Sax in the City: PT Java Festival Production
The Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival debuted in 2005, staging 146 shows which were visited by 47,500 festival-goers. Arguably the...
Lifestyle
Thoughtfully Tasty: C’ Sunday Brunch
In a city stuffed full of Sunday brunch options, C’s Steak and Seafood at the Grand Hyatt Jakarta appeals to...
The Kids Went Wild in Batavia
“The memory of things gone is important to a jazz musician.” – Louis Armstrong Joey Alexander’s nomination for two Grammy...
Italian Dalliance: GIA Jakarta
Our expert epicure continues an undercover operation to bring you the truth about Jakarta’s dining scene. No spoon is left...
Preserving the Balinese Language for Generations to Come
Language represents culture. In culturally rich Indonesia this is especially true; is an archipelago of over 17,000 islands with around...
Mama Says Relax
OK, I’ll admit it; I’ve been on a bit of a Will Meyrick-athon of late. He’s a busy guy, so...
Through the Grapevine: VIN+ Wine and Beyond
Middle class Indonesians are really starting to enjoy drinking wine, and this can be seen in the opening of many...
Jalan Jalan – A Novel of Indonesia
Mike Stoner Tuttle Publishing 2016 ISBN 978-0-8048-4629-5 The dozen or so books about Indonesia that I’ve reviewed, most for these...
Playing Nine Holes in Sanur
Away from the traffic and congestion of Kuta and Legian, Bali Beach’s nine-hole course is an oasis of beauty and...
CasCades of Flavour
CasCades enjoys an Ubud location so stupendously stunning, it is reason enough to visit the well-established fine-dining favourite. But Chef...
Lovepink: Fighting Breast Cancer Together
Lovepink is a breast cancer community supporting ‘warriors’ and ‘survivors’ in their battle. Through campaigns such as breast self-examinations (SADARI),...
What’ Up, Doc?
Bapaks in white coats continue to put the fear of God up Indonesia’s expats. “Doctor, Doctor, I’m at death’s door!”...
Passion for Beauty and Fashion: Meet Julhenry
Jules Henry, known in the industry as Julhenry, is the CEO and founder of Fauve Agency, a leader in model...
Shaping the Nation: Cosmetic Surgery in Indonesia
The demand for beauty treatments is increasing in Indonesia, as more and more dermatologists and general practitioners flourish in the...
Spice Up Your Life
Watch out, Indonesia – our expert epicure is on the move, recently roaming the archipelago incognito to bring you the...
Paisley Things: A New Beginning and Hope for Local Artisans
It’s about time to start your Christmas shopping, and you’re looking for one of a kind, local and handmade gifts,...
Right As Rain: Hujan Locale
Will Meyrick’s name is now almost synonymous with the emergent Indonesian dining scene, with an ever-growing list of restaurants and...
BAM! Tapas & Sake Bar
BAM! That’s a bit what it feels like to eat at this new Jakarta restaurant. You’re not quite sure whether...
#IndonesiaMakanSayur: Not Just a Hashtag
Indonesia Makan Sayur is a community that tries to raise awareness of the health benefits of eating plant-based foods. Through...
Meet Will Meyrick, the Street Food Chef
The seasoned traveller and street food chef of Mama San, Sarong, Hujan Locale, and the soon-to-open Tiger Palm brings an...
The Potato Head Story: Meet Eliot Sandiford
Eliot Sandiford is the Communications Director of Potato Head Family, the group behind the renowned Potato Head Beach Club in...