Why
Bali dishes
are special

They are distinct from dishes prepared elsewhere in Indonesia - and are considered by most international gourmets to be a cut above them.

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Bali's 4 most
famous specialties

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Be sure to try these famous specialties:

Babi Guling
Spit-roasted, crispy skinned suckling pig

Bebek Betutu
Spiced duck slowly cooked in palm or banana leaves

Lawar
Minced innards mixed with chopped vegetables

Bubuh Injin
Black rice pudding (served with sweetened coconut cream)

In Bali, most home cooks use quality meats, fresh seafood and newly harvested fruits & vegetables seasoned with an intricate blend of herbs and spices. Hot chilies are liberally used (though visitors can easily request "mild" in eateries).

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Balinese
alcoholic beverages

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Popular drinks

Native specialties:

Tuak
Sweet palm wine with low potency 

Brem
Sweet non-distilled rice based drink with modest potency

Arak
Distilled rice based drink with strong potency

Imported spirits, wines, beers and soft drinks are expensive in Bali due to a hefty import tax. More affordable are the Indonesian made beers, soft drinks, wines (top seller is the Hatten brand rose), and these traditional beverages: 

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Best 5 nearby islands

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