The romance of colonial Dutch visual and culinary arts at Kunstkring Paleis
IO, Jakarta – It all started with a building constructed by the Colonial Dutch Government on the 17th of April 1914, christened the Nederlandsch-Indische Kunstkring (“The Dutch East Indies’ Art Circle”) as a centre...
El Machote: The rustic restaurant that takes you back to a meaty era of the macho
IO, Jakarta - Living in a large city like Jakarta means that it’s easier to be successful in hunting culinary delights – you can find just about any local or foreign cuisine if you just...
An authentic taste of Southern Italy at Black Sheep resto
IO, Jakarta - From coffee shops to five-star eateries, Kemang deservedly maintains its reputation as a neighborhood well-stocked with a variety of restaurants serving myriad menus. The latest spot to add to your list...
Indonesian Wayang: Masterpiece of human oral heritage, out of the shadows
IO - Indonesia is the world’s biggest archipelago. With its many islands, Indonesia is rich in ancient cultures and languages, inheriting a treasure trove of cultures with immense historic value. A nation must be...
The charms of Cape Bongo, the ‘Raja Ampat’ of Halmahera
IO, Halmahera – Indonesia is known for its thousands of islands, each with its own special attraction. There is an up-and-coming tourist area in North Halmahera nowadays: Cape Bongo, located in Pune Village, Galela District,...
The warmth of Ali Sadikin in a cup of coffee
IO, Jakarta - There is no doubt that Indonesia is one of the largest coffee-producing countries in the world. Coffee was introduced into the Indonesian archipelago by the Dutch, who initially planted coffee trees...
Colorful & exotic meat dishes from Latin American culture
IO, Jakarta - Culinary choices in Jakarta may seem endless to the adventurous gourmet, from mysterious fare sold on the roadside, to high-end five-star culinary nuances with luxurious views of the capital city surrounded...
Exploring the world of contemporary modern art in Jakarta
IO, Jakarta - In the year 2017, art enthusiasts and art lovers in Indonesia no longer need to travel abroad to quench their thirst for modern and contemporary art, as now the Museum of...