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Royalty at the Heart of Singapore
If you’re looking for a sweet summer getaway in Singapore, Royal Plaza on Scotts is where you want to stay. Located in the heart of Orchard, the city’s bustling shopping district offering a wide selection of dining, shopping and entertainment options, the hotel is just steps away from anything you might desire. Superior room at
Traditional Barbecue Night at Four Points by Sheraton Bandung
Four Points by Sheraton Bandung’s annual BBQ night “Babakaran” is back this month. This year’s event features traditional techniques and accompaniments for guests to indulge. Every Friday and Saturday, diners can enjoy Bebakaran at the Citrul Pool Bar. Photo courtesy of Four Points by Sheraton/NOW!JAKARTA Every Friday and Saturday, diners can enjoy Babakaran at the
Babooji: Punjab on a Plate
The alchemy of spices combined with modern interiors reveal that there’s a new breed of Indian restaurant emerging — one targeted at the well-seasoned diner. Babooji is one of them. Nestled on the higher reaches of Gunawarman, Bambooji serves authentic Indian cuisine, combined with modern interiors and exposed brick decor. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Nestled
Jaspal Sidhu: Because Quality Education Should Be Accessible to Every Child
SIS CEO and founder Jaspal Sidhu learned early in his childhood how education was going to have a significant impact in his life. His father, a humble doorman who served Singapore’s biggest hotels for decades, never ceased to emphasise in the household how going to school was going to make a difference for everyone’s lives.
In Conversation with Chef Akshay Bhardwaj
Chef Akshay Bhardwaj of the Michelin-starred Indian restaurant Junoon in New York City will be at the Faimont Hotel Jakarta this month to present some of his award-winning dishes in a special four-hands dinner. NOW! Jakarta spoke to him about his passion for creating innovative dishes. Chef Akshay Bhardwaj at Michelin-starred Indian restaurant Junoon in
Spoil Mum This Mothers Day at the InterContinental Bali Resort
Every mother deserves to know they’re special, and whilst really we should be celebrating our Mothers every single day, Mothers Day is a great, worldwide reminder on how special Mums really are. On Sunday, 13 May 2018, the InterContinental Bali Resort is celebrating Mothers Day in Bali, and invites you to spoil your Mum in
Interview with Kanit Sangmookda, the General Manager of Le Meridien Jakarta
NOW! Jakarta speaks to Kanit Sangmookda, the hotel’s General Manager about his time at the property and the changes planned for the year. Kanit Sangmookda, the General Manager of Le Meridien Jakarta. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA. You’ve been in the position for a couple of years now. What have you most enjoyed about your time
Relax, completely, at Alaya Resort Ubud
When in Bali, take some time out to enjoy a relaxing experience in a stylish environment surrounded by natural beauty. This is the Alaya Resort Ubud, an unpretentious boutique resort. This 105-room property has been designed to reflect Bali as an artistic destination. It offers warm hospitality and a distinct sense of belonging that is
Most valued Business: Collaborate Not Compete!
MVB hosted the first MVB Member Collaboration Meeting for 2018 on 24 April at Raffles Jakarta which was attended by the latest additions to the MVB family. These included Phapros, Brother Indonesia, Jababeka, Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta, International SOS, Jakarta Land, Bank Permata and TUGU Group. MVB’s Collaboration meetings are about sharing ideas and information among
Fabrics with History
The Textile Museum is conducting an on-going assessment of its collection, standard and necessary function if the collection includes easily biodegradable materials. The Indonesian Heritage Society has provided the Textile Museum with a group of volunteers who meet once a week to assist the museum staff in their collection evaluations. Photos by Edith A. Dunn/NOW!JAKARTA
Beyond the Mall
For the most part, Jakarta is hot—very hot. And incredibly humid. But there are those places out there that are fun and enjoyable despite the blazing sun. The follow is a curated list of activities for young people to enjoy – weather permitting, of course. Kids could exercise their physic by aprticipating in fun activities
Indonesian Family Develops International Standard Education for the Country
BINUS programmes foster and empower Indonesia with a solid academic foundation at K-12 and university levels. BINA NUSANTARA (building the archipelago) Foundation has been on a mission to foster and empower society in building and serving the nation since 1974. Photo courtesy of Bina Nusantara Foundation/NOW!JAKARTA Indonesia is home to a burgeoning middle class and
Five Reasons to Visit Bali This Month
Bali is always buzzing with new hot places arriving on the island’s shores. Below is our round-up of the latest new places to look out for, as well as delicious news from some of the island’s top restaurants. bali always has the new place which can be the reason to visit the island of God,
