In the build-up to Amandari’s 35th anniversary dinners in October, the resort will host monthly Purnama (Full Moon) feasts with welcome drinks and canapes, a traditional Ngejot menu and live entertainment (gamelan music and dancing). In addition, two new partnerships will see Amandari collaborating with sister brands Karusotju, Bali’s finest spirit company, and The Talasi, a coffee plantation resting on the slopes of Mount Batukaru.
Crafted exclusively for the resort’s anniversary, available for guests to purchase on property from October, the limited-edition bottles of Amandari X Karusotju are made with bespoke Karu 35 premium arak—a traditional sweet potato fermented spirit of the island.
Using Japanese (shochu) and Korean (soju) fermentation techniques, this arak has a refined profile with a smooth, earthy taste. Full-sized bottles will be available for purchase in Amandari’s boutique from October, each with a custom illustration by a Balinese artist.
A smaller size can be purchased from in-suite minibars. Also debuting in October is The Talasi X Amandari partnership, enriching the resort’s coffee offering. Three distinct varieties of Balinese coffee will feature within Amandari’s minibar selection along with complimentary homemade snacks.
Three new experiences are available in collaboration with Quantum Temple, the island’s unique regenerative travel platform, to honour Amandari’s longstanding connection to local communities.
Bathe in the sacred waters of Tirta Empul’s natural springs before the UNESCO-protected site opens to the public, then explore its 1000-year-old temple with a heritage storyteller. The second activity is a private, maestro-led concert and lecture at Professor I Made Bandem’s home in Singapadu.
A distinguished author, scholar, ethnomusicologist, and dancer, acclaimed with the UNESCO Music Council Award, Professor Bandem offers deep insights into Bali’s musical heritage performing captivating traditional dances accompanied by the gamelan.
The third experience delves into how ancient Hindu principles have infused Balinese architecture with rich spiritual symbolism through a guided tour of Penglipuran village led by an undagi (priest architect). This immersive journey unveils the ancient principles of Hasta Kosala Kosali and Tri Mandala, which have intricately shaped Balinese architecture for centuries.
As a final testament to Amandari’s significance in Bali, the storied property will feature in two books during the annual Ubud Writers and Readers Festival this October.
The first by Rahadityo Mahindro Bhawono documents ‘100 Years of Balinese Hospitality and Bali Hotel Architecture’ and the second entitled ‘Indonesian Cigar’ by Yadie Dayana highlights Amandari’s locally sourced cigar menu in The Bar. Indonesia is one of only three countries outside Central and South America where cigars are produced.
Amankila Bali
Continuing the theme of collaboration, Amankila, on Bali’s east coast, will host a number of exciting culinary events over the coming months in celebration of the newest incarnation of Aman’s signature restaurant, Arva, arriving at the resort.
From New York to Tokyo, Arva is renowned for serving exceptional ‘cucina del raccolto’ or harvest-style cuisine in select Aman destinations worldwide. At Amankila, Arva has refreshed the poolside setting of the Terrace to bring an entirely new dining destination with the same picturesque sea views.
From August, adding further lustre to Amankila’s culinary scene, is a new dining experience taking place at Ujung Water Palace. Built in 1901 and fully restored in 2000, this gracious estate was the architectural inspiration for Amankila.
