A Triumph at Kunstkring

It was a fitting end to an excellent year of dining as the members and guests of La Chaine des Rotisseurs Jakarta assembled in the gilded splendor of Kunstkring Paleis Restaurant in Jakarta for their final dinner of the year and the induction of new members in a marvelous “Chapitre Gala”. Tugu Hotels, Indonesia’s iconic

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Bratwurst and Beer from Bavaria

Bavaria, Germany’s largest federal state, is not only known for being home to the country’s most successful football club Bayern Munich, but also for its many beer gardens and sumptuous and savoury food. Bavarian Haus, a new restaurant located in West Java’s mountain pass Puncak – and only a one-hour-drive from Jakarta if traffic is

For The Greater Purpose of Wine

For Christophe Paubert, Winemaker and General Manager at Stags’ Leap Winery, it was an easy decision to become involved in the wine business: growing up outside of Sauternes in Bordeaux, where his grandfather worked as a cellar master, he was exposed to the French culture of wine since childhood. J“When I was 17, I decided

Chef Juna Rorimpandey: It’s All or Nothing

Juna Rorimpandey is not your ordinary chef; his sharp looking eyes, deep voice and arms full of tattoos might intimidate you at first. At least, that is the impression people get when watching him on television where he hosted the popular television cooking shows, MasterChef Indonesia and Hell’s Kitchen Indonesia. But behind his firm and

Asian Crossover at Hatchi

Jakarta’s dining scene is undoubtedly thriving. However, most new establishments in the F&B industry look for a trendy, popular location like Senopati or Kemang; Pondok Indah doesn’t necessarily come to mind. Hatchi offers delectable cocktails in a stylish, industrial decor. Photos courtesy of Hatchi/NOWJAKARTA Enter Hatchi, a newly opened two-storey restaurant and bar, that tries

Introducing Counter Culture at The Dutch

The basic idea of visiting a restaurant generally includes sitting down at a table and have a nice meal, yet in recent years, a new trend has emerged: Counter Culture, where diners pull up their chairs to sit at the kitchen bar for a different culinary experience. By getting up, close and personal with the

The Sweet Truth about Chocolate

It is guaranteed that every grown up will rediscover their inner child when faced with the sweet indulgence known as chocolate. Be it spread on your warm toast, mixed with your milk and coffee, transformed into a refreshing scoop of ice cream, or simply eaten in morsels, chocolate always finds a way to brighten up

Coffee Talk with Aji Darius

There’s nothing better than a refreshing, cold drink on a hot sunny afternoon. Upon entering Djule Kofi in South Jakarta, there was no secret as to what we desperately wanted. “Let me get you some Iced Cappuccino,” said Aji Darius, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Djule Kofi, also an experienced, award-winning barista and a

Ambhara’s Nasi Bundo: Not Your Usual Nasi Padang

Nasi Padang may be one of the most famous and authentic Indonesian delicacies, thanks to its powerful spices and flavours. Many have fallen in love with it and never let go. Even if you’re not a fan of spicy food, there are so many options that the West Sumatran cuisine offers. With a vast variety

A Feast for Carnivores

If you have ever found yourself craving for a juicy steak in an authentic Texas-style barbeque house, Carne Smokehouse, located in Cipete, South Jakarta is your answer – it is the perfect place to indulge in smokey goodness. The restaurant that opened its doors in October 2016 has gained popularity for serving mouthwatering brisket, ribs,

Atico by Javanegra

Success comes to those who dedicate everything to their passion in life. Thanks to the passion of the people behind Atico by Javanegra, dedication to good food has now been raised to new heights. As the name suggests, Atico by Javanegra is the second brainchild from the talented people driving Javanegra Gourmet Atelier, headed by

Benedict Opens at Pacific Place

Benedict Pacific Place is the second location of Benedict, the all-day breakfast and coffeebar concept by The Union Group. After the successful first outlet in Grand Indonesia, Benedict is now catering to the SCBD crowd on the fourth floor of Pacific Place. Floor-to-ceiling open windows flood the airy space with light, making it perfect for

Jakarta’s Best Restaurants Selected By You

The world of food has changed a great deal in the way it is presented as well as its rapid growth in the number of restaurants, bars and cafes there are in Jakarta. Now, diners can expand their focus not only on the various of menu choices, best locations or exquisite taste of the cuisine,

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