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November is looking a lot more exciting as 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird celebrates its second birthday. Turning two this month, the hotel is marking the occasion with ‘Twice As Odd’, a month-long celebration packed
International schools in Jakarta (and Greater Jakarta) open their campuses to prospective families a few times a year. But with so many choices and different dates, it’s hard to keep track of all the different

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The Trans Luxury Hotel Bandung takes Indonesian gastronomy to new heights with the introduction of KALA, a modern Indonesian fine-dining restaurant that celebrates the country’s rich culinary heritage through contemporary techniques and elegant presentation, complemented by spectacular views of the city. Situated on the hotel’s highest floor, KALA brings a fresh perspective to Bandung’s fine-dining

Cocktail bars are their own breed of venue – they’re stylish, comfortable and most importantly promise a well-made libation. Whether you prefer a sultry speakeasy or somewhere lively and full of life, you’ll find the full range in this curated list of cocktail bars in Jakarta. These venues represent the crème de la crème of

Charcoal does its fair share of work for SEMAJA’s menu: caramelising the sweet marinade on the Wagyu Sate Maranggi; enhancing the Iga Konro Bakar with a smoky finish after its 48-hour sous-vide; and gives depth to the familiar Indonesian flavours. At this Menteng restaurant, fire and slow cooking offer a clear look at how the