AW Kitchen by Akira Watanabe's First Outlet Outside Japan — by ellynatjohnardi on

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Jakarta this year welcomes two new 'Akiras' in the ranks of its continually-growing list of new restaurants. After the headlines-ma...

North Jakarta's Hidden Gem: Sushi Masa — by ellynatjohnardi on

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Being born into a modest family means eating Mum's cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A meal at KFC would be occasional treat tha...

Thai Bistro and Bar: Mango Tree BistroBar — by ellynatjohnardi on

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Can Thai food ever go wrong? Never, especially a super affordable, complete and satisfying lunch sets mean that only cost IDR 65,000++. 3...

IKEA Swedish Meatballs, Welcome to Indonesia! — by ellynatjohnardi on

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The iconic blue and yellow logo just officially calls Indonesia home for the first time (that's a major relief for agitated Indonesians...

(New) Jakarta's First Speakeasy-Inspired Venue, Bau-Haus 1933 — by ellynatjohnardi on

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Speakeasy is actually a term coined to refer to establishments that sold alcohol illegally. Such places thrived in the United States, back ...

(New): BLU at Shangri-la Jakarta — by ellynatjohnardi on

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Finding a place to hang out and socialize comfortably in Jakarta can be quite a headache, because of the sheer number of choices. Talking a...

(New): Fun Indonesian Dining at Bengawan Solo Restaurant — by ellynatjohnardi on

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Bengawan Solo Restaurant at Grand Sahid Jaya Hotel, a local 5 star hospitality property owned by the Sahid Group, has actually been in exist...