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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
Hotel Tentrem Jakarta Brings Javanese Heritage to the Heart of Alam Sutera
Hotel Tentrem Jakarta brings a refined blend of Javanese heritage and modern hospitality to Alam Sutera, offering a serene escape rooted in culture, design, and balance. From handcrafted interiors and meaningful symbolism to diverse dining, wellness, and family-friendly experiences, the hotel invites guests to experience comfort and tranquility in a thoughtfully curated setting.
From Chiang Mai to Jakarta: A Thai Culinary Showcase at Gran Meliá Jakarta
From Chiang Mai to Jakarta: A Thai Culinary Showcase at Gran Meliá Jakarta A limited time collaboration brings the vibrant flavors of Northern Thailand into Jakarta, blending heritage recipes with a refined dining experience. In the heart of Jakarta’s Kuningan district, Gran Meliá Jakarta introduces a culinary experience that bridges destinations through flavor. From 20 to 25 April 2026, the hotel presents a Thai gastronomic showcase in collaboration with Meliá Chiang Mai, inviting guests to
LIFESTYLE
IdeaFest 2026 Brings Human Values Back to the Center of Innovation
IdeaFest 2026 Brings Human Values Back to the Center of Innovation Returning for its 15th edition, IdeaFest 2026 will take place from September 4 to 6, 2026, at Jakarta Convention Center with the theme “ReHumanize,” inviting Indonesia’s creative ecosystem to reflect on the role of people, purpose, and emotion in the age of artificial intelligence As technology continues to reshape the way people work, create, communicate, and imagine the future, IdeaFest 2026 returns with a
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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.