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If you are searching for a nutritious and tasty meal in Jimbaran, look no further than Alu at Four Seasons Bali at Jimbaran Bay. Open to the public, the newly unveiled poolside cafe serves a wide range of healthy dishes, created in collaboration with Miles Price, a Hong-kong-based LIFE Clinic’s nutritionist. Perfect for a light and energy-boosting lunch, the menu features Smoked Gindara Cod Poke Bowl (Rp235,000) or Buckwheat Empanada (Rp200,000) among other food truck, street food and cheat-day-styled delights. Vegans too have choices such as Shiitake mushroom Pot Stickers (Rp170,000) and the Beetroot Iced Buddha Bowl (Rp180,000).

Open from 11am to 6.30pm. Jimbaran Bay, Tel: +62 361 701010

Aloft Bali Seminyak is now open and ready to welcome discerning travellers who love to mix work with pleasure. Located right in the heart of a vibrant neighbourhood, the design-forward resort is strategically situated near the beaches as well as a myriad of gourmet and entertainment offerings. Its 80 rooms are equipped with modern amenities and designed to reflect the island’s laid-back surf culture. Head upstairs to the Miami-inspired, oceanview rooftop for a dip in the pool and a tasty lunch at the resort’s all-day dining restaurant, Kahuna. Mingle at the lobby’s W XYZ® bar and munch on snacks at the adjacent Re:fuel by Aloft to power you through the night. A one-night stay at Aloft King starts at Rp1,088,000. Jl. Batu Belig No.228, Seminyak. Tel: +62 361 6208888

Will Goldfarb has done it again. After the wildly successful re-opening of Room4dessert last year, Goldfarb decided to invite six chefs to come to Bali for the Hindsight 2020 dining series. The chefs will experience Balinese culture, ingredients, artists, musicians, and producers before coming together to create a seven-course dessert tasting menu with cocktail pairings based on his and her experiences. Expect to taste the creations of Dave Pynt from Singapore’s Burnt Ends on 5 April; Matt Orlando of Copenhagen’s Amass on 24 May; Asia’s Best Female Chef 2019 by World’s 50 Best Restaurants Garima Arora of GAA on 21 June; Duangporn “Bo” Songvisava and

Dylan James of Bangkok’s Bo.lan on 19 July; Shinobu Namae of L’effervescence on 16 August; and Dan Hunter from Brae on 20 September. Each epic night will be followed by an audiophile afterparty with music by Potato Head’s Studio Eksotika. All proceeds from the events goes to a charity. Rp1,150,000/person. For reservations, e-mail : room4dessertreservations@gmail.com. Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Kedewatan, Ubud. Tel: +62 813 3705 0539

In a bold and laudable move, Seasalt at

Alila Seminyak has decided to remove Yellowfin and Bluefin Tuna from its menu. Due to overfishing, International Union for Conservation (IUCN) has listed Yellowfin Tuna as Near Threatened, the Atlantic Bluefin Tuna as Endangered, and the Pacific Bluefin

Tuna as Vulnerable in its IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. It has been estimated that Yellowfin Tuna forms a significant 42 percent of the annual tuna catches in the Indian Ocean. In a hurried attempt to satiate the world’s appetite, immature juveniles are caught and processed, leaving the tuna with no chance to reproduce. In its place, Seasalt uses Skipjack Tuna, sustainably harvested from the waters around Indonesia and currently stated as Least Concern by IUCN. Jl. Taman Ganesha No.9, Petitenget. Tel: +62 361 3021889

Samazana Restaurant was recently awarded for ‘Indonesia Leading Breakfast’ at the annual Indonesia

Travel & Tourism Award. For two consecutive years, the all-day dining restaurant at Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta has been recognised as a purveyor of fine breakfasts. Experience the award-wining breakfast buffet every day from 6am to 10am. From freshly made hand-pulled Lamian noodles to Yogyakarta’s beloved Gudeg stew, there is a wide range of flavours to be savoured. Complimentary access to The Lare Kids Club & Playground is available for the little ones. Rp160,000/person.

Jl. Laksda Adisucipto No.81, Yogyakarta. Tel: +62 274 48848

Jakarta’s dining scene just got more exciting with the opening of Animale. The full-service restaurant and bar serves progressive American cuisine with Mediterranean flavours. With its location on the 11th floor and a stunning view of the city, it offers a sophisticated dining experience through a smart interplay of dramatic lighting and grey colour palette. Start the evening at the bar before heading to the main dining room. Dry-aged steaks, house made pasta, charcuterie, and wood-fired pizza are some of the signature fare; a contrasting rustic approach to the sleek urban ambience. Opt for the Truffle Hunter (Rp145,000) flatbread styled pizza made with sourdough starter and Casarecce (Rp155,000) with red wine puttanesca sauce, braised octopus, braised pork guanciale, and spicy chicaron. Add oomph to the night with a serving of 30 Days Dry-aged Australian Wagyu MB5 Ribeye (Rp595,000). MD Place 11th Floor, Jl. Setiabudi Selatan No.7, Kuningan, Jakarta. Tel: +62 8777 264 6253

Are you looking for a Sunday feast in Lombok? Book a table at the one and only Sunday brunch in Senggigi at Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort. Taking place at Kebun Anggrek Restaurant from 12pm to 3.30pm, enjoy a live jazz performance from local talents as you explore the myriad of gourmet fare on offer. Make the most of Lombok’s fresh seafood produce, be it in the form of succulent oysters or sashimi. Have the chef grill the seabass to your liking or head to the hot buffet station for hearty Indonesian dishes such as Nasi Uduk and Beef Rendang. Save room for desserts, for there are plenty of options, from Opera Cake to Tiramisu. The Senggigi Jazz Brunch is priced at Rp200,000/adult and Rp100,000/child for food only. An unlimited beverage package is available starting from Rp690,000/person.

Jl. Raya Senggigi Km8, Senggigi, Lombok. Tel: +62 370 6933333