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The taste of Indonesia at The Arsana Restaurant

The taste of Indonesia at The Arsana Restaurant

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Set in front of the Alila Seminyak, the Arsana Restaurant is the latest addition to Bali’s culinary world focusing solely on authentic Indonesian cuisine and a purpose of educating the public on what the true ‘taste of Indonesia’ is really all about.  Indonesian cuisine has been in the spotlight on the island of Bali for some time now, but only a handful of players pay close attention to the concepts they wish to present or to the quality of the dishes they offer. The Arsana Restaurant Bali is one of the few that seeks to bring out nothing but the best renditions of traditional Indonesian recipes combining interesting presentations with exquisite well rounded tastes. The restaurant has appointed one of Indonesia’s internationally acclaimed culinary experts, William Wongso, as their C...
Diverse Seaside Delight AT AZUL BEACH CLUB

Diverse Seaside Delight AT AZUL BEACH CLUB

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Playful, bold, unique and fresh, Azul Beach Club brings another level of experience to epicurean diners on the island of Bali. This magnificent beachfront venue is a lovely getaway, offering a sense of discovery on three levels; dining, cocktail culture and tropical shoreline atmosphere.  Azul Beach Club is located just in front of Padma beach, Legian and overlooks the deep blue of the Indian Ocean. The club differentiates itself from other seaside venues with its graceful quality and presentation. Here on offer is a casual experience where guests can lounge, dine, unwind or host exclusive private events by day or night. Highly interactive chefs, chic savvy service and charismatic DJ talent are part of the mood enhancement of this already perfect venue. The culinary team of Azul B...
Tropical Paradise Visage AT FINNS BEACH CLUB

Tropical Paradise Visage AT FINNS BEACH CLUB

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There is something quite remarkable about the breathtaking beachfront aspects of Canggu from the Finns Beach club. This is because as wonderful as the views are, one is just as overwhelmed by the serene luxury that the club invites visitors to relax in while facing the famed Berawa Beach from a shore side lounge.  Built from sustainable bamboo material, Finns Beach Club is a one-stop beach getaway supported by relaxing facilities that include the comfort of single and double day beds on a white sandy beach and a stunning 30-meter infinity edge pool with swim-up bar and underwater speakers. An open-air bamboo pavilion dining area provides a casual yet classy setting for meals. Two bars and a sunset lounge on the second level are further venues where one can chill out and relax over ...
Traditional Chic Treat AT BATIK RESTAURANT BAR

Traditional Chic Treat AT BATIK RESTAURANT BAR

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In love with Batik? You’ll love the Batik Restaurant Bar then. Here great Southeast Asian food is served while guests are fascinatingly informed of the traditional art of Batik  As one of the newest additions to Seminyak, Batik presents a sensual selection of Asian dishes from its delightfully decorated colonial building. The décor, fittings and fixtures are head turning while the atmosphere here is one of colourful joy. The combination of good light, colour and sensational food puts Batik at the top of its game. The open food bar focuses on Indonesian, Vietnamese, and Thai dishes. Gluten free and vegetarian friendly dishes are available and exciting. Throughout the restaurants three dining areas there are displays of batik, the tools and products required for this art and general...
Latin Grilled Goodness AT PAPAGAYO BRAZILLIAN BBQ CHURRASCARIA

Latin Grilled Goodness AT PAPAGAYO BRAZILLIAN BBQ CHURRASCARIA

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Seated on the side of Petitenget area, a couple of meters before the entrance to Batubelig, Papagayo is one of the recommended culinary selections in Seminyak. Featuring two dining spaces - cozy indoor and scenic outdoor. There is a view here of uninterrupted paddy fields and the restaurant aims to appeal to all guests by providing a comfortable yet unique dining experience. Heralding itself as a Brazillian BBQ Churrascaria, Papagayo wants to introduce the South American ways of eating to Bali’s visitors and culinary enthusiasts; Churrascaria, or often referred as Churrasco, actually translates to ‘Barbecue’. There is a unique cultural service method for this fare. Passadores (meat waiters) come to the table with knives and a skewer, on which are speared certain kinds of meat. In Papaga...
Urban Heritage Dine AT JI AT BALE SUTRA 1706

Urban Heritage Dine AT JI AT BALE SUTRA 1706

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The collection of heritage items has been an on going passion for the Hotel Tugu Bali in Canggu since its founding day. Just recently this luxury boutique hotel and antique preservation centre expanded its facility by launching the JI At Bale Sutra 1706 . The restaurant was created as a sophisticated urban dining venue to cater in style and class for leisure and business travellers alike.  As a part of Hotel Tugu Bali in Canggu, JI At Bale Sutra 1706 also shares the same passion for the Hotel Tugu Bali. In fact, it is the only restaurant that is known to house an original ancient Kang Xi period temple from the 17th century. The temple structure is integrated to Ji’s main dining room where other interesting objects form all over Indonesia are stored. Here paintings, vintage photos an...