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Revo’s Culinary Journey is Ready for Take off

“Cooking to me has always been an amazing conduit to convey thoughts and emotions through edible pieces of art,” Chef Revo says. Over the years, Chef Revo has prepared meals for Ambassadors, many of the city’s influential personalities and for corporate galas. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA We’re seated in the plush confines of one of Jakarta’s fine dining

Amed Sea Salt Honours Local Farmers

Salt is decidedly that one ingredient every cuisine in the word relies on to “elevate” a dish to a particular level or enhance its taste. Amed sea salt is one of authentic salt made by Indonesian farmers. NOW!JAKARTA With increased focus on the preparation of food, it appears more cooks – both in the home and in

Raw Honey, Nature’s Golden Healer

The beneficial effects of honey on human health have long been recognized. Today, many of those positive effects have been studied to elucidate its mode of action and highlight it as an appealing alternative to medicine. Learn how you can improve your family’s health, and how to ensure you’re buying from trusted sustainable beekeepers. Raw

Sambal, an Integral Part of the Indonesian Palate

Sambal, loosely translated to English is a chilli-based ‘relish’ is an integral part of the Indonesian palate. Home to more than 300 ethnic groups, or 1,340 tribes, Indonesia features a range of cuisine — including varieties of sambal. At least there are 322 types of sambal across Indonesia, 257 of them are used in various

Culture, Food and City Hopping: Nigel Mason’s Travels

Nigel Mason, Managing Director of Mason Adventures enjoys seeking out unique cultural experiences on his travels. Alistair Speirs spoke to him about some of his memorable trips. Nigel Mason in 1954 (left) and he is at the same place in Paris in 2017 (right). Nigel Mason's Files/NOW!JAKARTA You seem to have started traveling a lot.

Mapping The Future of the Indonesian Traveller

From my experience as a travel writer for the last decade, I have found that many Indonesians have been travelling more than ever. In the last five years alone, we have seen a significant increase in the number of Indonesian travellers searching for new and unique destinations to visit, locally or internationally. Not just that,

At Torajan Funerals, Grieving is Impolite

Journeying through Tana Toraja Regency in South Sulawesi, one comes across many extraordinary sights and experiences. The region offers stunning landscapes including lofty mountains, lush highlands and ancient terraced rice fields. Perhaps most interesting of all is its rich and complex culture. Some of the most unique cultural practices and beliefs in Tana Toraja are

Potsdam: A City Fit for Emperors and Kings

Often overshadowed by the vast popularity of Germany’s capital, Berlin’s neighbouring city Potsdam is a true gem. Situated on the river Havel, it boasts an abundance of gardens, lakes and palaces. Sanssouci Palace, built in Rococo style, was the summer residence of Frederick the Great. Photos courtesy of SPSG/NOW!JAKARTA Potsdam was once the residence of Prussian

Christmas Tradition in South America

In keeping with our country focus this month, we look at Christmas traditions in a few countries around the continent. The following information was culled from various sources. Christmas celebration in South America offers local tradition. NOW!JAKARTA MEXICO The Mexican celebration of Christmas is called las posadas and begins on December 16. The ninth evening of

Joyful Christmas Feast at Hotel Borobudur Jakarta

Christmas is not only about the Christmas Day, it’s more about the atmosphere in the air. These days, the vibe of Christmas is everywhere and you can tell that December is approaching. Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas is You is playing in every corner of the store and shopping mall. Even though Indonesians

The Magic of the Festive Season at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta

Gather your family and friends for a myriad of gastronomic delights this December. Whether it’s an intimate Christmas Eve gathering, a fabulous New Year’s Eve celebration or a relaxing New Year’s Day brunch – Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta will ensure the magic stays in your heart, long after it has left your palette. Christmas delicacies