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
The Secret of “Clean Eating”
If one of your resolutions for the New Year is to lead a healthier lifestyle, changing your eating habits should be your first priority. However, with seemingly endless activities keeping us occupied the whole day, it is not easy to spare some extra time for cooking. If that is also the case with you, try
World Class 2017 Semi Finals: Shaken, Stirred or Twisted
Aditya Wiguna of Cassis Kitchen and Albert Yacob of J Sparrow’s won the first West Regional Semi Finals and rightfully earned a spot to compete in the National Finals of World Class 2017, an international competition that annually crowns the World’s Best Bartender. Aditya Wiguna and Albert Yacob went head-to-head with four other semi-finalists; all
It’s A Brave New Beer World
Craft beer is all the rage at the moment, and Indonesia is joining in the fun. In the past, the Indonesian beer industry didn’t show much variety, with pilsener or lager the only options available. With the arrival of Stark, however, the country now produces its own craft beer in the northern part of Bali.
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
