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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.

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South Korean pastries and desserts find a sweet spot in Indonesia

In an enthusiastic and curious market for Korean culture, South Korean chefs are finding fertile ground for K-style pastries and desserts by keeping pace with trends and infusing them with a distinctly Korean sensibility. ...

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Six decades on: Sizzle, craft, repeat at Ruth’s Chris

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Ramadhan recipe: The Dharmawangsa Jakarta's 'nasi goreng kambing'

Nasi goreng kambing (lamb fried rice) is among the most popular versions of fried rice in Indonesia. The Dharmawangsa Jakarta’s junior sous chef, Wahyudin, is giving it a twist by adding aromatic fried shallots and curry powder.

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Gordon Ramsay, who trained under Albert Roux, Marco Pierre White and Guy Savoy, is famous for his foul-mouthed rants on numerous hit TV shows including "Hell's Kitchen," and his acerbic comments have landed him in hot water on several occasions.
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'F' as in 'food': Chef Gordon Ramsay's tips for dining out

Avoid the specials, be suspicious of outlandish boasts and prepare to haggle for your wine: three golden rules for a heightened dining experience, as newly revealed by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.

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Plataran Menteng's interior.
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Jakpost guide to iftar: Menteng

After a long day of fasting, iftar (breaking the fast meal at dusk) is the most anticipated time of the day for Muslims.

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Pizza piezza by Ahmad Gozali, chef de cuisine at Sapori Deli, Fairmont Jakarta hotel.
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Ramadhan recipe: Fairmont Jakarta's pizza piezza

Pizza piezza is the brainchild of Ahmad Gozali, chef de cuisine at Sapori Deli restaurant in Fairmont Jakarta hotel.

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Dadar gulung by Arcad Fadillah, chef de cuisine at Spectrum restaurant at the Fairmont Jakarta hotel.
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Ramadhan recipe: Fairmont Jakarta's 'dadar gulung'

The holy month of Ramadhan is just around the corner. Muslims all around the world will be fasting for the whole month.

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Special laksa by Arcad Fadillah, chef de cuisine at Spectrum restaurant at the Fairmont Jakarta hotel.
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Ramadhan recipe: Fairmont Jakarta's special laksa

Those looking for a hearty iftar (breaking-of-the-fast meal) may want to cook this special laksa created by Arcad Fadillah, chef de cuisine at Spectrum restaurant at the Fairmont Jakarta hotel.

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Drink up: A waiter pours Chilean wine, one of the world’s best.
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Italian-Chilean pairing in Malang

Italian cuisine was perfectly paired with wine from Chile during a dinner in Malang, East Java.

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The Nutella Cafe Chicago will be the first official restaurant to be operated by Ferrero, Nutella’s parent company.
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Cafe dedicated to Nutella opens in the US

Nutella fans, pack your bags and don’t forget the extra spoons, because a Nutella cafe is opening up in Chicago just in time for summer. 

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Humane Society International activist Peter Li holds a protest banner near the Yulin government office in Beijing on June 10, 2016. A group of Chinese and international animal activists presented a petition signed by 11 million people calling on authorities to end the annual Yulin dog meat festival. The activists claim thousands of dogs, many of the them stolen from pet owners, are slaughtered each year for the festival, which begins in the southern city of Yulin on June 21.
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Talk of China dog meat festival ban all bark, no bite: restaurants

Animal rights groups say dog meat has been banned at a controversial festival in China, but local restaurants claim they haven't heard anything about the purported prohibition.

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A new wave of innovative chefs like Dede Akbar are putting a modern spin on Indonesia’s traditional fare.
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Fancy a noodle burger? East meets West in Indonesian fusion food

From a restaurant serving burgers and pizzas made with local noodles to a social media star giving street food a touch of haute cuisine, a new wave of innovative chefs are putting a modern twist on Indonesia's traditional fare.

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Researchers involved found that the chemical isosaponarin taken from the leaves of the wasabi plant could awaken papilla cells in the human scalp.
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Wasabi found to be good for hair growth

While wasabi makes a fine addition to Japanese cuisine, a recent discovery states that the pungent sushi condiment is able to regrow hair.

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French chef Alain Passard.
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Paris restaurant serving gourmet vegetables named Europe’s best

Paris restaurant Arpege, best known for giving vegetables the starring role on its menu, has been named the best dining destination in Europe in a restaurant ranking headed by a man who’s been called the “king of food bloggers”—and whose claim to fame includes having discovered the group Run-DMC.

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The barista-slash-artist calls his creations “Cremart.” Kangbin’s art uses bright colors for his renditions of Van Gogh’s “The Starry Night” and Beauty and the Beast, to name a few.
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Would you want a Van Gogh art with your latte?

Latte art is such a guilty pleasure for many. From simple floral designs to streetwear-inspired ones, we love seeing it and taking a photo of it before drinking. Meanwhile, Korean artist Kangbi Lee took it to another level by creating latte art that looks like liquid paintings.

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16-year-old Carter Wilkerson started his Twitter challenge on April 5 when he asked Wendy’s fast food chain how many retweets he would need to receive a year’s supply of nuggets for free.
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US teen breaks internet record, spurred by love of nuggets

An American teenager has broken the world record for the most retweets, in a crusade to win a year’s supply of his favorite food: chicken nuggets.

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According to CBS news, local corporation Norrebro Bryghus is using the unconventional liquid in their malting process by fertilizing the traditional barley grain with human urine.
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Beer made from human urine being brewed in Denmark

Due to its yellowish color and strong odor, beer has oftentimes been likened in jest to urine.

8 years ago
British chef Jamie Oliver attends a session on the second day of the World Economic Forum, on January 18, 2017 in Davos, Switzerland. Oliver is due to open a restaurant serving Italian cuisine in the currently popular tourist destination of Reykjavik, on June 17, a national holiday.
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Jamie Oliver sparks fish fuss in Iceland

"What a view!!" Britain's celebrity chef Jamie Oliver exclaimed under a photo he posted on Facebook of a salmon farming cage nestled in a snowy fjord.  

8 years ago
"Liwetan" or "bancakan" features rice and an assortment of dishes, including fried chicken, fried salted fish, hard-boiled salted eggs and vegetables, served on top of a banana leaf spread.
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Introducing the new communal dining style 'liwetan'

Lately, there has been a new local food trend appearing on Instagram called liwetan or bancakan.

8 years ago
The Harmony Restaurant, an establishment in Hotel Santika Premiere Slipi held the Indonesian culinary event “Selera Nusantara” on April 28, celebrating the rich variety of Indonesian traditional dishes.
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The Harmony Restaurant celebrates Indonesian cuisine with 'Selera Nusantara' event

The Harmony Restaurant, an establishment in Hotel Santika Premiere Slipi held an Indonesian culinary event entitled “Selera Nusantara” on April 28, celebrating the rich variety of authentic Indonesian traditional dishes.

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Television personality and chef Gordon Ramsay poses at the Gordon Ramsay Burger booth at the 11th annual Vegas Uncork'd by Bon Appetit Grand Tasting event at Caesars Palace on April 28 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Gordon Ramsay to open first Hell's Kitchen restaurant in Las Vegas

Gordon Ramsay will be bringing his TV series "Hell's Kitchen" to life in a sprawling new restaurant set to open at Caesars Palace Las Vegas this winter. 

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Utensils in Suwe Ora Jamu's jamu brewing class.
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Traditional beverage-inspired mixology classes: The new urbanite trend

Here are two places where you can actually learn how to brew or mix your own traditional beverages.

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Margaret River area, Australia
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9 taste bud treats and unique destinations near Australia’s Margaret River

From fantastic wineries and hidden gems to restaurants serving locally-sourced food, this is your guide to exploring the charming Margaret River region.

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The European Union has reportedly officially recognized Gayo Arabica coffee as a trademark.
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Gayo Arabica coffee recognized by EU as collective trademark

Gayo Arabica coffee has officially been recognized by the European Union (EU) as a trademark following the issuance of the coffee's collective trademark registration certificate.

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Jason Williams, the bar's gin master, is dwarfed by the three-story gin tower.
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Secrets of the world’s biggest gin collection

Singapore’s Atlas bar is housed in a 7,400 square foot Art Deco space and aims to rival Raffles, thanks to a world-class gin menu.

8 years ago
Colorful: Salted pickles presented by Mintaragen subdistrict.
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Discovering Tegal's hidden cuisine

Most people generally associate Tegal with warteg or warung Tegal (Tegal food stalls) and sate kambing (grilled skewered lamb). However, spend a day or two to try some other popular local dishes and soon you will find yourselves trying to extend the vacation.

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Be also aware that the milk and sugar you put in your coffee contributes to your inconsistent energy levels.
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What snacks are causing your energy slump?

You reach for your chosen go-to drink or snack, only for it to make you crash later or keep you up when you hit the hay.

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Yellow Valley trained a local housewife who had never had a job before, Qing Qing, to be its resident cheesemaker.
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Return of the cheese man

When I first encountered the cumin-flavored variety of Marc de Ruiter's Gouda, I suspected he was making cheese "with Chinese characteristics".

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Kedai Ucok Durian Jakarta offers a wide array of durian variations, including peeled durian, durian pancakes, durian juice, durian ice cream and durian sambal.
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Famous Medan durian outlet to indulge fruit's lovers in Jakarta

Lovers of durian in Jakarta may rejoice as Ucok Durian Medan is now available on Jl. Lebak Bulus II in South Jakarta.

8 years ago
Hooters Jakarta opened its first restaurant in Kemang, South Jakarta, on March 24.
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Newly opened Hooters Jakarta boasts family-friendly sports bar concept

American restaurant chain Hooters, known for its sexy waitresses, officially opened its first outlet in Kemang, South Jakarta, on March 24.

8 years ago
Offering various types of healthy food and drink, like salads, smoothie bowls and fresh juices, Salad Bar is one of Jakarta’s finest green cafés.
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These salads are more than just your usual appetizer

Those interested in enjoying their salad in an elegant way, below are recommended places where you can enjoy full-portion, green-leaf salads that have a certain level of originality and are made to order.

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Hanging out with friends while sipping your favorite cup of coffee during the rainy season is comforting.
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Five coffee shops to spend the rainy season in

Here are some places to head to if you’ve been looking for coffee to sip while keeping dry.

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