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Food

Roemah Koffie celebrates Indonesian culture; launches new Koffie Tins at World of Coffee

Indonesian premium coffee brand, Roemah Koffie is steadfast in its commitment to introduce the richness of Indonesian coffee, both in terms of its flavors, and its cultural significance. This is best represented by their most recent innovation, Roemah Koffie’s Koffie Tins. A premium line of Indonesian coffee beans packaged in exclusive cans inspired by local culture, first introduced at the World of Coffee (WOC) 2025 event in Jakarta International Convention Center.

2 weeks ago
Food premium

How food influencers shape culinary trends in Indonesia

From genuine, unpaid reviews to clever marketing tactics, food vloggers have painted the culinary landscape of the country, offering not just insightful responses but also vibrant recommendations to gastronomic explorers.

2 months ago
Food

RE:HARVEST and partners transforms food waste into Sustainable Opportunity

South Korean start-up RE:HARVEST, in collaboration with P4G (Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals), ASEIC (ASEM SMEs Eco-Innovation Center) and leading beverage producer PT Multi Bintang Indonesia Tbk, hosted a Food Upcycling Seminar on Feb. 14-15 in Menteng, Central Jakarta, with an aim to advance sustainable food practices and reduce food waste.

3 months ago

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UK royal wedding cake to be made by London-based California baker

Britain's Prince Harry and his fiancee Meghan Markle have chosen an east London bakery to make a lemon elderflower cake for their wedding in May, his office said on Tuesday.

7 years ago
Food

Au revoir, baguette! France goes burger-mad

Baguette lovers may be horrified to learn that in 2017, for the first time ever, hamburger sales were higher in France than the classic jambon-beurre sandwich.

7 years ago
Food

Three bars to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Jakarta

Celebrate Paddy’s day with beers, oversized burgers and live music.

7 years ago
Food

Canada prof's 4th-century beer a classic

A professor in Canada has teamed up with a brewing company to recreate a fourth-century beer to learn how it was made in the ancient world.

7 years ago
Food

Truffle-addicted Kuwaitis flock to specialty souk

White or beige, but never black, the "desert truffle" is a rare delicacy with a dedicated marketplace in Kuwait, where remnants of the Iraqi invasion and changing weather patterns have decimated local production.

7 years ago
Food

Pinot noir, from Burgundy to Oregon

Winemakers from Burgundy are coming to Oregon, as the state grabbed recognition worldwide for producing some of the nicest pinot noir in the world.

7 years ago
Food

Hashida Project Evolution: An affluent tastemaker's bucket list entry

It’s time to enjoy intimate service in food and fashion.

7 years ago
Food

Keeping Betawi cuisine alive

As a native Betawi, Fachrul Zain felt a responsibility to keep his roots alive.  

7 years ago
Food

Mexican regional cuisine drives booming food scene

Sure, every foodie loves tacos and enchiladas. But what about lesser-known Mexican classics like cochinita pibil, the impossibly flavorful, slow-roasted pork dish from the Yucatan peninsula? 

7 years ago
Food

Nando's leads charge to recognise S.African names

Seeing the names of loved ones flagged as spelling mistakes with jagged red lines under them will be a familiar experience for many people around the world.

7 years ago
Food

Lafleur optimistic on 2017 vintage after surviving April's frost

Chateau Lafleur, a Pomerol vineyard whose top wines sell for more than $1,000 a bottle, is optimistic about its 2017 vintage, having survived two nights of frost in April using paraffin candles and fans even as many grapes across Bordeaux were destroyed by the cold.

7 years ago
Food

Indonesian cafe attracts coffee lovers in Abu Dhabi

A cafe that sells Indonesian coffee has opened its doors at a mall in Abu Dhabi.

7 years ago
Food

Coca-Cola to launch its first alcoholic drink in Japan

Coca-Cola plans to launch its first ever alcoholic drink in Japan, in a suprising departure for a US company identified with cola and other non-alcoholic beverages.

7 years ago
Food

Here’s how Google almost destroyed the Zagat restaurant guide

It’s hard to imagine anyone could make the name Zagat obsolete in the world of restaurant news. Yet Google almost pulled it off in just under seven years.

7 years ago
Food

Japanese culinary event 'celebrates' red sea bream

Red sea bream, called tai in Japanese, is a species of fish that can be found in the waters of Japan, except around Hokkaido and Okinawa.

7 years ago
Food

YG Entertainment opens dining facility in Jeju Shinhwa World

YG Entertainment on Sunday opened its restaurant complex YG Republique at Jeju Shinhwa World, an integrated resort complex on Jeju Island. 

7 years ago
Food

Starbucks campaign endorses Sumatran coffee farmers

Starbucks Indonesia introduced on Tuesday the Art in a Cup campaign.

7 years ago
Food

Three cuts of aged beef to watch out for

The secrets to lesser known flavorful cuts of beef, revealed.

7 years ago
Food

Foolproof tips for cooking pad thai like a pro

Pad thai is among the most popular Thai street foods.

7 years ago
Food

Zagat on menu for restaurant review site Infatuation

Restaurant review new-comer The Infatuation announced Monday a deal to buy veteran Zagat from Google for an undisclosed amount.

7 years ago
Food

Healthy food from The Bale Restaurant, Lembang

North Bandung is famous for its gorgeous mountain views and cool climate, but its culinary side is not be scoffed at either.

7 years ago
Food

Diageo introduces ‘Jane Walker’ scotch in bid to attract women

Johnnie Walker is rolling out a female version of its iconic logo, an attempt to draw more women to the world’s best-selling scotch and acknowledge a broader push toward gender equality.

7 years ago
Food

What are the benefits of eating quinoa?

Peru’s famous grain, quinoa, is currently in the spotlight following news that Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak had switched from locally grown rice to quinoa.

7 years ago
Food

These are the restaurants top chefs pick when dining in London

Restaurateurs tend to dine out a lot, but not always for pleasure.

7 years ago
Food

French crémants are a delicious, sparkling champagne alternative

Made by the same method as champagne, French crémants are the latest buzz-grabbers in the expanding bubbly universe—and a wise choice if you’re looking to move on from boring prosecco.

7 years ago
Food

Four must-try coffee shops in Bali

Coffee shops are mushrooming across Bali, offering a unique variety of beans to become part of the island’s must-try attractions.

7 years ago
Food

What to know when cooking Japanese food at home

Japanese restaurants can easily be found across the capital, but cooking the food yourself at home is a wholly unique experience.

7 years ago
Food

Kaum Jakarta named capital's restaurant of the year

Kaum Jakarta restaurant in Central Jakarta has been named Restaurant of the Year at the inaugural Jakarta’s Best Eats Awards.

7 years ago
Food

Forget Italy, your next high-end truffle is coming from Greece

So you’re dining at a fancy restaurant and choose to splurge on some truffles to top off your repast.

7 years ago
Food

KFC counts its chickens as UK stores slowly reopen

Less than a third of KFC's outlets in Britain remained shut Wednesday afternoon, following a supply crisis that closed hundreds of its restaurants and left customers struggling to find their deep-fried chicken fix.

7 years ago