My lombok issue 41

mylombok VOLUME 041

JUNE – JULY 2018

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A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

Welcome to the summer! We are all gearing up for a busy peak summer season and this issue of My Lombok is once again jam-packed with fun things to do, see and experience. See Lombok’s spectacular mosques from a whole new perspective with our amazing photo spread, and this issue we look to the future with a focus on the younger generation. We spoke to Ibu Katherine, head of Nusa Alam school and had an insightful interview with Mila of Lombok Forgotten Children. Don’t miss out on Novotel’s summer kids camp taking place this summer in Kuta – more details in this issue.

Food is never far from our mind and we recently paid Pasta Pojok a visit, Senggigi’s latest authentic Italian eatery serving up quality home cooked pasta and pizza. There is also more foodie talk with the Chef of Origin Lombok. For everyone seeking to maintain healthy eating habits and keen to learn more about Lombok’s organic food movement, check out our profile of eco-farming business Lombok Organic.

ON THE COVER I am Riding in My Dream

Craving a stylish post Ramadan staycation? Read on for our look at new swanky options Jivana Resort in Kuta and The Beach Villa Lombok on pristine Sire Beach. There is much more besides so read on for all the latest news and happenings around Lombok.

Photography by Kevin Pentaxian (Instagram: kevin_pentaxian)

ENQUIRIES Telephone: +62 (0)8191 600 1539 E-mail: info@mylombok.co.id Instagram: @mylombokmag Facebook: /mylombokmag

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Culture The Mosques of Lombok

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Activity Lombok Organic

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Meet the Expat Katherine of Sekolah Nusa Alam

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Activity Kids Summer Holiday Camp at Novotel Lombok Resort and Villas

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Local Profile MiLa's Story: Sharing The Care

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Through A Lens I am Riding in My Dream EAT

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Chef Interview Suryadi, Executive Chef of Origin Lombok

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Superfood Tomato

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Restaurant Review Pasta Pojok STAY

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Luxury Living The Beach Villa Lombok

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Hotel Review Jivana Resort

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Social Divine Waxing & Nail Bar Opening

Authentic Mediterranean cuisine in the heart of Kuta Lombok

EL BAZAR CAFÉ & RESTAURANT

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Address: Jalan Raya Pantai Kuta 5, Kuta Lombok 83573 | Open : 07.30 am – 11.00 pm Phone: +62 819 991 3026 | Email: info@elbazarlombok.com | Facebook: @elbazarlombok

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Guazzetto

Spaghetti Marinara

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Spaghetti Luciano

Sinfonia

Prawns Carpaccio

Jalan Raya Mangsit, Senggigi Lombok

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The Mosques of Lombok

Lombok Organic

Katherine

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WHAT’SON

2 Pizza’s for 95K @ Ashtari Lounge & Kitchen Enjoy Ashtari’s Happy Hour promo – buy 2 pizzas for 95k after 7pm every day. Come and try the refreshed menu offering a variety of international flavours, traditional Lombok cuisine & a great selection of healthy vegetarian options are available. New breakfast set menu from 95k(incl. Smashed Avocado on Toast). Whatever the occasion, their terrace makes it one to remember with its magnificent view of Kuta. Games are available for kids and you can enjoy daily yoga classes for all levels. Open from 8am to 10:30pm every day.

Week Full of Specials @ Origin Lombok Set in the lush rice paddies of Tanjung A’an Kuta, Origin Lombok offers a week full of specials just for you! Monday: movie night & free popcorn. Tuesday: Taco Tuesday. Wednesday: ALL DAY Happy Hour. Thursday: Wine & Beer Festival. Fridays: Martini’s for just 50k.

Saturday: Better by the Jug. Sunday: Pizza and Beer deal for only IDR80k. Come and enjoy the laid-back ambience at Origin with a choice of 2 swimming pools, a day spa to unwind, billiard table and happy hour to enjoy with friends.

Italian Buffet @ Pasta Pojok, Senggigi Feast on fresh Italian food at the Italian Buffet served at Pasta Pojok. Available every Saturday night from 7pm to 10pm. Enjoy a great selection of Pasta, Pizza, Salad & free flow Gelato. From just 240k pp for food only & add an extra 200k pp for free flow Sangria.

Booking is essential. Delivery is also available at Pasta Pojok ring: 0877 6180 0773.

Sunday Roast, Sparkling Wine and Bloody Mary @ Aura Lounge & Bar Sundays are for relaxing and good food! Try Aura Lounge & Bar’s Sunday Roast starting from noon. The roast is cooked gently in the wood-fired pizza oven and served with roasted vegetables and two glasses of sparkling wine or Bloody Mary for 450k pp, while listening to your favourite tracks and enjoying the spectacular view over Selong Belanak Bay. New to the Aura menu and not to be missed are: Succulent brined chicken with fire roasted vegetables and house pickles agrodolce, wood-smoked brick of tuna, caponata, and chimichurri and authentic Moroccan chicken tagine with apricots, green olives, and cauliflower “couscous”. Aura is open every day from 9am to 9pm.

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‘Tour Around Italy’ with Elegant Italian Dining @ Qunci Villas Experience the tastes of Italy as you tour around with Chef Gianluca.

Every Friday a Set Menu from various regions of Italy will be served, offering you a more sophisticated and elegant dining experience, with the option of à la carte should you prefer to order from the menu. The ‘Tour around Italy’ is available until end of September in the Quah Restaurant and starts from 7pm to 10:30pm. In July you will visit 6th July – Umbria & Perugia, 13th July – Lazio & Roma (Rome), 20 th July – Campania (Campania) & Napoli (Naples), 27th July – Sardegna (Sardigna) & Cagliari (Cagliari). The price is: food only: 540k++, food & wine: 990k++. Booking is advised – 0370 693 800. For more info: www.quncivillas.com/italy.

White Elephant Restaurant Opens @ Puri Mas Spa Resort New to the Puri Mas Boutique Resort & Spa is the ‘White Elephant Restaurant’ serving authentic Indonesian Cuisine. It is located at Puri Mas Spa Resort and is open from 8am to 10pm every day.

Sunset Sessions in Kuta Come and enjoy ‘Sunset Sessions’ in Kuta. Each event is led by a DJ who infuses his music with live instruments. It starts from 5pm to 10pm and takes place at a different location each Saturday. The theme varies depending on the location: Ashtrai Lounge & Kitchen – Wine & Tapas. Sushi K – Pool Party. Waves – BBQ Buffet Party.

Kuta Cabana – Chill & Sunset Viewing.

WAG CLUB @ Scallywags Gili T Have you tried the ‘Scally Bar’on Gili T? It is an open-air bar showing off the best views on the island and don’t forget to take advantage of the Scally Sundowner specials from 4pm to 7pm every day: small Bintang Rp25k, large Bintang Rp35k & 2 for 1 cocktails, wine and sangria. Dine on the beach as the stars start to show with Scallywags’ ‘famous’ beachside BBQ which is not to be missed! Or choose from the full a la carte menu – both are available every night.

Feeling the need to relax and rejuvenate book a pampering session at Wagwan Spa on Gili T. In need of a haircut? Try Scallywag’s barber shop located at Wagwan Spa for some ‘true’ gentlemen’s grooming services. The Explorer, Scallywags’ long range dive boat is available for private charters and daily snorkeling trips.

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CULTURE

THE MOSQUES OF LOMBOK

Masjid Darussalam Kopang, Rembiga Kopang, Lombok

Masjid Darussalam, Masbagik, East Lombok

Islamic Center, Mataram, Lombok

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Great Mosque Praya, Praya, Lombok

Lombok: the island of 1,000 mosques. The island’s mosques undoubtedly play a key role within the fabric of everyday life but from a visual perspective they are also a source of fascination for people of all faiths. Mataram's main mosque and Islamic Centre and the Mandalika Grand Mosque are ones that stand out for sheer exuberant architectural style with soaring minarets and those glistening domes which brilliantly radiate the sunlight.

However with such a number dotting the landscape, there is no shortage of diverse styles to feast the eyes upon from the quintessential Middle Eastern mosaic motifs to traditional Sasak, Hindu and even uniquely Chinese design elements. See Lombok’s mosques from a whole new perspective with our stunning photo montage.

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Masjid Nurul Huda Bagik Polak Karang Bucu, West Lombok

Masjid Nurul Bilad Mandalika Kuta, Kuta Lombok

All images courtesy of ahpictures Email: agus.harianto.pictures@gmail.com Phone: +6282144430143

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Mesjid Lembuak, Narmada, Lombok

Masjid Al Mujahidin Selong, Selong, Lombok

Masjid Jami Raden Anji ma'ra, Sukamulia, East Lombok

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ACTIVITY

Lombok Organic Organic farm cultivating new ideas about healthy eating and farming

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he organic food movement, like many places around the world, has caught on big time in Lombok. The close connection between the natural environment, food and people is something we should also respect and seek to maintain for generations to come. Lombok is well placed to be at the forefront of the fertiliser-free sustainable food chain thanks to very little urbanization outside the Mataram area. We all like to do our bit and embrace the healthy lifestyle be it buying organic produce where available or eating in organic restaurants. But how do those organic greens get from farm to plate, and what exactly does it mean to live the organic lifestyle?

An organic farming collective set in the Mount Rinjani foothills has the answer. Lombok Organic was established near Jeruk Manis waterfall four years ago with a mission to introduce ethical, chemical-free farming techniques to the area, employing a diversified farming model which allows up to twenty kinds of vegetable crops and herbs to be grown at the same time. It is a business but also offers an innovative blueprint for local farmers to adopt.

The aim is to produce fresh and high quality vegetables using completely natural methods. It may at first sound easy, but there are very distinct procedures necessary to ensure successful, unpolluted crops. In simple terms, the soil must have the right nutrient rich organic matter, including mulch, and relay cropping practices make full use of time and space, enabling better crop rotation and crop variation. It’s all about making the most of, and sustaining, Mother Nature’s gifts.

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Lombok Organic provides a weekly harvest of fresh organic vegetables to customers across Lombok year round through these ethical methods. It aims to be a pioneer in sustainable farming by empowering other local farmers to adopt these practices, and in doing so serving as a platform for rural job creation.

Lombok Organicis has a vision of being more than just an organic food producer. It is a fully fledged agri-tourism business too. As well as changing mindsets and expanding horizons of the local farming community, it welcomes the general public to experience and learn more about the concept for themselves. The setting in itself is inspirational and can be fully experienced with a rustic farm stay.

Just a short drive from Tetebatu, the landscape surrounding Lombok Organic is as green and bucolic as Lombok gets.

Forests, waterfalls and rice paddies dot the horizon alongside an ever-present vista of Mount Rinjani. The mountain air is refreshingly cool here and wildlife abounds from black leaf monkeys to rusa deer and abundant birdlife.

Accommodation comes in the form of the sleek 'Rumah Tipis' a wood built A-frame cabin with an impressive soaring roof. It is the ideal escape to simpler lifestyle that really can be transformational whether seeking a specific back to basics nature experience, trekking, or even spiritual rediscovery in the countryside.

Jeruk Manis 83662, Lombok +62 859 3473 7787 www.lombokorganic.com

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INTERVIEW WITH KATHERINE OF SEKOLAH NUSA ALAM

TALKING TEACHING In Tasmania, an island state off the south coast of mainland Australia, a young girl grew up on a small farm in the middle of nowhere. She and her siblings climbed tall trees, rode motorbikes and fell off horses. Now, she is Head Teacher at Nusa Alam the international school in Lombok. Katherine Krom has travelled an interesting road. She spoke with My Lombok about some of her experiences along the way.

Tell us something about your early life.

After school, I went straight to University in Hobart, and for many years I lived the student life. I worked part time in restaurants, played tennis, went to the beach…. I generally enjoyed life as a young adult.

What were your views on teaching?

Both my mother and father were involved in education so my first thoughts were to avoid it. My teachers had very little impact on me, and although I liked learning, school was a rather dull place.

This led me to the question: Why aren’t we doing more to ensure that all children have an inspiring experience that hones their skills and inspires them to work on their weaknesses? I realised school should be a happy and creative place –the best environment for learning.

When did you realise you wanted to become a teacher?

At university, I had studied Political Science and Geography, and as I thought more about the issues I believed were important at that time – such as sustainability, understanding diversity, and democracy – I realised that the best way to have a positive impact on future generations was to be a teacher.

I have always liked people, but at that time I wasn’t particularly fond of kids; luckily, they grew on me.

Did anyone ever try to steer you away from being a teacher?

Actually, I have tried to leave it several times. I thought I could earn more money and be less stressed, but for me, any other job just seemed boring, compared with teaching.

What have been some of the highlights of your career?

After I finished my Bachelor Degree, and a Master of Education, I did some travelling, and then took up a position in an alternative school in Brisbane. I moved around for a while – teaching in London, working in Denmark, and doing more study. I also found a husband and had three kids along the way. Then I came to Lombok.

How did that come about?

I had travelled in Indonesia when I was much younger, so I knew something about the country. There were other possibilities for us – jobs in Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, for example – but the allure of Lombok was the fresh air and the close-knit, small school environment. So I applied for a Head Teaching job at Nusa Alam.

How did your husband and children react to the move?

It's always difficult to adapt to a new culture and way of living. It was hard to say goodbye to close friends and family but it was really just “See you soon”.

The greatest challenges for the kids have probably been the oversized insects, the snakes and the spicy food. We are all getting better with spicy food – the insects and snakes, not so much!

What have been the challenges of the job?

Being a Head Teacher definitely has its challenges. One of the biggest has been the building of the new school in Mataram.

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Luckily I had just been involved in the building and moving of a much larger school before I left Copenhagen and I learned a lot from that experience.

This project has consumed a lot of time this year. We worked with an excellent architect from Varindo, who responded patiently to all my requests and crazy suggestions.

The school features lots of natural light, beautiful calm, open spaces for collaboration, and integrated technology.

Ensuring connections with nature and having unique spaces for learning are top priorities for me. We will also have a composting system and a vegetable garden, and in the longer term we want solar panels, recycled water and rubbish collection systems for the local community.

We want a blend of nature and modern life, and look forward to having an amazing place for students to learn, and comfortable spaces for parents and the community to meet.

I am very excited about starting there in July.

It's not easy moving a whole school! The best ways to deal with that kind of challenge are to have a sense of humour, do the hard work, and have dinner at the beach at sunset.

How was your experience in Danish schools different from teaching in Lombok?

In Copenhagen, I was working in an international school, so in many ways the teaching and learning were very similar to what we do at Nusa Alam.

The main difference, obviously, is the climate. To get to work I used to ride my three-wheeled cargo bike through rain and snow, with two kids on the front.

In Lombok, we are all thoroughly enjoying the outdoor lifestyle and the many lovely people we have met. I haven’t explored nearly as much as I want to. Yet. What are your thoughts on the Western education system?

As the world of work changes, so should education. In schools today, many of the things are still done in the same way as when I was young. The skills required for the current job market, however, look very different. In Western education, the focus now is more on how to be an effective group member, and how to use technology

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to our advantage. It involves thinking about our personal impact on the world and understanding cultural differences.

Considering applications for universities is no longer just about students' grades but also about their ability to adapt to change, to communicate and to think critically.

What do you think about the Indonesian Education System?

Indonesia’s education system is gradually changing for the better. At Nusa Alam we promote critical thought, problem solving and emotional intelligence, to ensure students are successful in the future. Local schools still have some way to go with this as the focus is generally on memorising information for exams. Memorising is relatively easy, but thinking critically and being able to use knowledge is more difficult.

Some say people become teachers when their other career choices don't work. How do you feel about that?

For some people this might be the case. Unfortunately, people like that won’t last long in teaching either. It's a profession that requires them to be a nurse, referee, parent, clown, author, coach, lecturer, counsellor, actor, motivational speaker, creative director and teacher –all in one day. And, as well as all that, effective teachers are passionate, organised and up to date with research. It is really more of a lifestyle than a 7 to 5 job.

Good teachers know what I am talking about!

Are you happy you chose to become a teacher?

I really am. My profession has allowed me to travel the world, and I have met passionate, inspiring people who are determined to change the way we educate young people.

I love supporting both teachers and students, as they try to exceed what they think is possible and change the way they think and act for the better.

My husband just laughs when I say it, but in another life I would quite like to be a furniture designer!

+62 878 6452 3775 www.nusaalam.sch.id @SekolahNusaAlam @nusa_alam

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ACTIVITY

KIDS SUMMER HOLIDAY CAMP AT

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School’s out and the Ramadan fasting month is over, so it’s the perfect time for some fun and games by the beach. To kick off the summer season Novotel Lombok has teamed up with Rinjani Indah School to host the first ever summer holiday camp for kids. It takes place at Novotel from 18th June to 27th July, Monday to Saturday (half days on Saturdays).

An array of fun activities are planned including dance, treasure hunts, arts & craft workshops, kids’ yoga, water play, sand castle making, cultural activities, beach sports and much more, all supervised by the fully qualified teachers from Kuta’s new international school Rinjani Indah.

The program has been specially designed to appeal to 4 – 12 year olds. Half day (9am until 12pm) or full day (9am until 3pm including lunch provided by Novotel) options are available. It is priced at IDR200,000 net for the half day or IDR 350,000 net for the full day (incl. lunch) and places are likely to sell out fast. To make a booking call +62 (0) 370 615 3333 or email hotel@novotellombok.com.

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LOCAL PROFILE

MiLa’s Story: Sharing The Care She is completing her reports, and recording how much has been received in donations from their foundation, Lombok’s Forgotten Children. The accounting is important.

She’s talking about things like wheelchairs, hearing aids and prosthetic legs, or life-saving operations. To add to the difficulties, most of them also face poverty and have no money to buy medicines. Many are shunned by their village and even abandoned by their families.

“If Endri calls me and says we need a certain amount to give a sick child”, she says, “I can tell him whether we have enough or whether we need to find a sponsor”.

“Transport is a huge problem, too – there is often no way to take sick people from their village to the hospitals in the city”.

Endri is her husband. He spends his days going from village to village, looking out for those in need – sick children, adults, and the elderly. He also visits those they have already identified and takes donations of food and clothing to them.

The government has a system in place. The Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial (BPJS) has been set up to provide a national program of medical services.

In Lombok, MiLa Jamal is having a typical day.

Together they work to help people in Lombok who live with poverty, disability and illness. They share the workload, each taking on specific tasks.

“Endri and I work separately”, says MiLa, “but I communicate with him all day and let him know, for example, if there is someone in need of a wheelchair”.

She also stays in touch with families, to determine the specific help they might need.

“I keep all the data, and I often communicate via Facebook.

If someone needs blood, for instance, I try to find a donor”.

In Lombok, on a typical day, people living with illness and disability have more than their fair share of obstacles to face.

“They deserve to be treated the same as everyone else”, say MiLa. “Just like us they need love and care, but they also need access to other things the community doesn't provide”.

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“It is very time consuming, though”, says MiLa. “Every patient needs to be registered on the system first and many people don’t have any idea how or where to do this, so we spend a lot of our time helping them to register”.

MiLa’s inspiration is clearly her own mother, who is widowed, with four children, two of whom have a disability. MiLa is the second child of the family.

“I have a ‘super mother’. I look at her and see how difficult it is. But she never complains and I see how well she cares for and loves all of us. My sister Nana cannot speak, and my sister Tata has a disability that affects her mental development. My mother has inspired me to help disabled children. I see the care my family has and I want the same for other disabled children. They deserve love, care and happiness like any other child”.

MiLa has, in fact, dedicated her life to families living with sickness and disability in Lombok. It’s a connection she and her husband share.

“Endri motivates me and gives me confidence. I really admire what he does and he always supports me.”

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“My mother and my husband have taught me a lot of things – about a clean soul, about sincerity, about toughness and about sharing”.

Life is not always easy. But MiLa has positive stories to tell.

“One patient – his name is Gawi – has a skin disease and he's blind. He has so much determination and has really been an inspiration to us all. He taught himself how to use a computer and how to speak English; he has memorised the Alkoran. He just never gives up!”

“I probably get the most happiness and satisfaction from seeing the children, the sick and the elderly smile – this warms my heart! I just love to see them happy – they deserve it”.

The satisfaction is not without cost for MiLa and her family.

It means working long hours and making sacrifices.

“We sometimes miss out on things. Endri is away from home often, and we live in a room at my mother’s house. But the most difficult thing is time – not having enough time to help the sick and disabled but also trying to find time for myself, my husband and our son. That’s hard”.

Getting others to help is an important part of the work. MiLa uses social media to encourage donations – especially from people in Lombok and other parts of Indonesia.

“As well as word-of-mouth, we use Facebook, which is an amazing tool. We publish images to show people exactly who we are helping and how much they need our help. This brings in donations.”

“I must also thank all our amazing international friends. We have a lot of support from Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, New Zealand and America”.

For those who want to contribute, donating to the Emergency Fund is one of the most important ways.

“This fund is what we use to help the families that accompany the sick to the hospital. We need to pay their expenses – food, accommodation, petrol and so on”.

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MiLa clearly loves, and takes great pride in the work she does.

“Life is about kindness and helping those in desperate trouble. My greatest hope is to help build a society that works together to help Lombok’s children, its disabled and its elderly. We need to all work together!

“And, to those who have children with disabilities, do not ever feel ashamed. They are your way to Heaven”.

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THROUGH A LENS

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CHEF INTERVIEW

SURYADI, EXECUTIVE CHEF OF ORIGIN LOMBOK

True to His Origin

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uryadi is from Kuta, Lombok. He has lived and learned, trained and worked locally, and enjoys local foods and traditional cooking. It's quite poetic that he is now back in Kuta, as executive chef at Origin Lombok, a name he could almost wear as his own badge of distinction.

He spoke with My Lombok about his career in food.

What is the one dish you love and remember from your Mother’s kitchen?

The dish I still remember clearly is kelak pedis panas, which is a traditional dish usually made from grains and vegetables, such as fern plant, peanuts, and beans, mixed with chili sauce and fruit, then boiled together using certain spices. In the Sasak language pedis means sour or acidic, and panas means spicy.

When did you first become interested in food?

I didn't have a definite plan to become a chef, but when I was in High school, and just starting SMK, there were only 3 majors to choose from: UPW (Usaha Jasa Wisata) to learn Tourist Services; AP (Akomodasi Perhotelan), which was Hotel Accommodation; and Jasa Boga, which was Catering Services. At the time, the Catering Services department wasn't really very popular, and it had mainly women students, but that's the one I chose.

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My friends, who were studying other majors, often referred to me as the one who smelled like onion or paste. But I didn't let that stop me from studying in the culinary field.

I was happy and confident doing it. I also came to realise that studying to be a chef would be a good career choice for my future.

Tell us about your career so far.

I started my training at Novotel Lombok & Taman Restaurant, in Senggigi.

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

My parents are village people. They didn't really know much about the profession of a chef or about the culinary world. But they always supported me going to school, as long as it was a good school. They've always given me freedom – in all the things I wanted to do.

After graduating from school I went to Gili Trawangan, as cook at the Trawangan Dive. Then I moved to the Senggigi Beach Hotel. In October 2002 there was the bombing in Bali, which meant that tourism was very quiet for a while, so I took a break for a year. I returned to Gili Trawangan in 2004, to Dream Divers, and Villa Almarik. Then back to Lombok to Qunci Villas, Square and Novotel Kuta. I was part

of the opening team at Tugu Hotel , at Sire, then returned to Gili Trawangan and worked at The Beach House, Kokomo, Natya Hotel, then at the Sapori Restaurant in Kuta, and now at Origin Lombok.

What is the concept for your menu at Origin Lombok?

The owner came up with the concept for the menu. It's basically a ‘simple but elegant’ menu. The idea is to make dishes that are not too complicated, with an easy preparation and cooking process.

What seems to be the favourite dish among your guests?

They really love Ayam Taliwang – our spicy grilled chicken dish – and the Beef Rendang and Nasi Goreng from our local menu. Pizza is the favourite choice from our western menu.

What's your particular style of cooking?

I like to cook both Indonesian and Western cuisines.

Do you have favourite ingredients to cook with?

For me, it would be seafood. There are so many different combinations of dishes you can make using seafood. And in Lombok it's very easy to get beautiful fresh seafood.

What are your favourite kitchen gadgets?

I'd say my pan and spatula. You can use the pan to cook in so many different ways – for example, pan frying, searing and roasting.

How would a typical day at work look?

I arrive at work at 9am. I check the breakfast service, and then start preparations for lunch and dinner, and for the special menu we offer. Then I do stock checks, and make sure we have all the ingredients we need. At 4pm I take a break and return to work at 6pm. Then it's time to prepare the kitchen for dinner. I go home around 10pm, depending on how busy the hotel is.

What is the biggest challenge in your job?

All work places have challenges, for sure. For most people, it depends on the location or their work colleagues. At Origin Lombok the biggest challenge is location. Because Origin is located outside central Kuta, it's sometimes difficult to attract guests who are not staying at the hotel to have dinner here.

What do you like to eat when you're at home?

And do you do the cooking?

When I'm home I like to eat local food from my village – things like vegetables. And no, I don’t cook at home. My wife does the cooking; at home I am definitely the food taster (and eater)!

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

I think I would probably be a farmer like my parents. Perhaps my first choice would have been tobacco, and then rice.

What do you like to do in your spare time?

When I have time off I like to spend it with my family. I like to go around with my children, and take them to different places, like the beach or the mall. For me a day off is 'family time’.

As well as creating great food, what would you say are the most important qualities that make a successful chef?

I think a good chef needs to be able to control food costs and create new menus. There are also three things that a good chef needs to be able to control in the kitchen: Preparation; Operation (cooking); and Closing. If these three things are good and in control the rest of the kitchen will run smoothly.

Who is your favourite celebrity chef?

In Lombok there are many good chefs I have learned from.

Some of them are Chef Salihin, Chef Lalu Nasir, Chef Jiwa and Chef Barkun. I have especially learned a lot from Chef Barkun – he has supported me through my career and in my personal life.

Do you have any tips for budding chefs?

You must always be willing to learn and be up-to-date with what is happening in the culinary world. The sky is the limit and there is always something new to learn.

You must always stay focused. If you focus in the right direction you will succeed; it's impossible to get anywhere if you don’t even know which direction you're going in.

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Origin Lombok’s Traditional Ayam Taliwang Ingredients

Vegetables

• 1 chicken leg • 100gr steamed rice

Ingredients • 70gr water spinach • 5gr shallots • 5gr garlic • 1gr salt • ½gr white pepper • 5gr red pepper • 5gr bean sprouts • 1ml soya sauce

Taliwang Sauce Ingredients • 10gr garlic • 10gr red pepper • 5gr dried pepper • 5gr shrimp paste • 5gr candle nuts • 20gr tomatoes • 5cc cocnut oil

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Method 1. Sauté all Taliwang spices in a saucepan on medium heat to release their fragrance.

2. Blend the cooked spices until smooth, then heat the mixture again until the oils separate. Set aside ½ cup of the spice mixture.

3. Blanch the chicken leg, then cook in the spice mixture.

Add the kaffir leaf and coconut milk, let simmer.

4. Take out the chicken leg and brush with the reserved spice mixture from Step 1 before plating it.

Garnish

To Serve

Ingredients • 1pc kaffir leaf • 1pc lime • 1pc red pepper • 20cc coconut milk

Place the chicken on the plate & serve with rice and sautéed water spinach. Garnish with red pepper and lime.

Chocolate Lava Cake

Ingredients • 100gr dark chocolate • 100gr unsalted butter • 40gr flour • 40gr granulated sugar • 2 large eggs • 2 egg yolks

Method 1. Pre-heat the oven to 200°C. 2. Melt the chocolate & butter in a double-boiler.

3. Remove from the stove and add the eggs, egg yolks and sugar.

4. Mix in the flour slowly and stir well so all the ingredients are smooth and incorporated.

5. Brush the lava cake mold with butter and dust with flour. Pour in the chocolate mixture.

6. Bake for 12 – 15 minutes until the sides are firm but the center remains soft.

7. Remove from the oven and let stand for 1 minute.

To Serve Serve with 1 scoop of vanilla or coconut ice-cream.

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Is there something a bit fishy about tomatoes?

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omatoes. Perfect for pizzas. Brilliant on bruschetta.

And real ‘souper’ stars. Let’s face it; even if you say ‘tomaytoes’, and I say ‘tomahtoes’, we can agree we’d be pretty much lost without them.

Think you know everything there is to know about tomatoes?

Then think again. There’s a new tomato trend in town. More about that later.

Tomatoes have a long history – almost 3,000 years. They were first grown by the Indians in the Americas, named (tomatl) by the Aztecs, and introduced to Europe in the 16th century by the Spanish. Now they are everywhere.

The big question: is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable?

Botanically the tomato is classified as a berry fruit (Solanum lycopersicum), even though in the kitchen it is usually treated as a vegetable. In fact, during a taxation debate in the US in the 19 th century it was declared a vegetable by law. The US state of Arkansas still isn’t totally sure. The tomato is its official state vegetable and its official state fruit.

It has been estimated there are up to 25,000 different tomato varieties and cultivars. Although it’s a massively popular food item in homes all over the world, most tomatoes end up in pastes, ketchups, and sauces. Even so, fresh tomatoes add a zing to summery salads, and they are so versatile they complement almost any dish – hot or cold.

As well as being good to eat, the tomato has even been considered to have aphrodisiac qualities, which is why in several languages it is known as a ‘love apple’.

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On the other hand, because it belongs to the deadly nightshade family, it has also been regarded as poisonous, and only safe to eat after it's been cooked. This isn't true, but the suspicion probably arose because of the plant's solanine content, mainly found in the stems and leaves; it is not advisable to eat them. Unripe green tomatoes contain higher levels of solanine than ripe red tomatoes, but would only be toxic in very large amounts, which would probably be impossible to eat anyway.

Tomatoes are approximately 90% water, with low fat, carbohydrate, and protein levels. They do, however, contain some basic nutrients.

One medium-sized ripe tomato provides almost 40% of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamin C, and about 30% of the RDA of vitamin A. It contains useful amounts of Vitamin K (18% RDA) and small amounts of vitamins B and E and other minerals.

Tomatoes also contain lycopene, an antioxidant that is said to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Medical research is inconclusive about its direct effects. Cooking tomatoes increases their lycopene content; the substance is released as the cell walls of the tomatoes are broken down in the cooking process.

They pair well with green and leafy vegetables – particularly broccoli and spinach – not only in terms of the flavour combination, but because tomatoes help the vegetables release more iron and folates, and make them available to the body.

Are you ready to hear the latest word in the tomato world?

Two words, in fact. Tomato Sushi.

This relatively new product is being marketed as a ‘world first’ – a plant-based alternative to tuna. And the plant in question is the tomato.

In an attempt to please vegetarian and vegan palates, and those who like to be in on the latest thing, and to ease the pressure on the world's supply of real tuna, a New York chef first came up with the idea of producing it commercially. His recipe is a guarded secret.

Some home cooks claim to have been using tomatoes in a similar way for some time. Essentially they cook and peel the tomatoes (most recommend the Roma type), and when they are cool, they are de-seeded, sliced, and marinated

in soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil, vinegar and other spices, depending on the method used. The secret, according to some recipes, is to add powered kelp or nori flakes – to add the flavour of the sea. After marinating for anything up to an hour, the faux-tuna is ready to be used to make sushi rolls, or sashimi, as an alternative to the real thing.

It looks like tuna, and in some preparations has a texture like tuna, but does it taste like tuna? It’s savoury, certainly, but... well, opinions seem to vary. Perhaps you should try it.

As it happens, there’s absolutely nothing fishy about tomato sushi at all.

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REVIEW

PASTA POJOK Palate-pleasing homemade pasta in a cosy Senggigi spot exuding authentic Italian style

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ho can truly resist an authentic Italian feast?

Certainly not me, and throughout my global epicurious wanderings – especially in Asia – finding pasta perfection is never quite as easy as it seems.

It’s the same in Lombok too. Sure, there is no shortage of wood fired pizza and a symbolic pasta dish or two on many restaurant menus, but few hit the sweet spot for me. There is thankfully a couple of quality Italian eateries in Senggigi, and now they have just got some serious competition on their hands.

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The latest recent arrival is Pasta Pojok, an unpretentious eatery that has already garnered a loyal crowd of expats and locals that appreciate quality. I was immediately struck by the light, airy modern ambience that Pasta Pojok portrays rather than the stereotypical old school rustic style that you tend to encounter throughout Asia. Yet it is undeniably Italian with a spacious open kitchen the hive of activity, where fresh pastas and sauces are all made to order by hand. This alone is a welcome breath of fresh air for the local culinary scene. The light wood fixtures and

contemporary design features give off a splash of colour with a playful style. The ambiance is an utterly modern European one.

Speaking to long-time Lombok resident Gianluca, you get a palpable sense that Pasta Pojok is determined to stay true to its Italian culinary roots, yet it utilises as much locally grown produce as is humanly possible. All staff are local and have been meticulously schooled in the fine art of Italian food preparation and homemade pasta making. Like all the best independent Italian eateries Pasta Pojok is a family affair. Gianluca credits its success to other half Mimi, who travelled from Indonesia to Italy to learn about all the intricacies of Italian cooking – and those secret sauces passed down through generations – from Gianluca’s family.

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There is something to tickle all taste buds on a diverse but not too overloaded menu, from an appetizer of deep fried risotto cake, to home made fresh pumpkin ravioli and classic Tagliatelle. For pizza aficionados all the classic faves are here including Margherita, seafood, Quattro Formaggi and Calzone options. The beauty of having virtually everything freshly made to order means having fully customized cuisine just how you like it, with a generous choice of sauces to select with each of the pasta options.

To finish off, sweet endings consist of timeless treats like Panna Cotta and Tiramasu and a homemade Gelato selection including pistachio and mango. Another noteworthy difference here is the dedicated kids menu, which is both extensive and varied, and is sure to meet the needs of all those little fussy eaters. The sweet mini-pizzas and super smooth fruity gelato are the big kid-pleasers.

There is both indoor and outdoor dining available and the seating layout fosters a cosy, convivial ambience, perfect for groups or a caffeine-fuelled lazy weekend pitstop with loved ones.

Jl. Raya Senggigi km8, Senggigi (Next to Marina Cafe) +6287761800773 Business hours: 11am – 11pm

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PHONE: +62 (0)8191 600 1539

EMAIL: INFO@MYLOMBOK.CO.ID

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The Beach Villa Lombok

Jivana Resort

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LUXURY LIVING

THE BEACH VILLA LOMBOK Chic tropical living at stylish Sire beach hideaway

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t may be just a short hop to the bustling Gili Islands but Sire Beach is still every inch the palm fringed tropical beach hideaway. This peaceful peninsular specialises in sugary white sands and a pace of life that almost harks back to a bygone era. Life here is mostly oblivious to the rapid pace of progress on the Gilis, and best of all there is no signs of mindless mass tourism. It’s altogether a more cultured vibe where getting horizontal and doing next to nothing has become an art form.

The Beach Villa Lombok is one of the sleek private villas dotted along the coastline here that exudes that cultured way of life - a haven of laid back luxury. Set in expansive grounds which slope down to the water’s edge, The Beach Villa features impressive modern design with elegant bamboo features, and natural stonework, yet perfectly complements the lush scenery.

The Beach Villa offers the key benefit of ample space, but lots of versatility too. There are two luxury bedrooms as standard with an expansive option of turning it into a fivebedroom beach retreat incorporating sister property Joglo House located next door. It’s perfect for larger extended families or groups. The Beach Villa’s master bedrooms are sleek and attractive but with real character just like a countryside villa retreat featuring natural wood, stonework and rattan features. Spacious with high ceilings, each has its own individual style and colour scheme; choose from subtle beige contrasts or nautical blue shades. Both offer breezy semi-open en suite bathrooms and inviting views to the garden and beach.

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The villa’s lounging areas span indoors and outdoors and feature a compelling fusion of styles. It is a very homely space with a colourful mix of Tuscany-style farmhouse dÊcor and more familiar tropical interior design. It is filled with elegant art and accessories while the covered terrace has a vibrant mix of furnishings and long flowing drapes offer ample privacy. A fully-equipped modern luxury kitchen is adjacent. This is the spot for a long lazy lunch under shade or dinner and after dark socialising. Other dining possibilities include on the white sands of Sire Beach or in the bale by the pool.

Villa guests need not lift a finger during a stay with a personal chef ready to rustle up your favourite dish or create a celebratory dinner for a special occasion. In-villa spa treatments are also available on-call to ease those tired limbs back into shape. Choose from a variety of treatments including full-body massage, facials, manicures, pedicures and hair masks.

The garden slopes gently down to the beach and looks impossibly verdant, dotted with emerald green foliage and swaying palms. It offers plenty of quiet shady corners to escape to for a pleasant afternoon nap or a cool cocktail.

It is especially ideal for family groups with inquisitive kids who have unlimited reserves of energy. There is plenty of space for them to let loose in the grounds.

The infinity edge pool sits invitingly just metres from the villa and the beach with ample shady areas and sun loungers to get horizontal on. The sandy beach here is pristine but is fringed by tall mature trees for welcome respite out of the direct sunlight. It is just a short hop across the water to snorkel the Gili Islands and a round of championship golf is just minutes away at nearby Sire Beach Golf Club. The beach itself is virtually deserted most days and feels like your very own stretch of sand to call your own.

Jalan Pantai Sire, Desa Sigar Penjalin, Tanjung, North Lombok 83352 beachvillalombok@gmail.com www.beachvillalombok.com

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Jivana Resort A tropical haven of laidback charm minutes from Kuta Beach

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espite the speedy pace of development on Lombok’s south coast and Kuta in particular there are still a number of secret retreats to really immerse in the area’s laid back charms. Just a brisk walk from the golden sands of Kuta beach lies one of the newer boutique havens Jivana Resort. It’s a comfortable contemporary retreat set amid attractive tropical gardens with a collection of deluxe suites nicely arranged overlooking the pool. In fact this is the largest pool in Lombok and even comes complete with its own little white sandy beach. The luxe creature comforts and ample lush landscaping make the ideal retreat to chillax away from Kuta’s constant hum of activity.

The huge pool is not the only water feature on show either.

Quaint ponds are dotted around and filled with koi fish.

It’s all a very serene vibe and the tropical gardens offer up plenty of secret spots among swaying palms and rock gardens to escape to. This contrasts well with the boutiquechic contemporary style of the accommodation. The Deluxe Pool Side Suites bring a touch of modern minimalist flair but with an inimitable tropical flavour featuring a nice blend of rattan and traditional dark wood features. Interiors are sleek, uncluttered and cavernous, which is just as well as they feature a huge 50-inch flat-screen LED TV. Suites also have a personal safe, a minibar and tea/coffee making facilities, plus a spacious lounging area and terrace. An extra-large option offers triple occupancy.

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For even more personal space and privacy, Jivana has a choice of one- and two-bedroom private pool villas tucked away among the lush greenery. Boasting 150-200 metres, these enclosed luxe havens provide arty, open-plan living with sleek lounging and private dining areas decorated in silky white overlooking the private pool deck. Each has elegant, eyecatching ensuite master bedrooms and a private enclosed garden for lazy days sipping a cool cocktail and loafing by the pool. It all adds up to the perfect refuge for couples or families.

There is a slinky restaurant and bar on-site to kick off the day with breakfast, or a lazy lunch in between cooling off in the pool. It also makes for a nice romantic spot for dinner when the surrounding fish ponds reflect the twinkling night sky. The resort lays on 24 hour security, front desk services, concierge and room service for in room dining, so there is virtually no need to lift a finger at all. Now that’s my kind of lazy South Lombok staycation.

resort • Kuta • Lombok •

Jl. Raya Kuta, Baturiti, Kuta Lombok, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia +62 370 6158000 / +62 853 3316 6838 jivanaresort@gmail.com www.jivanaresort.com

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Divine Waxing & Nail Bar Opening Party @ Aruna Senggigi Resort Divine Waxing & Nail Bar owner, Dewi Holzer, celebrated the opening of her new Wax & Nail bar together with her Birthday at the Aruna Senggigi Resort. A raffle and auction took place at the event and proceeds collected from this were kindly donated to Lombok’s Forgotten Children - Endri Foundation. The theme was Black, White & Gold and was attended by local & expat residents, members of Endri’s Foundation and Fiona Forrest, who all arrived looking stylish and chic.

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Rinjani Indah School – Celebrates World Oceans Day Friday 8th of June was WORLD OCEANS DAY, and RINJANI INDAH SCHOOL held an event to raise awareness of the importance of protecting our oceans and sea-life at the beautiful Tanjung Aan beach in Kuta, South Lombok. The students and families of Rinjani Indah School and community volunteers shared a message of reducing plastic usage, by constructing a giant turtle from recycled materials and used plastic rubbish to spell out the simple words ‘NO PLASTIC’.

The effects of poorly discarded rubbish are prominent in Indonesia due to waste management infrastructure not sophisticated enough to deal with the tonnes of single use plastic that is used. The giant turtle is adjacent to an important turtle nesting spot and will also be utilised as a plastic bottle recycling station. It can be found at Warung Turtle. Rinjani Indah School is a new International School in Kuta Lombok fostering an inspiring learning environment and a strong focus on community programs and local relationships. www.rinjaniindahschool.com.

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ASTROLOGY

horoscopeofthemonth Aries (March 21 – April 19) Home and work hit you with double whammy, Aries.

No matter how you try to spread the wealth of your awesome presence you find you come out on the short end of the stick. You have one defense— your ability to dazzle them with your brilliant use of language. That’s right. Smooze until you cruise.

You might catch a break, or at least a moment to yourself.

Leo (July 23 – August 22) You feel as if the weight of destiny is upon your shoulders. You have a great urge to move forward and accomplish great things. The problem is that you do not have all the information you need to go forward. Areas of concern are getting the support of people in authority, finding out the kinks to the project, and legal issues. Dig deep before you move forward.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) As charming and congenial as you are, Archer, you do tend to trip over your own feet in the relationship department. Love connections are problematic; relationships with the women in your life on thin ice. Maybe you’ve made too many promises you haven’t kept. Or you failed to follow through on a key task. Whatever it is, who’s in the doghouse?

Yes. It is you.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20) Take comfort in your family and your spiritual beliefs while the Universe dances a jig on your head. While you are at develop plans B, C and your escape plan when things become all too much. Areas of disagreement? Other people talking selfaggrandizing nonsense, doing stupid stuff and in general sneaking behind your back. Know anyone like that? Take a deep breath.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22) It is possible to do one of two things this month. You can move forward with innovative, incisive plans that bring you money. Or you can totally vacation the month away spending money. There are no half measures for you this month, Virgo. Plan your work and work your plan. Literally, it’s up to you to make the most of the opportunity to achieve what you want.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19) There is nothing more Capricorns like than making money. It warms your soul when you do something that helps you measure your success against others. And this is the month where you can pick the winners and avoid the losers. Stick to ideas, products and stocks that have practical, real world applications and you can’t go wrong. Do make decisions. Avoiding them will have long term consequences.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20) People around try to slip and slide, peer around the corners, and in general withhold information.

You hate that! Even when people talk to you, it seems like they can only sing one note, mi, mi, mi.

How annoying. Now is the time to take concrete action. Put the game controllers down, and pick up a pen, and write how you really feel. Don’t send it off though. That would be trouble.

Libra (September 23 – October 22) Maybe you should slow down. Like right now. You can’t see the obstacles that are slowing you down even though they are flashing on and off like neon lights. It’s as if someone cut the brake lines on your car and you are driving down a steep mountain road, not knowing if you can stop the car before you crash. In other words, don’t do anything rash.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22) You have your dreams, secrets, home and significant others, and they are the perfect armor against the harshness of the world. Come to think of it, this is the perfect time for that trip to the beach, or out-of-town, or just to the day spa. Small legal and educational issues crop up, and you find you may need to make some changes for a sibling or a parent. But otherwise, you’re good.

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Scorpio (October 23 – November 21) Buried between your mild, mannered, though shining with intensity persona, is an independent and stubborn soul that is determined to steer your own ship. Now, these are all good things, until you decide to step off the footpath to blaze your own trail. Do you not see the warning signs? No? Then listen up. For independent read loose cannon and stubborn, intractable. Either or both will land you in trouble. There. You’ve been warned.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18) This is a do not pass go month. Venus, the planet of love and money is opposite your sun, as well as the planet of commerce and communication. Plus, the planet of trouble, Mars in in your sign. What are you supposed to do? Drive slowly. Think carefully.

Do not spend money. Speak wisely. In short, all the things that you are not inclined to do. Buckle your seat. It’s going to be a bumpy ride.

Pisces (February 19 – March 20) You are able to cut through the muck and mire, the mist and fog, to see the heart of the issue. Normally perceptive, now you see beyond the details to inform and advise. This places you in the special role of seer, or trailblazer, of simply the person who can add and subtract to get the right sum. Don’t bother to try to explain your special magic, Pisces.

There are some things that are best left to curry your mystical persona.

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Mowies

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 Cafe Alberto +62 370 693 039 / 693 313 www.cafealberto.com Inari Sushi Bar +62 370 619 8325 La Chill +62 370 693 925 www.lachillbar.com Lotus Bayview +62 370 693 758 www.lotus-restaurants.com/lotusbayview Quah Restaurant +62 370 693 800 www.quncivillas.com Quali Restaurant +62 370 693 800 www.quncivillas.com SENJA Lounge & Dine +62 370 693 333 www.sheratonsenggigi.com/senja Square Restaurant & Lounge +62 370 664 4888 www.squarelombok.com The Kliff +62 370 6197 888 www.katamaranresort.com The Ballroom Restaurant +62 370 693 831 www.purimas-lombok.com The Taman +62 370 693 842 www.the-taman.com Warung Plaza Senggigi +62 878 6561 6688

Kuta and South Lombok Ashtari Lounge & Kitchen +62 812 3608 0862 www.ashtarilombok.com

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Aura Lounge & Bar +62 812 3682 3141 www.selongselo.com/aura

Scallywags Beach Club +62 878 6584 7309 www.scallywagsresort.com/beach-club

El Bazar Cafe & Restaurant +62 819 9911 3026

The Mexican Kitchen Gili Air +62 877 6550 3931

KRNK Restaurant +62 823 4017 9854

Gili Meno

Nugget’s Corner +62 878 6546 1505 Spice Market +62 370 6153 333 www.accorhotels.com/gb/hotel-0571novotel-lombok-resort-and-villas

Karma Reef Beach Resort +62 370 630 981 www.karmagroup.com/karma-beach Mahamaya Restaurant & Bar +62 888 715 5828 www.mahamaya.co

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Adeng-Adeng Beach Restaurant & Bar +62 818 0534 1019

Kayu Cafe +62 878 6239 1308

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Malibu Beach Club +62 370 619 5251 www.malibuclubgili.com Pearl Beach Lounge +62 81 337 156 999 www.pearlbeachlounge.com Scallywags Seafood Bar & Grill +62 819 17432086 www.scallywagsresort.com/bar-grill The Banyan Tree +62 878 6239 1308 Pituq Cafe +62 812 3677 5161

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

The Roast House +62 896 1027 3326 www.giliroasthouse.com

Kuta and South Lombok

Gili Air

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

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

Novotel Beachside Yoga +62 812 3892 0735

Mowie's +62 878 6423 1384 www.mowiesgiliair.com

Kuta Cabana Yoga +62 812 3892 0735 www.facebook.com/kutacabanayoga

Pachamama Organic Cafe +62 878 6415 2100 www.pachamamagiliair.com

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

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

Gili Meno 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

Gili T Casa Vintage +62 819 1724 3808

Health & Leisure / Recreation Senggigi and West Coast Pirates’ Bay Cruising +62 821 4500 3903 www.piratesbaycruising.com Scuba Froggy +62 370 693 901 www.scubafroggy.com

Sire & Tanjung

Other

Lombok Golf Kosaido Country Club +62 370 640 137

Rinjani Country Club Golf Course +62 828 9703 0270 www.lombok-golf.com

Sudamala Suites, Lombok +62 370 693 111 www.sudamalaresorts.com

Kuta and South Lombok

Kuta and South Coast Ashtari Cooking Class +62 812 3608 0862 www.ashtarilombok.com Sailing Adventures Lombok +62 819 0737 8377 www.sailingadventureslombok.com What Sup? Lombok +62 878 6597 8701 www.whatsuplombok.com

Indonesian Yacht Charters +62 812 4607 6042 www.indonesianyachtcharter.com

Origin Lombok +62 370 615 8550 www.originlombok.com

Weddings

Kies Villas +62 878 6553 4450 www.kiesvillaslombok.com

White Sand Weddings www.whitesandweddingslombok.com

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Sekotong

Hotels Senggigi and West Coast

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

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

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

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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 Hotel Villa Ombak Clinic Gili Trawangan Phone: 0370 642 336

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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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