Archive for August, 2007

Lotus Garden: The Garden Goes Mediterranean!

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

Food: International, Chinese – Price: moderate Whilst it is situated on the main road in central Nusa Dua, this Lotus is in a most relaxed setting. A myriad of water ponds extend across the front of the main restaurant area. You can seat yourself either in small bales out amongst the ponds and gardens or [...]

Alila Ubud: Changes at The Chedi!

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

Food: International – Price: expensive The Chedi has had a change of management company, and will soon have a change of name as well. The Chedi is to become the Alila Ubud, whilst it’s sister hotel at Candi Dasa, The Serai, is to become the Alila Manggis. The changes are already happening. Young New Zealand [...]

Lotus Pond: An Asian pond in Sanur!

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

Food: Balinese, Asian – Price: moderate You have a choice of dishes from almost every part of Asia. That is what is on offer at the totally revamped Lotus Pond. The only Italian item on the menu is an end of meal espresso. The large bar lounge area is a popular meeting place for locals [...]

Arena: An Expatriate Arena!

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

Food: Austrian, German – Price: moderate In large cities throughout the developing countries of the world, large expatriate communities exist and survive. Most seek reminders of home during their leisure hours. If you discover the expatriate hangouts anywhere there will usually be three common factors; a relaxed environment, good basic food, and overall excellent value [...]

Slavyanka: A Step Back in Time!

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

Food: Russian – Price: moderate The walls are a picture gallery featuring the Tsars of old. One of Bali’s most formal of settings suggests you are about to explore new and different ground. Bali’s restaurant with a difference has opened, experience a feast, a journey of mystery! On the site of the ill-fated Pala, Slavyanka [...]