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Post Meester Cornelis, Batavia, 1744, a historic reference to early colonial Jatinegara, then known as Meester Cornelis. Once known as Meester Cornelis, Jatinegara evolved into a key satellite city alongside Kebayoran Lama, supporting the growth
The British Women’s Association (BWA) brought a slice of the British track to the heart of the city on 9 May 2026. Taking over the Grand Ballroom at the Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta, the “A
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Elevate your Friday night expectations on22 May 2026 as B1 Bar at AYANA Midplaza Jakarta ignites with ‘Shaken & Stirred.’ This exclusive residency features Ivan Boris, the González Byass Global Brand Ambassador whose visionary work has reshaped mixology across the Asia Pacific. Boris brings an electric fusion of technical mastery and avant-garde storytelling to the
Cocktail bars are their own breed of venue – they’re stylish, comfortable and most importantly promise a well-made libation. Whether you prefer a sultry speakeasy or somewhere lively and full of life, you’ll find the full range in this curated list of cocktail bars in Jakarta. These venues represent the crème de la crème of
On Tuesday, 17 February 2026, the world will usher in a new zodiac, welcoming the prosperous Year of the Horse! Chinese-Indonesian communities the nation over will celebrate this auspicious day with fabulous feasts and family gatherings, so for those living in the capital we compile the best places to celebrate Chinese New Year in Jakarta
