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Mohammad Hatta with his family: (from left) Mohammad Hatta, Meutia Farida Hatta,Gemala Rabi’ah Hatta, Halida Nuriah Hatta, and his wife, Siti Rahmiati Hatta. Photo courtesy of Mohammad Hatta’s Family. In honour of Indonesia’s Independence Day,
Ascott Jakarta recently hosted another edition of Ascott Soirée, its signature lifestyle gathering that brings together art, culture, creativity and meaningful connections. Set within the elegant Three-Bedroom Penthouse, the evening offered guests an intimate setting

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Whether it’s a leisurely brunch with family, coffee with old friends or a lively dinner that stretches long into the evening, sharing a meal remains one of the simplest pleasures of life in the city. , Jakarta’s dining scene offers no shortage of options when it comes to dining, drinking and getting together. Designed to

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