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
New Wave Barbershop “Chief” Opens in Kemang
Since its establishment in 2014, Chief has become a melting pot for gentleman to get a new hairstyle. Unlike other barbershops, Chief presents a unique concept in each of its outlets. After the opening of the outlets in Senopati following an Urban Classic concept, Ciragil with an American Classic Style concept and Cipete with a British Classic concept, Chief Company recently opened its fourth branch in Kemang, South Jakarta. Chief in Kemang offers
Celebrating Indonesia’s Independence Day with “Pasar Nusantara” at Pondok Indah Mall
Pondok Indah Mall invites everybody to celebrate Indonesia’s 72nd Independence Day under the theme of “Pasar Nusantara”in the spirit of Unity in Diversity (Bhinneka Tunggal Ika). Until 20 August, visitors can enjoy various events in the fields of culinary, arts, culture and fashion. For all food lovers, the mall presents the Jajanan Nusantara exhibition, which showcases more than 25 traditional dishes like Empal Gentong, Ketoprak, Tempe Mendoan, Gudeg, Pempek,
ART Jakarta 2017 Successfully Completed
Homegrown art fair Art Jakarta 2017 ended on 30 July on a high note. Over the course of four days (27 to 30 July), It attracted 47, 645 visitors to the Grand Ballroom of The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place. Collectors, art lovers, artists, curators and cultural connoisseurs enjoyed the fair and its diverse accompanying programs. This year’s Art Jakarta also recorded high sales with many
JIS Students Celebrate Independence Day with Spirit of Togetherness
A day before Indonesia’s Independence Day, the students of JIS Pattimura Elementary looked excited, neatly dressed in red and white clothes. Together with their teachers, they participated in the flag-raising ceremony to celebrate the country’s 72nd Independence Day. Before the ceremony began, a group of students from Year 3 to 5 played the traditional Javanesegamelan, which
Berrykitchen’s Celebrity Chef Menu
In collaboration with renowned chefs – namely Juna Rorimpandey, Bara Pattiradjawane, Edwin Lau, Vindy Lee, Oscar Wijaya, Yuda Bustara and Opick – Berrykitchen recently launched a special service, allowing the online caterer to offer its customers awider range of options with its new menu. Chef Juna Rorimpandey presents a tasty culinary concept portioned for four
The Fragile Beauty of Edward Hutabarat’s Lurik
Renowned fashion designer Edward Hutabarat exhibits his design collections of lurik at Pelataran Ramayana, Hotel Indonesia Kempinski from 23 to 28 August. The exhibition titled “Tangan-Tangan Renta” (the Old Hands) showcases not only fashion designs, but also includes photography, videos and installations (living and fashion) from the past seven years. Lurik is the name of
Introducing the Fresh Taste of Heineken Light
PT Multi Bintang Indonesia Tbk (MLBI) recently released its new variant, Heineken Light, a premium beer with lower alcohol content than the original Heineken, suitable to be enjoyed after office-hours or while on vacation in the tropics. Albeit it contains a lower level of alcohol (3.3%) and only 99 calories, Heineken Light does not compromise
“Voyage to Marege”: Music From Across The Ocean
Music brings people, and even nations, together. That’s what “Voyage to Marege” has accomplished by presenting musical talents from Indonesia and Australia. “This concert derives from the Australian government's desire to introduce the Aboriginal culture to the world. Due to the intertwining history of the Aboriginal and Makassar people, the Australian government through its embassy