Katrin Figge
Celebrating the Cherry Blossom Season at Gran Melia’s Yoshi Izakaya
Every year, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, Japan celebrates Sakura season. An important tradition on the country’s calendar of events, Sakura season usually is enjoyed through many outdoor activities, such as gathering with family and friends in the park, sitting beneath the trees, sharing food and having a good conversation. To welcome
For the love of Books
When he was still a kid, Bisma Aryono fell in love with reading – not least because of his parents who always encouraged their son to develop a passion for the written word. JBC Booth at Indonesia Readers Festival in December 2015 “We actually had a family tradition”, the 35-year-old recalls. “On the weekends, my
Famous Thai Restaurant Bo.lan Joins Ubud Food Festival
Popular Thai restaurant Bo.lan in Bangkok was founded by the two chefs Duangporn Songvisava and Dylan Jones. Known for its delicious and authentic Thai food, Bo.lan also works closely with local farmers, advocates biodiversity and follows the ambitious goal of achieving a zero carbon restaurant by 2018. Bo and Dylan will be participating in this
Westin Jakarta Presents “Food for the Seoul”
Korean food belongs to the healthiest on earth, as most of the dishes include lots of vegetables and the meat is cooked without much oil. To introduce Korean cuisine to a wider audience in the city, the Westin Jakarta is holding the event "Food for the Seoul" at its restaurant Seasonal Tastes. Korean chefs Charlie
Exhibition Showcases Textiles and Fabrics With Sentimental Value
Many people keep holding on to things with a sentimental value as they remind them of a happy (or difficult) time in their life, of a special person, or a certain event. While yearbooks, letters and photographs are among the more common things to keep as memento, curator Ika Vantiani has asked Jakartans to submit
Empowering the Youth at TEDxJIS 2017
The annual TEDxJIS conference returned for the third time at the Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) in early February. Adapting the theme “Frames Unframed”, TEDxJIS 2017 featured visionary young speakers to present interesting topics, including technology, entertainment, environment, arts and humanity issues. With “Frames Unframed”, TEDxJIS 2017 encouraged the young generation to embrace freedom of speech
Afternoon Delights at Gran Melia Hotel
Spending an afternoon drinking tea and nibbling on snacks and other delicacies is as good as it gets – the Gran Melia Hotel Jakarta offers guests high tea packages in its cozy Lobby Lounge. High tea is a cherished British tradition, dating back to the mid 1700s as an afternoon meal which was initially served
Stay in Shape with Global Fitness Trends
The key to leading a happy life is to keep both body and mind healthy. Regular exercise should be part of your weekly agenda. Here are some of the latest fitness trends that are set to conquer the world – perhaps you’ll be inspired to fit them into your workout routine as well. Wearable Technology
Pastry Chef Dedy Sutan Presents Classic Desserts with A New Twist
A favourite of Jakarta’s restaurant and bar scene since it opened its doors in 2009, Potato Head Jakarta was the first establishment of the renowned PTT Family. In this highly competitive industry, it is crucial to stay creative and innovative in order to keep diners coming back for more. Dedy Sutan, Potato Head group’s pastry
Dia.Lo.Gue Hosts Clothing Swap Party
Clear the clutter, upgrade your wardrobe, be environmentally friendly – and all of this without having to spend a single cent! As part of the project IKAT/eCUT, Goethe-Institut Indonesien organizes a clothing swap party. Already a trend in many other countries, clothing swap parties also happen in Indonesia, but according to Ika Vantiani, curator of
Melly Sevoy, The Pioneer of Female Bodybuilding in Indonesia
Melly Sevoy, the pioneer of female bodybuilding in Indonesia, knows that true beauty comes from within – her muscles and bulging biceps are just part of the package. Growing up in Lampung, South Sumatra, as the second youngest of seven siblings, Melly learned about the hardships of life early on: her father passed away when
Kaum Restaurant to Open in Jakarta in May
After overwhelming success in Hong Kong and Bali, the PTT Family recently introduced its authentic Indonesian dining concept Kaum in Jakarta through a popup event held at Attarine restaurant. The concept of Kaum, which literally translates as “clan” or “tribe”, is inspired by the more than 600 ethnic groups that call Indonesia their home. Determined
Meet Antony Sutton, an Expat Crazy About Indonesian Football
It is no secret that Indonesians are crazy about football. But have you ever heard of an expat who is crazy about Indonesian football? Meet Antony Sutton, who discovered his love for the local leagues after moving to Jakarta. In his recently published book “Sepakbola – The Indonesian Way of Life”, he takes a closer
