L-R Lindsey, Kim, me, Amy. Yes, it may seem my tummy houses a small baby. Don't worry though. It's just a cocktail and pastry baby! Love this photo and love this place.
Espresso Martini @ La Lucciola. Yummy!
Potato Head Beach Club, Seminyak. Gorgeous place.
Some type of sangria with white wine, mango and lemon grass. I jokingly suggested eating all the mango because they are $2.99 a pop here in Brisbane at the moment.
A 'Kookaburra' - best cocktail of the trip at Potato Head.
Cocoon Beach Club, Seminyak.
Lindsey was blissfully happy to enjoy a monkey experience!
Lindsey - a sun goddess (haha!)
So, upon the ending of my 4th trip in Bali I shall make some recommendations. Some people think Bali is cheap, cheap, cheap. This is partly true - you get what you pay for. Pay $2 for a singlet from the market and that singlet will provide you with $2 worth of wear. Pay $39 for a singlet from a cute boutique and that singlet will provide you with $39 worth of wear. However, you do stumble across great bargains though - the dresses from the markets are usually a winner.
Beach Clubs/Bars - for drinks, meeting friends, watching sunsets
Cocoon - southern end of Seminyak in Double Six
Ku De Ta - northern end of Seminyak near Jl. Petitenget
Potato Head - northern end of Seminyak near Jl. Petitenget
Rock Bar - in Uluwatu/Jimbaran Bay. About 1 hours drive to get there but totally worth it. Arrive around 4pm to secure your spot.
Restaurants - for dinner, drinks go perfectly with the meals, just below Western prices
Mamasan - TO DIE FOR! I can still taste the dishes in my mouth today. Great for people who love chilli. Not so great for those that don't. Try the dumplings!
Potato Head - western style menu which can be a nice change to Bali food. Atmosphere is amazing.
The Junction - mixed menu. The girls will agree the Thai Seafood Curry a winner. Had my best Chicken Sate of the trip here. The decor is just gorgeous.
Ultimo - cheap, fast, good Italian food.
La Lucciola - one of the best eating experiences Bali has to offer. Great food, great view and great service.
Laca Laca Cantina - cheap, yummy Mexican food in a beautifully decorated restaurant.
Pizza Club - for something easy when you can't put your finger on a craving. Cute little place run by Aussies and delicious pizza.
Note: book ahead at Mamasan, Potato Head, Ku De ta, La Lucciola and similar kinds of place. Be sure to check out the restaurants along Jl. Petitenget.
Breakfasts/Coffee
Revolver - Gang 51 on Laksmana St - run by an ex professional surfer, Katie Allan - fantastic fresh and healthy breakfasts and FABULOUS coffee. This place oozes cool. Be sure to try the Granola.
Sea Circus - Jl. Kayu Aya - good breakfast and good coffee. Again, I had the granola. Give it a go, you will be impressed.
Note: while it is appealing that your accommodation may include buffet breakfast, I will now avoid this in the future. Mass produced food lacks quality and I always leave feeling terrible. Breakfast at Revolver or Sea Circus with a coffee, will set you back around $7.50AU. I think it is SO worth it.
Tailor
Janoko - in Poppies Lane II. Pricing is unbelievable and the service is fantastic. No need to negotiate pricing, it seems the price for tailored suits was the same across the board. Be sure to go and check on your garments a few days before leaving so they have enough time to alter them. I took some dresses to be altered that were too big and also had a dress copied.
Shopping
I will avoid Kuta until the day I die.
For ladies with feet smaller than size 10 - go to Matahari and Discovery.
Bags/Clutches - see above
Boutiques/Homewares - there are hundreds (literally) of cute boutiques, to suit men and women, all over the place. I particularly like Seminyak to shop for clothes. For homewares, Seminyak is also good. Just be aware that pricing can be much the same to Australia. However, you can be assured that not many people will have it!
That's all for now. If anyone wants some more info on Bali, please feel free to email me - brodie_lockhart@hotmail.com
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