Katrin Figge
The Expert View on Jakarta’s Culinary Scene
Jakarta is a city that never sleeps. As the capital of Indonesia, the city is vibrant, bustling, sometimes chaotic, but always surprising – the same can be said about its culinary scene. Every week, new restaurants, cafes and bars open and try their luck to catch the attention of Jakarta’s passionate foodies. Some simply vanish
An Interview with H.E Michael Freiherr von Ungern-Sternberg
The German Ambassador, H.E. Michael Freiherr von Ungern-Sternberg, arrived in Jakarta in September 2016 after a three-year tenure in Tehran, Iran. NOW! Jakarta recently met the Ambassador for an interview where he spoke at length about German-Indonesian relations. You have been in Jakarta for one year now. What were your expectations before you came to
Indonesian Cuisine Shines at Samsara
A passion for authentic Indonesian food, served in elegant and chic surroundings – this is what new restaurant Samsara in South Jakarta is all about. Located in the green and leafy neighborhood of Kebayoran Baru, Samsara only recently opened its doors, but has already garnered a number of patrons who quickly fell in love with
Meet H.E. Yvonne Baumann, Ambassador of Switzerland to Indonesia
H.E. Yvonne Baumann speaks to NOW! Jakarta about the relationship between Indonesia and Switzerland, the role of the newly established Swiss Business Hub as well as her achievements and challenges. You recently celebrated Swiss National Day, and this year also marks the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Switzerland and Indonesia. Looking
Look inside Artist Lie Fhung’s Solo Exhibition Talks About The Fragility and Tenacity of Life
Indonesian artist Lie Fhung, who is currently based in Hong Kong, returns to Jakarta with her solo exhibition “Life Force” at Dia.lo.gue Artspace in Kemang. “The paradoxical power of Lie Fhung’s new solo exhibition, Life Force, lies in the way it envelops us within a physical and emotional terrain that is at once captivating and
Closer Look of Swiss Business Hub in Indonesia
Currently, there are more than 150 Swiss companies operating in Indonesia that have created at least 23 000 jobs. In order to further promote trade and investment relations, the Swiss Business Hub Indonesia (SBH), which represent Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) abroad, was officially inaugurated in July. The Swiss Business Hub Indonesia, led by Wolfgang Schanzenbach
Celebrating International Hobbit Day in Middle Earth
Every year on 22 September, J.R.R. Tolkien fans all over the world celebrate International Hobbit Day. On this day – albeit in different years – two of the writer’s most beloved characters, Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, were born. In Tolkien’s fictional Middle Earth, the Hobbits are the most wondrous creatures: they are happy-go-lucky “halflings” with
Creating Future Leader in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is a major global hub of manufacturing and trade, as well as one of the fastest-growing consumer markets in the world – its economic profile is rising. However, in order to move forward, it needs effective and modern leadership on all levels. This is where Southeast Asia Leadership Academy SEALA comes in. SEALA
The Perfect Remedy of Sweet Sunday Brunch
In 1985, English writer Guy Beringer first coined the term “brunch” in an essay, published in Hunter’s Weekly, where he argued that brunch would serve as the perfect remedy for Sunday morning hangovers. “Brunch is cheerful, sociable and inciting,” he wrote. “It is talk-compelling. It puts you in a good temper, it makes you satisfied
Strengthening Swiss-Indonesian Ties
The Ikatan Alumni Swiss (IAS) was formally established in November 2010 and developed from a series of informal gatherings by a small group of friends who had studied or worked in Switzerland. Over time, as the network expanded and more people joined, these get-togethers led to creating a formal group. NOW! Jakarta spoke to Svetlana
A Tuscan Feast at Rafles Jakarta
Tuscany in Central Italy is known for its beautiful landscape and artistic heritage. It is also home to some of the world’s most notable wine regions. Raffles Jakarta organized an exquisite Wine dinner at Arts Café by Raffles in early September to introduce Frescobaldi Wines to a Jakarta audience. Pairing different Frescobaldi Wines with delectable
Here Are The Stories of Two Night Creatures in Jakarta
In some jobs, working the night shift is unavoidable. While some people accept it as necessary evil, others see it as inspiration and only start to feel truly alive after sunset. We spoke to two such night creatures, renowned DJ Mikey Moran and Warra, the head bartender of Lola, a bar lounge in South Jakarta’s
When Hotel Grandkemang Transformed into an Artist Playground
It’s that time of the year again when Hotel Grandkemang Jakarta is transformed into an artistic playground as it hosts the annual Indonesian Contemporary Art & Design (ICAD), organized by Yayasan Design + Art Indonesia. Already in its eighth edition, the exhibition this year revolves around the theme “MURNI?”, which translates as “Pure”. More than
