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Beyond the plate: An Indonesian chef-sommelier’s culinary vision

Kaskara Hasibuan reflects on his international career, his pop-up platform Comocasa, and how global training has shaped his approach to cooking and wine.

1 month ago
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Buried fire, shared roots: A Maori and Papuan stone-cooking bond

A Maori hangi and Papuan bubigi cooked side by side highlight deep-rooted culinary parallels, where food becomes both sustenance and a language of togetherness. ...

1 month ago
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Trend vs. tradition: Matcha’s revival takes hold in Indonesia

Matcha is enjoying a renewed boom in Indonesia in 2025, driven by social media trends, specialty cafés and matcha-infused treats. As the powdered green tea goes mainstream, purists continue to defend its cultural roots through chado, the Japanese tea ceremony. ...

2 months ago

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Cheap mealboxes a taste of Hong Kong's economic woes

Hong Konger Kitty Chan pivoted to takeout to help her restaurant survive the pandemic, but she has since opened a second shop as demand for cheap mealboxes surges in the city.

3 years ago
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A complete experience: Mad Cow Bandung review

The latest addition to Bandung’s growing fine-dining scene, Mad Cow aims to provide a holistic epicurean experience.

3 years ago
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Thai pop-up wins fans with crunchless cricket burgers

There is no crunch or crackle, but crickets are on the menu at one Bangkok pop-up serving fusion bug-burgers, demonstrating the latest way to incorporate the protein-rich meat into food -- direct from Thailand's farms.

3 years ago
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Savoring nostalgic bowls of noodles at Bakmi Gondangdia Lama

Jakarta’s venerable Bakmi Gondangdia Lama or Bakmi Godila restaurant soldiers on in the face of various challenges

3 years ago
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Kikugawa: Jakarta’s oldest Japanese restaurant flows with change

Offering an oasis of calm at the heart of frenetic Jakarta, Kikugawa has surpassed and continues to ride out a variety of challenges as it sustains its memorable renown as the first Japanese restaurant in the capital.

3 years ago
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Hagu Coffee & Space: Becoming Bogor's long-overdue hangout hub

Located on Jl. Sancang in the heart of the “Rain City”, Hagu Coffee & Space is hyping up contemporary F&B trends while featuring live mini concerts with some of the most promising indie musicians of the day.

3 years ago
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Five cool and sophisticated cafés to try in Pantai Indah Kapuk

Time to find out where Jakarta's hip crowd prefer to spend their weekends.

3 years ago
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Twenties: The diverse flavors of ‘soto’ across Indonesia

The many varieties of soto are some of the great Indonesian culinary delights that have emerged from cultural exchanges with Chinese migrants who came to the archipelago centuries ago. Now, nearly every region of the country has its own take on the classic dish.

3 years ago
Food

Five authentic Sundanese eateries in Bandung

In pursuit of Sundanese delicacies: From the corners of traditional markets in Cihapit and Palasari, to the busy streets of Pasirkoja and Moh. Toha.

3 years ago
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Tokyo diners nosh on Demogorgon pasta, Eleven's waffles at 'Stranger Things' cafe

Japanese fans of the sci-fi hit "Stranger Things" can chow down on demonic pasta and rock out to retro 1980s tunes at a pop-up cafe inspired by the Netflix Inc NFLX.O horror drama.

3 years ago
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Food media Feastin’ releases ‘Jakarta Dessert & Coffee Guide’

Feastin’ releases a compilation of the best desserts and coffee shops across Jakarta. 

3 years ago
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STARK Taproom: Where beers and dim sum are united through sports

STARK Taproom, a sports bar located in SCBD's Elysee Lot, makes its case for being  a merry oasis for all kinds of sports aficionados.

3 years ago
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On the menu at a UK restaurant: carbon footprint

The menu at The Canteen in southwest England doesn't just let diners know how much a dish costs. They can also check its carbon footprint.

3 years ago
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Beyond hummus: Palestinians cook up new foods

From the ancient alleys of Jerusalem's Old City to kitchens around the world, Palestinians are stirring new trends in cooking while abiding by traditions.

3 years ago
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Beyond hummus: Palestinians cook up new food trends

From the ancient alleys of Jerusalem's Old City to kitchens around the world, Palestinians are stirring new trends in cooking while abiding by traditions.

3 years ago
Food

Japan firm seeks halal approval for non-alcohol udon soup stock

But that alcoholic component excludes many beyond Japan's shores from trying its cuisine, not least the world's estimated nearly 2 billion Muslims. Now, in a bid to make local specialty Sanuki udon available to more people, Kamada Soy Sauce Inc. in the country's western prefecture of Kagawa is preparing to apply for halal approval for a non-alcohol version of the noodle dish's stock.

3 years ago
Food

A down-to-earth French restaurant for Jakarta food fans

The Paris di Jakarta restaurant strives to bring the French capital's simple, down-to-earth flavors and ambiance to Indonesian diners.

3 years ago
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The controversial delicacy taking Bali by storm

A small warung (stall) serving lawar empas (freshwater softshell turtle) is gaining popularity in Bali. But troubling questions linger about the dish’s inspiration and provenance.

3 years ago
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Remote repast: Dining at the world's northernmost Michelin restaurant

Housed in a narrow black wooden house, one of the oldest in Greenland, the restaurant can only accommodate about 20 people per service, and experiments with local produce, including whale and seaweed, with fresh produce almost impossible to find in the harsh climate. 

3 years ago
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Elderly culinary legend’s sweet treats stand the test of time

As the morning twilight unfolds in the city famed for its street food scene, a line of sleepy customers snakes its way along the road in anticipation of a local culinary legend.

3 years ago
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Kaum’s Santap Malam offers Indonesian meals in all their authentic glory

Exploring Indonesia’s myriad flavors and cooking styles with Kaum.

3 years ago
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Chinese ice cream brand under fire for products that don't melt

A Chinese brand once dubbed the "Hermes of ice cream" has come under fire after internet users said some of its products do not melt -- even when baked with a blowtorch.

3 years ago
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South African entrepreneur seeks to turn caterpillars into tasty snacks

A start-up entrepreneur from South Africa wants to change the way edible caterpillars popularly known as "mopane worms" are viewed and eaten.

3 years ago
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The man who loves bread: the story behind artisan bakery Seroja Bake

For Faza Chu, a lot of research and deliberations go into bread making.

3 years ago
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Salmonella found in world's biggest chocolate plant

Production has been halted in the world's biggest chocolate plant, run by Swiss giant Barry Callebaut in the Belgian town of Wieze, after salmonella contaminations were found, the firm said Thursday. 

3 years ago
Food

Dapur Cokelat’s founders talk struggles, innovation and surviving cancer

Ermey Trisniarty and Okky Dewanto, Dapur Cokelat’s cofounders, share the ups and downs of 21 years in the pastry business.

3 years ago
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Mystery deepens over fate of Hong Kong's Jumbo Floating Restaurant

Mystery over the fate of Hong Kong's Jumbo Floating Restaurant deepened after its owner stirred confusion over whether the financially struggling tourist attraction had actually sunk.

3 years ago
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Twenties: Essential Minangkabau cuisine

Arguably the most popular cuisine in Indonesia, Minang cuisine is a testament to the archipelago’s legacy of spice and diversity of dishes. 

3 years ago
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In Vienna, snails are slowly reclaiming their culinary fame

"It's small but it fills you up," a customer at Gugumuck's restaurant said.

3 years ago
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End of an era as Russia’s McDonald’s reopens under new name

The restaurant that launched McDonald's entry to Russia in 1990, heralding Moscow's opening after decades of Soviet rule, reopened on Sunday with a new name and logo in a potent reminder of the upheaval sparked by the conflict in Ukraine.

3 years ago

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Sat, February 21, 2026

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