From 21 to 27 September 2026, bartenders from London, Edinburgh, and across Asia will take over 18 venues in nine markets, with proceeds from participating venues going to charitable partner Slow Food.

Oktoberfest Jakarta returns to Paulaner Bräuhaus from September 29 to October 3, bringing Bavarian food, freshly brewed Paulaner Oktoberfestbier, live music, and traditional festivities to the city.

Executive Chef Kenji Yamanaka of The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka will bring the coastal flavors of Kyushu to Bel Étage in Jakarta from September 18 to 20, with a seafood dinner and weekend brunch.

The Langham, Jakarta marks its fifth anniversary with a month-long programme of guest chef collaborations, bar takeovers, dining experiences, and wellness offerings from September 3 to October 1, 2026.

Takuma Watanabe, Co-Founder and Beverage Director of New York cocktail bar Martiny’s, has been named the winner of the Altos Bartenders’ Bartender Award 2026, voted for by bartenders featured on The 50 Best Bars list.

Bejana by Petty Elliott at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali will host a wine dinner with Sababay Winery on September 18, pairing a multi-course Indonesian menu with wines produced in Bali.