NOW Jakarta! recently met the cookbook author and Oxone Brand Ambassador Wina Bissett at Poliform, Jakarta’s newest luxury furniture outlet in Kemang. Radiating in a brightly coloured yet simple dress and always with a genuine smile on her face, Wina was in the mood to talk about the upcoming launch of her new book and

Indonesian celebrity chef, restaurateur and media personality Farah Quinn looks back on 2017 and tells NOW! Jakarta what she is planning in the upcoming year. Photo courtesy of Farah Quinn As we near the end of 2017 maybe you can tell us what your year has been like? What were the highlights… and the challenges?

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word BuGils? An acronym, denoting Bule Gila (crazy white folks) or… bugil… snigger, snigger – naked? Photo courtesy of BuGils café The founders of the original BuGils café in Taman Ria used this play on words to capture the essence of a

One of the most vibrant dining hubs in the city, the area of SCBD and Senopati, recently welcomed a new establishment to its premises: William’s, a casual dining restaurant by PT William’s Food Indonesia, set further enliven the culinary industry in town.  William’s radiates warmth and friendliness. A glimpse at the menu reveals a homage

We pass by them every day. We squeeze past them on crowded pavements. But just how much do we know about Jakarta’s ubiquitous street food vendors? In this first part of a two-part story, Theresia Hutabarat delves into the humans behind the street food culture in Jakarta and finds out what makes it thrive. As

Following the success of its flagship rooftop restaurant and bar in Bangkok, Above Eleven has now opened its doors in Bali, Indonesia, thanks to a collaboration between Soho Hospitality and Summarecon. The first of its kind in Southeast Asia, Above Eleven features authentic Peruvian Japanese cuisine with stunning interiors and mesmerising views from the rooftop

Although I am essentially a home cook, I have never underestimated the power of technology to improve my cooking skills. Maybe that’s because I’m Asian – and Asians never expect to be expert in anything until they’ve got all the right equipment. As a cook who had never cooked or baked before, the first thing

Deeply inspired by local heritage and culture, Chris Jensen built Agneya with the aim to present authentic Indonesian cuisine by maintaining its flavour and traditional cooking methods. It is Jensen’s second foray in the F&B industry after establishing “Le Quartier” and just another part of his culinary journey across the archipelago. Agneya is the daughter

Italy ranks among the most popular countries in the world, and it is often hailed as a romantic destination due to its beautiful landscapes, enchanting atmosphere and not least of all because of the delicious food. Photo courtesy of Alto Restaurant and Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta/NOW!JAKARTA In Jakarta, couples can experience a true flair

As part of the lunar new year celebrations, Royal Safari Garden in Bogor will be transformed into a mini version of “The Empire of Dynasty Ming”, where guests will be able to experience Chinese New Year in traditional, red-coloured surroundings and celebrate honour the heritage. Photo courtesy of Royal Safari Garden Resort and Convention/NOW!JAKARTA To welcome the Year of the Earth Dog, Royal

There’s a fresh atmosphere at the newly renovated Ambiente Ristorante at Aryaduta Hotel Tugu Tani. The Italian casual fine dining restaurant is now back in operation after an extensive renovation that began last year, with a new industrial, rustic look.  Ambiente Ristorante comes back after extensive renovation with new concept, turned to be casul fine

There are many ways to relate food with love and passion. For me, it's the way I express my love to my husband, and this is how my journey in the culinary world started.   Photo courtesy of Wina Bissett/NOW!JAKARTA As a typical middle-class Indonesian – someone who had very little knowledge of the kitchen,