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For the love of ‘ayam goreng’

Whether you’re after traditional ayam goreng or spicy Korean wings, these fried chicken spots in Jakarta have something to satisfy every craving.

2 weeks ago
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Taste-testing scoops of Nusantara

Fancy a scoop of ice cream inspired by local spices, traditional Indonesian dishes or herbal medicine? We tried them out for you.

2 weeks ago
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Making it easy to eat your greens

By combining innovative techniques and authentic local flavors, one start-up is making Indonesian plant-based food both accessible and delicious.

2 weeks ago

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Blok M’s viral bites: To wait or not to wait?

Long known as a destination for culinary adventures, Blok M has been trending on social media for viral food spots with endless lines. Are they worth the hype?

2 weeks ago
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Finding culinary coexistence between takeout and dining out

To order in or eat out? Online food deliveries have permanently reshaped our dining culture, but can we satisfy all our cravings by merely eating in?

2 weeks ago
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Japan’s sake breweries enter digital era with production aid

Mizutani Shuzo is among the growing number of sake breweries using a digital tool developed by the Nagoya Regional Taxation Bureau to automatically calculate the degree of fermentation of sake and present the data in graph form.

1 month ago
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Hearts, tails and blubber at Japan fin whale tasting

Since 2019, Japan has caught whales in its own waters after abandoning under international pressure hunting for "scientific purposes" in the Antarctic Ocean and the North Pacific, with the catch list was limited to sei, minke, and Bryde's whales. But this year, fin whales, the planet's second-largest animal, were added and on Aug. 1 the first killed.

1 month ago
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‘Taste of Australia 2024’: Grilling steaks and fostering friendship

Food brings people together, something that is especially true for people from Australia and Indonesia. Such closeness may come in a surprising dish.

1 month ago
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Australia launches landmark peanut allergy treatment for babies

Eligible babies will receive daily doses of peanut powder for two years to build up their tolerance, said officials announcing the initiative on Wednesday.

3 months ago
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Dharma Boutique Roastery: A coffee commitment that survives the test of time

Third-wave coffee, which has revolutionized the nation's palate of its joe, has given another lease of life to a family roasting business in Semarang, Central Java. 

7 months ago
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Indian state to inspect outlets of fast-food chains after McDonald's cheese crackdown

The checks threaten to cause a headache for global brands after recent inflationary pressure hit consumption of burgers and pizzas that are pricey for many Indian consumers.

8 months ago
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Luxury tequila: Mexican culture and sophistication beyond shots

Savoring the flavor of tequila requires you to sip the spirit instead of taking it in a single shot. There is a wide variety of flavors and colors, as well as quality, of this alcoholic beverage made of one specific type of plant.

8 months ago
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In war-scarred Iraqi city, food business gives women independence

"Taste of Mosul" celebrates local delicacies and was founded in 2017 after the northern Iraqi metropolis was liberated from IS jihadists.

1 year ago
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What is blue tea and why should you start drinking it?

Blue tea, made from the petals or whole flowers of the Clitoria ternatea plant, is caffeine-free and packed with antioxidants.

1 year ago
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More than just satay: Indonesian food and its common misconceptions

Walking through the many boroughs of London, there are lively Asian diaspora communities that have cemented their place in the city as a home away from home. From the floating red lanterns strewn across Chinatown near Leicester Square to the Asian food halls, it isn’t difficult to adapt to life in the big city.  

1 year ago
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Sweets and everything nice: Ten of Jakarta's best patisseries

Jakarta caters to every sweet tooth, even those averse to gluten or animal products. However, when it comes to special occasions, these 10 patisseries stand out as the go-to places to order the most mouth-watering cakes for your loved ones.

1 year ago
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Sri Lankan baker 'cried' when he won best baguette in Paris

A Paris baker of Sri Lankan origin said he "cried" when he heard he had won best baguette in the French capital this week.

1 year ago
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Food from the heart: A hidden Afghan restaurant in Yogyakarta

This is the story of an out-of-job travel agent and an Afghan refugee who started a private dining restaurant, The Tannoor, in Yogyakarta

1 year ago
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Foreign chefs conquer Paris with childhood flavours for French cuisine

The self-taught chef, who fled his country's civil war in 1999, nonetheless believes that promoting Lebanon's culinary riches means combining them with some of "the elegance and refinement" of French cuisine. 

1 year ago
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Sweet tooth: Four of Jakarta's cutest concept cafes

Under-the-radar hangout spots upon which to feast your belly and tired eyes.

1 year ago
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BEBOP: Indonesia's first Japanese jazz bar

The latest bar in the buzzing Senopati neighborhood puts the jives and the spirits on center stage, providing quality entertainment and late-night invigoration.

1 year ago
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Karaage kings: judges hunt for Japan's best fried chicken

A team of judges has searched relentlessly to find the ultimate "karaage" -- the fried chicken known as "Japan's comfort food".

1 year ago
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MAYA at Sailendra charms with eye-opening Northern Indian feasts

Located within the compound of JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta, the restaurant commits to serving up mouthwatering dishes that may also teach a thing or two about the oft-misunderstood cuisine.

1 year ago
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Tannat: Uruguay's 'unlikely' wine hit

With more seeds than other grapes, blue-black Tannat is high in astringent tannins -- a dominant characteristic that gave it its name and was long considered undesirable.

1 year ago
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The Macallan scotch whisky introduces coffee-inspired Harmony Collection

Launched in Jakarta on March 9, the Scotland-based whisky distillery aims to allure the city's connoisseurs and coffeeholics.

1 year ago
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Introducing Vietnam to Indonesians via Saigon street foods

Chau Thi Phuong Thao, also known as Hien, brought the taste of her hometown to the streets of Jakarta.

1 year ago
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City of skewers: The best satay in Bandung

A diverse list of recommended places in Bandung to get your fix of satay

1 year ago
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Ramadan culinary tips with cooking expert Sisca Soewitomo

Television culinary personality Sisca Soewitomo recounts her long, illustrative culinary journey and shares some of her cooking tips for Ramadan

1 year ago
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'Omurice', comfort food for Japanese and Koreans, a symbol of warmer ties

Japanese and South Korean officials have declined to confirm the plan or venue, while Rengatei, famed as the birthplace of omurice in 1900, declined to comment.

1 year ago
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New York state vs New York City: the war over foie gras

All of the foie gras in New York is made exclusively in the state of 20 million people, as France no longer exports the controversial delicacy.

1 year ago