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Bali’s top 30 for the holiday season!

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It’s that time of the year again! Like they say, “A little bit of summer is what the whole year’s all about”, and this time, summer coincides with the Muslim religious holiday, Eid-al-Fitr. Since this is a festival that most of Indonesia celebrate, holiday-hotspot Bali will surely be buzzing with tourists from all over — expect some places to be packed like sardines! To prepare yourself, book the best restaurants beforehand so you won’t go home on an empty stomach. Here are some great places to celebrate the holiday season!

Ubud

Kemiri Restaurant (COMO Uma Ubud)

Welcome to the land of yoga and wellness. Take a stroll through Campuhan Ridge Walk, enjoy the lush scenery, and unplug for a bit. Afterwards, you can have an authentic Indonesian lunch at Hujan Locale, Kemiri, Nomad, or The Restaurant at the Chedi Club Tanah Gajah.

It’s time for some Bali-exploration! Be captivated by a kecak dance performance or visit the cheeky Ubud Monkey Forest for the ultimate Bali experience! After that, drop by the Habitat Cafe for a healthy and refreshing meal. But, if you feel like lazing the day away, sink into cool waters and watch the time fly by at Folk, or better yet! Enjoy stunning Ubud alongside Bali’s acclaimed sunset at Sayan House. Reservations are essential but fret not, we’ve got your back. Book your dinner at the best of Ubud — BLANCO par Mandif, Kubu at Mandapa, Pica, and bridges will be your best bets.

Seminyak

Mrs. Sippy Bali

Oh my, we seriously don’t know where to start. Seminyak is such a fun area to explore! Experience the largest saltwater pool at Mrs. Sippy, grab a quick bite at Bo & Bun, or put on your sunnies and sip on a cold rosé while enjoying a delightful meal at Ijen, whereby zero wastage is promoted to lower carbon footprint. Wander around Jl. Kayu Aya and pick your favourites from a treasure trove — from traditional handmade souvenirs to designer boutiques, you name it, this street has it. You won’t be lacking dinner options here in Seminyak with Mamasan, Sarong, Da Maria, and Barbacoa being definite favourites. When you’ve had your fill, dance the night away at La Favela, but don’t forget to snap some shots at the cute photobox on the second floor!

Canggu

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SVÁ Indonesian Tapas & Bar

If Seminyak and Ubud were to have a child, Canggu would be their baby. Start your day right by joining a barre class or relax through sunrise flow yoga at Fitspot Bali. Then, move on to indulge in great food at all-time favourite cafe Milk & Madu at Jl. Pantai Berawa, or enjoy a caffeine boost amidst ravishing rice fields at Cinta Cafe. Another must do is renting a motorbike and visiting the bustling local flea market around Batu Bolong area — like they say, reuse and recycle! Spend the rest of your afternoon lounging and watching the sunset from the beautiful La Brisa, surf at Echo Beach, or lay back and relax at the sophisticated COMO beach club. Spoil your taste buds with an exotic twist on traditional Indonesian flavour at SVÁ Indonesian Tapas & Bar. If Japanese is your thing, modern restaurants Musubi and Ji are some of the eateries we take delight in.

Kuta

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Il Tempio Bali

The jewel of Bali, the one that first brought the island to fame. Take a walk along the beach and splurge a little at the Beachwalk Shopping Mall *wink*. When hunger strikes, pay a visit to our favourite Italian places — Il Tempio and Jamie’s Italian Bali are just around the corner. Waterbom Bali is a One-of-a-Kind experience you just have to try in the city, and we believe you deserve a medal for completing the thrilling 5GX Reverse Bungy without throwing up. Treat yourself to a delicious meal of juicy, tender dry-aged meat at Henry’s Grill and Bar, or stuff your face at Feast Restaurant, located in Bali Kuta Resort. We hope you brought your dancing shoes, because LXXY is a glamorous nightclub not to be missed.

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30 Restoran dan Bar Paling Ngetop di Bali Untuk Liburan!

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Waktunya sudah tiba! Liburan kali ini bertepatan dengan Idul Fitri yang dirayakan warga Indonesia beragama Muslim. Wah, Bali bakal padat banget nih kayaknya, siap-siap macet ya! Buat makan disana pastinya kamu harus reservasi dari sekarang biar nanti dapat tempat, jangan sampe bingung karena ga dapat kursi. Chope mau kasih tau beberapa tempat kece buat kamu dan teman-temanmu makan dan nongkrong liburan ini, yuk!

Ubud

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Kemiri Restaurant (COMO Uma Ubud)

Selamat datang di tanah yoga dan kebugaran. Jalan santai di sepanjang Bukit Campuhan, resapi pemandangan hijau asri dan matikan notifikasi handphonemu untuk sementara. Setelahnya, kamu bisa menikmati rasa asli Indonesia di Hujan Locale, Kemiri, Nomad, atau The Restaurant at the Chedi Club Tanah Gajah.

Waktunya eksplorasi Bali! Saksikan tari kecak yang energik atau jelajahi Monkey Forest Ubud untuk pengalaman tidak terlupakan! Setelahnya kamu bisa singgah ke Habitat Cafe untuk menikmati berbagai menu sehat dengan rasa nikmat. Jika lebih ingin bermalas-malasan, kamu bisa menghabiskan waktu di kolam Folk sambil mendengar lagu favoritmu. Kamu juga bisa melihat matahari terbenam dari Sayan House yang luar biasa indahnya. Kamu wajib reservasi di tempat-tempat terbaik di Ubud berikut ini, tapi tentu saja kamu bisa mengandalkan kami. BLANCO par Mandif, Kubu at Mandapa, Pica, and bridges adalah pilihan terbaikmu.

Seminyak

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Mrs. Sippy Bali

Waduh, mulai dari mana ya? Seminyak adalah area yang sangat menarik untuk dijelajahi. Kamu bisa memulai di kolam air asin terbesar di Mrs. Sippy, nyemil di Bo & Bun, atau pasang kacamata hitammu dan nikmati segelas rosé sambil makan siang di Ijen. Jalan-jalan di sekitar Jl. Kayu Aya dan temukan harta karunmu — suvenir tradisional sampai butik desainer, semuanya ada disini. Kamu dijamin tidak akan kekurangan pilihan, Mamasan, Sarong, Da Maria, dan Barbacoa adalah restoran-restoran terfavorit di Seminyak. Sudah kenyang? Bakar kalori dengan berdansa di La Favela, jangan lupa fotobox di lantai dua ya!

Canggu

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Bo & Bun

Kalau Seminyak dan Ubud punya bayi, Canggu adalah bayi mereka. Mulai harimu dengan mengikuti kelas barre atau flow yoga di Fitspot Bali. Kemudian kamu bisa makan pagi di Milk & Madu Jl. Pantai Berawa, atau nikmati asupan kafein di Cinta Cafe sambil menatap hijaunya sawah Canggu. Hal lain yang harus kamu lakukan adalah menyewa sepeda motor dan singgah di flea market lokal sekitar area Batu Bolong. Habiskan harimu bersantai dan menatap matahari terbenam dari La Brisa, berselancar di Echo Beach atau ambil waktu untuk istirahat di COMO beach club. Manjakan lidahmu dengan citarasa eksotis Indonesia di SVÁ Indonesian Tapas & Bar. Kalau sedang ingin masakan Jepang, Musubi and Ji adalah restoran-restoran yang kami sukai.

Kuta

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Il Tempio Bali

Permata Pulau Bali, asal muasal terkenalnya pulau ini. Kamu bisa menelusuri pantai Kuta dan belanja di Beachwalk Shopping Mall. Kalau sudah lapar, makan siang di restoran Italia favorit kami, Il Tempio dan Jamie’s Italian Bali bisa dicapai dengan berjalan kaki. Waterbom Bali akan menjadi pengalaman yang harus kamu coba, dan kamu berhak mendapat medali jika dapat menyelesaikan 5GX Reverse Bungy tanpa muntah. Traktir dirimu sendiri dengan steak yang berair dan lembut di Henry’s Grill and Bar, atau makan sepuasnya di buffet Feast Restaurant. Semoga kamu memakai sepatu dansamu, LXXY adalah klub malam yang tak boleh kamu lewatkan.

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7 Female Chefs in Singapore to celebrate this International Women’s Day

Despite the plethora of restaurants and dining options that we have in Singapore, only a handful are led or helmed by female chefs or founders – and that’s pretty appalling. Today is International Women’s Day, and with this year’s theme being #pressforprogress, we’re highlighting some of the women in our local F&B industry who continue to inspire us everyday.

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Petrina Loh
Chef-Founder, Morsels

Leaving behind her private banking job of 8 years, Chef Petrina took the road less travelled and decided to pursue her passion for food and wine. After undergoing the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu programme at the California Culinary Academy and working at Michelin-starred restaurants such as Spruce and Atelier Crenn, she opened Morsels in 2013 on Little India’s Mayo Street. Now shifted to Dempsey Hill, Morsels successfully bagged the 2017 World Gourmet Summit’s Awards of Excellence – Restaurant of the Year, as well as Chef’s Choice (Western) for Chef Petrina.

Find it at 25 Dempsey Road, #01-04, 249670
Book a table at Morsels and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

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Samia Ahad
Chef-Founder, Coriander Leaf

Trading in her business suits with chef’s whites back in 1991, Chef Samia is well-respected for being a pioneer in introducing new Asian cuisine to Singapore. Having trained and worked under Michelin-starred Chef Wayne Nish in New York, Chef Samia now brings her expertise to Coriander Leaf – a multi-concept restaurant that she opened in 2001. Apart from gifting good food to Singaporeans, she regularly conducts classes in her cooking studio, and also food-based team-building programmes. Talk about a love for food!

Find it at 30 Victoria Street, #02-01 CHIJMES, 187996
Book a table at Coriander Leaf and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

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Vivian Wee
Chef-Founder, Comida Mexicana

Chef Vivian of Comida Mexicana didn’t go through the typical route chefs usually take. Instead, she learnt how to cook and prepare dishes on her own in 2000 by observing others. “I realised I was a good copycat… I could replicate a dish after watching how it is done just once,” she told The Straits Times last October. Now founder and director of Comida Mexicana, Chef Vivian even designs her own menus! Oh, and it’s her birthday today too, so Happy Birthday and Happy International Women’s Day to you, Chef Vivian!

Find it at 404 East Coast Rd, Singapore 428998
Book a table at Comida Mexicana by Margarita’s and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

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Janice Wong
Chef-Founder, 2am:dessertbar & JANICE WONG

At the age of only 35, Chef Janice’s unwavering love for the culinary arts has already bore fruits. As founder and head Chef of the well-known 2am:dessertbar, she continues to push the boundaries by creating one-of-a-kind desserts that incorporate both sweet and savoury flavours. Having been named Asia’s Best Pastry Chef twice by San Pellegrino’s Asia’s 50 Best, she also recently launched her eponymous restaurant JANICE WONG at the National Museum.

Find 2am:dessertbar at 21A Lorong Liput, Holland Village, 277733
Find JANICE WONG at 93 Stamford Rd, 01-06, Singapore 178897

 

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Cheryl Koh
Pastry Chef, Tarte by Cheryl Koh

Singapore has not just one, but two women who were named Asia’s Best Pastry Chef! The latest addition is Cheryl Koh – who helms Tarte by Cheryl Koh, a spin-off from the Les Amis Group of Restaurants in Singapore. Having spent time overseas in places such as Dubai and Italy, Chef Cheryl’s fastidious approach towards pastry making ensures that every item that comes out of her kitchen is of the highest quality – both in terms of taste and aesthetic.

Find it at 1 Scotts Rd #02-12 Shaw Centre Singapore, 228208
Book a table at Tarte by Cheryl Koh and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

Lyn Lee
Founder, Awfully Chocolate and Ninethirty 

Having spent two years being a lawyer, Lyn Lee wasn’t satisfied with the dessert selections available in Singapore and decided to craft her own, along with a group of friends. In an interview with the BBC back in 2010, Lyn recounts how she was once called “naive” by “someone who told her that business is about expansion and selling products that sell, not just what you like.” Despite that, her persistence and passion for the craft made what started out as a humble store selling only one kind of chocolate cake become an international brand, with operations in countries like China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

Find Ninethirty at 31 East Coast Rd, 428816
Book a table at Ninethirty and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

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Anna Borrasi
Group Executive Chef, Sicilia Mia Group 

An expert in dishing up authentic Italian Cuisine, Chef Anna has over 30 years of culinary experience in Europe – during which she successfully opened 8 restaurants, all on her own! Now based in sunny Singapore, Chef Anna continues to utilise her creativity and knowledge to manage two restaurants – Etna Italian Restaurant and iO Italian Osteria.

Find Etna Italian Restaurant at 49/50 Duxton Road, 089513
Find iO Italian Osteria at 4 Hillview Rise, 02-01, HillV2, 667979