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POD CHOCOLATE Pod Chocolate Factory & Cafe provides the ultimate chocolate experience. Nestled between rice paddies and the Ayung River on the grounds of Bali Elephant Camp in Carang Sari village, Pod uses locally grown organic cocoa pods to produce a limited amount of high quality handmade chocolates. Step into chocolate heaven as beans are roasted and hot liquid chocolate is tempered on granite tables and then carefully transformed into bars, pralines and even chocolate lipstick. The glass-fronted kitchen adjoins the café, so once you’re done filling up on chocolate you can relax with one of the signature hot or iced chocolate drinks made with pure Pod chocolate or some of Bali’s best coffee (all while elephants stroll by below you). It’s a mix of natural, healthy chocolate with a solid dose of style and decadence. Best of all Pod is helping local farmers fight pests naturally and grow organic while providing premium pricing to support the local community and help put Bali on the global chocolate map – we call that Pod-tastic! Jalan Tukad Ayung, Carang Sari, Ubud, Bali www.pod-chocolate.com
BISTROT
The Bistrot has only just opened its gleaming glass doors and is a seductive, stylish addition to the busy scene on Bali’s Jalan Laksmana, or Eat Street, in Seminyak. From the exposed brick walls, antique decorative telephones and semi-open kitchen downstairs through to the more comfy dining lounges upstairs, heavy wooden floors and gorgeously done bathrooms. For now, the menu is fairly classic French and international focused, with starters such as beef carpaccio. Mains are seafood heavy) with plenty of meat options as well! Jl.Kayu Aya No. 117 Seminyak Kuta - Bali +62 361 738 308 www.bistrot-bali.com
OAZIA SPAVODKA LOBSTER BAR
HOBO STORE An intelligent, informed and exceptionally modern celebration of Indonesia’s artists and artisans. An opportunity to work alongside and promote some of the worlds most talented craftsman and the richest of textiles and materials. With a massive variety of capabilities for both mass production and high quality bespoke products, HOBO is a rare species in today’s international home accessories and furniture market Jl Raya Kerobokan No. 105 Seminyak +62 361 733 369 Jl Kayu Cendana No 8B, Seminyak, +62 361 738 454 www.thehobostore.com
A place unlike any other We are overly excited to welcome old and new friends at a place unlike any other, a place where people fall in love, a place where miracles happen! And – oh yes, the food will be sexier than ever before! Drop in for Lobster, Martinis and mellow tunes - soulful sips and fabulous flirts! Enjoy as the Djs work the golden glow of the Emulator! Jl. Raya Kerobokan 51x, Bali +62 361 847 60 77 www.oaziaspavodka.com
MEDITERRANEAN MUSSELS Indulge your senses and enjoy our sizzling menu of Mediterranean Mussels! Every Friday from 6PM at Starfish Bloo
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2ND ANNIVERSARY
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Be part of an ultimate pit stop of stylish fashionistas and sophisticated travelers with stunning beats from DJ Sandy Rivera (Kings of Tomorrow) (NYC), a rhythm for the eye fashion show and urban landscape inspired murals by an American Graffiti Artist, Alec Monopoly. Explore more at www.wretreatbali.com
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FLAVOR OF THE MONTH DAZZLING GLITZ AT IDR 1.7M++/ PERSON
AWAY SPA W BALI IS CELEBRATING IT’S 2ND ANNIVERSARY! GET READY FOR THE PARTY! BOOK ANY 60MIN MASSAGE + A GLITTERY DIAMOND DUST BODY POLISH AND ENJOY A 24K GOLD WRAP ON US!! – THE BEST WAY TO PAMPER & SHINE BRIGHTLY IN THE LIMELIGHT!!!
NYEPI PACKAGE
If that peaceful New Year, new you feeling is already a distant memory join us for Nyepi a Balinese “Day of Silence” 12 March 2013
WONDERFUL GARDEN VIEW RETREAT FROM IDR 2,000,000++ SPECTACULAR OCEAN GLIMPSE RETREAT FROM IDR 2,500,000++ SPECTACULAR OCEAN FACING RETREAT FROM IDR 2,800,000++ MARVELOUS ONE BEDROOM POOL VILLA
CFDA Hotels Worldwide is proud to announce a fashion forward partnership with CFDA {FASHION INCUBATOR}, the newest program from the Council of Fashion Designers of America that provides a creative professional environment to foster promising fashion talent and helps the selected designers grow and sustain their businesses. In addition to financial support, W Hotels will also bring a new element of global exposure to CFDA {FASHION INCUBATOR} designers through its portfolio of 42 hotels and retreats around the world as well as deep-reaching digital and brand marketing channels. Serving as an important step in growing the designers’ businesses, this new partnership will mark the first opportunity the CFDA has had to showcase the {FASHION INCUBATOR} beyond the borders of New York City
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