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The Great Nastar Debacle

A deliciously made nastar is guaranteed to steal the spotlight and spark some debate at social gatherings. But, why?

1 month 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. 

1 month 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.

2 months ago

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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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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. 

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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. 

1 year ago
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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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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. 

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year ago
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Twenties: The endless variety of Indonesian sambal

Many spices are native to Indonesia, and with a lot of ingredients comes a lot of flavor. One iconic condiment that makes use of this bounty is sambal, a spicy sauce or paste produced from chili peppers and other ingredients. Here are 20 popular regional recipes.

1 year ago
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Pink 'soul refresher' unites wilting Indians and Pakistanis

Pakistan and India have fought three wars and countless skirmishes, but their peoples are united by love for a cooling 115-year-old pink libation with a secret recipe.

1 year ago
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Stingy Swedes? Viral tale spotlights Swedish cultural quirk

The #Swedengate debate originated on a discussion forum on social media site Reddit, where a question about people's weirdest experiences of a different culture yielded the following reply:

1 year ago
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Five hidden coffee houses to loiter at in Surabaya

Surabaya's coffee houses are a melting pot of history, culture and stories from all over the world. Take the road less traveled, and find some of the city's finest places for a cup of joe.  

1 year ago
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Diverse & affordable: Four top eateries in Singapore

Singapore offers a vibrant culinary scene that diners will most definitely want to experience.

1 year ago
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Twenties: 20 places to go for meat lovers in Jakarta

New steakhouses are constantly popping up around Jakarta adding to the list of restaurants that cater to any carnivorous urges a diner might have, with a wide choice of concepts and various price ranges.

1 year ago
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Stockholm Syndrome fixes a plate of Swedish charm for the Rainy City

Stockholm Syndrome makes a splash among Bogor City's catena of trendy cafes thanks to its founders' life journeys and the cafe's palatable offerings from the north.

1 year ago
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Paris Sorbet offers a French oasis and a sweet-tooth haven

Founded by two adventurous Les Français, Paris Sorbet's cool and syrupy delights have stood the test of the pandemic thanks to the cafe's indelible take on French cuisine, cocktails and desserts

1 year ago
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Five cool Bogor cafés to try on your weekend getaway

Time to find out why the “rainy city” is now considered the city of cafés.

1 year ago
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McDonald's to exit Russia, sell business in country

American fast-food giant McDonald said Monday it will exit Russia in the wake of the Ukraine invasion.

1 year ago
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'Unique in the world': France's Dijon opens gastronomy complex

Devotees of French food and wine can flock to a new temple following the opening of a gastronomy and wine complex in the capital of France's central Burgundy region, Dijon.

2 years ago
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Five alternative Lebaran dishes from around Indonesia

Let’s look beyond ketupat and opor ayam -- those two dishes universally associated with Indonesian Idul Fitri celebrations. Across the archipelago, fantastic culinary delights abound.

2 years ago
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At South Korea's fried chicken diners, palm oil squeeze feeds inflation fears

But now, Mr Lee says, Indonesia's cooking oil export ban and its costly squeeze on prices have been the last straw: he expects to follow larger chains of South Korea's ubiquitous "chimaek" fried chicken-and-beer outlets that are raising prices, even if he risks losing customers.

2 years ago
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Twenties: 20 traditional dishes Indonesian mothers serve for Idul Fitri

Opor ayam, rendang, soto banjar and more — these are 20 traditional Indonesian dishes that most Indonesian mothers would only cook for special occasions, like Idul Fitri.

2 years ago
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Leading boba drink brand Xing Fu Tang officially certified halal

One of Indonesia’s most popular boba drink brands Xing Fu Tang finally received its halal certification on Tuesday from the Indonesian Ulema Council Food and Drug Analysis Agency (LPPOM MUI) and Halal Certification Agency (BPJPH).

2 years ago
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Iftar with authentic Japanese dishes at Edogin

Break the fast with delicious all-you-can-eat teppanyaki food and more amid a strict health protocol at Edogin, Central Jakarta.

2 years ago