We had such a rainy night last night and it continued into the day. Didn't hinder any plans as this was our shopping day - a day to visit several vendors selling cotton batiks, rayon batiks and silks. What a day it was. We began with another visit to Rayyis at Dewi Mas in Denpasar. He remembered Irene and I from our previous visit when we arrived in Bali. Of course given another chance to view the batiks, there certainly were a few that I missed buying before. The other stores we visited were much of the same - but different....lol. Didn't buy any rayon or silk, just a bit more of the quilting cotton batiks. All in all, I have not bought hoards - but certainly enough to do a few projects - or maybe just enjoy the collection and the memories.
We stopped for lunch at the Bali Bakery - they have the best pizza there! Made in a wood oven, these thin crispy delights were enjoyed by all and the bakery section! What a huge variety. We bought some cookies to take away and enjoy - we certainly had no room for dessert after our pizza. Food is very cheap here. Pizza and ginger ale came to $5.50.
So there was nothing interesting to learn today - just places to spend our money and some more street views. Some of the girls had a great deal of yardage that they will be taking home. I find that the quantity of beautiful fabrics is most overwhelming. So I am happy with the pieces that I did buy, but am glad that I didn't go too crazy - all it does is add weight to the luggage to bring home.
Our dinner tonight was at Massimo's - what an amazing Italian restaurant! The food is of the highest quality with handmade pasta and beautiful rich fresh ingredients! I had a salad, and fettucini with mushrooms in a cream sauce and an Iced tea and the bill came to $13.80.
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| Total bill for excellent Italian Meal $13.80 Cdn |
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| Handmade funghi tortellini |
I am beginning to look forward to coming home - the rapid pace of this holiday is starting to wind down and although there are a few things still to look forward to, I find myself thinking of my own bed and my family and friends and cooler climes. Today was a bit nicer with the rain off and on, but still found I was sticky most of the day.
Results of my shopping here in Bali!! ....... so far! 😸
1 comment:
Ah April! Chili conservator supreme! I am sure you are surreptitiously creating small signs for markets that advocate 'For Display Only' and 'Not for Human Consumption' and slipping them onto their chili displays. I am pleased you have been able to continue enjoying all kinds of food by making careful selections.
By the look of your new 'stash supply' you may have to forgo a suitcase and just wrap up the selections with Duct Tape and a label while wearing eight tops and three pair of pants. I wonder what the additional costs for luggage have done to the general tourist items brought home. I suspect there may be a move towards lighter materials and flimsier products although fabric seems to be somewhat standardized.
Eager to have you home and have a chance to see it all for real. Keep up the great street scenes. They sure beat our downtown as all your subjects are still walking or sitting up!!
Hugs and safe travels,
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