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JAKARTA HIGHLIGHTS
Top 5 Jakarta Spots for Coffee, Culture, and Creative Conversations
Top 5 Jakarta Spots for Coffee, Culture, and Creative Conversations Jakarta’s creative rhythm is not only found in museums or major landmarks. It lives in coffee shops, gallery cafes, independent spaces, bookstores, and neighborhoods where conversations move easily between art, design, lifestyle, and everyday city life. Jakarta is a city that often reveals itself through small moments. A morning coffee in Menteng. A quiet gallery visit in Kemang. A long conversation in Blok M. A
Top 5 Jakarta Experiences for Travelers Who Think They Do Not Like Jakarta
Top 5 Jakarta Experiences for Travelers Who Think They Do Not Like Jakarta Jakarta is often misunderstood as a city of traffic, business towers, and quick stopovers. Yet for travelers willing to look closer, the capital reveals a surprisingly rich mix of food, design, culture, nightlife, neighborhood character, and increasingly accessible ways to move around. Jakarta does not always make an easy first impression. It is fast, dense, and constantly moving. For some travelers, the
HOTELS & RESORTS
Raffles Jakarta Presents Wellness in Motion with SANA Studio
Raffles Jakarta introduces *Wellness in Motion*, a three-month collaboration with SANA Studio that brings movement, mindfulness, and balance to Level 14. Featuring a curated series of yoga, strength, and pilates sessions, the programme offers a serene urban retreat designed to help guests reconnect, recharge, and embrace a more intentional approach to wellbeing in the heart of the city.
Raffles Jakarta Celebrates Reunion Under the Full Moon with Its 2026 Mooncake Collection
Raffles Jakarta celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 with an elegant mooncake collection inspired by a timeless tale of love and reunion. Blending refined flavours, artistic packaging, and meaningful storytelling, the collection offers a sophisticated selection of classic and modern mooncakes, perfect for heartfelt gifting and festive gatherings. Thoughtfully crafted, each piece reflects the spirit of togetherness and the beauty of reconnecting under the full moon.
LIFESTYLE
Hendrick’s Gin Opens Another World of Curiosity with Its First New Permanent Expression in Nearly a Decade
Hendrick’s Gin unveils Another Hendrick’s, its first new permanent expression in nearly a decade, now launched in Indonesia. Blending its iconic rose and cucumber base with distinctive notes of orange blossom and cacao, this innovative gin delivers a uniquely layered and unexpected flavour profile. Introduced through immersive experiences in Bali and Jakarta, Another Hendrick’s marks a bold evolution of the brand, inviting gin enthusiasts to explore a new dimension of taste.
JF3 2026 Sets a New Direction for Indonesia’s Fashion Future
JF3 2026 Sets a New Direction for Indonesia’s Fashion Future With more than two decades of consistency, JF3 returns in 2026 with the theme “Recrafted: Shaping the Future,” positioning itself not only as a fashion celebration, but as a long term platform for creativity, commerce, talent development, and global relevance. Indonesia’s fashion landscape continues to evolve, shaped by creativity, craftsmanship, cultural identity, and a growing demand for stronger industry infrastructure. At the center of this
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JAKARTA CULINARY
Nasi Gila and Nasi Goreng Gila, Jakarta’s Late Night Local Legends
Nasi Gila and Nasi Goreng Gila are iconic Jakarta street food dishes known for their bold flavors, generous toppings, and comforting appeal. Often enjoyed around Taman Suropati after dark, these “crazy” rice dishes capture the city’s vibrant food culture, offering a rich, savory taste of Jakarta’s lively night scene.
Kerak Telor, Jakarta’s Timeless Heritage Snack
Kerak Telor is a beloved Betawi street food that captures the essence of Jakarta’s culinary heritage through its rich flavors and traditional cooking technique. Made with glutinous rice, egg, coconut, and spices, this smoky, savory dish remains a cultural icon, offering a taste of the city’s history and local identity in every bite.