Cheese, crusty bread, Italian pesto, charcuterie… Just because you live in Bali doesn’t mean you have to give up the classics!

For expats living in Ubud, reconnecting with the familiar tastes of home can make all the difference. Here’s our complete guide to finding those comforting flavors—without spending your whole day chasing them down.

🛒 Specialty Supermarkets in Ubud and Nearby

Ubud might not be the first place you'd expect to find your old everyday favorites, but with a bit of digging (and plenty of asking around), you'll start spotting some familiar goodies in a few well-stocked supermarkets. It’s not Europe on every shelf, but it’s enough to soften the occasional bout of tastebud homesickness.

🧈 Pepito Market

This well-stocked supermarket caters to both local and international customers. You’ll find butter, cream, canned goods, cereals, sauces, biscuits, and—depending on the season—some products from Italy, Germany or the Netherlands. The cheese selection varies with shipments, but you can usually count on a few mild, crowd-pleasing options—perfect for a picnic board or a quick salad upgrade. The only issue: prices are very high, with margins ranging between +40% and +50% depending on the product.

🥫 Popular Market

Smaller than Pepito but definitely worth exploring, even if it is very pricey as well, Popular Market often hides great surprises for those who take time to wander the aisles. You might come across pesto, Swiss chocolate, British biscuits, or a German-style jam. The stock changes frequently, and that’s part of the fun—go in without expectations and leave with something you didn’t know you missed.

🥖 Bali Buda

More focused on organic and natural goods, Bali Buda is still a great spot for rediscovering some familiar flavors. Their bakery serves up whole grain loaves, focaccia, and nut breads that hold up nicely. You’ll also find homemade granola, old-school jam, and a cozy vibe that encourages lingering.

The attached café has a varied menu—from hearty breakfasts to vegetarian meals, smoothies and fresh juices. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a laid-back lunch or treat yourself to a mid-morning pick-me-up.

🍱 Ibulicious: Home-Style European Meals, Delivered to Your Door

And then there are days when you don’t want to cook. Or go grocery shopping. Or think too hard about dinner. You just want something good, balanced, easy… and a little bit like home. 😌

That’s where Ibulicious comes in: a meal delivery service in Ubud designed for families, couples, or busy professionals who want to eat well without the stress. Every week, we offer a new menu of comforting, home-style meals inspired by European cuisine—with a local twist, and plenty of care.

👉 What’s on the menu?

Main dishes like lasagna, quiche, gratins, mild curries or samosas
Starters: gazpachos, bruschettas, salads
Comforting desserts: muffins, chocolate mousse, crumbles, rice pudding

Meals are delivered twice a week in reusable containers and are super easy to reheat (in a pan—no microwave needed). It’s a simple, practical, and tasty way to bring a bit of France, Italy, Spain… or just that cozy “home” feeling right to your table.