SEMAJA, the modern Indonesian restaurant under ISMAYA Group, recently held an exclusive dining experience co-hosted with Jakarta Dessert Week, taking place at its Menteng home.
The collaboration brought together Jakarta Dessert Week and ISMAYA Group for an afternoon that reimagines familiar Indonesian sweets through a refined, contemporary lens. At its centre is Es Doger Elevated — a modern reinterpretation of the beloved Indonesian classic, dressed up with unexpected textures and a plated finish that turns a nostalgic street favourite into a composed dessert course.
The event also marked a first taste of Treasure of the Land, SEMAJA’s new menu celebrating the depth and diversity of Indonesian flavours through modern techniques. It followed the restaurant’s ongoing exploration of the archipelago’s culinary heritage, extending SEMAJA’s signature approach of honouring traditional tastes while presenting them with fresh, modern finesse.
More than a tasting, the afternoon was an invitation to experience how Indonesia’s rich dessert culture and regional flavours can be elevated — a shared culinary journey between two names that celebrate the country’s evolving food scene.
The SEMAJA x Jakarta Dessert Week experience took place on Wednesday, the 2nd of September 2026, from 3 PM onwards, at SEMAJA, Jl. Gereja Theresia No. 41, Gondangdia, Menteng, Central Jakarta. Follow @semaja_id for details.