KORAL RESTAURANT

At The Apurva Kempinski Bali

When it comes to fine dining, Koral Restaurant at The Apurva Kempinski Bali rises to the top of the charts on the Island of the Gods. Its unparalleled design, intriguing culinary offerings, imaginative cocktail experiences, and flawlessly delivered service all combine to create the finest dining adventure in Bali. As such, it’s no surprise to see Koral Restaurant voted the number one restaurant for fine dining by the readers of Exquisite Taste magazine.

Architecturally, Koral is the most unique dining venue on the island. Brilliantly designed and constructed, guests are wowed from the moment they descend the stairs into an epicurean aquatic wonderland. Koral integrates nautical touches with ceilings crafted from rustic hewn wooden beams, while beyond the brick framed windows an aquatic oasis awaits. The bustling coral reef captivates diners with its vibrantly coloured inhabitants.

Before the culinary journey, invite one of Koral’s master mixologists to craft a creative cocktail tableside. Afterwards, indulge in the masterful and imaginative gastronomic creations of Chef Andrea

Astone. Transforming local ingredients, Chef Andrea has designed a trio of distinct degustation menus. Two with a selection of four temptations and one menu ranging from four to eight courses. The menus offer a sumptuous array of seafood, meat, vegetarian and vegan dishes. When ordering from the Koral Traditional & Seasonal Monthly menu, guests may tailor their dining experience with up to four additional signature dishes. Temptations ranging from burrata & soya caviar, grilled spiny lobster, Wagyu tenderloin and beyond.

The final ingredient of Koral’s recipe for the ultimate fine dining experience is service. The attentive and intuitive staff execute each note of this underwater dining symphony flawlessly.

Koral Restaurant (kempinski.com)

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When dining in Nusa Dua, Kwee Zeen has a solid reputation as the go-to restaurant for imaginative and authentic culinary creations. Since its inception, the Pan Asian-inspired venue has consistently provided diners with a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere. Its open kitchen keeps

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guests both entertained and engaged during the dining experience.

Located on the ground floor of the hotel, guests may take the elevator from reception, or for a more majestic approach, take a leisurely stroll down the hotel’s grand staircase to arrive at Kwee Zeen. With its impressive patio and

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glass doors that magically fold towards the pillars of the venue, the restaurant provides the ultimate indoor-outdoor venue for all-day dining on the island; taking full advantage of Bali’s year-round favourable climate.

In addition to an array of sandwiches and burgers, the menu offers renditions of traditional dishes alongside local dishes such as Sate Campur and Kwee Zeen’s famous Ayam Guling. Chef I Made Budiasa's interpretation of Ayam Guling tops the charts and is served with the customary additions of turmeric rice, an assortment of raw herbs, varieties of chillies, chayote, soup and long beans.

Furthermore, the restaurant also provides ateliers. These ateliers comprising of an Asian appetizer table, a wok atelier mainly for Cantonese, Yunnan, Sichuan and also Thai and Singaporean items, and an atelier featuring dim sum, noodles as well as udon, soba, sushi and sashimi. There are also satays, robata grills, tepanyaki, tempura, hot pots, Chinese and Japanese steamboats, and the main feature of a fire pit.

Kwee Zeen (sofitel.accorhotels.com/9078)

Located on Petitenget in Seminyak, MAURI is a fine-dining eatery that offers contemporary Italian cuisine from Puglia to whet your appetite. Opened to great acclaim by chefowner Maurizio Bombini, the restaurant offers an à la carte menu alongside tasting menus, finely crafted cocktails and a Wine Spectator awarded wine list. Its cuisine emphasizes simple, genuine flavours that rely on the freshness of local produce for a memorable modern Italian taste.

A lively open kitchen showcases the culinary team with Chef Maurizio orchestrating the show. The restaurant can accommodate 40 guests including an intimate 5-seat Chef’s Table placed alongside the kitchen for customized meals served directly by the chef. On the mezzanine level, a bar and lounge serve carefully crafted cocktails, wine and light bites.

All diners are treated with a myriad of complimentary amuse-bouches including the signature Parmigiano Reggiano egg custard and the Bloody Mary Spherification. A five- or six- course tasting menu showcases the culinary homage to Puglia such as the Tonno in Carpione, a marinated raw tuna sourced in Indonesia combined with a local Burrata cheese with Taggiasca olive powder and finished with a caramelized onion sauce or the signature Ravioli 24th months Parmigiano Ravioli served with onion consommé.

MAURI (mauri-restaurant.com)

• A superb Signature Tasting Menu, including The famous Cavatelli

• A w ide selection of exquisite wines and creative cocktails

• Stylish restaurant with exceptional service

As Bali prepares to welcome 2022, the chefs at Starfish Bloo have been honing skills and delighting diners with their inspiring Sunday brunch, a twist on Western flavours inspired by Asian influences. Guests of all ages and from all around Bali are invited to pop in for a delightfully witty brunch session, Sunday from 12pm until 3.30pm.

Starfish Bloo offers a blend of casual beachside dining with a twist of glamour and during the week serves

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regionally imagined recipes and chefcurated tasting menus of seafood delicacies. However, it shines on Sundays.

Diners may start their culinary journey with Goya Tuna and Pass Around Tempura Oysters. Moving on to the mains, gourmands are presented with local seafood on ice, a BBQ corner including Balinese Pork Sam Sam, a bento bowl station, sushi & sashimi station, an Indonesian and Indian station, all rounded out with a perfect ending of tempting sweet treats for the palate.

For those looking to begin their brunch festivities earlier in the morning, guests can warm themselves up for the eating extravaganza with Buy 1 Get 1 Free on select beverages from W Lounge between 11am12pm. After brunch, retire to the Woobar where all beverages are offered at 20 percent off regular menu prices. The entertainment for the afternoon starts at 12pm and rocks along until 5pm, during which a live DJ performance sets the mood for an afternoon of leisure by the pool or on the sand with music tailored to suit the vibe of the venue.

Starfish Bloo (starfishbloorestaurant.com)

• S eafood on ice

• Hot buffet selection

• Creative cocktails

The Forge brings a welcome pubvibe to Seminyak, with a full menu of Western favourites. It was designed with the right balance of class and comfort, making it perfect for a fun night out or a place to catch up with friends for a beer.

The selection of craft beers on tap is a welcome sight in Bali. There’s also an extensive wine selection and a menu of classic and signature cocktails. Every day features a different food promo from morning till late afternoon. The Monday Steak & Wine, Wings Wednesday and Sunday Roast have become legendary.

Every table has a view of the big screen TVs to watch your favourite sports. And in the evening, a DJ brings you back with a mix of nostalgic tunes, R&B, HipHop and modern beats.

The Forge has filled a lingering gap in Bali’s pub scene and it’s no wonder it’s become a second home to many – the default location when lunching, watching sports, meeting friends or enjoying an afternoon ale.

And now with the addition of Texas BBQ smoked meats, there’s even more reason to drop by The Forge and order your favourite comfort foods. All prepared and cooked to the highest standards.

The Forge Gastropub (forgebali.com)

• E xtensive craft beers selection on tap

• Daily food promotions

• Texas BBQ smoked meats

When it first opened, it didn’t take long for Boy’N’Cow to rocket to the heart of carnivorous diners in Bali. With a location smack-dab by the strategic intersection of Seminyak and Sunset Road, the stylish industrial loftstyle establishment surely catches the eyes of passers-by. Hip and homey, there is more than meets the eye at Boy’N’Cow.

Taking centre stage is the meat selection, carefully curated and processed to perfection. Hand-picked from sustainable farms in Australia and the United States, the high-quality grain and grass-fed beef is dryaged for 28 days before being paraded for your choosing. Speaking of dry-ageing, the restaurant takes pride in its own in-house dry-ageing area.

When the juicy goodness is ready, chefs will break down the beef into succulent cuts and prepare it for the final step. Simplicity is key at Boy’N’Cow, as the culinary wiz uses only a little oil and Boy’N’Cow signature rub, before grilling the beef on a charcoal-fuelled gaucho grill – letting the meat quality shine on its own.

Bring your appetite and spare some time to really appreciate the highlights of this meat haven. The cut selection comprises striploin, rib eye, tenderloin and more. In addition, side dishes like Parma ham with 63-degree egg, mushroom and asparagus, beef striploin carpaccio, and the foie gras

The crowd favourites are definitely the steak tartare and bone marrow. And if you’re bringing a large group with a big enthusiasm for meat, opt for the 1kg Australian or USDA Tomahawk. Top it off with the restaurant’s signature cocktails and you’re good to go.

Boy’N’Cow Meat Boutique (boyncow.com)

• USDA 1kg prime tomahawk

• Australian 900g porterhouse

• 6 0-day dry-aged sirloin wagyu

One of the most anticipated newcomers in Bali's culinary scene, French-born Vincent Nigita has quickly captured the attention of the island’s food aficionados with his eclectic collection of dessert, pastry and confectionery creations. Now, he continues to provide sweet experiences for the masses through Kanvaz Pâttiserie by Vincent Nigita.

Born in Lyon, Vincent already had a strong entrepreneurial gene and possessed incredible work ethics from early on. In

2016, after London and Paris, his thirst for new horizons called him away from enviable circumstances. Ultimately, Vincent fell head over heels with Bali with its rich culture, customs and art. Six years and counting, the island has become his new home away from home, where he has not only expanded his family, but has also opened his first eponymous dessert and pastry boutique.

Stepping into the grounds of Kanvaz Resort Seminyak, it’s hard to ignore the striking retail outlet displaying all of Nigita’s heavenly sweet delicacies in a chic ambience. Nigita’s specialty in creating arrays of classic sweets is strikingly visible through Kanvaz Pâttiserie’s elegant display; variants of macarons, chocolate bonbons, candied fruits, marshmallow, chocolate tablets, biscuits and jams with vibrant colours and tastes are ready to welcome the guests' eyes and palate simultaneously.

Already becoming the island’s favourite, Vincent Nigita is never short of inspiration. New creations are popping up in the near future. This dessert shop and Afternoon Tea venue should be on everyone’s itinerary when visiting Bali.

Kanvaz Pâttiserie by Vincent Nigita (kanvazhotelbali.com)

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In the heart of Seminyak’s lifestyle district, ShiShi is Bali’s most illustrious dining and dance venue. The three floors begin with Izakaya Lounge. The Asian-themed restaurant where every night features a different menu from around the Orient.

With strong inspiration from Japanese cuisine, other Asian influences like Vietnamese, Thai, Chinese and Indonesian have found their way into the featured dishes. Monday starts with Vietnamese, Tuesday moves up to Korea, then the week proceeds through a selection of Japanese beef, seafood and street food dishes. The culinary journey concludes with Sushi Sundays. Everyday is an All U Can Eat menu.

After dinner, a glass elevator takes guests to the clubs upstairs where an LED ceiling, VIP sofas and the best local and international DJs create Bali’s most unique and exciting party experience. For a minimum spend, there are tables and plush sofas to enjoy with friends. The VIP Bottle Service includes mixers and fruit platters, and there’s a Club menu that features imported caviar.

ShiShi brings a high-end dining and party venue to Seminyak. Elegant and fashionable, the lavish interior is inspired by the most elite clubs around the world. Its popularity is the result of the top standards in quality and service.

ShiShi has become a must-visit venue for celebrities and influencers who want to add some glamour and elegance to their Bali holiday photos.

ShiShi Nightclub & Izakaya Lounge (shishibali.com)

• Variety of all-you-can-eat dishes daily

• Premium bottle service

• Renowned DJs from the island and beyond