Sari Kembar & Warung Eropa, Bali

Food crawlers in Bali's Kerobokan enclave should consider these two venues for a taste of some of the island's best-loved specialities: First, Sari Kembar, a well-respected babi guling specialist - the complete rice platter comprises plenty of thick-skinned slices of roasted suckling pig, partnered with crackling, an aromatic meat skewer, rustic sausage bits, lots of spiced offal, vegetables and sambal for an utterly fulfilling meal that's packed with flavour and texture.

Warung Eropa offers up the audacious claim of serving "the finest crispy duck in Bali" - debatable, but the kitchen undertakes a fair run at making good on its boast, with substantially fleshy fowl that's crunchy to the bite, succulent and savoury to the chew, rounded out with fiery condiments that pack a punch in conveying the island's dynamically rich, bold flavours.

Sardine @ Bali

Sardine is one of the most captivating restaurants in Bali's Kerobokan enclave, evoking the elements of traditional island living, with a setting of live bamboo and lily ponds looking over sprawling rice paddies. 

But the charm is more than superficial, underlined by the beautifully warm service here. As its name suggests, Sardine's forte rests in seafood, fresh from the fishing village of Jimbaran, paired with organic vegetables. Start with the, well, sardines - deliciously smoked and complemented with baby potatoes and chives in a sherry vinaigrette. Fish is also ideal for the main course, with the catch of the day grilled whole (irreproachable) and partnered with organic brown rice, vegetables from Bali's Begudul mountain site and sambal matah. 

Cocktails also showcase lots of finesse, with a few made with Balinese arak. Try the Arak Madu (arak with honey, lime and nutmeg) and Coconut Martini (arak with Malibu, coconut water, lime juice, delightful pandan 'caviar' and basil seeds).

Dinner: Sandat Glamping Tents @ Bali

Elegant interpretations of Balinese fare are the highlight of the evening at Sandat Glamping Tents: Pan-fried breaded river prawns with grated coconut; crispy duck with sambal matah, satay lilit & sambal oelek; & barbecued spare ribs, complemented by satisfactory Indonesian wines.

Breakfast: Sandat Glamping Tents @ Ubud, Bali

Breakfast at Bali's beautiful Sandat Glamping Tents is worth rising for, with wholesome, locally sourced fare that ranges from freshly baked bread & cakes to papaya & guava jams to complement the nature-loving vibes here.