Slated to run until Nov. 6, the fair features 1000 bands, bazaars and performances, as well as 1000 traditional and urban delicacies.

In the culinary section, visitors will find four stalls operated by business that were started before the country gained its independence in 1945. For help finding them among the plethora of scrumptious cuisine on offer, simply consult the list below:

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Toko Oen Semarang

Originating from Semarang in Central Java, Toko Oen was founded in 1936 and is known for its palatable ice cream and pastry dishes. During the fair, it offers signature dishes, such as poffertjes ice cream, eierkoek (egg bread), bitterballen (Dutch meat-based snack), lumpia oen (spring roll), speculaas (spiced shortcrust biscuit) and kaastangels (Dutch cheese-based cookies). The ice cream costs Rp 25,000 (US$1.91) and the price for the snacks starts from Rp 6,500.

Kopi Es Tak Kie

Kopi Es Tak Kie is Jakarta’s legendary coffee shop, which was established in 1927. The original shop is located in Gang Gloria in Glodok and it specializes in ice coffee. The popular beverage is on offer during PRI alongside other Chinese dishes.

Depot HTS (Han Tjwan Sing) Malang

Residents of Malang, East Java, may have heard about Depot HTS (Han Tjwan Sing). The shop was established in 1927 and is known for its signature onde-onde (sticky rice-flour balls filled with beans). During PRI, visitors can sample this delectable delicacy for Rp 40,000 per box.

Soto Ahri Garut

Established in 1943, Soto Ahri is a must-try dish for visitors who are traveling in Garut, West Java. The meal features beef soup cooked in coconut milk and spices. This delectable concoction is available at the PRI. (kes)

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