Jia CURATED returns to Bali from 13 to 17 August 2026 with a new setting, a broader programme, and a renewed conversation between design and the natural world. This year, the annual celebration of craft, culture, and creativity relocates to Pengembak Beach in Sanur, transforming a 15,000sqm stretch of coastline into an immersive platform for exhibitions, installations,…
Destination
Sunset yoga and candle making offer a more mindful way to celebrate Indonesia’s Independence Month, inviting guests to pause, reconnect and embrace the quieter moments of togetherness. On Saturday, 15 August 2026, Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel welcomes guests and the local community to Sunset Yoga + Candle Making: Stretch for the Nation, an intimate wellness experience set against the…
Before Jang Table officially opens its doors in Nusa Dua, diners are invited to experience an exclusive preview of the concept through a limited two-night kitchen takeover at Tangelo Bali, located within Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection. Taking place on 20 and 21 August 2026, the intimate dinner introduces Chef Ray’s contemporary interpretation of Korean cuisine, where tradition…
Check out these recently opened Peranakan restaurants in Singapore that are passionately keeping boldly flavoured Nonya flavours alive. Text by Eris Choo
The Peranakan Club
Tucked away on the second floor of the rear block of Orchard Towers, The Peranakan Club is a showcase of Straits Chinese cuisine and culture. The casual dining space is decked out in maximalist…
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort Introduces an All-Inclusive Escape Designed for Effortless Luxury
Luxury holidays are at their best when every detail is thoughtfully taken care of. With the launch of its new All-Inclusive Package, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort invites guests to experience a seamless island retreat where exceptional dining, intuitive hospitality, and beachfront relaxation come together in one curated offering. Blending the brand’s signature French art de…
English electronic-pop duo HONNE are preparing for an intimate gathering with fans in Jakarta as part of a decade-long musical milestone. Taking place at Aloft by Marriott Jakarta Kebon Jeruk on 22 August, Live at Aloft Presents: A Hangout with HONNE offers a casual encounter with band members Andy Clutterbuck and James Hatcher . Rather than hosting…
Indian cuisine has found an extraordinary new address on Bali’s southern coastline. Nestled within the cliffside sanctuary of Karma Kandara in Ungasan, Tandoori Bar & Grill introduces a dining concept that pairs the rich culinary heritage of India with uninterrupted ocean views, making it the island’s only beachfront Indian restaurant.
Designed as an all-day destination, the…
On the evening of 25 July 2026, Jakarta’s skyline briefly became part of the city’s biggest rooftop celebration. Fireworks burst above the capital while a custom LED display illuminated the façade of Gama Tower, prompting speculation across social media. Many assumed it was a private event or a surprise celebration inside the building. Instead, it…
The island’s culinary traditions take centre stage once again as Padma Resort Legian introduces its new Bali Heritage Afternoon Tea, a destination-inspired experience that reimagines the classic ritual through the flavours, stories, and produce of Bali. Launched in June 2026, the offering is available daily with a minimum one-day advance reservation, price starts at IDR 635,000 for…
The St. Regis Jakarta marks Indonesia’s Independence Month with Kanvas Rasa: Indonesia in Ink & Sugar, an art-inspired afternoon tea created in collaboration with Indonesian contemporary artist Eddy Susanto. Available from 1 to 31 August 2026 at The Drawing Room, the experience brings together visual art, gastronomy, and cultural storytelling in a format that feels both…

