Stefan Thiele: The German Born Jazz Musician and General Manager of Double Doors
Meet Stefan Thiele. The German Born Jazz Musician and General Manager of Double Doors – One of the Few Venues in Jakarta that Hosts Jazz
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The New Fight Clubs
Getting your kicks from martial arts has never been easier as a wave of specialized gyms woo members seeking something a little different. At
Love, Sex, and Harmony: Bedtime Stories from the Heart of Java
Most of us have heard of India’s Kama Sutra and Tunisia’s Perfumed Garden. Every ancient agricultural society has its own celebration of fertility, sensual pleasure,
Cinema Driving Debate on Interfaith Marriage
As Indonesia develops, its people are becoming more transient. Jakarta is a melting pot of people of various religions and ethnicities from all around the
Indonesian Heritage Society
Located on the 17th floor of Sentral Senayan 1, a square office tower next to the Sogo side of Plaza Senayan, this rather dull and
I Want My Baby Back, Baby Back, Baby Back Ribs!
Welcome back to Alcoholics Bar & Grill. Those of you who have ventured into Alcoholics know, customers are heard and valued here. Chef Patrick listened
Joko: The Construction Worker
I am sure you have all noticed the huge shopping malls going up all over Jakarta in recent times. Behind the construction of these huge
West Papua Calling
Tourist excursions to Indonesia’s West Papua province are often dreamt about and rarely undertaken. Those who do head to Papua usually congregate in the Baliem
The Best Golf Lesson I’ve ever had!
One of the best lessons on the golf swing I’ve ever received was on a baseball field in Jakarta, and not the practice tee or
Maddy Saman: Owner of Angels and Devils
Angels & Devils is a shop where budding fashionistas can be found, where Angels are less than 10, Devils are older than 10. Maddy Saman
Left Side, Right Side
Well if you heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times before, as the saying goes. So get ready, this is my version. I
Anita Scheeres: Independent Bookseller in Bali
Anita Scheeres fell into bookselling. Each time she would visit her family in Sydney, she would lug books back to Bali, accumulating by the early
Legal Realities of Indonesian Expatriates – Family Matters
The purpose of this article is to explain some of the main family law related topics in the context of expatriate life in Indonesia. This
Finding Love in Bali
Finding true love anywhere these days is difficult or it seems maintaining the love buzz is more of the problem, as you just need
Aquatic Alliance: Research & Conservation of Manta Rays in Nusa Lembongan
The Islands of Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida are synonymous with wonderful coral reefs, amazing surf breaks, peace and tranquillity. For diving and snorkelling
Valentine’s Day
Indonesia’s top Islamic authority deems Valentine’s Day haram (forbidden) on the grounds that it is an infidel celebration promoting sexual promiscuity. It’s actually just a
Predict Your Future?
Astrology, fortune tellers and horoscopes are part of our daily lives. Computers and mobile phones opened new doors for the so-called mediums, fortune tellers, psychics
Melissa Calmes
Meet Melissa Calmes. Passionate Belly Dancer, Musician and one third of the Calmes Triplets! So Melissa, where were you born and raised? I was
Cause-ology: Predicting the Future through Action
I believe in Cause-ology. Cause-ology dictates that the easiest way of predicting the future is to get out of bed in the morning and create
Tintin in Indonesia
Belgian reporter Tintin is one of the world’s most enduring comic book characters, especially in Indonesia, which was the setting for his 22nd adventure, Flight
Little Spain in Jakarta
Tapas are appetisers or snacks that make up a wonderful part of Spanish culture and cuisine. The smaller portions enable you to taste a variety