The Measure of a Cocktail City
Four bars made the Top 50, but Jakarta’s biggest achievement lies in the drinking culture that made those wins possible.
Four bars made the Top 50, but Jakarta’s biggest achievement lies in the drinking culture that made those wins possible.
Tucked in Surabaya’s Darmo neighbourhood, ARPO is built around a deceptively simple idea — food that feels like home, executed with the kind of care that only reveals itself the more you pay attention.
Charcoal, binchotan, wood — the fuel beneath a grill is not a footnote. It determines everything that ends up on the plate.
As the Michelin Guide highlights global food trends for 2025, Jakarta’s dining scene is shaping its own take from fire-grilled flavors, to bold ingredient pairings.
Sweet, acid, and heat aren’t just flavors—they’re the secret language of food. But why do they work so well together, and what makes them essential in Indonesian cuisine?
Celebrate Lunar New Year in style at these Jakarta and Bali hotels, featuring traditional dishes like Peking Duck and Yee Shang, along with special afternoon teas.
Is it the banana leaves, the bamboo, or the tradition behind them that makes wrapped rice dishes so unique?
How did rice become the heart of Indonesian cuisine and a staple of every meal?
A recommendation from our chefs and foodie friends for you to enjoy you culinary experience in 2025. They also hinting at some awesome new projects and restaurant openings that you won’t want to miss.