New Faces in Jakarta’s Culinary Scene
Jakarta’s culinary scene is witnessing a grand reshuffle with the arrival of four heavyweight chefs, each bringing a unique flair to some of the city’s finest hotels. From seasoned veterans with Michelin-starred pedigrees to innovators brimming with new ideas, these appointments promise a tantalising new chapter for the food connoisseurs across the capital. Let’s take
Taste True Italian Coffee Heritage as Caffe Vergnano 1882 Arrives in Indonesia
Caffe Vergnano 1882, one of Italy’s most esteemed coffee brands, officially opens its first outlet in Indonesia, marking a new chapter for coffee lovers in the country. Brought by PT Toffin Indonesia, this launch introduces a brand with over 140 years of heritage, dedicated to delivering the true essence of Italian coffee. Nestled in Summitmas Building, Sudirman, a
BIKO’s New Membership App Gives Diners Direct Access to New, Deals and Bookings
Designed to give BIKO patrons a smooth, cohesive experience, the BIKO Membership mobile app provides ease and convenience in keeping up with the latest updates, getting rewards for patronage and making reservations—all at one’s fingertips. With this launch, BIKO looks to improve accessibility – making it simpler, faster, and more intuitive for guests to interact
Bringing Comfort to the Table: Oakwood Jakarta’s Live Cooking Event with Chef Tati Carlin
Oakwood Premier Cozmo Jakarta was filled with scents of fresh herbs and sizzling spices as guests gathered for ‘All You Knead Is Comfort,’ an exclusive live cooking event with MasterChef Australia 2019 finalist, Chef Tati Carlin on 26 February 2025. It was a culinary showcase that delved deep into the soul of comfort food, where
Dine with Iftar Under the Stars at Café Cali, The Orient Hotel Jakarta
This Ramadan, enjoy Iftar Under the Stars at Café Cali, The Orient Hotel Jakarta: an event that combines bohemian ambiance from Morocco, cuisine flavours from Indonesia and the Middle East, and a 360° view of the skyline from Jakarta. Amidst a sea of stars, the perfect backdrop for a visual treat is set as one
Discover the New Menu from TOM’S by Tom Aikens at The Langham, Jakarta
With a new menu at TOM’S by Tom Aikens located at The Langham, Jakarta debuting in February, Michelin-starred Chef Tom Aikens continues to redefine the dining experience. The new menu pays tribute to British classics, infused with passion for homemade recipes and exceptional craftsmanship. The new menu comes around the same time for Chef Tom
Luxury with Character: The Papandayan and Its Newly Revamped Interiors
Those who have Bandung as one of their favourite regions to stay in surely are familiar with The Papandayan. Long established as one of the city’s iconic hotels, its refined luxury and distinctive Classic Elegance aesthetic cannot be replicated anywhere else. Now, after a meticulous and extensive renovation, this five-star hotel has re-emerged with a
Amuz Gourmet Presents Escoffier Six Hands Chef Collaboration Dinner, Celebrating French Cuisine
Jakarta’s premier French fine dining restaurant, Amuz Gourmet, presents an exclusive Escoffier Six Hands Chef Collaboration Dinner on 19 February 2025. The event will bring together 3 decorated chefs, each embodying the artistry and legacy of French haute cuisine. This hexad collaboration will showcase a multi-course dining experience with impeccable technique, the ingredients, and artistic
Relish in a Refined Series of Ramadan Gatherings at InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah
At InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah, Ramadan is one of the most festive times of the year in the city, as a season of generosity, reflection and joy. Each night, the hotel becomes a hub of celebration with its meals, gifting, and cultural experiences when families, friends and community come together. Synergising with InterContinental Jakarta Pondok
Continuum, A Wine Legacy Perpetuated
Oenophiles the world over will recognise the name of Robert Mondavi, an icon in Californian winemaking who founded his namesake estate in Napa Valley back in 1966. Wineries are quite often family affairs, and as such a young Timothy Mondavi joined his father in the business in 1974, learning, and very quickly innovating, for 30
Ra Suites Simatupang Invites One & All to a Stylish Lunar New Year Celebration
Usher in the Year of the Serpent with an exclusive night of joy and elegance at Ra Suites Simatupang. Awaiting guests, family and friends is a dazzling Lunar New Year celebration, in a sophisticated setting where tradition meets modernity. Delectable Chinese cuisine, vibrant cultural entertainment and lively atmosphere at the five-star hotel’s Chinese New Year Dinner
Gran Melia Jakarta: Celebrate the Chinese New Year of Prosperity at Tien Chao and Cafe Gran Via
This Chinese New Year, Gran Melia Jakarta offers a luxurious dining experience at Tien Chao, featuring Prosperity Yee Sang, Chinese New Year Set Menus, festive hampers, and Lion Dance performances to bring blessings of good fortune and joy. Moreover, an exquisite Chinese New Year Buffet at the hotel’s Cafe Gran Via will be where culinary
Indonesia’s Best-Selling Wines in 2024, According to Widya
As humans, our bodies are chemically driven by neurotransmitters which influence our behaviour, emotions, thoughts and processes. Meanwhile, wines contain many components that affect our natural neurotransmitters, which in turn effects our emotions and behaviour. Do doubt some can attest to this! The neurotransmitters that have a direct impact on what we feel as ‘happiness’,
