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Food 8 years ago

Romantic or casual, 8 restaurants to celebrate Valentine's Day in Jakarta

To help you find the most suitable establishment for your occasion, we've compiled a list of res...

Food 8 years ago

Seven pizzas that are more Indonesian than Italian

Those who love Indonesian food as much they do pizza may want to try these interesting versions.

Food 8 years ago

Warm porridge with a dash of mouthwatering cheese

Whether it is in the morning or during the evening, bubur ayam (chicken porridge) is one Indonesian ...

Entertainment 8 years ago

How 'Christine' portrays blood and guts in the newsroom

Based on the real events of perhaps the first-ever on-air TV suicide in history, Christine&nbsp...

Food 8 years ago

Seven must-try pork 'bakpao' in Kelapa Gading

Originating in China, bakpao (steamed bun) is known not only for its soft and silky texture but also...

People 8 years ago

Photographer Bernard Grismayer captures religious ceremonies

Born in 1948, Grismayer is a photographer of religious pilgrimages, mainly in India, but also in Bal...

Food 8 years ago

A luscious portion of 'serabi' with a modern touch

Back in the day, serabi (rice flour pancake with coconut milk) was a mere traditional snack. In...

Art & Culture 8 years ago

Get ready for Larasati's auction of traditional, contemporary in Bali

At the end of this week, Larasati Auctioneers will present an excellent array of predominantly Balin...

Food 8 years ago

Peerless local delicacies to please the palate at Betawi 'warung'

Although it can be difficult to find a Betawi establishment that is truly authentic and pleasing to ...

Art & Culture 8 years ago

TiTian Prize recognizes Balinese visual art talents

The 2017 TiTian Prize, open to all Balinese visual artists in the genres of painting, sculpture, ins...

Food 8 years ago

Eat among Jakarta's hipsters at these 'food spaces'

A food space usually comprises several food vendors offering various options. It’s a stylized ...

Art & Culture 8 years ago

ESSAY: Storytellers

Stories connect, influence and prompt one another. They are bestowed with the power to make us care,...

Food 8 years ago

A music-themed culinary hub in Setiabudi

Due to the number of office buildings in the area, it is no surprise that one can find a multitude o...

Lifestyle 8 years ago

Nine good reasons to become vegetarian

Most of us have concerns and doubts about giving vegetarianism a shot. But this may just be because ...

Food 8 years ago

Tucking into the best 'sup saudara' in Makassar

It seems that naming a shop or restaurant based on the street on which it is located has become quit...

Food 8 years ago

Nine must-try authentic Japanese restaurants in Jakarta

Japanese food is not new in Jakarta, however, a refreshed list of new restaurants serving only authe...

Food 8 years ago

Mat Lengket: Much-loved fried chicken and ‘nasi uduk’ establishment

Veer over to the eastern side of Jakarta and you will come across a popular, modestly sized eatery w...

Food 8 years ago

Five tasty 'gado-gado' lunch joints

Here are five gado-gado places that you should try.

Entertainment 8 years ago

Wiji Thukul: A film alone won't be enough

In 2014, Jokowi, the president candidate back then, promised to solve the case of Wiji Thukul and th...

Food 8 years ago

Dos and don'ts for fine dining from top hospitality, culinary figures

Six of Indonesia's top food and beverage and hospitality figures share their essential rules for...

Entertainment 8 years ago

'La La Land' a rarely seen heartwarming love story

La La Land has the spirit of a Gene Kelly production packaged in the body of a present-day blockbust...

Food 8 years ago

Five must-visit 'warungs' on Jl. Sabang

The following are five must-visit warungs on Jl. Sabang.

Art & Culture 8 years ago

Another day in paradise: Redeeming value of art

An art exhibition titled Another Day in Paradise opened this week as part of the Sydney Festival in ...

Food 8 years ago

Royal 'gudeg' recipe attracts many in South Jakarta

Who knew that the best gudeg (unripe jackfruit stew) joint in Jakarta can be found in Gandaria?...

Entertainment 8 years ago

'Dangal', a potent and palpable sports drama

If one were to describe Dangal in a word, it would be “potent”. In fact, that ...

Food 8 years ago

Where to find a mouth-watering 'sate Padang' dinner in South Jakarta

Located not far from 7/11 Radio Dalam, Sate Padang Salero Ajo is typically packed with customers as ...

Art & Culture 8 years ago

Chinese New Year customs you need to know

In the spirit of the festivities, I've rounded up a few popular Chinese New Year traditions and ...

Food 8 years ago

Getting to know the local crispy pancake 'kue ape'

Jakarta is home to a multitude of snacks that are worth a try. Besides the popular kerak telor ...

Youth 8 years ago

Dissecting the fall of the Democratic Party in 2016

While others may choose a slew of factors to explain their reasoning, I choose to blame the Democrat...

Food 8 years ago

Queuing for a bowl of hot 'bakwan Malang' in East Jakarta

When I popped by on a Sunday afternoon, Bakso Bakwan Malang Cak Su Kumis Rawamangun was crammed...

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