A well-known developer from Australia, by the name of Saxon Looker owns the fashionable Sentosa Club. He built this complex in 2007 specifically for the guests and owners of Sentosa Bali Villas to enjoy. However, many visitors and expats in Bali take advantage of everything the Sentosa Club has to offer.

This compound consists of everything that we all enjoy and love. It houses the well-known Blossom Restaurant, Luxe Gym & Spa, lounge bar, art gallery, and a swimming pool. It was built in a totally hidden area in Seminyak. Although it does not come complete with an ocean and rice field view, it still gets a lot of hype. The reason why Sentosa gets attention is because it was built with a very distinct architectural design. People love style and functionality and the Sentosa Club delivers this to its people.

The Sentosa Club is situated near Petitenget beach close to the famous Oberoi Street. It was architecturally designed Putu Semara who is a very talented local Balinese. He is a long time designer who is famous for creating exclusive Bali villas on the island. His idea was to create an L-shaped building to utilize open spaces for functionality purposes. It has inner gardens, a 35-meter organic rock pool, and a sundeck. Putu Semara purposely designed the complex to be very open, for breezy ventilation and natural lighting. The spa and gym is located in the center of the complex in a circular building on its own and the rooftop houses a beautiful wedding pavilion. The landscaping of this luxurious club is just exotically amazing. It is totally decked inside and out with tropical ornaments and ancient plumeria trees that are said to be over a hundred years old.

The products used to construct this complex are all natural material such as local stone called batu kali, polished concrete, glass, and snokoling and bengkerai wood. All the furniture and furnishings were all custom made to fit the artsy feel to this club.

Overall, this trendy club offers everything that any holiday enthusiast would crave. It definitely was built as an Oasis for ultimate relaxation and leisure.

If you would like to book a Bali villa near the Sentosa Club, our company, Pambali, can make it happen. We have a large selection of the top luxury villas in Bali. Contact us today at info@pambali.com if you have any questions and we will be happy to assist you.

Archipelago Adventure is a tour company that organizes single or group motorbike trips in Bali and Java. They have the experience and knowledge to ensure that each client will be safe and satisfied throughout each expedition. They have studied the trails in Bali and in Java down to a Tee, and have specialists do routine check ups on the bikes and all the equipment. The company just purchased brand new Suzuki DR 650 trail bikes, which are perfect for the types of terrain that will be encountered on the expeditions. Their outlook is to provide clients an opportunity to discover Indonesia in a different and more meaningful way. Bali is known to be an exclusive island that has world-renowned restaurants, high-end shops, and luxury Bali villas. Tourists who come to Bali explore the busy streets of Seminyak and Kuta and think that is all to this magnificent island, but they are totally wrong. Bali and Java is such a beautiful place, with so much more to offer than touristic things. Let Archipelago Adventure give you an unforgettable experience as you discover new and untouched landmarks on these Indonesian islands.

Archipelago Adventure does two types of motorbike tours. The first tour is on the island of Bali and is just a one-day excursion. The other one is a long but fun 10-day excursion on the island of Java.

The one-day tour in Bali starts off at Mount Batur at 7:00am and ends in Ubud, the cultural art capital of the island. This trek will take you in between the volcano and lake Batur and through old village roads, forests, rice paddies, coffee plantations, cocoa plantations, and sacred Balinese temples. There will be multiple stops; one will be a coffee break at a warung, which has a spectacular view of the volcanic crater. The next stop after riding through incredibly lush forestry will be at a restaurant for a delicious meal. This expedition ends with a view of the rice fields and the sunset in the background. Most clients love this expedition because they get to see a side of Bali that they have never seen before.

The 10-day Java tour will be a fun filled and unforgettable experience. It starts off on the eastern side of the island where the landscapes are just phenomenal. You will come across a totally different culture, natural wilderness, outback areas, green forests, ocean views, lake views, many different types of plantations, diverse trails, and friendly locals. This is an all around and jam packed trip where you will encounter just about everything. Doing this motor biking expedition for 10 days will totally change the outlook you have on life and also unleashes the captivating beauty of this place.

Jenggala Ceramic is situated in the heart of Jimbaran, Bali. It is world-renowned to be the home of the finest hand made ceramic and glassware productions in all of Indonesia. Talented artists and designers from Indonesia and abroad collaborate together to create unique, elegant, and high quality pieces of art to be displayed and sold all over the world.

Jenggala was established in 1976. It started off in a very small warehouse in Batu Jimbar, Sanur, by a famous New Zealander artist and potter Brent Hesselyn, a local Indonesian Wija Waworuntu, and his daughter Ade. Throughout the years, the demand of Jenggala products grew and became more popular in the international market. Now products are being shipped all of the world. Eventually they moved to Jimbaran, where visitors and tourists come to shop and take home magnificent pieces of art.

This place is very sophisticated and special, which consists of a gallery, an exhibition area, a factory, a do it yourself paint/pottery making section, and also an excellent café.

The gallery is where the artists display all the beautiful hand made products to be sold including new collections that are constantly being produced. The new collection sets they currently have on display consists of wobble mugs, Spirit of Winter, Frangipani, Bamboo, Pincuk, Valentine, Hand bag, Jenggala Lighting, and Ketupat collections.

The exhibition area is a part of the building where up and coming artists as well as acclaimed artists from Indonesia and abroad, can come to promote their work. They are also invited to share their knowledge and viewpoints to the artists of Jenggala, so that their products are constantly developing and evolving. This area is also open to the public to see these artists make hands on demonstrations.

The factory is where the artists do their magic to create the masterpieces for the store. Each piece is made with love and is given special care from the get go, from processing of materials, blending, shaping, and finishing each piece. The glazes that are used are all lead-free.

The paint and pottery section is an area where children and adults can use their creative abilities to design and paint their own pottery. First they would choose the type of ceramic item they would like to use (plate, mug, cup, saucer, or bowl) then they would choose their colors and start painting their masterpiece. Stencils and sponges are provided. When the pottery is finished being designed, the friendly staff will take it to be fired in the factory, which usually takes 2-4 days.

One of the perks of coming to Jenggala is their café, which serves delicious light meals, fresh brewed coffee, and tea.

Jenggala is definitely a place to visit when in Bali and is very close to near by towns such as Nusa Dua, Kuta, Seminyak, and Bukit areas.

A favorite of many, Sticky Fingers is an authentic Italian restaurant located at Echo Beach, in the village of Canggu. It’s a modern and cozy two-story dining place with fresco outside seating, which offers beachfront views of the ocean. It is designed and decorated with a contemporary touch. The restaurant atmosphere is very cozy, colorful, stylish, and gives a unique blend to the beach and surf scene in Bali. It’s a great place to grab a quick bite to eat and relax after an epic surf session. They even offer a complimentary shower for people who decide to take a dip in the ocean and also supply surf racks to leave your board at the beach.

Many bring their laptops to the restaurant to take advantage of the free high speed WiFi-connection that Sticky Fingers offer. The owner of the restaurant chose the best Internet provider on the island, which is Citra Media. It is very fast and reliable for people who want to check their email, Skype, surf the net, and do quick uploads and downloads. They also have comfortable seating and lounging areas for people who just want to relax and read a book/magazine, while sipping away at the best cappuccinos on the island.

The owner of Sticky Fingers is a local born Italian who has a strong background of bartending. He worked in Italy, New York, and London before arriving in Bali. His dream was to open a little warung by the beachside to serve Authentic Italian cuisines. With his experience in the restaurant business, his dreams became a reality in 2008. Now, Sticky Fingers has blossomed to be one of the best restaurants in the Canggu area. He also cares about the local community. He gives back by donating to local charities and by hiring employees only from the Canggu vicinity.

The menu is very affordable and simple, yet tasty, which people love. The menu consists of an array of Italian appetizers, pastas, paninis, pizzas, soups, and local Indonesian food. They even have a separate breakfast menu for early birds. The menu also consists of special cocktail drinks, caffes, fresh fruit juice, milkshakes, and other fountain drinks. For people who want to relax in the comfort of their Bali villa, boutique hotel, or apartment, Sticky Fingers also offers special home deliveries.

Sticky Fingers is hands down a great addition to the other restaurants in Canggu. It has one of the best atmospheres, a unique menu, spectacular views, free Internet connection, and located right on the beach of Canggu.

Located in the heart of Jimbaran Bay, Sharkeys is a world-renowned seafood restaurant. It was established in 1998 and started off with just three umbrella outdoor tables in the sand. Now it has grown to seat more than 200 people with indoor and outdoor seating areas. The ambience of this place is aimed for extreme relaxation and entertainment. The atmosphere is amazing from beachfront views, spectacular sunsets, sounds of the ocean, and candle lit dining under the starry skies.

As you and your company feast on scrumptious seafood, you will be serenaded with live music from a local acoustic band. This band features violin, guitar, jambe drums, and bass players. They go from table to table and can take song requests to your liking. They can even sing in a variety of different languages. They also have traditional and modern Balinese dance performances every Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm. After the performances are done, dining guests are welcomed to meet and greet the dancers and to take memorable photos.

Daily caught fresh white/red snapper, king fish, barracuda, tuna, garupa, crab, lobster, prawns, calamari, and fresh water clams are prepared to perfection with special Balinese spices. They also offer non-seafood items such as chicken, nasi goreng, cap cay, mie goreng, Vietnamese rolls, vegetable tempura, and french fries. They present many different ways of preparing and cooking their food such as the traditional flame grilled method with special garnishes, fried, or boiled to suite the taste of people from all over the world. The seafood that you choose is priced by weight and comes with rice, Balinese sauces, Indonesian kangkung vegetables, and fruit.

They make it a priority to ensure the best quality customer service for people who dine at Sharkeys, starting from free transportation to the restaurant from your Bali villa, boutique hotel, or apartment in the Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Tuban, Sanur, and Nusa Dua areas. They can also accommodate and help organize events for large parties, romantic dinners, and family events. There are many copycat seafood restaurants in the area, but none can compare to Sharkeys. They guarantee the best upscale and affordable fine dining in Jimbaran Bay, Bali.

Sharkeys is co-owned by a professional Balinese bodybuilder by the name of Komang Arnawa and his Westerner wife Natalie. Together they practice living a healthy lifestyle and incorporate it into the way the dishes are prepared at the restaurant. Their goal is to make your dining experience at Sharkeys memorable and enjoyable.

Do you want to learn how to prepare authentic Balinese dishes? You’re in luck! The famous world-renowned chef Heinz von Holzen from Switzerland offers cooking classes every Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays at his Bumbu Bali Restaurant. During his popular cooking classes, you will learn the secrets of traditional Balinese cuisines and enjoy all the amazing flavors. Chef Heiz will personally take you to the local markets in Bali to shop for the ingredients that will be needed for the cooking lessons.
Each participant is given step-by-step guided hands on help in preparing each dish. People who do cooking as a hobby and enthusiastic amateurs will love Heinz’ expertise in demonstrating each dish in his traditional local style kitchen.

During this day, you will learn the basics in preparing Balinese delicacies, which all your friends and love ones will enjoy. The cost for these cooking lessons is only $85 USD (including 21% tax/service charge) per person and includes ingredients and refreshments that are used for the class. The class only takes 12 students maximum per day, to guarantee personal attention to each participant. Most classes are fully booked in advance so make sure you fill out and complete the Online Enrollment Form.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE
6:00 Bus departure for the Local Balinese Market
6:15 Arrival at the Market
7:00 Departure for the Local Fish Market
7:10 Arrival at the Fish Market
8:00 Depart for BUMBU BALI Restaurant
8:10 Coffee stop at local warung
8:30 Breakfast at BUMBU BALI Restaurant and preparation talk for the days events
9:00 Hand out of menu & recipes and start with actual cooking.
2:00 Lunch and Debriefing discussion of the day
3:00 Participants leave for their hotels

The following recipes will be prepared during the Class:
Spice Paste for Seafood – Base be Pasih
Spice Paste for Beef – Base be Sampi
Spice Paste for Chicken – Base be Siap
Basic Spice Paste – Base Gede
Tomato Sambal – Sambel Tomato
Shredded Chicken with Chilies and Lime – Ayam Pelalah
Grilled Chicken – Siap Mepanggang
Tuna Salad – Sambal be Tongkol — Tuna Salad
Marinated Grilled Fish – Be Pasih Mepanggang
Grilled Fish in Banana Leaf – Pesan be Pasih
Minced Seafood Satay – Sate Lilit
Beef, Chicken, and Pork Saray – Sate Sampi, Ayam, Babi
Braised Lamb in Coconut Milk – Kambing Mekuah
Roasted Duck in Banana Leaf – Bebek Betutu
Pork in Sweet Soy Sauce – Be Celeng Base Manis
Sucking Pig – Babi Guling
Braised Beef in Coconut Milk – Be Sampi Mebase Bali
Yellow Rice – Nasi Kuning
Fried Ride- Nasi Goreng

Balli Deli is a unique boutique supermarket located in the heart of Seminyak. Its grand opening was on April 6^th 2003 and has been the most prestigious first choice outlet for expatriates and tourists in Bali.

Bali Deli supplies only the best quality imported delicatessen products from all over the world including Europe, Australia, USA, and in Asia. These exclusive products such as cheeses, meats, vegetables, fruits, confectionery, sauces, cereals, and other products that are hard to get in Indonesia are available in Bali Deli. They have the best gourmet imported foods in all of Indonesia and also have a huge wine cellar that contains world wide selected quality wines.

Bali Deli is known for having phenomenal customer service. Trained professional and knowledgeable staff is always ready to assist and give advice to all customers that need help with anything.

There is also an exceptional Restaurant, Bakery, and Deli located in the supermarket for people who want to dine or have a quick bite to eat. The bakery consistently produces fresh and yummy patisseries that melt in your mouth and the deli makes the best sandwiches on the island. Bali Deli has a catering service that can accommodate large parties or any events. They can even provide take-out delivery services from the store, restaurant, bakery, and deli to hotels, villas, and private residences.

Bali Deli has a child friendly environment by providing activities and play areas for children. Kids love to participate in all the fun interactive activities, and enjoy playing with the trolleys and toys that are provided in the supermarket. Bali Deli makes it a fun family shopping experience for all. The restaurant also provides a special nutritional children’s menu with delicious food and drinks that kids really love!

Everybody loves the pleasure of eating fine foods, and Bali Deli continually seeks ways to enhance the lifestyle of people when it comes to food. Gourmet shoppers find Bali Deli a paradise for the finer things in life and enjoy taking advantage of what this place has to offer. There is no other place in Bali like Bali Deli!

Bali Deli has the answer for finding your favorite Swiss chocolate, fresh dairy products, and simply a good bottle of wine for that special meal. Come and visit Bali Deli for a fun and amazing shopping experience, its famous deli and bakery, or wine and dine at the exquisite restaurant.

It’s very simple, growing crops in healthy soils results in healthy nutrients in crops that we eat. Today, farmers use synthetic pesticides and fertilizers in their crops, which are not good for the soil and plants. It takes away all the good healthy nutrients from the crops that our bodies need. Studies have shown that vegetables, fruits, and grains that are grown organically offer more nutrients such as iron, magnesium, phosphorous, and vitamin c. More and more people are becoming health conscious and more aware of the benefits of going organic.

Sari Organic is an organic farm and restaurant located just outside of the famous town of Ubud. They believe in going organic and slowly spreading the word throughout Bali.  It is a well-known organic farm run by an American named Odet and his Balinese partner named Nila. Sari Organic cultivates a wide range of organic products such as salad greens, zucchini, arrugula, tomatoes, soya beans, beets, beans, basil, and much more. They also make their own homemade organic tofu, jams, pesto, and many types of other sauces. The restaurant in Sari Organic is called Warung Bodag Malith. This restaurant is special because it serves only organic foods. Organic meals in Warung Bodag Malith only uses fresh crops from it’s own farm, which gives out a more rich flavor to each dish. This is a restaurant that is very open and has an amazing view of the organic rice fields. They serve a wide variety of delicious organic dishes with a touch of Middle Eastern influences from Odet’s Israeli roots. They also have a large array of guilt-free salads and spreads.

Sari Organic was first built in 2003 on a piece of land that was only 5 ares. This land was donated as a project for them to build and organic farm. Now, Sari Organic farm has grown to 45 ares. They are very successful and want to educate the local farmers and people of Bali about the benefits of going organic. Sari Organic has already planted more types of indigenous Balinese rice and recruited 6 other farmers to do the same. Sari Organic is doing so well that they can support 20 local Balinese families. Their goal is to eventually produce enough organic crops to feed the whole town of Ubud.
Sari Organic is a must see stop for people visiting the Ubud area. Go and see what all the hype is about and you will not be disappointed!

Single exhibition presented by Mohammed Harahap.

Every body knows Bali as a palace with many unique tradition and culture so that this land is very famous to all over the globe the world. So in every year there are a hundred tourism came to Bali to enjoying this beautifully land with many unique tradition, arts and culture. All unique tradition, art and culture are keeping well by it people so that the tradition is not totally disappeared and still exist till to day.

Balinese island know for it unique that why many people came to Bali just to enjoy this magnificent island or having a great holiday in luxury villas in Bali but some of them are interested to learn more about Bali. Event thought for many artists, where Bali can give them a great inspiration to created one of them is Mohammed Harahap.

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Betutu delicious Balinese traditional food.

Bali has many kind of original traditional food where some of that food is presented as complement in every traditional Balinese religious ceremonial. In every single Balinese life is connected with the religious traditional ceremonial. In the holy day of Balinese traditional ceremonial people came to the Pura (temple) to give all the entire land product from rise, fruit, until food which all the presented as their thanks to god for blessing their daily activity life. There many kind of traditional original Balinese food which spread to all over the Balinese town.

Betutu chicken “goes” to the villas, hotel, and restaurant.

One of them are Betutu, this is original Balinese traditional food which made from the chicken. The Betutu Balinese food is delicious food usually this food are made from chicken and presented at holy Balinese day, this food also has great relationship to every single ceremonial day which this food presented together with the other traditional food like lawar, be nyuh, kuah komoh, and may other. In edition the development this food goes to the modern world thought the restaurant, hotel, villas, event thought to all over the world. This also has goest to the villas in bali while spend the holiday in Bali staying at villa and the villas chief will presented the Chicken Betutu traditional Balinese food as a breakfast, lunch, or even thought your romantic honey moon candle light diner in the villa.

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