Meet Ian Burnet
Ian Burnet, a former geologist and avid historian, spoke to us about his recently published book Spice Islands. Spice Islands takes the reader on the
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Education Extremes
‘‘I believe the children are our future, teach them well and let them lead the way’’. I couldn’t agree more with this excerpt from the
Alcoholics Anonymous Anyone?
Alcoholics Bar & Grill Jalan Kemang Raya no. 72N Jakarta Selatan 021 7195675 info@alcoholicsbar.com If you’re trying to wean yourself off the booze, maybe it’s
Literary Works Capable of Change
Take an ambitious businessman drunk on being so close to power, a media baron who uses his political acquaintances to strengthen his own newspaper’s position,
The Raid: Redemption
The Raid: Redemption is an Indonesian film like no other. It’s a wildly exciting adrenaline rush of a punch fest that recently reached number 11
Culture Shock-Jakarta-Sydney
My wife Srie and I, normally resident in Indonesia, recently spent four months in Sydney where our son is studying. I’m British, and this was
Andreas Stokowy
Meet Andreas Stokowy. The German Restaurant Manager and Founding Member of the Combined Martial Arts Academy Jakarta. Andreas, where are you originally from? I was
The Truth Hurts
I have decided I am going to be completely honest with everyone from now on. No more lies, no more pretence. When I meet people
Bengkulu Blues
At first sight Bengkulu seems an odd place for a trading post. It’s situated on the west coast of Sumatra, maybe three quarters of the
Don’t Drink and Type!
If you think that alcohol and your computer do not mix, think again. Normally a few glasses of beer will not boost your memory, but
Alcohol and Islam
During one period of my years in living in Jakarta, a favorite activity was my weekly visit to Pak Trisno, an elderly antique dealer and
‘Bintang, Anyone’?
Indonesia’s Most Loved Beer and the History Behind the Label A holiday spent in Indonesia most likely revolves around a bottle of Bintang. It is
Dying For a Drink
The Indonesian government claims that its high taxes on alcoholic beverages discourage heavy drinking but the reality is that many people are turning to illicitly
Chris Littlechild
Meet Chris Littlechild. The Comedy Club consultant from England who likes to unwind in the boxing ring. So Chris, where do you come from and
Dan Roberts
Meet Dan Roberts. The clown with a heart of gold, devoted to helping Indonesia’s underprivileged youth. So Dan, can you give us a little background
Just Take it Easy
We expatriates must admire the Indonesian ability to put things in perspective and to talk things down because it could have been so much worse.
The Mad Tuk Tuk Challenge
First Published on Latitudes.nu Picture the scene : You’re riding your bicycle along a dirt road near Prolit village near Siem Reap when a tuktuk
Happy Birthday Grumpy French Man
40 years old. All of the people who are on the way to pass over this age say that it’s nothing. I am on the
Local Comedians
Miund expects to be heckled. She’s used to it. As one of Indonesia’s up-and-coming stand-up comedians, she has to be. It’s only when she’s not
Stephane Poggi
Meet Stephane Poggi, the French Interior Designer with a passion for discovery and design. Stephane, could you share a few things about yourself with us?
Laila Airlie Dempster
Meet Laila Airlie Dempster, the talented portrait artist with a love for all things Indonesian. Laila, could you tell us a little about the early