Bali News

The latest from across the island, updated every 30 minutes.

Balinese Cuisine: How Food Tells the Island's Cultural StoryFood & Drink

Balinese Cuisine: How Food Tells the Island's Cultural Story

Bali's culinary traditions run far deeper than restaurant menus, reflecting centuries of ritual, local farming, and ancestral wisdom. Visitors seeking authentic experiences can now reconnect with the island's food forests and traditional cooking methods through immersive experiences.

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Café Lotus: Ubud's Historic Temple Dining with Traditional Dance ShowsFood & Drink

Café Lotus: Ubud's Historic Temple Dining with Traditional Dance Shows

Experience authentic Balinese culture at Café Lotus, a 40-year-old institution in Ubud's heart. Dine overlooking sacred lotus ponds while watching gamelan orchestras and traditional dance performances.

Aug 5

Ganesha Ek Sanskriti Opens Ninth Bali Location in JimbaranFood & Drink

Ganesha Ek Sanskriti Opens Ninth Bali Location in Jimbaran

Indonesia's acclaimed Indian restaurant brand launches at Samasta Lifestyle Village, blending authentic subcontinental cuisine with Balinese architecture. Diners can enjoy signature dishes while watching daily Barong Dance performances.

Aug 3

Luigis Canggu Reinvents Itself While Keeping Its Rebellious EdgeFood & Drink

Luigis Canggu Reinvents Itself While Keeping Its Rebellious Edge

The iconic Canggu restaurant continues to evolve and adapt to Bali's changing dining landscape. Luigis proves that legendary establishments can transform without losing what made them special.

Jul 30

Bali Dessert Week Celebrates Indonesian Flavours Through French Pastry ArtFood & Drink

Bali Dessert Week Celebrates Indonesian Flavours Through French Pastry Art

Bali Beach Hotel presents Bali Dessert Week: Pâtisserie Artistry throughout July 2026, featuring six handcrafted desserts that blend French techniques with Indonesian ingredients. Executive Pastry Chef Komang Gede Juniartha and Chef Louis Tanuhadi create dishes inspired by Bali's diverse culinary regions.

Jul 23

Award-Winning Italian Restaurant AMICI Opens in SeminyakFood & Drink

Award-Winning Italian Restaurant AMICI Opens in Seminyak

AMICI by Enrico Bartolini brings refined modern Italian cuisine to Bali, guided by Italy's most decorated Michelin-starred chef. The Seminyak restaurant combines classic techniques with locally sourced Indonesian ingredients and sustainable practices.

Jul 22

Bali's Fine Dining Scene: Where Indonesian Tradition Meets World-Class CuisineFood & Drink

Bali's Fine Dining Scene: Where Indonesian Tradition Meets World-Class Cuisine

Bali has emerged as a premier fine dining destination, with top restaurants blending premium international techniques with authentic Indonesian flavors and ingredients. From Seminyak to Ubud, these establishments deliver degustation menus and impeccable service that rival global fine dining capitals.

Jul 10

Bali's Best Beachfront Restaurants: Coastal Dining GuideFood & Drink

Bali's Best Beachfront Restaurants: Coastal Dining Guide

Discover exceptional seaside dining across Bali, from upscale oceanfront venues in Seminyak and Jimbaran to relaxed beach bars in Canggu and Sanur. Experience fresh seafood, creative cocktails, and stunning sunset views.

Jul 10

TAKK Restaurant: Bali's Hidden Gem for Nordic-Inspired Fine DiningFood & Drink

TAKK Restaurant: Bali's Hidden Gem for Nordic-Inspired Fine Dining

Tucked away on Petitenget Street, TAKK offers casual fine dining that blends Scandinavian philosophy with French technique and local ingredients. This intimate dining experience welcomes guests like family, with prices starting at IDR 1,029,000 for a five-act tasting menu.

Jul 10

Raffles Bali's Loloan Unveils Coastal Peruvian Cuisine in JimbaranFood & Drink

Raffles Bali's Loloan Unveils Coastal Peruvian Cuisine in Jimbaran

Loloan Beach Bar & Grill transforms into Loloan Coastal Peruvian, bringing vibrant Pacific flavours to Raffles Bali's clifftop restaurant. The new concept celebrates Peru's maritime heritage alongside Bali's fishing traditions with fresh ceviches, grilled specialties, and sustainable local ingredients.

Jul 9

SugarSand Bali Launches Borderless Menu with New Chef EgaFood & Drink

SugarSand Bali Launches Borderless Menu with New Chef Ega

Hotel Indigo's beachfront restaurant SugarSand unveils an innovative new culinary direction under Chef Made Sutarga. The reimagined Borderless menu blends seasonal Balinese ingredients with global cooking techniques.

Jul 9

Best Indonesian Restaurants in Bali: Authentic Flavors AwaitFood & Drink

Best Indonesian Restaurants in Bali: Authentic Flavors Await

Bali offers exceptional dining experiences showcasing Indonesia's rich culinary heritage and regional specialties. From traditional Balinese dishes to archipelago-wide cuisine, these restaurants deliver authentic flavors in refined settings.

Jul 8

Samira Brings Middle Eastern Culinary Heritage to Bali's Fine Dining SceneFood & Drink

Samira Brings Middle Eastern Culinary Heritage to Bali's Fine Dining Scene

Paradisus by Meliá Bali unveils Samira, an elegant new dinner restaurant showcasing authentic Middle Eastern cuisine and hospitality. The intimate venue combines Arabian design with contemporary sophistication, offering diners a culinary journey through shared mezze, vibrant salads, and traditional flavours.

Jul 7

Mason Chocolates Launches Innovative New Products from Ubud Bean-to-Bar FacilityFood & Drink

Mason Chocolates Launches Innovative New Products from Ubud Bean-to-Bar Facility

Bali's premier chocolate maker Mason Chocolates has introduced two exciting creations: Masontella, a premium chocolate-hazelnut spread, and Cacao Leaf White Chocolate. Both products showcase the company's commitment to quality and sustainability from its Taro plantation.

Jul 7

Bvlgari Resort Bali Celebrates Italian Summer with Gourmet Pizza and GelatoFood & Drink

Bvlgari Resort Bali Celebrates Italian Summer with Gourmet Pizza and Gelato

Bvlgari Resort Bali launches L'Estate Italiana, bringing authentic Italian summer traditions to Uluwatu with a pizza bar by renowned chef Pier Daniele Seu and artisanal gelato by Michelin-starred chef Niko Romito.

Jul 7

Vinayak Opens in Kuta: Bali's New Pure Vegetarian Indian RestaurantFood & Drink

Vinayak Opens in Kuta: Bali's New Pure Vegetarian Indian Restaurant

Ganesha Dining Group launches Vinayak, an authentic vegetarian Indian restaurant at Lippo Mall Kuta, specialising in Gujarati and Jain cuisine. The casual dining destination serves breakfast through dinner daily.

Jul 7

Fuel Your Bali Fitness Journey: Best Post-Workout Smoothie SpotsFood & Drink

Fuel Your Bali Fitness Journey: Best Post-Workout Smoothie Spots

Bali has become a fitness destination where visitors combine active vacations with healthy nutrition. Discover the island's top smoothie bars perfect for refueling after yoga, surfing, Pilates, and other workouts.

Jul 5

Merlin's Bali: Where Destiny Determines Your Dinner in UbudFood & Drink

Merlin's Bali: Where Destiny Determines Your Dinner in Ubud

A revolutionary dining concept in Ubud combines gastronomy with mysticism, letting oracle cards and numerology guide your meal selection. Chef Ben McRae crafts sophisticated dishes that complement this immersive culinary journey.

Jul 2

SATOSHI Brings Italian-Japanese Fusion Fine Dining to BaliFood & Drink

SATOSHI Brings Italian-Japanese Fusion Fine Dining to Bali

A new restaurant in Kerobokan blends Italian warmth with Japanese precision, featuring premium ingredients and a multisensory experience that extends beyond cuisine to music and design.

Jul 2

Authentic Indonesian Buffet Opens in Bali, Uniting Locals and VisitorsFood & Drink

Authentic Indonesian Buffet Opens in Bali, Uniting Locals and Visitors

A new authentic Indonesian buffet restaurant has opened in Bali, creating a gathering space where both local residents and tourists can experience genuine Balinese cuisine. The venue celebrates food as a gateway to understanding the island's rich cultural heritage.

Jul 1