A Mini “Empire of Dynasty Ming” at Royal Safari Garden
As part of the lunar new year celebrations, Royal Safari Garden in Bogor will be transformed into a mini version of “The Empire of Dynasty Ming”, where guests will be able to experience Chinese New Year in traditional, red-coloured surroundings and celebrate honour the heritage. Photo courtesy of Royal Safari Garden Resort and Convention/NOW!JAKARTA To welcome the Year of the Earth Dog, Royal
A Taste of the Archipelago at HARRIS café
It is no secret that Indonesians are true foodies who take great pleasure in sharing a meal with their families, friends or colleagues. HARRIS Café, HARRIS Suites fX Sudirman – Jakarta currently presents the “Archipelago Taste – All You Can Eat Buffet” breakfast and lunch, with special offers valid until 31 March. Photo courtesy of
Ambiente Ristorante: Back and Better than Ever
There’s a fresh atmosphere at the newly renovated Ambiente Ristorante at Aryaduta Hotel Tugu Tani. The Italian casual fine dining restaurant is now back in operation after an extensive renovation that began last year, with a new industrial, rustic look. Ambiente Ristorante comes back after extensive renovation with new concept, turned to be casul fine
From Food Stalls to Michelin Star Restaurants: A Loving Culinary Journey
There are many ways to relate food with love and passion. For me, it's the way I express my love to my husband, and this is how my journey in the culinary world started. Photo courtesy of Wina Bissett/NOW!JAKARTA As a typical middle-class Indonesian – someone who had very little knowledge of the kitchen,
Bambaiya: Authentic Indian Food from the Heart of Mumbai
The most populous city in India, Mumbai (formerly known as Bombay) is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. It’s also the heart of the Bollywood film industry and home to a thriving financial sector. In fact, the city is ranked among the fastest growing cities in India for business expansion. Located in
Cooking Class: The Best of French Cuisine with a Japanese Twist
As part of a collaboration between Amuz and Michelin-starred Chef Olivier Oddos, a cooking class with the theme of “French Cuisine with Japanese Inspiration” was held on 9 February , 2018 at Modena Experience Center, Jakarta, in collaboration with Modena Indonesia, a leading home electronic appliances company. Chef Olivier Oddos and founder of Amuz Gourmet,
A Firework of Flavours from Chef Gilles Marx & Chef Olivier Oddos Collaboration
What happens when two French chefs, one based in Jakarta and the other one in Tokyo, meet for a culinary exchange? The answer is simple: a firework of flavours! The kitchen flow where Chef Gilles Marx &Chef Olivier Oddos works together. Photo courtesy of AMUZ/NOW!JAKARTA Chef Gilles Marx, founder of AMUZ Gourmet in Jakarta, and
Eastern Promise: Three Decades of Dining and Entertainment
Eastern Promise in Kemang, South Jakarta has long been a fixture in the city’s F&B and entertainment industry. The pub’s history dates back to 1989, when it was opened by British businessman Carl Girlchrist. In April 2006, Eastern Promise – or EP, as it is more commonly known – was acquired by the owners of
Cafélulu, A Tropical Eatery at Kemang Village
As people enter Cafelculu, muted pink wall and the tropical greenery that abounds are enough to make you feel like it’s “Summer in California”. Located at Lippo Mall in Kemang Village, the brand new Cafelulu offers a wide range of international comfort food in a stylish, instagenic space. Muted pink wall and the tropical greenery
Wine and Dine With Wina: Location, Location, Location
When we talk about food and architecture, nothing to my mind beats Le Jules Verne restaurant at the Eiffel Tower. The reason I decided to go there was purely touristy; I wanted something to eat that was cukup bagus, with a beautiful view of Paris in the background. The view was more important to my
Who’s Cooking at the Ubud Food Festival 2018?
Almost 100 chefs, restaurateurs, farmers, social entrepreneurs and outstanding innovators will be making their way to the Ubud Food Festival, presented by ABC this 13-15 April 2018. Photo courtesy of Ubud Food Festival 2018/NOW!JAKARTA Why the theme ‘Generasi Inovasi’ (Innovation Generation)? Well, the food industry is being brought into a whole new paradigm, with youthful interest
Raymond Rjaily, The Mandarin Oriental Jakarta’s New Culinary Wizard
The Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta recently welcomed Raymond Rjaily as new Executive Chef. Originally from Lebanon, Chef Raymond brings with him more than 17 years of experience in the culinary world. Raymond Rjaily as new Executive Chef of The Mandarin Oriental Jakarta. Photo by Basuki Nugroho/NOW!JAKARTA His first post outside Lebanon took him to Doha, Dubai
Good France 2018: Celebrating Culinary of France
Get ready for one of the greatest French dinners in the world! On 21 March, 3,300 restaurants including 1,300 chefs in France, 156 French Embassies and Consulates on all 5 continents will participate in this year’s Gout De France. Good France 2018 is going to be held world wide, features a French menu on the same
