This guide to Bali's fruits covers the season calendar, local fruit markets and supermarkets, and tips for choosing ripe fruit. Choose fruit you can peel yourself or wash with bottled or disinfec…
You can buy local mandarins very cheaply.
Many first-time visitors to Bali make the same mistake: they head to supermarkets such as Pepito and buy familiar-looking yellow bananas. In reality, these are often imported varieties with a fairly o…
If you're planning your holiday or searching for accommodation in Bali, the first and most important step is deciding which part of the island you want to stay in. Bali's regions are incredi…
This comparison records grocery prices in Bali in February 2023. Use it as a historical snapshot and check current shop prices when planning your budget.
Expats mostly cook at home. Prices for groceries vary depending on where they are purchased, the manufacturer, and sometimes the ability to bargain. For example, an experienced Bali resident can buy f…
Still can’t tell Bali’s most popular mango varieties apart? Think green always means unripe? Don’t be fooled by the plain, firm skin — inside, you might find anything from soft, honey-sweet flesh to a…
If you’ve decided to fill a large basket with fresh vegetables and fruits at a lower price than in a supermarket, you need to visit the traditional vegetable market in the morning. Balinese markets ha…
Bali welcomes you not only with beaches and temples, but also with an amazing opportunity to become a gardener — even if you are here temporarily. The island’s tropical climate is so favorable for pla…
Durian is often called the "king of fruits" due to its distinctive sweet taste and unique, strong aroma. Yet, many people have been disappointed by this exotic fruit because they encountered a poor-qu…
In the village of Bayung Gede in Kintamani, there’s a place that’s barely mentioned in tourist guides. Random travellers rarely end up here. Now and then, it’s visited only by those who already know B…
