Driving ‘zero waste’ in Bali

Hotels have been flying the sustainability flag for years, with varying levels of commitment. But even before “zero-waste” became a buzzword, Desa Potato Head in Bali, one of the trendiest beach clubs in the world, was already focused on the environment.

In 2023, the eco-luxury resort clinched a spot in the World’s 50 Best Hotels annual list – alongside iconic locations such as Raffles Singapore, Aman Tokyo and Claridge’s in London. But what is less known is the fact that it has taken its own plastic ban and compost kitchens a step further, to become a working model of eco-hospitality. For example, it produces only 0.5 per cent landfill waste, and runs a zero-waste restaurant – a claim few other garlanded hotels can make.

In this week’s BT Lifestyle, we visit the property in Bali and learn more about how style, nightlife and serious waste management can not only co-exist under the same roof, but actually thrive.

In Health, we ask the question: Is irritable bowel syndrom (IBS) simply caused by stress and not a “real” condition? This being IBS Awareness month, we explore both the misconceptions and science behind this complex gut-brain disorder, and whether exercise and diet can bring it under control.

In Arts, get a sneak peek at the upcoming production of Macbeth, the latest Shakespeare in the Park production to take place at Fort Canning. And in Dining, we see if Tempura Ensei, helmed by a chef who trained at a 120-year-old Edo-style tempura restaurant in Japan, lives up to its claims.

For all this and more, don’t miss BT Lifestyle this week.