This evening, a short walk along the Nusa Dua beach revealed a small, open-air restaurant accompanied with traditional Indonesian music performed by a three person ensemble. The establishment appeared rundown, and… well, it’s probably fortunate the darkness masked what I’m somewhat confident would equate to several food safety violations. The two lizards and humungous beetle crawling on the wall above the drink station echoed the same conclusion. But, the entire ambiance felt like a welcomed departure from the touristy atmosphere associated with this region of Bali.
The chicken & pork satay sticks were my favorite. Ever.
They served the satay over a small, cast iron grill containing charcoal made from dried coconut shells. It provided a smoky and slightly charred flavor. And because the meat remained hot during the entire meal, each stick tasted as tasty as the first.
Satay over hot coals
