Dining News

Mexican food lovers, brace yourselves. Super Loco, touted as the best Mexican food joint in Southeast Asia, has arrived in Jakarta, and you’re in for some crazy good and fun dining experience. Super Loco is a collaborative effort between the UNION Group and the Loco Group. Inspired by the vibrant Mexican cuisine, Super Loco is

You may have done it the Korean way, but grilling your own meat takes on a whole new meaning at Jakarta’s latest joint Mouton Slice and Grill. The idea is simple: get back to the basics and do it yourself, because only you know exactly how you want your food to taste. Mouton is all

Cozy dining at an altitude is what Food Cabin is all about, because regular cafés are, well, too mainstream. At this aviation-themed café in Kemang, South Jakarta, ‘passengers’ would actually feel like they’re boarding an airplane. As an avid traveler, café owner Insaf Sanyoto wants to share his passion with his patrons. Chairs here come

If you think you know Japanese cuisine as beautifully presented raw or cooked seafood, a trip to OKU will reveal that there is so much more to enjoy, writes Petty Elliott. Some of us like the comfort food value of ramen, even shabu-shabu, karaage and yakitori. Then there are the ‘bento box’ fans. Perhaps you

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