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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. ...
6 days ago
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Six decades on: Sizzle, craft, repeat at Ruth’s Chris
Turning 60, the steakhouse launches an anniversary menu in Asia that reflects its New Orleans lineage and long-standing commitment to consistency. ...
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Five tasty 'gado-gado' lunch joints
Here are five gado-gado places that you should try.
8 years ago
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Dos and don'ts for fine dining from top hospitality, culinary figures
Six of Indonesia's top food and beverage and hospitality figures share their essential rules for eating in a restaurant.
8 years ago
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Four new eateries to check out in Bali
Visiting Bali is always a good idea. In addition to its culture and beautiful landscapes, the island’s dining scene is also interesting to explore.
8 years ago
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Five must-visit 'warungs' on Jl. Sabang
The following are five must-visit warungs on Jl. Sabang.
8 years ago
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Where in the world to feast for Chinese New Year
Here are some great restaurants to welcome the new year.
8 years ago
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A contemporary tribute to a wine legacy
As a tribute to their most influential wine maker, Max Schubert, Penfolds has held an opening for its new collection of modern and contemporary wines in town.
8 years ago
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Royal 'gudeg' recipe attracts many in South Jakarta
Who knew that the best gudeg (unripe jackfruit stew) joint in Jakarta can be found in Gandaria?
8 years ago
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Digging the meaning of Chinese New Year cuisine
While the ambiance of Chinese New Year feels strong as we enjoy barongsai ( lion) dances or enter the city’s brightly decorated shopping malls, the warm, intimate celebration of the festivity actually happens at the dining table.
8 years ago
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Where to find a mouth-watering 'sate Padang' dinner in South Jakarta
Located not far from 7/11 Radio Dalam, Sate Padang Salero Ajo is typically packed with customers as the afternoon makes way for the evening.
8 years ago
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Getting to know the local crispy pancake 'kue ape'
Jakarta is home to a multitude of snacks that are worth a try. Besides the popular kerak telor (spicy omelette), there is also kue ape (soft-centered crispy pancake).
8 years ago
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8 Chinese New Year dishes and their meaning
Culinary expert William Wongso, as reported by kompas.com, says the foods that are served during Chinese New Year celebrations have to represent various elements, such as aquatic and two-legged and four-legged terrestrial animals. Below are some of examples.
8 years ago
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Queuing for a bowl of hot 'bakwan Malang' in East Jakarta
When I popped by on a Sunday afternoon, Bakso Bakwan Malang Cak Su Kumis Rawamangun was crammed with punters having lunch, while a long snaking queue had formed in front of the counter where customers could choose various fritters and steamed treats.
8 years ago
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Celebrate year of the rooster at these modern Chinese restaurants
Chinese New Year is one of the most-celebrated events for the ethnic-Chinese community in Indonesia. To welcome the occasion, Jakarta's modern Chinese restaurants have geared up with several promotions.
8 years ago
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Four of Jakarta's legendary Chinese eateries for reunion dinners
A reunion dinner is an important occasion for Chinese families. Held on the eve of Chinese New Year, the dinner is mandatory for all family members, as it may be the only annual gathering opportunity.
8 years ago
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Restaurant presents live penguins as part of conservation program
First opened on Dec. 28 last year, Pingoo restaurant in Neo Soho shopping mall, West Jakarta, caught the public’s attention due to the appearance of live penguins inside the eatery's aquarium display.
8 years ago
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A sushi master’s five simple rules for not embarrassing yourself
If there’s one type of restaurant where rules matter, it’s a sushi bar.
8 years ago
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Bakmi Villa: A simple yet nostalgic meal
Cinere is renowned not only for being a cozy place to live filled with trees and greenery but also for its many fine restaurants. Among them is Bakmi Villa – a no-frills bakmi (noodles) joint found within the Villa Cinere Mas housing area.
8 years ago
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Sandwich gains popularity among the capital's hipsters
Where would you find a good sloppy joe sandwich in Jakarta?
8 years ago
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Enjoying a bowl of Makassar's local treat, 'sup konro'
“Sop Konro Bawakaraeng! It might not be a familiar name to visitors, but the locals consider its sup konro the best in Makassar”, my local driver explained when I asked him for the best place in town for a bowl of sup konro.
8 years ago
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Culinary center ‘Lapo’ in Senayan to close down
A traditional culinary center popularly known as “Lapo”, which means “eateries" in the Batak language, on Jl. Lapangan Tembak Senayan, South Jakarta, will cease operations soon.
8 years ago
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A unique take on 'martabak telur' in Central Jakarta
In general, martabak telur (stuffed fried pancake) is consumed with a watery dark-colored vinegar sauce mixed with slices of cucumber and bird’s eye chili. However, I chanced upon a rather different variation of this delicacy when I popped by Martabak Kari H. Abdoel Razak in Cideng on Jl. Biak, Central Jakarta.
8 years ago
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5 perfect traditional snacks for a get-together
Here are five traditional Indonesian cakes that would be ideal for an afternoon snack with family and friends, which you can find in Jakarta and beyond.
8 years ago
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Forget dry or dirty, a '50/50' is the martini of the moment
For a drink with only two ingredients, the martini inspires a disproportional level of disagreement.
8 years ago
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A delicate 'soto ceker' to end the night
Jakartans from all walks of life should be more than familiar with Soto Ceker Pak Gendut. Most people come here because it is open until the wee hours—from 6 p.m. until 3 a.m. The opportunity to sample a warm and flavorful soup at midnight is a temptation that is simply too difficult to resist, which explains why this place gets even more crowded after the sun checks out for the day.
8 years ago
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Tasty 'nasi uduk' is talk of town
Not long ago, my culinary adventures took me to Pasar Baru, which is home to one of the most popular nasi uduk places in town: Nasi Uduk Kota Intan.
8 years ago
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South Kalimantan village home to Indonesia's hottest chili
A village in Tapin regency, South Kalimantan, is now home to the hottest chili in the country.
8 years ago
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Whiskey-infused coffee is real and you can order it online
If you’ve ever wondered what whiskey tastes like with some coffee, Jack Daniel’s is one step ahead of you with this whiskey-infused coffee.
8 years ago
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Seven 'bubur ayam' joints to warm your tummy at night
Besides being a breakfast staple, bubur ayam is just as perfect as a meal after the sun setting—especially for those looking to eat something light. The following are seven bubur joints that we recommend you try at nighttime.
8 years ago
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Breakfast at the legendary 'bakmi karet' eatery
There are restaurants out there that require you to go the extra mile just to sample its food. One fine example is Bakmi Karet Krekot Pasar Baru.
8 years ago
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What is a hop-free beer? And why is it so delicious?
Time to get on board with gruits.
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- The Lantis makes heartbreak look cool
- CNN's future unclear as Trump applies pressure
- 2025 World Press Photo: Bearing witness to a troubled world
- 'Lupa Daratan': Life of a misunderstood actor
- A look inside Olafur Eliasson’s ‘Curious Journey’ at Jakarta’s MACAN
- South Korean pastries and desserts find a sweet spot in Indonesia
- Sumatra floods were 'extinction level' for rare orangutans
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- Trend vs. tradition: Matcha’s revival takes hold in Indonesia
- The Lantis makes heartbreak look cool
- CNN's future unclear as Trump applies pressure
- 2025 World Press Photo: Bearing witness to a troubled world
- 'Lupa Daratan': Life of a misunderstood actor
- A look inside Olafur Eliasson’s ‘Curious Journey’ at Jakarta’s MACAN
- South Korean pastries and desserts find a sweet spot in Indonesia
- Sumatra floods were 'extinction level' for rare orangutans
