Old Favourites Make A Comeback at Kiyadon
Kiyadon, a casual Japanese restaurant located on the 5th floor of Pacific Place in South Jakarta – and with more outlets across the city – has been a favourite among fans of sushi, sashimi, tempura and other classic Japanese dishes since its establishment over ten years ago. The restaurant, which boasts a friendly and bright
Sommelier Ikhsan Tahdinal Talks About The Art Of Wine
A sommelier is more than just a wine waiter in a restaurant. Their role encompasses many different aspects: in addition to an extensive knowledge of wine, they should also have a passion for food. They have to understand their customers’ needs and should be welcoming and easy to talk to. In short, a sommelier should
Celebrate Eid Al-Fitr With Betawi Cuisine
Eid al Fitr or Idul Fitri, a fete marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, is the biggest celebration for Indonesian Muslims. Like in any other celebration, food plays a very important role on Idul Fitri. In Indonesia, there are many regional dishes that are appropriate, or commonly reserved, for such a momentous
Tugu Kunstkring Paleis Opens New Dining Area
One of Jakarta’s most exclusive fine dining restaurants, Tugu Kunstkring Paleis, recently unveiled its new Gallery Room, which radiates an ambiance of both art space and antique market. Launched in the middle of May, this semi-private dining area features over 100 beautiful objects such as handicrafts, Indonesian traditional fabric batik along with the traditional female
Meet Charins Chang, New Head Pastry Chef at Benedict
Following an unusual path from the chemistry lab to the kitchen, Charins Chang was recently appointed new Head Pastry Chef at Benedict. Chef Charins Chang is a busy young woman, but instead of growing weary, she thrives – especially when she talks about her true passion: desserts, cakes and sweets. Charins, who is now Head
A Pizza Party at Gran Melia
It is arguably one of the most famous dishes in the world and also the most photographed on social media platform Instagram: the Italian pizza. Since the modern pizza was invented in Naples, Italy, it has conquered the whole world and is loved by people of all ages in all its varieties – be it
Coastal Dining with A Fresh Buzz
New seafood restaurant Seasalt, located in the Seminyak area in Bali, recently opened its doors and offers authentic flavours from the ocean and the earth. Seasalt marks the beginning of a revolutionary seaside dining experience: the restaurant elevates the quality of its dishes to such a degree that it is effectively bringing the ocean to
Flair of Ireland at McGettigan’s
String music, hearty food and Guinness on tap – Irish pubs are extremely popular all across the globe, with McGettigan’s being the latest addition to Jakarta’s dining scene. Located at Mega Kuningan, South Jakarta, the spacious McGettigan’s boasts dark wood paneling and comfortable leather seats and is divided into different dining areas with mostly large
An Exclusive Interview with Chef Hajime Kasuga
The Westin Jakarta recently opened Henshin, an exciting multi-level food and beverage destination located on the hotel’s top three floors that aims to introduce Nikkei Cuisine to the foodies of capital. NikkeiCuisine is the much-talked about Japanese-Peruvian culinary sensation that has become increasingly popular across the globe in recent years. Henshin is helmed by Chef
Nebula Restaurant Opens in Jakarta
Already a household name on the island of Bali, Nebula restaurant has finally made its way to Jakarta. Nebula was born and developed in Bali – the group owns three different restaurants across the island on prime locations, namely in Kuta, Petitenget and Ubud, each boasting a contemporary design and distinct ambiance. While atmosphere surely
August Delights at AMUZ Gourmet
AMUZ Gourmet is known for its innovative dishes, colourful flavours and excellent product selection. The French restaurant, helmed by Chef Gilles Marx, also continues to create special dishes each month depending on the available products on the markets worldwide. The French restaurant, helmed by Chef Gilles Marx, also continues to create special dishes each month
Ayana Midplaza Jakarta Celebrates the Art of Indonesian Cuisine
To commemorate Indonesia’s Independence Day, Ayana Midplaza Jakarta hosts its first-ever Indonesian food festival between 17 and 24 August at the hotel’s Rasa Restaurant. The festival features classic Indonesian dishes with a contemporary, new twist, courtesy of the culinary team around Chef Anka, who is known for giving long-time favorites a refreshing personal touch. The
An Indonesian Spice Journey with Chef Petty Elliott
Aptly timed to commemorate the 72nd anniversary of Indonesia’s Independence Day on August 17, Raffles Jakarta offers a special food promotion called “Indonesian Spice Journey”. In collaboration with renowned chef Petty Elliott and JAVARA, distributor of quality local produce and a social enterprise specialising in food biodiversity in Indonesia, the Raffles culinary team took to
