Food, drink and nightlife (page 3)
Warungs, restaurants, bars and live music, mostly around Seminyak and Kuta.
Spotting a benchong in Bali
Bali has a Hindu culuture that is socially accepting of many things, including different forms of sexuality.
Balinese drinks
One might say 'Bintang' when asked what a Balinese drink is, but its not really. Traditional Balinese drinks include kopyor (coconut water) which is served with chunks of the fresh meat.
Secret Garden makes LP's SE Asia
Lonely Planet has such a reputation that many small business owners in Bali feel its make or break to get included.
The Life of Ni Wayan Murni: Ubud, Bali
If you ever go up to Ubud then at one time or another you will hear the name Murni's mentioned or even see her establishments there.
Collaborative Cooking by Balinese Chefs
I have always maintained that to get the best original food of any particular island you are travelling in is go to out to the villages and get some tucker there.
Kerak Telor Goes to the Highest Bidder: Jakarta, Indonesia
There is just that little something that makes Indonesian omelettes so deliciously appetising.
Marco Polo and Mie: Indonesia
One of my favourite places to obtain bakso Mie in Yogyakarta was Bakso Itu but unfortunately it has closed down.
The Jamu Gendong: Indonesia
I have a massive collection of articles and in my archives I found this article on Jamu Gendong and it is a follow up to the article I posted yesterday on Jamu.
The Food of Yogyakarta: Central Java, Indonesia
As most of you know, I am a Yogyakarta man at heart and as such love the variety of food available there. Oddly enough though, the food I most often eat in Yogyakarta is Nasi Padang !.
A Food called Maize: Indonesia
One of the greatest delights is to get a corn cob or jagung that is toasted over hot coals, put on some salt and coarse pepper, and then make a pig out of yourself devouring it.
Bubur - The Breakfast Delight: Indonesia
Go into any restaurant or warung in Indonesia, pick up the menu and you are guaranteed to see Bubur on the list. I love Bubur Ayam or chicken porridge.
Vegetarian Tucker in Indonesia
One of the first dishes I ever tried when I first started travelling around Indonesia was Gado-Gado .
Bali Arts Festival: Denpasar, Bali
Yesterday Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono officially opened the 28th Bali Arts Festival in Denpasar. There are 15 foreign countries participating in this annual event known as PKB - Pesta Kesenian Bali .
Sugarcane Blues: Seminyak, Bali
I adore going to exhibitions and especially those of the photographic medium. There is an excellent one at Rio Helmi Photo Gallery in Seminyak on until the July 17th.
AIDS Trend Increases in Indonesia
I can well remember when AIDS first came to the fore rumours abound that you could catch the disease by just kissing and I can recall those awful Grim Reaper advertisements on the television.
Jazz Gamelan Fusion at the Bali Arts Festival
Without a doubt the cultural event of the year in Bali, the Bali Arts Festival is a spectacular mix of culture, passion and performance and will be from 18th June to 16th July.
The Pisang Goreng Delight: Indonesia
Fried bananas or pisang goreng , are one of the tastiest delicacies to devour for a quick snack between meals. Even better, add a couple scoops of ice-cream and it is the yummiest!.
The Three-Legged Bali Dog
Many of you Bali travellers who have been going to the island for a while will still remember the days when dogs roamed the streets of the Kuta strip scavenging for scarps of food and demolishing…
Bali Fashion Week Postponed: Bali
Although not cancelled and rescheduled like the Kuta Karnival was, the 7th Bali Fashion Week has only been rescheduled.
The Versatile Nut: Indonesia
We walk past them on the streets in Bali and other coastal cities in Indonesia, we even walk past them on the beaches and we enjoy eating the fruit. I'm talking about coconut palms.
Kuta Karnival Back on Again: Kuta, Bali
The 4th Kuta Karnival is back on again after it was cancelled in late February. Local businessmen have pushed for the Karnival to proceed despite recent incidents on the island that caused tourist…
Enjoy Masakan Jawa at Plengkung: Tuban, Bali
If you like good Javanese food then head out to a place on Jalan Raya Kuta in Tuban called Plengkung . Their specialty, roasted chicken, makes the Colonel's stuff seem like bland tucker.
Kekeran and a Divine View: North Bali
North of Pupuan as you enter the Kapbupaten of Buleleng along the main Antosari to Mayong road there is a small village, Kekeran. But it is the view from the mountain road that is the attraction.
Sembako - The Necessities: Indonesia
f you have ever read an Indonesian newspaper or watched Indonesian TV, then at some time you will no doubt have heard of the complaints from the Indonesian people regarding the rise in Sembako .
Fair Trade Outlet Opens: Sanur, Bali
Back in the 1980's there was a place just north of Denpasar called Tohpati. It was here, in several adjoining buildings, artisans of all mediums could display their crafts for sale.
Apokat - That Magic Drink: Indonesia
Candika my wife was the first to introduce me to the magic drink (as she calls it) Apokat.
Anderson Tackles KFC in Indonesia
That renowned lady of merriment and endowment, Pamela Anderson, as a staunch animal lover has decided to take on KFC in a big way but, in Indonesia.
The Bali Pomelo Fruit: Bali
I was reading an article in the Jakarta post on the weekend about the Bali Polemo fruit. The homestay where I reside when in Bali, Prawita cottages, has a few of these trees growing in the gardens.
Balinese buffet at Glory Restaurant in Legian
Sunday afternoon Ika, Jevon and I went down to Glory Restaurant on Jl. Legian in Legian, for some authentic Balinese food. The funny thing about Bali is that there are not many Balinese restaurants.
Cheap eats on Jl. Padma Legian Bali
Ika and I recently discovered an inexpensive place to eat in Legian, called Warung Yogya. Actually it was Ika's sister Ningrum, the price shopper, who turned us on to it.
Friday night in Seminyak Bali
Pretty rushed as usual. Its Friday night here in Seminyak and I'm supposed to meet Greg from Florida at Peanuts sometime later. Ika wanted satay, so I shot down to Spaghetti Jazz on Jl.
Atmosphere Resort Cafe: Wi Fi Access in Tuban Bali
Atmosphere Resort Cafe in Tuban now has Wi Fi internet access. That means if you are on holiday with your laptop, you can stroll in, and check out your favorite websites.
Friday night May 26th in Bali
Bali nightlife is active and the 2 main party places are Kuta and Seminyak . Here are a few things going on on Friday May 26th.
Beef and vegetable curry: Joulla's Seminyak
This morning I worked at Joulla's in Jl. Dhyana Pura in Seminyak. The German restaurant has free internet access and is becoming more popular by the day.
Joulla's German restaurant / internet connection
My internet connection was not working this morning, so here I am at Joulla's , the German / Indonesian restaurant on Jl. Dhyana Pura in Seminyak.
Going to Raja's in Seminyak
Raja's restaurant has re-opened in Seminyak. The October 2005 bomb target, now has a massive upstairs location, across the Bintang supermarket parking lot.
Free internet in Seminyak Bali
Sitting here in Joulla's on Jl. Dhyana Pura in Seminyak, I am using the internet without paying for it. Joulla's is a new place in town specializing in German and Indonesian food.
MAX: Mexican restaurant in Kuta Bali
MAX is located on the site of Good Luck, the former surfer restaurant on Jl. Benesari past Warung 96. Good Luck used to have good food, until about a year ago when the ownership started to change.
Megalodon - Restaurant Kuta Bali
Another fairly recent arrival in Kuta is Megalodon, a restaurant situated next to Maccaroni on Jl. Legian. People might remember a coffee shop called Dome, well that is now Megalodon.
ESC - Urban Food Service, Kuta Bali
One of the new additions to the Kuta scene is ESC, a 24 hour snack bar . Located on Jl.
Music at Jaya Pub Seminyak Bali
Jaya Pub lived up to its reputation last night, and I got to rendezvous with my friend Richard from Batukaru.
Jaya Pub: Jl. Seminyak Bali
About to head out to the Jaya Pub, close to the junction of Jl. Seminyak and Jl. Double Six, I checked out what other websites said about the place.
Adzan: A Muslim prayer in Indonesia
Indonesia is the World's most populous Muslim country. Everyday at sunset (Jakarta time), a Muslim prayer called Adzan, is broadcast across the nation on TV.
Guitar player: JP's Warung in Seminyak Bali
Sitting in an empty JP's Warung last night, I was joined at my table by a guy from Sumba. Alfonsus, was part of a duo playing that night and we chatted about the music scene in Bali.
Made's Warung Seminyak Bali
Made's Warung in Seminyak is a great hang out place for visitors and expats. Located on Jl.
Nasi campur in Jegeg Bulan Kuta
Lunch today was in Jegeg Bulan, the handy family restaurant that sits across from Mini Mart on Poppies II. My choice was good nasi campur (mixed rice).
Free movies at Quest for Global Healing Conference in Ubud
Quest for Global Healing is a conference that is going on right now in Ubud at the ARMA gallery.
Balinese snack from Wayan
Galungan means ceremonies honoring ones ancestors . It also means food and this morning a Balinese lady came over with a package of Galungan food.
Mama's German Restaurant: Legian Bali
Mama's German Restaurant is a dedicated German restaurant, located on Jl. Legian in Legian.
Ayam taliwang in Seminyak Bali
Cabe Rawit is an Indonesian restaurant located on Jl. Kunti in Seminyak. The place is never busy, but often seems like a freak show, with very eccentric couples, groups of Indonesian / westerners and…
Kafe Warisan: French food in Bali
Kafe Warisan - French Restaurant Kafe Warisan is a Bali tradtional among expats. The French themed restaurant opened in 1997 and has been a roaring success. Located on Jl.
Nasi goreng
Nasi (rice) is the staple here in Indonesia. I joking ask the waitresses at Cafe Seminyak if they've already eaten in the morning and they gleefully say " Sudah " (already). I ask " Makan apa?
Rumours restaurant Seminyak
Just returned from Rumours restaurant in Seminyak after a great dinner. Rumours is located on Jl. Oberoi close to Trattoria and gained a reputation as a bargain place for western food.
Talking with Raja's staff in Seminyak Bali
Location: 2nd floor space across parking area from Bintang in Seminyak Hours: 8am - 12 midnight Menu: Combo Western / Asian High points: Great view of street and shoppers below. Plenty of space.
Balinese food
Balinese traditional food is different from Indonesian food . In tourist areas you will not find many dedicated Balinese restaurants, but once out of the tourist scene its everywhere.
Cafe Latte @ Cafe Seminyak
Bali kopi (coffee) is dark coffee with grounds chucked into a cup. Its pretty basic but I got used to it.
Papa's Cafe: Kuta Bali
Ika wanted to go to Papa's Cafe in Kuta tonight, so we quickly got ready and motorbiked down to Jl. Pantai Kuta. Papa's Cafe is an Italian restaurant located at the top of Jl.
SuperSize my nasi goreng
Since writing my article on fast food I have watched a movie called SuperSize Me .
Fast Food in Bali
Bali has a selection of fast food outlets for those people who can't live without it. Among the more prominent companies are McDonald's, KFC, Pizza Hut, A & W and Dunkin Donuts.
Vegan & Vegetarian restaurants in Bali
One of my email questions today was to find out if there is a selection of vegan restaurants in Bali. My diet consists of rice, potatoes, veg and meat, so I'm not exactly the best person to ask.
Warung Mimpi: Seminyak Bali
Warung Mimpi on Jl. Dhyana Pura serves Indonesian food with western friendly slant. There is no tongue, chicken heads, or super potent odors.
Beetroot is a winner in Seminyak Bali
After looking at that fat beef sandwich on the BBC website I had to try to recreate it.
Grinding up spices in Seminyak Bali
Indonesian cooking involves using herbs and spices. Ika has a little store of items under the sink, ready for making a sauce.
Kopi Luwak: Popular in the Philippines
Indonesia has some surprising food products and after travelling to Semarang in Central Java I discovered a new one. Kopi Luwak. A luwak is an animal called a palm civet, native to Java and Sumatra.
Tipping in Bali
Tipping is a foreign concept and not part of Balinese or Indonesian tradition. If you get a bill in a warung or restaurant, the staff is not expecting a tip and will no take offense if you simply pay…
Kunti : Japanese restaurant in Kuta
Lower Jl. Legian is the location of a handy Japanese restaurant which is popular with backpackers and tourists alike. Located 30 meters from the bottom end of Jl.
Wrap A Snapper: Fish & Chips in Seminyak Bali
Monday lunch for me was fish & chips at a place I recently discovered in Seminyak. 'Wrap A Snapper' is located on Jl. Oberoi about 50 meter in from Jl. Seminyak around the first bend.
Shops closing early today for Nyepi
Nyepi, the Balinese Day of Silence is almost here and local people are preparing. This morning the staff at Cafe Seminyak were all wearing traditional outfits, ready for ceremonies later in the day.
Tree House: Poppies Lane I Kuta
The Tree House in Kuta is close to Kedins Inn, on the beach end of the street, and today I stopped in for lunch. The staff were nursing a kid about a year and a half old.
Bubba Gump: Tuban Bali
Last Sunday Ika and I took Jevon to Bubba Gump on Jl. Kartika Plaza in Tuban. Bubba Gump in located on the same side of the road Bali Slingshot and All Stars Cafe, in that area.
St Paddy's Day in Bali
Laura and the crew are back in Perth Australia, but I can tell exactly where they are right now, Moose McGillicuddy's Bar & Grill, knocking back pints of green beer and getting sloshed to the sound…
Lunch at Classic Cafe: Discovery Mall Tuban
Leaving it late for lunch today I remembered a place in Discovery Shopping Mall in Tuban, that overlooks the ocean.
Healthy juice at Blue Ocean Bali
Ever since Canucki Chris mentioned the 'boiled orange juice' that I have been drinking after working out, it hasn't tasted as good. Juice shouldn't be boiled, that doesn't sound good.
Pommy Crims mad about gamelan in Yorkshire England
Gamelan music is a signature of Bali. Anyone who has wandered down Jl. Legian at night will of heard the 'glong glong' of gamelan orchestras practicing in banjar pavilions.
Irish music at the Cat & Fiddle Pub in Sanur
This evening I am meeting a whole range of people, including Laura's crew, at the Cat & Fiddle Pub in Sanur.
Warung 96: Kuta Bali
Warung 96 on Jl. Benesari in Kuta does a decent American Breakfast for 9,000rp. I swung by today on my way to get a 15,000rp haircut.
Meeting Laura and the crew at Blue Ocean in Legian Bali
Friday night Laura emailed me and invited me to join her and Mickey for dinner at Blue Ocean in Legian. The time she suggested was 7.30pm so I jumped in the shower and headed down there.
Sandwich at Wayan & Friends in Legian Bali
Wednesday afternoon a sandwich was what I was after. Riding down Jl. Padma I stopped into Wayan & Friends and checked out the menu. This restaurant is open form 7am-11pm and serves western food.
Balinese lady & kids: Wanasari Kelod Bali
Not far from the lady in the sarong (only about 30 meters) was a small road side warung selling drinks and traditional Balinese snacks.
Spaghetti Jazz: Italian food in Seminyak
Spaghetti Jazz is an Italian restaurant located across the street from Bintang supermarket in Seminyak. The owner rides a BMW motorbike which is sometimes outside and the staff are friendly.
Waitresses at Cafe Seminyak Bali
Here is a photo I snapped this afternoon featuring 2 waitesses at Cafe Seminyak. Wayan and Wayan are 2 people who are always a pleasure to see and who always ask about Jevon.
Stroganoff at Rumours: Seminyak Bali
Coming home from Global internet in Kerobokan I was thinking what to have for dinner. Not wanting rice, I chose a place that doesn't serve rice, Rumours on Jl. Oberoi.
Drops restaurant: Jl. Padma Legian Bali
Sunday night after coming bank from Pantai Segara in Tuban I asked Ika what she wanted to eat.
Poco Loco in Legian Bali
Bali has a couple of famous Mexican restaurants and one of them is Poco Loco in Legian. Poco Loco is a big pace that opens for business at 6 pm everyday.
Meeting Chantelle and Moman from Rum Jungle Bali
One of the first bars in Legian was Rum Jungle. One of the streets that connects Jl. Legian with the beach is informally known as Rum Jungle Rd.
Gado Gado at Warung Komangi in Seminyak Bali
Gado Gado is one of the dishes you will find in every warung in Bali. Steamed vegetables, potato, tempe eggs and peanut sauce. Back in 1993, on my first visit to Bali, I ate one of these everyday.
Lunch at Warung Batavia in Kerobokan Bali
Warung Batavia was on the cards today for lunch and I swung in just before midday. Located on Jl Raya Kerobokan close to the top of the Sunset Rd.
Saturday night dinner at Warung Italia Seminyak
Ika and I rode over to Warung Italia on Jl. Kunti tonight as she requested that place. Her brother Awang looked after Jevon for 15 minutes while we rode over and got take away.
Miramar Garden Restaurant: Jl. Padma Utara Legian Bali
Miramar Garden Restaurant in Legian is a smart little place. Walking past I looked at their menu baords and thought I should check it out.
Cafe Seminyak: An expat meeting place in Seminyak Bali
Cafe Seminyak is the place I go for a cup of coffee in the morning. Located at the parking lot at Bintang Supermarket , Cafe Seminyak is open from around 7am - 9pm.
Food related words in Bahasa Indonesia
Here are a few food related words in Indonesian. Air minum - drinking water Asam manis - sweet & sour Bakso - meat balls in soup Daftar makanan - food menu Garam - salt Gula - sugar Ikan - fish Kare…
Bali Bakery: Kuta Bali
Bali Bakery is located on Jl. Raya Kuta at the bottom of the Sunset Rd. They knock out some tasty pastries and do breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Beef rendang at Warung Mimpi: Seminyak Bali
Call me old fashioned, but I like steak and potatoes. I also like plenty of other stuff too, but when either is on the menu I lean towards them. Today for lunch I walked over to Warung Mimpi on Jl.
Poppies Restaurant: Kuta Bali
The modern age tourist industry in Bali really started on Kuta beach. In the early 70's there wasn't much going on except local warungs, losmen (guest houses), surfers and backpackers.
Warung Gossip for lunch in Kerobokan Bali
Warung Gossip used to be a regular place for lunch but it somehow got off my radar scope. Nowadays Warung Mimpi is a stone's throw away and is my 'go to' place.
Temple night at Tanjung Benoa Bali
Drinks over and auf weidersehen's said, another exploration was underway. Riding down the hill and coming to the Main Gate area I rode up to Tanjung Benoa , the point.
Balinese Folklore at Cafe Lotus in Ubud Bali
Cafe Lotus is the restaurant that sits in front of the lotus pond at Pura Saraswati in Ubud. My brief visit the other was very pleasant and I enjoyed the tranquility.
Cafe Lotus: Ubud Bali
Ubud has many great places for a drink or snack, but one of the most pleasant in Cafe Lotus, located on Jl. Raya Ubud .
Warung Enak: Ubud Bali
Zooming up to Ubud this morning in search of something new, I decided to treat myself and my readers to Warung Enak. Located about 100 meters after the bottom end of Jl.
Friendly staff at Mykonos in Seminyak Bali
The other night I went over to Mykonos on Jl. Oberoi for a quick bite. Sitting outside 3 staff (1 man and 2 girls) came over and started chatting.