Museum MACAN to Open in Jakarta in November
2017 is an exciting year for Indonesian art enthusiasts as we welcome the first museum dedicated to international modern art. Scheduled to open this November, Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara or Museum MACAN aims to celebrate the dynamic movement of contemporary art in Indonesia as well as to expose more of the
Grill, Eat and Enjoy at New Restaurant Mouton
You may have done it the Korean way, but grilling your own meat takes on a whole new meaning at Jakarta’s latest joint Mouton Slice and Grill. The idea is simple: get back to the basics and do it yourself, because only you know exactly how you want your food to taste. Mouton is all
Louvre Museum Battles Prejudice with Arts
Islam and the West have a complicated relationship: a number of terrorism attacks and, most recently, the travel ban targeting seven Islamic countries implemented by the US government, are only two of the many factors that have led to exacerbate prejudice on both sides. Prejudice only causes further hatred and discrimination; fortunately, there are still
Meet Maya Ambarsari, The Lady Behind Elliottii Residence
Confident but humble, firm but easygoing; those are the most suitable words to describe Maya Miranda Ambarsari, President Director of Elliottii Residence. Maya’s reputation as a female entrepreneur precedes her as she has been featured in the glossy pages of numerous high-end magazines and even appeared on their front covers. Among other business players in
Family-Friendly Accomodation at Lavish Kemang Residence
Moving to a new city – especially when you have a family to uproot and relocate – is no easy feat. There are so many things you need to consider, from choosing the right school, to picking the most trusted daycare, to choosing the best place to stay. Many factors must be taken into account
Be Aware of Skin Cancer
May is Skin Cancer Month in the United States. Although we live thousands of miles away, learning more about the dangers of skin cancer is very important, especially since we live in a tropical country that is blessed with plenty of sunlight throughout the day. Skin cancer is an abnormal growth of skin cells which
The Beauty and Festivity at Global Jaya School Flea Market
Students from year eleven of the Global Jaya School celebrated their beloved school’s anniversary in their own way. Before being immersed in the festivities of Family Fun Day, they organised the annual Flea Market, an event created largely by the students as part of the School’s IB programme for Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) learning.
2016 SIS Olympics
Many experts agree that sports and games play important parts in a child’s education, not only through introducing a healthy lifestyle for students, but also through learning discipline, how to work hard, and how to work in a team. Based on this belief, the Singapore Schools Group celebrated their 10th anniversary by holding the SIS
Super-Fruit Boost
In case you haven’t noticed, the healthy food trend has finally caught on in Jakarta. More people today are aware about the many benefits of clean eating habits for controlling weight, combating diseases and improving overall health. Good news for fresh food enthusiasts, Jakarta recently welcomed a new healthy bar in Berrywell. Berrywell is a
Breaking a Sweat with Boot Champs
Over the past years, fitness trends have become more and more interesting with the emergence of new methods that can take your fitness to the next level. Should you want to experience something other than jogging on a treadmill, yoga, or zumba classes, we recommend trying a “boot camp” workout. Boot camp workouts are
Printemps Francais 2016
Printemps Francais, which was first held in 2004, showcases creative talents from both France and Indonesia, encouraging various forms of collaborations, residencies and concerts. This year’s event is very special since it is being held in ten big cities across the archipelago, namely Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, Yogyakarta, Bali, Medan, Balikpapan, Semarang, Malang, and Makassar. With
Caring for Your Unborn Baby
Many people say that pregnancy is an amazing part of life; in fact a lot of women look forward to experiencing it. While becoming a mother is truly a blessing, it is definitely not easy. Expecting moms may feel a little strange with their growing bump, and first-time parents are bound to have a lots
Twin House
Nestled in the quiet neighbourhood of Cipete, Twin House is a small and homey haven where you can linger with family and friends over hearty lunch and dinner dishes. If you arrive in the evening or late afternoon once the heat of the day has subsided, the restaurant’s backyard offers picnic mats and comfy beanbag