FJ Grill: International Cuisine in Home Style Artsy Environs
In Kemang there is no shortage of home style restaurants where generous portions of delicious dishes are served up in artsy environs. Indeed, these restaurants offer a bit of a respite – not just from the madding crowd – but also from the tedium of mundane mall fare. Artisan Ice cream coffee is one of
The Ultimate Foodies Getaway to Bali
Imagine a four-day, all expenses paid, food-focused holiday to the island of the gods. Well, for two lucky food photographers, this became a reality having won the Ultimate Foodies Getaway in 2017. Food photographers at Ultimate Foodies Getaway in 2017. Photo courtesy of Ultimate Foodies Getaway/NOW!JAKARTA Without a doubt, Indonesia’s food industry has exploded in both
Babooji: Punjab on a Plate
The alchemy of spices combined with modern interiors reveal that there’s a new breed of Indian restaurant emerging — one targeted at the well-seasoned diner. Babooji is one of them. Nestled on the higher reaches of Gunawarman, Bambooji serves authentic Indian cuisine, combined with modern interiors and exposed brick decor. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Nestled
In Conversation with Chef Akshay Bhardwaj
Chef Akshay Bhardwaj of the Michelin-starred Indian restaurant Junoon in New York City will be at the Faimont Hotel Jakarta this month to present some of his award-winning dishes in a special four-hands dinner. NOW! Jakarta spoke to him about his passion for creating innovative dishes. Chef Akshay Bhardwaj at Michelin-starred Indian restaurant Junoon in
FEAST by Kokiku: An Homage to Southeast Asian Cuisine
After developing Indonesia’s cooking channels, Kokiku TV has expanded its business into the restaurant industry. Their latest venture, named FEAST by Kokiku, is in partnership with chef Ray Janson, Kokiku TV is committed to accelerating and complementing their audiences with Asian comfort cuisine in an art deco botanical design. In partnership with chef Ray Janson,
Family Ties
Having a four-year-old and a six-year-old, whose likes and dislikes seem to have been programmed from birth (this one likes chili, bananas and papaya; that one speaks in an English accent, likes chocolate, and is crazy about pink. And purple), I’m convinced that nature is just as important (or even more so), than nurture. Wina
Fun. Food. Pooches at Tugu Kunstkring Paleis
There are few places in tropical Jakarta where one can enjoy a laid-back, casual al fresco experience. Tugu Kunstkring Paleis is one of them. The Tugu Hotels and Restaurants Group, credited for restoring this classic early 20th century building to its original splendour, celebrated its fifth Annual Sunday Bazaar on 22 April on its historic
RED HAT: Out with the Bad, in with the Good
It was a health concern that led to the founding of RED HAT (the letters stand for Ready Healthy and Tasty Food). The company’s philosophy is to create food without any additives but was still delicious. RED HAT (the letters stand for Ready Healthy and Tasty Food) create food without any additives but was still
Contemporary Dining at Doncaster Eatery in Bali
When in Bali, tourists often look to explore culinary spots—and Doncaster Eatery is certainly well worth a visit. Since its opening last year, the restaurant has become a destination of sorts for breakfast, brunch and dinner. Doncaster's Benedict is one of the siganture menu for breakfast at the restaurant. Photo courtesy of Doncaster Eatery/NOW!JAKARTA On
Indomie flavoured Doughnuts has Indonesia’s social media buzzing
Indonesians love Indomie noodles, both fried and boiled in soup. The country is also obsessed with Indomie-flavoured chips! So it came as no surprise that, over the weekend, social media in Indonesia had everyone talking about the latest sensation—Indomie-flavoured doughnuts! Indomie Doughnut is everywhere now in Jakarta after the recent collaboration between Indomie Autralia and
A Conversation with William Wongso: “Food is Not about Investment”
Chef and food expert William W. Wongso is a very busy man. In between his tours around Indonesia and the world, NOW! Jakarta had the opportunity to talk to him about the culinary scene both here and overseas. Indonesian renowned chef and culinary expert, William W. Wongso at his office. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Can
Kaum Jakarta Brings a Touch of Pasar Papringan to the City
During the Holy Month of Ramadan, Kaum Jakarta presents its take on Java’s famous bamboo garden market with a selection of authentic Pasar Papringan dishes. Pasar Papringan at Kaum Jakarta. Photo courtesy of Kaum Jakarta/NOW!JAKARTA Papringan in Javanese means bamboo garden. It is an outdoor market in Temanggung, Central Java. The market is set up,
The New Versus the Old
As the capital city of a rapidly developing country in Southeast Asia, Jakarta is the place to be for the fast moving Indonesian middle class. My trip to the Maritime Museum in Kota Tua all those years ago showed me how small Jakarta was when it was founded hundreds of years ago. The variety of
