By Aulia R. Sungkar (Ollie). Originally published in The Jakarta Post Various coffee cultures and hangouts are a boon to the rising generation of coffee drinkers across the archipelago. Coffee was not a species found in Indonesia until in the early 17th century when Dutch tradesmen brought Arabica coffee plants to the country. With time, Indonesia has turned not only into being one of the largest coffee producers in the world, but the country's rich diversity has also given birth to … [Read more...]
Palatable Pairing
An adventure of flavors where the world’s finest selections go well with certain foods makes for a tempting teatime. Sipping a cup of tea after a long tiring day indeed helps us to relax, and it is also beneficial for our health. At a TWG Tea Salon & Boutique, the menu lists over 800 teas from the world’s tea producing countries, to suit everyone’s taste. Not only are their teas selected from fine harvests and exquisite blends, but many of their teas also pair well with food. “Tea … [Read more...]
Flavorful French
Two Michelin-star guest Chef Stéphane Buron showcased his signature set menus in Jakarta. While every French region is proud of its cuisine, Stéphane Buron has turned his innovative culinary approach from his corner of the Alps into a special taste of France. Buron is the winner of “Meilleiur Ouvrier de France 2004” and “Trophy of Gastronomy” as “Best Chef of the Year 2013”. His very own secret recipes have enabled the multi-award winning chef to maintain his two Michelin-star status at … [Read more...]
A genuine taste of Italian at Pesto Autentico
Text and photos by Aulia R. Sungkar. Published in The Jakarta Post on June 19, 2014. An upscale Jakarta restaurant woos guests with authentic Italian fare and nostalgic but trendy charm. Nestled strategically in Central Jakarta’s business hub, Pesto Autentico’s unique interior design resembles a snug Italian neighborhood. The dimly lit space – popular among young executives and expatriates – features large wooden tables surrounded by wooden chairs in some areas, with several banquettes for … [Read more...]
Pullman Jakarta opens four-in-one dining venue
By Aulia R. Sungkar. Originally published in The Jakarta Post on March 10, 2014 A four-in-one dining venue is the latest concept brought to you by the Pullman Jakarta, a welcomed addition to the city's booming restaurant scene. Literally meaning 'Here and There', Sana Sini is the hotel's newest F&B establishment that consists of four mini restaurants offering a buffet for lunch and dinner. As guests walk in the venue, they will be taken into a dining experience in which … [Read more...]
New Glenfiddich to mark 125 years
Famous for its single malt Scotch whisky, Glenfiddich unveils the Glenfiddich Anniversary Vintage, an exclusive 25-year old expression with only 286 bottles to be released. Distilled on Christmas Day 1987, as part of the single malt’s centenary celebrations, this special release marks 125 years of pioneering whisky making at The Glenfiddich Distillery. It was selected on Christmas Day 2012, the distillery’s 125th anniversary, by its founder William Grant’s great-great grandson, Peter Gordon … [Read more...]
Matua
A love affair with New Zealand wines is just a beginning in Asia. Matua, the producer of New Zealand’s first Sauvignon Blanc keeps hitting the road, as this New Zealand’s Wine Producer of the Year is now expanding its footprint to the region. And Indonesia is no exception. Speaking from one of Matua’s vineyards outside of Auckland, Matua winemaker, Greg Rowdon, said he’s thrilled to see Matua expanding it markets in Asia, including Indonesia. He says, “When you taste a Matua wine, you … [Read more...]
Beer+Meat Festival = #beergasmbali
Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran will hold a four-day Beer and Meat Festival at the Smoqee Sky Bar every Saturday starting from October 19 all the way until November 9 “We are excited to introduce the Beer & Meat Festival or as we call it #beergasmbali for the first time in Jimbaran, drawing people’s root of beer lovers and also getting them to enjoy entertainment with a band and DJ playing. It is something different, never done before. It cannot be missed! The party will continue afterwards at … [Read more...]
A Celebration of Hairy Crab
InterContinental Kuala Lumpur's signature Chinese restaurant Tao is honoring its commitment to sourcing the finest seasonal produce in the region to create memorable and authentic dining experiences, with a menu celebrating one of China's favourite autumnal delicacies, Hairy Crab, this October 7 to 31. Offering guests a true taste of freshwater luxury, Tao has sourced the shellfish from the banks of the Yang Cheng Lake near Shanghai - the most famous area of origin for the Chinese … [Read more...]
The Royal Twinings
The tenth generation of the British tea giant talks about the legacy of his family business that has contributed to the tea drinking as a culture of the British royal family. “It was in 1837 when the British royal family granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment to Twinings, and we have ever since continued inventing various types of tea blending. Despite the different blends, all of our teas are created to fit the taste of the queen,” Stephen Twining says adding, “Royal Warrant of Appointment … [Read more...]
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