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“Beyond every great meal lies the power to create livelihoods, preserve cultural heritage, and safeguard biodiversity. This is the power of Social Gastronomy.” When people hear the word gastronomy, they often think of fine dining
Ascott Menteng Jakarta celebrated its first anniversary by unveiling several upcoming additions to the property, including a Three-Bedroom Penthouse, a new meeting and dining venue, and refreshed menu offerings at A.RA.SA Menteng. The updates were

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The familiar Djournal café at Pasaraya Blok M returns with a more refined look as Djournal Monster Café. Created in collaboration with Indonesian street artist Darbotz, the refreshed flagship introduces new interiors, signature drinks and flexible spaces that suit everything from remote work to catching up over coffee. The reopening also introduces how Djournal plans

From Beer Garden to new digital touchpoints, dining-led concepts and bar venues with serious food credentials, BIKO Group is shifting how Jakarta eats, drinks and gathers From the Very First Pint The year was 2010, and a simple after-work drink in Jakarta was starting to feel expensive. People wanted somewhere easy-going to let off steam,

Sari Pacific Jakarta’s legendary Japanese restaurant returns with a new look and a new name, but the charms that built its reputation still remain. There is something reassuring about returning to a restaurant that has been around for years. Even when faces change, interiors are updated, and new dishes appear on the menu, guests will