My Lombok issue 21 by mylombok

mylombok VOLUME 021

NOVEMBER 2015

A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

My Lombok marks the return of the big ocean liners to Lombok’s shores this month with a close look at what cruisers can expect sailing Indonesian waters via Lombok. We profile Princess Cruises’ amazing big ships and showcase the ideal one-day adventure around South Lombok for cruisers on a short port of call. Also in South Lombok, we bring you all the latest news from Kuta based charity Pelita Foundation, which is hard at work raising funds for a permanent school building to expand its outreach and education projects with local kids. Our featured resort this month is Karma Reef on Gili Meno which is ushering in a new level of barefoot luxury and we chat to Gili Air chef Alexandre Ugolini about his creative Mediterranean inspired menu at Cabellito de Mar. We also champion two very different yet distinctive art forms. We profile painter and designer Jenya Kadnikova, who recreates magical mermaids and enchanting underwater scenes on canvas. Alyt Mambo on the other hand plays with fire on a daily basis. This young Ampernan man is hot stuff - a member of the renowned FBF fire dancing group taking performance art to a whole new level. ON COVER Julie Paz by Lukas Vrtilek

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PLAY

Destination Princess Cruises

Activities Day Trip: South Lombok

Artist Profile Mermaids and Magic

Local Profile Lighting the Night

Giving Back Pelita Foundation

Fashion Safari EAT

Chef Interview Alexandre Ugolini

Recipe Moroccan Meat Balls & Rum Baba

Superfood Spinach STAY

Hotel Review Karma Reef Gili Meno

Social Gili Eco Villas Party Melbourne Cup: Senggigi Style

Senggigi Art Market - Lombok | Ph : (0370) 693758 Lotus Bayview Restaurant Guazzetto

Spaghetti Marinara

Spaghetti Luciano

Sinfonia

Prawns Carpaccio

PL AY

PRINCESS CRUISES

MERMAIDS AND MAGIC

DAY TRIP: SOUTH LOMBOK

PELITA FOUNDATION

SAFARI

DESTINATION

Princess Cruises In recent issues of My Lombok we have highlighted how the island has become a burgeoning centre of marine tourism through yacht regattas and luxury live aboard charters. However, less well known is Lombok’s growing reputation as a port of call for some of Asia’s sizeable ocean cruise liners.

ne of Asia’s largest cruise line providers, Princess Cruises, is back in Lombok with their signature ‘Treasures of Asia’ cruise itineraries. Following departure from Fremantle, Perth, Princess’ ships arrive in Lombok offering nearly 2,000 passengers the opportunity to immerse in the unique culture, scenery and captivating beach vibe that has put Lombok on the international tourism destination hot list. No port call, however long, can truly do the island justice, but it is sure to wet the appetite for further exploration in the future. Other island stops on Princess’ Asian itineraries include Penang, Langkawi, Phuket and Singapore while longer cruises also take in further port calls in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. Highlighting Indonesia’s new found status as one to watch in the cruising world, Princess Cruises has also begun sailing round trip Indonesian ocean odysseys from Fremantle to Probolinggo, Semarang, Komodo, Sulawesi and Bali. A trio of ships are plying the waters of Lombok and throughout Indonesia. The Sun Princess, Dawn Princess and Sea Princess each have their own distinctive characteristics but all feature signature amenities and activities ensuring passengers are well entertained during their voyages. Standout features include facilities such as ‘Movies under the Stars’ – a 300-square feet outdoor movie theatre, ‘The Sanctuary’ – an adults-only relaxation area, and also a luxury spa for blissful shipboard pampering.

DESTINATION

While glimpsing the captivating coastline of Indonesia as it meanders by in the distance, guests can embark on their own culinary journey in shipboard specialty restaurants serving up everything from light bites to fine dining, encompassing a compelling mix of Western and Pan-Asian fare. These include dedicated menus created by celebrity chef Curtis Stone. Aside from cultural discovery on-land in Lombok and throughout a host of other Asian port calls, the voyages feature a variety of additional interactive onboard activities. During Shark Week a schedule of activities engage adults and kids alike with tales surrounding the myths and intriguing facts about these often misunderstood beauties of the oceans, a sure-fire way to spark a renewed interest in Indonesia’s incredible underwater biodiversity. In addition, there is a programme of ethical low impact shore excursions inspired by television’s Discovery Channel and Animal Planet adventures. The ships also provide a daily selection of lively entertainment options including Broadway style shows, dancing extravaganzas and live music. A cruise line of Princess’ stature — part of the world’s largest cruise company Carnival Corp — is worthy recognition for Lombok’s growing reputation as a worldwide tourism destination and the economic impact of regular big ship port calls cannot be underestimated. Not only that, it offers the opportunity for tourists to explore the archipelago more extensively in a more leisurely fashion.

For more details about cruising in Asia and worldwide sailings, contact your preferred travel agent or call our toll free line: (007) 8036510004 or visit www.princess.com Find us on Facebook: princess cruises

ACTIVITIES

Day Trip: South Lombok Where to go and what to do on a whistle-stop tour of South Lombok

ombok's main sea port of Lembar has been quietly growing in stature in recent years, attracting ships big and small. From luxury yacht charters to huge ocean liners, an increasing number of visitors are getting their first glimpse of Lombok from the glorious Southwest. Time is precious for these globetrotting travellers with perhaps just a day to experience Lombok life and its outstanding nature and culture. To make the most of a short visit My Lombok showcases the unmissable highlights of the South, which is also a perfect day trip for visitors craving a change of scenery from the busier West coast resorts.

1. Sekotong Just a short drive from Lembar lies Sekotong, the gateway to miles of near deserted beaches and the 'Secret Gilis" - a dozen idyllic offshore islands. It doesn't take much effort to find a long stretch of sand all to yourself here. Many of these islands dotted across Sekotong Bay offer that unique experience of playing castaway, and, of course, the snorkelling here is outstanding. 2. Banyumulek A short drive away is Banyumulek, one of the three fame pottery centres of Lombok, a traditional village where age old skills have been passed down from mother to daughter for generations. The village itself consists of a long row of pottery galleries in front of village homes where all the hard, time consuming work takes place. In addition to browsing for art, visitors can watch and learn the secrets of Sasak pottery making first hand, and even get involved themselves and have a go at making their own pottery masterpiece. The village itself is known for its distinctive plant motifs, using mostly natural colouring, such as tamarind, to produce the vibrant colours. Aside from a huge range of earthenware household items and art pieces, many galleries stock a variety of other handicrafts including rattan and textiles. 3. Rembitan and Sade The traditional Sasak villages of Rembitan and Sade offer a window into a fast disappearing lifestyle in Lombok. They are worth a visit simply for the architecture alone – symmetrical ‘lumbung’ houses constructed almost entirely of bamboo and thatched with curved grass roofs. These houses are constructed without any nails or the use of metal tools, as it has been done for centuries. Villagers open their homes for visitors allowing them to catch a glimpse of a lifestyle that even in rural Lombok is unique in this day and age. The villagers are expert weavers of ‘ikat’ textiles, using traditional hand looms to create vibrant sarongs and ceremonial garments. Even a relatively simply patterned piece can take months to complete. 4. Kuta Beach Life Kuta Lombok is widely regarded as the epicentre of Lombok's surfing culture with its carefree beach vibes and miles of captivating coastline. This area of South Lombok is home to some of Indonesia’s very finest beaches juxtaposed between secret coves which offer safe havens for swimmers and snorkellers, while an assortment of surf breaks offer waves for all levels, from first time beginners to world class riders. The coastline stretches for miles from East to West, backed by lush forested hills. One of the most picturesque of all the beaches is Tanjung Aan, just a short drive East from Kuta village, which has become of the area’s more popular spots for learning to surf.

ARTIST PROFILE

MERMAIDS AND MAGIC

fter arriving in Indonesia over 6 years ago, self taught photographer, designer and artist, Jenya Kadnikova, has since been on a creative journey which has seen her evolve through many different phases as she learns to express herself through various different forms of art. One of her latest endeavors, oil painting, is proving to be quite a success, with pieces already being acquired by collectors in the United States, Russia, Bali and more. We caught up with the bubbly blonde for a chat about how it all started. What’s your name and where do you come from? Hi! My name is Jenya Kadnikova and I’m from Russia. What is your background? I studied journalism at university for a couple of years, until I finally decided that, well, its not my thing. After that I did a 4 month course at an architects academy studying composition and how to draw with pencil. This led me to becoming a full time graphic designer. A few years later I got my first camera and started experimenting with photography, which I now think of as my main profession. At the age 25 I moved to Bali and after 6 years here I decided to start painting again after more than a decade of not picking up a brush! I’m also trying myself out as a designer with my little brand I call 09ZERONINE, but let’s leave that for another time. Many of us don’t grow up with painting and art as part of our daily life, our routes into the arts are circuitous. Was that your experience? How and when did you say, ‘I’m going to do this’? I tried to work a normal 9-5 as an employee but I just couldn’t do it. It’s just not my thing! So I started following my wishes, which was super scary at the beginning. I felt like nobody believed in me and when I moved to Bali I had no support from back home.

ARTIST PROFILE

But I kept taking pictures and trying to learn English – yup, 6 years ago I didn’t speak a word - and soon my attitude started to change. I met some amazing people, like my boyfriend, who never doubts me, and the incredibly inspirational Veronica Bloomgren – she organized my first photo exhibition, ‘Wet Wedding’. It was absolutely stunning. Similar story with my art exhibition which the amazing Mark Baker helped me with. So I can definitely say: just do what you want – and see where it leads you. What is your earliest memory of creating art? I don’t think its much of an art story – but it’s one of my earliest memories for sure. When I was really little I thought carpets grew, just like grass does. So if you water it, it will grow more fluff. One day my parents left me home alone for a couple of hours, and I decided to water all the carpets in our apartment. You know, just to make sure they grow more fluff. Fin. Perfect studio? I started painting mermaids during my first visit to Gili Air. Just sitting in a gazebo by the ocean with the canvas and some colours using ocean water. This is the perfect studio, if you ask me. At our house I have the whole second floor as my art space. Rice fields view and wide-open glass doors. What themes do you pursue? Underwater life and fairy tales. Mermaids! Magic. Tell us about one useful thing you were taught or told. It’s the story of how I actually started to paint. I just went to the store and got some canvas and oil paint. I didn’t really have any idea how to do it right, but I started to paint anyway. Some very useful advice from the store clerk: use paint thinner! Tell us about one useful thing you learned for yourself. Do not over think. Just do it. Mistakes are experience. Otherwise you may never do it.

What is your creative process like? I love to put colours all over the canvas and just start mixing it up. See where it goes. I never know what its going to be until I finish. Even with a 2 meter canvas, I just start from a random place and let it go. What do you believe is a key element to creating good composition? I love to draw people faces, but with a surreal cartoon-like feel. Behind every one of my painting is a story. It comes to me in the process. But almost all of them start with a face. Where do you go for inspiration? It’s everywhere. But for sure the ocean is always an inspiration for me. And fairy tales. Oh, and books. And friends. The first portrait I painted with oil was my dear friend Dasha Almazova. How has your practice changed over time? It’s always changing, just like me. But I never know how and what is going to be next. I guess I have learned that to get control, you have to give up control. What projects are you currently working on? I have lots of new projects now. I am having a lot of fun with my jewelry and bags label 09zeronine. I also started to make some clothing. The simple idea that you can make clothing and jewelry the way you want it – instead of trying to find it in shops – has been keeping me busy for the last 6 months. I’m in love with this idea! And for the first time in my life I’m really happy with the way I’m dressing up, which feels good. And the best part is that my friends have started asking me to make pieces for them too, which is super cool. They are like my first clients. I also have a 2 meter piece of canvas waiting for me at home… What’s next for you professionally? I would love to concentrate more and more on my paintings and really explore this medium for a while, but it’s hard to tell where my creative side will take me next!

Hardest part about painting? To stop in the right moment.

LOCAL PROFILE

Lighting the Night ‘I like dancing with flames. Fire is the most beautiful thing at night because light is not visible without darkness’

lyt Mambo, from Ampenan in Lombok, is 26 years old and he loves fire dancing. He performs with FBF, a popular fire dancing group, highly in demand for its exciting combination of fire, dance, music and showmanship. The story began seven years ago when Alyt was visiting Bali. He watched a show featuring fire dancers and it sparked his interest. ‘It was both beautiful and scary, and it made me very curious’, he says. ‘It was something I wanted to do’ Fire dancing is commercially popular, but rare and unique, and after several months of searching for a place where he could learn, Alyt became discouraged, unable to find a single person who could teach him. One night, he attended an event featuring fire dancers as the main attraction. His curiosity gave him the courage to approach one of the dancers. ‘His name was ‘Crackle’, says Alyt, ‘I finally persuaded him to teach me to dance with fire, and we started the next day. We’ve been friends ever since, and he’s now a great teacher in our FBF group’. Alyt admits that it was only after about a year of practising that he was able to control the fire so as not to burn himself as he danced. But after mastering the skill, he returned to Lombok where he formed a team, initially with only five members. Their hard work was rewarded and within a year they were overwhelmed

with requests to perform at various shows and events. The team took on additional members and by 2009 had become more like an extended family. The name FBF stands for Fire Bartender Fakir – an appropriate combination of ideas. The 40-strong Lombok group is made up of 15 fire dancers, while the rest work as professional bartenders – some locals, and some who have come to live and work in Lombok. Like the popular image of the traditional fakirs, they perform feats of magic and wonder. They display their skills at the bar – juggling bottles and cocktail shakers (think Tom Cruise and Bryan Brown in Cocktail!) – a crowd-pleasing show that creates a party atmosphere. What is more unusual is the fire dancing. It might be performers dancing and juggling fire sticks in choreographed moves, accompanied by music to match the mood of the occasion, or fully staged shows where dancers in traditional dress spin fiery wheels with spectacular effect. The performances are accompanied by a colourful background display of fireworks and stage lighting – and enthusiastic encouragement from the crowds – to produce an effect that is quite mesmerising. FBF has already extended across several regions in Indonesia – in Lombok, Bali, Yogyakarta, Semarang, Batam Jakarta, Medan and Surabaya – with membership now at about 70 people. The group spends a great deal of time on the concept of the performances, the music and the dance movements – and all

without the help of a professional choreographer. They also practise twice a week. ‘Because we think of ourselves as a family’, says Alyt, ‘there is the sense that every member of our team cares for the others – both inside and outside the group. It gives us strength in the market as well; it attracts people who want to hire us, and those who want to join FBF’. The group performs all over Indonesia. They focus on larger entertainment and privately organized events – at launches, corporate gatherings, cocktail parties, and family and private parties, including weddings and birthdays. Their international exposure includes performances in Australia And Alaska. FBF also enjoys competing. They have taken honours at several Fire Dance competitions at Caballito de Mar; they reached the

Indonesian Finals of Looking for Talent in 2013; and they won first place in the Astra Looking for Talent in Jakarta. It’s not only about experiencing victory. It’s very demanding work, and in his spare time, Alyt is happy to gather with family to relax and enjoy time with them. But his enthusiasm for his work is certainly still burning bright. ‘The slogan for FBF is love and light’ he says, ‘and that sums up what fire dancing means for me’.

The group is available to perform at entertainment events. Phone: +62(0) 817 578 3071 E-mail: alyt_mambo@yahoo.com

GIVING BACK

PELITA FOUNDATION ‘Pelita’ means ‘shining light’ in Indonesian. Pelita Foundation is a non-profit organisation working in Gerupuk village, near Kuta in the south of Lombok. Pelita’s mission is to empower the children of Lombok to reach their fullest potential. The story of Pelita Foundation is strongly tied with that of Surfcamp Lombok, a surf school established by three Swedish surfers in 2006. After living and working closely with the Gerupuk community for several years, they, together with fellow Swede Karin Olofsson, established the Foundation in 2009. Pelita Foundation aims to help break the cycle of poverty that many families in Lombok live under by providing educational programs to inspire children to work towards a brighter future. As traditional industries like fishing are fast being replaced by tourism, it is important that future generations are able to communicate in English, and to participate in the global online community. Pelita runs after-school classes in English, Digital Literacy and Life Skills, as well as a School Scholarship program. Classes are free for all children who wish to attend and are designed to complement and support students’ formal education.

Pelita’s English classes focus on practical, day-to-day use of the English language. Role plays, music, games, reading and writing activities and the inclusion of technology create a fun and interactive learning environment. Pelita students are fortunate to have international volunteers regularly attending classes, giving them the opportunity to practice their English skills with native speakers. Digital Literacy classes aim to equip students with skills to utilise technology for self-learning and eventually generating an income – whether it is by promoting their homestay online, or building websites for a living. In these classes students have access to second-hand iPads set up with learning apps and a semi-reliable internet connection. Students are encouraged to think critically, and to build on their natural curiosity, creativity and confidence. Life Skills classes provide students with strategies for living healthy and fulfilling lives. Classes incorporate mindfulness and stress management techniques, health workshops, environmental awareness, creative expression and much more. Indonesian visitors from various backgrounds are regularly invited to speak to senior students about their life experience and to offer advice for a prosperous future.

Pelita’s School Scholarship program provides both financial and practical support for disadvantaged students who wish to continue their formal education. As many of these students’ parents are illiterate, assisting their children with paperwork or homework and attending school meetings can be difficult. Pelita’s local staff help these families enormously by assisting with these day-to-day practicalities. The biggest challenge currently facing Pelita Foundation is a lack of a proper facility to run its programs from. At the moment classes are held in a borrowed space with limited access each day, and as popularity increases many classes are overcrowded, with up to 70 children attending! The Foundation is now fundraising for a new school building which will contain two open classrooms, meeting and office space, as well as a ‘technology hub’ for using and charging digital learning devices. The new building will enable the Foundation to run more classes, to host workshops or programs with other NGOs and to introduce vocational programs for women. Regular, ongoing donations are also required to keep Pelita’s day-to-day operations running. They encourage local businesses

interested in supporting the Lombok community to contact Pelita Foundation by email. Sponsors are offered the opportunity to have their logo and a link to their site or Facebook page appear on Pelita Foundation’s website. The Foundation is also seeking qualified volunteer English teachers who are keen to spend at least three to six months helping to run and develop their learning programs. Volunteers will gain a true cultural experience while enjoying all the benefits of living in Gerupuk – surfing, swimming, skateboarding, diving or just hanging out with the local kids. Everyone is encouraged to give back and ensure a brighter future for Lombok’s children by donating or applying to volunteer at Pelita Foundation’s website.

Pelita Foundation Gerupuk village, Central Lombok, Indonesia info@pelitafoundationlombok.org facebook.com/pelitafoundationlombok www.pelitafoundationlombok.org

FASHION

EAT

CHEF ALEXANDRE UGOLINI

MOROCCAN MEAT BALLS

RUM BABA

SPINACH

CHEF INTERVIEW

A TASTE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN

Food with Flair

What made you decide to become a chef? I have always been interested in cooking. I was trained in the kitchen, even before going to cooking school, and I loved creating new dishes and cooking them. That was when I realized what I wanted to do. How did your family react when you told them you wanted to become a chef? They were very happy, naturally, but they also warned me that it would be hard and that I must remember that while other people were partying, or on holiday, and enjoying themselves, that I would be working and cooking for them. When you’re a chef, you can’t go out every night. You need to be focused and you need to be sure that a career in cooking is what you want to do. Tell us about your career so far. I spent four years at a cooking school in the south of France, and while I was studying I was also training in Italy, Germany and France – in various hotels and restaurants. When I finished my studies I started working in a cabaret as a cook and waiter. That was great because I like to connect with people; I even did the show a few times! Then I became the assistant chef in the same place.

lexandre Ugolini comes from Avignon in France, where he spent a great deal of his professional life before he was attracted to Indonesia. Now, as Executive Chef, he brings his considerable skills to the stylish Caballito de Mar, on Gili Air. In a beautiful, relaxed setting, Alexandre is delighting guests with a menu that presents his French, Mediterranean and Mexican specialty dishes, alongside local favourites. What is the one dish you love and remember from your mother’s kitchen? My mother’s risotto. It’s made with tomatoes, Parmesan cheese and cloves and cooked very slowly. My mum is such a good cook! This is a dish I can always eat! Even if I am not hungry I will finish it all! When did you first become interested in food? It was definitely because of my mother and my two grandmothers. One of my grandmothers comes from northern France and the other is from Italy, so whenever we had the whole family together, it always involved lots of food and cooking. I loved to help them. When my friends were out playing football I would be in the kitchen helping to cook.

After that, I worked at a hotel and restaurant in Avignon. I also did a cooking course there. The restaurant had its own herb and vegetable garden. We would go out into the garden with the German and Dutch teachers, pick the herbs and vegetables, and then create and prepare the dishes. Afterwards we would sit down together and try them all. I went on to manage a wine bar – the AOC Wine Bar in Avignon – which has really good French products. My next position was at Le Bain-Marie, which is a gastronomic restaurant, also in Avignon. Later, I was the Chef de Partie at Le Vivier – a 1-star Michelin restaurant in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. After returning to Avignon, I worked for the Accor group as an Executive Chef. Then I went to Bali for a two-week holiday, and when I came back to France I made the decision to pack up everything and return to Indonesia. Now I am the Executive chef at Caballito de Mar on Gili Air. How would you describe your style of cooking? My style of cooking is ‘bistronomic’ which is a mix of traditional French cuisine and Asian/Modern influences, in a casual style.

Tell us about your concept for the menu at Caballito de Mar. It’s broadly Mediterranean – a mix of Moroccan, Spanish, and Greek. I include a lot of seafood and fish in my dishes. What inspires you to create the dishes? Well, I love to watch cooking shows on TV. It’s interesting to see what the competitors do. Sometimes they come up with some really good dishes; that often gives me ideas. I also like to eat at lots of different places. I try all kinds of food – from the upmarket restaurants right through to local warungs. I get inspiration from doing that. I also like to go to the local markets; the fresh vegetables and produce are really inspirational. What’s your favourite dish on the menu? The bouillabaisse. It’s a fish soup – poached fish with potatoes and croutons – served with homemade bread and a garlic and saffron mayonnaise. What appears to be your customers’ favourite dish? The Snail Fritters (Cromesquis), the Tuna Tartare, and the Fajitas. What would you say are your favourite ingredients to cook with? I love to cook with coriander and ginger. Coriander brings such a fresh taste to the dishes. You can use it on anything. It’s the same with ginger – you can cook almost anything with it. What does your typical day at work look like? The staff get to work at 7am and begin preparations. I arrive at 8am and check everything with them. We make the bread and start to prepare for lunch. Then we have a meeting with the whole team of 22 –with the morning and the evening staff all together. It’s a great way to communicate, and to find out if there are any issues. Then, after lunch, I take a break and go snorkelling or perhaps just rest. I return to work at 6pm and start to prepare for dinner. Then I leave the staff in the kitchen while I am out on the floor speaking with guests. I like to get their feedback on how their meals were. We finish our day at about 10:30 or 11pm. What is the biggest challenge in your job? Probably communicating with the staff, and teaching them how to be consistent in everything they do, and to be dynamic. Of all your kitchen gadgets, what’s your favourite? Fish pincers. It’s important to remove the every single bone, so that when guests are eating fish they can actually enjoy it and not have to stop chewing every two seconds to remove the bones!

When you’re at home, do you do the cooking? No, not at all! When I’m home I don’t like to cook for myself. I can’t cook for only one person. I order take-out! Are you an adventurous eater, or are there foods you won’t eat or even try? Definitely adventurous! I will try anything. I love to try new things. If you hadn’t become a chef, what would you be doing right now? One of my hobbies is botany – so probably something related to that. I have been trained to work in gardens and I love it. And I love to taste what I grow! What do you like most about Gili Air? It is a really quiet island. I like that. It’s good to be surrounded by nature and the sea. I love being part of the traditional way of living and cooking – going back to basics. It’s great to forget about all the material things in the world and just live with the essential things you need to survive. What do you like to do in your spare time? I like to snorkel and I’ve just started to learn to dive. I like to get on my bike and cycle around the island, and interact with the local people. I also like to travel, so I save my days off and go to Jakarta, Bali, or Kuala Lumpur. I try new restaurants, to get ideas. Cooking is a bit like fashion – you need to keep up to date and try new influences. Other than creating great food, what are the most important qualities that make a successful chef? First, you need to have a big heart – you should like giving, and sharing. You should always be punctual and communicative. Who is your favourite celebrity chef? Hélène Darroze. She is the one of the few female chefs in the world to have multiple Michelin stars. I admire her because she works and is also a mother. She has adopted two children from Vietnam and has worked in Paris and London. It can be difficult for women to cook professionally, in an industry dominated by men; they need to be strong and have courage! Do you have any tips for budding chefs? You have to be sure that you want to make it! Then you must really want to do it! You must be passionate about cooking. It is one of the most difficult jobs to do, but also one of the best.

Moroccan Meat Balls Ingredients Meat Balls • 500 gr minced beef • 1 onion • 2 shallots • 2 clove garlic • 1 egg • 1 tbls cumin powder • 50 gr fresh parsley • Salt and pepper • Cooking oil

Method Moroccan Tomato Sauce • 1 kg tomato • 8 shallots • 3 clove garlic • 1/2 onion • 1/2 carrot • 1 tbls cumin powder • 50 gr fresh coriander • 10 cl olive oil extra virgin • Salt and pepper • Grilled sliced almond

Peel and de-seed tomatoes, cut in small pieces. Chop shallots, garlic and onion and cut the carrot in 2 pieces. Heat olive oil in a pan and start by cooking shallots, onion, garlic and carrots, then add tomatoes, cumin powder salt and pepper. Cook slowly for 15 minutes and blend. Meanwhile, prepare the meat balls. Chop onion, shallots and garlic and mix with minced beef, egg, cumin, chopped parsley, salt and pepper. Make small balls, more or less 50 gr. Cook the meat balls in a frying pan with oil and add it on the tomato sauce. Cook it slowly for 10 minutes and sprinkle grilled almond and fresh coriander on top to serve.

Rum Baba Ingredients Dough • 200 gr white flour • 100 gr sugar • 3 tbl spoon milk • 2 eggs • 30 gr butter • 5 gr backing powder

Method Rum syrup • 20 cl dark rum • 100 gr sugar • 50 cl water

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Mix egg yolk and sugar until it becomes white. Melt butter and milk and add it to the egg mousse. Add flour and baking powder and beat egg whites, mixing delicately. Fill up the Baba mould with the dough and cook for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the Rum syrup. Mix Rum, water and sugar in a pan and boil for 1 minute. When the baba is cooked, soak it in the warm syrup for 10 seconds and keep it fresh. Serve with whipping Chantilly Cream and fresh fruit.

Spinach: Green is Good!

pinach has been the food some people, especially children, ‘love to hate’ – the greens your mother made you eat because they were good for you. When prepared properly, though, spinach is a superstore of nutrients and essential elements for your body’s better health. And it tastes great. Many varieties of edible plant are termed ‘spinach’, including, in some places, unrelated species like silverbeet and various Asian greens. True spinach, which has ‘crinkly’and flat-leaf forms, is Spinacia oleracea and probably originated in central or western Asia, but grows readily in most climates. Spinach is low calorie, with virtually no fat and zero cholesterol. Three ticks. But it gets its superfood status because it’s a storehouse of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Take 100grams of fresh spinach. This amount will give you vitamins A, B2, C and K (for bone health). Did you know that it contains almost twice the daily recommended amount of vitamin A (187%), necessary for tissue growth. It will also provide nearly half of your daily vitamin C requirement. Spinach will serve up magnesium, manganese, folate, iron, a little calcium and, coming in at 18%-of-your-daily-requirements, a significant hit of potassium to help regulate blood pressure! To finish, this 100gram powerpack will deliver 5% of your protein needs, and 8% of your dietary fibre for the day, with a bonus helping of anti-oxidants to help prevent cell damage. To extract the maximum benefits from spinach, think about how you use it. Here are a few hints: • You’ll access all the available iron in spinach, when you eat it with foods rich in vitamin C – like citrus fruits and tomatoes. An easy way is to make a lemon or lime dressing for your spinach and tomato salad. This helps because the iron will then be converted into a form your body will absorb more easily. The vitamin C also prevents spinach interfering with calcium absorption. • Don’t overcook it. That’s the only way to keep in all the available nutrients. The simpler the cooking method, the better. Some varieties of spinach are best eaten raw, anyway. • Buy fresh! You can store whole leaves in the freezer, if you

intend to cook them later, but some of the ‘convenient’ chopped and pre-frozen spinach products quite frankly end up looking and tasting like soggy grass clippings. • Incorrect storage and preparation will drastically affect spinach’s nutritional value – not to mention its appeal. There’s nothing more unappetising than a sad and wilted bunch of spinach languishing in the fridge! It’s best kept in the crisper, in a sealed plastic bag. Hint: don’t wash it, and don’t chop off the ends of the stalks until you’re ready to use it. Cutting, especially with a metal knife, will blacken the ends; even if that happens, the rest will be fine. A lot of the negative attitude to spinach comes from the unimaginative ways in which it has often been prepared and cooked. Spinach that has been boiled to death is a nightmare. It makes an excellent salad ingredient, and, lightly steamed or sautéed, a vegetable accompaniment to any meal. There’s very little reason to waste any part of the spinach plant. The thicker stalks are perfect to add bulk to soups or extra crunch to stir fries. The leaves can be added as you do the very last stir. Try folding chopped spinach leaves into a pasta sauce, just before serving, or placing them in the serving bowls before ladling in a hot soup or curry. The heat of the food will do all the cooking that’s needed. A real favourite is spinach parcels. The larger leaves can wrap up just about anything you like. Secure the parcels with a toothpick, if you need to, pour over your favourite sauce, and bake them for ten minutes. Puréed spinach is the perfect base for a lean, green health smoothie – partnered with your other preferred ingredients. Anything green goes – try it with apple and avocado. And while we’re on the A-words, it’s good with almond milk. Another great combination is spinach with orange and mango. Really! Just use your imagination and keep in mind the hints above and you’ll never look at spinach in the same way again.

STAY

KARMA REEF GILI MENO

GILI ECO VILLAS PARTY

MELBOURNE CUP 2015

LUXURY LIVING

Karma Reef Gili Meno

A beach resort bringing a touch of glam to Gili Meno

requent visitors to the Gilis have no doubt noticed the winds of change sweeping over the Islands in the last several years. Island time in Gili Air and especially Gili Trawangan ticks along at a quicker pace nowadays but the smaller island of Gili Meno still displays its laid back, languid charms. Resorts like Karma Reef has been instrumental in preserving that special Meno vibe while providing all the creature comforts that today’s traveller craves. Karma Reef is part of the globally renowned Karma Group, which operate luxury resorts worldwide, including at Jimbaran and the stunning Karma Kandara cliff top resort in South Bali, which was recently voted the ‘Best Beach Resort in Asia’ by the World Travel Awards. Beyond Indonesia the group also operates several upscale resorts and spas in Australia, Europe, Asia and the Caribbean.

Karma Reef has been a constant fixture in Gili Meno for many years, and as such boasts one of the finest beachfront spots on the whole island. The resort features a row of 10 uniquely designed two story ‘Lumbung’ cottages each with direct sea views and which faithfully follow Gili Meno’s unique template of natural design using tropical harwoods an sustainable architecture with lots of style. Contrasting shades of dark and light wood are elegantly illuminated with mood lighting and natural sunlight (accompany by cool breezes) streaming in from a veranda on both levels. The rustic design concept seamlessly tunes into the Gili Meno’s art of island living, which means uncluttered interior space (complete with an inviting hammock to swing in) and a garden area steps from the shoreline. This rustic cosiness coupled with the captivating views makes for the quintessential honeymoon hideaway.

While Gili Meno’s reputation for quiet nights still endures, Karma Reef’s adjoining beach club and restaurant ensures a stylish night under the stars with a regular programme of evening events and social happenings, including al fresco movie nights, live music performers and stylish weekend DJ sets. It is very much Gili Meno’s go-to spot to meet, mingle and imbibe smooth, tropical sundowners and a wide choice of fine wine and creative cocktails. The resort also boasts one of the island’s finest Mediterranean inspired menus, offering tasty tapas-style bites, imported lamb and beef, homemade pasta, fresh seafood and much more forming a truly inventive and exciting culinary treat for Gili Meno. Sumptuous seafood BBQ nights are also a highlight, with a wide array of fresh fish grilled to perfection right by the sand. Just set back from the restaurant area guests can get horizontal and enjoy well deserved spa pampering under canvas. Intimate yet well appointed spa tents overlook the fine white sand just metres away. The open concept of the spa allows for cool sea breezes, natural sunlight and a soothing soundtrack of the ebb and flow of the tide to elevate the experience. Quality spa services include reflexology, holistic facials, massage curatives an natural spa treatments suitable for kids and teens. The resort will also soon launch a gym tent so you can maintain a fitness regime despite the very obvious temptations to indulge in delicious food. Just a short stroll away from the harbour, the resort occupies an enviable location in front of a narrow strip of white sand with a great shallow reef for snorkelling. Karma Reef offers its very own distinctive take on barefoot luxury in an island setting, but is also supported by the ‘Karma experience’ of authenticity with high-end comforts and meticulous personal service – still an all too rare pleasure on a tropical island the size of Gili Meno. It ticks all the right boxes for a memorable island escape be it a honeymoon hideaway or stylish beach hangout after dark.

Karma Reef Gili Meno Dusun Gilimeno,Gili indah Kec. Pemenang, Kab. Lombok Utara, 83353 Gili Meno, Indonesia

SOCIAL

Gili Eco Villas Party The usually tranquil north beach strip of Gili Trawangan became the epicentre of the famed ‘party island’ for one night last month with a lively 50th birthday celebration at Gili Eco Villas. A Mexican themed extravaganza delighted the crowds who had ventured to Gili T especially for the occasion - from Lombok, Bali and beyond, with a sizeable contingent flying in from Australia. Live music was provided by top Australian band ‘Tijuana Cartel’ while party goers danced, drank and snacked on tasty tapas bites all night. A great night was had by all, while the more hardcore revellers continued where they left off the following day with an equally wild pool party!

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Melbourne Cup: Senggigi Style When two of Lombok’s most popular eateries join together to celebrate Australia’s number one horse racing event, you can be assured an exciting day out matching the timeless heritage of racing with the elegance of fashion. Tuesday the 3rd of November promised just that with the Taman Restaurant and Bakery teaming up with La Chill Bar for the live broadcasting of the 155th Melbourne Cup. Hosting guests from around Lombok, a gourmet buffet lunch was served and live entertainment included performances by local bands and an exclusive fashion show presented by the ‘Queens of Lombok’. Of course, many prizes were awarded to those who made an exceptional effort to represent the true spirit and glamour of the races by wearing their most fabulous gowns and hats, and proceeds from the event were donated to Lombok’s Forgotten Children, who help provide essential aid to the impoverished, sick and disabled children of Lombok.

ASTROLOGY — NOVEMBER 2015

horoscopeofthemonth Aries (March 21–April 19) Others attempt to tie or pin you down. If there is anything you hate, Aries, is people trying to put a noose on you. Your first instinct is escape, your second is to negotiate for better terms. No one claims you are the best diplomat in the Universe since you shoot from the hip and speak the truth. What is your best option here? Well, throwing a party. Of course. Taurus (April 20–May 20) Your apparent success rouses envy from people you consider friends. Naturally you have it all, Taurus, because you have the good sense to preserve your assets. Nor do your friends believe your mundane methods are the source of your magic. The best thing you can do is to keep your head held high and let silence create your myth. Sometimes a little mystery is more telling than the truth. Gemini (May 21–June 20) Always sociable you aren’t used to being at the receiving end of complaints. You are so bright, so charming, so much fun, how can anyone cast aspersions on your character? Well, in this case, authority figures look for substance instead of song and dance. Where you can shine though is putting energy in creating or revitalizing social and business. Get busy. The boss is watching the clock. Cancer (June 21–July 22) You find that kith and kind come to you with their problems and secrets. Crabs like nothing more than to help as long as it involves no heavy lifting. You also find the energy to do a deep cleaning of your home before the holidays. Then what is the problem? You may overestimate your internal fortitude along with your other commitments to successfully complete your mission. Be careful in motion.

Leo (July 23–August 22) It’s not the lion to be paranoid, but this month one of two situations manifest. You find either vital information is withheld from you, or people tell you things you have no business hearing. This not a time for believing anything you hear. In fact, you are much better off trusting your own intuition. When lies and obfuscations are revealed don’t be surprised when others backpedal to save themselves. Don’t get caught in the backwash.

Sagittarius (November 22–December 21) You see the big picture but this month the people around you are all about the petty little details of life. This annoys you to no end because the last thing you hate to do is pay attention to minutia. Fortunately, you can call up your large circle of friends, associates (and lovers) to takeover the bulk of the work. But if want your friends to stay that way don’t bolt out the door when you hand things over to them to do.

Virgo (August 23–September 22) There is nothing that the Virgin likes more than to gain recognition from significant others in their lives. Yes, you aim to please, which is when a co-worker or family member throws you a curve ball you don’t know how to respond. It is best not to add drama to a difficult situation. Don’t give me the “I’m not about drama” line. Virgos do it, only they do it with sexy pouts and sighs. Bake brownies for stress relief.

Capricorn (December 22–January 19) A sudden outflow of money to make a significant other happy makes you cry “ouch.” It upsets your carefully crafted plans to be with less funds than expected. Your little secret is that you often put more emotionally in your grand designs than some people. Will you see a return on your investment? This is one of those times where you roll the dice and hope for the best. Sometimes dreams come true in unlikely places and times.

Libra (September 23–October 22) A little astrological secret here. All Libras have a touch of hypochondria stitched into their personalities. Oh, it’s not overt, say like Virgos or Capricorns, but it comes out when Libra feels ignored or unappreciated. This month you feel that when authority figures demand more than you can produce. Now do you want a few sick days? Silly of me to ask. Otherwise, meditate to relieve stress. Scorpio (October 23–November 21) Things are falling into place for you this month, Scorpio. You are part of an exciting project that will have long term consequences for your future. However, to reap the benefits of the Universe’s largesse you need to exploit the opportunities before you. Keep you mind focuses on your goals. It is all too easy for you to daydream or woolgather when you have important tasks to finish.

Aquarius (January 20–February 18) Precision work and thinking outside the box combine to push you toward your destiny. You know that everything counts now and you question your abilities to get it right. But you can connect with a wider audience and make money doing so. In fact, the only things that is holding you back is a lack of confidence. Boldly go where you have not gone before. Pisces (February 19–March 20) You like to go with the flow, put the boss is putting pressure on you to be structured. Yes, I know. Ick! You wonder if coworker or others are complaining to authority about your refusal to comply. Relax. While some people can’t keep their mouths shut, those in authority quietly back you. Do what you are supposed to and everything will be fine.

This is Lombok! Lombok’s time is here and now, having finally stepped out of Bali’s shadow, showcasing to the world its unique mix of adventure, pristine natural scenery and captivating art and culture. A new airport, international yacht marina and improved roads have made travel to and within Lombok much easier, but it is its untamed natural beauty and traditional charm that captivates. It is an adventure-seeker’s paradise, home to world-class scuba diving, surfing and mountain climbing yet travellers looking for a cosmopolitan beach lifestyle and luxury creature comforts will not be short of options. Experience the best of Lombok with these recommended highlights and hidden gems:

Senggigi and The West Coast Senggigi, just a short drive from the island capital Mataram is Lombok’s premier beach resort, extending along a series of sweeping bays. The main beach strip is fringed by a wide expanse of sand framed nightly by spectacular ocean sunsets. It is a fairly spread out beach town that rarely feels overcrowded yet there is a broad variety of places to stay, eat and socialise. There is a vibrant expat community here with lots of opportunity for sports and leisure, business networking and searching out those hard to find imported goods. Senggigi is the best place to arrange days out and guided trips to other parts of Lombok. The beach road then winds its way north to upmarket Mangsit, dotted with hip boutique hotels and villas among some of west Lombok’s most captivating scenery. In all, the Senggigi area stretches for almost 10 km along the west coast, and away from the main tourist centre, comprises numerous palm fringed beaches dotted with colourful fishing boats.

Gili Islands

The Southwest

A trio of tiny tropical islands off the northwest coast, known simply as ‘the Gilis’ are the goto place for laid-back island life and the simple pleasures of sun, sea and superb scuba diving. Each of these three islands has its own distinctive atmosphere; the smallest is Gili Meno, a peaceful tropical island haven with few distractions other than deserted white sand beaches and a couple of chilled out beach bars. Legendary ‘party island’ Gili Trawangan is largest and most cosmopolitan of the Gili Islands with no shortage of swanky boutique villas, diverse dining and plenty of action after dark. Gili Air, located closest to the Lombok mainland, sits somewhere in the middle of these two extremes and has the most authentic local atmosphere. The enduring appeal of the Gili Islands is the refreshing absence of any motorised transport making for a pleasant alternative to Bali’s congested beach resorts. Scuba diving is still the main draw and it is one of Asia’s top spots to learn the basics and get qualified. For landlubbers, there are few better places to get horizontal on a tropical beach and soak up the unique island vibe.

Lombok’s ruggedly beautiful southwest peninsular is largely unexplored by visitors but is now getting serious recognition with the discovery of superb offshore scuba diving and miles of deserted beaches. The main gateway is Sekotong Bay, located just south of Lombok’s main ferry port Lembar and is the jumping off point for Lombok’s ‘Secret Gilis.’ These small offshore islands feature pristine coral reefs and idyllic tropical beaches for a real castaway experience. Heading south, the coastal road winds its way past tiny fishing communities and secluded bays all the way to the tip of the peninsular where the legendary surf breaks of Bangko Bangko (Desert Point) are found — rated among the best in the world.

Kuta and South Lombok Like its namesake in Bali, Kuta Lombok is synonymous with world-class waves but thankfully without the hassle of 24/7 traffic and infuriating beach hawkers. In fact, Lombok’s south coast surf breaks are more than a match for the best in Bali, and savvy surfers are heading here to enjoy miles of uncrowded, adrenaline-fuelled waves. Kuta, invitingly close to Lombok’s new international airport, is the main tourist hub yet remains a fairly tranquil tropical haven favoured by both surfers and adventurous families. It makes for a great base for exploring the rugged southern coastline dotted with numerous breathtaking beaches. Scenic highlights include up-andcoming Tanjung A’an, Gerupak and isolated Ekas Bay.

Mount Rinjani For an alternative to surf, scuba and sandy beaches, a trek up the immense Rinjani volcano is hard to beat. At over 3,700 meters, this is Indonesia’s second highest volcano and makes for challenging 3–4 day trek but the views are definitely worth all the effort. The mountain dominates much of north Lombok and the caldera alone covers a mind-boggling 50 square kilometres. Most climbers only go as far as the crater rim which offers vertigo-inducing views down into the volcanic lake but the extra effort to get to the summit will be rewarded with views as far as Java and eastwards across to the island of Sumbawa. If this all sounds too arduous for comfort, the mountain’s foothills offer a wealth of leisurely hiking opportunities. Head to Senaru village for easy-going walks through remote weaving villages and dense jungle to uncover a succession of scenic waterfalls.

THE DIRECTORY EAT Senggigi and the West Coast The Ballroom Restaurant +62 370 693 831 www.purimas-lombok.com Bambu Lounge +62 370 693 351

The Corner Boutique Café +62 877 6560 7373 The Drop In Café, Kuta Lombok +62 819 0723 4673 www.dropinlombok.com El Bazar Cafe & Restaurant +62 819 9911 3026

Banana Tree Cafe +62 812 3997 4011

Gulas Garden +62 878 6492 0120 www.gulasgardenkutalombok.com

Bumbu Cafe +62 370 692 236

Warung Bule +62 819 1799 6256

Bawang Putih Grill +62 370 693 333 www.starwoodhotels.com

Gili T Ecco Cafe +62 878 6027 0200

Cafe Alberto +62 370 693 039 / 693 313 www.cafealberto.com

Kayu Cafe +62 878 6547 2260

Café Lombi, Senggigi +62 370 692 085 www.cafelombi.com

Pearl Beach Lounge +62 852 5380 7111 www.pearlbeachlounge.com

Kebun Anggrek +62 370 693 333 www.starwoodhotels.com

Pizzeria Regina +62 877 6506 6255

La Chill +62 819 0710 4040 www.lachillbar.com Lotus Bayview +62 370 693 758 www.lotus-restaurants.com/lotus-bayview Square Restaurant & Lounge +62 370 664 4888 www.squarelombok.com

The Terminal +62 370 638 513 www.gilitresort.com The Thai Garden +62 878 6453 1253 Wilson's Bar & Cuisine +62 370 612 0060 www.wilsons-retreat.com

Le Cirque +62 370 623432 www.lecirque-giliair.com The Mexican Kitchen Gili Air +62 877 6550 3931 Mowie's +62 878 6423 1384 www.mowiesgiliair.com The Waterfront www.waterfront-hotel-gili-air.com

Gili Meno Mahamaya Restaurant & Bar +62 888 715 5828 www.mahamaya.co Meno Mojo Beach Club +62 877 6048 8539 www.gilimenomojo.com

Nectar Island Spa www.nectarislandspa.com

Gili Meno Ocean Spa at Mahamaya +62 888 715 5828 www.mahamaya.co

Retail Senggigi and West Coast Asmara Collection, Lombok +62 370 693 619 Pink Coconut +62 878 6476 4608

Kuta and South Coast

Spas and Wellness Senggigi

The Corner Boutique +62 877 6560 7373

The Laguna Beach Spa +62 370 693 333 www.starwoodhotels.com

Gili T

Marshander Spa & Salon Senggigi +62 878 628 0693 www.marshanderspa.com Puri Mas Spa +62 370 693 831 www.purimas-lombok.com Qambodja Spa +62 370 693 800 www.quncivillas.com

The Taman +62 370 693 842

Gili Air

Gili T

Kuta and South Lombok

Classico Italiano +62 819 1604 3357

Gili Yoga +62 858 5718 7170 www.giliyoga.com

H20 Yoga and Meditation +62 877 6103 8836 www.h2oyogaandmeditation.com

PLAY

Wok This Way +62 817 543 168

Ashtari +62 877 6549 7625 www.ashtarilombok.com

Gili Air

Casa Vintage +62 819 1724 3808

Health & Leisure / Recreation Senggigi and West Coast Pirates’ Bay Cruising +62 821 4500 3903 www.piratesbaycruising.com Scuba Froggy +62 370 693 901 www.scubafroggy.com

Sire & Tanjun

Chill Out Bar & Bungalows +62 370 620 370 www.chilloutbargiliair.com

Marshander Spa & Salon Gili T +62 878 6231 8473 www.marshanderspa.com

Lombok Golf Kosaido Country Club +62 370 640 137

Kuta and South Coast Kuta Horses +62 819 1599 9436 www.horseridinglombok.com Sublime surf retreats +61 423 355 63 www.sublimeresorts.com

Sekotong DiveZone +62 819 0785 2073 www.divezone-lombok.com

Sudamala Suites, Lombok +62 370 693 111 www.sudamalaresorts.com

Lombok Eco Developments +62 817 713 708 www.lombokecodevelopments.com

Indonesian Yacht Charters +62 812 4607 6042 www.indonesianyachtcharter.com

Kuta and South Lombok

Weddings

Hammerhead Hotel and Spa +62 878 6270 5985 www.hammerheadhotel.com

Lombok Property & Investment +62 819 0797 4075 www.lp-i.co

Lombok Sailing www.lombokkomodosailing.com

White Sand Weddings www.whitesandweddingslombok.com

STAY

Gili T

Hotels Senggigi and West Coast

Aquaddiction +62 813 3979 8555 www.aquaddiction.com

The Chandi Boutique Resort & Spa +62 370 692198 www.the-chandi.com

Freedive Gili +62 858 5718 7170 www.freedivegili.com

Jeeva Klui +62 370 693 035 www.jeevaklui.com

Gili Cooking Classes +62 877 6324 8215 www.gilicookingclasses.com Manta Dive +62 370 614 3649 www.manta-dive.com

Novotel +62 370 615 3333 www.novotel.com

Pipe Dream Villas Resort +62 812 3923 9666 www.pipedreamvillas.com

Sekotong

Private Sanctuary +62 821 4741 9919 www.private-sanctuary.com

Cocotinos +62 819 0797 2401 www.cocotinos-sekotong.com

Tate Developments +62 818 0376 0677 www.tatedevelopments.com

Gili T

Charity

Kebun Villas & Resort +62 370 692 999 www.kebunresort.com

Gili T Resort +62 370 638 513 www.gilitresort.com

Face This www.facethis.org

Kila Senggigi +62 370 693210 www.aerowisatahotels.com/hotel/ kila-senggigi-beach-lombok

The Trawangan Resort +62 370 619 4844 www.thetrawangan.com

Gili Meno

Gili Air Gili Kite Surf www.gilikitesurf.com

Living Asia Resort & Spa +62 370 693 519 www.livingasiaresort.com

Oceans5 , Gili Air +62 813 3877 7144 www.oceans5dive.com

The Oberoi Lombok +62 370 613 8444 www.oberoihotels.com/hotels-in-lombok

Gili Meno

Puri Mas Boutique Resort & Spa +62 370 693 831 www.purimas-lombok.com

Divine Divers +62 852 4057 0777 www.divinedivers.com

Kies Villas +62 878 6553 4450 www.kiesvillaslombok.com

NAGAINDO +62 813 5332 9501 www.naga-indo.com

Other

The Santosa +62 370 693 090 www.santosalombok.com

Rinjani Country Club Golf Course +62 828 9703 0270 www.lombok-golf.com

The Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort +62 370 693 333 www.sheraton.com/senggigi

Mahamaya, Gili Meno +62 370 637 616 www.mahamaya.com

Property Aquamarine +62 812 4678 7880 www.aquamarine-lombok.com KUTACon +62 821 4587 2920 www.kutacon.asia

Gili Eco Trust +62 813 3960 0553 www.giliecotrust.com Hairdresser Without Borders +62 821 4745 7186 www.hwb-nonprofit.org John Fawcett Foundation www.balieye.org Lombok Kids Foundation +62 819 1799 9054 lkflombokkidfoundation.wordpress.com Paradigm Water +62 813 3897 6786 www.paradigmwater.org

Kuta Heights Development +62 821 4587 5594 +62 817 6673 983 www.kutaheightslombok.com

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

EMERGENCY NUMBERS Ambulance Phone: 0370 623 489 Emergency call: 118 Fire Brigade Phone: 0370 672 013 Emergency call: 113 Lombok Police Jl. Gajah Mada No7, Ampenan Phone: 0370 693 110 Emergency call: 110 Tourist Police Senggigi Jl. Raya Senggigi km 1 Phone: 0370 632 733 HOSPITALS Harapan Keluarga Jl. Ahmad Yani, Selagalas Phone: 0370 617 7000/617 7009 Risa Sentra Medika Jl. Pejanggik No.115, Cakranegara Phone: 0370 625 560 New Mataram Public Hospital Jl. Bung Karno No.1, Mataram Phone: 0370 645 045 Mataram Public Hospital Jl. Pejanggik No.6, Mataram Phone: 0370 623 498 Siti Fajar Moslem Hospital Jl. Panca Warga, Mataram Phone: 0370 623 498 Anthonius Catholic Hospital Jl. Koperasi, Ampenan Phone: 0370 621 397 Police Hospital Jl. Langko No.54, Ampenan Phone: 0370 633 701 Army Hospital Jl. HOS Cokroaminoto No.11, Mataram Phone: 0370 621 420 Central Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Jen Basuki Rachmat, Praya Phone: 0370 654 007 East Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Prof M. Yamin No.55, Selong Phone: 0376 216 80 HEALTH CLINICS Biomedika Clinic Jl. Bung Karno No.143, Mataram Phone: 0370 645 137 Medika Husada Clinic Jl. Raya Senggigi Phone: 0370 664 480 Sengiggi Beach Hotel Clinic Phone: 0370 693 210 Klinik Prodia Jalan Pejanggik No.107, Mataram Phone: 0370 635 010

Hotel Villa Ombak Clinic Gili Trawangan Phone: 0370 642 336 Jolie Sourire Dental Care Mataram Mall Jl. Pejanggik, Mataram Phone: 0370 668 1797 PHARMACIES Guardian Pharmacy Mataram Mall Jl. Pejanggik, Mataram Phone: 0370 629 921 Kimia Farma Jl. Sriwijaya No.295, Mataram Phone: 0370 633 211 Jl. Pejanggik No.48, Mataram Phone: 0370 638 502 Jl. Catur Warga, Mataram Phone: 0370 634 774 Jl. M. Yamin No.155 Selong, East Lombok Phone: 0376 220 51 TAXI Bluebird Taxis Phone: 0370 627 000 Express Taxis Phone: 0370 635 968 Narmada Trans Taxi Phone: 0370 702 5333 IMMIGRATION OFFICE Department of Immigration Jl. Udayana, Mataram Phone: 0370 632 520 POST OFFICES Central Post Office Jl. Sriwijaya, Mataram Phone: 0370 632 645 Jl. Langko, Ampenan Phone: 0370 631 642 Jl. Raya Senggigi Phone: 0370 693 711 INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS Nusa Alam Jl. Pantai Meninting Phone: 0370 647 514 AIRLINE SALES OFFICES Silk Air Lombok Raya Hotel Jl. Panca Usaha No.11, Mataram Phone: 0370 628 254 Garuda Indonesia Jl. Majapahit No. 2, Ampenan phone: 0370 642303/649100

Lion Air Jl. Sriwijaya No.81, Mataram Phone: 0370 629 111 Merpati Nusantara Airlines Jl. Pejanggik No.69, Mataram Phone: 0370 636 745 TransNusa Jl. Panca Usaha No.28, Mataram Phone: 0370 624 555 CAR RENTAL COMPANIES Lombok Rent Car Jl. Raya Senggigi Km 12, Senggigi Phone: 0370 667 7887 FREIGHT/COURIER COMPANIES Tiki Jl. Anyelir No. 1, Mataram Phone: 0370 633 014 DHL Jl. Hos Cokroaminoto No.53G, Mataram Phone: 0370 639 400 PUBLIC UTILITIES Electricity (PLN) Jl. Langko No. 25, Ampenan Phone: 0370 632 182 Jl. Raya Sengiggi Phone: 0370 693 535 Water (PDAM) Jl. Pendidikan No.29, Mataram Phone: 0370 632 510 Jl. Raya Sengiggi Phone: 0370 693 886 CHURCH SERVICES Bethany Mataram Church Jl. I Gusti Ketut Jelantik Gosa No.23, Mataram Phone: 0370 625 956 HKBP Mataram Church Jl. Gili Air No.4, Mataram Phone: 0370 632 924 Kristen Tuhan Church Jl. Ekas No.47, Mataram Phone: 0370 621 811 Masehi Advent H7 Church Jl. Kom L Yos Sudarso No.16, Mataram Phone: 0370 638 500 Pantekosta Church Jl. Pariwisata No.4, Mataram Phone: 0370 631 219 Katholik Church Jl. Majapahit No.10, Mataram Phone: 0370 634 397 CONSULATES IN BALI Australia (Also consular service for Canada and New Zealand nationals) Jalan Tantular No. 32, Renon, Denpasar Phone: 0361 241 118

Brazil Jl. Raya Legian No.186, Kuta Phone: 0361 757 775 Czech Republic Jalan Pengembak No.17, Sanur Phone: 0361 286 465 Denmark Jl. By Pass Ngurah Raiâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Pemogan No. 852, Denpasar Phone: 0361 821 6979 France Jl.Mertasari Gg. II No.8, Sanur Phone: 0361 285 485 Germany Jl. Pantai Karang No.17, Sanur Phone: 0361 288 535 Italy Lotus Enterprise Building Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Phone: 0361 701 005 India Jl. Raya Puputan No.42, Renon, Denpasar Phone: 0361 241 987 Japan Jl. Raya Puputan No.170, Renon, Denpasar Phone: 0361 227 628 Mexico Jl.Prof. Moh. Yamin No.1, Renon, Denpasar Phone: 0361 223 266 Netherlands Jl.Raya Kuta No.127, Kuta Phone: 0361 761 502 Norway Segara Village Hotel Jl. Segara Ayu, Sanur Phone: 0361 282 223 Russia Bali Kencana Resort II Block Cendrawasih No.18, Ungasan Phone: 0361 279 1560 Spain Kompleks Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2, No. 1 Jl.Patih Jelantik, Kuta Phone: 0361 769 286 Sweden & Finland Jl. Segara Ayu No.2, Sanur Phone: 0361 282 223 Switzerland Kompleks Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No.12 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Phone: 0361 751 735 United Kingdom Jl. Tirta Nadi No.20, Sanur Phone: 0361 270 601 United States of America Jl. Hayam Wuruk No.188, Denpasar Phone: 0361 233 605