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Kaum Jakarta: An Authentic Indonesian Culinary Expedition
Indonesian food taken to another level may be what Kaum Jakarta is all about. Food activist Lisa Virgiano, who is also the Brand Director of Potato Head Family, worked hand in hand with the group’s Executive Chef Antoine Audran to create a highly commendable menu of authentic Indonesian cuisine. The team behind Kaum went on
Canadian Embassy Launches Anniversary Celebrations in Jakarta
Taking place at his official residence on May 23, Canadian Ambassador to Indonesia HE Peter MacArthur launched a series of celebrations commemorating the 150th anniversary of Canada. Against giant backdrops of the beautiful Lake Moraine in the Rocky Mountains, a lake fed by the glaciers in Banff National Park, Ambassador MacArthur greeted guests by paddling
Grand Aston Will Open Resort in Cuba
Asia’s fastest growing hotel management company based in Jakarta, Archipelago International has moved out of Asia for the first time by signing a deal to open its first property in Cuba. The Grand Aston Varadero Resort, which is being developed by Grupo de Turismo Gaviota and will feature 438 guestrooms, is scheduled to open its doors for public in the
Musical Stars of West End Perform in Jakarta
After successful tours in the UK and Europe since 2011, the musical stars from West End, London finally came to Jakarta toentertain the audiences at Ciputra Artpreneur on 12 and 13 July. The concert with the title “Stars of the West End” produced by British Theatre Playhouse & Worldwide Entertainment presented four singers, namely Mike Sterling, Shona Lindsay, Tom Solomon and Yildiz Hussein.
Boss Design’s Exceptional Task Chairs
When you spend most of your day at the office or inside the house, you better get a high quality chair for ultimate comfort. BWI has entered a partnership with Boss Design Group, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of handcrafted upholstery and furniture for commercial interiors, to bring their best task chairs to Indonesia.
Cleveland CycleWerks Opens First Main Showroom in Jakarta
America’s motorcycle brand Cleveland CycleWerks officially opened its first main showroom in Indonesia. The new store caters to motorcycle enthusiasts regarding their daily transportation needs, hobbies and collections customize and accommodate their personal taste and lifestyle. Cleveland CycleWerks Indonesia is managed by PT Sumatra Motor Indonesia as sole agent brand holder with access and facilities in handling sales and aftersales services for Cleveland CycleWerks motorcycle in Indonesia. The Cleveland CycleWerks Indonesia showroom is strategically
Celebrating Indonesia’s Street Food at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski
To celebrate Indonesia’s 72 years of independence, the historical heritage Hotel Indonesia Kempinski will hold a street food festival from 11 to 31 August at its Signatures restaurant. The festival intends to treat both local and overseas guests to an authentic culinary experience. To present Indonesia’s vibrant street food scene, the hotel invites Jakarta’s most popular vendors to serve authentic cuisine that is familiar to Indonesian’s taste
Calvin Klein Announces Global Advertising Campaign for Fall 2017 Collections
Calvin Klein recently announced its global multi-media advertising campaign, which features the debut of the Fall 2017 Calvin Klein 205W39NYC collection by Chief Creative Officer, Raf Simons. Shot by photographer Willy Vanderperre, the visually striking campaign presents a cast of 22 models shot against a series of billboards that feature images from last season’s Calvin Klein: American Classics campaign. The billboards
For the Love of Classical Music
From church choirs to international concerts, Arkadius Ari Wibowo, affectionately called Ari, has never felt more certain in his calling to pursue a career in classical music. His passion was most visible at the concert held on July 8 at the Goethe-Institut Jakarta. Classical music, Ari believes, deserves to be in the mainstream now more
BMW Introduces its All-New 5 Series
BMW Indonesia recently unveiled the seventh-generation, which is offered in two variants; the All-new BMW 530i Luxury Line and All-new BMW 530i M Sport. This latest generation of BMW 5 Series reinforces BMW's domination in the premium business sedan segment by presenting innovations in technology, dynamism and driving pleasure. The all-new BMW 5 Series is locally-assembled at BMW Production
Brother Customer Care Opens in Jakarta
To appreciate the loyalty of its customers, PT Brother International Sales Indonesia, a leading IT equipment company that sells products such as printers, label printers, scanners and sewing machines, celebrated the Grand Opening of its Customer Care in Jakarta on 3 August. The Customer Care, which has been relocated to Ruko Mangga Dua Square Blok E1, Jakarta is a combination of service center and showroom, making it easy for customers to communicate
Intiwhiz Celebrates Indonesian Independence Day with “Sale Bration”
Every year on 17 August, Indonesians across the archipelago get together to celebrate their country’s Independence Day with lively events and games. To appreciate this joyous month, Intiwhiz Hospitality Management offers a promotion named “Sale Bration”, where guests can enjoy a special rate of only IDR 170.845,- (terms and condition apply) for booking and staying in all hotels under Intiwhiz Hospitality Management on 17
An Indonesian Spice Journey with Chef Petty Elliott
Aptly timed to commemorate the 72nd anniversary of Indonesia’s Independence Day on August 17, Raffles Jakarta offers a special food promotion called “Indonesian Spice Journey”. In collaboration with renowned chef Petty Elliott and JAVARA, distributor of quality local produce and a social enterprise specialising in food biodiversity in Indonesia, the Raffles culinary team took to
