Chef Natalia González Introduced Genuine Peruvian Flavours at Café Gran Melia

As part of Peruvian National Day celebrations in Jakarta, Hotel Gran Melia, in corporation with the Embassy of Peru, welcomed Chef Natalia González Echeverría, one of the country’s premier chefs, to introduce some of the riches of the cuisine to diners in the city. Peruvian Ceviche. Photo courtesy of Gran  Melia/NOW!JAKARTA Peruvian cuisine leans on

Commedia dell’arte Revisited in The Secret of Harlequin

Italian actor Enrico Bonavera recently presented an inspirational, thought-provoking performance I segreti di Arlecchino (The Secret of Harlequin) about the prominent character in Commedia dell’arte. Audiences at Goethe Haus Jakarta, were in complete awe of his portrayal of the character. Enrico Bonavera improvise comedy acts, usually based on audience’s reactions or a pre-established scenario. Photo

Selatan Encourages Green Living

Food sustainability  has become increasingly importance as ecological concerns loom large. NOW! Jakarta recently met Kartika Jahja, owner of the environmentally friendly restaurant Selatan to talk about this issue in depth and how the restaurant helps to empower a green lifestyle. Selatan Empowers Green Lifestyle through Healthy Food. Photo by Rintang Azhar/NOW!JAKARTA You have been recognised

Sustainable Food Systems for Better Living

Capitalism now appears to be at its peak in the natural evolution of the global economy. The question it raises, however, is “is capitalism sustainable”? This question ultimately must be addressed by everyone. Is capitalism to blame for the ecological crisis? And to what degree can we be motivated toward a more sustainable food system?

Thai Food Festival at Le Meridien Jakarta

Le Meridien Jakarta is currently hosting a Thai Food Festival. This month, enjoy a  wide range of moreish Thai delicacies and take in a cultural performance organised by Tourism Authority of Thailand.  Thai Food Festival runs until mid October where the guets could enjoy number of dining promotion at Le Meridien Jakarta. Photo courtesy of

Tortured Brew : The Truth Behind Luwak Coffee

Civet cats are considered one of the world’s endangered species living in the tropical rain forests throughout Asia and Africa. Sadly, these mammals are used for coffee and fur. The small, mongoose-like nocturnal mammals are the main victims in history for the world’s most expensive cruel coffee. There is no absolute way to tell whether

Into the Light: A Community That Helps Prevent Suicide

Death by suicide is a tragedy. A soul-crushing surprise, leaving loved ones, friends and family not only mourning the shocking death but also prediction and prevention are fraught with difficulty. Here in Jakarta, you can join Into the Light, a community engagement that concerns on preventing suicide across the lifespan. NOW!JAKARTA Deciding whether or not

At “Dining With the Star” Australian Beef & Lamb are in the Spotlight

Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA), an industry marketing body, hosts a series of special meals highlighting Australian beef and lamb. The meals, in  partnership with PT Bank Danamon Indonesia, provide an exquisite fine-dining experience called “Dining with the Star”. Guests can enjoy a range of different dishes created by a collaboration of five chefs from

A Taste of Portuguese Wine at Porto Bistreau, Bandung

Porto Bistreau, in collaboration with The Peak Connoisseur and Varuni Panca Baverindo, hosted ‘Preto & Perola Wine Dinner’, a fine dining experience with the wines of Portugal which were served alongside a delectable menu. Held in the Nara Rancabentang Park, a lush green forest area North of Bandung, this experience involved good wine, food and

A Better Future with Endless Computers

Digital literacy is a dynamic learning process involving technology, communication tools and/or networks. Asyariefah RA spoke to CEO and Founder of Endless Computers, Matt Dalio about his organisation’s reach in areas with limited access to technology. CEO and Founder of Endless Computers, Matt Dalio. Personal Files/NOW!JAKARTA Many of our readers will be hearing about Endless Computers

Inside the Recently Renovated Erasmus Huis

There is only one Dutch Cultural Centre: the Erasmus Huis worldwide, and it’s in Jakarta. Named after the great philosopher and thinker Desiderius Erasmus (1466-1536), the Dutch heritage house recently underwent a facelift and reopened to the public on 23 November. Launching party for re-opening Dutch cultural centre Erasmus Huis in Jakarta after the building

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