Suasanakopi made its debut in October 2017 with the Grab & Go approach. With Panji Aditya as the founder and Firman Aldianto as the co-founder, they believe that Suasanakopi can bring positive energy through a cup of coffee.
Hi! Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your day-to-day activities?Firman: Hello, I’m Firman Aldianto. I’m the co-founder and the Chief Creative Officer of Suasanakopi.
Panji: Hi, I’m Panji, 30 years old. My day-to-day activities run around as an F&B entrepreneur for my coffee shop.
What do you like the most about your job?
Firman: I really love my job. I get to do many creative things every day; some are strategizing, visual directing, and others.
Panji: I love interacting with people, which I usually do at our coffee shop.
What is the most unforgettable food experience you have ever had?
Firman: The Herring sandwich I ate when I was in Amsterdam.
Panji: When I tried Ayam Goreng Bu Toha in Salatiga.
What usually attracts you to visit a place to eat?
Firman: Certain things, like word of mouth and the place’s vibes, usually would attract me to visit a place.
Panji: Recommendation from people. For example, if I’m out of town, I would search for the local’s recommendation on where to eat.
What is your most recent dining destination that left a good impression? Can you share with us your favorite menu from that place?
Firman: Zapoli Pizzeria, their calzone is the best! Two Hands Full for their unique Cappuccino.
Panji: HTP Seafood in Bali! Everything on their menu is perfect.
Do you have any go-to venues for hanging out with friends or maybe for special occasions with family?
Firman: We love to go to Dailah Restaurant in Bandung for family occasions.
Panji: I usually go to Mediterranea restaurant in Yogyakarta.
What are your favorite local dishes, and where do you go to eat them?
Firman: Mie Aceh, at Mie Aceh Jaly Jaly.
Panji: Mie aceh, Sate padang, and any kinds of Soto.
Is there any food you can eat every day without getting bored?
Firman: Sate Padang, Mie Aceh, and Corn Fritters (Bakwan Jagung).
Panji: Nasi Padang!
Where are your top three dining places always on your favorite list?
Firman: Two Hands Full in Bandung, Dailah Restaurant in Bandung, and Zapoli Pizzeria in Jakarta.
Panji: Ayam Goreng Pak Supar in Semarang, Mediterania Restaurant in Yogyakarta, and HTP Seafood Bali.
What type of food have you enjoyed recently?
Firman: Noodles!
Panji: Steak.
What kind of drinks do you usually have after a long day?
Firman: Water.
Panji: Beer.
What drinks do you usually have to start your day?
Firman: Coffee
Panji: Coffee
In the past few years, we have seen a lot of unique food trends; which food trends do you like the most, and where do you usually get them?
Firman: Bakmie and Noodles.
Panji: Sandwich.
What is your usual coffee order?
Firman: Cappuccino.
Panji: Americano.
What is the menu you like the most from Suasana Kopi?
Firman: Kopi susu Aroma Dia Creamy Hot.
Panji: I love both the food and drinks menu.
What can we expect from Suasana Kopi for the upcoming end-of-the-year festivities?
Firman: We are planning for more exciting menu and an upcoming big campaign and collaboration.
Panji: Please anticipate our new product, Berrycano. And more special menu and collaboration.
