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Eat Clean, Get Lean
Let's change our eating habits into a healthier one! Photos courtesy of Unsplash/NOWJAKARTA Here we are in 2020, and if you are looking to overhaul your diet, particularly for those who crossed over with the intent of being healthier, here are some simple suggestions to help you eat healthier. As we are going with intent
Chinese New Year at Grand Hyatt Jakarta
One of Jakarta’s most iconic hotels welcomes the Year of The Rat with sumptuous delicacies and award-winning performances. Photo courtesy of Grand Hyatt Jakarta/NOW!JAKARTA Grand Hyatt Jakarta welcomes the Year of The Rat by inviting all to celebrate good fortune and happiness with a sumptuous feast and live entertainment and performances on 24 January 2020.
Britain and Indonesia—Winning Together
British Ambassador to Indonesia and Timor Leste H.M.A Owen Jenkins opened the British Christmas Bash 2019 organised by Britcham Indonesia. Photos courtesy of Britcham Indonesia/NOWJAKARTA Thursday, 12 December 2019, Britcham and all its members were having a blast on the only authentic British Christmas Bash 2019! This year we celebrated 40 years retro to 1979 and UK
Say Yes to Less Goes to Bandung
Alistair Speirs introducing Say Yes To Less programme to Bandung. Photos by Alfonsius Aditya/NOWJAKARTA After conducting successful workshops in Jakarta and Bali which gathered more than 100 brands that are willing to commit and implement more sustainable practices including waste segregation and using eco-friendly appliances, Say Yes To Less spread its wings to West Java! Fully supported
Priscilla Hall Memorial Golf Invitational
Mr. Alastair, McLeod & Mrs. Penny Wen’s team finally came as the Champion of the day. Photos courtesy of Golf Events Indonesia/NOWJAKARTA The annual golf tournament for Priscilla Hall Memorial Foundation was held again this year celebrating its 16th anniversary at Cengkareng Golf Club, 6 December 2019. Staying consistent with the mission of the foundation, which is
An Interview with H.E. Lambert Grijns and Mme. Margot Kokke
Netherlands Ambassador to Indonesia H.E. Lambert Grijns and his spouse Mme. Margot Kokke. Photos by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA The newly arrived Ambassador from the Kingdom of The Netherlands and his charming wife welcomed NOW! Jakarta publisher Alistair Speirs to their residence for a friendly discussion. What made you embark on a diplomatic career? Was this a “calling“ or a
Enjoy a Top Sky Dining Experience with Cathay Pacific
In partnership with Hong Kong-based hospitality group Black Sheep Restaurants, Cathay Pacific introduces its top culinary experience at its economic class cabin. Photo courtesy of Cathay Pacific/NOW!JAKARTA Passengers travelling in Cathay Pacific Economy Class on flights from Hong Kong to long-haul destinations can now enjoy a premium sky dining experience presented by expert chefs. Teaming up
A Spectacular & Unique Ubud Resort Awaits You
From the moment you arrive at the dramatic arched palm tree-lined resort entrance, you’ll sense that The Ayung Resort, Villas and Hotel in Ubud is a very unique destination. Photo Courtesy of The Ayung Resort Ubud/NOWJAKARTA The Ayung Resort Ubud was voted “One of the Top 25 hotels in Indonesia” and thoroughly deserves the title says NOW! Bali’s
Taiwan: Pioneers of Technology, Leaders in Tourism
John Chen, Representative of the Taipei Economic & Trade Office. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA Representative of the Taipei Economic & Trade Office, John Chen, talks about Taiwan tourism and why you need to visit the country. Taiwan and Indonesia have enjoyed quite a healthy partnership over the years. How is the balance of visitors between the
Rejuve’s Latest Cold-Pressed Drinks are Inspired by Indonesian Heritage
Inspired by homegrown traditional elixir, Rejuve’s Cold-Pressed on the go beverage offers the rich and fresh flavour of Indonesian herb and spices. Photo courtesy of Re.juve/NOW!JAKARTA Inspired by homegrown traditional elixir, Rejuve’s Cold-Pressed on the go beverage offers the rich and fresh flavour of Indonesian herb and spices. After launched its tropical summer drinks, Re.juve
Finest Indulgence of Local Delicacies at The Café — Hotel Mulia Senayan
The Café is the perfect culinary destination for patrons who are tempted for top local flavors. Photo courtesy of Hotel Mulia Senayan/NOW!JAKARTA Known as an international buffet restaurant with a unique concept of 24-hour gastronomic dining experience showcasing palatable fine artisan specialties from Japanese, Western, Indian, Korean and Chinese, The Café at Hotel Mulia Senayan
Ensuring Happiness Happens at Tijili Hotel
With a strong root deeply seated in Balinese charming culture, The Tijili brand’s figures itself are reinterpreted in shapes which have similarity to the logotype. Photo Courtesy of Tijili Hotel/NOWJAKARTA The origin of Tijili Hotel’s namesake comes from a traditional motif that represents one of the major deities within the Island of the Gods, particularly the
Reflections 2019: From Lombok Peresean Stick Fighters to the Dark Tales from Banda Islands
Photos by David Metcalf/NOWJAKARTA Each month, NOW! Jakarta brings you tales of hidden heritage from our travelling duo, writer Stephanie Brookes and photographer David Metcalf. During 2019 they have brought stories back from the Kei Islands, Lombok, the Banda Islands, Seram Island, Kalimantan, Bali, Java and Sumatra. From accounts of meetings with forest-dwelling shamans who
