Going away soon? As the masses flock to spend their first time abroad (since you know what) frantically escaping the cold to bask in the European sun, some of us are planning a much closer trip to our tropical neighbour, Bali.

No great holiday is planned without a few new fits and bookmarked local eateries to try – to say the least dining out in style is what the En-Route team is all about. We sought out Aussie ex-pat duo, Sarah-Jane Abrahams and Helle Them-Enger, co-directors of sustainable fashion label, Faithfull The Brand to share their local secrets.

The pair have been based in Indonesia since 2012 collaborating with Bali’s best manufacturers to create their hand-made garments, so we’re pretty safe to say their local insights will come in handy. Read on as the fashionable surfing duo share their holiday wardrobe edit, favourite coffee joint, best locations for a girl’s brunch and of course some local Balinese favourites. You bet we’re checking off everything from their recommendations below.

BREAKFAST & BRUNCH

THE LAWN

“Head to The Lawn for a poolside brunch while overlooking the ocean. We love the rustic interior, the menu, and the music. Stay until the late afternoon to enjoy one of the best sunset spots in Bali.”

Location: Canggu  | Hours: daily from 12PM

LA LUCCIOLA

“Another favourite of ours is La Lucciola. La Lucciola is situated right on the beach next to one of the most iconic temples in Bali and has been around for as long as we can remember. The interior is beautiful, enjoy either the breakfast or lunch menu. It’s all amazing.”

Location: Seminyak | Hours: Tues-Sunday from 12PM

BALINESE FOOD

“We love Indonesian food, and one of our favourite local warungs (this is what the Indonesians call a small restaurant or café) is called Warung Melati. Make sure to not get there too late as they sell out during the lunch rush.”

WARUNG MELATI | Location: Legian | Hours: 10:30AM – 8PM

“For a more refined Indonesian dining experience head to Ulukan for lunch or Kaum which is situated on the second floor of Potato Head.”

ULUKAN | Location: Canggu | Hours: daily 12PM – 11PM

KAUM | Location: Seminyak | Hours: daily 12PM – 10PM

DINNER & A NIGHTCAP

We love Mosto, a natural wine bar (with superb Italian food), or Bar Souvenir for a more intimate bar experience. If we feel like a boogie, we head to The Lawn on a Friday night.

MOSTO | Location: Canggu | Hours: daily from 5PM

BAR SOUVENIR | Location: Berawa | Hours: daily from 5PM