What Does BuGils Mean to You?
What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word BuGils? An acronym, denoting Bule Gila (crazy white folks) or… bugil… snigger, snigger – naked? Photo courtesy of BuGils café The founders of the original BuGils café in Taman Ria used this play on words to capture the essence of a
William’s : Jakarta’s New Kid on the Block
One of the most vibrant dining hubs in the city, the area of SCBD and Senopati, recently welcomed a new establishment to its premises: William’s, a casual dining restaurant by PT William’s Food Indonesia, set further enliven the culinary industry in town. William’s radiates warmth and friendliness. A glimpse at the menu reveals a homage
Street Food: Workplace Dining Solutions
We pass by them every day. We squeeze past them on crowded pavements. But just how much do we know about Jakarta’s ubiquitous street food vendors? In this first part of a two-part story, Theresia Hutabarat delves into the humans behind the street food culture in Jakarta and finds out what makes it thrive. As
An Adventure for Foodies at Jakarta Culinary Feastival
Ismaya Group’s culinary festival Jakarta Culinary Feastival (JCF) 2017 returned to the capital in November after a 5-year hiatus. JCF 2017 is the part of culinary scene that supports the growth of the city’s culinary industry. Photo Courtesy of Jakarta Culinary Feastival. Held at Senayan City, the festival’s comeback was marked with a ribbon cutting
Creative Indulgences on Bake Cookies Day
Christmas is identical with comfort food and sweet treats. Every year on 18 December, lovers of all things sweet come together to celebrate Bake Cookies Day by baking dozens of cookies for sharing with their loved ones or to send them to orphanages and charity drives. It’s the day when your house will be filled with the magical scent of freshly baked cookies!
Bangkok’s Hottest Peruvian Japanese Rooftop Bar Opens in Bali
Following the success of its flagship rooftop restaurant and bar in Bangkok, Above Eleven has now opened its doors in Bali, Indonesia, thanks to a collaboration between Soho Hospitality and Summarecon. The first of its kind in Southeast Asia, Above Eleven features authentic Peruvian Japanese cuisine with stunning interiors and mesmerising views from the rooftop
January Delicacies at Grand Hyatt Jakarta
No rest for the wicked: after celebrating Christmas and New Year’s Eve in style, Grand Hyatt Jakarta continues the festivities throughout the month of January by offering its guests unique dining experiences. Photo courtesy of Grand Hyatt Jakarta From 8 to 31 January, Seafood Terrace will be serving authentic Padang dishes such as rendang balado and kalio served with warm rice, while soto
How Technology is Changing Our Food
Although I am essentially a home cook, I have never underestimated the power of technology to improve my cooking skills. Maybe that’s because I’m Asian – and Asians never expect to be expert in anything until they’ve got all the right equipment. As a cook who had never cooked or baked before, the first thing
Is 2018 the Year of Vegetarians? Yes , Indeed!
Healthy food, labeled vegetarian or gluten free, has become extremely popular over the last couple of years. In 2018, this trend will continue as even more people will look to lead a healthy lifestyle. Vegetarian dishes are not only an option in many restaurants these days, but vegetarian products can easily be found in grocery stores and supermarkets. In Indonesia, culinary festivals focusing mainly on vegetarian dishes, are held
Indonesian Cuisine Meets Two Islands Reserve Wine
In mid-December, Alila Jakarta’s Executive Chef Sudiyono prepared an exquisite 5-course dinner at the hotel restaurant. The dishes – a modern interpretation of Indonesian food – were paired with Two Islands Reserve wines. Tuna Asap with Dabu – Dabu Salad paired with Two Island wines. Photo courtesy of Alila Jakarta/NOW!JAKARTA Two Islands Reserve wines originate
Beringer’s Extraordinary Range of Quality
In early December, wine lovers in Jakarta were in for a treat as Mark Beringer, Chief Winemaker of internationally acclaimed Napa Valley winery Beringer Vineyards, visited the Indonesian capital to host a series of events, including a wine luncheon and soiree. Photo courtesy of Beringer Vineyards/NOW!JAKARTA The main purpose of his visit was to introduce
Agneya: The Honesty of Indonesian Food
Deeply inspired by local heritage and culture, Chris Jensen built Agneya with the aim to present authentic Indonesian cuisine by maintaining its flavour and traditional cooking methods. It is Jensen’s second foray in the F&B industry after establishing “Le Quartier” and just another part of his culinary journey across the archipelago. Agneya is the daughter
The Chaine Gala 2018: A Celebration of Youth
The last Chaine des Rotisseurs event of 2017 was a triumph of style and service in the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton, but also a triumph of education and mastery for some of Asia’s young rising stars of cuisine, service and knowledge, since the Jakarta Balliage joined forces with Hilton Hotels Group to test their young
