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The Japan Foundation, A Repository of Culture
The Japan Foundation was established in October, 1972 as a specialised, core agency responsible for Japanese international cultural exchange. Japan Foundation frequently invites Japanese artists to hold an exhibition in Jakarta. Photo courtesy of Japan Foundation/NOW!JAKARTA The agency was transformed into the independent administrative institution (under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) on 1
Join This Exclusive, 7-Day Ketogenic Retreat at REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Bali
From the 18th – 24th November 2018, REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort in Nusa Dua will be holding an exclusive wellness experience: A Ketogenic Retreat with specialist Azza Keith. REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort sprawls across three hectares of land in Bali’s Nusa Dua, surrounded by Bali’s iconic tropical flora and the Indian Ocean. The resort has been fashioned
Australian Beef: Secrets to Tasty Barbecue
With so much choice, there’s a beef cut to satisfy every taste, budget and occasion. Each cut has a unique texture and flavour that suits certain cooking methods and recipes, making it a tasty pleasure to experiment. Meat & Livestock Australia makes it easy to pick out the best and provides a few helpful tips!
Shelly Gautama on Playing the Bagpipes in Asia
Shelly Gautama took to the bagpipes not long after she moved to Melbourne for boarding school. Since then she has performed internationally. NOW! Jakarta caught up with her to find out more. Shelly Gautama falls in love with bagpipes since she was young. Shelly Gautama's File/NOW!JAKARTA Do you come from a music-focused family? I am
This October, Ubud Writers and Readers Festival Celebrates its 15th Year
Southeast Asia’s leading festival of words and ideas, the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF), returns. The event this year will be held from 24-28 October. The Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) returns. The event this year will be held from 24-28 October. Photo courtesy of UWRF/NOW!JAKARTA It began in 2002 as part of the
The Story of the Hip-Hop Artist NAYAKA
Ariel Nayaka, 24, is one of Indonesia’s rising hip-hop stars, charting out the future of this genre in the Indonesia’s capital. He endorses the pursuit of passion with positive thinking and community building. Ariel Nayaka performed at Noice Fest 2017. Photo by Achmad Soni/Flicker/NOW!JAKARTA Why hip-hop? I grew up with music and have been drawn to
Students Received NOW!Jakarta School Competition Awards
In March this year, NOW! Jakarta hosted an Art, Photography and Essay writing competition in which 11 international schools around Jakarta participated. NOW! Jakarta's founder, Alistair Speirs congratulated the students and handed them their prizes, as the winners of Art, Photography and Essay writing competition. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA They were Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School, ACG
Grand Whiz Poins Square’s Oxtail Soup is Available throughout September
Grand Whiz Poins Square has launched its Oxtail Soup in three variants— Sop Buntut Bakar Kecap, Sop Buntut Rica-Rica, and Sop Buntut Garang Asem, all prepared by recently appointed Chef Doly. Sop Buntut garang Asem created by Chef Doly. Photo courtesy of Whiz Poins/NOW!JAKARTA Here it is served as an appetiser. The oxtail rica soup
AirFi Indonesia: Innovative Solutions in the Air
AirFi Indonesia, the pioneers of wireless IFE & EPOS systems in the aviation industry, provides the most sophisticated and flexible InFlight Entertainment & Mobile Crew Sale Solutions to different passenger travel segments. AirFi Indonesia can be enjoyed in home-based airlines, Sriwijaya and NAM Air. Photo courtesy of AirFi/NOW!JAKARTA AirFi Indonesia has inked deals with home-based airlines,
Parks & Recreation: Bali Natural Spaces are a Treat
As much as we love Bali for its rich culture and traditions, sometimes a visit to an elephant or going on a safari park is what’s called for to keep your little ones entertained. Fortunately, Bali is home to a variety of exciting attractions fit for a fun family day out, making it an easy
The Floating Sundays Program at REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Bali is the Ultimate Restorative Day Experience
Nestled in the peaceful setting of Nusa Dua, REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort hosts a series of invigorating mind and body programs starting this month. REVĪVŌ, which means “I’ll live again”, embodies the philosophy of awakening the senses and the mind. The luxury wellness resort’s new wellness initiatives include Floating Sundays, a Reshaping Retreat and an exclusive
Artbeat Hosts First Exhibit
A community of artists which came together two years ago have displayed their collective talents in a two-day exhibit in Esmod Jakarta’s Kemang outpost. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Artbeat, as the group—and event—are called is part of a multitalented line up of artists who have taught members different forms of art: Mixed media, cone work,
An Irresistible Weekend Deal at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali invites you to while away at one of Bali’s favourite 5-star beachfront resorts. With their signature Heavenly Spa by Westin™, Westin Family Kids Club, beachfront dining, waterslide pool, streamlined meeting venue and renewing facilities, this all-encompassing resort is a perfect fit for those who need a quick, weekend getaway.
