Events
At Taste New Zealand 2018, A Focus on Sustainability
“Taste New Zealand” returned this October with a focus on New Zealand’s innovations in food technology. Photo courtesy of New Zealand Trade Enterprise/NOW!JAKARTA Organised by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), this year’s event discussed some of the country’s sustainable food practices. Held on 5 October at The Dharmawangsa Hotel, the event a range of New Zealand
At ‘Into the Woods’ Exhibit, A Focus on Timber from Japan’s Nara Prefecture
This November, a range of wooden items from Nara Okuyamato Japan will be featured in the ‘Into the Woods’ exhibition at Dia.Lo.Gue, Artspace, Jakarta. The exhibit will explore wood designs and craftsmanship following the collaboration between designers in Japan and Indonesia. Into the Woods exhibition will take place on 8 – 11th November 2018 at Dia.Lo.Gue Kemang. Photo courtesy of Nara/NOW!JAKARTA
Exploring the Story of Cognac at Hennessy Declassified Exhibit
Founded in 1765, the opulent French cognac brand Hennessy has revealed its secrets though an exhibit at Pacific Place Jakarta. The travelling exhibition “The Hennessy Declassified” has visited many cities across Asia and has arrived here at last. Set up in a series of five “rooms”, each narrates a part of the brand’s journey across eight generations. Hennessy product collection is showcased at the
Grab Hosts “GrabFood Nusarasa” to Celebrate Indonesia’s Culinary Diversity
Singapore-based technology company, Grab, has been making inroads in Indonesia with its ride-hailing and food delivery services. It is currently hosting a food festival “GrabFood Nusarasa” highlighting the many delights of Indonesian cuisine. “GrabFood Nusarasa” festival continues until 19 December. Photo courtesy of GrabFood/NOW!JAKARTA Users can select from a special menu of dishes from
Weddings in Japan : Tirtha Bridal Opens Destination Wedding Service for Indonesians
Tirtha Bridal has long been one of Bali’s most esteemed wedding resorts. Japanese owned and managed, their meticulous design and attention to detail has seen them as one of the most sought after companies, with a host of venues and experiences in their portfolio. Now, seeing a rise in interest, Tirtha Bridal offers Indonesians a service
New Years Eve Beatles Tribute Concert at Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach
Before you know it, Christmas will be long gone and you’ll be ringing in the new year – goodbye 2018, hello 2019! Time flies at this time of year, so before its too late you best get your plans together for New Years Eve. If you‘re considering Bali for the year end, the Hotel Nikko
At the Foot of a Willow
Before reading this article, might I suggest listening to Gioachino Rossini’s “Assisa a piè d’un salice”, particularly as sung by Frederica von Stade, or Montserrat Caballé. Read on while, or after. Cellist Samuel DeCaprio and renowned Indonesian pianist Edith Widayani will be performing duo recital titled The Art of Chamber Music – Song Without Words on 20
The Singleton Encourages One to ‘Unlearn the Rules’
The Singleton launched its first campaign in Indonesia in early November. The theme, “Unlearn the Rules”, was in collaboration with Max Mandias, founder of Burgreens, Leon Gunawan, founder of De La House, William Utomo, founder of IDN Times and Nadya Natassya, tatoo artist. The Singleton campaign ncourages its consumers to experiment and discover the flavours
Stand-up Comedy Superstar Jim Jefferies to Perform in Jakarta and Bali
Legendary Australian stand-up comedian Jim Jefferies has announced two dates for Indonesia in 2019. He will appear in Jakarta on 25 January and in Bali on 26 January. Venues will be publicly announced at a later date for security reasons. Australian stand-up comedian Jim Jefferies. NOW!JAKARTA Jim began his career in Australia and has since
Experiencing the Season as an International Student in Jakarta
Manu, a student at BINUS UNIVERSITY International, sometimes forgets to get ready for the holiday season ahead. Why? Well, it is summer, dong! Coming from Netherlands, Manu is a student at BINUS UNIVERSITY International Jakarta who has different experience in celebrating Christmas. Personal Files/NOW!JAKARTA “You can expect Christmas and the New Year in winter,” shares
Paul Bocuse Commemoration Dinner at Mozaic Restaurant
On 4 January 2019, Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique in Ubud will present a special dinner in memory of the late Paul Bocuse. Known in France as ‘the Chef of the Century’, Paul Bocuse is associated with the creation of la nouvelle cuisine, a term invented by food critics Henri Gault and Christian Millau (Gault-Millau) to describe
Throwback to the 80’s At the New Year’s Eve Party at Grand Mercure Kemayoran
To welcome 2019, Grand Kemayoran is set to host New Year’s Eve party reminiscent of the 1980’s. Psychedelic colours welcome! All of the era’s signature looks will be adapted to the details in hotel’s Magnolia Grand Ballroom where the New Yea’s Eve party takes place. Photo courtesy of Grand Mercure Kemayoran/NOW!JAKARTA The 80s was best known for