Dining

Tanjung Pinang, the historic capital of the Riau Islands sitting on the southwestern shores of Bintan, is a vibrant port town where Chinese, Malay, and Bugis cultures have dissolved together for generations. The heart of this cultural exchange is found in the Old Town sector, a tight grid of century-old concrete shophouses characterized by narrow […]

The shallow coastal waters off southeastern Pulau Bintan are dotted with kelongs—traditional wooden stilt platforms built by local fishermen out into the open sea. Historically used as offshore fishing bases, several of these structures have been transformed into rustic, open-air culinary destinations. These five overwater feasting experiences invite you to dine on wooden planks suspended

Blok M, a legendary cultural intersection in the heart of South Jakarta where retro architecture meets contemporary nightlife, transforms completely as midnight approaches. The district’s neon-lit alleyways become a playground for night owls and culinary purists seeking authentic flavor. These five experiences guide you through the raw, fragrant street-side stalls and subterranean hideaways that define

In the far-flung reaches of the Wayag archipelago, the culinary culture is a raw reflection of the land and sea. There are no supply chains here—only what can be harvested by hand, spear, or fire. These five dining experiences offer a rare invitation into the ancestral foodways of the Papuan tribes, where every meal is

In the fertile valleys of Sembalun and the lowland plains of Central Lombok, the volcanic soil gives birth to a flavor profile found nowhere else on earth. “The Spice Trail” is not a restaurant tour, but an invitation to step into the mud and smoke of traditional Sasak life. These five experiences move beyond the

In the hidden coves surrounding the Southern peninsulas, the luxury of dining is stripped back to its most primal elements: salt, smoke, and the day’s freshest catch. These five dining experiences reject the formal restaurant setting in favor of a “Castaway Gourmet” approach. Accessible only by traditional outrigger or private boat, these beachside grills offer

As the sun dips below the horizon, Jakarta transforms into a sprawling grid of amber lights and pulsing energy. Above the noise of the megalopolis, a select group of open-air brasseries offers a front-row seat to this transformation. These five destinations combine high-altitude architecture with avant-garde gastronomy, turning a simple meal into a cinematic experience

Senggigi’s coastline is more than just a gateway to Lombok; it is a destination for the slow, sensory experience of island life. These curated coffee houses are positioned at the very edge of the Lombok Strait, offering a sophisticated refuge where the aroma of world-class Indonesian beans mingles with the salty mist of the Indian

Experience the pinnacle of island dining where the commute involves a boat and the menu is dictated by the morning’s tide. Mansuar Island serves as the sophisticated heart of Raja Ampat’s culinary scene, offering a rare fusion of barefoot luxury and the freshest marine delicacies in the world, all served against the backdrop of a

Witness the raw alchemy of fire and precision at the city’s most prestigious culinary theaters. In these curated dining rooms, the traditional barrier between chef and guest is dismantled, turning your evening into a front-row seat to a high-stakes performance of gastronomic artistry. 1. The Charcoal Theater of Senopati Located in the heart of Jakarta’s