Dining News

Yoshua Tanu greets me with a warm smile one particularly bustling Friday afternoon at his speciality coffee shop, Common Grounds Roastery. Indonesia’s barista champion, Yoshua is exceptionally humble considering the success he has had in his career so far. After just five years in the business, this Jakarta born, US-educated entrepreneur has numerous coffee related

Foodies rejoice! The city is readying itself for French Connection – Festival Gastronomique Jakarta 2016, presented by renowned chef, Gilles Marx, of AMUZ Gourmet Restaurant. After the success of Gastronomic Fair, which was created by Mozaic owner/ chef, Chris Salans last year, Jakarta has been chosen to host the prestigious gastronomic festival this year from

After taking some time off for an all-round makeover, the new Dava Bar & Grill Restaurant at Ayana has recently re-opened its doors, taking Bali’s seafood grill and steak house experience to a whole new level. Dava’s chic atmosphere welcomes foodies of all ages to sit back and relax with their favourite beverage, while reveling

In case you haven’t noticed, the healthy food trend has finally caught on in Jakarta. More people today are aware about the many benefits of clean eating habits for controlling weight, combating diseases and improving overall health. Good news for fresh food enthusiasts, Jakarta recently welcomed a new healthy bar in Berrywell. Berrywell is a

An American expression, going on a ‘Dutch’ date means that each person pays their own bill. This often works well when people are on a first date as it helps keep expectations lower and no one feels obligated in one way or the other. So when I decided to go to The Dutch restaurant and

As one of the best sweet wines in the world, Tokaji, which comes from the Tokaj wine region between Hungary and Slovakia, finally had a proper introduction to the Jakarta market. Hosted by Slovakian Ambassador to Indonesia: H. E. Mr. Michal Slivovic in his residence on April 6, NOW! Jakarta got to taste not only

Following the success of its four outlets in Plaza Senayan, Lippo Mall Puri, Gandaria City and IFI Thamrin, Eric Kayser Le Restaurant Du Boulanger has recently opened its fifth bakery in Plaza Indonesia. The French artisan baker, Eric Kayser, is well known for his authentic breads and decadent pastries and cakes, all made from natural

Nestled in the quiet neighbourhood of Cipete, Twin House is a small and homey haven where you can linger with family and friends over hearty lunch and dinner dishes. If you arrive in the evening or late afternoon once the heat of the day has subsided, the restaurant’s backyard offers picnic mats and comfy beanbag

The Chaîne des Rôtisseurs is an International Association of Gastronomy bringing together enthusiasts who share the same values of quality, fine dining, the encouragement of the culinary arts and the pleasures of the table. The distinctive character of our association is to bring together amateurs and professionals from all over the world, whether they are

Spending an afternoon drinking tea and nibbling on snacks and other delicacies is as good as it gets – the Gran Melia Hotel Jakarta offers guests high tea packages in its cozy Lobby Lounge. High tea is a cherished British tradition, dating back to the mid 1700s as an afternoon meal which was initially served

Pablo, one of the most popular cheesecake shops in the world, has opened a second outlet in March at Neo Soho Department Store in West Jakarta, following the success of its first outlet at Gandaria City Mall. Jakarta’s foodies who are craving Pablo’s signature melt-in-your-mouth Original Cheese Tart, Chocolate Cheese Tart, and Matcha Cheese Tart

Petty Elliott discovers how a music graduate found a successful career as pastry chef and entrepreneur. Talita Setyadi spent much of her childhood and student days in New Zealand. Her first love was music and jazz in particular, but her passion shifted in a completely different direction: into the culinary world and specifically the creation of