Bahasa l English Fine dining in Jakarta, yes, this is the place. Wabisabi, a renowned Japanese-inspired restaurant located in one of Jakarta’s premium districts surrounded by offices, restaurants, and bars, introduces a special Autumn Grand Omakase this season. The menu celebrates the essence of autumn through a nine-course dining experience, featuring seasonal ingredients such as persimmons, plums, and premium seafood like hamachi and madai. Let’s take a closer look at this exquisite seasonal journey. 1. Hassun The first course, Hassun a beautifully arranged set of appetizers similar to canapés or amuse-bouche features Maguro Persimmon, Ume Tartelette, C & C & C, and Wagyu Yukhoe. This selection presents a vibrant medley of flavors and textures, with each bite offering its own unique character. A delightful opening that instantly sparks excitement for what’s to come. 2. Tsukuri Moving on to the sashimi courses, the menu presents Hamachi and Madai, each offering its own distin...

Bahasa l English Singapore is unquestionably a popular destination for travelers seeking an instant holiday. You don't need days to experience a wide range of entertainment, restaurants, and tourist attractions in one day. However, it's obvious that in recent years, I've only spent a brief time in Singapore, mostly as a transit stop. This time, my transit to Japan took nearly 12 hours in Singapore, so I took advantage of the opportunity to go on a gourmet tour. With such simple transportation, it is absolutely possible to visit many restaurants and cafes in different places. Let us continue reading for more intriguing food ideas. 1. Chin Mee Chin Since the 1920s, this kopitiam has been a favorite destination for both Singaporeans and tourists. It is undeniable that it is always busy, even in the hot sun in Singapore. There is no need to line up as long as there is a table. Select a seat chope on the table and then order your menu directly from the cashier. The clas...

Bahasa l English It's a wonderful weekend, and who doesn't enjoy all-you-can-eat meals? Some of you may have had all-you-can-eat buffets at hotels, or BBQ or shabu-shabu at shopping malls. But what about Korean BBQ with quality ingredients like A5 Wagyu? Well, Hwaro has a Weekend Brunch concept with all-you-can-eat menus. Let me start with the inside. From the outside, the restaurant appears to be an ordinary four-story facility with plenty of parking. You're already familiar with Jakarta's Senopati district, which is known for its valet parking service. Once inside, the space is truly stunning! An exquisite atmosphere with dark tones and fascinating details, particularly the fabric hanging across the restaurant area that resembles rolling clouds. Ethnic designs can also be seen in different corners.   The first floor is the main eating area, and the higher stories are entirely individual rooms of varied sizes. Each table has a grill, but in keeping with the h...

Bahasa l English Japan is one of the most popular travel destinations. This time, instead of going to Tokyo, Osaka, or Kyoto, I visited Fukuoka for the first time. Fukuoka is located in the north and is the capital of Kyushu. Hotel recommendations include staying in the Hakata or Tenjin neighborhoods, which are popular areas near shopping complexes, restaurants, and tourist attractions. Each region in Japan has a distinct culinary culture, beginning with Mentaiko, Fukuoka's flagship product, and continuing with Yatai, a well-known street food concept that only exists in Fukuoka, and Fukuoka is the birthplace of famous ramen such as Ichiran, Hakata Ikkousha, and many others. Let me tell you about my ramen culinary journey in Fukuoka. 1. Shin Shin I was unable to check into my hotel the early morning I arrived in Fukuoka, so I left my suitcase with the receptionist. Since I was in the Tenjin neighborhood, I immediately sought an intriguing culinary place for breakfast. Near th...

Bahasa l English This May, Union Jakarta, a well-known high-end dining, launched a new innovation. Perhaps you're already familiar with a bagel, but there's a new way to enjoy it here. At the time of launching, this Bagel is exclusively accessible at Union Plaza Senayan, from the front, you can see the Bagel Bar with a rather large showcase. Bagels come in a variety of flavors, including plain, salt, parmesan, blueberry, chocolate chips, cinnamon raisin, and (Almost) Everything. Bagels are priced at IDR 25,000 per piece. The texture of the bagel varies from soft to chewy, and it is best savored warm rather than dry. In my perspective, the plain one is a wonderful, traditional, and basic bagel. Even more interesting, here they also provide dipping sauce with various choices of Butter and Cheese Cream, there are also many choices, a variety of unique flavors that I have never seen before. Starting from the fragrant Chimichurri, the savory Alla Vodka, the spicy Scallion Chil...