Bali & Beyond Magazine October 2013

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HERE WE ARE NOW, ENTERTAIN US ‘Om Swastiastu...’

What a busy month September has been! We’re eager to share with you all of the exciting things we’ve compiled for your October reading pleasure. From our coverage of the Bali Fashion Parade and Miss World 2013, to articles on chocolate making classes and high-adrenaline attractions at Asia’s favorite waterpark, we’ve got an assortment of places and activities that will entertain both the young and old.

Get your chocolate fix in LIFESTYLE & LEISURE, where we share our tour of the Pod Chocolate factory and the local cacao farms. For our readers who lean more towards the savory than sweet, we have a DINE & DELIGHTS article on two of our favorite English pubs where you can get your fill of Kilkenny and mouthwatering Sunday Roast.

For some entertainment from beyond the island, turn to BEYOND BALI to learn about the exciting ox races in Madura that are a huge part of the local culture. You can also turn to CAPITAL CORNER to learn about the dessert fads that have Jakarta’s food lovers in a frenzy!

We also hope you flip to this month’s FOTOFOLIO to see photos from our very own Bali Fashion Parade 2013. This one-night event, held in collaboration with Beachwalk, showcased everything from couture to casual wear from some of Bali’s best designers. This was our very first event in support of the local designers, and we are absolutely humbled by the positive feedback and really looking forward to holding next year’s Parade.

We hope you’re able to find something within the pages of this issue that strikes your fancy. This Entertainment Issue is dedicated to everyone who finds joy not only in exciting activities and fads, but also in life’s everyday pleasures.

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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CONTRIBUTORS

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1 Anggara Mahendra is a Balinese photographer based in Denpasar.

He is currently working on personal documentary projects related to cultural, social and environmental issues.

2 Dewi Irma has a wide range of interests from fashion, art, design, music and food, to traveling.

She dreams of having a cafe & bar of her own in the future.

3 Katie Truman waved goodbye to her native England ďŹ fteen years ago and has been living in Southeast Asia as a freelance writer ever since.

She contributes to numerous international publications on her two big loves, Vietnam and Indonesia.

4 Fadil Aziz is a travel photographer whose main passion is capturing the archipelago’s beauty. www.alcibbum-photography.com

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BALI & BEYOND General Manager

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Editor

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INVITE&INDULGE

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SALT OF THE EARTH

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CRAFT&CULTURE MASKED JOKER Our contributor goes behind the scenes to learn about the performance art “bondres”

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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE LITTLE PIECES OF HEAVEN

The Spa at Four Seasons Jimbaran's holistic solutions help to counteract positive ions

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SIGHTS&SOUNDS MOTIVATING MONTH Inspirational sound bites from events we attended in September

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REST&RELAXATION THE NEW TWIST The Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort has a fresh look and a market brunch that is perfect for Kuta

We take a fun crash course on chocolate making at Pod Chocolate

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ROARING GOOD TIME

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

Dining amongst the wild beasts at Tsavo Lion Restaurant

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT JAZZY TIMES Interview with Anom Darsana, co-founder and organizer of the Ubud Village Jazz Festival

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PONDERINGPOINT OUT IN THE OPEN Thoughts on Dhyana Pura Street and the alternative atmosphere it offers

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

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

88 BALIMAPS

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FOTOFOLIO HAUTE BALI

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

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

DINE&DELIGHTS

Two of our favorite pubs on the island

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Some of our favorite looks captured at the Bali Fashion Parade 2013, held at BALI&BEYOND OCTOBER 2013 14 Beachwalk Bali

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

94 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses

FIRST COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF GRACIE KELLY’S AT BALI DYNASTY RESORT SECOND COLUMN BY MATTHEW OLDFIELD, THIRD COLUMN COURTESY OF BVLGARI

COVER Courtesy of PIPILTIN COCOA (Jakarta)

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Speed down a waterslide or ямВoat lazily down the river at Waterbom Bali

CAPITALCORNER SWEET TOOTH The latest trends in Jakarta's desserts scene

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TOP PHOTO COURTESY OF WATERBOM BALI BOTTOM PHOTO COURTESY OF MIKA BISTRO

OFF TO THE RACES Learn about Madura's iconic ox races that culminate with a championship in October

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PRIMEPROMOTION

INHALE AND HOLD! From October 26 to November 2 One Breath Jamboree will hold its first-ever Indonesian Freediving Competition in Tulamben. The event will attract the world’s top freedivers such as Sara Campbell from the UK (former world champion), Ryuzo Shinomiya (Japanese champion) and many more. The seven-day event will include workshops lead by the champions, daily yoga sessions, freediving training sessions and fun dives for beginners. Take advantage of this unique weeklong event for just US$ 300 per person. www.onebreathjamboree.com

GOLDEN CRAB If you’re in the mood for Chinese cuisine, then you better make your way over to the Golden Lotus Restaurant. They’re offering their exclusive selection of soft shell crab dishes until the end of October, and each crab is beautifully fried to a light crisp! Prepared with their secret sauce recipes (Golden Sand, Sweet & Sour and Thai), your family and friends will love this, and treating them will only set you back Rp. 85,000 (net).

Golden Lotus at Bali Dynasty Resort Jalan Kartika, South Kuta (0361) 752-403 www.balidynasty.com

DAILY DEALS Portabello Bistro at Fontana Hotel Bali has daily meal promotions to fit every mood – from their ‘Buy 3 get 5 bottles of beer on Mondays’, ‘Buy 2 get 3 pizzas on Wednesdays’, to their ‘Tweet for your Sweet’ dessert daily and weekend specials as well. Boasting a central location and walls decorated with vintage Italian collectibles, it’s definitely worth a visit.

Portabello Bistro at Fontana Hotel Bali Jalan Dewi Sri No. 68, Kuta (0361) 894-7100, www.fontanahotelbali.com

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special on Fridays. Don’t forget to check out their other

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STAR FACIAL Head to W Bali’s AWAY Spa anytime between October 5 and 11 to experience their exclusive ‘five-star facial’ by the extraordinary Su-Man. Facialist to A-list stars such as Anne Hathaway, Frieda Pinto and Juliette Binoche, she will offer up her signature 60-minute shiatsu and Pilates inspired facial massage, which is reported to have non-surgical face lifting effects. At US$ 150++ per person, this is an exclusive treatment that you really should not miss. There will be only five treatments per day, so book yours now!

AWAY Spa at W Bali Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak (0361) 473-8106, www.wretreatbali.com

CELEBRATE LIFE On December 27 and 28 the Green School Bali will hold their Soulshine Festival – a music and environmental festival dedicated to sustainability in Bali.

Musician, poet and social activist Michael Franti will be performing on the main stage, and the festival will also feature speakers, films, morning yoga, an eco kid’s zone and numerous other fun-filled activities. Funds raised during the festival will benefit the Bumi Sehat birthing clinics as well as the Green School’s scholarship fund, which provides free education for Indonesian children. Ticket prices vary for children and adults; visit their website and get yours now! www.soulshinefestival.com

IDEAL FOR U U Paasha Seminyak is offering an exclusive 20% discount on their best rates, available when you book online directly through their website. On top of that, the hotel is throwing in free airport transfers for two-night bookings or more. This special promo will run until new accommodation in the middle of lively Seminyak.

U Paasha Seminyak Bali Jalan Laksmana No. 77, Seminyak (0361) 846-5977 www.upaashaseminyak.com

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December 20, a great deal for this hip

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NEW&NEWS

ALL THAT SPARKLES Bulgari’s Fall-Winter ‘13 women’s accessories are now available at the Bulgari Boutique in Bali. Their collection of luxury bags are really to die for, such as their Isabella Rossellini bags that have been updated with stylized graphics inspired by ancient Rome. The Serpenti line with its snake motif polychrome enamel is both mysterious and iconic, and their new line of Bulgari Lipstick clutches – available in an explosive mix of colors and exotic materials – have the kind of simple elegance that can perfectly complement your wardrobe.

Bvlgari Hotels & Resort Bali Jalan Goa Lempeh, Uluwatu (0361) 847-1000, www.bulgarihotels.com

NEW HANGOUT An exciting new addition to Petitenget’s vibrant scene is Charlie Bar & Kitchen – a mansion-inspired venue offering an eclectic atmosphere reflective of its namesake owner. With a café and bakery on the ground floor, the main dining area with bar and lounge above it, and a VIP balcony overlooking the main bar, you’ll find plenty of cozy nooks that are perfect for get-togethers. Savor their “everyday gastronomy” from Executive Chef Meidy Zuhri and sip on cocktails from mixologist Carson Quinn (no sugar added!) whilst being entertained by some of the best DJs and live acts on the island.

Charlie Bar & Kitchen

KUTA SPOT

Jalan Petitenget No. 5, Seminyak

Located at the Grand Inna Kuta Hotel,

www.charliebali.com

Head Quarters Restaurant & Lounge has the perfect space for your downtime under the sun. Enjoy the bar’s signature cocktails and wines while sunbathing or taking a dip in their pool. Better yet, head up to the rooftop where you get to see the beautiful Kuta Beach coastline and Bali’s enchanting sunset. Their restaurant offers brunch, lunch,

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dinner and late night selections of Japanese, Western, and Indonesian cuisine.

HQ Restaurant & Lounge at Grand Inna Kuta Hotel Jalan Pantai Kuta No. 1, Kuta www.hq.grandinna.com

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NEW&NEWS

SWEET MELODY Your dining experience at Jemme just got even chicer and more romantic! A beautiful baby grand piano is now a permanent fixture at Jemme Dining on Petitenget Street, where their resident pianist plays a mix of jazz, pop and classical melodies during evening mealtimes.

You can enjoy the live piano sessions on weekdays while indulging in the restaurant’s two-for-one cocktails, or on weekends with their mouthwatering roast.

Jemme Dining Jalan Petitenget No. 28, Seminyak (0361) 473-2392, www.jemmebali.com

SPOILED FOR CHOICE In celebration of their first anniversary, Think Pink Nails has some super exciting new developments to announce. Marc Jacobs, Givenchy, Clinique, Nails Inc and Anna Sui nail lacquers have been added to their lineup of premium nail polish, which means there are now over 1,000 colors to choose from. In addition, the salon is selling Kate Spade bags (with every purchase of a bag you will receive a complimentary mani-pedi) and will soon offer Keratin Express Blowouts and Biotherm body treatments. Seriously, how much more spoiled can we get?

Think Pink Nails

HOLIDAY PORTAL

Jalan Batu Belig No. 108, Seminyak (0361) 918-8116

Starwood has recently launched a portal website for all its

www.thinkpinknails.com

hotels and resorts in Indonesia – the company’s first ever destination website in South East Asia. The website provides experience at each of the 14 Starwood hotel brands across the nation such as the Sheraton, Westin, Le Meridien, St. Regis, W, and Luxury Collections. It is all the more convenient for you to plan your stay on the island of the gods or the surrounding islands. www.starwoodhotelsindonesia.com

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CRAFT&CULTURE

MASKED JOKER

IMAGINE STANDING ON A STAGE WITHOUT ANY SCRIPT, WITH HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE’S EYES FIXED ON YOU AS THEY WAIT TO HEAR YOUR JOKES. WELCOME TO BONDRES!

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t requires special skills to master

household problems, education, the

the Balinese performance art

economy, religion and politics.

of ‘bondres’. Performers are

In bondres, the discussion of these

expected to have the ability to

topics is done in the form of witty

dance, act, sing and play a

jokes. It can be said that bondres

Balinese musical instrument called

serves to balance out the seriousness

the tabuh. On top of this they need

of what is being discussed. Bondres

to be able to spontaneously come

has become an integral part of

up with hilarious jokes that can get

Calonarang performances as well as

audiences not only laughing but

the Topeng Pajegan Dance, Panca

also thinking about the issues being

Dance and Prembon Dance.

discussed in the skits.

Unlike other Balinese dances,

‘Bondres’ literally means jokes

bondres does not require fixed or

made by Balinese masked dancers

special movements. Performers are

when they perform on stage. The

free to express themselves as they

word can also be used to refer to the

wish, which includes making their

funny types of Balinese masks used

own masks to suit their characters.

during comedic performances.

EVERYDAY PEOPLE

Each mask is very personal, so

“All funny characters can be called

although you’ll notice similarities,

bondres,” said I Nyoman Catra, a

performers will never have the same

lecturer at the Indonesian Institute of

mask. Some players like to use

Arts (ISI) Denpasar. He explained

masks with strange or exaggerated

that bondres characters are like

facial features (buck teeth, for

ordinary people with their daily

example) to amuse the audience,

routines. They discuss a variety

while others prefer more realistic

of topics such as personal and

depictions of the human face so

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they can perform both serious and

nose only. The process of making

into the meaning of the dance). In

humorous characters.

bondres masks is not as complicated

addition to the mask, another factor

or sacred as the process for making

contributing to the success of the

POWER OF THE MASK

Rangda or Barong masks, but it still

bondres performance is the situation,

There are three types of bondres

requires an auspicious day.

condition and time, known as the

masks, namely the type that covers

Each mask is said to be filled

concept of “desa, kala, patra” in

the entire face, the type that shows

with a special energy to help the

the performer’s mouth, and the

pregina (dancer) achieve taksu (an

“When we perform bondres,

type that covers the forehead and

inner energy that draws audiences

we are not only entertaining the

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Balinese-Hindu philosophy.

THERE ARE THREE TYPES OF BONDRES MASKS, NAMELY THE TYPE THAT COVERS THE ENTIRE FACE, THE TYPE THAT SHOWS THE PERFORMER’S MOUTH, AND THE TYPE THAT COVERS THE FOREHEAD AND NOSE ONLY. audience, but also the ancestors and gods who guard the area where

bondres players make.

But the amount of laughter

the dance is performed. That is why

coming from the audience is not

before the performance we always

the primary measure of the success.

pray and hope for the play to go

Dirty, vulgar or even insulting words

well,” explained Catra, who has

exchanged between performers

performed bondres since 1978.

may make audiences crack up but

I Nyoman Catra, lecturer at ISI

MORAL MEMOS

being successful. Nyoman Catra

In the performances, generally

emphasized the importance of

bondres players use the Balinese

inserting moral messages so that

language interspersed with

audiences can learn and have

Indonesian, English and other

something to ruminate on later.

foreign languages. Although the

These messages must be conveyed

audience sometimes does not

in a way that is not patronizing,

understand the exact meaning, they

in order to make them easier to

still enjoy the facial expressions,

accept.

body language and sounds that the

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PHOTOS BY ANGGARA MAHENDRA

it can also prevent the play from

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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE

LITTLE PIECES OF HEAVEN HEAD TO POD CHOCOLATE FACTORY & CAFÉ TO SEE THE TRANSFORMATION OF ORGANIC COCOA PODS INTO DELICIOUS CHOCOLATE. YOU CAN EVEN MAKE YOUR OWN BATCH!

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rown and crafted

Nut Pod Bites to East Bali Sea Salt

right in the heart

Caramel Pralines, perusing their

products being sold at shops like

of Bali, Pod

creations will make you feel like a

Dijon (near Simpang Dewaruci),

Chocolate offers

kid in a candy shop all over again.

Grocer & Grind or Bintang

some to-die-for

As for the flavors… well, let’s just

Supermarket, and wondered about

chocolaty temptations. From 64%

say it will take a lot of self-restraint to

the logo on their packaging. It pays

Peppermint Dark Chocolate Bars to

not plough through your entire bag

homage to the origin of chocolate –

Roasted Almond and Macadamia

of goodies in one sitting!

the cocoa pod – and after seeing the

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You may have noticed their

Chocolate Making Highlights After the conching process, the dark chocolate is turned into hot liquid form.

It’s poured onto a granite slab for tempering.

The chocolate is tempered by performing repeated movements of spreading and mixing until it reaches the desired temperature and texture.

After the chocolate is tempered, it is ready to be put into the mold. Pictured here: our Editor uses a piping bag to fill the tray.

fascinating fruit with our own eyes, we are honestly surprised that no other chocolatier in the world had thought to use this name and logo.

It was during our visit to Pod

You can decorate your chocolate with a wide selection of nuts, dried fruit and sprinkles. We loved the dried cranberries and roasted almonds.

Chocolate Factory & Café last month that we first saw this fruit, hanging from the trunks and branches of cocoa trees in the serene village of Carang Sari.

The combinations are entirely up to you! Sprinkle toppings randomly, go for a specific fruit and nut combo or fill the majority of the tray with your no.1 favorite topping only.

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Due to its location, tours of Pod

The Pod Chocolate ‘Fun Factory

excitedly packed up our gear and

Chocolate can be combined with

Tour & Chocolate Making’ gives you

embarked on the two hour journey

elephant trekking and white water

insight into the chocolate making

from our office in Kuta to the lush

rafting for a full day’s worth of fun

process. Starting out as a delicate

grounds of the Bali Elephant Camp

activities. However, we elected to

cacao flower and later on growing

& Ayung River Rafting.

focus specifically on the chocolate.

into fruit that is harvested, fermented and dried in the sun, you can see the beginnings of chocolate with your own eyes. You’ll also learn how Pod Chocolate is supporting local organic farms.

The cocoa pod is truly intriguing.

You can eat the white meat of the fruit, which has a texture and flavor reminiscent of soursop. Pod Chocolate co-founder Toby (who has lived in Bali for over a decade) admitted that it was this amazing fruit that compelled him to get into the chocolate making business.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF POD CHOCOLATE FOOD SHOTS BY ARIKO AHMAD

of chocolatier Toby Garritt, we

A chocolate-drizzled Pizza Margherita

of opportunities to taste things, and

nibs mixed into it. The result? An

making your own ‘herd’ of chocolate

enhanced flavor for the first two

elephants. Lunch is optional at the

dishes and an interesting crunchy

café and is well worth trying.

texture added to the latter.

CREATIVE CAFÉ

SPOTTED: COLLABORATIONS

The alfresco café sits right outside of the factory, so you can watch the

Lately we’ve noticed Pod Chocolate

chocolate makers at work through

making appearances all over

the large windows. It is a quiet

Bali – from the dessert menu of Fire

and pleasant place to relax, with

at the W Resort & Spa Bali to the

cushioned stools and an assortment

recent grand opening of Salt Tapas

of magazines to flip through.

restaurant at the Sentosa Seminyak (there were bite-sized Pod Chocolate churros!). It looks like the restaurants on the island are catching on to the

He has worked hand-in-hand with

scent of Pod’s chocolaty delights,

local communities to make sure

and we imagine a great many more

the farmers have the knowledge to

delicious collaborations are on the

produce high-quality beans that can

horizon for this stellar chocolate

go for premium prices.

brand.

By Mutia Adisoma

After seeing how the cocoa pods are grown and harvested, you’ll get to see the grinding and conching

Pod Chocolate Factory & Café

processes, as well as tempering on

Jalan Tukad Ayung, Carang Sari

a granite slab (see our diagram on

(0361) 837-0888

page 31).

www.podchocolate.com

The tour also includes the chance to make your own chocolate, and being at the Bali Elephant Camp,

Occasionally you will hear the

what better shape to make than an

happy trumpeting of elephants in

elephant? Create your own delicious

the distance.

‘herd’ of chocolate elephants and be

This café really surprised us with

prepared to get messy! Aside from

their innovative food combinations.

your chocolate creations, you’ll also

Ordering the Margherita Pizza,

get to take home a Certificate of

Spaghetti Bolognaise and a plate

Chocolatiership.

of Nasi Goreng, we weren’t quite

The tour is held twice daily and

sure how chocolate would fit into the

is a great value at US$ 45 for

picture. To our surprise, the pizza

adults and US$ 35 for children.

and pasta came out with a generous

This includes hotel transfers, a

drizzling of chocolate on top while

chocolate-shot welcome drink, lots

the fried rice came out with cacao

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DINE&DELIGHTS

HAVE AN INTIMATE DINNER WITH WILD BEASTS AND MAKE A FEW NEW FURRY FRIENDS WHILE YOU ARE AT IT!

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guests have front-row seats to the

Park was named

Safari Park’s lions and lionesses and

Indonesia’s Leading

can watch the activities of these wild

Theme Park at the

beasts in a nocturnal setting.

Indonesia Travel &

Tourism Awards 2012/13, and for

OUT OF AFRICA

good reason. This expansive park

Walking into Tsavo, you will notice

is home to hundreds of animals and

high ceilings and African melodies in

there are various ways that visitors

the background. Candlelight flickers

can interact with the animals. One

on the tabletops and the placemats

example is their ‘Night Safari’,

look as though they’ve been

which we shared with our readers

constructed out of twigs. You get

in our April edition.

the feeling of ‘safari’ straight away,

In this edition, we return to the Safari Park to experience dinner at Tsavo Lion Restaurant, where

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especially after reading the story behind the name ‘Tsavo’.

Displayed near the faux fireplace,

PHOTOS COURTESY OF BALI SAFARI & MARINE PARK

A ROARING GOOD TIME

he Bali Safari & Marine

the story tells of the process of

The Parcel Sirloin

building the Kenya-Uganda Railway in 1898. Two mane-less male lions from the Tsavo River in Kenya dragged railroad builders and workers out of their tents in the middle of the night and devoured them. To end this, the lions unfortunately had to be hunted down and shot.

Guests of Tsavo Lion Restaurant need not worry about getting devoured because the protection of glass windows. A man-made stream also stands between the windows and the lions’ stomping grounds. All the diners need to worry about is devouring the meal ahead of them!

but of course the ones that go first are the ones near the floor-to-ceiling

DINNER VIEW

windows. From these tables guests

There area plenty of tables at Tsavo,

have a direct view of the lions perched on rocks or wandering around the path where the Night Safari vehicle goes by every half hour or so.

From where I sat, I could see a pretty lioness looking intently at every passing Night Safari group.

With the sound of bells she was on her feet, almost as if it she wanted to personally greet them. However, she did not seem very interested in the meaty treats that the handlers offered through the bars of the specially designed vehicle.

Unlike a petting zoo, it is not safe to touch or take photos with the lions and lionesses at the Safari Park. Guests must make sure to keep their hands in the vehicle at

Betutu Chicken

all times. Although the beasts are

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JUST AS I WAS ABOUT TO LEAVE THE RESTAURANT I HEARD A ROAR, LOUD AND CLEAR. IT SENT SHIVERS UP MY SPINE, AS I WAS SUDDENLY MADE AWARE OF THE STRENGTH OF THESE WILD BEASTS.

dangerous, I could tell that they were

served in a generously sized bowl

when you get a bit of everything in

well acquainted with their handlers

and was a nice prelude to the entrée

with each bite of sirloin.

because the pretty lioness I was

that was soon to follow.

watching would sometimes come up

The ‘Meze’ entrée came with

If you’re wondering about how your children will manage with

to them specifically and linger, as if

smoked salmon and delicious

something like a rolled-up parcel

saying hello.

grilled mussel with tomato and

sirloin, fear not. A kid’s menu is

ragout cheese. Then I chose the

also available, featuring easy-to-eat

totally oblivious to the vehicles full of

parcel sirloin with bordelaise,

favorites such as chicken nuggets,

eager visitors that passed every so

mayo wasabi, tomato, avocado

potato gnocchi with cream sauce,

often.

mayonnaise, grilled shimeji and

mini-burgers, and sides of steamed

button mushrooms. This menu item

vegetables or French fries.

Another lioness slept soundly,

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

has a lovely plate presentation also

I started out with a bowl of pumpkin

happens to be a winner at the Bali

SPECIAL SURPRISES

soup served with almond flakes

Salon Culiner 2012. The sirloin was

Just as I was about to leave the

and a bit of truffle oil (I was craving

wrapped around asparagus and

restaurant I heard a roar, loud

something warm and hearty). It was

stood upright. This dish tastes best

and clear. At first I thought this

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might be a recording (to add to the ambience), but it was in fact a

DEFINITELY A MUST!

real roar coming from a real lion. It sent shivers up my spine, as I was

1. Playing with Missy the Binturong

suddenly made aware of the strength

When we visited, she was barely

of these wild beasts. I’m sure some

8 months old. The adorable little

other guests felt the same split-

fur ball climbs on shoulders and

second rush as I did.

nibbles curiously at hair – the cutest

Don’t forget to make a quick

distraction while you wait for your

stop at the restroom of Tsavo Lion

food to come out (head to the front

Restaurant before you leave. Near

lobby to find her and her handler).

the sinks and mirrors you’ll find something really special – a window

2. Watching the porcupines play tag

that allows you to safely get up close

Who knew porcupines were so

and personal with the lions.

playful, and could run so fast!

By Regina Indraswari

We were practically nose-to-glass, watching in amazement as they

Tsavo Lion Restaurant

zipped around and on top of the

at Bali Safari & Marine Park

boulders in their pen, their prickly

Jalan Ida Bagus Mantra

backsides wiggling as they ran.

Km. 19.8, Gianyar (0361) 751-300

3. The live dessert show

www.balisafarimarinepark.com

The banana flambé is a lovely way to end to your meal. The chef will come out and cook your dessert on the spot, complete with flames and pizazz!

4. Hopping on a Night Safari vehicle This can be done before or after your dinner. Make sure to make reservations in advance.

5. Browsing the cute merchandise Looking for a meerkat keychain or an orangutan stuffed animal?

They’ve got you covered. We admit that we were really tempted to bring back a pair of giraffe ears ourselves.

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DINE&DELIGHTS

WATERING HOLES PUBS, FORMALLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC HOUSES, OFFER A RELAXED ATMOSPHERE WHEN IT COMES TO WATERING HOLES. HERE ARE TWO OF OUR FAVORITES ON THE ISLAND.

cozy and airy English pub takes the

Wednesday. What I particularly like

where pubs are very

gastro-pub concept and combines

about this homey pub is their warm

much embedded in

it with Bali’s laidback lifestyle,

and welcoming service as well as

the culture, I learned

offering its patrons a simple pubbing

their selection of pub nosh.

to love them (so

atmosphere. Open for about a

One of my favorite items in the

much so that I ended up visiting

year and a half now, this pub has

menu is The Plumbers Arms Famous

them every chance that I got). To me,

become a place of choice for many

Ploughman’s Lunch, served cold with

a pub is more than just a place to

expats and some locals in the area

cheddar, gorgonzola, roast ham, a

drink; it is a place where members

to catch up with each other.

range of homemade pickles, crusty

of the community can gather to catch

It’s divided into three areas; a

bread and full cream butter. Pair this

up with each other. And perhaps

canopied outdoor seating area in

meal with a cold pint of on-tap brew

more importantly, it is a place where

the front, a bar area with a big

like Heineken, Guinness or Kilkenny.

one can enjoy a pint in the afternoon

flat screen TV indoors, and a beer

without any judgment!

garden out back with a louvered

fantastic Sunday Roast. This iconic

roof. The Plumbers Arms often holds

English meal is only available

THE PLUMBERS ARMS

gatherings to watch live sports

on Sundays starting from 1 pm.

Located in the Kerobokan area, this

programs and has a pub quiz every

The meal is served hot with your

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Another favorite of mine is the

PHOTOS THIS PAGE COURTESY OF THE PLUMBERS ARMS OPPOSITE PAGE COURTESY OF BALI DYNASTY RESORT

H

aving lived in the UK

selection of succulent roast meat and

GRACIE KELLY’S

potatoes and melted mozzarella,

loaded with vegetables, mashed

Sitting within the grounds of the

and served hot with plenty of greens

potatoes, savory roast pumpkin,

family-friendly Bali Dynasty Resort

to balance out the sinfully delicious

homemade Yorkshire pudding and

in Kuta, this watering hole offers an

pie. A more extravagant option is

gravy. Don’t forget to ask for the

authentic and classic Irish cottage

Gracie’s Hot Stone – your choice of

English mustard and horseradish

pub atmosphere with dark wooden

grilled rib-eye, lamb or marinated

sauce to add that extra kick to your

panels, plush armchairs and stained

pork set on a very hot lava stone

Sunday Roast.

glass windows. Frequented mostly by

and served with grilled vegetables,

foreigners living on the island and

your choice of potatoes and two

delivery service for everything on

visitors of the hotel, the pub lends

kinds of mouthwatering sauces.

the menu, including items on their

feelings of warmth and familiarity

drink list like champagnes, wines,

when you walk in.

The Plumbers Arms offers free

ciders and beer on tap. Orders for

As for the tipples, Gracie Kelly’s recently acquired the iconic Kilkenny

Live bands perform every night,

red Irish beer. Pair a pint with

draught brews will come in a three-

but that is not the only kind of

your meal and take the experience

pint glass bottle for which you need

entertainment there. There are also

of being at a real Irish pub even

to deposit Rp. 66,000 (refundable).

two medium-sized pool tables and

further. The pub often plays Irish

But honestly, nothing beats the

a dartboard for you to use to your

folk music in the background; for

experience of having a pub meal

heart’s content, as well as a working

a moment you might even forget

with a cold pint right in the pub

vintage jukebox playing catchy

you’re in Bali.

itself.

tunes.

By Miko Harada

For your lunch at Gracie Kelly’s, I The Plumbers Arms

would suggest the Cheesy Shepherds

Gracie Kelly’s

Jalan Raya Anyar No. 8, Kerobokan

Pie, which is moreish minced

Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta

(0361) 744-9132

lamb cooked in gravy with green

(0361) 765-700

www.theplumbersarms.com

peas, topped with creamy mashed

www.balidynasty.com

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

FOR THE LOVE OF JAZZ ANOM DARSANA SHARES HIS THOUGHTS ON JAZZ AND SUPPORTING THE LOCAL MUSIC SCENE.

BB: If you could have any jazz legend play at the next UVJF, who would it be?

AD: Keith Jarrett BB: You’ve worked as a sound engineer for many years, including 14 years in Switzerland. Who has been the most exciting artist to work

Bali & Beyond (BB): What

AD: We didn’t really meet any

with and who would you like to work

motivated you to organize the Ubud

big obstacles in preparing for

with in the future?

Village Jazz Festival?

UVJF, as our team started to organize everything one year prior.

AD: There are so many great jazz

Anom Darsana (AD): I used

Also, my experience working in

musicians here in Bali; I’ve worked

to have an art center in Denpasar

international festivals like the Bali

with Yuri Mahatma, Rio Sidik

called Serambi Arts Antida

Spirit Festival, Ubud Writer’s Festival

Quartet, Ito Kurdhi, Astrid Sulaiman,

where a lot of local artists and

and various festivals in Switzerland

and Balawan. As for international

people from the music community

helped me a lot in organizing this

artists, I’ve had the opportunity

gathered. I held a monthly Jazz

event.

to work with Diana Krall, but that

Rendezvous there with the help of

wasn’t in Bali, it was in Geneva.

one of Bali’s prominent Jazz artists,

BB: We hear that lots of jazz

In the future I’d like to engineer

Yuri Mahatma. After the center

performers come to Indonesia to

the sound for Erik Truffaz from

closed down, Yuri and I decided

perform (whether at Java Jazz

Switzerland.

we wanted to continue the Jazz

Festival or other festivals) and fall

Rendezvous and Ubud felt like the

in love with the crowd. What is it

BB: Any thoughts on the live music

perfect place for it. That’s how the

about jazz lovers here that you think

scene in Bali?

Ubud Village Jazz Festival (UVJF)

resonates with them?

came to be.

AD: I think there are some factors

in the live music scene in Bali and

BB: Tell us about the demographic

aside from the enthusiastic crowd

very few places where music and

of UVJF?

that make jazz performers from

art communities can gather and

outside Indonesia fall in love, for

be creative without being hassled

AD: Our first ever UVJF was held

example, the Indonesian atmosphere

by expensive costs. This is why I

in July 2013 and was a big success

is so different to Europe and other

recently opened a new art center

despite the rather unfavorable

western countries. Many artists that

called Antida Sound Garden. The

weather. About 1,500 people of all

performed at UVJF were dazzled

idea behind opening up this venue

ages came to the event. So really,

by Ubud as well as the warm and

is to accommodate local artists and

this festival is for all music lovers.

welcoming people. There were even

musicians so that they can develop

some who didn’t want to go back

their creativity freely. There are so

BB: What was the hardest thing

home because of how much they

many talented musicians here that

about preparing for the first UVJF?

loved it.

need space to show their art.

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AD: I think there’s a severe lacking

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INVITE&INDULGE

SALT OF THE EARTH MANY TREATMENTS PROMISE TO REJUVENATE AND PAMPER, BUT THOSE AT THE FOUR SEASONS RESORT BALI GO WAY DEEPER, LITERALLY OFFERING FAR-REACHING HOLISTIC SOLUTIONS TO MODERN-DAY LIFE.

W

e’re all

counterbalance this modern-life

guilty of

phenomenon, pointing them in the

spending

right direction for long-term wellness

too much

and a holistically healthier lifestyle.

time on

Ms. Norman is in fact the force

our laptops, smart phones, iPads

behind this pioneering concept at the

and other electrical gadgets. And

award-winning Spa at Four Seasons

while doing so, we actually absorb

Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay.

electrical frequencies and bio-

The holistic-oriented menu focuses

magnetic smog that produce positive

on the healing and cleansing

ions (which are in fact anything but

powers of water, restoring healthy

positive).

negative ions that bring balance

Our bodies are made up of

to emotions and increase energy

positive and negative (good) ions,

and vitality levels. Select signature

but overexposure to positive ions –

treatments are designed to balance

which also include omnipresent WiFi

the personal magnetic field by

frequency waves and pollutants –

using water combined with salt

can affect our body’s bio-magnetic

and crystals – all renowned for

balance. Positive ions also drain our

producing abundant negative ions,

energy levels, making us feel tired,

while cleansing and detoxing.

lethargic and even depressed. And that’s only just what we know about.

Briton Helen Norman, the Director

The luxurious Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay is actually therapeutic enough in itself, with

of Spa’s for both Four Seasons

its stone-clad thatched roof villas in

resorts in Bali, is a huge advocate

traditional Balinese style terraced

of educating people how best to

into the Jimbaran Bay hills among

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THE HOLISTICORIENTED MENU FOCUSES ON THE HEALING AND CLEANSING POWERS OF WATER, RESTORING HEALTHY NEGATIVE IONS THAT BRING BALANCE TO EMOTIONS AND INCREASE ENERGY AND VITALITY LEVELS.

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from ILA, a socially responsible

the nervous system,” explains Ms.

gardens. “Our resort’s ocean-edge

British brand incorporating

Norman. After hours spent every day

garden location is rich in negative

sustainable and pure organic

on my laptop, this treatment has my

ions,” declares Ms. Norman.

ingredients sourced from remote

name all over it.

Armed with the Four Seasons’

indigenous localities.

brand of excellence, their divine

Freshly attired in a sky-blue cotton kimono, my therapist leads me off to the aptly-named Royal Suite, the

with eight spacious Balinese

GET ON THE RIGHT FREQUENCY

courtyard-style treatment rooms

One of the Spa’s finest signature

wooden doors and into the private

and indulgent changing rooms

treatments for zapping positive

sanctuary of a white stone courtyard

providing complimentary pre- and

ions is their “Biorhythm: Restoring

dotted with potted plants, Balinese

post-treatment outdoor hot and cold

Waters” – a blissful two and a

statues and bougainvillea, and the

plunge pools, an indoor sauna

half hours. “The natural flow of the

adjoining indoor treatment suite with

and steam room, and thoughtful

body’s biorhythm is closely linked

en-suite facilities.

bathroom amenities. The Spa is

to the body’s magnetic energy field,

also committed to a chemical-free

and this treatment restores the body’s

body scrub – a choice of detoxifying

environment and uses spa products

natural biorhythm, deeply relaxing

and energizing or blissful for

spa facility is equally soothing,

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Spa’s premier room, through narrow

The proceedings start with a salt

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE FOUR SEASONS RESORT JIMBARAN

exquisite cliff-top landscaped

Kundalini massage helps to balance, strengthen and stimulate the nervous system, combining Argan oil from Morocco – the most beneficial, purest and organic of oils, blended with rose and geranium – and warmed poultices filled with Himalayan salts.

Some of the poultices contain a small rose quartz stone, which are individually placed on the body’s seven chakras. Similar to salt and water, crystals also emit healing negative ions that cleanse and detoxify. When crystals are warmed or used with salt, they provide positive effects to human energy and emotions; rose quartz is the Mother of all crystals as it’s the stone of love, the Chakra heart stone, and radiates good energy frequencies!

This sublime spa session was rounded-off with an Ayurvedic marma face massage, which stimulates the marma points and removes blockages, followed by a post-treatment chill in the soothing and relaxing. Both local

which contains a high level of

Spa’s “Quiet Room.” An after-

sea salts and salt sourced from an

minerals in ion form that when they

care card with additional lifestyle

ancient ocean in the Himalayan

become warm emit large amounts

recommendations completes this

Mountains are used. When warmed

of negative ions, thereby charging

educational and holistic journey.

by friction, the 250-million-year-

and restoring the bio-magnetic

old Himalayan salts emit negative

energy field. Encased in this muddy

know I will leave with far more than

ions, which have an uplifting

concoction, I slip into a soothing

beautifully moisturized and fragrant

and strengthening effect on the

floral bath in a stone bathtub in

skin and an insanely relaxed mind

body’s bio-energy field as well as

the sunshine-filled courtyard. While

and body – and the only time it’s

cleanse the astral body and reduce

sipping on ginger and lime tea, the

good to be negative!

pollutants. On a physical level,

bath seals in all these health-giving

By Katie Truman

both scrubs exfoliate the skin and

properties, and then a sensuous

brighten the skin’s tone and texture,

shower in the outdoor stone

Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali

plus assist in health issues such as

shower – the ultimate cleanser,

at Jimbaran Bay

asthma and eczema.

water in motion, producing more of

Jimbaran, South Kuta

those lovely negative ions.

(0361) 701-010

A rich clay mask is then applied over the scrub for maximum affect,

This is the one treatment where I

Back in the treatment room, my

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www.fourseasons.com/jimbaranbay

SIGHTS&SOUNDS

We had the opportunity to attend some intriguing events in September, and some of the speakers’ words really stuck with us. Below we share some sound bites in hopes that they provide you with some inspiration, as they’ve done for us.

FORBES GLOBAL CEO CONFERENCE 2013 Why failure can be a good thing…

When the going gets tough...

On mentoring new leaders…

“Silicon Valley is unique not

“The best policies emerge in

“Turbulent times lead to

“The definition of leadership is

because of smart people, but

times of crisis.”

opportunities. I love bad

helping the next generation to

because there is permission

– Mari Elka Pangestu,

times! If you’re not brave,

do new innovation. Knowing

to fail. Nobody is penalized.

Minister of Tourism and

don’t be in business.

when to leave is a critical part

You learn, you adapt, but

Creative Economy, Republic of

Be willing to be a loser.”

of leadership.”

don’t make the same mistake

Indonesia

– Ronnie Chan, Chairman of

– Judith Rodin, President of the

Hang Lung Properties Ltd.

Rockefeller Foundation

twice.”

– John Sculley, Managing Partner of InflexionPoint and Executive Chairman of Pivot AC

MISS WORLD 2013 PRESS CONFERENCE Uniting women from 129 countries...

On Indonesia’s competence...

Benefits of hosting Miss World 2013...

“The first time I saw Indonesia

“I’m proud of the contestants

“We want to show that

“We should be proud that

was after the tsunami. The

and I hope they can enjoy the

Indonesia is safe and that it’s

Indonesia became host of

thing that touched me most

moment and learn from each

able to produce high-scale

the 63rd Miss World. Now

was that it had beautiful

other.” – Wenxia Yu, Miss

events with quality.” – Nana

is the chance for Indonesia

people. When I saw

World 2012

Puspa Dewi Putra, Director

to show its natural and

Indonesia and its strength

at PT Media Nusantara Citra

cultural beauty.” – Liliana

in times of crisis, I loved

(MNC)

Tanoesoedibjo, Chairwoman

it more.” – Julia Morley,

of Miss Indonesia

Chairwoman of the Miss

Organization

World Organization

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TOP PHOTOS COURTESY OF FORBES GLOBAL CEO CONFERENCE 2013 BOTTOM BY ARIKO AHMAD, MS PUTRA’S PHOTO COURTESY OF MISS WORLD 2013

On Indonesia’s resilience...

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REST&RELAXATION

THE NEW TWIST

WHILE IT MAY BE A SURPRISING DEPARTURE FROM WHAT SHERATON GUESTS ARE ACCUSTOMED TO, WE THINK THE SHERATON BALI KUTA’S VIBRANT AND FUN ATMOSPHERE HELPS THE RESORT TO BLEND PERFECTLY INTO ITS SURROUNDINGS.

T

here was a time when Jalan Pantai Kuta was the

precariously on local sellers’ heads!

Over time, other parts of the

only place to be, back

island grew to become popular

when development had

destinations for tourists as well, but

not yet spread into other

Kuta Beach still remains a favorite,

areas. Travelers sought out Kuta

especially with the addition of

Beach for the waves, the laid-back

Beachwalk and its 200-some retail

vibe, the mesmerizing sunsets, and

outlets. New contemporary options

among other things, those baskets

for accommodation ensure that

full of delicious fresh fruit teetering

travelers no longer have to

“rough it” in order to be positioned close to this beach, a great example being the newly opened Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort.

SPARKLING VIEWS Every single room and suite at the Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort (there are 203 in total) boasts direct views of the beautiful Indian Ocean. This resort was definitely designed with the ocean in mind, as the rooftop pool and the open-air lobby also provide fantastic views of the sparkling blue waters just across the way.

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The lobby’s ocean view is actually

The elegance here is understated,

and “get-togethers” written all over

one of the first things that guests

and Balinese accents have been

it. From their vast open-air lobby

see at the top of the escalator,

incorporated but there is a bit of

area to the social courtyard to the

instead of the check-in area, which

playfulness to the design. Some

nine event spaces and ballroom,

interestingly enough is tucked away

examples include the exhibitionist

it practically begs you to bring a

in an opposite corner. This layout

tub that can be seen from the

group – whether friends, colleagues

might be counterintuitive to some

bedroom or the surprising splashes

or your family. This atmosphere of

but it is completely intentional, as

of hot pink in the interior of their

togetherness also extends to their

the Sheraton Kuta wants first and

all-day dining option Feast. The Kuta

dining options.

foremost to greet its guests with a

area has always been laid-back and

refreshing view after their journey.

fun, so these kinds of accents make

FEAST TOGETHER

sense when you think about the

Your choices for Sunday Brunch in

neighborhood the resort is in.

Bali are endless, but what sets the

MEET & GREET For those who expect elegance

Another nice thing about Kuta

and opulence from a Sheraton,

is its central location. We think the

ambience. Not only can you feast on

this resort might surprise you a bit.

Sheraton has the words “meetings”

delicious buffet options such as eggs

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Sheraton’s apart is the market-style

All smiles at the cooking stations at Sunday Market Brunch

The elegant atmosphere at Italian restaurant Bene

and sausages, roast turkey, dim sum, sushi, made-to-order pasta, Japanese Teppanyaki, grilled seafood, an array of pastries and cakes, frozen yoghurt and illy coffee, but you can also purchase things to bring home such as wine and fresh produce!

With an indoor children’s play area and a live band on the outdoor deck (just across from the grill linger for the entire three hours that brunch is offered. Market Brunch

Aside from Market Brunch, the

the delicious Risotto ai porcini, and

is open every Sunday from 12 to

Sheraton also has a fantastic Italian

cannot wait to go back with friends

3 p.m. and costs Rp. 135,000++

restaurant called Bene. Open only

to share another hearty portion.

for children ages 4 to 12 and Rp.

for dinner, the beautiful dishware

By Mutia Adisoma

270,000++ for adults (includes

looks like it came straight out of

juices, tea and illy coffee). You can

mama’s kitchen and the food tastes

Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort

also add alcoholic beverages or

like it was prepared with mama’s

Jalan Pantai Kuta, Kuta

Duval Leroy Brut Champagne for an

love too. We fell head over heels

(0361) 846-5555

additional fee.

for the hot antipasti of Sardines and

www.sheratonbalikuta.com

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE SHERATON BALI KUTA

station), feel free to take your time to

THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD •

Go next door to Beachwalk and catch a film at their premier movie theater.

It’s equipped with recliner seats and blankets!

•

Walk down to Hard Rock to get a snapshot with that iconic surfboard.

You might even consider popping in for a juicy steak.

•

Take a surfing lesson! Odesseys Surf School is just down the road and has been around for over a decade.

•

Buy a pineapple on the beach from one of the local ladies. Don’t be alarmed by the machete – she’ll use it only to cut your fruit up into perfect bite-sized pieces.

•

Explore the winding alleyways behind Beachwalk and have fun bargaining for silly knick-knacks.

•

Work on your tan, read a good book and enjoy the sound of the waves.

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PONDERINGPOINT

OUT IN THE OPEN DHYANA PURA AT NIGHT CAN BE A BIT OVERWHELMING TO SOME, BUT FOR OTHERS IT’S A FUN AND STIMULATING SCENE. PEDESTRIANS WILL FIND THAT THE SOUNDS ARE SIMILAR TO LEGIAN BUT THE SIGHTS THERE ARE DEFINITELY OF A DIFFERENT KIND!

T

o me, this string of clubs

is welcome here. There are five

throw away from the iconic Double

is such a refreshing

clubs sitting side by side with open

Six Beach).

sight. Walking down

windows and doors that make it very

the street you can hear

easy for people to go in and out as

something missing. It sometimes

the thumping bass and

they please.

gets monotonous, so I believe that

see swarms of people spilling out of

By standing in a strategic spot on

Yet I still feel that there’s

these clubs could definitely benefit

these clubs, sometimes occupying

the pavement, you’ll be able to see

from some more varied kinds of

almost half the width of the street. It

what’s going down at each place.

entertainment. Perhaps something

is akin to Legian Street on weekends,

Mixwell might be doing a drag show

along the lines of stand-up comedy,

except in this particular part of south

at the same time that Bali Joe has

or even drag karaoke. Other than

Bali the weekend lasts seven days

go-go dancers “shaking their groove

that, I do believe that Dhyana Pura’s

each week.

thing” on a stage. Party people

scene is pretty much up to par with

dance both inside and outside of the

its cousins in other countries.

Some of you might already be aware of what’s really going on

packed venues. It’s a rare scene that

For those who are really not

there, but for those of you who aren’t,

you might not find in many places

into this kind of scene, do not fret.

here’s a clue for you: masculine

outside of Bali.

There’s another personal favorite

looking calves and feet jammed into

Dhyana Pura is always a fun

sky-high platform heels, paired with

place for me to visit. As a man who

street that I think is no less fun and

fake eyelashes and feather boas, are

enjoys this kind of scene and has

entertaining. Maria Magdalena

not a rare sight here.

lived in Jakarta where venues like

sits right at the beginning of the

Dhyana Pura is pretty quiet during

hang out of mine just down the

these are usually hidden within malls

street on your right hand side – a

the day and up until early evening,

or office blocks, it’s nice to see it

venue frequented by mostly the

but when the clock hits 10 p.m. the

all out in the open. The parties at

expats living on the island. They are

crowds start to gather, the music gets

Dhyana Pura would be pretty much

open until super late and often host

turned up high, and the drag queens

frowned upon in the capital (to say

underground artists and musicians

come out of their slumber. Although

the least), while in Bali it is a noisy

that are no less, or maybe even

these small clubs are frequented

and carefree environment, plus

crazier, than their neighbors down

mostly by men of, shall we say,

you get the added bonus of a fresh

the street.

a different persuasion, everyone

breeze (the location is just a stone’s

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HAUTE BALI Our first-ever Bali Fashion Parade was held for one night only on August 23, 2013. It was a sultry Bali night, but we don’t think the crowd minded too much, since the creations from Bali-based designers and brands Ali Charisma, Espen Salberg, Oka Diputra, Lulu Yasmine, Religion, Franksland, and Uluwatu looked absolutely stunning coming down the outdoor runway. This event was directed by the very talented Diaz (www.whoisdiaz.com) and held in collaboration with Beachwalk.

We’d like to thank our sponsors and everyone who worked with us to make this event possible. Until next year’s Bali Fashion Parade!

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Top Row: Fuschia mohair jacket by Espen Salberg Bottom Row: Dress by Oka Diputra Opposite page: Black tulle bolero by Espen Salberg

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Clockwise from top right: Black and pink shift dress by Lulu Yasmine Men’s casual wear by Franksland Unique menswear pieces by Oka Diputra Casual menswear by Religion

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Left to right: Haute menswear by Oka Diputra Long black dress by Espen Salberg Intricate rope bolero by Oka Diputra

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F

or many years, Waterbom

2013 from EarthCheck for its

crowded whatsoever. You will find

Bali has been one of

environmental and business

plenty of options, whether you are

the best places to go for

performances, Waterbom proves

looking to relax and sunbathe or

people who are looking

that they doing things sustainably

eager for some thrills. Personally, I

for a fun day out. People

and are here for the long haul.

was more interested in the latter!

of all ages can gather there to have

Waterbom offers an abundance

a good time together, and this is

of things to do. With 21 world-

‘CAUSE THIS IS THRILLER…

where it really triumphs.

class water slides, a kiddy park

To start off my thrill-fest, I headed for

and aquatic playground, and many

the Super Bowl. Speeding fast down

for The Best Amusement Parks &

more attractions, they manage to

this waterslide, I was launched into a

Water Parks in Asia by TripAdvisor

pack a lot into the 3.8 hectares of

big bowl that kept me spinning high

and received Silver Certification

lush grounds without letting it feel

on its wall for several exhilarating

Having recently won top rank

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MAKE A SPLASH GRAB YOUR BATHING SUIT, LATHER ON THE SUNSCREEN AND HEAD DOWN TO THE NOT-SO-LITTLE OASIS IN THE MIDDLE OF BUSTLING KUTA THAT IS WATERBOM BALI.

turns before finally plunging into a

different thrill levels. The Smash

pool at the bottom.

Down is the highest and fastest slide

Afterwards I climbed up the stairs

in Waterbom, towering 25 meters

to the Boomerang. This particular

above ground. When I reached the

waterslide was my favorite, as it sent

top of the almost vertigo-inducing

me speeding down a steep slope

height, the instructor gave me

on an inflatable tube, climbing 60

pointers on the proper way to go

degrees up and then pulling me

down the tubeless ride. The slide

backwards towards the bottom.

sent me accelerating down the pipe

What a rush!

at up to 70 km per hour and for a

Next up, I headed up to a

moment it felt like I had left my heart

waterslide tower with six slides of

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at the top of the ride.

Another heart-stopping slide is the Climax. Entering a small chamber

have another go.

Further up on the same tower

set 19 meters above ground and

is the most thrilling ride of all,

covered with transparent Perspex

the Pipeline. It’s the second

glass, the worst part about this ride

highest ride in the water park

is standing on the trapdoor and

and sent me down the weaving 150

the anticipation as you wait for the

meter tube in just 12 seconds!

trapdoor to open. As I took a sharp dip and looped around in the pipe,

UNDER THE SUN

it felt crazy yet amazing. However,

When you need a break from the

I honestly wasn’t crazy enough to

adrenaline rush, the Lazy River will

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be waiting for you. The most relaxing ride of all, it sends you floating around under the cool shade of the tropical gardens and feels great with the fresh breeze blowing through.

And the Lazy River isn’t the only thing at Waterbom that offers a relaxing time. Lounge around the sunbathing area near the Pleasure Pool and work on your tan, sip a cocktail at their swim-up Splash Bar, or take a dip to cool down every so often. You can also properly unwind at the massage parlor where foot, back and shoulder massages are available, as well as fish spa treatment.

If you’re not crazy about being

in the sun all day long, I suggest booking a gazebo prior to your visit.

It is perfect for groups of friends or families, and if you have small children, gazebos are also available near the Funtastic kiddy play area.

Waterbom also has several eateries such as The Wantilan Restaurant, The Shack, and various food stalls that are ready to serve you when you get the munchies. I personally enjoyed The Shack for their great food menu, delicious smoothies and laidback tunes. All in PHOTOS COURTESY OF WATERBOM BALI

all, Waterbom Bali is a great place

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to spend the day. Go with a group and enjoy endless entertainment!

By Ariko Ahmad Waterbom Bali Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta (0361) 755-676 www.waterbom-bali.com

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OFF TO THE RACES MADURA HAS PLENTY OF GREAT THINGS TO SEE, WITH OX RACING BEING ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING FORMS OF ENTERTAINMENT IN THE AREA. HELD ANNUALLY FROM AUGUST TO OCTOBER, YOU STILL HAVE A CHANCE TO CATCH THIS YEAR’S RACES!

M

adura is an island located in

MIGHTY BULLS

Jangkar Harbor in Asembagus.

A number of things come to mind

Incorporating Madura’s tough and

the northeastern

for Indonesians when they think of

hardy breed of oxen, karapan

part of the East

Madura, from delicious sate Madura

sapi is a prestigious event for the

Java province.

to shrimp paste to their iconic red and

Madurese. Starting off in villages

There are two ways to access the

white striped t-shirts – a part of the

throughout Madura, the competition

island; you can cross the newly built

area’s traditional attire for men. But

culminates in Pamekasan during the

Suramadu Bridge from Surabaya

what Madura is really known for is

months of September and October,

or take a 3.5 hour ferry ride from

their ox racing, called karapan sapi.

where contestants compete for the

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Presidential Cup. Winning this prestigious event

the left was a podium with the jury, committee members and the MC.

brings great honor upon the oxen

Waiting near the starting line were

owner and his or her village. Often

the jockeys on their bamboo sleds,

times the prestige can raise the

their oxen and their teams. The

owner’s social status and the bull

jockeys had quirky names on their

will be treated like a king, not only

yokes like “meteor” and “komet” in

by the owner but also by the whole

hopes that their animals would race

village. There’s even a saying that

as fast as their names.

says the Madurese men treat their bulls better than their wives!

READY, STEADY… When the first contestants readied

INCORPORATING MADURA’S TOUGH & HARDY BREED OF OXEN, ‘KARAPAN SAPI’ IS A PRESTIGIOUS EVENT FOR THE MADURESE. THE COMPETITION CULMINATES IN PAMEKASAN.

AT THE RACES

themselves at the starting line,

Finding a karapan sapi race can be

things went very quiet. Then as

a bit tricky. Arriving in Madura in

the flagman raised his flag, the

August, I based myself in the eastern

bulls charged furiously down the

part of the island in Sumenep, and

dry and dusty track dragging the

had to ask around a bit. When I

sled and the jockey with them. The

finally got a tip-off, I made my way

crowd roared with excitement and

to another village in the Ambunten

speakers blared with the MC’s

sub-district, arriving before noon the

enthusiastic commentary, shouted out

next day.

in Madurese.

Despite the scorching hot sun that

The 600 kg oxen run madly,

day, people swarmed the open field

reaching speeds of up to 50 kph as

where the race was being held. The

the daredevil jockeys stand on their

dirt track was fairly wide and about

sleds. Holding onto the yoke, they

one hundred meters in length, with a

do their best to control the direction

brick wall at the end of the track. On

of the charging bulls. The winner of

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the race is the first ox to reach the finish line.

RISKY SPECTACLE It’s not rare for the oxen to run in unintended directions, so coming to one of these races as a spectator involves a certain degree of risk.

What makes watching this particular race even more dangerous is the fact that unlike automobiles, there aren’t any brakes on the sleds. Hence the brick wall at the end of the track, positioned several meters away from the finish line.

Daredevil acts aren’t displayed solely by the jockeys, as the spectators get just as crazy. Some stand at the finish line and burst into spontaneous helter-skelter behavior, either trying to slow down the charging bulls or running away. I got brave enough myself to stand near the finish line and it definitely got my adrenaline pumping. I was lucky to be able to dodge the speeding oxen, running away carrying my camera and tripod.

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ADDED BONUSES

Sumolo built in 1762 and a mosque

with a peaceful and slow-paced

After the adrenaline-filled race I

built around the same time called

lifestyle, the people are warm

came back to Sumenep and toured

Masjid Jamik.

and welcoming, and their unique

the historically rich albeit sleepy

Besides these historical spots,

traditional high-roofed houses are

town. The sights worth visiting

Madura’s villages are quite

a beautiful thing to behold. I also

include the historical buildings such

interesting to explore as well.

suggest a visit to the coastal area,

as the kraton palace of Panembahan

The island is sparsely populated

as there you will find beaches that might turn out to be the most pristine you’ve ever encountered.

The Madurese are also known for being reputable fishermen who and junks. You can sometimes see these boats in the Jimbaran area

MADURA

in Bali, where some fishermen sell their catch.

INDONESIA

By Fadil Aziz

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PHOTOS BY FADIL AZIZ

use vibrantly colored wooden boats

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CAPITALCORNER

SWEET TOOTH MUCH LIKE FASHION, THERE ALWAYS SEEMS TO BE A “WHAT’S IN AND WHAT’S NOT” LIST FOR FOOD, INCLUDING IN THE DESSERT AND PASTRY WORLD.

Mika Japanese Bistro

where two chaps began serving this little taste of heaven at their restaurant in East Sussex in 1972. akartans absolutely love food

Jakarta’s pastry aficionados – from

pie is, this British dessert has since

fads, especially when it comes

a renewal of traditional desserts

gained worldwide popularity.

to sweets. Over the past few

to some interesting experimental

years a handful of treats have

combinations. Check out our

two main ingredients, banana and

gone “in and out of style”,

compilation of the latest trends

toffee. Dulce de leche (a type of

below!

caramel) is poured over layers of

from cupcakes to macaroons to red velvet and rainbow cake. Most

This sweet and sticky dessert has

banana and topped off with a dash

recently, a whole new batch of

BANOFFEE PIE

of cream. It can also come on a

treats have grabbed the attention of

Banoffee pie’s origins lie in England

biscuit or a pastry base.

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J

Due to how delicious the Banoffee

Lin Artisan Ice Cream

In Jakarta it’s quite a popular

to be the first outlet in Indonesia

soft, dense and delicious.

dessert and many cafés now include

to serve ice cream that is made by

Banoffee pie on their dessert menu.

using liquid nitrogen.

Try Mika, a bistro located at Kota

Lin also offers gelato made from a mixture of fresh milk and cream, as

In general, ice cream is frozen

well as sorbet. Try their interesting

Kasablanka Mall, because they

using conventional Freon or

variety of flavors such as Essence

have a Banoffee pie version that

CFC refrigerants. Lin however,

Aromatic Tea, Vanilla Choco Rice,

customers rave about. Consisting of

incorporates liquid nitrogen, which

Cheesy Cheese, Ultimate Chocolate

chocolate ganache, fresh banana

can speed up the process to only

and Frozen Espresso (made with

fruit, caramel and cream topping

two minutes, making their ice cream

Javabica coffee). For ice cream

with a dusting of cocoa coffee powder, it’s the perfect way to end a family meal or a romantic dinner.

Mika Japanese Bistro Food Society Ground Floor Kota Kasablanka Mall Casablanca Raya Kav. 88, South Jakarta

MOLECULAR ICE CREAM Lin Artisan Ice Cream offers molecular ice cream, and has become a trendy hangout spot for Jakarta’s youngsters. Located at the Lin Artisan Ice Cream

heart of Taman Kemang, Lin claims

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paintings – an exploration of the

Lin Artisan Ice Cream

intimate connection between flavor and presentation.

Pipiltin Cocoa has managed to become a pioneer of plated desserts in Jakarta. If you try the Ebony Ivory, eat the vanilla layer first before diving into the layer of dark cherry chocolate mousse to get the maximum flavor (you should experience a smoky taste as you chew). Some other artistic options include the Banana Tart Tin, No Egg, Freeze and Passion of Chocolate.

They also have their own bean to bar processed chocolate, empowering Indonesian chocolate lovers who want a bit of a kick, Lin

PLATED DESSERT

growers from Pidie Jaya (Aceh) and

also has Beer Pong and Smileys

Plated desserts are like modern

Tabanan (Bali). The sitting room has

Baileys, two more very intriguing

works of art on a palette, involving

an attractive layout and you will be

flavors!

components like mousse, panna

able to view the chocolate making

cotta, ice cream and sauces. A

process from the cocoa bean all

Lin Artisan Ice Cream

plated dessert demonstrates a chef’s

the way to its plating as part of a

Taman Kemang 1/6, South Jakarta

imaginative thinking and ability to

modern work of dessert art.

unite various flavors, colors and textures to look as beautiful as

Pipiltin Cocoa Barito 2/5, Kebayoran Baru, South

CRONUTS Those who consider themselves foodies have most certainly already jumped on the ‘cronut’ bandwagon.

We briefly mentioned this new pastry in last month’s edition – the mind-blowing donut and croissant hybrid that has been all the rage in New York City. Since first being introduced in May of 2013, cronuts have spread throughout the world Pipiltin Cocoa

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like wildfire, making it the most

PIPILTIN PHOTOS BY DEWI IRMA, ALL OTHER PHOTOS COURTESY

Jakarta

viral dessert item to date.

Invented by Chef Dominique Ansel in New York, cronuts are made from dough that is deep-fried at a specific temperature and for just the right amount of time until golden brown.

It is flaky and buttery with layers of

Colette & Lola

crunchy goodness and a center filled with cream. As New York’s “of-themoment” obsession, people queue from as early as 2.5 hours before Chef Ansel’s bakery opens.

In Jakarta, cronuts can be found at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel’s cake shop, one of the first hotels in Jakarta to create their own cronut.

The Mandarin Oriental’s version is spelled ‘kronut’ and it is moderately sized at a height of about 5 cm.

Their special frying method makes

On the inside there’s multi-layered

not only tasty but also convenient

the kronut’s outer layer crisp, and a

croissant dough and either mango

and mess-free. They are the perfect

sprinkling of sugar and cinnamon

or vanilla cream. Their kronuts go

bite-sized indulgence, plus they can

powder lends a lovely sweetness.

for Rp. 25,000, or Rp. 75,000 with

be customized with your choice of

a cup of coffee. It’s best to consume

colors and sprinkles, making them an

your kronuts immediately, as they

attractive addition to any party table.

In Jakarta, visit Colette & Lola for

have a short shelf life.

your best cake pop experience. This Mandarin Oriental Cake Shop

newly opened café offers an array

Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Jalan M.H.

of whimsical desserts from large

Thamrin No. 1, Jakarta

cakes to cupcakes to cookies and cake pops. Colette & Lola’s sweets

CAKE POPS & PUSH POPS

are rich, delicious and garnished

‘Cake pops’ and ‘push pops’ have

interior is done in fanciful pastels

become quite popular lately, as

and their cake pops are just as

people love the idea of mini cakes

adorable, priced from Rp. 12,000 to

in a practical form that can be

Rp. 25,000.

transported with ease. A cake pop is

By Dewi Irma

in fun ways. The shop’s pleasant

a round mini cake with a protruding

Mandarin Oriental Cake Shop

stick just like a lollipop, while a

Colette & Lola

push pop is a cupcake in a push

Jalan Senopati No. 64, Kebayoran

pop holder. These two creations are

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TIRTHA DINING REDEFINES FINE DINING AT ITS BEST

T

irtha Dining redefines the

of the wall is adorned in silk fabrics

dominates the central area, creating

meaning of fine dining at

accentuating the Japanese Edo era

natural lighting changes between day

its best by presenting an

of dyeing culture, Yuzen while the

and night.

unsurpassed experience at the ultra

opposite window overlooks the cliff

romantic destination restaurant.

top garden with an infinity pool which

Tirtha means Holy Water in Balinese. The name was selected from its remarkable location within proximity of Uluwatu Temple, one of Bali’s key directional temples. Perched on a Cliff top in the Southern tip of Bali, Tirtha Dining overlooks the infinite 180-degree view of the shimmering Indian Ocean.

Tirtha’s water theme design is contemporary and sleek, surrounded by stunning water features and pools.

The interior features zen-like striking floor to ceiling window, one side

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An iconic floating bar of eight shadow boxes designed like the

ADVERTORIAL

Japanese cut art, lit with LED lighting and a modifiable color reflection gives a magical façade to the location.

Ong Cen Kuang “Walk in the Forest” shadow box bar is built on the twotiered twenty-meter infinity edged pool that adjoins the restaurant.

For pre or post dinner, guests can relax in a romantic Balinese gazebo with soft duvets, and down pillows lead out to the expansive gardens and infinity edged plunge pool. Guest perused the evenings with Chef Hiroyuki Menu optional degustation menu of five, six or seven course.

The destination restaurant elevated on the cliff top provides an intimate and exclusive affair for those celebrating romance, special celebration, wedding reception or a surprise proposal.

Dinner starts from Rp 650,000++ per person. Prior reservations is highly recommended, dial +62 361-8471151 Jl. Uluwatu Banjar Dinas Karang Boma Desa Pecatu 80364 Tel: +62 361-8471151 www.tirthadining.com

About Hiroyuki Meno 35-year-old Hiroyuki Meno was raised in Fukuoka, Japan.

He first entrée into the cuisine scene started when he was nineteen trained at Domaine des Hautes in Tourain, France, a member of Relais & Chateaux, where only selected outstanding restaurants with unique character are listed.

Upon returning to Japan, Meno served as Sous Chef at the distinguished L’Auberge de l’ill, a Three Michelin star French restaurant. Inspired by the classically trained Michelin Star Chef, Paul Bocuse, Meno then moved to the prestigious Paul Bocuse’s Daikanyama and Ginza branch where he took the role as Executive Chef and worked alongside with the renowned Chef.

Meno is a culinary composer who has a personal approach to personalizing food, focusing on the freshest ingredients, orchestrating flavors, and combining a variety of textures. His creativity in the kitchen extend tosignature dishes such as Foie Gras (Sautéed Foie Gras, Sweet Potato Purée, Porto Reduce Sauce, Ex Olive Oil Mousse)

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BEYONDUPDATES

GALLERY OF CULTURE On October 10, the capital will see the opening of a brand-new and exciting purpose-built space named “Galeri Indonesia Kaya”. This space is the latest project from the Bakti Budaya Djarum Foundation’s long-term commitment to introducing the richness of Indonesian culture to a wider audience. Located on the 8th floor of Grand Indonesia Shopping Mall, this gallery includes a free-to-use auditorium (fits 150 people) intended to showcase theatre, dance and films. Also included within the space are interactive digital panels for easy and fun access to information on Indonesian traditional culture. Admission is free, so come one, come all!

GREAT NEW PERKS As of October 30, Qatar Airways will become the newest member of the airline alliance oneworld. In joining oneworld, Qatar Airways will be the only one of the “Gulf Big Three” carriers that is part of a global airline alliance. If you are a part of Qatar Airways’ Privilege Club loyalty program, you’ll enjoy frequent flyer privileges with member airlines such as British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, Finnair, Japan Airlines, Qantas, and many more. You’ll also have access to the 550 airport lounges worldwide offered by the member airlines. www.qatarairways.com

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www.indonesiakaya.com

THE ART OF ARTICHOKES Lobo Restaurant’s Chef de Cuisine Jordi Bernus brings gastronomic eccentricity to Indonesia’s capital, and this time he’s made artichokes his muse. His new menu offers a tantalizing five-course meal – from an appetizer of fried artichokes with mojo picon to the main course of grilled Iberico Pluma served with artichoke heart and juicy gammon broth. This menu is offered only until October 19 and is Rp. 950,000++ per person, including a selection of desserts.

Lobo Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Mega Kuningan Jalan Dr. Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung, Kav. 1.1 No. 1, Jakarta (021) 2552-8881, www.ritzcarlton.com

Maxi Hotel & Spa The Maxi Hotel & Spa is situated in the heart of Bali’s shopping and nightlife district. Centrally located, the property offers an ideal base for visitors wishing to explore Bali while keeping all the island’s best shops, bars, restaurants and beaches within easy walking distance.

Hotel facilities and services include restaurant, bar, meeting room, massage and spa, room service, swimming pool with Jacuzzi, children’s pool, laundry and dry cleaning service, airport pickup and transfer, snack bar, tour desk, doctor on call, free car park, baby sitter upon request, broadband internet connection, major credit cards accepted, individually controlled air-conditioning, local and IDD telephone, satellite TV, daily mineral water, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, mini bar, personal electronic safe deposit, tea & coffee maker. The balcony overlooking the swimming pool and landscaped tropical garden offers a private area for relaxing.

The hotel is less than 15 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport; 20 minutes drive to Denpasar, 30 minutes from Sanur, Nusa Dua and within 45 minutes drive to the artistic centre of Ubud and about 350 meters from Bali’s famous Kuta Beach.

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Jl. Legian 83A, Legian Tel: (0361) 754-082 Fax: (0361) 750-792 E-mail: info@maxi-hotel.com Website: www.maxi-hotel.com

COMMUNITYCALENDAR

SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY Bali International Women’s Association (BIWA) will hold its annual charity bazaar at Beachwalk on October 20. The proceeds from the bazaar will go towards the Rama Sesana Foundation (runs reproductive health education programs for women), Bali Wise (empowers women in the Bukit area through education, job skills training and employment opportunities), and the maintenance of BIWA and Bali Hati’s mobile dental clinic that provides dental care to people in Bali’s rural areas. Get your bazaar coupons at Casa Luna restaurant in Ubud, BIWA’s office at Beachwalk, or any Surfer Girl or Grocer & Grind location. www.biwa-bali.org

YOUR BIG DAY Y Bali’s biggest wedding and party expo will be held B from November 8 to 10 at the Aston Denpasar Hotel fr & Convention Center. This free event, dubbed “My Dream Wedding”, will be a one-stop place to shop for D all of your wedding and party needs. Learn about the a latest trends and get in touch with vendors from across la the country that offer photography services, wedding th vvenues, wedding gowns, kebaya creations, jewelry, among other things. There will also be daily fashion shows with the latest bridal gown and kebaya designs.

Organized by the prominent event organizer Tiger Enterprise, this expo is a must for those who are planning a special occasion on this paradise island. www.tigerindonesia.com

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catering, cakes, and honeymoon and spa information,

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SEE&SEEN

STARRY-EYED Singer John Legend graced the stage of Potato Head Beach Club with a solo piano performance on August 17. The nine-time Grammy winner’s voice carried beautifully, all the way to the back of the large audience that had amassed under clear Bali skies. His performance was followed by an energetic set from Sampology, a leading audio visual DJ. www.ptthead.com

BLACK TIE The Bali Ball, hosted by Jemme Jewellery and the W Bali on August 16, featured a five-course dinner and a performance by UK jazz singer Kitty La Roar. Included in the auction was a surprise donation – a necklace from guest Ibu Titiek Suharto that sold for Rp. 197,000,000. The 3rd annual ball successfully raised over Rp. 1,200,000,000 for the Bumi Sehat Foundation, Bali Kids and Yayasan Samaritania. Donations are still being accepted. www.thebaliball.com

FASHION LOVERS Our first-ever Bali Fashion Parade took place outdoors on August 23 – a fabulous and eye-catching affair held in collaboration with Beachwalk. Afterwards, VIP guests enjoyed tapas, drinks, door prizes and the sizzling tunes of DJ Wilson at the party hosted by Tapeo Gastrobar (Beachwalk 2nd floor). Check out this month’s FOTOFOLIO (Page 54) to see some of the couture and casual wear that came down the runway that night.

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MOVERS & SHAKERS The Forbes Global CEO Conference saw more than 400 CEOs, leaders and business tycoons gather in Nusa Dua to discuss global issues through thought-provoking panels. Held from September 3 to 5 at the Bali International Convention Center, speakers included Steve Forbes, Paul Keating, Tony Fernandes, Kathy Ireland, John Sculley, Ronny C. Chan, Judith Rodin, Mari Elka Pangestu and 3rd Indonesian President Jusuf Habibie. Check out this month’s SIGHTS & SOUNDS (Page 46) for some sound bites!

NICE RIDE

SUMMER BASHES KUDETA held two mega summer events last month, the Tribal Bikini Day Party on August 10 and the White Knight Party on August 17. The first was a jungle fantasy come to life, with tropical foliage and sexy leopard prints.

The second saw medieval décor, fashionable crowds dressed in white, and the smashing sounds of house DJs such as Kaiserdisco and Funkagenda. www.kudeta.net

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Hundreds of participants along with a total of about 50 cars took part in the Ferrari Bali Rally 2013. Held from September 6 to 8, the 2nd annual driving event was organized by the Ferrari Jakarta team and is one of the most awaited events for Ferrari owners in Indonesia. Models such as the 599 GTO, 599 GTB, 458 Italia, 458 Spider, FF, 612 Scaglietti, 575 M, California, F430, F430 Spider, 430 Scuderia and 360 Modena were spotted on the tour, which began with an afternoon drive from St. Regis and ended at Potato Head Beach Club via the new highway. On the second day, the tour started at 8 a.m. with a morning drive to Tanah Lot, then continued to Ubud and ended with dinner at Sundara restaurant in Jimbaran. The Ferrari Owners Club Indonesia also made a donation of Rp. 200,000,000 to Yayasan Kemala Bayangkari to aid in the support of disabled children.

SEE&SEEN

The gorgeous contestants of Miss World 2013 converged on the island of the gods during the month of September. These ladies hailed from 129 different countries and had a fun-filled month of activities that included the release of baby turtles into the sea, a golf tournament and fashion shoot at the Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Resort, animal encounters with Indonesian wildlife at the Bali Safari & Marine Park, a visit to the sacred Besakih temple, and various other activities amidst “Challenge Events” and rehearsals for the opening ceremony and the final show. The end of the opening ceremony (held at Mangupura Hall of the Westin Hotel – Nusa Dua) saw all the contestants dressed in vibrant traditional attire from all corners of the Indonesian archipelago. At press time the government had officially announced that the final would also take place in Bali, undoubtedly poised to be another colorful and festive affair. Indonesia is the first country in Southeast Asia to host a Miss World event in the competition’s history. www.missworld.com

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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,

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■ 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

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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

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