Four Hands Dinner at The Legian
This 18th November, experience the Legian Bali Culinary Journey with Raymond Capaldi and Luke MacLeod. This wine-and-dine event brings together The Legian Bali’s Executive Chef MacLeod and the celebrated Scottish-born Capaldi, the father of Melbourne’s molecular gastronomy scene and chef of some of its best restaurants, including the famed Hare & Grace, Melbourne. Get ready to be taken on...
R. Rock Bar
Rock Bar Bali’s legendary cliffside bar, aptly named Rock Bar, is not only the ultimate spot to catch a dazzling sunset each evening, but also a hub for innovative mixology, too. Located on natural rocks 14 metres above the Indian Ocean at the base of AYANA Resort and Spa Bali's towering cliffs, this innovative open-top Bali bar is the island’s...
Q. Queens Head
Queens Head at The Queens Head, Jakarta Gastropubs like the Queen’s Head in Kemang are a relatively new feature in Jakarta’s dining scene, which is quite a surprise since they fit between the city’s casual and fine-dining options perfectly. The concept is simple – offer quality food and drinks in a stylish yet relaxed and comfortable setting. Currently setting the standard...
P. Piña Colada
Piña Colada The creation of this often maligned but extremely popular cocktail was claimed by several people back in the 1950s. In fact records of rum, coconut and pineapple mixed drinks can be found in several trading ships’ journals from the 18th century, whilst the first written reference relating to a named cocktail was in a 1922 edition of TRAVEL...
O. Old Fashioned Beras Merah
Old Fashioned Beras Merah at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort The skilled mixologists at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort are always keen to create new drinks and to bring in traditional local elements to entertain their guests’ palates. A Balinese twist on the Old Fashioned caught our eye recently, created by Juni Bent (I Wayan Juniantara), who featured it in...
N. Negroni
Negroni at Katamama Located in the lobby of Katamama, The Potato Head Family’s swish new Seminyak hotel, Akademi is more than just a chic cocktail bar, it’s a social and creative hub for some of the world’s most celebrated and innovative mixologists. Headed up by the irrepressible Dre Masso, Akademi also champions the study and use of local and seasonal produce...
M. Mai–Thai
Mai–Thai at Hotel Borobudur Jakarta Described by the bartender as a "kind of mojito" the splendidly named Mai-Thai served at Hotel Borobudur Jakarta’s Pendopo Lounge packs a powerful tropical punch. A classic mojito it is not, but this fruity rum-based beauty will certainly hit the spot for those who enjoy a strong, fruit-filled drink. Starting with ice in a double old-fashioned...
L. Lawrenceburg Lemonade
Lawrenceburg Lemonade at Robert Marchetti - The Plantation Grill Robert Marchetti - The Plantation Grill at Double Six Luxury Hotel is a superbly stylish venue to kick back and indulge in a fabulous dinner, but it also has a wonderful drinks pedigree. Every cocktail in the venue has been hand designed and is crafted by highly skilled bartenders. Here, the Lawrenceburg...
K. Ku De Ta
KU DE TA They say that anyone who is anyone has been to KU DE TA for a sunset cocktail or two, and we couldn't agree more. KU DE TA has well and truly set the benchmark exponentially high as Asia's ultimate lifestyle venue and has helped mark Seminyak on the map as an international destination for world-class cocktails in...
J. JimBARan River
JimBARan River at The JimBARan Outdoor Lounge, InterContinental Jakarta MidPlaza The JimBARan Outdoor Lounge at the InterContinental Jakarta MidPlaza, is a sophisticated inner-city sanctuary; a relaxed oasis amidst the high-rise Jakarta cityscape and just a perfect place for after-work drinks and light bites. It’s also home to some excellent cocktails created by its resident mixologist and where J is for the refreshing...
