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Immerse yourself in a lavish Iftar season at The St. Regis Jakarta
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(Courtesy of The St. Regis)
W
ith the sacred month of Ramadan rapidly approaching, The St. Regis Jakarta warmly welcomes guests to share in the joy of togetherness, offering sumptuous feasts that capture traditions and meticulously curated gift baskets that radiate blissfulness, warmth, abundance and goodwill for family, friends and loved ones.
From March 10 to April 10, guests will be immersed in a luxury, lavish Iftar journey at Bel Étage restaurant through an artful curation to break the fast.
The diverse and tantalizing gastronomic journey begins with an alluring takjil (breaking-of-the-fast snack) station with assorted dates and sweet delights, including local Indonesian delicacies and Middle Eastern favorites.
The extensive spread continues with the signature seafood on ice, local Indonesian favorites such as sop buntut, mie goreng sambal roa, pempek Palembang, asinan Jakarta, ayam woku and kakap merah bakar dabu, as well as Middle Eastern delights like cold mezzes, hummus, moutabel, warak enab, muhammara with jat khodra Arabic bread, lentil soup, Moroccan chicken tagine, lamb briyani dome and assorted kebabs.
Meanwhile, the outdoor live grill features beef, lamb chops, salmon and seabass, all paired with Bel Etage’s special sauces and condiments, with an array of desserts including nastar, pandan cake croquembouche, raspberry rocher assorted jajanan pasar, umm Ali, and baklava.
To further elevate the Iftar experience, J.J.A. brings a taste of a Levantine Feast, from the robust spices of Jordan to the aromatic herbs of Lebanon, bringing together a harmonious blend of flavors honoring the eastern Mediterranean’s culinary heritage.
With a focus on quality and locally sourced ingredients, each menu item is carefully curated to ensure the best and most genuine dining experience. Diners will be delighted by an array of appetizers such as Arabic bread paired perfectly with black olive hummus, parsley mint tabbouleh, tomato fattoush complemented by line-caught snapper with hara sauce, cage-free chicken musakhan, Lamb tagine and tourlou vegetables, Arabic rice, with a final heavenly bite of umm Ali and vanilla ice cream.
As the spirit of Ramadan would not be complete without tokens of generosity and thoughtfulness, Rosé unveiled its luxury Hampers Collection in sophisticated sage green and gold flair, including Mina, Medina and Mecca selections. Executive pastry chef Kevin Lee presents a symphony of exquisite Iftar delights: gâteau pandan and pineapple and coconut cake inspired by cherished Indonesian takjil traditions, where coconut milk takes center stage.
For those staying in the city, expect a serene environment with an exclusive stay package, which includes sahur (pre-dawn meal) and sumptuous Iftar dinner buffets at Bel Étage, available from March 10 to April 9. Step into luxurious retreats, delight in exclusive amenities and encounter unique touches embodying Ramadan with elegance and style.
