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Sunday, July 31, 2016
Bali 2016: Cafe Hopping @ Kerobokan
Friday, July 29, 2016
Bali 2016: Babi Guling @ Warung Pak Malen, Seminyak
Monday, November 18, 2013
Bali Trip 2013: Nasi Campur at Warung Sulawesi, Seminyak
My final eating place just before we headed off to the airport was Warung Sulawesi. This was another Balinese dining place found through Hendra’s resourcefulness. Hidden behind other restaurants on the main road, one cannot really tell that an eatery resides behind the walls. But through keen tongues and by word of mouth, this cafĂ© is no newcomer. On a closer study, it seems like Westerners residing permanently in Bali love this place. I can see why. With plants everywhere and a retro fit to the place, it looked simple yet substantial. The food etiquette here is simple. Stroll along the bain-marie, pick the things you want and by the end of it, you receive a tag with the price on it. Should you need more, rock up the counter and just add on before grabbing another price tag.
Grilled chicken, soy bean curd and a fried chicken
It was the final meal of the trip and no one was holding back. I for starters picked 5 dishes at a cost of $R32,000. All of which reminded me of classic Indonesian favorites from Perth, just that they were prepared one notch higher in their home ground. The Ayam Panggang or grilled chicken was full of flavor from the marinade and spices. More importantly, it was tender unlike its deep fried counter part that came rock hard with a whiff of turmeric. The Tofu Kecap Manis was another stunning dish which almost everyone had. Full of rich flavor from the deep caramelization of the sauce giving it it a sticky-sweet consistency that was extremely addictive. Simple but yummy.I also ordered a vegetable stir fry and the Telur Belado. Telur Belado is an Indonesian egg dish that is pretty much hard-boiled that is deep fried and tossed in a sweet chili sauce. At first I was shocked when I bit into something extremely spicy and started to blame the egg. But it was not long before I realized that it was my cabbage stir-fry with what I initially thought was chopped up beans and spring onions but were actually green chilies. Almost died there!
The concept of Nasi Campur is very much like the Chinese’s Economy Mixed Rice. There is something for everyone. Regardless of whether you are a vegetarian, or a bodybuilder trying to bulk up, the Nasi Campur is simply fantastic. On my plate today there was literally every single flavor except bitterness. It was sweet, sour and salty with a good hint of chili. Together, they are form amazing alchemy. Mixed all together, just a few or simply enjoy each by themself. Whatever you chose, it was ensured satisfaction. So in the end, what really mattered was the Warung’s ability to deliver delicious dishes for selection. At Warung Sulawesi, that was exactly what they did and the Nasi Campur selection was every bit flavorful. Was this a posh, squeaky clean place that will fit into everyone’s good book? I doubt so! Despite its lush garden, the random mix and match furniture was old and the whole place was rather run down. But in the eating world of Bali, it was clear that if you are not fine dining, you will be in Warungs like this. For me, a curious eater, I could not bother much and found it to be rather substantial as mentioned earlier.
WenY
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Bali Trip: Babi Guling at Warung Pak Dobiel, Nusa Dua
Friday, November 15, 2013
Bali Trip: Menega Seafood at Jimbaran (High Resolution Post–Test)
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Bali Trip: The Infamous Ribs of Naughty Nuri’s and a KFC Breakfast
Easily, the Smoky Pork Ribs $R90,000 is where I will start. Cooked to perfection, the meat fell off the bone effortlessly and I had no problems eating it. No overly chewy bits that agitates the pleasurable moment. Simply sublime. When it comes to the sauce, it was full of flavor. You have sweet, salty and need I even mention, the great smoky flavors of a traditional charcoal grill. For an unsuspecting eatery like this, simply outstanding if not for its already over-mentioned existence.
Sorry about the picture lol. It was dark as hell in the venue. Also, while the chicken is basted with the same sauce I strong suggest AGAINST the chicken. It was simply dry and tasteless on the inside.
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Bali Trip: Crispy Duck @ Bebek Tepi Sawah
WenY
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Teaser: Bali 2013, A Friend’s Wedding and A Foodie Trip
I recently attended a friend’s wedding in Bali. Needless to say, it was extremely beautiful. Dream location for sure, as her chapel in Ayana overlooks the sea! Might get a post on her wedding if I can get some photos from her. But for the rest of you food lovers, keep a lookout on this space as I got a chance to do some serious eating around town after the celebration. Famous places like Naughty Nuris, Pak Dobil’s and Bebek Tepi Sawah were visited. Till then :)!
WenY