THE INSIDER EYE
MAY 2013
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MERAH PUTIH RESTAURANT
Named after the two bold and vibrant colours of the national flag, Merah Putih is a celebration of Indonesia; it’s cuisinem, culture, design and people. Merah Putih is Bali newest and most complete Indonesian dining experience, set in a sumptuous environment and created around a simple concept: to provide an exceptional culinary adventure regardless of the time, day weather conditions. Merah Putih provides a space for dining like no other in Indonesia and a menu that will both comfort purists and delight more adventurous dinner. At Merah Putih the grandeur of the architecture is balanced by atmosphere of intimacy once you are seated. Importantly, no matter when you visit, the fantastic impact of the surrounds will be fully felt; there’s no flurry of re-organisation required when the bali monsoon hits.
traditional ceremonial baskets, allow for a more personalised experience on special occasions and private gatherings. The menu at Merah Putih is separated into two section, each presenting an opportunity to discover a different kind of Indonesian cuisine. In the ‘traditional’ section, unpretentious, simple cooking procedures highlighted the refined of regional dishes using specially selected tender meats, locallly sourced produced and the very best aromatic spices. In the ‘baru’ or ‘modern’ section you’ll find imaginative culinary creations, which take as their basis the best Indonesian’s traditional ingredients. Jalan Petitenget No 100x, Kerobokan - Bali 80361
The main dining area seats 140 people comfortably across the main floor and another 24 in three teak pods on a mezzanine. The pods, inspired by
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NAUGHTY NURI’S WARUNG Naughty Nuri’s Warung/Batubelig has been rocking since September 2010. Sister branch to the infamous Nuri’s in Ubud, the branch in Batubelig offers a front terrace, an indoor dining area and lush back garden terrace for all our naughty gourmands. Prominently displayed is a naughty blackboard for those who have drank four or more martinis to sign, graffiti blackboards in the bathrooms to scribble on a foosbal table for regular tournaments. There really is nothing like warung anywhere else! Jalan Batubelig 41, Kerobokan, Bali +62 361 847 6722 mail@naughtynurisbali.com www.naughtynurisbali.com
MOTEL MEXICOLA
Nestled amongst the coco palms and glassy swells of Seminyak, Bali, lives the tropical oasis known as MOTEL MEXICOLA. Put your thinking shoes on and envision the lovechild of 1960s Acapulco and Ricky Ricardo (from “I Love Lucy”) on a belly full of Huichole endorsed Peyote and seven lashings of Mezcal. Hopefully you are not thinking of a motel in Miami with an all you can eat buffet?! Rest assured we are not your average Motel and if you want to sleep over, then try your luck. At least until there is some sort of reform on marriage, we propose the sacred union between you “the customer” and us, “the-f$%&-yeah-amazingantojeria-and-tequileria”. Renowned Chiapas “chiapaneco” chef, Silverio Martinez, brings his “espirítu salvaje” to the plate and straight into your cake hole. With modern takes on “Comida Mexicana” traditional plates, to modern attacks on humble tasty-as-$%* street food and morsels. This is not to forget the booze and liquor - Nicolaza Que Pasa knows where to add the salt, where to put the tajín and exactly how much limon cabrone. So........ So the menu will be staring proper tacos, proper tostadas, aguachile, quesadillas and other legit antojitos (that’s tapas). And it will make all the nachos and grey burritos you’ve ever ate look like the decaying corpse of Hernán Cortés. After one try of our saliva-triggering food you will probably be happy to eat it off the ground! We do. Saludos – EAT-AT-MEXICOLA Jalan Kayu Jati No. 9 Seminyak, Bali +62 361 736 677 motelmexicola@gmail.com
HAPPENINGS Timo Weiland and Alan Eckstein, the designers behind Timo Weiland and Whitney Pozgay, the designer of contemporary women’s collection WHIT, will separately travel to W Retreat & Spa Bali, set on one of Bali’s most famous beaches. Timo Weiland reflects the designer’s personal aesthetic, sensibilities and broader desire to spur a return to the art of dressing. WHIT specializes in beautiful modern clothing with a fun whimsical twist. Her silhouettes celebrate color and are made to mix and match to incorporate your personal style.
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CHOCOLATE MOJITO MYERS PLATINUM WHITE, CRÉME DE CACAO WHITE, CHOCO MINT LEAF, HOMEMADE CHOCO MOJITO SYRUP SERVED WITH GRATED CHOCO
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CHOCO OLD FASHION JIM BEAM BLACK BOURBON INFUSED CHOCOLATE, ORANGE BITTERS, ORANGESLICE, CHERRY MARANCHINO AND GOMME SERVED WITH ORANGE MARSHMELLOW, CHERRY SOAKED WITH WHITE CRÉME DE CACAO CHOCO BERRY MARTINI W MADE CHOCOLATE BELUGA VANILLA VODKA, STRAWBERRY, LIME AND GOMME
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SERVED WITH STRAWBERRY DIPPED CHOCOLATE CHOCOLATE CHILI MARGARITA W MADE CHOCOLATE JOSE QUERVO, COINTREAU, LIME JUICE, GOMME AND CIPOTALLE
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SERVED WITH SPICED CHOCOLATE LIPS
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W FILM CLUB W RETREAT & SPA BALI – SEMINYAK LAUNCHES W FILM CLUB, INTRODUCING AND EXPLORING A NEW WAY TO WATCH SHORT FILMS CENTERED ON DIFFERENT THEMES.
SAVE THE DATE: WEDNESDAY 12/6/13
W FILM CLUB To launch inaugural W Retreat & Spa Bali - Seminyak’s monthly film club, a selection of short films exploring fashion and moving image will be screened on Wednesday 12 June 2013. Fashion films are a unique opportunity for musicians, filmmakers and designers to collaborate without boundaries. As such a evocative medium, film provides a creative outlet for designers to communicate their ideas and influences. From traditional storytelling to more experimental film projects fashion designers have embraced short film in
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a digital age to engage and excite new audiences. If you have a film and you would like it to go into the running to be screened at W Retreat & Spa Bali Seminyak’s monthly film club, please visit The Small Pitch Room at thesmalls.com/pitch-room.
RETOX SPA BREAK Join us for a Signature Retox Cocktail. As you sip on a cocktail, your spa mixologist will pamper you with our Red Carpet Manicure or Pedicure in the stunning lounge. Available from 12 – 5PM only!
WHAT’S HOT ?
MISSONI OZAN LARGE ZIGZAG SATEEN CUSHION A technicolor cushion can instantly brighten up any living space - we love Missoni Home’s ‘Ozan’ version. Woven in the label’s iconic zigzag pattern, this oversized design will look chic propped on your sofa or chaise.
MARC BY MARC JACOBS SHORTY DOG IPHONE CASE
Animals are the fashion pack’s best friend, and this Marc by Marc Jacobs black and white Boston Terrier iPhone case will playfully show your love. Slip it on your cell and carry it as the perfect companion to a chic city look.
MULBERRY’S LEATHER APPLE KEY FOB
Get your fashion five-a-day with Mulberry’s juicy apple key fob. This playful leather accessory is the perfect way to brighten up your everyday wardrobe and would make a great gift for fans of the label.
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