Ancient Wisdom, Modern Living, and the Launch of the Usada Supper Club At Usada, wellness lives at the intersection of practice, culture, and lived experience. This May, we welcome Ayurvedic author Ulli Allmendinger for the launch of her new book The Power of Ayurveda, alongside the introduction of a new experiential series, the Usada Supper […]
At Usada, cultural programming continues to grow through ongoing collaborations with practitioners who bring lived experience into the space. David Metcalf, photographer and visual anthropologist, joins as a community partner, presenting regular photography highlights alongside cultural talks drawn from his travels. His work offers a grounded lens into place, culture, and continuity. This month, we […]
We invite you to join a 15-day Yatra through Bhutan, a journey through a unique spiritual landscape, and an opportunity to step out of your usual routine and reset. Bhutan has a long-standing tradition of pilgrimage. For generations, people have walked these mountain paths, visited these monasteries, and returned to the same sacred places over […]
An interview with Ms. Olivia of Ubud Raw by Dian Dewi for Usada, Ubud Bali What’s the controversy with cacao today? The Truth About Cacao with Ubud Raw at Usada. Chocolate often carries a bad reputation. Many people associate it with weight gain, cavities, and unhealthy habits. But according to Ms. Olivia of Ubud Raw, […]
Bali’s rainy season is beautiful, but after months of humidity and rain, does your body feel heavy, sluggish, and vulnerable? You’re not alone. During this time of year, it is common for digestion to weaken, mucus to accumulate, and immunity to drop. February and March in Indonesia mark a unique seasonal threshold. Ayurveda teaches us […]
Putu Yudiantara works at the intersection of psychology, Balinese scripture, and lived experience. Rather than offering fixed answers, his journey unfolds through deep listening—to texts, to tradition, and to the human condition. In this conversation, he reflects on purpose, doubt, devotion, and the clarity that slowly emerges when one finally makes peace with their own […]
