to get your hands on their avantgarde éclairs, freshly made every day! These sweet treats feature crisp pastry with creamy custard and dainty toppings that are perfect for decadent tea time. Choose from a dazzling array of ﬂavors like Forest Berry and irresistible Nutella. You can also bring these éclairs home as a gift for family or friends, all beautifully packed in Mulia Deli’s signature wrapped box. Mulia Deli at The Mulia, Mulia Bali Resort & Villas Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Kawasan Sawangan (0361) 301-7777 www.themulia.com

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ALL COURTESY PHOTOS

INCREDIBLE ÉCLAIRS

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NEW&NEWS

SECRET’S OUT Where are the island’s chefs dining lately on their days off? That would be the URCHIN Grill & Raw Bar, a recently-opened restaurant offering modern Australian-style seafood. The simple yet sophisticated space is made for lingering, with recycled wood tables and an open kitchen. Entrées are devoted to raw dishes like Hamachi Cones or Coral Trout Carpaccio with fennel pollen, dill oil and broccoli, while main courses include the likes of Bread Crusted Mahi Mahi with roasted almonds or mouthwatering Fillet of Beef with caramelized onion for those who crave more than just sea produce. URCHIN Grill & Raw Bar Jalan Laksmana No.22, Seminyak (0361) 736-319 www.urchinbali.com

BEACHFRONT FUN

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Located right on the white sands of Mushroom Bay in Nusa Lembongan, Hai Bar & Grill restaurant by Bali Hai Cruises opens its doors to outside visitors and inhouse guests of the Hai Tide Beach Resort. This restaurant boasts a chic open-air design with an innovative and delicious gourmet menu featuring fresh local seafood and international dishes like wood-ﬁred pizzas. Hai Bar & Grill also offers cocktails that are perfect when lounging by the beach. Take advantage of their Happy Hour that runs Mondays to Fridays from 5 to 7 p.m. Hai Bar & Grill Nusa Lembongan Island (0366) 559-6415 www.balihaicruises.com

BIGGER, FASTER & STRONGER One of world’s leading express and logistics providers, DHL has opened a new facility in the Ngurah Rai Airport’s Cargo Area. This facility has the capacity to handle more than two million kilos of shipments per year (30% higher than their previous facility’s capacity) and features technology that allows shipment processes at the speed of 400 pieces/hour. It is ﬁtted with a state-of-the-art security system that includes a dual view x-ray machine and an explosive trace detector. The new facility is hoped to reinforce service for industry players on the island. www.dhl.com

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NEW&NEWS

WELL DONE! New spa on the block Heavenly Spa by Westin was recently voted by guests and industry consultants as Country Winner for the category of Best Luxury Wellness Spa at the 2014 World Luxury Spa Awards. As a nature-inspired sanctuary combining traditional spa services with time-honored therapies, and offering daily healthy lifestyle activities such as meditation and yoga, it is no wonder that this spa won the accolade. They were also ﬁnalists in the Best Luxury Day Spa category. Heavenly Spa at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali BTDC Lot N-3, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-906, www.heavenlyspabali.com

DEAL OF A LIFETIME For newlyweds-to-be, The St. Regis Bali Resort and The Laguna Bali have launched a Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) campaign where couples will be rewarded with Starpoints redeemable for their honeymoons at any Starwood property in the world! Book your wedding at either resort until July 1 (for hosting date by March 1, 2015) and earn three Starpoints for every US$ 1 spent. A maximum of 150,000 Starpoints can be earned per wedding. Through this campaign, couples will also be entitled to a 15% discount on standard room rates for their ﬁrst anniversary – just one of a myriad of beneﬁts in this offer. www.spg.com

Aston Sunset Beach Resort has opened its doors on the beautiful island of Gili Trawangan. Located on the west side of the island, the resort features 114 rooms, 10 one-bedroom Pool Villas and one Royal Pool Suite where each room has its own terrace. The resort also boasts a private white sand beach with a breathtaking sunset view of Mount Agung. In addition, the Aston Sunset Beach Resort has its own dive center, perfect for those who want to explore Gili Trawangan’s pristine diving sites. Aston Sunset Beach Resort Gili Trawangan, Lombok (0370) 633-686 www.aston-international.com

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ALL COURTESY PHOTOS

NEW GILI STAY

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CRAFT&CULTURE

THE EVOLUTION OF BALINESE MUSIC

had reached the island of Bali,

HOW POPULAR MUSIC HAS DEVELOPED HERE ON THE ISLAND (IN A NUTSHELL).

and the political situation caused the

bringing with it mekidung, or the singing of songs as part of religious activities. By the early 1900s, wars development of Balinese music for entertainment purposes to stagnate, but by the 1960s Balinese popular

lato once said, “Music

describe them, so this is one of the

gives a soul to the

many reasons why it has become

universe, wings to

such an important part of the human

the mind, ﬂight to the

experience.

imagination and life to

Music in Bali serves two major

music had experienced a revival.

THE 60S & 70S: A REVIVAL ERA The 1960s were a great time for

everything.” Music allows us to

functions: ﬁrst for religious purposes,

Balinese pop music. The song

express our feelings when there

and second for entertainment. By

“Kaden Saja” composed by Mr.

are no words that can accurately

the 16th century, Javanese inﬂuence

A.A. Wedasmara was a hit during

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that decade and many people in Bali

which is now one of the most

were familiar with it. Unfortunately,

legendary Balinese pop songs in

record sales were not too signiﬁcant.

existence.

Soon after, a Balinese pop band Made Cakra) released a single

THE 80S: UPS AND DOWNS

called “Kusir Dokar” that was a

During this decade, the Balinese pop

huge success. The record sales were

music industry faced a downturn.

fantastic, and the band was able to

Indonesian pop music and Western

make numerous appearances around

hits reigned supreme, knocking the

the island. Their success inspired a

Balinese pop music industry off its

number of Balinese musicians who

feet. However, Balinese musicians

contributed to the “glory days” of

learned to change with the times and

the Balinese pop music industry. In

studied the wants of the market. By

1975, Putra Dewata composed a

1983 a new form of Balinese pop

major hit called “Bungan Sandat,”

music emerged with less traditional

called Putra Dewata (led by A.A.

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Clockwise: Youth performing at a school function, Balinese musician Balawan is known as “The Magic Finger” guitarist, the always dazzling performer Ayu Laksmi

elements and a more modern sound. Yong Sagita, Alit Adiari and Yan Bero are some notable Balinese pop singers from this era.

THE 90S: EVERYTHING AND THE KITCHEN SINK

Indonesian and Western charts

to be the rescuers of Balinese pop

“invaded” Bali. Again, Balinese pop

music. Those singers are Widi

Another downturn happened in

music artists had to adjust to market

Widiana, Ari Kencana, Tut Asmara

the early 1990s, when RnB, dance

wants. By the mid-90s, a number of

and Agung Wirasutha, along with a

music, and songs on the Top 40

singers emerged who are considered

handful of others. The 1990s also saw the birth of Balinese rock, with the most notable group being the Lolot Band. Also emerging in this era were Balinese rap musicians and Balinese reggae, as well as music inspired by Chinese traditional music and dangdut (Indonesia’s music of the masses).

MODERN-DAY MUSICIAN These days, perhaps the most wellknown Balinese artist is I Wayan Balawan, recognized internationally for his exquisite blend of Balinese music and world sounds. He is better known by the name Balawan and is

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famous for his “8 ﬁngers touch style”

His ﬁrst solo album “Balawan” was

HAVE A LISTEN!

guitar technique. Musicians around

released in 1997 by the Acoustic

If you are interested in modern

the world call him “The Magic

Music Label (Germany). His ﬁrst

Balinese music, watching a

Finger” guitarist.

band album “GloBALIsm” was a

performance by I Wayan Balawan

Chico&Ira Production (Indonesia)

is a great place to start. To listen to

released in 1999.

other Balinese talents, simply tune

guitar at the age of eight, he joined his ﬁrst band when he was

Balawan’s second solo album

into a local radio channel or enter

14 years old. He studied jazz at

“Magic Fingers” was launched

the names that have been listed

the Australian Institute of Music

under the Sony-BMG Music

above into YouTube. Don’t worry

in Sydney, and after obtaining a

Indonesia label. This album really

about not understanding the lyrics

Diploma of Music, returned to Bali

showcases Balawan’s arrangement

because in the end, music is not

in 1997 to form a band called

and composing capabilities, as

about understanding a language,

Batuan Ethnic Fusion. This musical

well as the seamless manner with

it is about listening to the way

outﬁt combined traditional Balinese

which he blends modern music with

a soul speaks.

gamelan music with jazz/fusion.

traditional Balinese gamelan.

By Bayu Rahanatha

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PHOTOS BY ANGGARA MAHENDRA

Teaching himself to play the

LIFESTYLE&LEISURE 1 motorbike tire = 2 pairs of sandals 1 car tire = 6-8 pairs of sandals

BALIFORNIA DREAMIN’ INDOSOLE IS TURNING TRASH INTO TREASURE, ONE TIRE AT A TIME.

id you know that it is

public transportation, it’s bafﬂing to

discarded tires and repurposing

impossible for tires

imagine how many tires the country

them into soles for footwear (and

to decompose? If

must go through on a yearly basis.

stylish footwear, at that!).

you think about how

Tires will never become one with

many people in Bali

the Earth, which poses the question:

Indosole had repurposed a total of

zip around on motorbikes and how

What is to be done with them all? In

21,678 waste tires. If you visit their

many people in Indonesia rely on

the case of the Californian company

website, you’ll ﬁnd a “tire ticker”

personal vehicles due to inadequate

Indosole, they are taking Indonesia’s

in the top right-hand corner. This

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As of Earth Day 2014 (April 22),

number continues to grow with every passing minute, slowly but surely

different story. Indosole has been honing

bringing Indosole closer to reaching

their process for ﬁve years, so by

their goal of saving 1 million tires

now they have got it down pat.

from Indonesia’s landﬁlls.

According to the VP of Indosole, one motorbike tire can be made into

REPURPOSING TIRES

about two pairs of sandals, while

The use of tires for shoe soles is

car tires provide enough material for

not an entirely new idea. In fact,

roughly six to eight pairs.

it is common practice in many

The process starts with the

developing countries around the

collection of tires, purchased from

world. However, transforming the

recycling centers around the island.

material into a lightweight and

Indosole does not purchase in bulk,

comfortable product is a much

but instead pays per tire. This is

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SOLES WITH SOUL Alleviating the waste problem isn’t the only thing Indosole is dedicated to. Education of the country’s youth is another passion of theirs, and they’ve acted on this by funding the college tuition of Bali-born surfer Made Mariasa Karbit. Indosole has sponsored Karbit’s surﬁng since 2010 and the budding entrepreneur dreams of contributing further to the Indosole business upon his graduation. In the future, Indosole hopes to sponsor the education of as many students as possible. “Soles

what they have done since the very beginning and still do to this day, despite the fact that prices have risen considerably since they ﬁrst started. The tires are then repurposed, meaning they are turned into reprocessing. No fuel-powered

with soul” isn’t just a tagline; it

machinery is required, which makes

is something that their team lives

repurposing greener than recycling.

and breathes, and we salute them

All that is needed is a strong pair of

for that!

hands to cut the tires and inner tubes

Vegan leather and suede, organic

Indosole has come a long way,

to shape. The process of cutting

cotton canvas, and traditional

starting back in 2004 with a surf trip

rubber by hand is more expensive

Indonesian batik fabrics (all hand-

to Bali (where the Indosole founder

than using a plastic injection mold,

dyed) are used to complete the

came across his ﬁrst pair of tire sole

but at the end of the day, minimizing

product. Some sandal styles even

sandals), followed by several years

environmental impact it is worth the

incorporate pieces of repurposed

of experimentation, all the way up

extra cost.

burlap bags as a ﬁnishing touch.

to their latest collection, which is

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF INDOSOLE

something new without any

not a surfer you’ll still be able to appreciate their sandals, which run from between $25 to $48 and their shoes that go for $55 to $60. It’s practically guilt-free shopping. By getting your hands on one of their newest styles, either for yourself or as a gift for someone, you’ll be doing your small part to alleviate the waste management problem here in Bali. By Mutia Adisoma www.indosole.com www.facebook.com/indosole @indosole (Instagram)

Not only are there sandals and shoes to choose from, but starting this month Indosole is also offering apparel! Visit Drifter, Nusa Surf, Single Fin, Deus, Surfer’s Paradise or go their best yet. Dubbed “Balifornia”,

For now the brand is mostly

to the Indosole website to see the complete list of retailers

it combines their love of Bali and

recognized and supported by

California, boasting pieces that fuse

the surﬁng community, but we

and browse the full selection of

the easy, breezy Californian spirit

think you should help spread the

footwear and apparel.

with the vibrant colors of Bali.

word to everyone! Even if you are

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DINE&DELIGHTS

practically unanimous that Sarong, along with its sister restaurants,

A CUP OF GOODNESS

have succeeded in serving up the most coveted prize of consistent high quality? Chef Will Meyrick has decided to share the limelight with this country that he calls home,

SARONG IS FOCUSING ON COFFEE FARMERS, FACILITATING COMMUNITIES IN THE FAR REACHES OF THE ARCHIPELAGO TO ACHIEVE LONG-TERM SUCCESS.

promoting Indonesia’s rich and diverse resources and helping farmers in remote areas implement the kind of best practices that will help them succeed in the long term.

BROADER FOCUS It was during his travels throughout

ho doesn’t

It’s inevitable, considering

ﬁlming purposes or simply feeding

know

Sarong consistently ﬁnds itself on

his passion for ﬁnding the best

Sarong?

the most coveted lists – from Asia’s

ingredients – that Chef Meyrick

Regardless

50 Best Restaurants (it was the only

discovered resources that were not

of whether

restaurant in Indonesia to make

being developed properly.

or not you are a frequent visitor to

the list in 2014) to the handpicked

Bali, if you have trawled the web

compilations of countless food

has made a commitment to helping

just once in search of what’s hot on

bloggers to the personal favorite lists

farmers implement sustainable

the island we are pretty sure you

of internationally-renowned chefs.

practices to improve the quality of

have come across the name of this restaurant.

So in what direction does one take the business when it is

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This is why the Sarong Group

their products. The ﬁrst step is by focusing on coffee, which according

PHOTOS COURTESY OF SARONG GROUP

Indonesia – researching for TV

Below: Chef Will Meyrick of Sarong and Pak Eko of the Klasik Beans Cooperative share a candid moment

to Chef Meyrick is fast becoming

used pesticides, making sustainable

to sustain opportunities in rural

Indonesia’s “trendy” beverage of

yields almost impossible.

communities.” This coffee partnership

choice (considering the majority of

The Klasik Beans Cooperative

is the ﬁrst of many in support of this

the Indonesian population do not

now educates farmers in Puntang, a

noble goal, so the next time you stop

consume alcohol). The Sarong Group

mountainous region south of Bandung

by Sarong or Mama San, have a

is now working together with small

(in West Java), about proper farming

cup of their Sunda Hejo coffee and

coffee farmers under the supervision

practices, how to get the most yield

let them know what you think!

of the Klasik Beans Cooperative.

from the best coffee beans, and how

By Mutia Adisoma

to cater to client’s preferences.

COFFEE CULTURE

Sarong Restaurant

It is the chef’s belief that

The Klasik Beans Cooperative is

“ecologically friendly farming results

Jalan Petitenget No. 19x, Seminyak

led by Pak Eko, who has been an

in better tasting food, better tasting

(0361) 473-7809

Indonesian volunteer rescuer for

drinks and supports local farmers

www.sarongbali.com

15 years. During his service, he and his team traveled to remote areas in Indonesia and came across farmers who treated coffee as just a normal commodity. They rushed the production, which resulted in

It looks like focusing on farmers is not the only thing on the Sarong Group’s to-do list. Look forward to the arrival of Maluku Restaurant on Petitenget Street, which will offer a carefully curated all-Indonesian menu! The restaurant tentatively plans to launch by the end of this year.

inconsistent quality, and some even

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CELEBRITY PASTRY CHEF ADRIANO ZUMBO HAS HIS SIGNATURE CREATIONS ON THE W BALI’S NEW AFTERNOON TEA MENU. DURING A RECENT VISIT WE MANAGED TO PULL HIM AWAY FROM HIS ADORING FANS TO CHAT ABOUT HOW BEING INNOVATIVE HAS LED HIM TO WHERE HE IS TODAY.

Bali & Beyond (BB): Do you have

BB: That’s a good way to make

any childhood experiences that

friends!

inﬂuenced your decision to become a

AZ: Yeah, they’d always be

pastry chef?

around. It was deﬁnitely a big part

Adriano Zumbo (AZ): Yeah, totally.

of my life.

My parents owned a supermarket, so I grew up around free lollies, free

BB: You’re known for coming

snack foods, free confections. It was

up with unique names for your

deﬁnitely a big inﬂuence. I didn’t eat

creations. What are some of your

much savory – I pretty much only ate

personal favorites?

chicken, pasta with no sauce… I ate

AZ: I love them all. There have been

so many sweets. Every day before

so many names over the years…

school I’d ﬁll my bag up and share

Currently, my favorite is probably

with my friends.

the ‘Dirty Danny.’

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PHOTOS COUTESY OF THE W BALI

PROFILE&PORTRAIT

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

BB: Do you have a friend named Danny that it’s named after? Is he a dirty kind of guy? AZ: What I love to get out of a name is that it’s up to you what to think of it. I know why I named it, but you don’t need to know that. You sort of make what you want of it. That’s what I love! People come in and have a giggle... It’s important that you make a connection mentally. It’s all about making the brain think about it. BB: Of all the things I sampled today, the Popcorn Macaroon was my favorite. It tastes just like movie theater popcorn drenched in butter. AZ: That’s probably my best-selling

have pancake macaroons, so we

So lastly, what are some words of

macaroon in Australia. I saw it really

make pancakes. Some people will

wisdom you have for those who

ﬁt in with the theme here.

say that’s a waste of time, but the

want to enter the pastry industry?

ﬂavor… The memory and nostalgic

AZ: You’ve got to have an open

feel you get from that is priceless.

mind. Be passionate, have thick

BB: What’s the most exotic or peculiar ingredient you like to use?

skin. You have to see the world

AZ: I like things like vinegar and

BB: What are some other best sellers

as inspiration. Look at everything

olives because they’re salty. When

and must tries at your shop?

around you and absorb everything.

making a cake, it’s all about

AZ: The V8 Cake – its eight layers

People will be honest, but it

balance – sweet, acid, salty, bitter. I

of vanilla. There are a lot of macho

doesn’t mean you’re not right. It’s

like all those different elements. A lot

men in Australia that like V8 cars,

constructive criticism and should be

of things come sweet in this industry,

so it was a bit of a mind twist and

taken in. Accept people for who

so I like the things I can use to cut

has a couple meanings. Aside from

they are and situations for what

that back. Salty, acidic or neutrals

that, passion fruit tarts, macaroons

they are and you’ll go a long way.

like vanillas or nuts. It might not have

and zonuts make the top four things

The key is to adapt. There are no

a big ﬂavor impact but it will have

in the store. My favorite thing at the

mistakes in life. They’re experiences,

an effect on the ﬁnished product.

moment is probably the Milo Can.

so learn from them. Don’t look at

It’s a cake that looks like a can of

a book and go, “That’s what a

Milo. It’s Milo-raspberry-mint.

pastry chef is.” A pastry chef is you,

BB: What did you put in the Babi Guling Macaroon – the one that

your creativity, what you see the

tastes like suckling pig?

BB: I love how visual everything you

world as, what you see pastry as.

AZ: Babi guling! It’s pureed up; we

make is. Aside from that, you’re

Remember the tradition but don’t

used that as a base and made a

linking things to people’s memories

stick by it. Make it your own – that’s

ﬁlling with it. The best way to get

and really providing an experience

what creativity is. Have a dream

a ﬂavor is to get the real thing.We

for your customers. Very cool!

and chase it.

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INVITE&INDULGE

A CUT ABOVE NOT A FAN OF TRADITIONAL SPAS BUT STILL CRAVE A BIT OF PAMPERING? POP INTO ROB PEETOOM HAIR SPA IN SEMINYAK TO COOL OFF AND TREAT YOUR SUN-DRENCHED LOCKS TO SOME “TLC”.

t was a blistering hot day in Bali when I visited Rob Peetoom Hair Spa. In general, tourists from around the globe are overjoyed by Bali’s abundant

sunshine, but I’m pretty sure that on this day even they would have found it to be just a tad too hot. I passed through the threshold that separated a row of parking spaces from Rob Peetoom’s open-air

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welcome area, and surprisingly I

What had brought me there

HAIR CARE

could instantly feel a difference. A

that day was the fact that for the

It’s best to commence with a test to

breeze blew in from the direction of

umpteenth time, someone with a

learn about the current condition of

the garden out back, cooling down

chic cut had replied “Rob Peetoom”

your hair and scalp. The staff uses a

the entire complex. With waterways

when I inquired about where

special camera to check your roots,

lining the treatment rooms and

they had gotten their hair done.

ends and several areas of your scalp

salon area, it makes for a pleasant

But besides that, I really wanted

to decide on which hair products will

little oasis right in the middle of

to learn about their signature

work best for you.

Seminyak. You can hardly tell that

hair treatments since they have

just beyond the threshold is busy

established themselves as a “hair

treatments to choose from, and all

Petitenget Street.

spa” and not just a salon.

use Kérastase products. The crème

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There are several hair massage

de la crème of their treatments

as well as hot stone therapy! All

uses Kérastase Chronologiste, a

this while gazing out at the lovely

Director will put you back Rp.

deeply restorative product that

green garden.

500,000 (plus tax), but don’t be

As for their haircuts, I can

discouraged about their prices! Their

Paciﬁc Ocean. Active ingredients

happily say that I have ﬁnally

very able Junior Stylists can give you

in the “mimetic caviar concentrate”

proven their quality for myself. It

a professional Ladies’ or Men’s cut

soothe and hydrate the scalp while

deﬁnitely did not disappoint. The

for as little as Rp. 150,000 (plus

strengthening hair ﬁbers.

Creative Director met with me prior

tax). If you’re willing to shell out a bit

The 60-minute treatment (Rp.

to being shampooed to observe the

more, there are also Stylists, Senior

750,000 plus tax) includes serum,

natural condition of my hair and its

Stylists and Top Stylists who can

a conditioner and masque, intensive

tendencies when dry. Then, going

help you too.

leave-in treatment, and a head

by just a photo of Brooklyn Decker,

massage to ensure your hair and

she captured the layers of my dream

BROWS & LASHES

scalp reap all the beneﬁts of the

haircut to a T, and I felt as if I had

Some additional services you

product. Next you’ll be treated to a

become a non-blonde version of the

might want to consider at Rob

neck, back, hand and foot massage

beautiful celebrity.

Peetoom are their beauty treatments.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF ROB PEETOOM HAIR SPA

contains mineral-rich water from the

An appointment with the Creative

• You should not be able to feel your lash extensions. However, be warned that when they are wet, for example when you are in the shower, they will feel heavy and you might experience slight discomfort.

• Rumor has it that pop star Beyoncé uses all-mink lashes! At Rob Peetoom, the lash extensions are a mixture of silk and mink. They do not use any synthetic materials.

• There are three lash styles available at Rob Peetoom: “natural,” “mascara” and “babydoll.” The “mascara” will elongate your lashes, whereas the “babydoll” will give you a very dramatic look.

• It will not be necessary for you to use a lash curler and apply mascara once you have lash extensions. That’s one less thing for you to do in the morning! A haircut or beauty treatment might not be something on your Their eyebrow waxing treatment

about trying lash extensions but

to-do list while on vacation, but if

(Rp. 300,000 plus tax) uses L.A.’s

are a bit apprehensive about the

you consider the quality versus the

“Anastasia Signature Stencils” to

process, here are some quick facts

price of these treatments back home,

make sure your brows frame your

I’ve compiled based on my own

perhaps it should be.

face correctly. When your brows

experience that will hopefully help

By Regina Indraswari

have the correct arch, they will bring

you with your decision. Rob Peetoom

out the best of your facial features.

Lash Extension “411”

Jalan Petitenget No. 16

(Rp. 500,000 plus tax), this is

• Lash extensions will not make your

(0361) 738-363

a service that they are really

natural lashes fall out, unless you

www.robpeetoom.nl

encouraging in 2014. It’s an option

ﬁddle with them or rub your eyes.

for the ladies out there that are too

• Lash extensions should last about

Did you know?

busy to apply fake lashes every day

two weeks. Beyond that, you’ll

Customers under the age

or would like a more dramatic look

require regular touch-ups because

of 20 years or students are

for a special occasion coming up.

they will fall out with the natural

entitled to a 20% discount!

As for their eyelash extensions

For those who are curious

growth cycle of each lash.

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li is just one Yoghurt with mues you’ll ﬁnd on of the tasty snacks fe’ menu. Home Mate’s ca

Breakfast comes with this view at the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, Bali (in Ungasan). We could really get used to that!

work, crossing busy t we saw on our way to Here’s a procession tha lasti ceremony. Me y to the beach for a Sunset Road on their wa 40

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We dare you not to end up buying this and that from the array of home accessories at Home Mate. Self-restraint is really hard to practice there...

“This tastes just like it does in Japan!” exclaimed our editor who spent over three years living there. You can ﬁnd this ebi katsu kare at Take on Patih Jelantik Street in Legian.

PHOTOS BY MUTIA ADISOMA, NOVENTY ARIANI AND D. ARIEF SENOAJI

SIGHTS&SOUNDS

Our cork board of photos, quotes and fun facts that we picked up while exploring in March and April...

We snapped this at the Ritz Carlton Mega Kun ingan during our visit last Ma rch. Mini edible Bali & Beyond covers decorating delicious littl e cupcakes -- how crafty!

These snapshots were taken during our visit to Gili Trawangan to check out the new Aston Sunset Beach Resort.

We love ho w on Gili Tr awangan your only op tions for tra nsport are either horsepowered or your own two legs.

Salty Seagull erior at the new How cool is the int ojector pr a â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nyak? There restaurant in Semi . too s tdoor playing movies ou

They also have ping-pong indoors underneath a canopy of twinkling lights!

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REST&RELAXATION

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CHIC RETREAT WE DELIGHTED IN ROUNDING THE CORNERS TO SEE WHAT KIND OF INNOVATIVE ART WAS WAITING TO BE DISCOVERED AT THE LE MÉRIDIEN BALI JIMBARAN. READ ON TO SEE WHAT ELSE THIS RESORT IN JIMBARAN HAS TO OFFER.

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tepping into the lobby

mounted photographs and large

LAGOON ACCESS

of the Le Méridien is a

paintings depicting Balinese temple

We stayed in the Lagoon Access

transﬁxing experience.

processions, offerings, and richly

room, which features an addictive

Multiple woven vintage

colored market scenes. Walking the

king-sized bed. A small terrace leads

fan blades shaped like

hotel’s hallways is akin to an art tour

out to a curved pool that winds

or a visit to a chic gallery.

its way over to the main saltwater

leaves chop the air with dizzying effect. The open space lobby has

The hotel is located in the heart

lagoon pool in the center of the 1.6 hectare property.

an eclectic art collection including a

of Jimbaran, a traditional ﬁshing

pointillism installation of the Beatles

community along the southern

crossing Abbey Road.

coastline of Bali. Because of the

contemporary New York Hamptons

hotel’s proximity to the ﬁsh market,

getaway with slate grey stripes

with modern mixed media

all 118 rooms have air puriﬁers and

and cornﬂower blue accents. The

sculptures in hallway corners,

fans on the balconies.

rooms have the latest in cutting edge

The ambiance is very artistic

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The room is reminiscent of a

technology with SMART 3D LED

fully submerged, as tunes play from

TV, iPod docking stations and high

your iPod sitting neatly on top of the

speed wireless internet. Lamps are

docking station. The convenient dual

suspended from overhead with azure

toned teak table by the bath is the

blue macramé knots tied in intricate

perfect place to put a drink and a

patterns around them.

magazine and truly indulge in some

The large en suite bathroom is ﬁlled with Cinq Mondes products,

much-needed solo time under the mood lighting.

and has a rain shower and a deep soaking Toto tub just begging to be

ENERGY SAVERS

ﬁlled with water and ﬂower petals.

Natural light pours into the room

You can relish in a luxurious bath,

during the daytime and there’s more than ample in-room lighting at night with the curtains closed. If you like it completely dark at bedtime, make sure to close the closet door all the way to deactivate the strip lighting. The rooms are energy efﬁcient as well, as guests need to insert their keycard in a slot that activates the lights and air conditioning. When leaving the room, the keycard is removed from the slot and all the power is turned off. When the

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Clockwise: The interior of the Smoqee Lounge, splashes of color in the Bamboo Chic Restaurant, a treatment bed in the Serenity Spa, state of the art Technogym equipment, a welcoming corner in the airy lobby

terrace doors are opened, the air conditioning shuts off. Even the face towels, sanitary wipes and a

for all your senses. Along with the

water dispenser. Cardio was a blast

usual suspects of eggs, bacon and

STRETCH & SWEAT

because of the monitors attached

ham, you’ll ﬁnd Balinese chicken

The ﬁtness center has state of the art

playing YouTube videos and cable

curry omelets and rendang beef and

Technogym equipment that ranges

TV channels. Each cardio machine is

poached egg. We discovered some

from treadmills to bikes and elliptical

equipped with iPod and USB docks.

unusual ﬂavor proﬁles that really

the air conditioning to turn off.

machines. Shiny free weights and a

delighted our palates!

few strength training machines round

ASIAN PERSUASION

out the ﬁtness offerings. There is even

Bamboo Chic is the only restaurant

to the elevator on the left to enjoy

a small room that can be used for

on the premises and serves both

the Smoqee Rooftop Bar. Every

stretching, ﬂoor exercises or you can

Asian and Western food. The

Saturday, Smoqee hosts a buffet that

simply close the door and meditate.

restaurant is spacious and appeals

is a carnivore’s delight. Sweet, tangy

more to a family-style daytime kind

and smoky barbecued meats like

of dining.

lamb shoulder, pork chops, sausages,

It felt great working out in a clean gym with top of the line equipment and being provided with fresh

Breakfast is an epicurean feast

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Exit the restaurant and go directly

chicken and beef ribs are served

PHOTOS COURTESY OF LE MERIDIEN BALI JIMBARAN

slightest crack in the doors will cause

with signature ﬂavored Bintang beer.

have checked out, Le Méridien is still

Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran

Mango, chili, and coffee syrups are

catering to their guests’ comfort and

Jalan Bukit Permai, Jimbaran

infused into the beer and guests can

peace of mind.

(0361) 846-6888

choose whichever is to their liking.

By Diana O’Gilvie

www.lemeridien.com

We liked how the sweet and spicy mango and chili paired well with an ice cold beer.

FOND FAREWELL Guests who have late night ﬂights are welcome to wait in the lounge of the Serenity Spa and continue using the pool and showers after checking out. This considerate provision is at no extra cost. Even after the guests

Not staying at the Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran but curious to explore the largest saltwater lagoon pool in Jimbaran? Day passes are available, so splash and swim to your heart’s content and enjoy the facilities and friendly service! Day passes are Rp. 200,000 net/person and include: • Rp. 200,000 credit for food & beverages • Use of changing rooms at Serenity Spa and Salon • Access to J Kids Club • Participation in daily activities like yoga, beach walk discovery and aquarobic • Use of WiFi

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PONDERINGPOINT

SPEAKING IN TONGUES

THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS OF LEARNING A NEW LANGUAGE

have just ﬁnished my ﬁrst

necessary to try and learn to speak

spoken English is extremely rare.

Indonesian lesson at a well-

the language. This will prove to be

Having a translator is not an option,

regarded language school here

a long, winding and oftimes bumpy

therefore I have had to bite the bullet

in Bali, and quite frankly, I

road.

and knuckle down in the attempt to

found it mentally exhausting!

As I base myself here for up to ten

In recent years I have re-invented myself not only as a novelist but

become even a little proﬁcient. My class is small – just four

months a year to supposedly write

also as a travel writer, so this career

of us and an ever-so-patient

a book, I have found it increasingly

change takes me to places where

teacher. I am a little awed by my

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fellow classmates, as they radiate

Actually it is very hard!

conﬁdence and intelligence and

Growing up in countries where

gobble up the class notes in a ﬂash

English is the only language spoken,

while I hold up proceedings by

my brain has gotten lazy and

plodding through the most basic of

especially stubborn when I attempt

sentences.

to think and speak in a tongue

We have a Greek gentleman

alien to the one I’m accustomed

as a student. Greek is his mother

to. Pronunciation, nuances, spelling

tongue and on top of that the fellow

and a different sounding alphabet

speaks English, Spanish, German

does everything in its power to

and “enough Arabic to get by.” And

confuse me.

here he is adding another tongue

I learn to ask a basic question

to his already bulging cabinet of

and do so with gusto, feeling mighty

languages!

pleased with myself. Suddenly, a

A shy Russian woman who has just

rapid-ﬁre answer comes back at

recently learned English now embarks

me from my teacher laced with a

on learning another tongue, stoically

corresponding question.

working away at pronunciation and

I simply stare open mouthed

diction. I wonder, does she see the

as, to be quite honest, I haven’t a

word, work it back into Russian,

clue as to what the gentleman has

then into English, and then into

just said.

Indonesian? I really should ask her! Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia)

So now I adorn my house here in Bali with Post-it notes in Indonesian

is the ofﬁcial language of Indonesia

stuck to all manner of objects around

and is used as the lingua franca

the home. I laboriously try to increase

in the Indonesian archipelago.

my vocabulary each day by saying

Bahasa Indonesia was elevated

the same words over and over again.

to the status of “ofﬁcial language”

And my conﬁdence is building!

after independence in 1945,

This morning I set off for the

market rehearsing over and over

than natural evolution as a unifying

the basic phrase, “Good Morning.

communication platform for its

Could I please have a carton of milk

millions of inhabitants.

and a dozen eggs? Thank you.”

So how hard could it be, this

The lady at the market looked

language that ‘borrows’ much from

askance before handing me a

other tongues and supersedes the

packet of condoms and a brand new

over 300 native languages that

bucket.

abound in this incredible country of 17,000 islands?

I think I have a ways to go! By Paul V. Walters

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I AM A LITTLE AWED BY MY FELLOW CLASSMATES, AS THEY RADIATE CONFIDENCE AND GOBBLE UP THE CLASS NOTES IN A FLASH WHILE I HOLD UP PROCEEDINGS BY PLODDING THROUGH THE MOST BASIC OF SENTENCES... There are a number of excellent language schools in Bali that offer Indonesian classes from beginner to advanced. I chose I.A.L.F. based on their excellent reputation and their meticulous planning and execution. The course notes and materials provided are excellent and the teaching/admin staff outstanding. I.A.L.F Jalan Raya Sesetan No. 190 Denpasar, (0361) 225-243 www.ialf.edu Cinta Bahasa – Ubud Jalan Raya Sanggingan No. 88x Ubud, 0812 3916 5005 cintabahasa.school@gmail.com Seminyak Language School Jalan Raya Seminyak No. 7 Seminyak, (0361) 733-342 www.learnindonesianbali.com

FOTOFOLIO

TOUCH OF BALI We challenged the students of Fashion Management & Fashion Design at the BINUS NORTHUMBRIA SCHOOL OF DESIGN (Binus International Jakarta) to create fashion illustrations by making use of both hand sketching and Adobe Photoshop. The catch? They must incorporate hints of Bali into the image – it doesn’t have to be obvious, but it does need to be there. We spotted the Balinese poleng pattern, a barong head, the Tegalalang rice ﬁelds and the remains of the Taman Ujung Palace, among others. See if you can spot them in the following pages! www.international.binus.ac.id. 50

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Above: Mystical Animism - Claresta Elviana Left: A Brief Rest II - Naomi Dame

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Taman Ujung - Cynthia Apriliana

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Urban Organic Chic - Anna Marie Pawliczek BALI&BEYOND MAY 2014

Above: Beyond The Pale - MarlĂŠn Hagemann Right: Beautyriustic - Jul Hendri Steven

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Above: Grandeur Of The Lost Century - Jossa Lukman Left: Relaxare - Raissa Purnama

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Above: Lustrous - Marsya I. Ramadhiani Right: Forest Hide and Seek - Aprilia Dewanti

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LITTLELOVES

Slightly skeptical at ﬁrst, I found myself being wowed at a demonstration where water was

INNOVATION STATION HERE ARE THREE CREATIVE PRODUCTS WE LOVE FOR BEING BETTER AND BRIGHTER THAN ALL THEIR COMPETITORS! By Regina Indraswari

poured onto a pair of regular jeans and then a pair made with the COOLMAX technology (both turned inside-out). In the case of the first pair, the water was absorbed straight away into one concentrated spot. But when poured onto the COOLMAX pair, the water droplets rolled along the surface, dispersing as if trying to get away from each other before finally sinking in. These special fibers help the water to spread out, which ultimately leads to quicker evaporation. This is proof that you no longer need to

worry about sweating in your jeans, pair of jeans,

stand the stiﬂing feeling of heavy

because this new technology allows

a non-alcoholic

jean material pressed against sweaty

you to stay dry and comfortable

beverage and a

skin? If you’re female and for the

even in the heat.

chair. What could

most part follow the trends, it’s

there possibly be to

likely the only jeans you own at the

polos, classic button-down shirts and

discuss in regards to these three

moment are “skinny” styles. It would

no-pocket plaid shirts that use the

everyday items? Why, innovative

take some serious acrobatics to

cooling technology, while women

breakthroughs, of course! Read on to

wrangle your way out of them at the

have loose-ﬁtting polo swing tees

see for yourself.

end of a hot and humid day!

and light and airy tops to choose

The collection also includes men’s

However, don’t disregard the

from. The COOLMAX collection

THE NEW JEAN

idea of wearing jeans just yet. I’ve

is available at the original Levi’s

For our readers who are visiting

discovered the perfect solution – a

stores located at Beachwalk in

Bali, you probably haven’t thought

new collection by Levi’s that utilizes

Kuta and Bali Collection in Nusa

to pack jeans for your trip, have

special technology to combat the

Dua, with jean prices starting at

you? As for those who are long-term

heat. The Spring 2014 “COOLMAX

Rp. 799,000.

residents of Bali, I wager you can’t

Collection” is woven with

even remember the last time you

COOLMAX ﬁbers that help adjust to

Levi’s at Beachwalk

wore jeans.

the body’s temperature and enable

Jalan Pantai Kuta, Kuta

proper ventilation.

www.beachwalkbali.com

Honestly, who could possibly

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Presotea originates in Taiwan,

Bubble tea has become an

where they have about 250 outlets

international sensation, including

serving thirsty customers all across

here in Indonesia. As a big fan of

the country. As it turns out, their

bubble tea I was excited to hear

concept of “Fresh Tea, Fresh

that a new brand was about to

Made” is what sets them apart from

open in Bali (after opening outlets

the rest.

in Jakarta and Bandung). However,

I love the fact that their tea

I wondered what they would do to

doesn’t sit around all day – it is

differentiate themselves from the

made only when ordered. On top of

others that exist.

that, each drink is made from one fresh tea bag, so there’s no chance of you getting a watered-down version of the drink that was served to the customer before you. Presotea offers 18 kinds of tea. They use a modiﬁed espresso machine to brew the tea and a

For more fruity options, there’s the

special “tea shake machine” that is

Passion Fruit Pineapple Tea made

used to perfect the ﬂavor. One of the

with sweet Taiwanese pineapple or

most popular ﬂavors in Indonesia

Fresh Lemon Kumquat Green Tea,

is the Panda Milk Tea made with

among many others.

Ceylon Black Tea from Sri Lanka,

You can ﬁnd Presotea at the Lippo

which is rich in ﬂavor and has a

Mall in Kuta, located just minutes

citrus aftertaste. The drink is then

away from the airport on a street

topped off with Panda Pearls.

that is always bustling with tourists.

Their Matcha Milk Tea with Red

Since the mall is fairly new, not

Bean Pearls is another favorite.

all tenants are ready to welcome

Research shows that the antioxidants

customers yet, but there’s deﬁnitely

in matcha are at least three times

enough to look at if you simply want

greater than what is found in other

to do a few laps to take a break

green teas, so maybe you should

from the sun while sipping on your

consider making this your new

Presotea drink.

favorite! For other refreshing options, try

Presotea at Lippo Mall Kuta

their A-Li-Shan Ice Tea made with

Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta

premium Oolong tea. It has a full-

www.facebook.com/presotea.

bodied yet sweet and mellow taste.

indonesia

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF LEVI’S, PRESOTEA, AND SENIMAN INDUSTRIES

FRESH BREWED

ROCKIN’ OUT I don’t get up to Ubud as often as I should, but when I do I always try to stop by the Seniman Coffee

the coffee studio. Crafted in Bali, it

childhood days when the

Studio. It’s just the coolest little café

is made from reclaimed teak wood

simple act of swinging brought

with great coffee and intriguing

that is combined with an everyday

so much joy.

wall décor such as the quote:

plastic chair (just like the kind you

“Lap dancing or climate change…

would ﬁnd at a typical backyard

incredibly well, and is not only

discuss.”

barbeque).

comfortable but also unique and

The Seniman Coffee Studio is part

Since it is topped with a plastic

The Bar Rocker is designed

eye-catching. It retails at the

of the Seniman Industries Group, a

chair, the rocker has an inviting and

Seniman Design Store in Ubud

“creative collective that specializes

non-pretentious look. However once

for Rp. 950,000. We’ve seen

in award winning coffee studios,

you sit in it, you will realize instantly

the chairs done in white and in

roasteries, product design, interiors

that this is no ordinary plastic

red, but perhaps custom colors

and consulting.” I’d like to take a

garden chair!

can also be made. Go ahead

moment to highlight their product

You can’t help but rock like a

and ask them for yourself – they

design, in particular a really neat

little child as you sip your coffee

welcome wholesale enquires.

chair they have created called the

or chat with your friends. The more

“Bar Rocker.”

you rock, I guarantee you the

Seniman Industries

happier you will feel! It’s almost

www.senimanindustries.com

like being transported back to your

www.seimancoffee.com

The Bar Rocker might just be my favorite thing about hanging out at

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

GOOD MORNING,

GENTLE GIANTS! BREAKFAST BY THE BEACH OR IN THE MIDDLE OF A FOREST IS NICE, BUT IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A TRULY UNIQUE EXPERIENCE, HEAD TO BALI ZOO FOR THEIR SIGNATURE BREAKFAST WITH ELEPHANTS PROGRAM.

here are plenty of ways

I get to spend time at the zoo, let

to start your day on this

alone have breakfast with the zoo’s

paradise island. You can

largest residents.

go to the beach for a morning surf, or simply

lounge by the pool to catch the

If you ever decide try this (and I really think you should), make sure that you wake up bright and early!

morning rays. However, there is I wager you haven’t thought of

MORNING AT THE ZOO

before.

Bali Zoo will send a car to pick you

another way to start your day that

Bali Zoo’s Breakfast with

up, and in my case the driver called

Elephants is one of the most exciting

to inform me that he was already

morning activities I’ve had the

waiting in front of my accommodation

pleasure of trying. It’s not every day

at 7 a.m. on the nose. I’m the kind of

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croissants, Danish pastries and a bowl of fresh tropical fruit salad with yoghurt. From there, guests can choose from three delicious options: American breakfast, Continental breakfast or Balinese breakfast. Your choice of tea or coffee and fruit juices will also be served to you. After savoring the pastries and fruit salad, there was a brief period where we got to interact with the gentle giants. As we waited for our main breakfast to arrive, we fed of huge cuts of fruit and slices of sugarcane. You have nothing to fear, as the mahouts (the people who work with and tend to the elephants) are there to guide you on how to interact with the elephants. It was wonderful to

person who rarely sees the morning

I had never seen such a warm smile

light—more of a night owl than a

so early in the morning. She led

morning rooster—but for this special

us past the lion enclosure to our

occasion I was willing to change my

breakfast spot, and on the way I

usual pattern.

noticed a lioness sleepily having her

From Kuta we headed towards

breakfast. It was amazing to see the

Gianyar, and after about an hour’s

wild beasts starting their day in pretty

drive we arrived at the zoo and

much the same fashion as we do.

were greeted by a pretty noisy

At the Elephant View Restaurant,

atmosphere. It was not the visitors

three Sumatran elephants and a

who were being raucous but rather

cute baby gibbon (clinging to a

the zoo residents themselves!

member of the staff) were ready to

This only added to our feelings of

welcome us.

anticipation. Waiting at the entrance was one of the zoo’s staff, and in all honesty,

ENJOY ‘BREKKIE’ Breakfast started with warm

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF BALI ZOO

the elephants theirs. This consisted

witness the close bond between the mahout and the elephants – you can clearly see how close they are with each other.

TAKE A RIDE By the time dessert was served, it meant only one thing: it was almost time to ride the magniﬁcent creatures! Just to the side of our breakfast spot was a platform from where we hopped onto the elephants for a 30-minute ride around the area. I must say that riding on the largest mammal on land is a pretty unforgettable experience. The package also allows you to explore a side of the zoo that other

see where they sleep, rest and have

could have possibly wished for is a

visitors don’t get to see. You can

their baths.

chance to give an elephant a bath…

peek into the elephant’s quarters to

After the tour, we were taken back to the starting point and given

maybe someday! By Miko Harada

a memento to take home to remind us of our experience. Then we got

Bali Zoo

to interact with the elephants a bit

Jalan Raya Singapadu, Gianyar

more, petting them and giving them

(0361) 294-357

more treats. The only other thing I

www.bali-zoo.com

BREAKFAST WITH ELEPHANTS PROGRAM SCHEDULE Breakfast (8:15 - 9:00 a.m.) Enjoy dining with elephants Elephant Ride (9:15 -10:00 a.m.) Have a 30-minute elephant ride PRICE Adults: US$ 78, Children (2 to 12 years old): US$ 56 *Infants under 2 years are free PICK UP TIMES 7:00 – 7:30 a.m. (Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran) 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. (Sanur, Ubud) TIPS Make use of the quiet morning time at the zoo to explore! There’s a petting zoo where little ones will enjoy interacting with adorable rabbits and deer.

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BEYONDBALI

THE COLORS OF LITTLE MADRAS GONE IS THE HEYDAY PRIOR TO THE 1950’S WHEN THE TAMIL COMMUNITY FLOURISHED IN KAMPUNG KELING. IF YOU VISIT NORTH SUMATRA TODAY YOU CAN STILL SEE REMNANTS OF THAT TIME, BUT THIS MIGHT NOT BE FOR LONG.

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Vibrant lifeThe only village left in Kampung Keling is Kampung Kubur, whose Tamil residents live with strong solidarity.

he sun was shining

where small children run along

overhead in the clear

the storefronts chasing pigeons.

blue sky and I could see

Beside me, a man who donned

just a handful of small

an unbuttoned shirt and a gold

clouds in the distance.

necklace looked on as Tamil women

Dust from the trafﬁc ﬂew about in

rushed by on their way to temple,

the shadows of the tree branches

the sunlight illuminating the vibrant

as the bentor drivers—the “rulers”

colors of their saris. “Ahh, it looks

of the streets in the city of Medan—

like I’ve ﬁnally arrived at Kampung

showed their stripes, weaving in and

Keling,” I thought to myself.

out of the chaotic trafﬁc and blasting

I then met with Abdul, a Tamil

their horns frequently, as if giving

man with a protruding belly and a

voice to their egos.

thick mustache that covered almost

An array of shops lines the shoulder of Zainul Ariﬁn Street,

half of his mouth. Abdul is a native of Kampung Keling (also known as

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Kampung Madras) and resides near

the 19th century. Referred to as a

the Maimoon Palace.

“million dollar land,” the Deli land

“When I was little, I liked to swim in the river under the bridge,” recalled Abdul as he gestured toward

produced world-class tobacco and lured in plenty of tobacco hunters. Amid the surging demand, a

the Bridge of Virtue (Kebajikan), a

Surabayan of Arab origin jumped

symbol of the melting pot of ethnic

at the opportunity. He invited the

diversity in the city of Medan. “Later

involvement of three Dutch traders

on, our family had to move because

from Java, a strategy that was

our parents needed the money. Our

quite political at the time. The word

house was sold to the Chinese.”

“Keling” itself comes from the word

In 1884 a Hindu temple called Shri Maryamman was established, and three years later came the construction of a mosque, Ghaudiyah, which is only 500 meters away from the temple. Both are still standing strong to this day. The heyday of Deli tobacco ended as soon as the Japanese occupied Abdul’s family was not the only

Klings, which is what Dutch ofﬁcials

the archipelago. Some workers sold

one hit by hard times. After the

used to call the Tamils who worked

their land to indigenous people or to

1950s, many Tamils had to sell their

in the tobacco plantations.

the Chinese in order to return to their

land due to economic woes. And

Judging by the numbers, it can

country of origin, while others chose

slowly but surely, the number of

be said that the Tamil workers

to stay due to marriage ties or the

Tamils in the Kampung Keling area

dominated when compared to the

development of commerce.

has now dwindled. The golden age

workers from Java. “My father said

of Kampung Keling is long gone, a

that Tamil people are born as a hard-

also Punjabi workers hailing from

time when the Tamils lived and settled

working men. That’s why our elders

North India. Some literature claims

in large colonies in “Little Madras.”

were brought here,” Abdul said.

they were employed in Kampung

Aside from the Tamil, there were

This was the basis for the emergence

Keling as warehouse guards or

TOBACCO TRADE

of small Tamil villages around the

housekeepers for the Dutch ofﬁcials,

The birth of Kampung Keling is

tobacco plantations. Kampung Keling

while other sources say that their

connected to the history of the

is the manifestation of the uniﬁcation

arrival in Kampung Keling was

Sumatra Deli tobacco trade in

of these small villages.

intended for supplying weapons

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to the Dutch army, but later they

closed doors, and saw mothers

antidote to the afternoon heat.

turned and helped Indonesia gain its

gathered on porches and children

This was the beginning of our

independence.

playing hide-and-seek.

conversation about Tamil culture.

It surprised me to learn that

Seventy-year-old Salma still

THE LAST VILLAGE

many outsiders consider this a

uses the Tamil language, so

The only village left in Kampung

crime-ﬁlled area. If that’s true, then

without hesitation I handed her my

Keling is Kampung Kubur, which is

how come I was not disturbed

earphones to play her a song called

a labyrinth of houses built cheek by

at all? In fact, I received a warm

“Pi’s Lullaby” from the soundtrack

jowl; it is no surprise that ﬁre is their

smile from every pair of eyes I

of the movie Life of Pi. The woman

biggest enemy. Religious ornaments

encountered.

closed her eyes as she listened. “This

are pinned on walls and doors and

“What are you doing in the

the people of Kampung Kubur live

village?” greeted Salma, a relative

too modern,” she said. Only a small

with strong solidarity. I frequently

of the proprietor of a small shop

fraction of today’s generation can

heard laughter from behind those

where I sipped iced tea as an

speak Tamil.

is Tamil language, but the music is

Kampung Keling is facing a major

INDONESIA

storm in maintaining its identity. What is especially worrying is the news I heard that Kampung anywhere between two to ﬁve years, its existence might be replaced by concrete foundations for apartment buildings that will tower over Zainul Ariﬁn Street. By Yoppy Pieter

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PHOTOS BY YOPPY PIETER

Kubur is under threat of eviction. In

NORTH SUMATRA

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CAPITALCORNER

“MAD” SCIENTISTS

THE MOLECULAR GASTRONOMY SCENE IN INDONESIA IS BUILDING STEAM. READ ON TO LEARN ABOUT TWO INDIVIDUALS PUTTING THEIR OWN SPIN ON THIS SCIENCE.

ANDRIAN ISHAK (THE PROGRESSIVE) Some people are quite skeptical about molecular gastronomy, viewing it as a trend that will soon fade away. Andrian Ishak has a

different view.

l Bulli in Spain was one

“father of molecular gastronomy”

of the most controversial,

and in Indonesia there are many

gastronomy is a scientiﬁc way of

experimental and

chefs who have partially adopted

thinking, so he disagrees when

inﬂuential molecular

his techniques. But if we’re to talk

people label Namaaz Dining as a

gastronomy restaurants

According to Andrian, molecular

about those who are serious about

molecular gastronomy restaurant.

in the world. And although the

molecular gastronomy, there are only

“I prefer to call it progressive

restaurant closed down in 2011, its

two people who can be considered

Indonesian cooking,” he said.

inﬂuence lives on.

“Ferran’s sons” – Andrian Ishak

When Andrian, formerly the

of Namaaz Dining and Ronald

electro-acoustic guitarist of a band,

Prasanto of Ron’s Laboratory.

came to a point in his music career

Chef and co-owner Ferran Adria is often referred to as the

where he felt they “weren’t going to make it,” he decided to take over his father’s catering business. In 2007, he started his own Indonesian restaurant called Suguhan Magali. One day, Andrian typed “the best restaurant in the world” into the Google search engine and found El Bulli on the top of the list. His curiousity led him to buy a molecular gastronomy book from Amazon. He found the content to be quite complicated, but what was most discouraging was the fact that the tools and equipment were not yet available in Indonesia. The ﬁrst thing he was able to procure (again, from Amazon) was a sous vide, or a water oven, which

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said. The new Namaaz can be considered a fine dining restaurant, but you won’t find any excessive decorations. “To be honest, I see that the fine dining competition in Indonesia is not about the food but more about the interior design, perhaps to provide customers with a certain atmosphere,” he explained. “But I don’t have to follow them. Of course the place has got to be nice, but I don’t want my food to hide behind the beauty of the interior design.” Another thing about Namaaz is that you won’t find fancy ingredients such as foie gras, caviar, truffles, etc. “Fine dining restaurants feel obliged to serve those ingredients to add value. Me, I add the value by creativity. What we offer is a unique dining experience,” Andrian concluded.

he used to make poached eggs.

something on a plate. An example

“If we are to boil an egg, usually

of this is the idea he got from

the heat is not evenly distributed,”

purchasing a beverage on the street

he explained. “With sous vide, I

from a kaki lima vendor. “I was

can make a perfect poached egg,

thinking it might be a good idea to

the egg yolk still intact. It tastes

have it as an edible dessert, from the

wonderful!” In 2012, Andrian

plastic bag, the straw and the rubber

decided to pour his whole heart

band,” he said.

and creativity into Namaaz Dining,

Namaaz has recently moved

located on the second ﬂoor of

to a more strategic location in

Suguhan Magali.

Gunawarman, Jakarta. “It’s a

The creative process always starts

statement to those who see Namaaz

with crazy ideas, and Andrian uses

as some sort of underground project.

molecular gastronomy to transform

It’s like saying ‘this is the real

the “craziness” in his mind into

thing, this makes money!’” Andrian

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creativity – molecular gastronomy. Previously known as an Indonesian coffee artist, Ronald’s introduction to molecular gastronomy was basically due to his “big mouth.” During the Indonesia Barista Competition 2011, he had a conversation with Toni Wahid (of cikopi.com), who commented on how boring he found baristas’ signature drinks to be. “Give me a month and I’ll come up with something different,” Ronald responded. At the time he had been experimenting with transformation, so he dug deeper and found molecular gastronomy. Ronald’s case is a proof that sometimes a big mouth can be beneﬁcial. In fact, he is the ﬁrst person in the world to apply molecular gastronomy to coffee. Among his creations are the Espresso Raviolli (jelly espresso made of alginate and calcic) and the drinker’s mouth to spout smoke.

“BECAUSE IT IS AN ART, I DON’T WANT TO PATENT MY CREATIONS. I’M NOT AFRAID OF BEING IMITATED. WHEN YOU IMITATE ME, I’LL ALREADY BE DOING SOMETHING ELSE.”

RONALD PRASANTO (THE PLAYFUL)

He even made a coffee ball ﬁlled

Indonesia’s educational system

sound like Donald Duck! If you use a

unfortunately does not put much

heavier gas like barium, you’ll sound

value on creativity, so it is easy

like Darth Vader.

with helium that makes your voice

for schools to label an active child

“Transformation is the key

who is lacking outlets for creativity

to molecular gastronomy, both

like Ronald Prasanto, a “bad

physically and chemically.

boy.” Though the labeling was

Basically, molecular is more about

not completely innacurate (young

presentation. Because it is an art, I

Ronald used to love adding laxatives

don’t want to patent my creations.

to his friends’ drinks!), Ronald has

I’m not afraid of being imitated.

now found an outlet to channel his

When you imitate me, I’ll already

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF NAMAAZ DINING AND RON’S LABORATORY

the Dragon Breath, which causes

be doing something else. In the end, you’ll never copy someone one hundred percent,” said Ronald, founder of Avantie Can Cook. Anne Avantie, the kebaya designer, is Ronald’s aunt. By the end of 2013 Ronald had opened his own place in Grand Indonesia called Ron’s Laboratory, a molecular gastronomy gelato shop. “Most ice cream bars don’t create unique ﬂavors because the minimum capacity of their ice cream machine is 5 kg or 10 kg – too risky for business,” he explained. “With liquid nitrogen I can make very small quantities, made to order. I can experiment more with ﬂavors.” The o

liquid nitrogen (over -190 C) acts as a freezing agent and evaporates into the air within seconds. Within months, the word of Ron’s Laboratory’s success spread through the Internet and social media outlets. However, Ronald sees it as a revenge project. “When I was a little kid, people told me not to play with food. It’s payback time!” he exclaimed triumphantly. “In the end, you’re called two names for being different – unique if you succeed, or weird if you fail.” Andrian and Ronald agree that molecular gastronomy can be applied to any kind of food to create something previously unimaginable. For us customers, it means that good things are on the way. By Edwin Pangestu

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On April 2, The Park Lane Jakarta reopened its well-established restaurant, RIVA. The renovated dining venue now comes with a grill, bar, lounge and two terraces that offer a city view and a lagoon pool view. Wherever you choose to sit, you will definitely enjoy RIVA’s delicious new menu that includes Wood Oven French Veal Rack and mouth-watering soufflés. You can also spend the night mingling at their new bar and lounge area with DJ or acoustic performances livening up your night, and sip on their collection of wines and special collection of tipples. This spot will definitely add excitement to the capital’s dining scene. RIVA Bistro & Bar at The Park Lane Jakarta Jalan Casablanca Kav. 18, Jakarta (021) 828-2000 www.rivagrillnbar.com

BALI TO YOGYA In celebration of Earth Hour and Nyepi on March 29, the Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta held a special event dubbed “Bali to Jogja Night” at the hotel’s Bogey’s Teras Restaurant, which overlooks the sprawling green of the golf course. Guests were offered a wide arrange of delicious Balinese fare created by Executive Sous Chef Wayan Widiana, including bebek betutu and jahu batun bedil, and enjoyed traditional Balinese dance performances like the Tari Pendet, Tari Kebyar Duduk, and many more. Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta Jalan Palangan Tentara Pelajar, Yogyakarta (0274) 869-123 www.yogyakarta.regency.hyatt.com

YOUNG SURF Rip Curl has just completed their GromSearch 2014 Series. This series of surfing competition events is held in order to find Indonesia’s fresh young talents for building the brand’s next generation of upcoming surfers. The GromSearch included stops in Lombok, Sumbawa, Cimaja and Kuta. It culminates with four regional finalists getting an allexpenses-paid trip to compete in the National Finals on September 27-28 in Lembongan Island, Bali. www.asia.ripcurl.com

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ALL PHOTOS COURTESY RIP CURL GROM PHOTOS BY MICK CURLEY PHOTO

BEYONDUPDATE

DINE & MINGLE

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR

SPREADING GOODNESS This coming June, the inspiring Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE will visit Bali for the ﬁrst time to address the 2014 graduating class of the Green School Bali. One day prior to the graduation ceremony on June 17, the world-renowned ethologist, UN Messenger of Peace and founder of the Jane Goodall Institute will spend a day with the Green School students to celebrate more than half a century’s worth of research on the Chimpanzees of Gombe. The Green School will open its doors to other schools in an exclusive public event at 10:30 a.m. www.greenschool.org

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INTERNATIONAL RUN The Bali Hash House Harriers is a running club that meets on a weekly basis – one of over 1,000 Hash clubs existing in major cities in the world. On March 13, the Bali Hashers bid for the next Interhash—a bi-annual 3-day event where Hashers from around the world meet—to be held in Bali, and succeeded. The Bali Interhash 2016 is planned to take place in Sanur at the end of May and will host up to 5,000 participants from over 50 countries. There will be 16 different run sites around the Ubud area and Indonesia’s President in 2016 is expected to attend the event. Visit their website for more details on how to participate. www.interhash2016.com

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SEE&SEEN

TELL-ALL EVENING Ex-spy and bestselling author Valerie Plame was spotted at the Indus Restaurant in Ubud on April 17. Entertaining a large crowd of literature-lovers at the satellite event of the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival, Valerie electriﬁed the audience with her stories of tracking down nuclear arms dealers and going undercover in far-ﬂung countries. The event ended with a signing session of the writer’s latest spy novel, Blowback. www.ubudwritersfestival.com

SMILES ALL AROUND

LOCAL TALENT Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana held a launch on April 4 for their latest art exhibition in collaboration with young local photographer I Gede Lila Kantiana. Human interest stories are told through his vivid work, which will be displayed in the hotel lobby and corridors until July 4. www.pullmanbalilegiannirwana.com

CONCERT FOR ULUWATU On March 26, Project Clean Uluwatu held a beneﬁt concert at the Uluwatu Surf Villas with the famous Australian singer Xavier Rudd headlining. Over 600 fans and supporters attended the environmentally conscious event, which was able to raise over US$ 21,000. The beneﬁt concluded with an after party at Single Fin bar. www.projectcleanuluwatu.com 82

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ALL COURTESY PHOTOS BALI SPIRIT PHOTOS BY MATTHEW OLDFIELD FOR BSF

In their continuous effort to help less fortunate children in Bali and Lombok, Grand Hyatt Bali with The Smile Foundation held a fundraiser dinner on April 10 that successfully raised US$ 32,000. The funds will go towards children in need of surgery for facial deformities. Pictured is the hotel’s General Manager, Detlev Truernit, handing over the Hyatt Thrive check to Mary Northmore, founder of The Smile Foundation. www.bali.grand.hyatt.com

TOPPING OFF PT Bali Persada Nusantara held a topping off event for their brand new property in Jimbaran in early April. Bali Paragon will be a four-star Condotel boasting 369 Deluxe Rooms, eight Suites and two Presidential Suites with restaurants, a bar and lounge, a rooftop bar, swimming pools and a spa and ﬁtness center. www.baliparagon.com

JIMBARAN NIGHTS On April 12, American Idol 2010 winner Lee DeWyze was spotted at the grand launch of UNIQUE Rooftop Bar and Restaurant at Rimba Jimbaran Bali. The crooner charmed the 300-some invitees with his hit songs, while guests sampled UNIQUE’s new dinner menu, the Belvedere ice bar and Moët & Chandon Champagne. www.rimbajimbaran.com

THE SPIRIT OF BALI The 7th annual Bali Spirit Festival was held from March 19 – 23 in Ubud. This year’s “One World, One Stage” concert series featured a vibrant, diverse and uber-talented lineup performing spirituallycharged music from across the globe. Artists like Daphne Tse and Kauai Ohana Band opened the ﬁrst night of the event, followed by artists like Oka Creative and closed out by Xavier Rudd. www.balispiritfestival.com

CLASSY CROWD April 12 saw the glittering opening event of brand new nightlife hot spot JENJA in Seminyak. Located on the ground ﬂoor of the newly-built TS Suites Bali on Jalan Nakula, the event was attended by Bali’s glitterati and fashionable partygoers who danced to the pumping tunes spun by hot DJs such as DJ Mamsa. www.facebook.com/jenjabali

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Negara

JEMBRANA

Medewi

West Bali National Park

Pemuteran

Menjangan Island

Gilimanuk

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Nusa Dua

Candi Dasa

Nusa Lembongan Island

Semarapura

Nusa Penida Island

Nusa Ceningan Island

Tanjung Benoa

Sanur

Tenganan

Amlapura

Amed

Tulamben M. Agung

KARANGASEM

Besakih

Lake Batur

KLUNGKUNG GIANYAR

DENPASAR

Taman Ayun

BADUNG

Ubud

Bangli

BANGLI

M. Batur Kintamani Bedugul

Kerobokan Seminyak Legian NGURAH RAI Kuta Tuban INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Jimbaran Uluwatu

Canggu

Tanah Lot

Tabanan

TABANAN

M. Batukaru

Laker Buyan Lake Tamblingan Lake Bratan

BULELENG

Lovina

Singaraja

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Jl. Mertasari

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Kuta Sea View

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Czech Rep. Consulate

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SAKALA

Tao Bali

Melia Bali

The Laguna

The Bay

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Grand Hyatt Bali

Museum PasiďŹ ka

Bali Collection

Nusa Dua Beach Westin Resort

H H

Club Med Bali Kayumanis Nusa Dua

Art Market

Melia Benoa

The Royal Santrian

Conrad Bali

The Oasis

Aston Bali Resort

Grand Mirage

H Novotel Bali Benoa H The Bali Khama

Ina Putri Bali

Village Market

Clinic

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The St. Regis Bali Resort

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Jl. Raya Kerobokan

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Warisan Australian International School

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State Prison of Kerobokan

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Jl. Dewi Sita

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Ubud Palace

Jl. Jero

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Jl. Sugr

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INFOINDEX

AIRLINES

Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: (0361) 286-408 E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz

Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310 E-mail: rtc_bali@thaimail.com

■ AIRPORT OPERATOR Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ FRANCE

■ TIMOR LESTE

■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS

Jl. Mertasari Gg. II No. 8, Sanur Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: (0361) 286-406 E-mail: consul@dps.centrin.net.id

Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092 E-mail: cgtl@dpsbali.com

■ GERMANY

■ UNITED STATES

Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: (0361) 768-369

Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Batujimbar, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826 Email: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com

Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 233-605, Fax: (0361) 222-426 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id

■ ROYAL BRUNEI

■ HUNGARY

Tel: (0361) 757-292

Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net

Wisthi Sabha Building, 2nd Floor Ngurah Rai International Aiprort Call Centre: 0804-1-888888

■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA

■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 936-8388, Fax: (0361) 936-8383

HEALTH&MEDICAL

■ INDIA

■ GARUDA Jl. Jalan Sugianyar, 5 Denpasar

Jl. Raya Puputan 163, Renon - Denpasar Tel. (0361) 259-502/259-503 Fax.(0361) 259-505

Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807

■ ITALY

■ MERPATI Jl. Gatot Subroto Tengah, 26 Denpasar Tel: (0361) 411-364 Airport Tel: (0361) 9351-011, ext. 5240/5242 Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741

■ MANDALA AIRLINES Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar, Reservation Call center 08041234567

Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org

■ JAPAN Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066 E-mail: denpasar@dp.mofa.go.jp

■ MALAYSIA

Tel/Fax: (0361) 759-761

Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai Kuta Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373 E-mail: info@consulmalaysia-bali.com

■ THAI INTERNATIONAL

■ MEXICO

Grand Bali Beach Sanur, Tel: (0361) 288-141

PT Puri Astina Putra Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 223-266, Fax: (0361) 244-568 E-mail: consulmex@astinatravel.com

■ NGURAH RAI AIRPORT

■ QATAR AIRWAYS Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788 Wisti Sabha Building, 2nd Floor, Ngurah Rai International Aiprort, Tel: (0361) 760-274 Fax: (0361) 760-275

■ NETHERLANDS

■ ROYAL DANISH Sunset Road No. 89 Ruko Sunset Indah I Kav. 3 Tel: (0361) 821-6979, Fax: (0361) 7666-38 E-mail: danishconsbali@gmail.com

CLINIC&HOSPITAL 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515

■ SPAIN

■ BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua

Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804 E-mail: bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id

Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Tel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296 E-mail: espana_bali@blueline.net.id

■ BRAZIL

■ SWEDEN & FINLAND

Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005 E–mail: brazilconsul@bali.net

Segara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara Ayu Tel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211 E-mail: sweconsul@yahoo.com

24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre, Dialysis Centre, Dental Centre. Kawasan BTDC, Blok D, Nusa Dua 80363, Tel: (0361) 3000-911, Fax: (0361) 3001-150

■ CHILE

■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA

Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783 E-mail: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.com ■ CZECH REPUBLIC Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur.

Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No 12, Kuta Tel: (0361) 751-735, Fax: (0361) 754-457 E-mail: bali@honorarvertretung.ch

■ BRITAIN

(ARMA) Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229. Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm

■ ABIAN KAPAS Jl. Nusa Indah, East Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-176

■ ANTONIO BLANCO Ubud , Tel: (0361) 975-502, 975-551 open daily 8 am-5 pm

■ ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Pejeng, Tel: (0361) 942-352 Open 8 am - 3 pm weekdays

■ GEDONG KIRTYA HISTORICAL LIBRARY Tel: (0362) 25141, Jl. Veteran, Singaraja. Open 7am - 3pm Monday Thursday, until Fridaynoon, closed on weekends

■ GALLERY SENIWATI Jl. Ubud Raya, Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485

■ MUSEUM BALI Tel: (0361) 235-059, 222-680, Jl. Let. Kol Wisnu, Denpasar

■ MUSEUM LE MAYEUR Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur. Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday.

■ MUSEUM MANUSA YADNYA Mengwi, open daily, but often unattended

■ MUSEUM NEKA Tel: (0361) 975-074, 975-034, Jl. Raya Campuan, Ubud open daily 9 am - 5 pm.

Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com

■ MUSEUM RUDANA Tel: (0361) 975-779, 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud

■ MUSEUM SUBAK Tel: (0361) 810-315, Jl. Raya Kediri, Desa Sanggulan, Tabanan

■ BIMC Hospital Kuta ■ POLAND

Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477 E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com

■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au www.bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au

■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART

■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC

24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre for non-invasive and invasive cosmetic and aesthetic treatments. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 761-263, Fax: (0361) 767-701

CONSULATES

MUSEUMS

■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN

KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com

■ DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 40,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for International departure. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For “Bali Belly”, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics. Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic drinks under various brand names are widely available and are known to replenish body hydration and replace ﬂuids. For discomfort, diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy foods. Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe. Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun. Use high SPF sunblock and a hat. AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world. They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.

■ RUMAH SAKIT UMUM PUSAT SANGLAH (General Hospital): Jl. Diponegoro, Sanglah, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 227-911/15

Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C, Banjar Umasari, Kerobokan Tel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165 E-mail: consul@balipolandconsulate.com

■ SLOVAKIA

TOURIST INFO. ■ INTEGRATED TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361; Tel: (0361) 766-188

■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL

■ THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81,

■ SILOAM HOSPITALS 24-hour emergency 779-911 Jl. Sunset Road No. 818, Kuta, Badung, Bali Tel: +62-361-779-900 E-mail: info.bali@siloamhospitals.com

BALI&BEYOND MAY 2014

AIRPORT Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta Tel: (0361) 756-175/76 ■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222-387 ■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41

■ UBUD TOURIST INFORMATION SERVICE Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar Tel: (0361) 96-285, 973-285; 8 am - 9 pm

BALI&BEYOND MAY 2014