Month: March 2016
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Searching for Street Food: Nasi Gule Pak Lasimin (FoodieS, Mar 2016)
Nasi gule is big in Blok M, but nobody knows that Pak Lasimin is among the pioneers of this comfort food in Jakarta. That’s why I’m tagging you along for a good breakfast at his place.
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Searching for Street Food: Nasi Bebek Khas Madura Bu Hamidah (FoodieS, Mar 2016)
Nasi bebek is ubiquitous in Jakarta, but among them, few became my personal favorite. This time, let’s travel to the eastern part of Jakarta for a showdown with Ibu Hamidah’s finest!
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Kahvehane: Filosofi Kopi
Ah yes, that one fine moment when you just have to beat the heat and then you found iced coffee in bottles.
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Flavor Preview: Pelmeni and Blini (Spasibo Russian Food, Jakarta)
It is rare to find Russian food in Jakarta. Years ago, I had that experience to taste one back in Saigon and yes I blew it. That’s why upon seeing a window of opportunity to taste Russian cuisine made fresh every day by Spasibo, it’s a surefire that I have to try it right away!
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Open: Ruth’s Chris Steak House (FOODIES, Mar 2016)
Finally, it is time to embrace a new guest from New Orleans – a reputable envoy from the steak house business that will show Jakartans the real taste of perfection.