Spice

For those looking to delight the senses with finest whiskey, Batique located at Alila Villas Uluwatu is indeed the place to go.  Batique is new on the scene, having just opened its door in January that houses one of the most extensive collections of single malt whiskies on the island, including some real rarities that will tantalise the senses of ardent whisky lovers. These liquid treasures are complemented by some variety of fine cigars, allowing guests to indulge in the exquisite tradition of this timeless pairing. Besides savouring their favourite tipple, guests can expand their palate with a specially curated “Whisky Journey” tasting experience guided by Batique’s resident whisky sommelier, who will take them through a sampling of impeccable selections spanning different...

To celebrate the hotel’s first anniversary in April, Meliá Chiang Mai, the first five-star hotel to open in Chiang Mai presents a variety of exciting new experiences to mark the milestone including a purple-themed afternoon tea, roast dinner buffet and spa journey dedicated to coconuts. Ruen Kaew Lounge will serve Summer Purple Afternoon Tea, a new afternoon tea for two that is available daily from 1 April until 30 June 2023 at 2pm - 5pm. Crispy butterfly pea flowers with purple hummus, lavender mousse with mirror glaze and purple potato mont blanc are among the visually compelling savoury and sweet treats served with a selection of teas or freshly brewed coffee. Replete with slow-roasted beef tenderloin, whole roast chicken, and braised lamb shanks, Laan Na Kitchen will host...

Bulgari Resort Bali under the guidance of the new Executive Chef, Stefano Nicodemo, reveals its latest collection of handmade precious chocolates, II Cioccolato.  A special Balinese cacao chocolate praline, inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal is introduced alongside the II Cioccolato classic flavours marking both the launch & San Valentino day. Giving back and tapping into more sustainable practice, the praline is 100% made from Bali local chocolate sourced from West Bali, where II Cioccolato maitre chocolatier visited the cacao farm in Bali in 2022 to develop Bulgari II Cioccolato original cacao blend. An assessment is currently in progress where the chocolate blend will be the first fair trade certified cacao in Indonesia. Starting from 14 Februa...

Recently nominated for Cambodia’s Top 30 Bar Awards, The iconic Elephant Bar at the 90-year-old Raffles Hotel Le Royal offers a new “World Gin Tour” showcasing highlights from one of Southeast Asia’s most diverse and thoughtfully curated gin collections. The yearlong “World Gin Tour” spotlights select labels from Elephant Bar’s collection of more than 150 distinctive gins from around the world. Whether classic concoctions or modern inventions, Elephant Bar’s expert bartenders can make them all. Each month the bar will introduce a new special cocktail menu featuring refreshing drinks made with a different country’s gin, in addition to a “gin masterclass” that includes cocktail flights for two hours highlighting the featured gin (priced at $28). Upcoming stops on the tour include A...

The new contemporary island look of Ikan situated at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali promises to take your culinary journey and cocktails soiree to a higher level. One of the latest additions to the Nusa Dua culinary scene, Ikan or Fish in English is a beachfront casual eatery by day and an elevated dining destination by night, serving a delectable array of fresh seafood and Indonesian-inspired cuisine. Having undergone a complete revamp, the restaurant provides a one-of-a-kind destination to dine, drink and savor life at its best.  You will definitely find the new ambiance and décor are more comfortable and inviting.  The restaurant is divided into different seating arrangements to suit individual guests and groups’ needs. Guests are welcome to enjoy an aperitif at th...