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Interesting cafes worth a visit in Kemang
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If you like cats, or would like to entertain someone who loves cats, Cat Cabin is the perfect place for you. (Cat Cabin/-)
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or a long time now, Kemang in South Jakarta has been a center of hectic nightlife fun with its bars and cafes. But if you think you have seen everything in the area, think again. Now, it also hosts unique places that offer more than just nightlife with bottles of liquor and DJs.
How better to relieve your stress than with a fur ball of happiness? If you like cats, or would like to entertain someone who loves cats, Cat Cabin is the perfect place for you, as it is a sanctuary for various types of cats that you can caress with love to calm your mind.
Ramadhan is a good opportunity to do positive things, and this includes fixing your social skills toward other people. One of the best ways to better connect with your friends or family is by playing board games that are fun as well as easy to do. At The Folks, you can expect to cozily ngabuburit (wait for the breaking of the fast) with your loved ones until iftar.
Placing itself between the cheering crowds and high-standard cafes in Kemang, Reading Room has become an oasis for nerds. It is basically a public library with upgraded features, which includes great food and drinks. The mission of the owner, Richard Oh, is to make the world of literature come alive and even more enjoyable.
(Read also: Cool coffee shops in Jakarta you might not know existed)
Baking is an art and eating what you’ve put an effort into feels really good. Animo is a great place to find various types of pastries, and that's not even the best part about this place. You can actually learn how to bake them yourself. But if you just enjoy watching the creation, this option is also available since Animo features an open kitchen concept.
Craving Italian cuisine? Pastificio K was created to be the greatest pasta expert in South Jakarta. Besides an education in pasta, this place serves unique creations including spaghetti with super delicious rendang sauce.
In addition to its reputation as a hidden haven for bacon, Baconerie has a lot of surprises lined up for you. One of the best things about this place is its amazing all-day breakfast menu. Try its signature Baconerie Burger, for instance, which is served with red onion instead of pickles. (kes)
