Spice Island: what Bali will surprise you with

Bali is the best place to reset the body and soul, especially after prolonged cold weather. The island has a unique energy, and it also abounds with fresh fruits and seafood all year round.

Whether you prefer chic restaurants, conscious eating places, vegan dishes, or want to discover local culinary traditions, it’s hard to go hungry in Bali, says blogger Julia Susova, @susfood.

Gastronomic schedule

From the rice terraces and fields that occupy a significant part of the island, it is easy to guess that rice is the head of everything here. Add to it a bouquet of spices, grilled seafood, vegetables with original sauces and exotic fruits – all this is gastronomic Bali. A separate ritual for the Balinese is breakfast. Especially in the fashionable place of Canggu. Such smashed avocado, smoothies and fresh juice from the most incredible fruits cannot be found anywhere else. Foods worth trying in Bali include babi guling (suckling pig), freshly caught lobsters, nasi goreng or “fried rice”. And to understand what a traditional Balinese dinner is, it is better to go to the Alila Villas Uluwatu restaurant in Uluwatu and order megibung, when all the dishes are brought “to the table” for everyone. But that’s not all. A 15-minute drive, in Jimbaran, the freshest seafood.

Dozens of cafes are located along the embankment, where dishes for every taste are prepared on coals from coconut copra.

Taking care of nature

In general, life in Bali is closely connected with nature. The locals are trembling about the issue of its protection, in particular, the problem of waste disposal. The recently opened Ijen Restaurant at Potato Head Beach Club is built from recycled materials and is environmentally friendly. Vegans will love the restaurants in the island’s capital, Ubud. The menu includes dozens of salads and bowls with superfoods, vegetable stews, matcha and coffee with coconut milk. The Aperitif Restaurant&Bar restaurant stands apart: two months after its opening at the Viceroy Bali hotel, it ranked 58th according to World’s Best Places. Belgian chef Nick Vanderbeeken has created a sophisticated 8-course menu with wine accompaniment. Perhaps this is one of the best culinary tours for which people come to Ubud.

Need to know

In any part of the island you can find small stalls with the most delicious natural gaya ice cream. And at the same time try ice cream with the taste of durian, sirsaki, ginger stracciatella, etc.

The best beach parties with deliveries are at Potato Head Beach Club in Kerobokan. It’s always fun and noisy here.

Rock Bar in Jimbaran has the most amazing ocean view. People come here especially to enjoy the beautiful sunsets.

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