NOW! Jakarta
1945 Restaurant at Fairmont Jakarta Returns with a New Take on Indonesian Dining
Fairmont Jakarta is giving 1945 Restaurant a fresh chapter that sharpens its focus on contemporary Indonesian cuisine. Coming right at the time when diners are paying closer attention to local flavours, provenance and the stories behind what ends up on the table, this outlet is putting Nusantara cooking back into view in a form that
A Taste of Chiang Mai at Gran Meliá Jakarta
The kitchens of Chiang Mai are coming to Jakarta this April. Gran Meliá Jakarta, in collaboration with Meliá Chiang Mai, will present a weeklong dinner buffet at Café Gran Via from 20 to 25 April 2026. Guests will be introduced to northern Thai flavors prepared with refinement, offering a direct taste of Thailand’s culinary heritage
Stability Through Continuity at North Jakarta Intercultural School
Offering a full IB Continuum programme, North Jakarta Intercultural School (NJIS) promises a consistent educational experience, bolstered by the strong community in their Kelapa Gading campus. NOW! Jakarta speaks to Head of School, Mr. Ezra Alexander, to hear more about the importance of smooth transitions between key stages, and how the International Baccalaureate shapes great
Living Galleries Land at 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird for Room Art Fair 2026
This April, 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird flips the script on how art is shown. Turning its 10th floor into a corridor of galleries, the hotel debuts Room Art Fair 2026, timed with World Art Day. For four days, from 16–19 April, hotel rooms shed their everyday function, becoming portals into different artistic worlds. Each
BWA Charity Ball 2026 Brings Royal Ascot Theme to Four Seasons Jakarta
The British Women’s Association (BWA) will host its annual Charity Ball at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta on 9 May 2026, presenting an evening of dining, entertainment and fundraising in support of Rachel House. Under the theme “A Day at the Races”, this year’s event draws inspiration from Royal Ascot, bringing British social tradition into a
Thirty Years of Schooling: Quality, Proven Over Time
Thirty years of schooling leave little to speculation. As the Model School of the SIS Group of Schools, SIS South Jakarta’s 30-year milestone highlights an approach that has been developed, refined, and sustained across decades. SIS South Jakarta began as the first campus under the SIS Group of Schools, which has since grown into a
New Narratives on the Plate: SU MA Welcomes Chef Brendon Chen
SU MA’s kitchen enters a new chapter with the arrival of Co-Executive Chef Brendon Chen. Partnering with Ryan Kim, Chef Brendon grounds his Michelin-starred discipline in the lineage of his Chinese heritage, translating home-cooked memories into a refined dining experience. Chef Brendon’s culinary identity was shaped long before his professional career began, rooted in the
Pellegrini’s Brings Italy to the Heart of Plaza Indonesia
Artisan Kuliner Group has expanded its lifestyle portfolio with the debut of Pellegrini’s, a sophisticated yet welcoming Italian escape situated in the heart of Plaza Indonesia. This new destination draws its identity from the Italian word for “travelers,” positioning itself as a sanctuary for those navigating the fast pace of Jakarta. The space is thoughtfully
A City for Curious Learners: Inspiring Destinations For Young Minds
Every aspiration starts with inspiration, and for children, a single experience can shift how they see the world. With increasing appreciation for the early enrichment of young learners, Jakarta is offering more and more opportunities for them to be introduced to new ideas and interests; to immerse themselves in the engaging worlds of history, art,
An Authentic British Pathway to Boarding Excellence
In the competitive landscape of international education, credibility is earned over time. Yet in fewer than five years, The Independent School of Jakarta (ISJ) has established recognised pathways into leading British boarding schools, an achievement that typically takes a decade or more to secure. This success is no coincidence. It is the result of deliberate
Easter Dining in Jakarta and Bali with MDA Restaurants’ Special Easter Menus
Easter has always been a meal-led holiday, which makes MDA Restaurants’ latest seasonal rollout a timely one. From 3 to 5 April, the group is serving limited-time menus across six outlets in Jakarta and Bali, for family tables, long lunches and celebratory dinners! The line-up suits different Easter moods, ranging from Aged+Butchered Jakarta that leans
TRANSFORMATION – MVB Sustainability Forum 2026 Puts Practical Action in Focus
A full day of sustainability discussions is coming to Jakarta this month, with JAKARTA TRANSFORMATION – MVB Sustainability Forum 2026 set for Ra Suites Simatupang on Wednesday, 15 April, from 8 am to 6 pm. With hospitality, tourism and related sectors in focus, the forum will look at how the industry can move from headline
House of Tugu Old Town Jakarta Named Among Time’s World’s Greatest Places 2026
Time Magazine has named House of Tugu Old Town Jakarta into their World’s Greatest Places 2026 list, becoming the only property from Indonesia to receive the recognition this year. The annual list highlights destinations around the world noted for their cultural significance, authenticity and contribution to global travel. Founded in 1923, Time Magazine remains one
