Bali Buzz #27

Vol. 1/February 26-March 4, 2015

Heading West suCkLing pig fiesta

Mount and Lake Batur

Boudoir Chinois

from THE EdiTor

Beyond (southern) Bali “bali is not just southern bali” was and still is the slogan chanted by local bureaucrats, scholars and members of the tourist industry to drum up support for tourism development outside badung, Denpasar and Gianyar, the three regency-level regions that lie along the island’s southern coast.

Such development is important not only to offset the growing gap of wealth distribution among the island’s regencies — needless to say that the regions with thriving tourism are also the ones with the fattest coffers, but also to slow down the environmental degradation experienced by the island’s south, where most of the 30,000 hotel rooms are located, and where most of its 10 million visitors stay. unfortunately, a slogan will just remain a slogan, a grouping of empty words, if it is not followed up by a clear strategy and execution. So far, the government has yet to come up with a robust and viable program to develop tourism in west, north and east bali, while the private sector does not dare to invest without the availability of basic infrastructure, such as roads, electricity and clean water.

Naturally, despite the slogan, visitors are still flocking into Kuta, Nusa Dua, Sanur, Tanah lot and ubud. all are in southern bali and definitely do not reflect the diverse natural and cultural wealth that the island truly possesses.

— The Editor

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Suckling pig fiesta “In an annual festival, the people of Timbrah prepare hundreds of suckling pigs” Words and Photos Agung Parameswara

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hose who love the crispy skin and tasty meat of traditional Balinese suckling pig would surely have drooled when they attended a unique annual religious festival in Timbrah, an ancient Bali Aga village in Karangasem, some 15 kilometers east of the popular tourist spot Candidasa.

In the festival called Ngusaba Dalem, or Ngusaba Guling, the villagers cook hundreds of suckling pigs and present them as offerings to the goddess Durga at the local Dalem temple. The offerings ensure that the powerful deity protects the village and bestows its residents with prosperity.

This year, the festival fell on Feb. 20 and, from dawn, the villagers were busy roasting their offerings in their respective

family compounds. Columns of thick smoke produced by burning coconut husks could be seen rising from every corner of the village.

Right after noon, the villagers started carrying the suckling pigs to the outer yard of the temple. By 3 p.m., as many as 855 suckling pigs had been neatly arranged on the ground, the number matching the sum of the village’s households. For once, the fragrance of the fresh flowers and incense in the temple was drowned out by the mouthwatering aroma of tasty suckling pigs.

“In the past, low-income families offered roasted ducks, but nowadays each household presents one suckling pig,” village head Nengah Wija said.

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Lake Batur “Spectacular views and cool weather” Words and photos Bram Setiawan

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mages of white sandy beaches with emerald-colored seas are always conjured up in the minds of Bali’s many visitors. But the island is also home to active volcanoes.

In addition to Mount Agung in Karangasem, east Bali, Mt. Batur and the stunning adjacent Lake Batur, Bali’s largest lake, are must-visit sites for those vacationing on the island.

Located around 65 kilometers northeast of Denpasar, or just 23 km from Bangli, Mt. Batur and the lake are best viewed from Penelokan village in Kintamani district, Bangli regency.

Penelokan village is located on the rim of the huge Batur caldera, around 1,500 meters above sea level. The village has been developed to support tourism with several improvements aimed at tourists, such as mountain-front hotels, villas, restaurants and cafes, as well as spacious viewing areas with iron fences to keep visitors safe.

Tradition and history surround the huge volcano and caldera. The Balinese lontar (ancient manuscripts written on dried palm leaves) Usana Bali discloses that Mt. Batur was once Mt. Mahameru and was moved by Batara Pasupati to be used as a place for Betari Danuh, or the goddess Danu, to reside. There are several major temples, including Pura Ulun Danu Batur, to worship this goddess of fertility and water in the area.

Geologically, Mt. Batur is an active volcano dating back about 23,670 to 28,500 years. It has

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a vast 10-by-13 km caldera, which contains a lake. The caldera also contains a 1,700-m tall volcanic peak rising above the surface of the lake. Eruptions from the volcano were first documented in 1804 and it has been active since then. In 1968, Mt. Batur erupted again, the evidence of which is still visible from Penelokan village. In 2000 and 2005, Mt. Batur had minor eruptions, while in total there have been around 26 eruptions between 1804 and 2005.

Because of its dramatic views and geological importance, UNESCO designated the Batur caldera as part of the Global Geopark Network on Sept. 20, 2012.

There are four major villages located adjacent to Mt. and Lake Batur — Kedisan, Songan, Toya Bungkah and Trunyan.

The last of these, Trunyan, is home to an indigenous Balinese community known as the Bali Aga, which still adheres to a culture and traditions that pre-date the Majapahit Kingdom.

Mt. Batur area demonstrates a wealth of natural and cultural beauty. Prior to reaching Penelokan village, many people like to spend some time enjoying the hot springs in Toya Bungkah village, which is located on the edge of the lake.

With cool temperatures, hovering around 15 degrees Celsius, Batur and Kintamani are a perfect area for those who love cycling, canoeing and mountaineering.

Climbing to the top of Mt. Batur is possible at certain times, depending on the weather and the state of the volcano.

Many climbers make a point of scaling the mountain to be able to witness the sunrise from the peak.

Trunyan village is also an interesting place to visit. Situated in an isolated site on

the eastern shore of the lake, the Trunyan residents will row you across to visit their village.

Old manuscripts found near the village claim the people are the direct descendants of the Gelgel dynasty, which ruled Bali before the arrival of the East Javan Majapahit kingdom. The scripts claim that Trunyan has been a village since before the 10th century. The rituals and ceremonies performed here are very different from those seen across most of Bali.

The funeral ritual, in particular, is unique to the island. Unlike the familiar ngaben ceremony seen elsewhere in Bali, the people of Trunyan lay out the bodies of deceased relatives under the Taru Menyan tree, a practice that originated in Neolithic traditions that worshipped forces of nature, such as the wind.

Bayung Gede village is another unique place in the area. The locals bury their newborns’ umbilical cords in a special cemetery. They also have a unique marriage tradition.

Meanwhile, for dog lovers, in Sukawana hamlet, Kintamani has its own dog breed believed to have existed for over 600 years.

This breed is believed to have originated from the Chinese chow-chow; however, another story claims it is a fox-wolf-dog crossbreed.

A one-day trip to the Mt. Batur area in Kintamani may not be sufficient to enjoy the magnificent views of the volcano and the caldera, as well as to learn about the area’s cultural and natural richness. Perhaps a longer trip might be a good idea, and a welcome break from the humid weather in the southern part of the island.

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Bali Hotels Association “Supporting community relations and charity” WORDS DESY NURHAYATI PHOTOS COURTESY OF BHA

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nder its Community Relations and Charity division, Bali Hotels Association (BHA) has been conducting social activities over the last several years, focusing on orphanage visits and blood drives.

This year, the association is committed to regularly continuing these two programs to provide better lives for orphanage children and to help the Red Cross collect blood.

“We are hoping that we will be able to visit more orphanages and supply more bags of blood to the Red Cross,” said Virginie Tutin Sandstrom, BHA’s director in charge for Community Relations and Charity.

The Blood Drive program in the first semester of this year will be held on Feb. 27 at Bali Garden Beach Resort, on April 8 at Grand Nikko, and on June 22 at The 101 Legian hotel.

Last year, the association successfully held seven blood drives, collecting 284 bags of blood from 486 participants.

Meanwhile, two orphanage visits will take place this year.

“We are currently collecting linens and staple foods. We do hope the small contributions from BHA are able to help the less fortunate and build appropriate living conditions for the children,” said Sandstrom, general manager of Harris Resort Kuta Beach.

Last year, with support from the Harris

Resort Kuta Beach team, other Harris hotels in Bali and other members of the association, BHA visited seven orphanages in three remote areas of the island as part of the BHA annual linen and staple goods drive.

The first visit took place on Aug. 29 in Klungkung and Bangli regencies, with a total of 29 boxes donated to Semara Putra, home to 125 children, Widya Asih IV with 31 children and Dharma Widya Kumara orphanage with 107 children.

The second visit was held on Nov. 8 in Negara, Jembrana regency, and donated 29 boxes to Maria Goretti with 56 kids, Giri Asih with 54 kids, Widya Asih II with 83 kids and Sanatana Dharma with 26 kids.

BHA initiated the Orphanage Charity Project in 2008 to support orphanages across the

island’s nine regions. A group of volunteers surveyed the conditions of each orphanage, the number of children being cared for, their welfare, education and health.

Through this project, BHA expects to provide orphaned Balinese children with a positive environment, health care, skills and education so they can become self-sufficient, productive and healthy individuals.

The association also invites and encourages its members to adopt an orphanage and manage and support it on a regular basis.

Bali Hotels Association is a professional group of star-rated hotels and resorts.

Members include general managers from more than 100 hotels and resorts representing over 15,000 hotel rooms and almost 30,000 employees in the tourist sector.

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Boudoir Chinois “A CNY celebration at the newly opened MÉTIS Lounge” Words Wira Wijoga Photos Courtesy of Metis

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etting excited reading the invitation, my eyes stopped at the dress code suggesting “Orient-inspired Boudoir Glamour”.

Being a native of Jakarta, with only two years or more experience in attending events in Bali, with the exception of formal, other suggested dress-codes always puzzle me.

It did, though, at the same time excite me, thinking if I somehow pulled this off and managed to find a suitable outfit, I’d get to see the unfolding of a fabulous spectacle in a top-of-the-line restaurant in Seminyak filled with Bali’s hippest crowd dressed in an especially fine and unusual style!

As I arrived, I familiarized myself with the newly opened lounge, which was already set and prepared with buckets of champagne, cognac and vodka decorating the guest tables. Slowly, guests dressed in a combination of elegant 1920s and Chinese Shanghai-style started to pack the room.

While the party mood started to buzz, set by the background music in play, it was only at around 11:30 p.m. that the show really started. A traditional Barongsai with twin Chinese lions danced around and energized the room to welcome the main event of the night, a Fashion Extravaganza featuring models wearing seductive, dazzling 1920s style crossed with oriental flair, the work of locally based designers Nafsu and MKhanh and fashion retailer gnossem.com; hair was styled by Rob Peetom Hair Spa. As the fashion show ended, DJ Mikey Moran and Stevie G. took over and the music ensured no one remained seated. The conversation flowed, mainly about dresses, the models and, of course, the guests’ outfits.

The concept for the evening was created by IMAGINOIRE and was done very elegantly, set in an exclusive and iconic location. Rewinding the whole event, it was indeed a fashion extravaganza for the whole time, from the guests arriving and through the entertainment, making it truly a night to remember.

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Serangan-style smoked fish “Where seafood lovers can savor affordable, traditionally prepared smoked fish�

WORDS LUH DE SURIYANI PHOTOS ANTON MUHAJIR

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hree years since they were first established, the seafood stalls along the main road heading to Serangan village continue to gain in popularity.

There are some 28 stalls neatly lining the road near the historic Sakenan temple.

Of course, they are not as well-known as the stalls in Kedonganan and Jimbaran, where tourists flock when they are craving grilled fish. But Serangan has its own attractiveness, making it worth a visit for seafood lovers.

The main offering here is smoked mackerel made from fish freshly caught by local fishermen, but other seafood is also available.

One of the stalls is Kubu Wisata, located at the front, thus easily visible when visitors enter the main road.

Puja, the owner, said his stall had been becoming busier, not only on weekends but also at weekday lunchtimes.

Competition among the stalls is fierce, since

they all serve very similar food. What makes one stall different from another is the service and hygiene.

To attract more customers, Puja has set up gazebos by the pool to provide customers with more options than just dining at the tables inside the stall.

He also serves a greater variety of fish, including grouper and baronang, but the cheapest and most popular dish is the

mackerel, available fried or smoked.

A portion of smoked fish is priced Rp 12,000 (93 US cents ) to Rp 20,000, depending on the size of the fish.

The fish is served with steamed rice, plecing (boiled water spinach in a spicy sauce) and two kinds of sambal condiment: chili tomato sambal and the famous sambal matah (chili mixed with chopped raw shallots and garlic, dressed with coconut oil and kaffir lime juice).

When a customer orders a smoked fish, the cook will cut it open and smear it with special spices before the fish is smoked to perfection.

Cooking the traditional way, they mostly use coconut husks to produce the smoke. It takes

less than 20 minutes to prepare the food.

The presence of these food stalls has made Serangan, which had mostly been abandoned since the land was reclaimed in the 1990s, livelier. It also adds an interesting place for people to visit while in the area, in addition to sightseeing around the traditional fishermen’s village and the sea turtle and coral reef conservation center.

Serangan used to be a small island of just 112 hectares. In the 1990s, the government gave investors a license to reclaim the area, which is located south of Denpasar, with it finally becoming four times larger once the reclamation was complete.

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few kilometers before Rambut Siwi temple, an important place of worship for Balinese Hindus, a vast expanse of rice fields replaced the monotonous landscape of houses and truck stops.

In the south, the rice fields opened up to quiet beaches with black sand and blue seas, while in the north, high hills with thick, green woods and coconut plantations shouldered the open, blue sky. The swaying green paddy stalks and the accompanying vista was simply breathtaking, and a much-awaited sight for eyes that for hours had been strained by the irritating traffic along the Denpasar-Gilimanuk highway.

A large crowd was forming next to a roadside shrine in front of the narrow road that leads to Rambut Siwi temple, as motorists, drivers and passengers made a brief stop to receive a blessing from the on-duty pemangku (temple priests). The devotees presented offerings and gave a cash donation, a Rp 5,000 (39 US cents) note sufficed, and in return the pemangku sprinkled them with holy water and gave them bija (consecrated rice).

The brief stop refreshed the body and the holy blessing provided supernatural protection that would ensure devotees’ safety as they continued their trip along the 130-kilometer highway known to the local police as “skull highway” due to the high rate of fatal accidents recorded along the busy route.

The temple itself lies amidst rice fields further to the south. In the 15th century, it was visited by Danghyang Nirartha, a great sage who was later responsible for the construction of several major temples on the island, including the world-famous Uluwatu. Legend has it that the sage took three strands of his hair to be enshrined at Rambut Siwi. The sage was famous for his supernatural power, so naturally, his hair strands must also possess potent power, the locals believe. A local newspaper reported that, in 2013, a three-headed cobra made an appearance before visiting devotees. They believe that the snake was the manifestation of the sage’s three strands of hair, further cementing the important status of the temple among Balinese Hindus.

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Heading West “This less visited part of Bali has a lot to offer”

WORDS I WAYAN JUNIARTA PHOTOS AGUNG PARAMESWARA, ANTON MUHAJIR, SYAFIUDIN VIFICK

The temple is also one of the top 15 tourist attractions that the Jembrana regency administration has tried to promote for years, with little success. The island’s westernmost regency still lags behind the other regencies in tourism.

The area has only been able to draw a meager 100,000150,000 visitors, mostly domestic tourists, per year. This is a minuscule number compared to more than 3 million tourists booked by Badung, the island’s richest regency and host to the top tourist attractions of Kuta and Nusa Dua. It could not even compete with Tanah Lot, a temple in Tabanan regency that for years has reigned as the most visited single site with 3 million visitors in 2013.

The local administration, tourist industry and pundits blame poor infrastructure and lengthy travel time as the primary cause for Jembrana’s below-par tourism performance. The regency has yet to have luxurious hotels and posh restaurants. The Denpasar-Gilimanuk highway, the only available overland route to reach the regency, is also the main passage for transporting goods and supplies from Java to Bali and Nusa Tenggara, making severe traffic jams a daily terror. Nowadays, it takes up to three hours to reach Jembrana’s capital of Negara.

All those hurdles do not mean that the regency is not an attractive place to visit. For the adventurous travelers, the lack of word-class resorts and the exhausting road trip could translate into quieter beaches, unspoiled nature and unique culture.

Jembrana has all those in abundance.

Pristine beaches, from the rocky Pengeragoan and the sandy Delod Berawah in the east, Baluk Rening and Perancak that lie near the capital, to Candi Kesuma in the west, offer visitors something that no beach in southern Bali, including

Kuta and Sanur, could bestow: a tranquil space to wander around for hours without any disturbance.

Its most well-known beach is Medewi. Known for its powerful waves, the beach is quite popular among local and international surfers. This beach also boasts some of the regency’s finest accommodations and coolest beers.

In Perancak, a community-managed sea turtle conservation facility is worth visiting and, more importantly, supporting. It offers a tale of former poachers turned conservationists, who, despite a lack of funding, strive to protect the endangered

species. Another bonus is the presence of a fleet of large wooden fishing ships from Banyuwangi, East Java. Each is meticulously decorated with colorful carved panels that reveal the richness of Javanese and Islamic arts.

The sight would be rightfully complemented by a trip to Loloan, a historic Muslim village in downtown Negara, where for centuries the descendants of the Bugis sailors have lived side by side with the local Hindus.

Some 30 km to the west lies West Bali National Park, a 77,000 hectare reserve with an excellent breeding and conservation program for the Bali mynah, and Gilimanuk ferry harbor, where local boys jump into the ocean to retrieve coins thrown by passengers.

Visitors should not leave Jembrana before sampling its traditional cuisine and lively music.

The regency’s two specialties are tipat lawar klungah (steamed rice wrapped in young coconut leaves served with a mixture of sliced young coconut meat cooked with green beans and other vegetables and spices) and jukut serapah (vegetable and bean soup with coconut oil curd).

Jegog, the giant bamboo xylophones unique to Jembrana, will convince visitors that Balinese traditional gamelan is not only about immaculate arrangements and well-ordered melodies. Jegog is a mischievous expression of spontaneity, a trait that many local Jembrana people often associate with their own characters.

So pack your gear and let’s head west!

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‘Titimamah’ “A ritual to ask for safety and prosperity” Words and photos Bram Setiawan

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undreds of men gathered in Langgar temple in Bunutin village, Bangli regency, early in the morning to prepare a special annual ceremony called titimamah.

The ceremony was held during Tilem Sasih Kawulu, which fell on Feb. 18 this year, one month before Nyepi, the Hindu Day of Silence.

Ida I Dewa Ketut Raka, head of the Puri Bunutin royal family, explained the ceremony had required an godel bang (ox) as the sacrificial animal, or pakelem in the Balinese language.

“The ox must be less than six months old.

We [Bunutin people] strongly believe that the ox symbolizes purity and sanctity,” Raka said.

Before the ceremony, the ox was beautifully dressed with a long white cloth and ornaments.

Its horns were covered with gold-layered decoration. “The gold decoration reflects glory,” said Raka.

Before heading to the major titimamah ceremony, the villagers walked the ox around the temple three times in honor of Trimurti , the trinity of Hindu gods personified as Brahma the creator, Vishnu the maintainer or preserver and Shiva the destroyer or transformer. The pretitimamah ritual is called mepepada.

After performing mepepada, the ox was taken into the inner part of the temple.

Pura Langgar is a special temple with distinguished rituals and traditions. Built in 1568, worshipers are not allowed to present offerings that contain pork. Meat offerings must be made from chicken, duck and beef.

The history of the temple goes back to the time when an elderly Bunutin king abdicated.

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His eldest son, Ida I Dewa Mas Blambangan, was successor to his elderly father. But after his inauguration as king, Blambangan suffered from an unknown and incurable illness for three years.

His brother, Ida I Dewa Mas Bunutin, took the initiative to perform nunas raos to spiritually ask the cause of his brother’s illness.

“When performing nunas raos, his brother received pawisik [spiritual guidance] to build a temple constructed in the form of a langgar in honor of the king’s ancestors. But it was not a langgar, or small Moslem mosque,” he said.

Raka, however, did not deny the similarity between titimamah and Idul Adha, the Muslim Day of Sacrifice. “I would not make any connection between the two. It is just coincidence that we use an ox as a sacrificial animal.”

A few days before the titimamah, most villagers do not consume pork. “I do it to respect our ancestors,” said Agung Kembar, a resident.

After the ritual was over, the ox was slaughtered and its meat cooked and presented as offerings and communal meals for the village residents. The ox head and hide were wrapped in white cloth and put in the temple pond as an offering from the Bunutin villagers.

The titimamah ritual runs from dawn through to the evening. In the afternoon, the village residents gathered again in the temple to perform the final part of the titimamah ceremony with new hope that they would lead a safe and happy life.

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ombining contemporary chic with a passion for the art and cuisine, bamboo chic at le Meridien bali Jimbaran offers guests an enriched dining experience like no other.

With a natural light-filled interior featuring a beautiful view of the resort’s pool, this 120-seat signature restaurant serves all-day dining with a wide range of unique Panasian cuisine combined with balinese flavors and just a touch of French flair. entering bamboo chic, guests will be fascinated by the interior design, which blends contemporary West and vibrant asian influences. The open kitchen space allows guests to interact with the culinary masters, enriching their discovery through the palate. a blend of unexpected textures and brightly colored accents uncovers a new perspective, while the open kitchen releases the fragrance of locally grown produce and freshly caught seafood being cooked to order. “our menu focuses on Indonesian and balinese fare, with an emphasis on the simple satisfaction of asian street food, as well as a revival of classic dishes — plus Western and fusion selections,” said Novaria Irianti, associate director of Marketing communications for Starwood bali resorts collection, the leading hotel and leisure company that operates le Meridien as one of its internationally renowned brands.

Guests can enjoy le Méridien’s signature breakfast served from 6:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. every day, with an exciting line-up of eastmeets-west concept dishes, such as balinese chicken curry omelet, beef rendang poached egg, brioche pork belly and balinese duck betutu tartine.

Do not miss the chance to start your day with a sensory awakening and vibrant stimulus from the eye opener elixirs. created to expose guests to the most intriguing local flavors, these shots consist of unconventional combinations, such as tangerine, lemon and ginger syrup or tamarind, turmeric, lemon and honey. complimentarily and served at the entrance to the restaurant, they will surely open your eyes and awaken your mind.

Serving à la carte lunch from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and à la carte dinner from 6 p.m. to 11

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“a uNIque SelecTIoN oF PaN-aSIaN cuISINe FuSeD WITh auTheNTIc balINeSe FlaVorS” WorDS DesY nurHAYAti PhoToS courtesY oF le meriDien BAli jimBArAn

p.m., the restaurant offers a wide selection of food, with some of its signatures, including Surf and Turf — salted beef rib, razor clam, scallop in xo sauce, celery and fried chinese donut; wok-fried pork hock with chili dipping plum sauce and pickled vegetables; steamed bun with chili minced duck and fried soft boiled quail eggs with nouc palm; Jimbaran prawns with crispy pork skin and pomelo, tatsoi, chili with lime dressing; the all-time favorite balinese signature of sate lilit from duck, mahi-mahi and pork with sambal matah, soy, chili for the dipping sauce and snake bean salad. bamboo chic also creatively infuses local mouthwatering drinks into the beverage list, such as bajigur and bandrek to name just two.

It also offers a children’s menu featuring tasty options, like fish and chips, cheeseburgers and

spaghetti with meatballs. located right next to the resort’s 1,800 square meter salt water lagoon pool and adjacent to Smoqee lounge and Sky bar — an upper level night club and bar with a view over the ocean poised to be the hippest crowds’ place to see and be seen, bamboo chic also celebrates the finest wines by the glass from Starwood’s Wines of The World collection, as well as presenting an enticing live kitchen show.

“We took the farm-to-table concept, working with our local farm in bali to grow the organic produce we needed to craft delectable dishes. Served with the live kitchen concept, we want to stimulate more interaction with the guests to show them how the dishes are choreographed before they are served to the table. It is the whole dining experience that we

create to engage with our guests.”

To complete the culinary journey, gelato and ice cream enthusiasts are also welcome to Wala, the resort’s artisanal gelato and Illy coffee parlor located next to bamboo chic.

Pampering the sweet-tooth with sugary French treats, Wala also serves le Méridien éclairs, lusciously prepared by the resort’s award-winning pastry chef.

Guests can indulge in an icy gelato or enjoy a cup of Illy coffee in an airy, light-filled space with a view of Jimbaran beach where there are famous seafood restaurants.

The black and white marble flooring, a mosaic tile counter and colorful designs framing the retro wall art conjure a classic beachside ice cream parlor feel, while the cozy wood furnishings make patrons want to stay longer.

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Swimming, private courses. For more information please call 0818 054 19300

www.BaliShoot.com. Affordable commercial advertising photography.

Island Buzz The Holy Crab – Louisiana-inspired seafood delicacies

The Holy Crab is a hip seafood restaurant now buzzing every night in Petitengtet. Already hugely successful in Jakarta, the Louisiana-style ambiance and cheeky nautical look make seafood dining fun.

“I am very excited about the opening of our second restaurant. We will continue to implement The Holy Crab’s three main elements, a wide variety of seafood, our signature homemade sauce and our unique serving style,” said Albert Wijaya, executive chef and owner.

The Holy Crab is a family-friendly environment and is popular with the island’s local and expat residents, as well as tourists.

“The choice of seafood that we offer will range from your everyday-affordable local selections to imported exotic crabs, ensuring that our menu can be enjoyed for all occasions,” Albert said.

“The whole dining experience at The Holy Crab is fun and exciting. Every order arrives at the table in a massive plastic bag doused in the restaurant’s signature sauce. There are no plates or utensils, only shellfish crackers and shell openers, so everyone must be prepared to get their hands dirty.”

Celebrating Chinese New Year with 1O1 Xi Fa Cai is a greeting often heard during the celebration of Chinese New Year and means hope and prosperity. This year’s Chinese New Year was the 2566th. During the celebrations, it is common to see everything decorated in red and gold, lion and barongsai dances, red envelopes known as angpao and ornaments representing the Shio symbol of the new year, which this year is the goat.

THE 1O1 Bali Legian also participated in Chinese New Year celebrations with an Angpao Tree, which had red envelopes hanging all over it. The angpao usually contain a small gift and at THE 1O1 Bali Legian they were filled with nice surprises from the hotel. All guests checking in on Chinese New Year were allowed to pick an angpao from the tree. The enthusiastic participation by guests saw them receive gifts including spa discounts and food and beverage discounts.

This year is the year of the goat according to Chinese beliefs. Therefore, THE 1O1 Bali Legian and Smart Team would like to emulate the positive attributes of the sign of the goat, such as affection, devotion, warm-heartedness and a helpful attitude.

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Promote your event with us! Call : 0361 265 436/7 or email to promotionbali@thejakartapost.com

Jazz and Blues Session Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday From 9 p.m. – 11:45 p.m.

Mannekepis Jazz and Blues Bistro Jl. Raya Seminyak, Kuta : (0361) 8475784 The Lights of Faith - Theater show From Monday to Saturday Starts 8 p.m.

A cultural theater show to feel the magic of Bali in every story!

Kuta Theater Jl. Kartika Plaza, Kuta : (0361) 762750 or Robert 0878 617997

Bali Live Jazz International Festival March 9 - 15 The most happening jazz festival on the island is back!

Don’t forget to save the dates.

Pre-sale tickets are available now at www.balilivefestival.com Taman Bhagawan, Nusa Dua

Events Calendar of Events Jalan – Jalan – Art Exhibition Feb. 21 – 28 Starts 7 p.m.

A friendly art exhibition by Indonesian and Korean artists.

Sika Gallery Jl. Raya Campuhan, Ubud Electric Saturday – Rewind Starts 11 p.m.

Every Saturday night is Electric Saturday!

Mint Jl. Petitenget, Seminyak

Limbo Hip – Where The Night Starts Every Saturday Starts 8 p.m.

Get together with friends, mingle and get down to our DJ’s music.

La Finca Jl. Subak Sari No. 77, Batu Belig, Kerobokan Made’s Warung Live Performances Balinese Dances Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday Live Music Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Salsa Dance Every Sunday Made’s Warung Jl. Raya Seminyak, Kuta : (0361) 755297 Metis Friday Aperochic Every Friday True indulgence at the new Metis Lounge with delicate tapas and cocktails!

Jl. Petitenget No. 6, Kerobokan

JENJA – presents Wally Lopez Feb 27 Starts 11 p.m.

Best DJ performance specialized in dance music JENJA Townsquare Suites, Jl. Nakula 18, Seminyak

Sunset Beach Bar & Grill Every Saturday Chill-out music, snack-style menu, true Balinese hospitality.

Intercontinental Bali Resort Jl. Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran : (0361) 701888

Casa Luna – Music Night by Rizal and Rasendriya Feb 27 Starts 7:30 p.m.

Ethnic rhythms from bamboo instruments, guitar, didgeridoo and percussion.

Casa Luna (Basement) Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud

Watch Worldwide Sports Events Live sports coverage at Meads, watch live AFL, NRL, Super Rugby, cricket, tennis, F1.

Meads Boutique Villas Hotel Jl. Pratama No. 99, Tanjung Benoa : (0361) 776604

Mantra Bali – Beginning of The End Feb 28 Starts 8 p.m.

Mantra last party Jl. Petitenget Raya 77x Sky Garden – Fierce Angel Feb 28 Starts 11:30 p.m.

The finest and fiercest house music Sky Garden Lounge Jl. Legian Kuta, Kuta

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Food & Drinks Canggu Groove Mini café with healthy and delicious snacks.

Jl. Pantai Berawa No. 34, Canggu Paris Baguette Boulangerie Patisserie French-style bakery in Canggu.

Jl. Subak Sari, Canggu

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Kelle Angkringan-style restaurant with a variety of Indonesian foods.

Jl. Tukad Batanghari, Renon

Kismet Café Healthy, organic food.

Jl. Gautama No. 17, Ubud

Paphio Coffee and Patisserie New hangout in Denpasar with excellent service.

Jl. Tukad Yeh Aya No. 112 A, Denpasar

JImbaRan JBay Gourmet Ice Cream The best ice cream on the island!

Jl. Bantas Kangin No. 2, Jimbaran : (0361) 701650 Nasi Ayam Bu Oki Balinese food at a good price.

Jimbaran : (0361) 8052059

KERoboKan Habitual – Quench & Feed Cozy restaurant famous for breakfast and lunch.

Jl. Umalas, Kerobokan : (0361) 9181801 Scratch Serving up Bali’s best comfort foods. Famous for their burgers!

Jl. Pengubengan Kauh, Kerobokan : (0361) 737914

Kuta K22 Izakaya Japanese restaurant specializing in yakitori and seafood, shochu and vodka cocktails Jl. Nakula No. 6, Legian : (0361) 7472324 Master Singapore Famous for the Singaporean ice cream!

Beachwalk Jl. Pantai Kuta, Kuta

SanuR Dusk Blue Fresh, health-conscious menu of tasty food.

Jl. Duyung No. 3, Sanur Soya Japanese restaurant with a casual vibe.

Jl. Danau Tamblingan, Sanur

SEmInyaK Corner House Stylish, cozy restaurant with great food and coffee.

Jl. Kayu Aya No. 10 A, Seminyak : (0361) 730276 Babar Café Serves Indonesian, Asian and Mediterranean foods.

Jl. Raya Basangkasa No. 17, Seminyak

Activities Courses Adjani Bali Learn to prepare a variety of dishes, presentation and garnishing.

Kaliasem, Lovina, Singaraja : 081236232019 www.adjanibali.com Centrestage Music & Drama Music lessons, music studio, drama and musical theater, musical productions and DJ workshops, hip hop and V street dance.

Centrestage Jl. Dukuh Indah, Umalas, Kerobokan : 082144815165 Gamelan Course – Mekar Bhuana Learn more about Balinese culture and music.

Jl. Gandapura III No. 501X, Denpasar : (0361) 464 201 Gaya Ceramic Arts Center Private tutelage for individuals and small groups — potter’s wheel throwing techniques to hand-crafted sculptures.

Jl. Raya Sayan, Ubud : (0361) 7451413 or 976220 Nirvana Batik Course Learn the traditional art of batik making.

Jl. Gautama No. 10, Padangtegal, Ubud : (0361) 975415

Paragliding

Bali Paragliders Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No. 12 A / 99 Blok A5, Kuta : (0361) 704 769 Email: info@baliparagliders.com www.baliparagliders.com Timbis Aero Club Paragliding operations, flight instructors and tandem pilots.

Timbis Beach, Ungasan : 0812 391 6918 (Ketut Manda)

Shopping

Perum Dalung Permai Pertokoan A.11 – A15, Kerobokan Kaja Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 17, Kuta Jl. Raya Campuhan No. 45, Ubud

Nirmala Supermarket Jl. Uluwatu II no. 10 Jimbaran - Phone (0361) 81470919 Jl. Uluwatu Ungasan - : (0361) 705454 Jl. Uluwatu Pecatu - : (0361) 7472303 Jl. Uluwatu II no. 10 Jimbaran : (0361) 81470919 Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 81 Jimbaran : (0361) 4729081

Diving Absolute Scuba Dive paradise in the middle of the Indonesian archipelago and at the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands.

Jl. Pantai Silayukti, Padang Bai : +62 (0363) 42088 Email: info@absolutescubabali.com absolutescubabali.com

Spa

Eastern Garden Martha Tilaar Spa Luxurious, holistic, and culture blending.

Jl. Camplung Tanduk No. 5A, Seminyak : (0361) 731648

Fitness

Celebrity Fitness Lippo Sunset Plaza Jl. Sunset Road, Kuta www.celebrityfitness.com

Papaya Fresh Gallery Jl. Mertanadi, Kuta

Where to go

2 MÉTIS Restaurant, Lounge & Gallery Jl. Petitenget No. 6, Kerobokan Kelod, Kuta : (0361) 4737888 info@metisbali.com metisbali.com

W Presents:

Chez Damier March 7 Sunset till late W Retreat & Spa Bali. Jl. Petitenget, Seminyak : (0361) 4738106

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Nyepi at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali

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From Rp 1,950,000 net per room per night Valid for stays from March 20-22 The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali : (0361) 771 906 westin.com/bali

Menjangan Island SINGARAJA Pulaki

LOVINA

Gilimanuk

Mt. Batur

Mt. Sangiang

West Bali National Park

Besakih Mt. Agung

NEGARA Pura Rambut Siwi

Ubud

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Sangeh

AMLAPURA BANGLI KLUNGKUNG

TABANAN

GIANYAR Tanah Lot Kerobokan

DENPASAR Canggu 5 Sanur Seminyak 2 Legian 4 Kuta 1

Ngurah Rai Int’ Airport

Jimbaran

Tjakra 7 Spa

Pura Luhur Uluwatu

Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana Jl. Melasti no. 1, Legian. : (0361) 762500 pullmanbalilegiannirwana.com

Benoa

Pura Batu Madan

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Nusa Dua

Penida Island

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6 Bali Spirit Festival March 31 – April 5 balispiritfestival.com

Nyepi at Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali

Rp 2,400,000 net/night in a Fairmont Garden View Suite Valid for stay over March 20, minimum two-night stay Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali : (0361) 301 1888

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