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.

Indonesia Coffee Expo Jakarta 2026 brought together more than 115 coffee brands, industry professionals, baristas, communities, and consumers at JICC Senayan from September 4–6.

Noku Japanese Resto has opened in Sanur, Bali, offering an interactive Japanese dining experience with robata-grilled dishes, sushi, sashimi, and contemporary izakaya-style plates.

Hyatt Regency Bali has refreshed its Beach BBQ in Sanur with Nusantara and Island Fire & Surf themes, live cooking stations, grilled seafood, and Indonesian-inspired dishes every Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Sudirman Hall has opened at Sequis Tower in Jakarta, introducing a new multi-purpose venue with a dedicated Chef’s Lounge for private dining, tastings, chef collaborations, and bespoke culinary events.