Bahasa l English November is here! It feels like we're getting closer to the end of the year already. As usual, restaurants and hotels are starting to roll out exciting activities and special offers ahead of the festive season. With Indonesia's and the global economy facing quite a few ups and downs lately, not to mention the unfortunate news of natural disasters affecting several parts of the country, I think we could all use a little lighter reading from time to time. So, I hope you don't mind if I share some interesting happenings and dining experiences throughout November. Who knows, it might be a nice little escape from all the not-so-good news we've been hearing lately. Alright, let's take a look at what's happening this month! 1. Chef Lounge, Sudirman Hall Usually, I visit restaurants to enjoy a dining experience, but this time was a little different. I had the opportunity to explore a function space that surprisingly offers the atmosphere and facilities ...

Bahasa l English I can’t believe it’s already October! Time flies, and there are always so many exciting events happening, from new restaurant and hotel offerings to sports events that have been gaining popularity lately. Over the years, I’ve also been quite active in sports and various community activities around Jakarta. So, for this month’s journal, besides sharing my usual food and hotel discoveries, I’ll be bringing you along on some of my sports event experiences, too!  Ready to explore what October has to offer? Let’s dive into this month’s journal! 1. Taste The Origin, Grand Hyatt Jakarta x Tanamera For the first time, I had the chance to experience a coffee cupping session, which turned out to be a fascinating journey into the world of coffee. It was a great opportunity to discover the unique characteristics of different coffee beans and gain a deeper appreciation for the art of coffee tasting. To be honest, I’m not much of a coffee enthusiast due to my sensitive sto...

Bahasa l English I have to admit, I haven’t been writing articles here as often lately. I guess it’s understandable, considering the recent surge of restaurants and cafés coming up with all sorts of innovative concepts, from creative interiors and hearty main courses to elaborate desserts.  But if you look a little closer, despite all the different concepts and aesthetics, many of the menus are actually quite similar. Jakarta’s dining scene is still largely dominated by Indonesian, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, and Korean cuisines, while French, Spanish, Latin American, Indian, and Middle Eastern restaurants remain relatively uncommon.  The same goes for desserts. There are countless bakeries, pastry shops, and cafés offering endless varieties of sweet treats. The names may sound more creative and sophisticated these days, but once you look at the actual ingredients and concepts, many of them are surprisingly alike. Basically, combining one type of sugar with another and giving...