Editorial

Nandusin & Tlengis: Bali’s Forgotten Flavours & Timeless Techniques

As the practice of nandusin has declined, so too has the availability of tlengis. Warung di Kebun tries to bring this forgotten dish back to life.

Food for Thought

Dive into the deeper meaning of Balinese cuisine. Explore the culture, history, and stories behind the island’s vibrant food scene in Bali.

Puppet Master Made Sukadana: Bending Traditions to Preserve Them

The puppet master, known as a dalang, have a revered role in Balinese society. Made Sukadana shares how he has kept this art from fading.

On a Mission to Empower Women

Stories of three organisations focusing their efforts on protecting, educating and empowering women here in Bali.

Bali Island School Welcomes Future Global Leaders for Bali MUN XIV

The annual Bali Model United Nations has become an important youth platform encouraging open dialogue to connect, learn, and exchange ideas.

Gusti Nyoman Darta: Culinary Inheritance in Practice

I Gusti Nyoman Darta embodies Balinese culinary heritage, shaped by ritual, service, and memory. Where knowledge is practised, not written.

Pawiwahan: The Sacred Union

Discover pawiwahan, Bali’s marriage ritual that unites couples, families, and communities in a sacred journey into adulthood.

Train of Hope Project: Bali Student Raises Funds for Sumatra’s Flood Victims

Is Bali Hindu? Part Four: A Name at Last!

In this finale of a 4-part series, the slow, simmering process finally ends with a conclusive agreement on what to name the Balinese religion.

Is Bali Hindu? Part Three: The Rise of the Balinese Intelligentsia

In the 1920s, Bali would experience a new phenomenon, the rise of a western-style intelligentsia who laid the foundation of a Balinese debate.

How AI Can Serve Bali Development and Tourism

Discover how AI is shaping the future of Bali’s tourism and sustainable development. A deep dive into digital innovation. Read more.

Exploring Royal Landmarks & Ancient Sites in East Bali

Explore East Bali’s royal landmarks and ancient villages, from the iconic Lempuyang Temple to the historic Karangasem Royal Palace.

Four Ways to Effectively ‘Go Green’ in Bali

With Bali’s Suwung Landfill closing at the end of December 2025, this is the perfect opportunity to adopt better waste disposal practices,

The Future of Farming in Bali, Ft. Kania Maniasa | Bali Breakfast Talks Episode 2

Meet Kania Maniasa of Green School Foundation as she discusses sustainable education and the future of farming for Bali's younger generation.

Unique Celebrations: Bali’s One-of-a-Kind Festivals

Across Bali, some regions preserve unique festivals shaped by local history or old customs abandoned elsewhere; here are several examples.

Experience Transformative Wellness at Six Senses Uluwatu with Braj Raj Singh

From 3-30 December 2025, Six Senses Uluwatu presents a journey of renewal and holistic healing by Visiting Practitioner Braj Raj Singh.

A Historical Look at the Musical Instruments of Bali and Java

Indonesia is home to many musical styles and instruments. It is not merely entertainment, but a rhythm that courses through daily life and spiritual rituals.

Letters from Bali: Local Opinions on the Future of Tourism

BASAibu recently collected insights from everyday Balinese communities to hear their honest feedback on the future of tourism.

How Important is Design in Our Lives?

Our Publisher, Alistair Speirs, notes that while Bali’s design heritage is extraordinary, its modern architecture often overlooks local traditions.

Catur Desa: Guardians of the Forest and Lakes

During Catur Desa’s biennial ceremony, ten thousand villagers walk 25 kilometres from Lake Tamblingan in central Bali down to the north coast.

Asta Kosala Kosali: Ordering Space, Mirroring the Cosmos

Asta Kosala-Kosali is the traditional Balinese system of spatial and architectural rules that governs how buildings and compounds are planned.

'Is Bali Hindu?' Part Two: A Collective Identity

This is part two in a series of four essays by Bruce Carpenter, inspired by Kebalian (2024). It is his hope to point readers in the right direction in understanding Bali's most fundamental identifying characteristics.

Indonesian Fruits Through the Eyes of Early Explorers and Botanists

From luscious mangosteens to spiky durian, fruits or locally known as 'buah' play an important part in Indonesian cuisine.

Seven Clean Seas Expands to Bali to Tackle Plastic Waste Pollution

Seven Clean Seas, an Ocean Impact Organisation founded in Singapore, has officially expanded its operations to Bali.