Journal
Stories from Maison Almaz
Guides to dining, shisha and nightlife in Canggu, Bali.
The Journal is where we share what we know about Berawa and Canggu: where to eat well, how to choose a shisha lounge, what makes a private event work, and the details behind our own Mediterranean and Slavic table, from mezze to caviar rituals.
New guides are added regularly. For announcements, opening hours and what's on this week, see our News page.
Work From Canggu
Where to Work in Canggu With a Shisha: Calm, Fast Wi-Fi, Plugs
Looking for a calm place to work in Canggu with a shisha? Maison Almaz has light music, high tables, fast Wi-Fi and a power outlet under every table.
Celebrations
Bachelorette in Canggu: A Night Plan
A simple bachelorette night plan in Canggu: sunset, a group dinner, champagne, a surprise moment and a private room, all at Maison Almaz in Berawa.
The Almaz Table
How to Eat Caviar (Without Getting It Wrong)
How to eat caviar properly: the spoon, the temperature, blini and cream, how much to take, what to drink with it, and how our caviar rituals work in Canggu.
From the Bar
Crimson Oak: Whiskey, Cranberry, Egg White
The Crimson Oak, a signature cocktail at Maison Almaz in Canggu: whiskey, cranberry, Angostura, egg white and lemon. How it tastes and what to eat with it.
The Private Room
Nintendo Switch Party Night in Canggu
Plan a Nintendo Switch party night in Canggu: the Private Room at Maison Almaz, with the big screen, party games, food, drinks and shisha for your group.
The Shisha Lounge
The Almaz Tasting: Three Heats, Three Journeys
How the Almaz Tasting works at Maison Almaz in Canggu: three heats over 90 minutes, the SEVER, ZAKAT and NOCH journeys, prices and how to choose.
Berawa Neighbourhood Guide
Sunset Spots in Berawa (and Where to Eat After)
Where to watch the sunset in and around Berawa, Canggu: the beach, Finns and Atlas, Batu Bolong, Echo Beach and Tanah Lot, then dinner at Maison Almaz.
From the Grill
The Tomahawk: How to Share 800g
How to share the 800g Tomahawk at Maison Almaz in Canggu: how many people it feeds, how to order the cooking, what to eat around it, and the price.
The Mediterranean Kitchen
The Real Greek Salad: What Goes In, and What Does Not
What a real Greek salad is: tomato, cucumber, onion, olives and feta, no lettuce. How the traditional horiatiki works and how we serve ours in Canggu.
Bali Nightlife Guide
The 5 Best Places to Go at Night in Bali (2026)
Five places worth a night out in Bali: Maison Almaz in Canggu for dinner and shisha around the clock, then La Favela, Motel Mexicola, Mirror and ShiShi.
Shisha
The Best Shisha in Bali Is Now Open 24/7
Since 24 October 2026 Maison Almaz in Canggu never closes: premium shisha around the clock, Quasar hookahs and three masters, Emil, Daniel and Playa.
Bali Guide
The 5 Best Afternoon Teas in Bali (2026)
Five afternoon teas worth the trip in Bali in 2026: a tree of hanging trays in Canggu, a teak joglo in Seminyak, a jungle bar in Ubud, Nusa Dua and Uluwatu.
The Private Room
A PS5 Lounge in Canggu: Where to Play With a Group
Looking for a PS5 or console lounge in Canggu? The Private Room at Maison Almaz is a private booth with PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, big screen, food, drinks and shisha for a group night.
Steaks
What Marble Score Means (and Why We Serve MB5)
Marble score explained: what MB1 to MB9 measures, how it changes taste and texture, why MB5 is the sweet spot for a rib eye, and how Maison Almaz in Canggu serves its Rib Eye MB5.
Good to Know
Service Charge and Tax in Bali, Explained
What "++" means on a Bali menu: the 7% service charge and 10% government tax, how to calculate the real price, whether to tip on top, and how it works at Maison Almaz.
From the Bar
Maison Pine: Vodka, Apple, Pineapple and a Little Lemon
The story behind the Maison Pine, the signature cocktail at Maison Almaz in Canggu: what is in it, how it is built, what it tastes like and what to eat with it.
Caviar
Beluga Caviar: Why It Is the Rarest
What makes beluga the rarest caviar: the sturgeon, the years it takes, the size and taste of the eggs, and how the Rituel Beluga is served at Maison Almaz in Canggu.
Events
Planning a Proposal Dinner in Canggu
How to plan a proposal dinner in Canggu without leaving it to chance: the table, the timing, the champagne, the photo, and how Maison Almaz helps set the moment.
The Almaz Table
Hummus: The Simplest Dish to Get Wrong
Why good hummus is harder than it looks: chickpeas, tahini, lemon, texture and temperature, and how the hummus at Maison Almaz in Canggu is made and served.
Shisha
Quasar Raas 2, Explained: Why We Switched to Thermal Heads
What Quasar is, where the French brand comes from, how the Raas 2 thermal head works and why it gives a steadier, cleaner shisha session in Canggu.
Berawa & Canggu
Berawa vs Batu Bolong: Where to Base Yourself in Canggu
The honest difference between Berawa and Batu Bolong for a stay in Canggu: beach, noise, traffic, food and nightlife, and why Berawa suits people who want quieter evenings.
Shisha
Union Hookah vs Darkside: Our Two Tobaccos Explained
The difference between Standard and Premium shisha at Maison Almaz in Canggu: Union Hookah and Darkside tobacco, strength, cut, flavour and which one to order for your session.
The Private Room
Inside the Private Room: A Night in Our Gaming Lounge
What the Private Room at Maison Almaz in Canggu actually looks like: the booth, the big screen, PS5 and Switch, shisha and champagne to the table, and how a group night runs.
From the Grill
Tenderloin vs Rib Eye: Which Steak Is for You
Tenderloin or rib eye? Tenderness against flavour, how each cooks, what it costs at Maison Almaz in Canggu, and how to order the doneness that suits the cut.
From the Bar
Our Signature Cocktails, One by One
The eight signature cocktails at Maison Almaz in Canggu, ingredient by ingredient: Maison Pine, Mango Mood, Crimson Oak, Pandan Cloud, Almaz Dorada and more.
The Almaz Table
Red vs Black Caviar: What Changes on the Palate
Red salmon caviar or black sturgeon caviar? Taste, texture, price and how each is served at Maison Almaz in Canggu, from Rituel Rouge to beluga.
Celebrations
Anniversary Dinner in Canggu
Planning an anniversary dinner in Canggu: the right table, champagne on arrival, caviar or a tomahawk to share, a surprise dessert and a late night.
The Almaz Table
What Is Mezze? A Guide to the Shared Table
Mezze explained: where it comes from, how to order it for a table, and the mezze at Maison Almaz in Canggu, from hummus and olives to the sharing platter.
Canggu Nightlife Guide
Canggu Nightlife: A Grown-Up Guide
How a night out in Canggu really works: sunset at the Berawa beach clubs, where to eat properly, cocktails and shisha all night, and getting around safely.
The Lounge
How to Choose a Shisha Flavour: A Beginner's Guide
New to shisha? How to pick a flavour you will enjoy: fresh, fruity or bold profiles, our Union and Darkside tobaccos, and when to let the master choose.
Berawa Neighbourhood Guide
Beach Clubs in Berawa: Finns, Atlas & After Sunset
The two beach clubs next to us in Berawa, Finns and Atlas Beach Fest: what each is like, when to go, and where to have dinner and a late night afterwards.
Berawa Neighbourhood Guide
A Day in Berawa: Surf, Coffee, Work & a Late Dinner
A local itinerary for Berawa, Canggu: morning surf, breakfast cafés, coworking, the gym, sunset at the beach clubs, then a late dinner at Maison Almaz.
The Almaz Table
Caviar in Bali: A Guide to Our Caviar Rituals
Where to eat caviar in Bali: the types, how it is served, prices at Maison Almaz in Canggu, and how the caviar rituals, blinis and zakouski work.
Canggu Nightlife Guide
Late-Night Dining in Canggu: Where to Eat After Midnight
Hungry after midnight in Canggu? Why most kitchens close early, what stays open, and how Maison Almaz stays open 24 hours with a night menu after 3 AM.
Celebrations
How to Plan a Birthday Dinner in Canggu
A practical checklist for a birthday dinner in Canggu: venue, group size, decoration, the cake, the menu and timing, and what Maison Almaz sets up for you.
The Lounge
Shisha vs Hookah: The Difference, and How We Prepare Ours
Shisha, hookah, narghile: what the words mean, what makes a good session (tobacco, coals, the hands), and how the shisha lounge at Maison Almaz works.
From the Grill
Steak in Canggu: Our Cuts, From Tenderloin to Tomahawk
A guide to the steaks at Maison Almaz in Canggu: beef tenderloin, the new Rib Eye MB5, the 800g tomahawk and the Wagyu selection, with prices and tips.
Canggu Dining Guide
Where to Eat in Berawa, Canggu: A Local's Guide
How to choose where to eat in Berawa, Canggu: the area, the styles of food, timing, groups and late nights, and what to expect at Maison Almaz.
Canggu Travel Guide
Where to Stay in Berawa & Canggu (and Dine Late Nearby)
Choosing where to stay in Canggu: Berawa beach hotels, Echo Beach resorts like COMO Uma Canggu and Hotel Tugu, villas, and where to eat late once you are in.
Events in Bali
How to Host a Private Event in Canggu, Bali
Planning a private event in Canggu? A practical guide to choosing a venue in Bali: capacity, catering, drinks, shisha and the details that make it work.
Canggu Dining Guide
The Best Mediterranean Restaurant in Canggu: What to Look For
A local guide to the best Mediterranean restaurant in Canggu, Bali: authentic mezze, grilled mains, atmosphere, wine and late-night shisha in Berawa.
Canggu Nightlife Guide
The Ultimate Guide to Shisha Lounges in Canggu
Where to find the best shisha in Canggu, Bali: premium flavors, refined ambiance and the evening spots locals return to. A guide from Maison Almaz.