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Indonesia’s Finest Tea
The presence of Savis Tea was driven by Lily Gunawan's desire for Indonesia’s premium tea to become a host in its own country,. Photos courtesy of Savis Tea/NOWJAKARTA The artisan tea products that combines tradition, art and technology to support a natural and healthy lifestyle. Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world next to
The Story of Doctor Debryna Dewi Lumanaw
From Wisma Atlet hospitals, Doctor Debryna Dewi Lumanaw spared her time in the middle of her extraordinary efforts in treating Covid-19 positives to talk to NOW! Jakarta. Personal Files/NOW!JAKARTA It was the sixth day for Doctor Debryna to work at Wisma Atlet, one of the referral hospitals to treat the patients affected by coronavirus. At
Is Oxo-biodegradable Plastic a Prize for F&B Industry?
Ecorasa offers a holistic solution by creating a plastic food and beverage packaging using Oxium technology. Photos courtesy of Ecorasa/NOWJAKARTA Amidst plastic waste crisis, Oxium technology offers a role to re-decompose plastic to the soil at the end of its useful life. The alarming increase of plastic waste called for the emergence of strict regulations prohibiting
Buba Soul: Fresh Drinks with Pearls
Buba Soul is not like any other bubble drinks. Photo courtesy of Buba Soul/NOWJAKARTA A new tea-based drink called boba has gained immense popularity in recent years across the globe, especially in Southeast Asia, creating a promising business for beverage industry players. It seems like everything comes in boba flavours recently. With a number of monikers
How Indonesia’s SMEs Can Survive in this Crisis Situation?
Aakar Abyasa, the Founder of Jouska, shared two alternatives for SMEs enterpreneurs to survive during this pandemic periods. Photo by Kaique Rocha from Pexels/NOWJAKARTA Amidst challenging and uncertain times, how can small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) entrepreneurs survive? One of the greatest crises experienced by Indonesia was the 1998 riot that affected many big companies, driving most to
The Young and Inspiring Angkie Yudistia
For Angkie Yudistia, nothing can limit her pursuing her dreams; it’s as if she soars through the sky. Photos courtesy of Sweet Escape/NOWJAKARTA Limitation does not stop this prolific lady from achieving her big dreams. She transformed into a strong female figure with a myriad of achievements. Physical limitation does not necessarily mean a lack of
Waste Management Solution for Sustainable Indonesia
Bekasi city government works with Waste4Change to manage its waste. Photos courtesy of Waste4Change/NOWJAKARTA Waste4Change recently launched waste management governance solution supported by information technology and smart city platform through a talk show on waste management solutions from every stakeholder. On 9 March at CoHive, Plaza Kuningan, Jakarta, Waste4Change signed a MoU with Bekasi city
A Strange Combination in Iskandar Widjaja’s Newest Single Spirited Away
Iskandar Widjaja released his latest single Spirited Away on 13 March. Photos courtesy of Iskandar Widjaja/NOWJAKARTA The rising violinist virtuoso Iskandar Widjaja launched his newest single, Spirited Away. He shared his life experience to NOW! Jakarta in an exclusive interview. Like the soothing gentle wind in the air, we felt the soft breath of musical
“Humans vs Virus” Talks on Disrupto
Follow @disrupto.id and join their interesting and attractive talkshow series Humans vs Virus. Photo courtesy of unsplash.com/NOWJAKARTA The recent ‘working from home’ or ‘stay at home’ regulations to sever the spread of the corona virus, forces humans to find alternative ways to stay connected with what’s happening around them. Those who are usually on their social media now
Setali Indonesia: Fun with Upcycled Fashion
These young and talented individuals are dedicated to protect the environment from the dangers of fashion industry waste via Setali Indonesia. Photos courtesy of Setali Indonesia/NOWJAKARTA The presence of fast fashion trend creates a bad impact for the environment. According to unenvironment.org in 2018 the development of the fashion industry generates 20 percent of wastewater
Welcoming Tan Kwang Aik at Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
Chef Tan Kwang Aik is the new Chinese Executive Chef at Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta. Photos by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta recently appointed a passionate chef to lead one of Jakarta’s best Chinese restaurants, Li Feng. Li Feng is known for its impressive authentic Cantonese cuisine with a modern twist. The restaurant shows its new spirit
Urban Farming and Green Alley Pilot Program: The Next Big Green for Jakarta
Adian Sudiana showing off his Gang Hijau project. Photos by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA With a continually-growing world, urban population, climate change, limited agricultural land and natural resources, how can we feed today’s and tomorrow’s people? Considering current conditions, global food security is paramount. How can we best utilise space, light and logistics amidst increasing urban population? How
New Retro Style of Radio
In 2013, an old brand, Radio Cawang was redesigned into an innovative fine art piece. Photos by Raditya Fadilla, Kriya Nusantara/NOWJAKARTA An old radio brand combines craftsmanship and technology to create vibrant abstract pieces for your home décor. At a time of around-the-clock digital connection, the radio continues to be a reliable source for many things
