Bali Books & Guides
Book Review: The Secrets of Balinese Cuisine
Many people in Bali and elsewhere will be delighted to read this book because they will have already sampled the delectable fare offered in Heinz von Holzen’s restaurant, Bumbu Bali in Tanjung Benoa, which is generally regarded as the only truly authentic Balinese restaurant in the whole of the island. Many have tried to copy the concept and one restaurant in Ubud has even taken the same name but has not managed to achieve the same standard.
Date: May 19th, 2008 |
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Guide books for Bali
For a first time visitor to Bali there are a number of books and guides available to help you understand and appreciate your Bali experience. Bill Dalton, the well known author of the Indonesia Handbook, the 1000+ page travel guide suggests simply reading a few books on the culture, history as well as some good novels, to understand the island and its people.
Date: November 1st, 2007 |
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Bali: Paradise Lost? - Inside Kerobokan jail
‘Bali: Paradise Lost?’ is the title of a new book, by author Emma Tom. The book discusses the Bali tourist industry, Balinese people’s relationship with the Javanese, who often own land here and Australia’s part in the whole show. The book also talks about Schapelle Corby and the Bali Nine.
Date: November 14th, 2006 |
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New shopping guide to Bali & Lombok
Popular guidebook Shopsmart will launch its Bali & Lombok edition in Australia from early November. This latest title is the second of the series with the first, Shopsmart Singapore launched in 2004.
Date: September 15th, 2006 |
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Culinary Map to be Released
So often when my stomach reminds me that it is time to eat, I ponder for at least half an hour in making a decision on a destination for my choice of repast. Of course, in the main, I am never disappointed with my final choice. When I at home in Yogyakarta it is easy because I hit the street stalls of which there are many. But, in Bali one is spoilt for choice. Do I eat upmarket, warung or from the kaki lima. I was pleased to read today that a culinary map is due to be released and will be available at most places. This is an excellent idea for first-time visitors who are often bewildered by the island’s number of eateries and where to go. But, it’s not only the greenies that will benefit. Often people have said to me ‘Have you been to such-and-such a place. It’s near that other place’. Now all I have to do is look at a map!.
Date: May 12th, 2008 |
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Periplus Bali Street Atlas
There are a variety of maps available for visitors to Bali, including paper map, plastic maps, guidebooks with maps of the island eyc. The most detailed map of Bali, that is widely available is the Periplus Bali Street Atlas.
Date: November 27th, 2006 |
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Bali web sites
Type ‘Bali’ into Google, and you get an avalanche of monkeys, all trying to flog villas. Who comes up #1? I don’t know and don’t really care, but there are many sites on the web, that carry good info about Bali.
One of my guide books, ‘The Natural Guide’ has an extensive list of Bali web sites that you may find useful.
Date: October 17th, 2006 |
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Magazines in Bali: Hello Bali
Hello Bali is a locally produced magazine, that contains a wide variety of information, and articles about life in Bali. I always flick through Hello Bali, when I’m in an office or restaurant waiting to be served. You’ll find many local businesses carry this magazine for customers to read.
Date: August 24th, 2006 |
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