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Jakarta foodies launch tour to explore hidden culinary gems along the MRT line
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Full bellies: Tour participants pose for a final group photo with the man behind the famous Gulai Tikungan street food stall in Blok M, South Jakarta. (JP/Erica Fransisca Thajeb)
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fter decades, Jakarta finally has its MRT system and what better way for passengers to wait for their trains to arrive than by indulging in the culinary treats that can be found dotted around the stations.
From Dukuh Atas to Lebak Bulus, there are plenty of scrumptious treats for food lovers to explore.
To celebrate the diverse and unique culinary spots scattered within close proximity of the route, Jakarta Food Traveler (JFT) founder Ira Lathief recently launched a tour called Exploring Culinary Sensations Along the MRT Line on Aug. 25.
During the maiden MRT culinary tour, Ira led a group of 17 people through the Dukuh Atas Tunnel toward a trendy, pop-inspired restaurant called Warung Mee.
The tour participants were eager to kick off their foody afternoon as they sat around a long table and ordered the restaurant’s signature instant noodle dishes.
One dish was instant noodles served with fried egg, sweet soy sauce-glazed sausages and peppery seasoning. Another variant, called Mee Salju, comprised instant noodles with fried egg and a dollop of hot chili sauce balanced with a cheesy broth. It was the perfect choice for those who enjoy the tongue-tingling sensations of a hot, spicy bowl of soup.
