My Lombok issue 34

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FEB–MAR 2017

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A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

Welcome to another bumper issue of My Lombok, bringing you all the latest news and lifestyle buzz on our great island. We have covered numerous miles to bring you more leisure ideas including a great day trip idea in the cool lush surroundings of Tete Batu. This month we profile the arty boutique villa resort of Gili Trawangan’s Kaleydo Villas and ventured down to Gerupuk to check out the wellness lifestyle experience at Inlight Lombok.

Our fine food experience this month is courtesy of Senggigi’s pioneering Square Restaurant, proving great food and service never goes out of style. We also chat about all things food with the chef of Kuta’s hip Krnk café and restaurant. Also there is all the nutritional lowdown on one of our favourite fruits, the Rambutan.

Ever keen to showcase local success stories, TROPICALOLA is making waves producing top quality essential bath and body products while promoting Lombok’s unique culture and lifestyle at the same time. We also had an insightful interview with Endri, a foundation doing fabulous work supporting Lombok’s ‘Forgotten Children.’

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Destination Tete Batu

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Local Profile Remembering Lombok’s Forgotten Children

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Local Enterprise The Sweet Scent of TropicaLombok

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Fashion Bird & Kite EAT

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Chef Interview Executive Chef of KRNK Cafe & Restaurant

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Superfood Rambutan

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Restaurant Review Square Senggigi STAY

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Luxury Living Kaleydo Villas

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Hotel Review Inlight Lombok

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Social Chinese New Year at Quali Restaurant

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Social LFC Center Grand Opening Ceremony

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Spaghetti Luciano

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Prawns Carpaccio

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LOMBOK’S FORGOTTEN CHILDREN

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What’s On

Breakfast & Sunsets @ Ashtari Ocean View Restaurant & Lounge The famed Ashtari Ocean View Restaurant & Lounge offers a variety of international flavours, traditional Lombok cuisine & a great selection of healthy, vegetarian options from the menu. With Ashtari’s magnificent views of Kuta, don’t miss the sunsets. Enjoy daily Yoga classes for all levels. Open from 8am to 9pm everyday.

Sensational Views & Poolside Cocktails @ Aura Lounge & Bar Take in the spectacular views over the Selong Belanak bay from the newly opened – Aura Lounge & Bar. Only 10 minutes from Selong Belanak beach, nestled in the Jabon hills, this new restaurant offers lunch and dinner from an international and local menu. Enjoy a fresh cocktail at sunset while relaxing on a lounger by the infinity pool. Open from 11am everyday.

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Gili Meno Festival @ Karma Reef, Gili Meno While Bali celebrates their ‘Day of Silence’, Nyepi, Karma Reef will be hosting their very own Gili Meno Festival on the 28th March with special guests – Raffa Lambert & Simon on the Sax - from 3pm to 7pm. 10% Discount is offered on all food, cocktail pitchers are available for 320k and classic cocktails are 72k. Karma Reef invites you to join the ‘festival of the year’.

Breakfast on the Beach @ La Chill Make sure you start the day ‘right’ with breakfast on the beach at La Chill. Healthy Smoothie Bowls, delicious Brioche French Toast, tasty Smashed Avocado on Toast with Arugula are just a few offerings from the new breakfast menu. Breakfast is served from 8am.

All Day Happy Hour @ Origin Lombok Origin Lombok set in the lush rice paddies of Tanjung A’an, Kuta is offering ALL DAY Happy Hour on Wednesdays. Sip on cocktails at their casual chic bar and lounge all day long. Fancy a pizza? On Sunday’s Origin offers a great Pizza and Beer deal for only 70k. Come and enjoy the laid-back ambience at Origin.

Sundowner Sessions, New Barber Shop & Pampering @ Scallywags Gili T Enjoy sundowner sessions on the beach with smooth sunset tunes & Dragonfly jugs - Scallywags’ amazing signature cocktail. These delicious Dragonfly cocktails by the jug are not to be missed. They are made of fresh mint, lychee, passionfruit and a hint of ginger giving you a refreshing, natural South East Asian taste. Feeling the need to relax and rejuvenate book a pampering session at the new Wagwan Spa on Gili T. In need of a haircut ? Try Scallywag’s new Barber Shop located at Wagwan Spa for some ‘true’ gentlemen’s grooming services. The Explorer, Scallywags’ brand new long range dive boat is available for private charters and daily snorkeling trips.

20% Discount for Resident Guests @ Lotus Bayview Restaurant Enjoy the exquisite sunsets at longtime fave Lotus Bayview and receive a 20% discount on the menu for all Resident Guests during the month of February & March.

Brunch & Dinner Buffet @ Qunci Villas Enjoy the ‘new’ Sunday Brunch offered at Qunci Villas on the 2nd Sunday of the month from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. Price for the Buffet Only 260,000k++. Including drinks: Free-flow Non-Alcoholic Drinks 75,000++. Free-flow Heineken Draft & Non-Alcoholic Drinks 200,000k++. Free-flow Wines & Heineken Draft Beer & Non-Alcoholic Drinks 350,000k++. Monday evenings one can enjoy the Indonesian Buffet and get a ‘real’ taste of the local food. New to the Qunci Buffet scene is the BIG BBQ served on a Wednesday evening and not to be missed is Qunci’s ‘famous’ Italian Buffet served on a Saturday evening.

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DESTINATION

T E T E BAT U Cool, calm and cultured; a day in the cool mountain air and lush rolling hills of Tete Batu.

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here may be no chance to scale Mount Rinjani’s heights just right now due to the rainy season but there is no reason not to step out among the lush landscape of Rinjani’s cool foothills. The likes of Senaru and Sembalun get all the attention, yet cultured Tete Batu is arguably the best bet for a day trip in the hills.

Just a couple of miles outside the southern boundary of the Mount Rinjani National Park, Tete Batu is a cool place to be in every sense. You’ll easily escape the rainy season humidity with cool mountain air at about 500 metres above sea level.

This diminutive outpost has forged a reputation as a centre of culture and art, surrounding by verdant forests and rolling hills.

Sound familiar? Yep, it is basically Lombok’s very own mini version of Ubud. For soft trekking seekers Tete Batu ticks all the right boxes. Waterfalls, photogenic rice field walks and forests teeming with manic monkeys are up for grabs, and it is so small it can all be done in a day at a leisurely pace.

After a lazy stroll through the village observing the cultural nuances of rural life – and captivating views across a sea of rice and tobacco fields to the mountain – grab an early lunch at long time favourite establishment Haikiki Inn. Not only is the food awesome, mostly freshly plucked from the surrounding fields, the homestay also organises jeep tours into the countryside.

The ‘jungle car’ is a great option to see more in less time and get to some well off the beaten track places.

Three miles north of the village is Tetebatu Monkey Forest park, so called for its big population of resident macaque monkeys.

These hyperactive primates provide plenty of entertainment during a trek through the forest accompanied by tropical birdsong among the treetops and the sounds of cascading water. Heading further north up a gradual incline of Rinjani’s

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southern slopes lies Jeruk Manis waterfall. While much less well known than the likes of Sedang Gile falls a little further north, Jeruk Manis is nevertheless a stunning sight. Measuring about 40 metres in height, it is surrounded by thick, velvety green undergrowth giving it a very hidden paradise quality. With this in mind, it pays to take a local guide.

In the opposite direction, the towns and villages to the south add an extra dimension for people craving a little more culture and arty exploration. First up is Kotaraja about three miles south of Tete Batu. It is quite a historic settlement and as the names suggests, has strong links to Lombok’s old Royal Family.

Kotaraja is noted as Lombok’s centre of blacksmith forging but has an even more thrilling claim to fame. This is the island’s hotbed of traditional ‘Peresean’ ceremonial stick fighting. The town holds regular inter-village contests and Lombok’s biggest stick fighting tournaments. If the timing is right this is definitely one not to miss. More sedate art forms can be seen nearby at Loyok, a noted hub of basketware and the village of Rungkang, which is renowned for its black clay pottery.

A refreshing change of pace from the usual diet of beach life, Tete Batu is a great day out amid eye catching rural scenery.

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LOCAL PROFILE

Remembering Lombok’s Forgotten Children ‘No Lombok Child should Die in Hunger and Pain’.

You might think it needn’t be said. Or hope it needn’t be said.

But all around Lombok – in the villages and in the city – there are children who are sick, or disabled, or in need of surgery. And for one reason or another they receive no medical assistance.

They are Lombok’s forgotten children.

So it has to be said. And the Lombok’s Forgotten Children program, run by Endri Susanto and his team, is saying it repeatedly: ‘No Lombok Child should Die in Hunger and Pain’.

Endri explains that the program has three main functions: Education “In the west it would be a crime not to take a sick child to the doctor but in parts of Lombok it’s a reality. The program aims to seek out sick or abandoned kids, and educate communities about the importance of medical attention”.

Assistance in accessing medical services “Often, the treatment is arranged, and paid for, by the government. A lot of people don’t understand how to get the treatment they are entitled to. We visit them, and help them to access services. We also help people living with disability”.

Support for children during treatment “The program provides accommodation and living costs for children, while they are being treated. It also arranges local transport, or flights to get them to specialist doctors or hospitals”.

Endri is from Lombok. His own childhood was difficult.

“When I was only 5 years old, I was a labourer in the river. I collected sand, grass and stones to sell. When I started school I sold Es Mambo (frozen ice sticks) to my friends, and also at nongkolan (weddings)”.

After high school, he trained in Malaysia as a waiter, and worked in various restaurants and hotels in Lombok, eventually becoming chef de partie in Singapore.

Back home, at University in Mataram to study for an English degree, Endri became active in a number of organisations.

Travelling to China and around Southeast Asia, he became involved in programs focusing on social participation, community care, and youth leadership and training.

Then, in Mataram, at a meeting for the Ministry of Youth and Sport, he met Peter Honey.

“He was holding a book that caught my eye, so I stopped to see what he was reading. It was about sick children. We got talking, and when he said the children were from Lombok, I didn’t believe it”.

But it was true. During the next two days, just on the ring road around Lombok, he found more than 200 sick children in the villages.

He went back to Peter Honey and asked: “Please help me to help them”.

At the time, Endri was working as a parliamentary assistant in Jakarta. He was advised against leaving his job.

“Finally my wife told me the decision was mine, so I thought hard about it. I came from a poor background. When no-one helps us we have nothing. I needed to help these people”.

One particular moment helped him make the decision to do it full time.

“Habibi, had hydrocephalus and had been vomiting blood. I was at work, and the team I had was not strong, so I didn’t know how to get Habibi to Mataram. Through my status on my Facebook page, asking for help, I found people who would help me bring Habibi to Mataram”.

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So he left his job. He needed to be available full-time to help these children, and began Lombok’s Forgotten Children.

Peter Honey is now his mentor and co-ordinator. From their headquarters in Tanjung (recently moved to Mataram) the team of nursing and community workers makes plans to achieve specific objectives.

Diva Lunch has raised money for us too. About 95% of funding comes from foreigners – 90% from Australia”.

Endri is happy to throw himself into the work, and do whatever it takes.

And the challenges?

High on Endri’s list is a Cancer Hospital in Lombok.

“At the moment, for example, there are about 100 women that I know of who have breast cancer. The government spent a lot of money building the public hospital in Lombok, but there weren’t enough funds for a cancer section. Patients have to go to Surabaya and Bali, but we cannot afford to send them. If we had a Cancer Hospital in Lombok they could receive treatment, but for now the best we can do is to make sure they are comfortable and not in pain. We need to help the government; we can’t expect them to do everything”, Endri says.

“So far we have raised enough for our ‘Lombok’s Forgotten Children Center’. The Grand Opening was on the 5th of February 2017. All the Endri Foundation supporters were there. We were able to show them where the funds were being spent, and tell them about future projects”.

A typical snapshot shows the program is supporting 2 children in Jakarta, 3 in Bali, and 10 waiting for surgery; 100 children and more than 50 elderly people need wheelchairs; and 1000 walking sticks are needed for the disabled in Lombok and Sumbawa.

“We receive support from the Fiona Forest Foundation; Fiona walked around Lombok to raise funds for us. Edgar Scheepmaker (Wheelchairs with Wings) helps me get wheelchairs. And the

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“To bring people together to do the work, without thinking about money – the money will come. And to remember our Code of Ethics; we can’t force sick kids to go to hospital”.

Endri and the project have attracted welcome recognition and awards: a Youth Community Care award, signed by the mayor, in Northern Lombok; and the CNN Heroes: 21 Inspirational people in Indonesia – an award for helping people use technology and media in a positive way, chosen by Kompas & Telkomsel.

Endri is also a role model in the Youth and Sport ministry. As Deputy Head of Delegation Indonesia Korea, he manages the youth delegates presenting in Korea, and trains them in leadership, and community development.

The work also brings less tangible returns.

“I feel useful as a human being, and happy to see people comfortable and healthy again. I will never give up. If we do not help these people, who will?

For further information: www.endri.org Facebook: Lombok Forgotten Children Emergency Aid Organisation

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LOCAL ENTERPRISE

The Sweet Scent of TropicaLombok

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magine standing high on a hill, feeling the cool fresh breeze on your skin. Think exotic sunsets and long white beaches.

Capture it all again in a fragrance and you have the essence of what Tropicalola is all about.

Gracia Chandra was born in Mataram, Lombok, and understands the subtle connection between scent and experience. Her online business, Tropicalola, focuses on essential bath and body products that convey the sensual beauty of tropical Lombok, and share it with the world.

For her Explore Lombok Hand Lotion gift set, she has developed three fragrances inspired by her favourite Lombok destinations.

Merese Hill overlooks Tanjung Aan beach, and gives its name to a green tea and jasmine scented lotion that creates a cool, relaxed atmosphere.

“Malimbu is my personal favourite spot to watch the sun go down”, says Gracia. “That perfect moment is captured by the Malimbu Sunset lotion, with its aroma of warm cananga flower mixed with clove oil. Pink Beach is popular with young travellers – a secretive, flirty location, perfectly conveyed in a fresh, fruity berry scent”.

Gracia always had a passion for the beauty industry. So when she studied chemistry in Singapore, and learned about cosmetic science, it seemed the perfect match. She saw her future in the industry, and focused on building a career. She began as a formulator’s assistant, working for a private label skincare manufacturer in Singapore, before moving back to Lombok.

“I started from scratch, turning my kitchen into a workshop, and making handcrafted lotions and soaps for myself and my circle of friends”, she says. Then, in early 2016 she started Tropicalola, which means ‘tropical girl’.

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“I believe every tropical girl like me, with her limitations, should dare to have bigger dreams that can open wide into many possibilities and make things happen”.

Tropicalola’s philosophy is to create natural, gentle, and ecofriendly products that suit all types of consumer. All products are completely eco-friendly, and handmade, using the finest, natural raw ingredients, with no synthetic preservatives added.

The Lombok Coconut Lotion and Explore Lombok Hand Lotion gift set are made using Lombok’s finest virgin coconut oil, shea butter, and cocoa butter.

“Our lotion has a rich aroma, and a deep moisturising effect”, says Gracia, “and we’ve been pleased to have such great customer feedback”.

Tropicalola hopes to play its part in helping local enterprise, sourcing materials from local producers, as a priority, and also encouraging talented young locals to achieve their creative potential. The business uses besekand ulatan (traditional handmade boxes) for its wedding souvenirs and hampers, and as packaging for a range of handmade soaps. Tropicalola is also keen to promote Lombok tourist development. Its products make unique gifts for visitors, and Gracia has recently begun to customise products for hotels and villas that want to offer their guests private label amenities.

“Every single batch of products is made with care. We do what we do with pure love and passion”.

WhatsApp: +62 878 8054 4042 Instagram: @tropicalola Email: hello.tropicalola@gmail.com www.facebook.com/tropicalola

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CHEF INTERVIEW

Interview with Executive Chef of KRNK Cafe & Restaurant

Think Global. Eat…Global

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he was born in Scotland, just outside Aberdeen, but her name comes straight from the pages of a classic Swiss novel for children, because her mother loved the book. The title character in Heidi, didn’t venture far from her mountain home, and her goats, but for Heidi, it has been a very different story. Since her early years in the UK, she has travelled the world – often criss-crossing the globe – and has worked on land, at sea, and in the air, collecting memorable experiences and having food adventures along the way.

What made you decide to become a chef?

When I was young, my stepmother was passionate about sharing her home cooking techniques – things like always flouring the meat before browning and braising.

I was also attracted to the kitchen workspace – drawn towards the heat, boisterousness, passion, and sweat, and the rawness of being a chef.

So the kitchen chose me, really. I was good at cooking, and I saw it as an opportunity to travel and grow. I’ve been very fortunate to land the best jobs and gigs I could ever imagine. I think it comes down to your character type, not just your skills. Most companies aren’t looking for a pretentious, up-and-coming prodigy to mould and inspire; they just want someone who can endure the long hard haul, where your feet ache, your back is breaking, and a good night sleep is just a dream. They don’t want to hear you complain and moan, and they don’t care about your excuses. They want someone who says ‘Yes chef’, and consistently delivers results.

How did your family react when you told them you wanted to become a chef?

I remember my father saying, “You have to be driven by desire”.

Where does your inspiration for cooking come from?

While I’ve been travelling, food has been a massive interest. In most cultures the whole day revolves around mealtimes and bringing the family together. When a local invites you, for example, to cook and eat a 6-foot python with him and his mother, it’s a great opportunity to experience something at a deeper level than in a tourist cookery course. And it creates richer memories than anything you’d find in a cookery book.

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dining restaurant, where I did an intense apprenticeship. The London lights attracted me, so I went to work for executive chef Andy Rose, in the sauce section of a hugely busy Cuban restaurant in the middle of Soho. After that, McLaren’s event company, Absolute Taste, invited me to work in their private jet inflight catering section. In 2008 I moved to Melbourne for my first head chef position, in a small café on the Yarra River. Later, back in Europe, I did various freelance work: at luxury chalets in the French Alps, the Paris airshow, Boris Johnson’s election party, the London Olympics, the Royal Albert Hall, V.I.P events, and so on. I was fortunate enough to fall into the right networks. I was even involved in secret underground dinner parties. Then I went to Berlin, where I met and worked for Julian Boyce (a successful restaurant owner); he had a huge influence on my work ethic.

Most of the chef friends I have worked with have inspired me, pushed me, challenged me, and encouraged my style of cooking and kitchen management.

After moving to the Philippines, I fell in love with scuba diving, and worked on luxury yachts to fund my underwater passion. This led to a love for sailing, and I embarked on an epic sail and dive expedition from Australia to New Caledonia and Vanuatu.

Tell us about your career so far.

I climbed the ladder through the ranks of the kitchen, starting at The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa – a 5-star hotel in Pitfodels, Aberdeen. The Head Chef offered me a casual shift, after seeing the buzz I got from the intensity of the kitchen. Then I moved to The Edinburgh Tower, a fine

How would you describe your style of cooking?

Fusion, through freestyling. When you work on yachts or in mountain chalets, you don’t always have the chance to make provision for the menu you dream of. So you have to be flexible and adapt to the produce available.

Tell us about the concept for your menu at KRNK. It ranges from the ‘after a 3-hour surf session hunger’ to the model diet menu. So, whether you need to pig out on a fat, dirty Wagyu Burger that drips down your chin, or eat a super raw powerfood salad that your body thanks you for, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. KRNK has a relaxed atmosphere, with urban interior design – a place to meet good people, amongst good food, with good vibes.

What inspires you with ideas for the dishes?

Trying new things, and constantly searching for and trying new recipes inspires me. I have an idea of the flavours I want to put together, and how I would like the finished product to be presented, but I mainly use recipes as guidelines and pay little attention to measurements. I also believe we eat with our eyes, and so, when our customers want to take a photo before tasting their meal, it’s the ideal.

What’s your favourite dish on the menu?

The Samadhi burger. It’s constantly evolving – from the textures in the patty, the flavours and spices to the plate presentation. The beetroot infused bread bun has been through a long process to perfection. Next, I dream of creating a vegan cheese, so we’ve been busy trying out all types of nut, soya and tofu recipes. At the moment it’s a quest to get vegan cheese to a texture that melts like dairy cheese, and tastes just as creamy. It’s given me a greater appreciation of real cheese, and deepened my knowledge of how the proteins in dairy combine. I’m still dubious about being able to replicate that. The burger is created with yogis in mind, but since their diet allows dairy, milk, and cheese, there’s no rush for us to change it to 100% vegan.

What are your favourite ingredients to cook with?

I love working with fish. It’s something I value so much in its living form. Octopus has to be my favourite marine animal; it’s an incredibly intelligent cephalopod, so the taste and texture have to reflect that.

Do you have a favourite kitchen gadget?

The mandoline slicer.

Describe a typical day at work I start every day with either surfing or yoga. Then I work in the kitchen, making sure our standards are met, doing my online research for new ideas, and evaluating our costs and overheads. We also do regular staff training: workshops, three times a week. From 5pm onwards, the restaurant comes alive and it’s very busy. I talk with customers and lead the kitchen through dinner service. One of the attractions of having an open kitchen is that it brings the team, and our guests, closer together.

What are the biggest challenges in your job?

The language barriers, the cultural differences, and the fact that only a few of the kitchen team have a background in cooking. I’ve had to simplify the menu and start with complete basics. But I’m learning just as much from them as they learn from me. There’s a real sense of family in the kitchen.

Do you ever cook at home?

There are only fresh fruits, coffee, and fermented drinks at home. To entertain friends or guests I use the KRNK kitchen to prepare food – it might be butchering fresh fish after a spearfishing session, or freestyling a paella tournament.

Are you an adventurous eater? Are there any foods you won’t eat or even try?

I use to be adventurous, but since trying the Filipino dish balut, which is a developing bird embryo, eaten from its shell, I’ve become a lot more selective about what I think my palate might enjoy.

What do you like to do in your spare time?

I enjoy surfing, sweaty yoga sessions, scuba diving, and off-road dirt bike trips.

Other than creating great food, what are the most important qualities that make a successful chef?

Determination and endurance. There is a lot of ego flying around in the kitchen. Sometimes you don’t agree with methods shown to you.

Sometimes you don’t like how people treat you and the things they say.

But you have to respect the advice given, and use it where it’s needed.

It’s all part of the hierarchy, or ladder. Just show respect and don’t take things personally.

Any tips for budding chefs?

It’s not an easy job; it’s a life choice. Work ethic and attitude are everything. Learn to bite your tongue, get familiar with the ranks, and know your position and mise en place – otherwise you just remain as a line cook. Only the most determined thrive in this industry. I’ve been reduced to tears over spinach; I’ve had a pot of mashed potato thrown across the kitchen at me; I’ve sliced my nail off, fainted from exhaustion, and lost my temper at choux pastry. Yet in the end everything always works out – just like in show business. Always say ‘Yes’, and then your best will always be enough. Some of the chefs that appeared to be my worst enemies have turned out to be my teachers.

Who is your favourite celebrity chef?

Throughout my career, Gordon Ramsey has always been in the kitchen – maybe not in physical form but he’s quoted, impersonated, and discussed. While I was working in London, his TV career went mainstream, and he became immensely popular. Absolute Taste, the company I was working for, partnered with his company, Gordon Ramsey Holdings. Whether you love him or hate him, he’s shaped the ‘celebrity chef status’. I had the chance to work with him at the 2006 FIFA World Cup send-off party, hosted at the Beckhams’ house. I have a lot of respect for his presence on television.

If you hadn’t become a chef, what would you be doing right now?

Sailing and scuba diving. I’ve been sailing for a few years now and it gives you a completely different frame of mind – solitude, and a feeling of adventure. I have also done more than 2000 scuba dives – and I actually miss it a lot.

What do you enjoy about life in Lombok?

We’re all drawn to where we are supposed to be. It’s the simple life that chooses me. I’m blessed to find myself in a paradise that is so ripe. Kuta Lombok is changing rapidly, and becoming more developed, and I’m happy to be here now. I hope it doesn’t become like the chaos of Kuta, Bali.

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Poke Aloha Hawaiian dish from the 70s. This is the definition in surfer food; full of proteins, raw vegetables, fully recharging and easy to digest before the next surfing session.

Ingredients • Yellow fin tuna steak • Onion • Garlic • Chilli • Parley • Soy sauce • Lime juice

• Beetroot • Salt and pepper • Red cabbage • Mandoline • Green lentils • Rice steamed • Crispy nori • Chai seed

Method 1. Blow torch the yellow fin tuna and dice into 1 cm pieces.

2. Marinade the onion, garlic, chili, parsley, soy sauce and lime juice.

3. Finely shred the beetroot.

4. Soak the green lentils in apple juice, cook and season.

5. Finely slice the red cabbage and mandolin.

6. Place the steamed rice in a bowl.

7. Add the yellow fin tuna, beetroot, red cabbage, green lentils and mandoline on top of rice.

To Serve Garnish with crispy nori and chai seed.

Serve with dressing: an emulsion of soy sauce, lime juice and sesame seed oil.

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Samadhi Burger The Samadhi burger, designed for the Yogi. A guilt-free colourful veggie patty packed with vegetables and textures.

Ingredients Samadhi Patty • Tempeh • Pumpkin • Sweet potato • Chickpeas • Chilli fine brunoise • Shallot fine brunoise • Parsley, finely chopped • Garlic roasted and pureed • Spoonful of quinoa • Black beans

Nutty Sambal Dip • Red chilli • Peanuts, toasted • Garlic roasted and pureed • Shallots sweated • Lemongrass white part finely sliced • Kefir lime leaf • Vinegar • Brown raw sugar • Lime juice and zest

Method 1. Cut tempe into 1/2 inch medium triangle 2. Dice pumpkin into medium 1/2 inch cubes 3. Dice sweet potato into medium 1/2 inch cubes 4. Soak the chickpea, cook, season and blend 5. Sauté all ingredients separately, mix together then season & taste.

6. Place in a metal ring and cook until golden on the outside.

7. Remove metal ring and add mature cheddar cheese, cover till melted.

8. Cook all the ingredients together for the Nutty Sambal Dip and then blend until smooth paste.

To Serve Place the patty in a beetroot infuse burger bun, garnish and serve with the nutty sambal dip on the side and large home-made fries.

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Hairy-scary, but don’t they taste great?

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Malay-Indonesian languages, the word rambut means ‘hair’, so it’s a pretty good clue to the appearance of the rambutan.

And just in case there were any doubt, the Vietnamese call the fruit ‘chôm chôm’, which means ‘messy hair’, and a French term, ‘litchi chevelu’ could be roughly translated as ‘hairy lychee’

The rambutan, or Nephelium lappaceum is, in fact, a close, although more hirsute, relative of the lychee, and the longan, and tastes quite similar. As its name suggests, the skin is covered with fine and flexible spines.

The fruit is native to tropical Southeast Asia but, largely through Dutch trading in the 19th century, it has spread throughout the Southern hemisphere. Indonesia now has about a dozen naturally occurring and cultivated varieties – including ‘Binjai’, ‘Cimacan’ and ‘Rapiah’ – grown in home gardens and produced commercially in small holdings, especially in the west. After Thailand, Indonesia is the second largest producer of rambutan. Its warm tropical climate provides ideal growing conditions, and approximately 320,000 tonnes are produced annually, which is about 30% of the world’s total.

A taste for rambutan The fruit flesh is another story. It tends to be translucent – white or slightly pink – and very juicy. The flavour suggests sweetness, with a touch of astringency, and is similar to that of table grapes or lychees. For those who like strict definitions, the flesh is not really a ‘fruit’ at all, but an ‘aril’, or seed covering, also known as ‘false fruit’.

There are two main types. Like peaches, there are ‘clingstone’ varieties and the much easier to access ‘freestone’ fruits, which slip easily from their skins.

Nutritionally, rambutan has some energy value, with natural sugar content up to 15%. It has useful amounts of vitamin C, and some trace elements – with fairly good levels of manganese and copper (for a fruit, that is!)

When stored in a refrigerator, rambutan are best kept in a container, or covered with plastic. This helps to prevent the loss of moisture.

When they start to dry out, there is a gradual blackening of the ‘hairs’, which signals that they should be used within the next day or so.

And there are plenty of uses.

The trees produce beautiful, colourful, and strongly scented flowers, which makes perfect sense, because rambutan relies on attracting insects, usually bees, for pollination. A bonus is that the busy little insects that make a ‘beeline’ for rambutan trees make particularly delicious honey. Depending on climatic conditions, trees sometimes bear two crops each year. The fruits are typically red but, although the flavour doesn’t vary a great deal, they can also be found in a range of colours, from greenish, or orange, through to bright yellowgold. They grow in clusters and ripen only on the tree. If the ripening process has gone too far, the red and yellow ‘hairs’ begin to turn black.

The thick skin of the fruit is usually regarded as inedible, but there are traditional claims the leaves have medicinal value – brewed and drunk to relieve gastro-intestinal problems and fever, or ground into a paste, and applied to the scalp for healthier, shinier hair, or to the forehead to dissipate headaches.

The general advice is that the seeds are bitter and, in their raw state, contain saponin and tannin – potentially toxic substances.

Some claim that if they are roasted, they have a sharp nutty taste, and are safe to eat

There are even numerous recipes for rambutan wine. The result is a ‘white wine’ style, ranging from dry to semi-sweet.

Mostly, though, rambutan fruit is eaten – either raw, preserved in syrup, lightly cooked, or made into jam.

Some rambutan recipe ideas: Rambutan jam Peel 500g of rambutans, and boil the flesh with 350g sugar and two cloves, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the mixture has a jam-like texture. Remove the cloves and transfer jam to sterilised jars.

Tropical treats Add rambutan to any tropical fruits – either for a cool fruit salad, or whisked into an iced drink. Garnish with mint. They also balance beautifully with mandarin, oranges, or strawberries.

Thinking savoury Rambutan dressed with lime, salt and chili is a perfect accompaniment to chicken and seafood dishes.

In a pickle?

Yes. Added at the last stage of cooking, rambutan gives a unique textural interest to homemade spicy chili pickle.

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Square Senggigi Long time Senggigi favourite still packing them in

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n the ever-changing dining scene in Lombok and Senggigi in particular, it’s hip to be Square. As Lombok’s tourism and modern lifestyle evolves so does the access to top quality dining concepts. Over the last decade or so, many restaurants have gained short-lived prominence only to fade away unnoticed in just a few short years. It has a tough market and only the restaurants that deliver quality food and are able to move with the times survive. One of Senggigi’s culinary pioneers of the last decade is Square Restaurant and it is still one that all others are judged by.

Square is quite literally the bright light in the central Senggigi dining scene. There is no mistaking the shimmering fairy lights that illuminate the roadside and the snazzy glass frontage offers an inviting peek at the interior. It’s has a modern stylish feel set over two levels that has been designed with a keen eye for detail but with an emphasis on smart, sleek simplicity. There is nothing superfluous to distract from its overriding aim – to let the food speak for itself.

The menu itself is both inventive and ambitious be it for a lazy lunch date with friends or evening dinner. It covers most bases but certainly doesn’t spread itself too thinly. Top quality fusion cuisine sits alongside a comprehensive selection of local dishes, including its own delicious take on staples like mie and nasi goreng, ayam Taliwang and cap-cay.

Don’t know where to start? Simple; try them all. The Square’s sharing ‘Begibung’ menu offers a quick introduction to local Sasak delights all in sharing size portions – a perfect option to go local among a small gathering of friends.

The menu more than makes up for the fact that Lombok visitors are a diverse bunch with varied tastes. There are many interesting western fusion dishes using fresh seafood and premium imported meats including Aussie beef and New Zealand lamb. Personally, the Mahi-Mahi fillet hits the taste spot perfectly.

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There is a wealth of creative Euro-inspired fare to tickle every fancy, even on the entrée list. The goat cheese soufflé was a real treat. Dessert lovers will want to save a little room for the signature fallen chocolate cake, or a modern twist on old favourites like apple pie, crème brulee and pannacotta.

Square is helmed with uncommon efficiency by affable Pak Made, who has been the creative force in and outside the kitchen from the early days. He has top quality credentials from time working for the likes of Oberoi and Aman, and has kept the restaurant one step ahead as Senggigi constantly evolves with new ‘destination dining’ concepts and luxe boutique resorts.

The two storey layout of Square makes for a sociable, sharing vibe and attracts a loyal following of locals and Senggigi expats who often hold events and gatherings here.

The upper deck has a more relaxed vibe with comfy seating perfect for an intimate get together for small groups, ably supported by an extensive drinks menu including creative cocktails.

It also has one of the most comprehensive wine lists in town. There are home grown labels Hatten and Two Islands, along with Aussie and Kiwi options and old world wines from France and Italy. Kudos too for the fine choice of champagne which includes the likes of Dom Pérignon and Veuve Clicquot. The Square Cellar Party is one of Senggigi’s regular culinary events which pairs a specially curated menu with selected red and white wines.

Jalan Raya Senggigi KM.8, Senggigi Square, Blok.B, No.10, Senggigi, NTB 83355 P: +62 370 693 688 www.squarelombok.com

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LUXURY LIVING

Kaleydo Villas Gili T boutique villa living is down to a fine art at stylish new resort Kaleydo Villas

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ith the number of places to stay in Gili Trawangan numbering in the hundreds – and still growing almost daily it seems – finding something altogether fresh and unique is a tall order. There have been countless variations on modern minimalism, Lombok lumbung style, and traditional Joglo villas, but sometimes it is the ever so subtle differences that stand out.

At Kaleydo Villas, tucked away 150 metres from the beach, it is all about the finer details. This cosy luxury boutique resort displays a keen eye for the subtle nuances of fine art and design. In each of the fourteen suites and private villas, meticulous attention is paid to the visual and functional aspects of the interiors. There is a full tech set-up too with a huge flat screen TV and super-speedy fibre optic Wi-Fi. Vibrant artwork adorns the walls, while traditional materials blend effortlessly with stylish fabrics and hand crafted furnishings. It has a thoroughly contemporary feel but with a distinctly Indonesian characteristic, that depict classic archipelago themes. Even so-called functional items like a coffee table and washbasin are highly appealing works of art carved out of natural wood. Along with the many little whimsical touches, it is no surprise the resort was awarded Best Luxury Villas 2016 by the UK’s Luxury Travel Guide Magazine.

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An inviting pool runs the length of the resort with the accommodation lined up on either side, just a step away from the water. There is a choice of differing sizes and layouts for the suites and the spacious villas are set in their own private compound. Featuring huge bathrooms and wide outdoor decking, villas offer a private Jacuzzi spa or large infinity pool.

They have been designed thoughtfully, making full use of the available space. Perfect for family groups, they exude a haven of tranquillity set back from the main resort.

The resort has the look and feel of a stylish, arty retreat, but this does not come at the expense of its eco-friendly credentials.

Behind the scenes there is a focus on being green from the ground up. Kaleydo makes use of solar panel electricity and collects and reuses rain water. Many of the main fixtures and decorative pieces in the rooms are fashioned out of recycled wood, while you’ll notice a conspicuous lack of plastic for essentials like toiletries, breakfast items and water bottles.

It is a full service resort catering to guests’ needs throughout the day, from its signature afternoon tea service to in-villa dining by candlelight. Kaleydo Villas’ guests can also book a pampering spa treatment and work out at the nearby Gili Fit gym for free.

There is complimentary use of bicycles too to easily get around Gili T. Next up for the resort is the construction of its own dedicated spa and resort restaurant. The resort is only a short stroll from Gili T’s best snorkelling spot but retains a secluded air of quietude. Something that is getting all too rare nowadays in Gili Trawangan.

Jl. Ikan Duyung, Gili Trawangan P: +62 370 619 5452 / +62 823 5942 9183 Email: reservation@kaleydovillas.com Website: www.kaleydovillas.com

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INLIGHT LOMBOK Refreshing new eco resort concept bringing an innovative wellness lifestyle to the waves of GerupukV

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outh Lombok’s Gerupuk area has long been on the map for its epic waves, but aside from a handful of surf camps, there has always been a conspicuous dearth of places to stay locally. The lush hills overlooking the bay and beachfront are now slowly taking shape with a handful of bungalow and boutique resorts options, mostly with that unmistakable surfer vibe. Eco resort Inlight Lombok offers a more multi faceted destination experience, cascading down the hill to a fine stretch of white sandy beach.

With two of Gerupuk’s top surf spots just in front of the resort, it holds an obvious lure for surfers but also much more besides. It is a master planned eco-resort designed for sustainable community living with an emphasis on organic leisure pursuits and wellness.

Rooms at Inlight are set over three floors and cascade down the hillside with many affording inviting views to the ocean, mountains and pool. Interiors are spacious and thoughtfully laid out in slightly differing configurations, some featuring a separate lounging area. Some units even have their own private enclosed garden for added space and privacy. There is an engaging mix of traditional wood fixtures fused with colourful fabrics in the rooms. The interior is uncluttered yet features more than sufficient storage space and the soft curved lines of the design add to its stylish appeal

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and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape.

Bathrooms, which have their own free standing bathtub, are equally as spacious.

Aside from the main hotel, the resort features villas and private houses for sale, and a host of sports and wellness amenities set within well laid out landscaping. It has all the attributes of a well established eco-village carved out of the hillside. Wellness is an obvious focus with an emphasis on yoga and Ayurvedic practices incorporating healthy vegetarian and seafood cuisine in the breezy resort restaurant, spa rituals and of course the surrounding nature itself.

It is a fully integrated resort with pretty much everything you could need on site including a kids’ playground, fitness centre, surf and free dive academy, and even a movie theatre. Everything is fairly well spread out or built into the contours, divided by many large patches of landscaping. Both at sea level and above, there are several tropical areas for quiet contemplation. Facing out across the expanse of ocean is an inviting swimming pool which

leads to its own elevated private sandy beach above the stretch of sand lapped by the ocean waves. Out front are two of the area’s main surf spots and the resort is just a short distance from Gerupuk village.

The resort is an ambitious development built on challenging terrain but the end result is priceless panoramic ocean views you rarely get at sea level. It has also maintained its eco-minded focus – using sustainable materials and embedding the resort’s buildings into the landscape as seamlessly as possible. There is a focus on water recycling and treatment in what is still a fairly isolated part of South Lombok. All of the open land within the resort has been planted with fruit trees for a more naturalistic look and plenty of shady spots to relax in.

Sengkol, Gerupuk, Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara 83573 P: +62 813 5331 7881 Website: www.inlightlombok.com

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‘Chinese New Year’ at Quali Restaurant, Qunci Villas Gong Xi Fa Cai 2017 - Qunci Villas celebrated the year of the ‘Fire Rooster’ by putting on a spectacular buffet dinner at Quali Restaurant. The night kicked off with a live performance of the Dragon Dance to scare-off evil spirits, followed by a lucky draw of a 1 Night Stay at Qunci Villas.

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LFC Center Grand Opening Ceremony – Endri’s Foundation Endri’s Foundation celebrated the Grand Opening of the LFC(Lombok’s Forgotten Children) Centre on the 5th February 2017 in Mataram. This has been a ‘dream’ since 3 years ago when Endri’s Foundation started operating. The centre will enable Endri’s Foundation to help more sick, disabled, poor and abandoned children and adults by providing a more sustainable base and operation.

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Australia Day Celebration’s @ Pipe Dream Pipe Dream celebrated Australia Day in true ‘Aussie style’ on 26th January. Guests arrived wearing their ‘favourite’ Aussie attire and the day commenced with a BBQ. This was followed by beer drinking competitions & Pavlova cake. The Triple J 100 list was played along with the local bands, who received awards from Pipe Dream to show their appreciation to local musicians.

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ASTROLOGY — FEBRUARY–MARCH 2017

horoscopeofthemonth Aries (March 21–April 19) A number of planets in your sign sparks your impulsive nature. Money and love are uppermost on your mind, but there are no quick fixes. You have plenty of drive to achieve what you want, but you need a plan to make the best use of your abundant energy. Keep your bosses in the loop so they know what you hope to accomplish. Plan your work and work your plan.

Taurus (April 20–May 20) Your ability to plan, administer and control puts you in an advantageous position. Things you learned in the past can be brought out and polished to help achieve your goals. Think beyond the immediate and look at the long view. Write out your plans to help you focus on what you want to achieve. You can get what you want but you must reach for it.

Gemini (May 21–June 20) Achievements are frustrated by what you see are high bars to success. The problem is that you are not seeing challenges clearly. Communications with others are filled with fuzzy logic and imprecise terms.

Complaining to authorities doesn’t advance your cause. They don’t agree with your arguments. Use your natural charm to smooth over disagreements.

Cancer (June 21–July 22) Problems seem to come at you from all sides. As soon as one is solved another crops up. This is a month to test your problem solving skills. It is important to make plans A, B and C to cover every contingency. Line up back-up babysitters, hire extra help for the house and schedule a couple lovely massages to help you through the month. These thirty days may try your soul, but it is an opportunity to shed thoughts and habits that no longer serve you.

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Leo (July 23–August 22) You continue on a yearlong journey in which you feel as if you are destined to live the life you have. The challenge is to successfully combine administrative abilities with creative dreams. You have the walk the talk. Mars, the planet of action, and Venus, the planet of your value system, assist by adding a dash of raw courage to propel you on your path.

Virgo (August 23–September 22) People near you aren’t clear on their goals or direction. Lucky for them you can supply both.

The planet of transformation, Pluto, lends its moral authority to you to make declarations of what must happen. Though this might put you at odds with others, it is your clear vision that provides the chart to sail the rough waters ahead.

Libra (September 23–October 22) Peaceful Libra is at odds and ends with children or other young people who seem dead set against following your instructions. Putting the hammer down and insisting on your way or the highway results in ugly arguments. Though your spouse supports your position, it might be best to let the leash out a bit and give your children what they want with conditions.

They’ll be grateful you treat them with respect and you’ll possess a teachable moment in responsibility.

Scorpio (October 23–November 21) Communications are sticky for you this month. What is said one day does hold true the next. Scorpios are never comfortable with fickle people or unpredictable situations. You have the opportunity to take care though people may see you are too controlling. While you aren’t power hungry, you do want to see things done a certain way. Help hint: use diplomacy to gain cooperation.

Sagittarius (November 22–December 21) You may trip over you own feet by trying to achieve many things done quickly. Finally given a green light for your projects after an extended waiting period you are eager to get to work. However, it will benefit you to look at the fine print or the little details that can eventually prevent obstacles. Scale your goals to hit realistic targets, and schedule extra time to fix the inevitable problems.

Capricorn (December 22–January 19) Keeping a tight reign on people, places and things are a priority for you now. You may want to rush a relationship that is shallow and ill-advised. Money seems to slip through your fingers. Go slow if you are driving; prevent falls by clearing obstacles to foot traffic at work or home. If you have to hunker in your castle to keep catastrophe to a minimum, I suggest you do so.

Aquarius (January 20–February 18) You are good to go. The planet of abundance is retrograding in position, but still in harmonious energetic aspect to your sign. This is an excellent time to gather resources and review your plans.

The planet of action, Mars and the planet of money, Venus tells you to make your move, lending you some moral courage to move forward. You can’t do much wrong, except to do nothing, so get moving!

Pisces (February 19–March 20) Dreams, friends and children play a big role this month. You may receive a call from your child’s school about some supposed wrong doing by your child. It’s probably best not to overreact. Listen with a grain of salt to what authorities say. The issue is neither as big as they say or as unimortant as you want to think. You can influence the people closest to you by taking jobs that others are too busy to do.

A helpful attitude goes a long way.

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This is Lombok!

Lombok’s time is here and now, having finally stepped out of Bali’s shadow, showcasing to the world its unique mix of adventure, pristine natural scenery and captivating art and culture.

A new airport, international yacht marina and improved roads have made travel to and within Lombok much easier, but it is its untamed natural beauty and traditional charm that captivates. It is an adventure-seeker’s paradise, home to world-class scuba diving, surfing and mountain climbing yet travellers looking for a cosmopolitan beach lifestyle and luxury creature comforts will not be short of options.

Experience the best of Lombok with these recommended highlights and hidden gems:

Senggigi and The West Coast Senggigi, just a short drive from the island capital Mataram is Lombok’s premier beach resort, extending along a series of sweeping bays. The main beach strip is fringed by a wide expanse of sand framed nightly by spectacular ocean sunsets. It is a fairly spread out beach town that rarely feels overcrowded yet there is a broad variety of places to stay, eat and socialise. There is a vibrant expat community here with lots of opportunity for sports and leisure, business networking and searching out those hard to find imported goods. Senggigi is the best place to arrange days out and guided trips to other parts of Lombok. The beach road then winds its way north to upmarket Mangsit, dotted with hip boutique hotels and villas among some of west Lombok’s most captivating scenery. In all, the Senggigi area stretches for almost 10 km along the west coast, and away from the main tourist centre, comprises numerous palm fringed beaches dotted with colourful fishing boats.

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Gili Islands A trio of tiny tropical islands off the northwest coast, known simply as ‘the Gilis’ are the go-to place for laid-back island life and the simple pleasures of sun, sea and superb scuba diving. Each of these three islands has its own distinctive atmosphere; the smallest is Gili Meno, a peaceful tropical island haven with few distractions other than deserted white sand beaches and a couple of chilled out beach bars. Legendary ‘party island’ Gili Trawangan is largest and most cosmopolitan of the Gili Islands with no shortage of swanky boutique villas, diverse dining and plenty of action after dark. Gili Air, located closest to the Lombok mainland, sits somewhere in the middle of these two extremes and has the most authentic local atmosphere. The enduring appeal of the Gili Islands is the refreshing absence of any motorised transport making for a pleasant alternative to Bali’s congested beach resorts.

Scuba diving is still the main draw and it is one of Asia’s top spots to learn the basics and get qualified. For landlubbers, there are few better places to get horizontal on a tropical beach and soak up the unique island vibe.

Kuta and South Lombok Like its namesake in Bali, Kuta Lombok is synonymous with world-class waves but thankfully without the hassle of 24/7 traffic and infuriating beach hawkers. In fact, Lombok’s south coast surf breaks are more than a match for the best in Bali, and savvy surfers are heading here to enjoy miles of uncrowded, adrenaline-fuelled waves. Kuta, invitingly close to Lombok’s new international airport, is the main tourist hub yet remains a fairly tranquil tropical haven favoured by both surfers and adventurous families. It makes for a great base for exploring the rugged southern coastline dotted with numerous breathtaking beaches. Scenic highlights include up-andcoming Tanjung A’an, Gerupak and isolated Ekas Bay.

The Southwest Lombok’s ruggedly beautiful southwest peninsular is largely unexplored by visitors but is now getting serious recognition with the discovery of superb offshore scuba diving and miles of deserted beaches. The main gateway is Sekotong Bay, located just south of Lombok’s main ferry port Lembar and is the jumping off point for Lombok’s ‘Secret Gilis.’

These small offshore islands feature pristine coral reefs and idyllic tropical beaches for a real castaway experience. Heading south, the coastal road winds its way past tiny fishing communities and secluded bays all the way to the tip of the peninsular where the legendary surf breaks of Bangko Bangko (Desert Point) are found — rated among the best in the world.

Mount Rinjani For an alternative to surf, scuba and sandy beaches, a trek up the immense Rinjani volcano is hard to beat. At over 3,700 meters, this is Indonesia’s second highest volcano and makes for challenging 3–4 day trek but the views are definitely worth all the effort. The mountain dominates much of north Lombok and the caldera alone covers a mind-boggling 50 square kilometres. Most climbers only go as far as the crater rim which offers vertigo-inducing views down into the volcanic lake but the extra effort to get to the summit will be rewarded with views as far as Java and eastwards across to the island of Sumbawa. If this all sounds too arduous for comfort, the mountain’s foothills offer a wealth of leisurely hiking opportunities.

Head to Senaru village for easy-going walks through remote weaving villages and dense jungle to uncover a succession of scenic waterfalls.

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THE DIRECTORY EAT Senggigi and the West Coast The Ballroom Restaurant +62 370 693 831 www.purimas-lombok.com Bambu Lounge +62 370 693 351 Banana Tree Cafe +62 822 3692 7106 Bumbu Cafe +62 370 692 236 Bawang Putih Grill +62 370 693 333 www.starwoodhotels.com Cafe Alberto +62 370 693 039 / 693 313 www.cafealberto.com Café Lombi, Senggigi +62 370 692 085 www.cafelombi.com

Nugget’s Corner +62 878 6546 1505 The Drop In Café, Kuta Lombok +62 819 0723 4673 www.dropinlombok.com El Bazar Cafe & Restaurant +62 819 9911 3026 Gulas Garden +62 878 6492 0120 www.gulasgardenkutalombok.com

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Kayu Cafe +62 878 6547 2260 Pearl Beach Lounge +62 852 5380 7111 www.pearlbeachlounge.com

La Chill +62 370 693 925 www.lachillbar.com

The Terminal +62 370 638 513 www.gilitresort.com

Lotus Bayview +62 370 693 758 www.lotus-restaurants.com/lotus-bayview

The Thai Garden +62 878 6453 1253

Kuta and South Lombok Ashtari Ocean View Restaurant & Lounge Bar +62 812 3608 0862 www.ashtarilombok.com

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The Mexican Kitchen Gili Air +62 877 6550 3931

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Mowie's +62 878 6423 1384 www.mowiesgiliair.com The Waterfront www.waterfront-hotel-gili-air.com

Wagwan Spa +62 370 614 5301 www.wagwanspa.com Lemongrass Spa +62 370 693 177

Gili Meno Karma Reef Beach Resort +62 370 630 981 www.karmagroup.com/karma-beach

H20 Yoga and Meditation +62 877 6103 8836 www.h2oyogaandmeditation.com

Gili Meno Ecco Cafe +62 878 6027 0200

Pizzeria Regina +62 877 6506 6255

The Taman +62 370 693 842

Kuta Baru Poolside Yoga +62 812 3892 0735 facebook.com/KutaBaruPoolsideYoga

Gili Air Aura Lounge & Bar +62 823 4173 2397 reservations@selongselo.com

Kebun Anggrek +62 370 693 333 www.starwoodhotels.com

Square Restaurant & Lounge +62 370 664 4888 www.squarelombok.com

Le Cirque +62 370 623 432 www.lecirque-giliair.com

Wilson's Bar & Cuisine +62 370 612 0060 www.wilsons-retreat.com Wok This Way +62 817 543 168

Mahamaya Restaurant & Bar +62 888 715 5828 www.mahamaya.co Meno Mojo Beach Club +62 877 6048 8539 www.gilimenomojo.com

PLAY Spas and Wellness Senggigi The Laguna Beach Spa +62 370 693 333 www.starwoodhotels.com Marshander Spa & Salon Senggigi +62 878 628 0693 www.marshanderspa.com Puri Mas Spa +62 370 693 831 www.purimas-lombok.com

Ocean Spa at Mahamaya +62 888 715 5828 www.mahamaya.co Karma Sea Spa +62 370 630 982 www.karmaspas.com

Retail Senggigi and West Coast Asmara Collection, Lombok +62 370 693 619 Pink Coconut +62 878 6476 4608

Kuta and South Coast The Corner Boutique +62 877 6560 7373

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Qambodja Spa +62 370 693 800 www.quncivillas.com

Casa Vintage +62 819 1724 3808

Classico Italiano +62 819 1604 3357

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Health & Leisure / Recreation Senggigi and West Coast

Chill Out Bar & Bungalows +62 370 620 370 www.chilloutbargiliair.com

Ashtari Yoga +62 812 3892 0735 m.facebook.com/AshtariYoga

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Pirates’ Bay Cruising +62 821 4500 3903 www.piratesbaycruising.com

Scuba Froggy +62 370 693 901 www.scubafroggy.com

Sire & Tanjung Lombok Golf Kosaido Country Club +62 370 640 137

Kuta and South Coast Kuta Horses +62 819 1599 9436 www.horseridinglombok.com Sailing Adventures Lombok +62 819 0737 8377 www.sailingadventureslombok.com What Sup? Lombok +62 878 6597 8701 www.whatsuplombok.com

Sekotong DiveZone +62 819 0785 2073 www.divezone-lombok.com

Gili Meno Divine Divers +62 852 4057 0777 www.divinedivers.com

Other Rinjani Country Club Golf Course +62 828 9703 0270 www.lombok-golf.com Indonesian Yacht Charters +62 812 4607 6042 www.indonesianyachtcharter.com

Weddings White Sand Weddings www.whitesandweddingslombok.com

STAY Hotels Senggigi and West Coast

The Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort +62 370 693 333 www.sheraton.com/senggigi Sudamala Suites, Lombok +62 370 693 111 www.sudamalaresorts.com

Kuta and South Lombok Origin Lombok +62 370 615 8550 www.originlombok.com Kies Villas +62 878 6553 4450 www.kiesvillaslombok.com Novotel +62 370 615 3333 www.novotel.com Selong Selo Residences +62 813 3779 1400 www.selongselo.com

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Property Aquamarine +62 812 4678 7880 www.aquamarine-lombok.com Kuta Heights Development +62 821 4587 5594 +62 817 6673 983 www.kutaheightslombok.com Lombok Eco Developments +62 817 713 708 www.lombokecodevelopments.com Lombok Property & Investment +62 819 0797 4075 www.lp-i.co NAGAINDO +62 813 5332 9501 www.naga-indo.com Pipe Dream Villas Resort +62 812 3923 9666 www.pipedreamvillas.com Private Sanctuary +62 821 4741 9919 www.private-sanctuary.com

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The Chandi Boutique Resort & Spa +62 370 692198 www.the-chandi.com

Aquaddiction +62 813 3979 8555 www.aquaddiction.com

Jeeva Klui +62 370 693 035 www.jeevaklui.com

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Freedive Gili +62 858 5718 7170 www.freedivegili.com

Kebun Villas & Resort +62 370 692 999 www.kebunresort.com

Aston Sunset Beach Resort +62 370 633 686 www.aston-international.com/eng/ hotel-detail/244/aston-sunset-beachresort---gili-trawangan

Gili Cooking Classes +62 877 6324 8215 www.gilicookingclasses.com

Kila Senggigi +62 370 693210 www.aerowisatahotels.com/hotel/ kila-senggigi-beach-lombok

Pondok Santi Estate +62 819 0705 7504 www.pondoksanti.com

Gili Eco Trust +62 813 3960 0553 www.giliecotrust.com

Living Asia Resort & Spa +62 370 693 519 www.livingasiaresort.com

Pearl of Trawangan +62 813 3715 6999 www.pearloftrawangan.com

Hairdresser Without Borders +62 821 4745 7186 www.hwb-nonprofit.org

The Oberoi Lombok +62 370 613 8444 www.oberoihotels.com/hotels-in-lombok

Gili Meno

Gili Kite Surf www.gilikitesurf.com

John Fawcett Foundation www.balieye.org

Oceans5 +62 813 3877 7144 www.oceans5dive.com

Puri Mas Boutique Resort & Spa +62 370 693 831 www.purimas-lombok.com

Manta Dive +62 370 614 3649 www.manta-dive.com

Gili Air

The Santosa +62 370 693 090 www.santosalombok.com

Cocotinos +62 819 0797 2401 www.cocotinos-sekotong.com

Karma Reef Beach Resort +62 370 630 981 www.karmagroup.com/karma-beach Mahamaya, Gili Meno +62 370 637 616 www.mahamaya.com

Tate Developments +62 818 0376 0677 www.tatedevelopments.com

Charity Face This www.facethis.org

Lombok Kids Foundation +62 819 1799 9054 lkflombokkidfoundation.wordpress.com Paradigm Water +62 813 3897 6786 www.paradigmwater.org

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EMERGENCY NUMBERS Ambulance Phone: 0370 623 489 Emergency call: 118 Fire Brigade Phone: 0370 672 013 Emergency call: 113 Lombok Police Jl. Gajah Mada No7, Ampenan Phone: 0370 693 110 Emergency call: 110 Tourist Police Senggigi Jl. Raya Senggigi km 1 Phone: 0370 632 733 HOSPITALS Harapan Keluarga Jl. Ahmad Yani, Selagalas Phone: 0370 617 7000/617 7009 Risa Sentra Medika Jl. Pejanggik No.115, Cakranegara Phone: 0370 625 560 New Mataram Public Hospital Jl. Bung Karno No.1, Mataram Phone: 0370 645 045 Mataram Public Hospital Jl. Pejanggik No.6, Mataram Phone: 0370 623 498 Siti Fajar Moslem Hospital Jl. Panca Warga, Mataram Phone: 0370 623 498 Anthonius Catholic Hospital Jl. Koperasi, Ampenan Phone: 0370 621 397 Police Hospital Jl. Langko No.54, Ampenan Phone: 0370 633 701 Army Hospital Jl. HOS Cokroaminoto No.11, Mataram Phone: 0370 621 420 Central Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Jen Basuki Rachmat, Praya Phone: 0370 654 007 East Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Prof M. Yamin No.55, Selong Phone: 0376 216 80 HEALTH CLINICS Biomedika Clinic Jl. Bung Karno No.143, Mataram Phone: 0370 645 137 Medika Husada Clinic Jl. Raya Senggigi Phone: 0370 664 480 Sengiggi Beach Hotel Clinic Phone: 0370 693 210 Klinik Prodia Jalan Pejanggik No.107, Mataram Phone: 0370 635 010

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Hotel Villa Ombak Clinic Gili Trawangan Phone: 0370 642 336 Jolie Sourire Dental Care Mataram Mall Jl. Pejanggik, Mataram Phone: 0370 668 1797 PHARMACIES Guardian Pharmacy Mataram Mall Jl. Pejanggik, Mataram Phone: 0370 629 921 Kimia Farma Jl. Sriwijaya No.295, Mataram Phone: 0370 633 211 Jl. Pejanggik No.48, Mataram Phone: 0370 638 502 Jl. Catur Warga, Mataram Phone: 0370 634 774 Jl. M. Yamin No.155 Selong, East Lombok Phone: 0376 220 51 TAXI Bluebird Taxis Phone: 0370 627 000 Express Taxis Phone: 0370 635 968 Narmada Trans Taxi Phone: 0370 702 5333 IMMIGRATION OFFICE Department of Immigration Jl. Udayana, Mataram Phone: 0370 632 520 POST OFFICES Central Post Office Jl. Sriwijaya, Mataram Phone: 0370 632 645 Jl. Langko, Ampenan Phone: 0370 631 642 Jl. Raya Senggigi Phone: 0370 693 711 INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS Nusa Alam Jl. Pantai Meninting Phone: 0370 647 514 AIRLINE SALES OFFICES Silk Air Lombok Raya Hotel Jl. Panca Usaha No.11, Mataram Phone: 0370 628 254 Garuda Indonesia Jl. Majapahit No. 2, Ampenan phone: 0370 642303/649100

Lion Air Jl. Sriwijaya No.81, Mataram Phone: 0370 629 111 Merpati Nusantara Airlines Jl. Pejanggik No.69, Mataram Phone: 0370 636 745 TransNusa Jl. Panca Usaha No.28, Mataram Phone: 0370 624 555 CAR RENTAL COMPANIES Lombok Rent Car Jl. Raya Senggigi Km 12, Senggigi Phone: 0370 667 7887 FREIGHT/COURIER COMPANIES Tiki Jl. Anyelir No. 1, Mataram Phone: 0370 633 014 DHL Jl. Hos Cokroaminoto No.53G, Mataram Phone: 0370 639 400 PUBLIC UTILITIES Electricity (PLN) Jl. Langko No. 25, Ampenan Phone: 0370 632 182 Jl. Raya Sengiggi Phone: 0370 693 535 Water (PDAM) Jl. Pendidikan No.29, Mataram Phone: 0370 632 510 Jl. Raya Sengiggi Phone: 0370 693 886 CHURCH SERVICES Bethany Mataram Church Jl. I Gusti Ketut Jelantik Gosa No.23, Mataram Phone: 0370 625 956 HKBP Mataram Church Jl. Gili Air No.4, Mataram Phone: 0370 632 924 Kristen Tuhan Church Jl. Ekas No.47, Mataram Phone: 0370 621 811 Masehi Advent H7 Church Jl. Kom L Yos Sudarso No.16, Mataram Phone: 0370 638 500 Pantekosta Church Jl. Pariwisata No.4, Mataram Phone: 0370 631 219 Katholik Church Jl. Majapahit No.10, Mataram Phone: 0370 634 397 CONSULATES IN BALI Australia (Also consular service for Canada and New Zealand nationals) Jalan Tantular No. 32, Renon, Denpasar Phone: 0361 241 118

Brazil Jl. Raya Legian No.186, Kuta Phone: 0361 757 775 Czech Republic Jalan Pengembak No.17, Sanur Phone: 0361 286 465 Denmark Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai–Pemogan No. 852, Denpasar Phone: 0361 821 6979 France Jl.Mertasari Gg. II No.8, Sanur Phone: 0361 285 485 Germany Jl. Pantai Karang No.17, Sanur Phone: 0361 288 535 Italy Lotus Enterprise Building Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Phone: 0361 701 005 India Jl. Raya Puputan No.42, Renon, Denpasar Phone: 0361 241 987 Japan Jl. Raya Puputan No.170, Renon, Denpasar Phone: 0361 227 628 Mexico Jl.Prof. Moh. Yamin No.1, Renon, Denpasar Phone: 0361 223 266 Netherlands Jl.Raya Kuta No.127, Kuta Phone: 0361 761 502 Norway Segara Village Hotel Jl. Segara Ayu, Sanur Phone: 0361 282 223 Russia Bali Kencana Resort II Block Cendrawasih No.18, Ungasan Phone: 0361 279 1560 Spain Kompleks Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2, No. 1 Jl.Patih Jelantik, Kuta Phone: 0361 769 286 Sweden & Finland Jl. Segara Ayu No.2, Sanur Phone: 0361 282 223 Switzerland Kompleks Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No.12 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Phone: 0361 751 735 United Kingdom Jl. Tirta Nadi No.20, Sanur Phone: 0361 270 601 United States of America Jl. Hayam Wuruk No.188, Denpasar Phone: 0361 233 605

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