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Delicious Dishes to Your Doorstep

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elcome to another edition of Exquisite Taste magazine. These are unprecedented times that we are living in, with huge challenges for many of us personally, as well as for businesses, especially in tourism and hospitality. As people are spending much more time at home, in this Exquisite Taste we look at the eat-at-home gourmet food and cocktail scene, as well as finding out how some influential people stay focused and keep their business running in these unusual times.

The Moslem fasting month of Ramadan is here, so in the Calendar pages we detail venues that have created iftar treats and fast-breaking feasts, as well as Idul Fitri hampers, that can be enjoyed at home or sent to your loved ones and colleagues to share the joy. In our Cover pages, we feature a plethora of takeaway and delivery services from five-star hotels and gourmet restaurants in Jakarta and Bali to ensure that you can still enjoy a gourmet lifestyle, or send these luscious delights to your friends and family.

As usual we talked to some chefs, this time finding out what they are cooking at home, along with the recipes, as well as getting tips and advice from respected people in the entertainment, business and banking industries about staying healthy and positive in these unusual times.

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18 • 12 Grapevine We’re keeping up-to-date with the latest happenings in the region. From tips about jamu and its benefits, to kitchen tips from Chef Chris Salans from Mozaic Bali, the new delivery and takeaway service from Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse in Singapore, and the made-to-order Food Gallery programme from The Langham, Hong Kong.

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Up Close & Personal

In the spirit of the Ramadan holy month, we’re bringing you a curated list of dining destinations that offer delivery and takeaway services so that you can enjoy delicious dishes from fine restaurants in your own home with your loved ones.

In this issue’s Up Close and Personal we talk to Marco Violano from Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta. While he’s new to the culinary scene in Indonesia, his skills have taken him into many respected kitchens around the world.

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• 28 CHEF's TALK Catch up with prominent chefs in Jakarta and Bali to see how they are making the best of the challenging situation. We find out what Vindex Tengker, Chandra Yudasswara, Rafael Gil, Yuda Bustara, Agung Gede and Maurizio Bombini have to say about the matter.

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• 40 INSIGHTs We take a peek at the lives of the most respected and influential people from the entertainment, business and banking industries to see how they keep their outlook positive, their life going and business running even with hurdles and obstacles.

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80 • 73 Exquisite Meals to Your Door Ensuring you don’t miss out on your favourite gourmet meals, we have found takeaway and delivery services from outstanding hotels and restaurants across Jakarta and Bali. Indulge yourself, or send something special to your family, friends and colleagues.

91 • 90 EXQUISITE COCKTAILS Now you don’t have to leave the comfort of your humble abode to enjoy potent tipples as the leading bars in Jakarta and Bali, and their mixologists, offer delivery services where you can have your choice of libation delivered to your doorstep.

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The Jamu for You

Jamu selection & fresh ingredients

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ince opening, Selasar Deli at The Apurva Kempinski Bali has become known and cherished for its charming traditional Indonesian ambience and its expansive range of traditional Indonesian F&B offerings, including jamu, Indonesian herbal drinks that are beneficial for your wellbeing.

However, if the current situation means that you unable to go directly to Selasar Deli to fetch the jamu, fret not, because The Apurva Kempinski Bali’s team has shared some insights, and even a simple tutorial on making jamu. Learn how to make kunyit asam – the second most popular jamu after beras kencur – by checking out The Apurva Kempinski Bali’s Instagram (@kempinskibali) and Facebook accounts (facebook.com/kempinskibali).

degenerative diseases. The tamarind is a good source of vitamin C, and it can help to reduce weight and cholesterol levels.

Sovia also shared that other kinds of jamu are beneficial, such as the aforementioned beras kencur, sinom and temulawak. Beras kencur, which is made from white rice, ginger, wild ginger, turmeric, palm sugar and pandan water, is a sweet and refreshing

Sovia, the hotel’s own jamu expert, explained that kunyit asam, which translates as turmeric tamarind, has many benefits, including neutralising toxins, regulating the menstrual cycle and more.

The turmeric plays its part as a detoxing agent that can help your liver take a breather, while its high level of antioxidants can help to prevent early ageing and turmeric

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option that is good for increasing stamina, treating gastric problems and stimulating the appetite. Additionally, sinom is good for maintaining a healthy liver, gall bladder and stomach, among other things. Last but not least, temulawak can eliminate headaches, nausea, cold symptoms, and treat digestive disorders.

The Apurva Kempinski Bali (kempinski.com)

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Secrets from the Mozaic Kitchen

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hese days, as people stay home, more and more are turning to cooking and discovering the joys of crafting exciting, nutritious dishes in their own kitchen.

Chefs are supporting this move and helping amateur home chefs to up their game by sharing their own recipes and kitchen tips, including Master Chef of France Chris Salans from Bali’s renowned Mozaic gastronomic restaurant.

Chris has been sharing tips, including keeping produce like fresh herbs and lettuce fresh for longer in the fridge by storing them in a cloth bag or wrapped in a slightly moist paper towel. He also notes that eating healthy supports the immune system, which means you can fight off infection and stay strong. Indonesia is home to a multitude of health-boosting spices that are easy to access, like ginger to warm the body and fight off chills, turmeric to improve endurance, and cinnamon, which is not only an antioxidant but also has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.

At Mozaic and Spice by Chris Salans, plenty of spices are used to amp up the flavour and boost health, including in the drinks. At Spice, guests enjoy the Energizer Mocktail, a refreshing drink served over ice, made by juicing two pieces of red or green

apple, a medium carrot, one small sprig of celery, one teaspoon of fresh turmeric root, two teaspoons of fresh ginger root and a kaffir lime leaf.

Mozaic Bali (mozaic-bali.com) @chris_salans

Chris Salans

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New Talent in Bandung

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andung, one of Java’s most buzzing cities, and one that has long been a popular retreat for Jakarta residents thanks to a cooler climate than the capital city, is welcoming another great addition to its stylish accommodation offerings with Pullman and ibis Styles Bandung Grand Central. Designed to be iconic urban retreats, the hotels blend the vintage charm of Dutch heritage with traditional Sundanese flair.

Situated in the city centre, only steps away from the iconic Gedung Sate, the soon-to-

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be opened hotels will welcome travellers who seek a comfortable hideaway with friends and family. Providing guests with a full range of amenities and facilities for an unforgettable holiday experience, the hotels are home to two new appointees who are responsible for offering a tantalising selection of food and beverages.

Director of Culinary at Pullman and ibis Styles Grand Central Bandung is Ian Lovie, a veteran of the hospitality industry with decades of experience working in luxury hotels around the world. Born in

Edinburgh, he is no stranger to the culinary scene in Asia having lived on the continent for the past 12 years. He is now in charge of the overall conceptualization of all food and beverage venues, and already has great ideas to make the hotel stand out from the rest with its culinary offerings. Meanwhile, behind the bar, Didda Novandia Supriadi is ready to demonstrate his skills as Head Mixologist of Pullman and ibis Styles Grand Central Bandung.

Pullman Bandung Grand Central (all.accor.com/9109)

Didda Novandia Supriadi

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Avani Loves Vegan

Portobello Steak

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pbeat hoteliers Avani are doing their bit to support healthy lifestyles, even while travel is restricted and their guests are staying at home. Budding at-home chefs can turn out exciting dishes by following the Avani cooking-at-home series on Instagram at @Avani_Hotels or follow the #AvaniLovesVegan hashtag.

To nourish your body, mind and soul and inspire a healthy lifestyle, Avani has collaborated with popular food blogger Tere (@HeyTheresia), who worked with Avani chefs at Avani+ Riverside Bangkok, Avani+ Luang Prabang Hotel and Avani+ Samui Resort to present easy-to-follow vegan recipes on the Avani Instagram feed.

Tere’s four recipes are an umami-packed Grilled Portobello Steak served with a tomatoes, capsicum, zucchini and eggplant, a filling and tasty Tortilla Wrap, a raw version of the ever-popular Pad Thai and her own signature banana pancakes.

Look out for more tips to make staying at home healthier and more enjoyable, including a work from home music playlist, spa treatment at home tips from AvaniSpa and how to start your own DIY hydroponics at home on Avani’s Instagram feed.

(AvaniHotels.com) @Avani_Hotels R aw Pad Thai

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Anantara Escapism

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tay healthy, balanced and happy at home with advice from some of the Anantara Spa wellness experts, who have their pulse on all things related to self-care.

Dr. Gopal Govindasamy, Master of Wellness at Anantara Rasananda, Koh Phangan Villas, Thailand is a naturopathic doctor and yoga expert with expertise in Ayuverda, wellness, nutrition and lifestyle, who recommends eating light, simple healthy food so as not to burden the digestion, as well as staying hydrated with roomtemperature mineral water – no fizzy or energy drinks. In addition, keep up a daily exercise routine with some light yoga or Tai Chi for 45-60 minutes.

Galina Antoniuk, Spa Director at Anantara the Palm Dubai Resort, United Arab Emirates, advocates overall wellbeing by maintaining a routine, using the time you would be commuting for some home fitness, and eating as much fresh fruit and vegetables as possible to maintain a strong immune system. Start the day by drinking the juice of half a lemon squeezed into some warm water, and end the day with a relaxing warm bath to calm body, soul and mind.

Other Anantara spa experts recommend meditation and good sleep, both of which are renowned for relieving stress and tension and boosting both the mood and health. Meditation, in particular, calms the mind, can reduce blood pressure, improves focus and helps you to function better throughout the day.

Follow @anantaraspawellness for more tips.

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Quality Steaks on the Go

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ow you can savour juicy steaks from Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse in the comfort of your own home. As one of the leading steakhouses in Singapore, Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse has mesmerised countless palates and appetites. Its signatures include the outstanding 1.1kg Bistecca alla Fiorentina wagyu T-bone steak served in classic Tuscan fashion.

In support of the “stay home, stay safe” efforts, Bistecca in Singapore is now offering delivery and takeaway services. The offers are available in the evenings for dinner, every day of the week. Delivery is free for purchases above SGD100, and also for orders within 2km regardless of the spend.

Delivery hours are from 5pm to 9pm daily.

You can choose Bistecca’s starters like the burrata, insalata mista or the salumi platter for two, before heading to the heartier selections of pasta and steaks. Side dishes like potato purée, steak fries and a variety of vegetables are also available. And don’t forget about the desserts, tiramisu, sticky date pudding, or even a complete cheese platter.

Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse (bistecca.com.sg)

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Junior at Home

Street-style Tacos

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unior The Pocket Bar has an innovative approach to its menu and, inspired by the ever-changing exhibitions at an art gallery, refreshes its menu every six months.

A dedicated watering hole for appreciative drinkers in Singapore, it offers an ultrapersonalized experience through its carefully crafted cocktails.

DIY Cocktail Kit

While the current conditions prevent people from gathering in public spaces, Junior is keeping spirits high with the launch of Junior at Home so drinkers can still enjoy their favourite tipples and select food menu items from the comfort of their living rooms.

Featuring a selection of bottled cocktails and DIY food kits, the menu will be updated on a regular basis and feature

some classic throwbacks. All cocktails are pre-mixed, properly diluted and arrive ready-to-drink. To order, message the team through Instagram, text or WhatsApp on (+65) 81211462. Orders are taken daily, with free delivery available for orders of SGD130 and above.

Junior The Pocket Bar @juniorthepocketbar

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Tea with a View

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ith an idyllic location at the Hong Kong Museum of Art, modern Australian restaurant Hue makes the most of its exquisite panoramic views to create the perfect setting for its Aussieinspired afternoon tea.

Featuring the iconic flavours and pastries of the land Down Under, the afternoon

tea is available every Saturday and Sunday from 3.30pm to 5pm. Priced at HKD680++ for two, it includes a tea set to share and a choice of tea or coffee. The stunning selection showcases a range of creative sweet and savoury delights, such as homemade Ray’s scones, Rangers Valley beef skewers, South Australian spanner crab, Meyer lemon curd tartlet, mini pavlova and much more.

To ensure guest safety in the current situation, guests in pairs will be seated facing the harbour to maintain a safe distance and benefit from the captivating view. Moreover, the restaurant is helping to strengthen guests’ health with its complimentary immune-boosting juice shot or homemade soup of the day upon guests’ arrival.

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Afternoon Tea Set

Made-to-Order at The Langham, Hong Kong

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he Langham, Hong Kong is re-opening The Food Gallery on 5 May with elevated madeto-order dining and meticulous hygiene protocols to ensure a safe experience in its refined setting.

the body. A highlight of this delectable made-to-order feast is, perhaps, the grill station, or for those with a sweet tooth, the individually plated desserts. For reservations and enquiries, phone (+852)

While fundamental measures have been implemented, like reducing the restaurant’s capacity to allow for more space between guests, and additional cleaning and sterilisation, The Langham, Hong Kong has gone beyond, selecting dishes that boost body strength, are especially healthy and nutritious, and, as always, exquisitely tempting.

Bottled detox beverages boost the health, steamed-to-order seafood is high in nutrients, the Hawaiian-style poke bowls are light and refreshing and offer superfoods and seafood, while a range of luscious Asian and international dishes, like poached lobster, Peking duck and wok-fried delights, tempt the palate and MADE-TO-ORDER GOURMET SELECTION

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Mamaka by Ovolo Coming to Kuta

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volo Group, a design savvy company with hotels in Australia and Hong Kong, is opening on Kuta’s beachfront in late 2020. Famed for its playful aesthetic and design-driven style, the Ovolo brand has unveiled its By Ovolo Collective, where each hotel will be unique, special and have plenty to explore.

The Kuta hotel, Mamaka by Ovolo, is part of the collective and will have a distinct Indonesian twist with touches of ancient Balinese culture combining with the group’s iconic vibrant, dynamic spaces. Designed in unison with ara design International, expect vibrant colours, traditional Balinese textiles, weaving, natural materials and lanterneffect lighting.

Girish Jhunjhnuwala, Founder & CEO of Ovolo Group noted, “Convention was not considered, this is our take on a resort. It will be a playground for travellers through food and drink with attitude, wellness and activities, a surf school and shop, and a little self-indulgence – guests won’t want to leave! This urban resort will bring a

killer experience to Kuta, adding to its current and growing vibe.”

Offering 191 designer rooms and suites, the hotel will have the island’s highest rooftop pool club – with 270-degree views of the Bali’s beaches –, an in-house surf school, as well as an innovative take on wellness that includes a horizontal climbing wall, circuit

training and mechanical surfboard for core strength. Pampering is the order-of-the-day with a fun unisex salon, for which the team hints, “think bubbles and blow, negroni and nails or barber and bourbon”. Outstanding food and drink will make Mamaka by Ovolo a dining destination in its own right.

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To commemorate the holy month of Ramadan in the peace and comfort of your own home, we have curated select dining destinations that offer delivery and takeaway services so that you can enjoy top-notch cuisine from the hottest restaurants with your loved ones at home.

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Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta

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amed for its unrivalled elegance, Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta is celebrating the holy month of Ramadan in style. For the whole month, the hotel is running its newest dining experience, Iftar 2 Go. Specially made by the team of chefs, this new service allows customers to have a memorable breakfasting with their loved ones. Offering four different set meals, guests get to choose their favourite dishes from Indonesian classics to Middle Eastern fare.

Another one to highlight is the hotel’s Ramadan hampers. Beautifully crafted to bring joy and happiness to your closest friends and colleagues, these hampers are filled with delicacies that include kue lapis (layer cake), premium dates, baklava and a host of other organic, sustainable staples.

Order through #FSCHAT on WhatsApp at (+62) 2122771888.

Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta (fourseasons.com/jakarta) Iftar 2 Go Selection

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InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah

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ocated in one of Jakarta’s most exclusive areas, InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah is welcoming the holy month with a slew of exciting promotions. The hotel is inviting diners to bring the taste of Sugar & Spice home with its Let Us Come to You service. Savour iftar classic dishes such as

Iftar Offerings

lamb ouzi with mandi rice, slow-cooked beef rendang and sate kambing Maranggi.

Not to be outdone, the pastry team is creating special hampers filled with cakes, artisanal cookies and sweets.

For the Eid al-Fitr holiday, families get to enjoy special room packages that

start at IDR2,399,000++ per night. This package allows guests to stay in one of the beautifully appointed Classic Rooms, with daily complimentary breakfast for two adults and two children and F&B credit of IDR300,000.

InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah (jakartapondokindah.intercontinental.com)

R amadan Hampers & Cakes

The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place

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o create a memorable Ramadan, The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place is bringing the taste of PASOLA Restaurant straight to your dining room. Ideal for iftar and breaking the fast, the selection includes chocolate baklava, kolak pisang, raspberry swirl baked, as well as main dishes, such as buntut balado, braised kambing guling, lamb leg, tongseng sapi, barramundi bumbu woku and more. The food is delivered by a car service and is prepared to the highest standards of cleanliness.

Ramadan is also the perfect time for gift giving. To express gratitude and share the happiness, send the hotel’s special hampers or gift cards that can be redeemed for room nights, spa treatments and of course, F&B.

Chocolate Baklava

In the #spirittogive, the hotel is also committed to donating a portion of total sales to selected orphanages in Jakarta. Also, for every iftar delivery, the hotel will give one iftar meal box to the delivery driver. For more info and the complete menu, please visit the hotel's social media at @ritzcarltonpacificplace.

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Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta

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ring the family together in this blessed month of Ramadan with culinary treats from ShangriLa Hotel, Jakarta to sate your appetite without having to leave your home.

Especially curated to please the senses, there are a myriad of exciting Ramadan dishes from SATOO and JIA.

The delivery menu includes special iftar treats for individuals or families, with the package for individuals consisting of ayam panggang madu, dates, white rice and omelette. While the family package comprises eight courses that can feed up to four people.

Beautiful hampers are also available for the perfect gift, filled with all-time favourites including pineapple cookies, kaasstengels, chocolate cookies and more. Available for delivery every day, place your order by WhatsApp at (+62) 87875666264.

Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta (shangri-la.com/jakarta)

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Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada

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ring the taste of the world to your house with Ramadan to Go by Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada. With a wide selection of multi-cultural dishes, customers get to choose their favourites, ranging from Indonesian, to Arabian and international cuisine in set and Ă la carte menus.

Duta CafĂŠ & Restaurant has prepared comfort foods made-to-order for unforgettable breakfasting. On the menu, signature dishes include hummus, chicken shawarma, mixed seafood and sharmulla sauce, saffron rice with herbs, nasi rendang, gado-gado, lamb kebuli, mustard lemon and rosemary chicken.

Indonesian classic sweets include kolak, biji salak, es cendol, es buah and fritters.

Also this Ramadan, the hotel is offering hampers filled with festive classic treats, such as nastar (pineapple cookies), kaasstengel, putri salju, cat’s tongue cookies, chocolate cookies, chocolate chip cookies, sago cookies and much more.

Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada (holidayinn.com) Assorted Culinary Offerings

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Gran Melià Jakarta

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favourite among travellers who frequent the city, Gran Melià Jakarta is much more than just a comfortable place to stay, boasting a fine selection of culinary options that include Asian favourites and international fare. With the current situation limiting travel and being away from home, the hotel is offering a new dining experience with its home delivery.

Specially packed in bento boxes, diners can choose their favourite meals from dining outlets Yoshi Izakaya, Tien Chao and Café Gran Via. For a taste of something local, the hotel’s rendang and nasi goreng are deservedly popular, while Yoshi Izakaya is offering its signature beef teriyaki and oyakodon.

Orders are taken daily from 11am to 7pm through WhatsApp on (+62) 81197100712.

All bento boxes are freshly cooked daily with high-quality ingredients and following the highest standards of cleanliness to ensure guests’ safety.

Gran Melià Jakarta (granmelia.com)

R amadan Bento

The Dharmawangsa Jakarta

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ituated in one of Jakarta’s most exclusive areas, The Dharmawangsa Jakarta has long been a favourite for gourmands seeking to satisfy their craving for five-star Indonesian cuisine.

Using only the best ingredients crafted by a highly talented team of chefs, the restaurants always offer a memorable meal to their discerning diners.

While the current situation is not ideal for a big meal out with the family, this luxury hotel is offering to bring its signature dishes straight to your dining room. Providing iftar family packages, as well as personal meal boxes, customers are in for a treat.

In addition to these packages is a range of favourites, such as sop buntut, iga panggang madu, nasi liwet and more, all available on the à la carte menu.

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Available for delivery every day, orders are taken by WhatsApp at (+62) 8111025999 or (+62) 87780728369. Enjoy free delivery for the neighbouring area with a minimum order of IDR500,000.

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Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta

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otel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta is known for its excellence in hospitality, culinary offerings and more, and especially for its wide range of dining destinations.

Discerning diners have been flocking to the hotel for years to enjoy international fare at The Café and bleu8, Japanese at Edogin, Chinese at Table8, French and Pan-Asian at Orient8 and Italian at il Mare.

Now, to continue its efforts to deliver consistently high-quality products and services, Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta brings dishes from the aforementioned restaurants to the comfort of your home sweet home. All you have to do is dial the hotel’s hotline number, and you can choose from almost 100 dishes delivered to your house, from Indonesian, Indian and Thai, to Japanese, Italian and Chinese culinary delights.

You can also savour an iftar meal by placing your order 24 hours in advance.

This comprises authentic Indonesian appetiser, soup, main course, condiments, dessert, and special kolak made by the Mulia’s esteemed chefs. You can also collect your order yourself at the hotel’s Car Call Station. All the aforementioned restaurants remain in operation and will serve guests at Table8, following the government’s restrictions and guidelines concerning guest safety, security, comfort and well-being.

Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta (themulia.com)

Assorted Culinary Offerings

The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali

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he world-famed and multiaward winning The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali is globally renowned for its outstanding offers and unrivalled service. The establishment takes the excellence up a notch with the launch of its new promotion, allowing diners to relish delectable Mulia Bali signature culinary offerings at home.

Food connoisseurs having to stay at home now can choose from over 50 delectable dishes courtesy of Mulia Bali’s signature restaurants. Offering delightful fare, from Asian to Western favourites, you can choose from the extensive array of gastronomic delights, such as simple salads, barbequed beef short ribs, and even Indonesian favourites like tahu tek and nasi Bali.

The team has also prepared simple and kid-friendly dishes for your young ones.

In addition, Mulia Deli is showcasing its freshly baked goods, including dinner rolls, sourdough bread, baguettes, croissants, and signature sandwiches and burgers, like 24

Hearty soup, Fresh Salad & Assorted Artisan Breads

the Reuben sandwich, rotisserie chicken sandwich and the special M Burger.

to its website. Choose from the hassle-free drive thru or delivery options, et voila!

The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali You can place your order and find more information by phoning Mulia Bali or heading (themulia.com)

MAURI restaurant

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ith the ongoing situation, MAURI restaurant has adapted to offer dine-in, takeaway and delivery options. The intimate restaurant offers limited in-house seating from Friday to Sunday each week for lunch and dinner for the full Mauri experience and its divine cuisine. However, if you choose to spend the weekend at home, you can still celebrate with Mauri At Home, available from Friday to Sunday each week from 11.30am to 8.30pm for takeaway or delivery.

Chef Maurizio and his team have brought that special Mauri touch to the Italian classics found on the Mauri At Home service, which includes a selection of prepared set menus and Ă la carte dishes, complete with plating tips.

The special menu changes each week and is posted on Tuesdays for takeout and deliveries from Friday to Sunday. Be sure to order at least one day in advance, by email or WhatsApp. Mauri Restaurant (mauri-restaurant.com)

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Gourmet Easy

tandoori chicken skewers

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o you ever want to whip up hearty, refined cuisine, like luscious red wine, beef and mushroom stew, but cooking is not really your forte? Fret not as Gourmet Easy is here to, well, make gourmet easy for you. The system is simple, you place your order today to be delivered the next day between 9am and 1pm.

Gourmet Easy offers an array of scrumptious dishes that you can just

reheat, sear, fry, or grill and serve. The dishes are divided into five categories, braised, stews and curries; soups; stirfries, pasta and pasta sauces; and grilled and deep fried.

Being the culinary wiz for your family is just one phone call away, and you can also place your order via Gourmet Easy’s Facebook page or Instagram. The dishes on offer are varied, for example, hunters-style braised chicken with

mashed potato, coconut chicken laksa with Asian vegetables and egg noodles, and Indian lamb curry with parata bread and mint yoghurt sauce. Other highlights include minestrone soup with Italian style crouton, sweet and sour pork stirfry, Napoli ratatouille pasta sauce and spaghetti, and crumbed chicken nuggets with sweet chilli sauce.

Gourmet Easy @gourmeteasy.bali

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up close & Personal

Marco Violano

Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta

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A newcomer to the culinary scene in Indonesia, Marco Violano has honed his skills in many luxury kitchens around the world. Before moving to Indonesia, the Italian from Puglia was part of the team awarded one Michelin star for both Mio and Cai Yi Xuan restaurants at Four Seasons Hotel Beijing.

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By Rizky Adityo : How would you describe your style of cooking?

Marco Violano: For me, cooking is like composing a song, where each note has to complement the others. In this case, the notes are the ingredients, which are brought together to create such diverse and exciting flavours. Although my style of cooking is very traditional, I still try to be mindful to a certain extent of the current trends.

Cooking is also like art, where the art of plating plays a big part too. : Being Italian, how big of an influence is your family cooking on your own creations?

M: It influenced me a lot! I was born and raised in the south of Italy, where the heart of the house is the kitchen. As a family, we always hang out in the kitchen, it’s like being born there. The lives of Italians usually revolve around food and the kitchen. I learned how to cook from the women in my life, because my mother and grandmother are prime examples of Italian housewives who prioritise cooking and taking care of the family. : Do you still remember the first time your mother taught you to cook?

M: I do. I was very young and always trying

to help my mother in the kitchen during school breaks. Then, when I was 14 years old, I got a job at a pastry shop below our house. I worked there for four to five years and learned a lot. As I grew up, my father wanted me to go to school and into business, but I quit and now have been working in the kitchen for almost 27 years. : You have travelled the world and tasted many different cuisines, what is the most interesting food that you have ever eaten?

M: Personally, my grandmother’s eggplants will always be my favourite food. But when I moved to Malaysia, I discovered the beauty of Southeast Asian cuisine. I also love everything that is raw, like sashimi, because you really get to taste the true flavour of the food. : As an executive chef, you have the freedom to create a whole new different experience for diners. Do you see that as a challenge?

M: No, because the most beautiful thing that can happen as a chef is to create new dining experiences for guests. I personally believe that as a chef, I have the responsibility to introduce new flavours to my guests. Of course, it can go both

ways, where one might like it and another doesn’t. I take that experience and make myself do better as a chef. Being the executive chef means you have a team that is willing to work with you to create something magical. Good teamwork is the key to a happy kitchen. : Who has been your biggest mentor in the culinary world?

M: I would have to say Sergio Mei. He’s a chef at Four Seasons Hotel Milan. He told me that every ingredient has a soul and needs to be respected. He is also very famous in Italy and has written around 12 books. : Indonesia has a bountiful choice of exotic spices and ingredients, is there one specific thing that you have been trying to conquer or use?

M: I would say kaffir lime. The smell of it is very addictive to me. : In your own words, what is the best thing about being a chef?

M: The freedom of creativity in the kitchen. When you are working in the kitchen, there is always excess food that you can turn into something great. For example, we had some extra tofu that we recreated into a delicious dish. : If you had to choose only one dish to have for the rest of your life, what would it be?

M: It would still be my grandmother’s eggplants. The dish itself is very simple, she uses leftover eggplants and leftover bread with fresh basil and tomatoes, with raisins on top. Just thinking about it brings me back to my childhood. My grandmother is 98 years old and she still cooks. Whenever she’s cooking, nobody dares to bother her! : Do you have any advice for budding chefs?

M: My advice is to have a good balance between your work and personal life, but when your work life becomes your life then it’s best. And also, never give up and don’t waste your time. Always work with passion, from the heart.

Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta (fourseasons.com/jakarta)

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Chef's Talk

Yuda Bustara

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Renowned chef Yuda Bustara honed his skills in prestigious bistros and fine dining destinations in Malaysia, and the Crown Casino Hotel in Melbourne, Australia, before coming home to Jakarta to help his father’s vegan restaurant. Currently the Culinary Diplomat for Indonesia, Yuda is also famed for his TV show Urban Cook on the Asian Food Channel and his collaborative private dining service Tree Food Concept. In his spare time, he shared what it’s like to adjust to living at home.

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By Runi Indrani : How much has your daily life changed with this situation and the stay-at-home appeal?

Yuda: It has changed a lot. As a chef, I went from working in a commercial kitchen to having to stay at home. I can’t even shoot for my TV shows and my YouTube channel, so everything has to be postponed until the WFH (work from home) appeal ends. That being said, I always try to be productive by creating new recipes or short cooking videos that I can post to provide content for my followers. : In a time when maintaining a healthy lifestyle is paramount, how do you implement this in your life?

Y: As someone who handles food for work, it’s always important to pay attention to personal hygiene. Since I work in a commercial kitchen, I’m used to paying extra attention to clean nails and wearing

a hairnet when cooking. I carry these kinds of habits into my daily life, including washing my hands before preparing food.

In terms of the food I consume, I try to choose that with higher nutritional value.

Many people prefer to eat instant food at home, but I think nutritious fresh goods are what we need.

Y: Sop buntut, nasi goreng, or even just corned beef and sunny-side-up egg. Ever since WFH was implemented, I have limited going grocery shopping to once a week, so I choose simpler ingredients. As most people would, I choose to cook my meals myself to make sure they are clean and hygienic.

: What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home?

Y: I’m not an expert in producing my own cooking videos, but the situation has encouraged me to learn to do this without my team. I try to upload one new recipe video daily, showcasing simple and healthy food on my Instagram account @yudabustara. I want to encourage my followers to learn how to cook.

: Do you have any kitchen tips for the readers at home?

Y: Learn to cook or try anything new during WFH. You can organise your kitchen so that it’s neater and more efficient, or try arranging meal prep to make your daily activities easier.

I usually go grocery shopping once a week, I cook all the ingredients, pack them in containers, and store them in the freezer. Any time I want to eat, I just reheat the food. It’s really practical compared to having to cook each and every single day.

: What dishes do you like to cook at home?

Rice Cooker Sop Buntut Ingredients: • • • • • • • •

2 tomatoes 2 carrots ginger, charred cinnamon cloves nutmeg shallot 6 large pieces of oxtail

To season • Green onions, chopped • 1 tsp salt • 1 tsp pepper • 1 tsp sugar Method: 1. Put all main ingredients, excluding seasoning, in the rice cooker.

2. Add 1 litre of water.

3. Set the rice cooker to cook and cook for two cycles.

4. Add chopped green onions, salt, pepper and sugar. Stir well.

5. Add fried garlic right before serving.

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Chef's Talk

Rafael Gil

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Chef Rafa, Director of Culinary at Keraton at The Plaza, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Jakarta, has a vivacious personality, as well as a deep passion and undoubted talent in the kitchen, which has won him many fans through his career. This includes stints in Michelin-starred restaurants, luxury five-star hotels and as a contestant in The Final Table on Netflix.

Previously, for his Rafa’s Private Kitchen, he created masterpieces for discerning gourmands. Now, during this uncertain situation, he is posting recipes daily on Instagram (@rafafgil). Exquisite Taste talked to him about enjoying staying at home.

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By Amanda O’Connor : You’ve been posting delicious comfort food recipes on your Instagram, often with your young daughter helping out. It looks like you’re having a lot of fun during lockdown.

Rafael: I’ve actually started cooking with my daughter because of the lockdown. All the facilities where we live have been closed, so I can’t take her to the playground or even swimming. So I decided to try involving her with what I love to do. The big surprise for me has been discovering her own passion for cooking. It’s been great fun to see how she has reacted. She loves copying me, especially with making bread! : What are you cooking at home for your family during lockdown?

R: I try to cook a bit of everything, including what I am posting on Instagram.

It’s been a surprise for me to see how many people are enjoying these posts and asking for the recipes. It seems lots of people are trying to cook new things at home. I’m

NY Cookies Ingredients

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115g butter 80g brown sugar 80g white sugar 150g milk chocolate pieces 100g dark chocolate pieces 250g flour 3g bicarbonate of soda 5g salt 10g baking powder 1 egg

Method

making Brazilian recipes too, from my hometown, as well as comfort food that we can all enjoy. : What advice would you like to share with our readers about eating healthy at home?

R: I think that one thing we are all learning so that we can stay safe from the virus is that we have to strengthen our bodies and our immune systems now. Eating only junk food and heavy comfort food without much protein and good nutrition is just not good for us. We have to eat healthy, nutritious food. At home, I eat a lot of rice, but we cook it half and half combined with quinoa so that it has plenty of protein too and is not entirely carbohydrate. I also eat a lot of fruit at home, this is very common in Brazil and easy to do in Indonesia, too. It is also important to eat lots of salads and vegetables. Nowadays it is very easy to get things like chia seeds – and other such seeds – in the supermarket. This is what I do at home.

: Have you discovered any new hobbies while you’ve been staying at home with your family?

R: I have never watched much TV because my life in the kitchen is really busy, but now I am discovering Netflix. Being at home with my family all the time means that I am finding out what my daughter loves to do.

I’m playing games with her at home, like hide and seek, and other simple games. This is the beautiful thing from this lockdown. : What do you do to stay positive at home while we are restricted from going out?

R: These restrictions have meant that we can focus on our family and our home, whereas before we didn’t have the time and our focus was more outside the house. Spending time with my wife and my daughter, talking to them and doing things together is the best.

I can take the time to do things that make them happy even when we are spending our entire time at home.

4. Add the chocolate pieces and stir in until well mixed.

5. Take 100g to 125g cookie dough in your hand and shape into a ball. Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Repeat until all dough is finished.

6. Place in the freezer for at least 1 hour.

7. Preheat the oven to 200C, with a baking tray with parchment paper in the oven.

Place the frozen cookie dough balls onto the baking tray, leaving plenty of space between them.

8. Bake for 17-20 minutes.

9. Remove from the oven and leave to cool for about 15 minutes.

1. Mix butter, brown and white sugars Options until well combined.

2. Add the egg, mix well until the colour is 1. Replace 100g chocolate with chopped nuts. slightly paler.

3. Stir in the flour, salt, bicarbonate of soda 2. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place small amounts of nutella. and baking powder until just mixed.

Place in the freezer for a couple of minutes so that it is firm. Make a hole in each ball of dough, add nutella, then re-form the ball.

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Chef's Talk

Vindex Tengker

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A highly notable figure in the culinary scene, chef Vindex Tengker has honed his skills in many top kitchens around the world. From working in luxury hotels to serving as Vice President for Inflight Service at Garuda Indonesia, the hard-working man is now making the most of his free time to create lasting memories with his family.

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By Rizky Adityo : What is your daily activity now that you’re spending more time at home?

Vindex: I am loving this time at home because I get to spend it with my family.

Since the lockdown, we have been cooking together more, especially lunch. Besides that, I’m still doing my F&B consulting at home, as well as selling baked goods, which are freshly made every day. I have also been getting a lot of requests to create online cooking lessons, so I am trying out live sessions with my followers on Instagram. With the world going digital, it’s a fun way to share our ideas and recipes.

People get to learn and recreate everything they see at home. : How are you managing to stay healthy while at home? Can you share some tips?

V: Being at home, I try to keep physically moving. In the morning, I usually start by walking around the neighbourhood, with

: What are you cooking at home for your family during lockdown?

V: Beside pastry and bakery, I’m making old recipes from my grandmother. Mostly Manadonese cuisine, but it’s the stuff that you grew up with that has those lasting memories. We also try to mix it up once in a while with some international dishes, such as : You’ve been posting delicious food pasta, steak or Korean-inspired fried chicken! on your Instagram lately, how many new recipes have you tried? : While we know this situation is V: I don’t really do many new recipes, difficult, is there something you are but I have been trying to perfect my especially enjoying? baking skills with sourdough bread. I have V: In life, we have to find the positive things been a chef for 31 years now, but it all in a difficult situation. While being busy is started in the hot kitchen where I mainly good, we sometime forget about what really created savoury dishes. My passion for matters the most, which is family. I am making bread started in 1996, when I was truly enjoying this time at home to be with working for Four Seasons in Los Angeles. my family, at the same time recharging the After a while, I started to miss it. Now, energy that I have been spending for the last I can proudly say that I am pretty good three decades. Moreover, I am also using at baking. this time to be spiritually closer to God, and to fully understand the meaning of life. my mask on, of course. In the afternoon, if I can, I’ll cycle to the nearest shop to buy necessities. Eating healthy food is also important, try to drink freshly made juices that are full of vitamins. Getting a good night’s sleep and living a full happy life will also lead to a healthy lifestyle.

Korean Fried Chicken Ingredients • 800g chicken, cut into 10 pcs Batter: • 128g all-purpose flour • 3 tbsp corn starch • 1/2 cup water Sauce: • 1 tbsp sesame oil • 1 tbsp garlic paste • 1 tbsp ginger, grated • 4 cups water • 3 tbsp sugar • 3 tbsp BBQ sauce • 2 tbsp Gochujang (Korean chilli sauce) • 1 tbsp light soya sauce Method: 1. Make the batter by mixing all ingredients in a bowl and set aside.

2. To make the sauce cook sesame oil, garlic and ginger for 40 seconds in a microwave or in a saucepan.

3. Mix the rest of the sauce ingredients with the garlic and ginger sesame paste.

4. Fry the chicken twice. First dip lightly in batter and fry in mediumhot oil until cooked and light brown. Drain excess oil and set aside.

5. Then, once again, dip the cooked chicken in the batter and fry again until golden brown. Drain excess oil.

6. Dip the still hot twice-cooked chicken in the sauce to glaze. It is ready to eat, however, if you want to caramelize the glaze, then place the glazed chicken on a tray and bake in the oven at 180C for 10 minutes.

7. Serve hot with steamed rice.

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Chef's Talk

Chandra Yudasswara

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A true entrepreneur and a prominent figure in the Indonesian cooking scene, chef Chandra Yudasswara is using his time at home to help those fighting on the frontlines. Believing that happiness comes from within, he shares his thoughts on how we should appreciate life as never before.

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By Rizky Adityo : What is your daily activity now that you’re spending more time at home?

Chandra: With the government encouraging people to stay home in this situation, I am still supervising a few restaurants that are trying to survive this delicate state, but I’m doing it from my home. In case they need help with anything, they can still video chat me or reach me through my mobile. At the moment, we are mainly doing special food orders to donate to charities and hospitals, because I feel the happiest when I can help others, especially those who are fighting this current situation.

I also do a lot of short cooking videos on social media. It’s a fun way to connect with

my followers and help them figure out what : What is your favourite comfort to cook for the day. Their feedback has been food these days? fantastic!

C: There are so many to choose! But for me personally, the best comfort food is something that brings warmth to the heart, : How are you managing to stay like homemade chicken soup or beef rib healthy while at home? Could you soup. These are definitely great examples of share some tips? true Indonesian comfort food.

C: By keeping myself happy, no matter what the situation. I believe being happy is the easiest way to keep healthy. With : We know this situation is difficult, this free time at home, I get to spend more but is there something you are time with my kids and just be around my especially enjoying? family, who always bring joy to my life.

C: Mostly spending time with my family.

We get to cook and eat together, and I now have the chance to teach my kids to they are also helping me clean out the cook, although not with an open flame yet. house too.

We are making our own martabak because they love to eat it.

Indonesian Beef Stew Ingredients • • • • • • • • • •

600g beef topside, cut into chunks 25g ginger 30g galangal 3 pcs lemongrass 2 bay leaves 2 potatoes, cut into chunks 110g sweet soy sauce 700ml beef or chicken stock 75g palm sugar Salt and pepper to taste

Seasoning • 100g shallots • 50g garlic • 25g candlenut • 2g coriander seeds • 1g cumin seeds • 2g cinnamon powder • 1g clove powder Method 1. Blend all seasoning ingredients into a paste, then sauté until fragrant.

2. Put all the ingredients, excluding the potatoes, into a saucepan and mix.

3. Cook on medium heat until the meat is tender.

4. Add the potatoes and cook until potatoes are done.

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Chef's Talk

Agung Gede

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A respected and much-loved figure in the culinary world, Agung Gede barely needs further introduction. As the executive chef of The St. Regis Bali Resort for many years, he has won the hearts of many discerning diners and, yes, awards and accolades too. Now that he is spending more time at home, he shared his favourite activities, as well as a recipe too!

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By Runi Indrani : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily activities?

Agung: There have been quite some changes, obviously I spend more time at home now, although the hotel is still open.

The positive outcome of this situation is that I get to spend more time with my children, as opposed to when I spent more time at work. : What kind of activities do you do now that you spend more time at home?

A: I like being busy, that’s what keeps me motivated. I like to keep in touch with my team and to motivate them, it’s really important for me to strengthen their mentality. I also like to share some food pictures on my social media to fill my time.

Cooking is not only my profession but also my hobby, so that’s what I do at home, and

I get the chance to teach my kids to cook something simple and basic, and more importantly, to have fun doing it too.

I exercise in the morning by walking around my housing estate for 45 minutes.

With the extreme weather we have been having lately, we must remember to drink a lot of water. Eat well, have enough rest, and don’t give in to laziness! Consuming balanced nutrition can help you be fit.

Most importantly, don’t forget to maintain personal hygiene.

: What kind of dishes are you teaching your kids to make?

A: Basic breakfast eggs any style, pasta dishes, and simple baking that we do together. My second son is really into it, while my oldest kid prefers to eat and give his critique. My youngest one is just hungry : Is there a simple recipe that you and asks what we’re cooking all the time. It’s can share with our readers to try at never boring at home. home?

A: I’m currently in the process of making a video series for the St. Regis, Refined : In a time when it’s important to Home Cooking by Chef AG, that will be maintain your health more than ever, available on the hotel’s Instagram account how do you stay healthy and stressand YouTube channel. Here, I am going to free? share a recipe for pan-seared red mullet fillet A: I believe we have to be able to control that you can try at home. our stress level, because otherwise it can negatively affect our immune system.

Pan-Seared Red Mullet Fillet With Heirloom Tomato, Leek, Shimeji Mushroom, Onion Petal, Cilantro and Lemon Butter Sauce Ingredients: • 150g red mullet fillet • 1 heirloom tomato • 2 organic leeks, steamed and cut in half lengthways • 50g shimeji mushrooms, cleaned • ½ baby onion • 25g cilantro • ½ lemon • 50ml white wine

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1 clove of garlic 50g unsalted butter olive oil salt and crushed black pepper

Method: 1. Season fish with salt and pepper, and pan-sear in olive oil. Make sure the skin is crispy. Turn when the fish is 80 percent cooked and keep to the side of

that pan. Add chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant. Then add wine, continue with butter and lemon juice. Finish with chopped cilantro. Spoon lemon butter sauce quickly over the fish, then remove from stove.

2. Heat pan and add olive oil. Pan-sear tomato first until it is well roasted. Do the same for the mushrooms, onion and leek, then season with salt and crushed black pepper.

3. Arrange the vegetables on the plate and place the fish on top. Drizzle with lemon butter sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes from the chef: • All the ingredients should be based on what is currently available in the chef ’s home refrigerator.

• Cilantro is optional if you prefer to have an Asian aromatic herb to enhance the classic taste.

• Happy cooking!

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Chef's Talk

Maurizio Bombini

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Long-time Bali resident and renowned chef Maurizio Bombini opened his own restaurant, MAURI, in 2018, after a stellar career in the kitchens of various five-star luxury hotels. An immediate hit, running MAURI has meant that he is always busy and on his feet. Exquisite Taste asked him how he is adjusting to the new normal.

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By Amanda O’Connor : What are your daily activities now that you’re spending more time at home?

Maurizio: I try to maintain a routine.

I do yoga in the morning three times a week with my wife and I keep my mind busy as well! I brought all my books and my computer home so I can concentrate on creating new menus for when MAURI restaurant opens again, as well as for our new concept, MAURI AT HOME. It requires a lot of research and time to find the right dishes that can be delivered outside the restaurant while maintaining a high quality. After my work hours, I spend my evenings cooking traditional dishes and simple recipes at home, watching TV series that I never had time to watch before, or walking our dogs around our home.

: How are you managing to stay healthy while at home? Could you share some tips?

M: I try to avoid heavy meals and stick to a Mediterranean diet, avoiding processed food, fried food and fatty sauces using butter or cream. My tip: try to prioritize recipes with 80 percent fresh vegetables and 20 percent animal protein, like chicken or fish, and eat fresh fruit.

especially enjoying?

M: Spending time at home is something that I have really appreciated since I was a kid because we were always in my parent’s restaurant when I was younger. As a child, staying home when the restaurant was closed was a very special time. Today I feel exactly the same. I’m usually always outside or in the restaurant, so I am trying to fully enjoy this time.

: What is your favorite comfort food these days? Would you mind sharing the recipe?

M: Pasta with seafood. When I have the chance to do the grocery shopping, I especially buy fresh seafood and fish to prepare my favourite seafood ragout pasta.

: Have you discovered any new hobbies while you’ve been at home more?

M: Not really! I’m actually still busy with the new concept of MAURI AT HOME and working on new ideas for MAURI restaurant to prepare for the re-opening. We hope this situation will end very soon. mauri-restaurant.com @mauri_restaurant

: While we know this situation is unusual, is there something you are

Cavatelli Seafood Ragout Ingredients Cavatelli Dough • 300g pasta flour • 150g semola • 250g water • 10g olive oil, extra virgin • 5g Salt

Seafood Ragout • 200g Manilla clams • 200g wild shrimp • 200g octopus, cooked • 200g squid • 50g cherry tomato, diced • 20g garlic, crushed • 1500g lobster stock • 150g clam stock • 10g basil • Salt • White pepper Lemon Zest Candy • 3 pcs lemon skin • 200g water • 50g sugar COMPONENTS : • • • • • •

Cavatelli dough Cherry tomato Clam stock Prawn stock Seafood ragout (shrimp, squid, clam, octopus) Chopped parsley

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Cannelini bean Cannelini puree

Method Cavatelli Dough 1. Mix together flours and salt on a clean surface.

Make a well in the centre and gradually add the water and oil, working flours into the centre until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add more water. Knead dough until smooth and it springs back when gently pressed, about 5 minutes. Rest for 30 minutes.

2. Sprinkle 2 rimmed baking sheets with semolina flour. Divide dough into 8 pieces; keep covered with plastic wrap. Roll one piece at a time into a long rope, about 85mm in diameter, then cut rope into 85mm-long pieces. Using tips of index and middle fingers, firmly press each piece and pull dough toward you so it lengthens slightly and forms a curl in the middle. Transfer pieces to baking sheets. Repeat with remaining dough.

3. Cavatelli can be refrigerated, covered, for up to 4 hours. Or freeze on the sheet; once frozen, transfer to a resealable bag and freeze for up to 3 months. There is no need to thaw before cooking.

Seafood Ragout 1. Saute the clams with crushed garlic, for 30 second , deglaze with white wine and cook until until the clams are open, strain the stock, keep separately and leave to cool.

2. Cook the cherry tomatoes over a medium heat, add lobster and clam stock 3. Dice the shrimp, octopus and squid into

small pieces and marinate with extra virgin olive oil, salt and white pepper.

4. Pan-fry the garlic until golden, then add all the seafood. After few seconds, add seafoodtomato sauce and cook for 1 minute. Then add remaining seafood.

Lemon Zest Candy 1. Julienne the lemon zest.

2. Quickly blanch 3 times in boiling water.

Then blanch in sugar syrup until cooked.

3. Leave to cool.

Final Step 1. Cook the cavatelli in saltwater for 3 minutes.

2. Mix with the sauce and cook for another 3 minutes.

3. Transfer onto a plate and garnish with lemon zest candy.

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Inspiring INSIGHTS

Take a peek at the dynamic lives of respected and influential names in the entertainment, business and banking industries, and see how they keep their attitude positive, their lives going and their business running while overcoming challenges.

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INSIGHTS

: How are you doing with the current situation and having to stay at home?

Jennifer: The current situation isn’t easy. The whole world, and all of us, are affected by the circumstances. That being said, we should stay happy, healthy, active and also mentally well during selfquarantine. : What’s your secret to a healthier lifestyle?

J: I have been a vegan for around three years now and I’m loving it!

My body feels great, I feel strong and happy. Currently my exercise routine is my own home workouts, which I post on my YouTube channel under my name. I’ve made a workout plan for each week, starting the end of March, so that my followers can join in and stay active. The videos are short yet effective workouts that everyone can do from home. They start from a quick 10-minute booty workout, to a quick HIIT session, and much more. I try to implement my lifestyle with my children, and they love it. You can see in some of my videos that my son and daughter join my workouts.

Jennifer Bachdim Model and influential figure Jennifer Bachdim has been practicing a healthy lifestyle even before the world situation got challenging. She shared her workout routines and the secret to maintaining a healthier way of life with us.

: Do you have any tips for those who would like to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

J: The secret is definitely being motivated, dedicating yourself to a healthier way of life, and seeing or feeling the benefits from actually living that healthy lifestyle. Once you have experienced a healthy lifestyle and its benefits, you won’t go back, I promise! It’s so rewarding for your body, your mind and your soul to take care of what you’re eating and to be active. @jenniferbachdim

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Jakarta and Bali have had to close down for now, but we are trying to look for other ways. People can still shop online or use our personal shopper facility. Our restaurant Biku is open again today for takeaways and delivery. Guests can also dine in, so we try to make it as comfortable as possible – with hand-washing facilities at the front, enough distancing and paying attention to cleanliness and hygiene. Yes, my life is going through changes, I only go out if it’s really urgent, and even so, I take precautions, like wearing a mask, bringing a hand sanitiser and washing my hands whenever I can.

That said, I try to refrain from being over paranoid, so that I have mental wellness too.

Happy Salma Actress, writer and mother Happy Salma is known for her theatrical works, among other things. Now that she has to stay at home, she shared some stories about the changes she’s facing and how to have fun with the family. : How did the challenging situation of having to stay at home change your life?

Happy: I have to face many changes due to this situation. I was supposed to be in a play this April, but it has been postponed.

Anything that involves a large number of people gathering in one place, I have put off until further notice. Our Tulola shops in

: What do you do to keep active while staying at home?

H: The good thing about the quarantine is that I have more time to spend with my children. I’m kept busy trying to entertain them, while also doing my job online. Since we have a printer at home, I like to print out photos of my family and frame them. I also find time to finish reading books that I meant to read. Even before we got into this situation, I’ve tried to make eating healthy a habit, by choosing foods with more protein, eating more vegetables and fruit, and drinking more water. I do pilates regularly, sometimes with my husband, who teaches me the movements. My children love Zumba for kids, and I like to join them in the morning, and swim with them in the afternoon. : Do you have any tip to be stress-free staying at home?

H: The stress level of each person is different from others because everyone has their own needs. The important thing that we need to remember is how we respond to the stress. When you’re stressed, often your body tries to tell you that with a migraine or such. When that happens, respond accordingly, by slowing down, for example.

Take time to recognise how you feel and what you need. Try to fulfil what you need in moderation if some adjustments are needed.

Humans need to detox, and I like to think that this is the way nature reminds us of that. @happysalma

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new situation. I’m very used to having an active daily life, but with what’s going on right now, I think it’s best to stay at home and follow the news closely. At least we still have an Internet connection, so getting meetings done virtually is easier than ever. I am also using this free time to relax and pay extra attention to my living space; daily chores are now getting done faster than ever. : During this time, what suggestions can you share for people so that they stay positive and keep healthy?

D: To keep healthy, I would suggest exercising at home. Do something light to make your body move, and stretch well. You can easily use anything in your house to exercise.

Didi Riyadi As one of the very competent figures in the Indonesian music scene, Didi Riyadi is halting his very active lifestyle and encouraging other people to learn more about the situation, as well as finding that staying at home is a blessing in disguise. : How is life now that you have to stay at home?

Didi: I’m not going to lie, it has taken a while to adapt to this

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I would also like to encourage people to educate themselves about what’s going on. Although we have social media, not everything there is the truth! Find reliable sources and learn why staying at home or physical distancing is needed at times like this. We can easily help the world heal more quickly by staying inside. Another thing to mention is to stay away from people or group chats that make you feel bad and think negatively. It’s better to live a stressfree life rather than putting up with fake news and hoaxes. : Do you have any new hobbies that you have developed while staying at home?

D: Not so much new hobbies, but it’s nice to have your chores done and still have time to relax afterwards. This free time at home is like a blessing in disguise, not because of having more time, but because I get to pay more attention to everything in my house. I truly hope that this will be over soon and everything will go back to normal. @didiriyadi_official

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running during this PSBB (large-scale social distancing) period, there isn’t much for me to do. : What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

A: Through my Instagram account, I keep myself busy with Instagram endorsements, sharing awareness with my million plus followers to always practice social distancing and wear masks in public. I also help distribute masks for free and am actively involved in getting donated funds to the communities that most need them during this pandemic. : Please share your tips on what to do to stay positive at home.

A: I keep a positive mind set by always trying to set a target each day, whether it’s reading a book, or doing a physical workout. This way, there is always a positive change, no matter how small, but the change is there each day. Psychologically, we feel good after a task or target has been reached.

Ari Wibowo For decades, Ari Wibowo has been an established name as one of Indonesia’s most respected actors, now he is also tackling the F&B business by running his own restaurant, GIOI, in Jakarta. Having to stay at home has brought big changes to his day-to-day activities, but he shares the silver lining with us. : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Ari Wibowo: It has been an easy change to be honest, as I have always enjoyed the comfort of my own home, as do my wife and kids. I do miss being more productive with my time; previously, as an actor and restaurant owner, I would normally spend my days either involved on shooting locations with casts and crew, or at the restaurant mingling with my guests. Since neither activity is

: Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

A: I like working out, sunbathing and spending time doing activities with my wife and kids. Stop thinking about the things you cannot do because you are stuck at home, but concentrate on what you can do. What better time to be closer to your family than now?

There will never be a better moment than right now. : Since you have to stay at home more, what do you miss most from normal life?

A: I miss my work, being on location and earning money. I also miss riding my motorcycle, touring with my friends. Indonesia is so beautiful, there is so much yet to explore. But for now, it’s not about me, it’s about the common good, and for that, we all need to remain at home, for the safety of all. : What is the first country you want to visit after the quarantine is over and why?

A: Germany, it’s the country where I was born, and where I spent all of my childhood. I want to show my kids the castles, the forests and the beautiful cities. They have never been there. So, fingers crossed this pandemic will be over soon. @ariwibowo_official

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also a good option because the correction index is quite low. Many people are afraid to invest now, but I think it’s better if we buy low now, so that we can sell high later. If you’re still not sure, there’s also dollar cost averaging, where you invest gradually. : What do you most miss, but can’t do now, due to the situation?

L: Every weekend my family used to eat out just to get a new and different ambience from home, but now we can’t do that. We tried ordering in the food we wanted, but it’s just different, we didn’t get the new ambience and the food wasn’t really as fresh as when it’s straight from their kitchen. I also miss going around the mall during the weekends and meeting up with my friends. : What is the first country you want to visit when the situation returns to normal and why?

L: My kid goes to school in London and we were planning to go there to take a road trip around the UK this May, but of course it has had to be postponed for now. When the situation is back to normal, I will send my kid back to school and do the road trip as planned.

Lay Diza Larentie Director of Consumer Banking of Bank Mega

With her business law degree from the University of Indonesia and her unbeatable drive to work hard, Diza has honed her skills and gained outstanding experiences in leading banks in Indonesia. Now as Director of Consumer Banking for Bank Mega, Diza optimistically strives to find great opportunities even in a challenging time like this. : How has the current situation changed your daily and work life?

Lay Diza Larentie: Of course, there are many changes. From the business point of view, there are a lot of people who have to work from home now. We try to make the best of Zoom for meetings.

Previously, when the sales force wanted to provide service to our customers, they did it face-to-face or by phone, now we use Zoom to instead. I still go to the office to work, but I try to use all the necessary safety procedures, like wearing a mask and applying social distancing. I don’t really feel much difference in my dayto-day activities until the weekend... I used to go to the gym to practice yoga, now I do yoga at home following yoga instructors on YouTube. Another change that I have noticed is that I’m back in the kitchen baking cookies like kaasstengels after probably 20 years.

: What tips do you have for people out there to stay positive and healthy?

L: I believe that hardships will end; there’s always light after dark and a rainbow after the rain. I believe the most important thing is how we get through the difficult situation. We need to be optimistic, stay positive, and keep thinking about what we can do, be it in the family or in business. On the business side, with these limitations we need to be creative to find opportunities. Sometimes good ideas are born during tough times, like now. As long as we’re optimistic, there are always opportunities that we can grab. I also think that we need to contribute in any kind of form, don’t just sit there and do nothing. To maintain your health and fitness, don’t go out if you really don’t have to. If you have to, wear a mask. For me, the most important thing is getting enough sleep, so that I can stay fit and not easily fall sick. Plan your meals to get more nutrition, eat enough, choose food with higher protein and avoid junk food. @dizalarentie

: What banking products would you recommend that your customers use during this situation?

L: With this kind of large-scale social distancing, many of our customers’ incomes have decreased. Many businesses can’t open at this time, except for specific industries. So customers need flexible funds standing by. If that’s the case, I would say conventional products like savings and short-term savings deposits are good options. Short-term because in this kind of situation we’ll never know what we need to anticipate and how long the situation will last. For customers who have saved enough funds for a longer term, bonds are one of the good options for investment. Mutual funds are

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products. Digital services are certainly the most relevant, products such as Internet banking or mobile applications can help you get everything done, from opening a new account, to online payments, transferring funds to investments, all without having to go to the bank. Everything can be solved with a mobile phone. : What do you most miss, but can’t do now, due to the situation?

K: Funnily enough, I do miss face-to-face interaction with my extended family and friends, and having dinner or lunch with business partners, while working on future opportunities, but we can still do this through video conferencing. Although the atmosphere is different and more formal with video calls, we have to adjust to the new normal.

Ketut Wijaya Executive Vice President - Transaction Banking Business Development of PT Bank Central Asia, Tbk.

: What is the first country you want to visit when the situation returns to normal and why?

K: Although I still like Bali, I want to be able to return to Japan soon because of the atmosphere, culture and food, which is very authentic.

: What tips do you have for people out there to stay positive and healthy?

K: Think back on what we missed when we were busy, now is the time to get it back. Spend more time with the family, live a healthier life and explore your hidden hobbies and talents, while also contributing to social activities that can help others. Trust me, that’s priceless! @ketutwijaya8

Executive Vice President for Transaction Banking Business Development at one of Indonesia’s most prestigious banking institutions, Ketut Wijaya leads a very busy daily life. With the world on hold right now, the Balinese man is using this time to cherish beautiful moments with his family while also managing business in a new way. : How has the current situation changed your daily and business life?

Ketut Wijaya: Right now, we’re in the acceleration process towards digital living. During this situation, kids are studying at home, while the team and I have had to split and take turns working from home, while still continuing our discussions and meetings by video conferencing. We are now accustomed to doing our work from anywhere and at any time, not being limited to a place and time, while remaining coordinated.

Business-wise, we are reprioritizing key activities that are relevant to the situation and maximizing the impact with limited operations so that the business can continue to grow, while also minimizing the risk.

Another thing to note is that this pandemic is also teaching us the importance of frequent handwashing, wearing masks, physical distancing and avoiding crowds, eating healthy and having enough rest to maintain immunity as daily habits. Be grateful for the health we have. Welcome to the new lifestyle, a healthier lifestyle. : What banking products would you recommend that your customers use during this situation?

K: Products such as debit and credit cards are still important in moments like this, in addition to investment and insurance

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us have had no option but to start working from home, although this might be new, it shouldn’t hinder us from achieving our daily targets. Personally, this whole situation has helped me realise the importance of self-motivation and productivity. It has also brought me closer to my family. : What banking products would you recommend that your customers use during this situation?

D: We currently live in an era where almost anything can be done digitally. Since all of us are advised to stay home, I recommend customers use our digital and mobile banking products. These will come in very handy during times like this because they have been developed so that you can make transactions without having to leave the comfort of your own home. : What do you most miss, but can’t do now, due to the situation?

D: I think that what I miss most is physical encounters with people that I care about, and having the freedom to wander and explore new places.

Dhoni Ramadi Executive Vice President of Bank BRI

A professional banker who is currently working as the Executive Vice President of Bank BRI, Dhoni lives by three main principles: work, life, balance. Social distancing and working from home didn't stop him from staying focused on managing a nationwide team in the Retail Payment Business division. In fact, even during these tough times, he remains motivated and optimistic. : How has the current situation changed your daily and work life?

Dhoni Ramadi: With social distancing being implemented, it’s inevitable that we have had to change our daily routines. Most of

: What is the first country you want to visit when the situation returns to normal and why?

D: When this whole pandemic is completely over, the first country I’d like to visit is the United States. It’s currently the country with the most confirmed cases and I am eager to see how they will interpret the idea of the new normal. : What tips do you have for people out there to stay positive and healthy?

D: At unfortunate times like this, it’s easy for people to lose sight of hope. However, I think that within any situation, no matter how bad it is, there will always be a lesson that we can take to help better ourselves. We have to stay positive, remain alert and not be ignorant about the current situation that we’re living in. Hopefully when the whole situation has subsided, we can learn to appreciate even the smallest blessings in life. @dhoniramadi

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meetings are held by WhatsApp call, phone call, or WhatsApp group. However, if I miss my friends, I can still have Zoom meetings to catch up. : What banking products would you recommend that your customers use during this situation?

L: At a time like this, I think it’s better to choose conservative banking products with a high liquidity, such as time deposits and bonds (short to medium term). Those who haven’t registered for a mobile banking service yet, should register and start using the facility, it helps a lot when we want to do banking transactions while staying at home. A lot of banking solutions can be obtained through mobile banking. : What do you most miss, but can’t do now, due to the situation?

L: Spending more time with my father and my siblings. My father lives in a different house from me and he’s still actively working, and I’m also still doing my job, so our quality time had always been limited. Now, due to this situation, we haven’t seen each other for more than two months.

Lenylia Haq Customer Segment Head of Bank Mega

Helming the Customer Segment division in Bank Mega, Lenylia Haq – more familiarly known as Lia – is undeniably a seasoned banker with impressive experiences adding to her repertoire.

While the world is at a halt, for Lia, life must go on. She shares her stories about making the best of the situation and what she wants to do the most once it is over. : How has the current situation changed your daily and work life?

Lenylia Haq: The way we live our lives has inevitably been changed. Now we can barely interact face-to-face with our colleagues because of the WFH (work from home) directive.

We can’t meet our friends in person either. We are forced to make use of technology because we can’t leave the house. Now our

: What is the first country you want to visit when the situation returns to normal and why?

L: I want to go to Italy. That beautiful, historical country has been facing quite the hardship lately due to Covid-19. The Italians are known for their communal and very social way of life, with daily gatherings or big feasts with families and loved ones, and I think this situation must have changed their way of living. I’m really interested to know how the situation has changed the characteristics of the country. : What tips do you have for people out there to stay positive and healthy?

L: Don’t worry, this situation will be over soon. There will be many changes and we will definitely have new habits or routines after this.

I believe that even with how hard the situation is, there is always a lesson to learn from the hardship. The important thing is we have to keep being productive, contribute as much as we can and have enough rest. We will get through this together, we will go back to the new normal. @liahaq

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: Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

A: I just purchased a static roller for my bike and use it every other day. I also go swimming with my kids quite often, especially in the morning to get some sun exposure. Eat healthy food and plan what you eat, so you don’t get too much more calorie intake than outtake. : What do you miss the most from your normal life?

A: Being able to go to places that I normally visit, whether it is just casual dining, going to the movies, or socializing with friends. But I believe we will all be able to do this again soon, as long as we follow all the health protocols. We will be rejoicing about life once again in no time.

Anak Agung Gde Prastista

: What is the first country you want visit after the quarantine is over and why?

A: I love Japan. I love its culture, I love its food, I love everything about it. As I just opened up a new Japanese restaurant, Aburi, last December, I feel the need to go to Japan to look for new dishes to be recreated at the restaurant. At the same time, as I am travelling with young children, Japan is a safe place to visit with family, and we can easily find great food and many attractions wherever we go. @agungprastista

Hotelier and entrepreneur Anak Agung Gde Prastista, managing director of Putra Mas Group, has had a busy life running three successful hotels, as well as nine restaurants in Bali. Exquisite Taste talked to the father-of-three about how he’s coping with a stay-at-home life. : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Anak Agung Gde Prastista: It’s definitely a game changer, I usually go to my businesses and coordinate with my team in person, but now I have to do most of this through online meetings. It is different, but manageable. On the other hand, I have a great time with my family at home, which is priceless. : What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

A: I have a lot of free time to study what I’ve been wanting to learn, of course online. I am currently subscribing to masterclasses, photography class, as well as videography class, something that I have been really keen to do for some time. Also, my wife and I are experimenting with new recipes from YouTube to make at home, and opening orders for friends to buy. It is something that we like to do to kill the time and make the best of this situation. : Please share your tips on how to stay positive at home.

A: Schedule your new activities on a weekly basis. Let Monday be your cooking adventure day, Tuesday is your health or vegan research cooking day, Wednesday your exercise program exploration, and so on. So you have something to look forward to on those days. Travel the world from the Internet, choosing somewhere different each day so you have an itinerary in mind when this pandemic ends. Basically, do whatever you haven’t had much time to do during your regular busy days.

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the pace at which I work through my agenda now is wholly different, perhaps a lot slower. : What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

P: I love that I get to spend a lot of time with my family and experience what it’s like to be a stay-at-home mum. The kids now do school and lessons from home. This means I actually get to sit next to them while they are doing this. I also get to spend more time with my husband, who used to travel a lot. Now we explore a lot of movies or TV series together, and every now and then, we even do things with the kids that we have not done before, like baking, playing badminton and playing games such as Pictionary.

Putri Soedarjo A passionate businesswoman, Putri continues to hone her skills and prove herself as the head of two prestigious brands, Bvlgari and Bang & Olufsen, in Indonesia. Her dynamic daily life was put to a halt when she had to stay at home, but that didn’t stop her from staying active and positive. : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Putri Soedarjo: I usually spend a lot of time out of my house, whether going to the office, working out at the gym, attending my kids’ school performances or eating out during the weekends.

So this stay-at-home situation has changed my life quite drastically. Also, I feel like this situation has changed my rhythm,

: Please share your tips on what to do to stay positive at home.

P: The key is to keep your body and mind occupied. Whether it is doing work from home, exercising, reading, watching movies, learning new skills and finding ways to help people in need. More importantly, you need to plant in your mind that all of this is temporary. That this too shall pass. : Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

P: Exercise regularly, at least four times a week. Watch what you eat, easy on the carbs, plenty of veggies and fruits and limit junk food.

Take your vitamins. And equally important, get enough sleep. : Since you have to stay at home more, what do you miss most from normal life?

P: Truthfully, my work desk. It may sound like a cliché, but I do find clarity in finishing tasks and crossing things off a list. Besides that, I also miss putting on makeup, even earrings and perfume. : What is the first country you want to visit after the quarantine is over and why?

P: Japan. They have the best selection of food, from sashimi to unique fruits and desserts. @putrisoedarjo

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: Please share your tips on what to do to stay positive at home.

I: No matter what the situation is, in life you have to think positively and see the good side. I have been distancing myself from news that is too depressing because most of it is not true. From the way I see it, the world needs time to heal because many people have been abusing it. There’s nothing more that I can do other than pray to God for a better outcome soon and give thanks to Him for protecting me daily. : Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

I: Every morning, I sit on my patio and soak in the morning sun, as it is recommended that we get more vitamin D. I also exercise regularly on the treadmill or take my dogs out for a walk around the housing complex. I have also been drinking jamu and juices daily to help boost my immune system. With the current condition, I have been trying to live a healthier life and to take a good care of my health.

Irma Djohan Managing Director of Legian Hotel Management (LHM) and one of the founders of Bali International Flight Academy (BIFA), Irma Djohan is adapting to a slow-paced life during lockdown. While it took some time to get used to this new way of living, she is now enjoying being indoors and reexploring an old hobby, cooking.

: What do you miss most from your normal life?

I: Being able to spend time with my friends and family on the weekends! And also travelling, because it is a passion of mine. : What is the first country you want to visit after the quarantine is over and why?

I: I would love to go to Vietnam. Maybe because I have never been, and my company has been approached to expand The Legian brand there. The other reason is because my flight school has been invited to Ho Chi Minh City to open a new school, as there not many flight academies in Vietnam. @irmaddjohan

: How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Irma Djohan: The first week of social distancing and staying home was frustrating, but then you see the positive impact it has on your life and our surroundings and learn to adapt to this new kind of life.

To be honest, I like staying at home; for so many years I have been working and always on the run with meetings and business travel.

You never really can stay home to relax and reflect on what you want to do or what you need to do for yourself and your family. Now is the time that I can really enjoy my own time, keep myself occupied and spend quality time with my family. We now live in a modern era, where you can stay home and still be productive and manage your business effectively from home. : What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

I: I always try to keep myself busy. On the second week of lockdown, I organized a little fundraising to buy basic staples to be distributed to street vendors, online drivers, taxi drivers and to the people who need it the most. We fully understand that there are many people who are being affected by the situation right now.

Other than that, work is still ongoing by communicating through video conference apps. I’m also using this time at home to read more books and watch TV series that are available on Netflix, but I try to stay away from the Korean dramas as I heard they can get very addicting. And I have been cooking again, which is something that I enjoyed before life got very busy.

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Suddenly staying at home for more than two weeks seems to make people feel lethargic. : What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

L: I wake up at the same time as when I go to work every morning. and during the morning I do my office work by video call or email.

During lunchtime, I do physical exercises in my room. Then I check my email again in the afternoon and practice my golf swing. : Please share your tips on what to do to stay positive at home.

L: Usually, I drink at a restaurant with my colleagues for dinner, but now I have dinner with my family at home every day, so I have more time to talk with my family without drinking. After the meal, the family takes turns doing dishes and our relationship seems to have become more intimate.

Lee Kang Hyun A dedicated businessman with great passion for his work, Lee Kang Hyun is not only the vice president and COO of Hyundai Motor Asia Pacific HQ , but also the president of the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Indonesia. The stay-athome situation has changed daily life for this busy man, and he talked to us about how he is adjusting. : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Lee Kang Hyun: I was a businessman who was always busy.

: Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

L: I usually work out at the gym without having lunch. I’m not a person who has a very physical job, so exercising without lunch seems to make my mind and body healthier and clearer. : Since you have to stay at home more, what do you miss most from normal life?

L: Social encounters with close friends, such as golf and dinner, that are no longer possible. : What is the first country you want to visit after the quarantine is over and why?

L: I want to go to Korea first. I want to see how my family is doing and as part of my new job I want to meet the employees at the Korean headquarters. @khleesamsung

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: What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

M: I usually plan my day after some light exercise. I have discovered that cooking is interesting, so now I try to make a new dish every day to broaden my horizons. By doing this, my calorie intake is under control and my food is healthier. Listening to and learning from podcasts by inspirational speakers appeals to me for personal growth, happiness and success.

Maria Sukrisman With an unrivalled passion for travelling, Maria Sukrisman has made trotting the globe her life. An influential figure both in the tourism world and the business scene, she shared how the current situation has changed her routine and how she’s staying positive at home. : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Maria Sukrisman: This experience is a great challenge, but I’m already used to remote meetings. Right now, I am just accepting things and the conditions as they are, hoping for a better future, and for a speedy recovery from this global pandemic.

: Please share your tips on what to do to stay positive at home.

M: Appreciate the small things and be grateful all the time. Have more meaningful conversations with family and friends. Make others happier and share good fortune without going out too often.

It is important to maintain a certain engagement level with your community by participating in WhatsApp groups and video calls.

Besides eating healthier food, it is fun to learn something new in a digital space, like photo and video editing.

: Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

M: Eating and doing the right things for your body, mind and soul.

I manage to exercise daily and monitor my progress. Prior to this, at sunrise, I pray and meditate.

: Since you have to stay at home more, what do you miss most from normal life?

M: Besides going to the office, traveling and shopping in the malls, I really miss meeting face-to-face with my friends and clients for meals or coffee in my favourite cafés and restaurants.

: What is the first country you want to visit after the quarantine is over and why?

M: I want to re-visit New Zealand. The country has been able to exit from this global pandemic more quickly than other countries.

It has beautiful nature and also offers a healthy lifestyle, from great outdoor adventures to healthy local cuisine. Spending time in nature can reduce stress, improve overall feelings of wellbeing and happiness. I can relax and be worry-free. @msukrisman

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Renaldi Hutasoit An automobile enthusiast and a racer, as well as director of PT Hourlogy Indah Perkasa, which manages premium watch brands like Omega, Renaldi really knows his timepieces and cars. Having to stay at home doesn’t hinder his lively spirit.

Here he shares with us his great tips to keep the body and mind healthy under these circumstances. : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Renaldi: While my daily routines have changed, I realised that working from home can be just as productive as normal office-based working. Of course, prior to starting WFH (work from home), we made preparations to make sure almost 100 percent of our work could be done from home. It also helps that the workload is low since PSBB (large-scale social distancing) is affecting everyone in Jakarta, and the world (our principals in Europe also have their own form of PSBB). On a more personal level, I feel that the quality of my relationships with family members has improved since we are spending more time together. Oh and the big plus, I spend less money now. Hahaha.

: What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

R: I get to do my online simulated racing more!

: Please share your tips on what to do to stay positive at home.

R: As with many cases, stress comes when reality is not in line with our expectations. So the main trick for handling PSBB positively is to be content with the situation, accept that things will change and prepare for the change. Accept that malls and places we like to visit are closed, accept that activities we like to do are temporarily halted, etc. Just as important, sincerely thank God that we still have our health, plus we now have the likes of Internet, WhatsApp, Zoom, Gojek, Tokopedia, Netflix,

YouTube, to make staying at home far less boring than it could have been. We need to will ourselves to stop stressing, because stressing will not change the situation, only our mood – and ultimately our health.

: Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

R: First, the mind controls the body, so keep the mind healthy by being content. Second, do physical exercise. If we have no exercise equipment at all, even something as simple as skipping without a rope for 15 minutes will burn more than 150 calories.

Need something more rigorous? If you don’t know them already, Google burpees and do three sets of 15. That should get your heart rate going. Third, the body needs fuel – good fuel. So when you eat, note your protein, fat and carbohydrate intake. Try to reach an easy balance of 50 percent carbohydrate, 25 percent protein and 25 percent fat. Of course, reduced fat is better, if replaced by more protein. Start counting calories, don’t take in more than 2,000 calories a day if you are 75kg like me, calculate proportionally to your bodyweight. Lastly, the body needs rest.

Since we are staying at home, there is absolutely no reason for not getting our seven to nine hours of sleep. Will yourself to return to the office looking better!

: Since you have to stay at home more, what do you miss most from normal life?

R: Sitting in the passenger seat next to my daughter while she gets more experience driving in traffic.

: What is the first country you want to visit after the quarantine is over and why?

R: Honestly, I am hesitant to visit any other countries until months after the pandemic is over. @aldihutasoit

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aspects, which makes me pay more attention to hygiene and cleanliness. While I can just stay at home, I’m trying to pay more attention to what I’m eating each day, keeping my home clean and comfy, which is important as I still need to work productively from home, and of course getting enough sleep or some rest. : What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

S: I like to spend most of my time at home working with my team, connecting with them virtually to discuss new strategies and ideas, and also to encourage each other. In my spare time, I like to cook healthy food, and to stay updated with the current news and global situation. I often visit the hotel as well, to monitor everything. : Please share your tips on what to do to stay positive at home.

S: To stay positive at home, you need to still be productive and creative. That’s the only way to make you feel more optimistic in this tough time. Of course, we might face some days that are harder than others, but again, this too shall pass. Life must go on, so just do what you like, learn something new and maintain your communication with family and friends as well.

Sylvain Pasdeloup Now in Bali for eight years, Sylvain's career first brought him to the island on a mission for the pre-opening of Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort and to prepare for the APEC conference being held in the hotel. He then became the hotel's general manager, again hosting a large international event, this time the IMF conference. For the past two years, he has been helming Accor hotels in Bali and Lombok as the area general manager.

The current situation is something that no-one could have ever expected and is not easy to handle, but he remains positive and is working to rebuild the team and the network. : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Sylvain Pasdeloup: I guess it has changed everyone’s life a lot.

For my daily life, I personally find myself more aware of health

: Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

S: To maintain a healthy lifestyle, balance is the key. Eat healthy plant-based food, do routine exercise, stay hydrated by drinking lots of water, make sure you have enough sleep and socialise with your loved ones. Balance is the key for the perfect foundation for physical and mental health. : Since you have to stay at home more, what do you miss most from normal life?

S: The things that I miss the most from normal life are chilling out with my friends and going travelling, discovering new places, learning a new culture and simply just enjoying nature. I miss talking to my friends and my team in person, laughing together with them, sharing good stories while enjoying good food. : What is the first country you want to visit after the quarantine is over and why?

S: France will absolutely be the first country on my list. I can’t wait to be back in my hometown to see my mom, as well as the rest of my family. I will spend some time there to gather with them and to hug them warmly once this is all over, which I believe will be pretty soon. @sylvainpasdeloup

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in my previous life, I hardly had time with my girls. I also love to cook and to work out, so my daily routine includes exercising more, cooking for the kids and working with the Exquisite Media team and clients via video calls and email. : What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

L: I made a small home gym and am working on getting back in shape. I have also bought a lot of books as I am doing an online course to learn about sustainable business. It’s never too late to learn! : Please share your tips on what to do to stay positive at home.

L: During this challenging time, I am praying for everyone’s safety and good health, that this situation will pass soon and for the best to come. It will all end eventually. Tough times never last, but tough people do! Now is the time to be planning ahead and preparing for better days, so that we can hit the ground running when the pandemic is over. I strive to always remain positive; we are blessed to be in good health.

Lenny Marlina Tanu Exquisite Media’s founder and publisher, Lenny Marlina Tanu, is known for her never-ending energy and extremely busy lifestyle as, together with the Exquisite Media team, she runs Exquisite Media with its nine publications, various websites and apps, merchant acquisition for Indonesia’s five big banks, as well as publishing customised online and print banking magazines.

On top of that she still finds time to organise events, sell real estate and has recently opened Bali Education Center. We talked to her about how she’s adapting to the new lifestyle. : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Lenny Marlina Tanu: It has changed my daily routine a lot. I used to spend every week working between Jakarta and Bali since we have offices and business in both cities. I was always on a plane, in the car or at meetings.

Nowadays, with the current situation and the restrictions on traveling, my time is spent at home, going out only to do necessary grocery shopping. I am trying to take this in a positive way by spending more quality time with my two daughters, especially as

: Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

L: Eat healthy food. I also prepare meals for my family that are nutritious to sustain our immune systems. I work out at least once a day. I also think it’s important to stay hydrated by drinking lots of water, to take a multivitamin and to make sure you have enough rest. : Since you have to stay at home more, what do you miss most from normal life?

L: I miss catching up with my good friends, family, the team and all the wonderful people out there, dressing up to attend events, as well as dining out in nice restaurants with a great meal, great company and mouth-watering wine. : What is the first country you want to visit after the quarantine is over and why?

L: First of course, although it’s not a country, is going to the beach in Bali, where we live. We miss the beach so much, but we can’t go now because all the beaches are temporary closed.

As for a country, my family and I love Japanese food, skiing in Japan and the country itself. We had actually planned to have a skiing holiday in Hokkaido, Japan, this year, and I would love to take my daughters, Isabella and Sienna, my mother and sister, to Disneyland Japan. We’ve postponed our trip to the next ski season. I keep praying that these days will pass and we can get back to our lives soon.

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: Do you have any tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

C: Keep a positive mind set, stay optimistic and share good vibes.

Eat well, have enough sleep and drink warm water. Swipe the stress away – when I get bored, I read a book, I cook, take a short drive, or I call my friends or family. Keep a minimum 15 to 30 minutes for stretching and core muscle exercise. Maintain hygiene at all times. : Since you have to stay at home more, what do you miss most from normal life?

C: I miss the normal interactions, such as face-to-face meetings over coffee, the office ambience, I miss events. Mostly, I miss travelling! I am planning for my next trips already.

Cicilia King Stylish and smart woman-about-town Cicilia King is known as the country manager for couture brand Christian Dior in Indonesia, in addition to being an image consultant and travel enthusiast. With the current situation, when she has to stay at home more, she tells us how she carries on with work and life. : How has the stay-at-home situation changed your daily life?

Cicilia: It has changed me a lot. I am used to being very mobile, yet now I have to do everything remotely from home, making more video calls than ever before. : What activities do you like to do now that you have to stay at home more?

C: The fact that I can still work from home is actually pretty good, work-related matters are still being delivered or executed in many different ways. The thing I like most about this current WFH (work from home) or stay at home situation, is that it has very much encouraged my team and me to explore new ideas that continue the business, while having more time to enhance our team skills through remote training. That is the positive side. : Please share your tips on what to do to stay positive at home.

C: I do my morning ritual the same as any other day before this current situation. I wake up and get dressed as if I am going to work. The difference is only that I don’t have to drive to work, so I can have 15 minutes to spend outdoors and do some light stretching or core exercise. I set and respect the same working hours, set my remote meetings a week ahead, especially with my team, as well as with third parties – although sometimes only to touch base. Being able to work from home means I can also closely manage domestic life – now that physically I am sort of at home.

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: What is the first country you want to visit after the quarantine is over and why?

C: The closest place is Bali (one of my favourite places in the world) – it’s very easy to arrange and the beaches usually bring back sanity for me, which is good after a long time staying at home. It’s also good to support Indonesian tourism and to meet some of my closest friends there. The other destination would be Italy as I had already planned it prior to this pandemic. So I am hopeful that the pandemic will pass soon. @ciciliakingofficial

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Tantra: It obviously hinders my passion for flying and travelling.

I’m also saddened to hear of the negative impact of the situation on my friends in the travel industry, from the airlines, hotels, travel agents and other related sectors. The industry is the bread and butter for a lot of people, and now we have to put it on hold. That said, this is a global issue that we need to face, so all we need to have is patience and self-awareness to fight the pandemic. : Staying at home is challenging, especially for someone whose life is heavy on travelling such as yourself. Do you have any tips on how to make staying at home stress-free?

T: Yes, it is very challenging considering I used to be very mobile, and now I’m staying in the same place for weeks. I try to keep productive by making podcasts that are related to travel and also write some articles for a few publications. I know right now we can’t travel yet, and we can’t tell when this thing will be over, but with the travel content I’m publishing, I hope we can appreciate all the little aspects of travelling once the pandemic is over.

Tantra Tobing His passion for flying and aviation has made Tantra an inspirational and influential figure who really knows what makes first-class flights special. He talked to us about having to stay grounded at home for a while. : How does the current situation of having to stay at home affect your life and activities, and how do you cope?

: Now, more than ever, people pay more attention to their health. What do you do to stay healthy?

T: I pay more attention to things I eat now. Thanks to the quarantine, I’m consuming more homemade meals lately, which is good because I can control the nutrition. Since I’m Javanese, I really enjoy sambal tempeh and sayur asam. I drink more water at home now, something that used to skip my mind before. Another positive thing about the quarantine is that I exercise more now. Other than to fight boredom, it is also to improve my immunity. I usually walk around in my house for one hour per day, that way I can stay indoors; it’s simple, no equipment needed, but it’s effective to make me sweat and keep me fit. @tantratobing

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at home. Before this all happened, I was travelling a lot, even in January and February. So, this is a good break and gives me time to reconnect with family and my closest friends. As long as I have access to good Wi-Fi, I am okay with being stuck at home. : As someone who loves to travel, do you already have a plan to go somewhere when this is all over?

C: I have planned quite a few visits actually. I was supposed to be in Greece in the spring, but with the situation right now I decided to postpone it until everything is back to normal. I love Greece because of its landscape and people, and I have some good Greek friends too. But this time, I’ll try to visit the smaller islands and really explore the area.

Next is probably Italy, as there are still a few places I haven’t been to, such as Puglia and Sardinia. The beautiful coastline of Italy keeps me going back for more, and I have definitely missed the food!

Christina Tan One of the world’s most influential travel influencers, an award-winning travel photographer and a frequent flyer, Christina Tan of @sassychris1 is keeping grounded despite the current conditions. Read more for her tips and tricks to keep busy at home and how to cope with the travel bug. : With this challenging situation when we are expected to stay at home, how are you surviving being selfquarantined?

Christina: To be honest, I have been enjoying my time in selfquarantine. My profession requires me to travel for at least 200 days a year, and I’m using this time to relax and truly enjoy my time

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: How do you cope with not being able to travel?

C: I go through and edit my old travel photos. That, at least, gives me some happiness by reminiscing on the good memories. I have also been doing some spring cleaning around the house, which has been keeping me busy. With the free time, I have picked up an old hobby, which is doing make up by watching YouTube tutorials. I’m planning to enhance my photo editing skills through some tutorials as well. : Do you have any tips that you can share to stay healthy in this situation?

C: Maybe to not over do it. Start with something simple that you can do at home. For me personally, I try to control what goes into my body by drinking warm water, eating more vegetables and avoiding fried foods. Light exercise, such as stretching or yoga, is also a good way to keep the body healthy. And I always listen to music that keeps me happy, because I truly believe happiness plays a part in staying healthy. @sassychris1

Delicious Dishes to Your Doorstep

Indulge your senses with exquisite gourmet food crafted by the talented chefs at outstanding hotels and restaurants across Jakarta and Bali right in the comfort of your own home. We have found takeaway and delivery services from the finest venues for you, your family, friends and colleagues, so that you don’t miss out on your favourite meals.

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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL JAKARTA

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ourmet 2 Go is delivering high-quality meals from the famed luxury hotel to your dining table at home.

Known for its unrivalled luxury and hospitality, Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta is now offering delicious premium-made meals delivered to your home. With Gourmet 2 Go, the hotel’s team of chefs is crafting your

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favourite dishes at an affordable price to satisfy your longing for their incomparable cuisine.

The delivery menu comprises full meals that range from soups, appetizers and salads, to burgers, sandwiches, Asian favourites, Palm Court’s Java Twist, international favourites, something to share and desserts. If you’re in a celebratory mood, the hotel is also offering a celebration package, which includes one appetizer, two main-courses, a 375ml bottle

of Billecart Salmon Brut Rosé and a slice of complimentary cake.

Free delivery is available for minimum orders of IDR 400,000 and only within Jakarta’s city limits. To order and for more information, WhatsApp #FSCHAT with your full details on (+62) 2122771888.

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InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah

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ring a lavish five-star dining selection to your doorstep with InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah’s unrivalled offer.

Having to stay at home should not stop you from enjoying the finer things in life, and that’s where InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah comes in. The hotel’s team of chefs has prepared a selection of signature dishes from the hotel’s restaurants Sugar & Spice and Shio. Sugar & Spice offers delectable delicacies from five continents, while Shio showcases the best of Japanese fare. Orders over IDR1 million will get complimentary delivery to the doorstep only in Pondok Indah, Gandaria, Cilandak, Cipete, Lebak Bulus and TB Simatupang areas. The Sugar & Spice culinary team has also prepared homemade jamu – nutritious Indonesian herbal beverages ­– ready for takeaway. Last but not least, during this holy month of Ramadan, the hotel is offering to bring the taste of Sugar & Spice Restaurant for iftar with choices that range from Indonesian favourites, to Middle Eastern fare and Asian classics.

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Kilo Kitchen Jakarta

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household name in the dining scene across Singapore and Indonesia, Kilo Kitchen is encouraging its loyal customers to stay at home during this uncertain situation.

With #KILOATHOME, the restaurants in both Jakarta and Bali are offering delivery services and takeaway menus to make your time at home more enjoyable.

On the delivery menu, customers can choose appetising all-day dining offerings that include the signature squid ink rice, spicy duck & pomelo, BBQ Beef Ribs and more.

In addition to the all-day menu, Kilo Kitchen is also offering Combo Meal Packages that comes with drinks and budget-friendly price where there are plenty of large portions that can feed two to six people.

The restaurant has also prepared drinks that can be delivered to your home. Find a selection of bottled cocktails that range from the classics to signatures, along with bottles of spirits and wine.

Kilo Kitchen provides a free energy booster for food orders IDR300,000 or over. To order, call (+62) 81299752522 for the hotline delivery of Jakarta.

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL, JAKARTA

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ombine the ease of a wellprepared set meal with worldclass quality, and you’ll get Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta’s MO Gourmet right in your home.

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If you’re looking to have an easy, nofuss meal with five-star quality, look no further than Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta.

The legendary hotel has introduced MO Gourmet to Your Door. Choose from the Mini Treats selection comprising 10 sets, Nusantara Treats with three sets, Western Treats also with three sets, and Oriental Treats with four sets; or go big and try one from each selection. All you have to do is place your order via WhatsApp on (+62) 81585321202, state any food allergy or dietary restriction, and the hotel will guide you through the transaction and delivery process. Voila! MO Gourmet right in your humble abode.

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta (mandarinoriental.com)

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Swissôtel Jakarta PIK Avenue

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njoy the blissful month of Ramadan with take-home meals especially curated by the culinary team of Swissôtel Jakarta PIK Avenue.

Observed by billions of people annually, the holy month of Ramadan is a special moment in life that brings peace and joyfulness to those who are celebrating it. With many of the city’s residents staying in this year, Ramadan-observing guests can still indulge in top-notch food during this special month with take-home meals created by Swissôtel Jakarta PIK Avenue.

At the helm of the culinary department is Executive Chef Edi Pancamala, who has

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created special set iftar (break-fasting) menus comprising soup, three main courses, four side appetizers, one dessert and a beverage. Understanding how important it is to break the fast with loved ones, the hotel’s set meals are for two and four persons.

of chicken biryani, lamb curry, paneer tikka masala and Goan fish curry. The menus are available throughout the month of Ramadan, with orders made any time before sundown.

Also in this special month, the hotel is preparing beautiful Ramadan hampers that will bring happiness to your friends With an array of delicacies on offer, the or colleagues. Beautifully made, they Indonesian set features classic favourites contain classic Ramadan festive treats including oxtail soup, roast ribs, chicken such as pineapple tarts, kaasstengels, opor and ikan bakar dabu-dabu. Those cheese sago cookies and more. To order set who favour Middle Eastern flavours are meals and Ramadan hampers, contact the in for a treat with the Arabic mixed grill, hotel on (+62) 2122571188 or WhatsApp khoudar bil dajaj, lamb kabsah and beef kofta, which comes with fresh hummus and on (+62) 81298211502. tabouleh. Meanwhile, the Indian-inspired Swissôtel Jakarta PIK Avenue set meal is heart-warming fare that consists (swissotel.com)

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Raffles Jakarta

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urprise your family and friends with The Gift of Buka Puasa, an indulgent fast-breaking feast from Raffles Jakarta prepared by the hotel’s talented culinary team to the highest standards to bring joy to the fasting month.

The Muslim fasting month is a highly social time for Indonesians, when people gather with large groups of friends, family and colleagues to break the fast over tempting tajil snacks and feasts of favourite Ramadan dishes.

that are associated with this time, from appetizers, soups and main courses to the essential condiments, like crackers, lalapan and sambal.

Enjoy dates, kolak and fritters for tajil, followed by dishes like rendang, empal goreng, ikan bakar sambal matah, tumis buncis ikan asin and jajan pasar and es kopyor for dessert. International favourites are also available.

Orders can be made by phone or WhatsApp on (+62) 8558155888. For same-day delivery, orders must be placed by 11am. Delivery is available from the hotel for up to 10km within Jakarta; orders over IDR250,000 receive free delivery. Discounts are available when paying with credit cards from certain banks. Orders can also be made on popular delivery apps.

Raffles Jakarta (raffles.com/jakarta) @raffleshoteljakarta

This year, the current situation means that the social side of the fasting month is more challenging. However, in uncertain times, you can rely on Raffles to provide cheer and reassurance. Pamper and surprise your loved ones, colleagues and business partners with the hotel’s The Gift of Buka Puasa, a luxurious celebratory meal packed with traditional favourites of the very highest quality, delivered to the door, along with a personalised greeting card.

Available as an Ă la carte menu, as well as in various set menus for one, four or six people, the talented Raffles culinary team has prepared all the classic Indonesian dishes

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Apéritif Restaurant & Bar

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péritif Restaurant & Bar is a sophisticated venue that offers seasonal degustation menus to its discerning diners. Helmed

by Executive Chef Nic Vanderbeeken, the roaring 20s-inspired restaurant explores

the world through taste, using high-quality produce that is sourced locally and globally.

Supporting the global regulation of social distancing, the famed restaurant is now providing a new eating experience cooked

from the heart with its home delivery service. Chef Nic is transforming his top-quality ingredients into home-style comforting favourites, allowing diners to enjoy these carefully crafted dishes within their own living space.

On the delivery menu, a selection of gourmet meals is available for you and your family. Specially prepared by the team of chefs, enjoy delectable dishes like Moroccan lamb shank, fish curry gratin and the indulgent foie gras and chicken parfait board. Each meal comes with a starter and a dessert for the complete experience. The full menu is available on the restaurant’s website and social media accounts, with updates on weekly specials.

To order, contact Apéritif Restaurant and Bar via WhatsApp on (+62) 81353266678.

Delivery is only available from Friday to Sunday, with last orders taken at 6pm.

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Boy’N’Cow

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oy’N’Cow is deeply passionate about steak and takes pride in only serving carefully sourced prime cuts that it dry ages in its own meat vault to ensure the highest standards. Now, right in your own home, you can enjoy some of the best 28-day dry-aged steaks in Bali from the island’s meat specialists.

Whether you just can’t get those succulent prime steaks out of your mind and need just one for your dinner, or are planning a special family meal, the popular restaurant’s Meat Shop has everything you need.

The succulent steaks can be ordered by WhatsApp for you to cook at home. Enjoy grain-fed USDA and Australian Black Angus striploin, rib-eye, tomahawk and porterhouse steaks, as well as Australian M5-6 wagyu striploin, all with the relevant cooking instructions for each cut to achieve perfection. All the steaks are hygienically packed and come with the restaurant’s renowned signature seasoning.

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Boy’N’Cow’s popular and tasty sides are also available, including scrumptious mashed potato, broccoli, macaroni and cheese, and garden salad. Add to the experience with the Meat & Wine package, which includes a bottle of red wine and four side dishes.

Order via WhatsApp on (+62) 81237941047 between 10am and 6pm. Delivery is available up to 5km at IDR20,000, while delivery for orders over IDR400,000 is free.

Boy’N’Cow (boyncow.com) @boyncow

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Plataran at Canggu

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enowned for its impeccable Indonesian dining and stunning settings that combine nature, artistry and heritage, Plataran

Canggu is bringing a new concept to diners who miss their favourite dishes. Order Plataran at Your Home and enjoy the resort’s signature dishes.

With people around Bali committed to self-isolation to combat the current situation, Plataran at Your Home is the resort’s innovative way of bringing its high-

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quality, luxury dining right to your door.

Celebrating the nation’s culinary traditions, and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and food safety, the skilled kitchen team crafts hearty, healthy Indonesian food, which is then packaged in sealed containers to maintain cleanliness and freshness and for your peace of mind.

The menu includes a good selection of the resort’s sumptuous signature dishes, including Bali’s iconic ayam betutu, flavoursome nasi goreng ijo, ayam kari deli and dendeng batokok. Indulge with family packages for two and four people, such as bola-bola cokro, garang asam, steamed white or brown rice, mie panjang umur, ayam kari deli, kangkung belacan and seasonal fruit.

Another option features tuna sambal matah and pindang serani, while the meals for four people have treats like brinjal chips, oxtail soup, rendang fried rice, black pepper beef, kangkung belacan and es daluman.

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Cherish Indonesia’s culinary heritage and order Plataran at Your Home. Available until the end of June from 7am to 9pm daily, for more information and to order, phone or WhatsApp (+62) 8113882281 or (+62) 8113882280.

Plataran at Canggu (plataran.com) @platarandining @pl.canggubali

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BO$$MAN

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he big boss won’t let your burger cravings go unanswered – BO$$MAN delivers right to your doorstep.

When talking about the most enticing, hearty and juicy burgers in Bali, it’s impossible not to mention BO$$MAN. With a main outlet in Seminyak and popups in Sanur, Ubud and soon Canggu, there’s a good reason why BO$$MAN is still the boss – well, six reasons to be exact. Presenting six badass burgers, Original Gangster (classic beef burger with all the trimmings), Al Capone (the carnivores’ favourite with smoked bacon,

smoked cheddar and house-smoked BBQ sauce on top of the patty), El Chapo (strong Mexican influence, fiery jalapeño, rich cheddar cheese, coriander, chipotle mayonnaise and salsa verde topping), The Gandhi (the vegetarian burger with a patty made from edamame, quinoa and sunflower seeds), The Chook Knight (East meets West fusion with fried chicken patty, spicy Asian slaw, and a layer of chipotle mayo), and Babi G (inspired by Balinese babi guling). In addition to the big bosses of the gang, the restaurant also offers fries with truffle, porcini and parmesan along with a truffle aioli dip, and its Loaded Fries with pulled pork,

jalapeño, grilled homemade queso blanco and chipotle mayo.

In addition to the six main heroes, BO$$MAN also offers the clean cut Mac Daddy, with two 80g smashed patties, American cheddar and the necessary condiments. Opt for the Mac Daddy Deal and you get one Mac Daddy burger, one fries and one strawberry milkshake.

There is no need to worry when you have that burger craving, because BO$$MAN delivers right to your doorstep, in stylish packaging no less.

BO$$MAN (bossmanbali.com)

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ring home authentic Cantonesestyle cuisine with Happy Chappy Chinese takeaway and home delivery services.

An all-time favourite dining spot for islanders who crave good Chinese comfort food, Happy Chappy Chinese never fails to satisfy. Freshly made to order every day, the generous portions at this restaurant encourage people to share with their loved ones. While the situation now is not ideal for big family meals in a restaurant, Happy Chappy Chinese is offering to deliver your meal straight to your home.

On the delivery menu, guests are treated to an array of classic Chinese favourites that include dim sums, Peking duck, kung pao chicken, sesame prawn toast and much more.

In addition to the special delivery menu, the restaurant is also offering guests the chance to buy its famous dim sums in bulk.

The delivery service and takeaway orders are available Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm with last orders taken at 8.30pm. To order and for more information, contact Happy Chappy Chinese at (+62) 82359165959.

Happy Chappy Chinese (happychappychinese.com)

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Dim Sum Platter

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Romeos Bar & Grillery the restaurant’s down-to-earth house specialities include pork ribs, barramundi and mixed grill. For the authentic Romeos experience the in-house grill is a must with its mouth-watering selection of seafood, prime cuts and more carnivorous goodness.

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levating the dining experience for its happy customers, Romeos Bar & Grillery in Legian is launching a new service, Romeos Express, to bring its well-made dishes straight to your dining room.

Presenting explosive flavours and unforgettable culinary experiences, the popular Legian dining institution, Romeos Bar & Grillery, has mastered elevating the taste of home-style comfort meals.

Crafted from only the best ingredients,

With the current situation meaning people cannot gather in public spaces, the restaurant has recently launched a new dining service, Romeos Express. This initiative allows customers to enjoy the carefully prepared dishes with no hassle. Just pick up the phone and order your favourites.

On the menu is a wide selection of rice bowls, light snacks, special desserts, as well as Romeos Signatures. All food is prepared and cooked following a strict hygiene protocol to keep you healthy.

Open for delivery every day, order from Romeos Bar & Grillery on WhatsApp at (+62) 81289180123.

Romeos Bar & Grillery (romeosbali.com)

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Naughty Nuri’s Seminyak

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s one of Bali’s legendary establishments, the reputation of Naughty Nuri’s speaks for itself. No one is a stranger to Nuri’s killer barbeque pork ribs and signature margarita, or the restaurant’s other mouth-watering, decadent barbeque goodness, cheeky cocktails and more. Add to that the friendly service and the homey, fun ambiance and Naughty Nuri’s is a mustvisit for any Bali getaway.

If you want to enjoy the finger-licking, succulent pork ribs in the comfort of your own home or villa, Naughty Nuri’s Seminyak has launched vacuum packed ready-to-eat ribs that you can just reheat at home. Naughty Nuri’s signature BBQ sauce can also be purchased in bottles, perfect for the ribs or even as a dip for your French fries.

In addition, Nuri’s offers Grab N Go packages for takeaway and delivery. You can choose from five hearty packages and have

Pork Ribs

your own Nuri’s style feast at home. For more information and to order, simply call or head to its social media.

Naughty Nuri’s Seminyak (naughtynurisseminyak.com) @naughtynurisseminyak

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Zibiru

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ecreate your favourite dishes from Zibiru at home with the restaurant’s takeaway and delivery services. Zibiru is one of Bali’s favourite, long-standing establishments – loved for its hearty, authentic regional Italian cuisine courtesy of Executive Chef Luigi Calcagno. Due to the current situation, however, Zibiru is only available for takeaway and delivery.

But fret not, as Zibiru’s team of chefs has designed and prepared a delectable range of gourmet food offerings that are easy to prepare at home – just heat and eat. Zibiru offers selections of soup, fresh pasta and sauce, mains, cured fish and meat, and jams. Products come fresh (with the option of having them prepared for you) or blast frozen in sterilised and vacuumsealed sous vide bags so they have long shelf lives, two to five days fresh or three months frozen. Now you can enjoy Zibiru favourites at home!

Zibiru (zibiru.com)

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BIKU

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njoy a high tea selection, flavourful Indonesian food or yummy desserts from Biku in the comfort of your own home.

Biku barely needs further introduction, especially for long-time residents and all-time Bali dwellers. More than just a restaurant, the charming, homey venue is also a tea lounge, as well as a homewares and bookstore. The establishment has been flourishing for more than a decade, and for good reasons too. Biku has the most elaborate tea selection on the island, with more than 50 outstanding varieties from all over the world curated by its own tea master Tjok Gde Kerthyasa. Known and loved for its exquisite high tea packages, Biku also offers scrumptious comfort food, from Indonesian favourites to international flavours. Now you can bring Biku’s delightful offerings home, with the restaurant’s takeaway and delivery services available at your beck and call. Free delivery applies for Seminyak, Kerobokan, Batu

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Nasi Campur

Belig and Umalas areas. You can still come to the restaurant for retail and dine-in with limited seating, or enjoy the feast in the

comfort of your own home. Just call and place your order now.

Biku (bikubali.com)

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Bebek Timbungan

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njoy the rich flavours of Bali, crafted with fresh, healthboosting ingredients, in the comfort of your own home with Bebek Timbungan. The whole menu of mouth-watering dishes is available to order and several set menus have been prepared, complete with sambal and rice.

With Balinese Heritage Cuisine as the main concept, the food at Bebek Timbungan is packed with rich flavours and cultural stories. Named for a dish that could previously only be found in traditional Balinese ceremonies, bebek timbungan means duck cooked in bamboo, and is prepared based on ancestral heritage recipes and methods.

Dishes here are crafted from traditional recipes using fresh ingredients and a myriad of spices, based around Bali’s iconic basa genep mix, and range from light seafood soup to hearty mains, including grilled chicken, mouth-watering satay and the famed megibung set. Many of the ingredients and spices have healthsupporting properties, for example, belimbing leaves are believed to boost the immune system, strengthen bones, control cholesterol and diabetes, and reduce inflammation, while ginger is not only tasty but also helps reduce blood sugar and helps fight colds and headaches.

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During these uncertain times, Bebek Timbungan is ensuring diners can still benefit from its nutritious food. Dine in from noon to 9pm at the Sunset Road restaurant, or order home delivery by WhatsApp or phone on (+62) 81138003222.

The restaurant staff have all been trained to handle food hygienically and their health is regularly checked.

Bebek Timbungan (bebektimbungan.co.id) @bebektimbungan

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Kilo Kitchen Bali

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s the first Kilo outlet in Indonesia, Kilo Kitchen Bali cemented its place as a favourite dining institution on the island.

Whipping out creative dishes inspired by the rich flavours of Asian cuisine, the restaurant invites diners to share great memories over delicious food. Signature dishes are created using local ingredients and produce to captivate the diners’ imagination and palate.

During these uncertain times, Kilo Kitchen Bali is offering a new dining experience with a takeaway menu and free delivery service. On the menu is a selection of house signatures, all-day dishes, Kilo combo meals including drinks with sharing portion that can feed 2 to 6 people, perfect for families.

Get a free kombucha with a minimum order of IDR300,000, and free delivery within 5 kilometers of the restaurant. To order, contact Kilo Kitchen Bali on (+62) 81246167618.

Kilo Kitchen Bali (kilo-collective.com)

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Made’s Warung

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avour the best tasting Indonesian food from Bali’s most iconic restaurant in the comfort of your home. From a humble beginning as a small, simple warung, Made’s Warung has made its name as one of Bali’s most iconic venues. Offering guests, both local and international, the chance to savour the best Indonesian cooking, made from the heart, the dining institution is now bringing its food closer to you with its home delivery services.

Loyal customers in Bali are now able to enjoy these fine treats without leaving the house. On the menu is an array of Made’s Warung signatures that include nasi campur, gado-gado, sate ayam, rendang and much more, in addition to international choices like pastas, pizzas, hamburgers, fish & chips. The delivery service is available every day from 7am with the last order taken at 7.30pm. To place your order, contact Made’s Warung on WhatsApp at (+62) 87860240868.

Made’s Warung (madeswarung.com) Indonesian Favourites

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Cibo!

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talian food is more than just fresh ingredients cooked with heart, it is a whole experience that combines good company with wholesome, comforting food, making it an ideal option for these challenging times.

Cooking with love daily, Chef Diego Martinelli has added a selection of pasta sauces, including favourites like four cheese, salsa pomodoro and pesto, to the retail options to purchase and use at home. While you are buying your pasta sauce, don’t forget to add some handcrafted pasta, extra virgin olive oil flavoured with rosemary and garlic, as well as freshly baked bread and pastries for an Italian feast to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.

If you would rather not cook, then you can always take advantage of Cibo!’s readyto-eat meals, and takeaway and delivery menus, which are packed with comfort food options that warm and fill you. There are plenty of choices, from soups to desserts, but the gnocchi with gorgonzola sauce is an especially easy heat and eat choice, or grab a ready-cooked whole chicken or some New Zealand lamb shank, crispy pork belly or beef cheek, or a selection of artisanal cold cuts and cheese. The cookies and cakes are

Roasted Pork Belly with Cr acklin Skin

and (+62) 81236715490. Find the full menu on Instagram, Facebook and the Cibo! website, while daily specials are posted on Instagram. Free delivery is available within a 3km radius.

Open daily from 11am to 7pm, orders can be Cibo! (cibobali.com) placed via WhatsApp on (+62) 81339693001 @cibobali also popular, especially the iconic bombolini filled with nutella or lemon cream, and if you need a celebratory cake, the pastry chef will be happy to discuss it with you.

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BOY'N'COW

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favourite spot for carnivores, Boy’N’Cow prides itself as Bali’s most notable steakhouse. Offering diners a fantastic choice of dry-aged meat and special signature cuts, the restaurant is always packed with people.

While big juicy steaks are the highlight of the menu, the team behind the bar also create some of the tastiest cocktails on the island. Each drink has been carefully created to be the perfect companion to the various main courses.

As people are now staying at home more due to the situation, the restaurant is providing a Cocktails to Go service to ensure everyone can still enjoy the popular cocktails in the comfort of their own homes.

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Four specialty drinks are on offer, with an emphasis on barrel-aged cocktails. Each drink is aged for 20 days in a barrel to create a smoother, more delectable taste. The barrel-aged negroni is made with dry gin, sweet vermouth and Campari, while the barrel-aged boulvardier is a beautiful concoction of bourbon, sweet vermouth and Campari. For those who prefer a sweeter taste, the barrel-aged rossita is created using tequila, dry vermouth, sweet vermouth and Campari. If you’re looking for something even smoother, the Black Wood is crafted from scotch whiskey, spiced rum, sweet vermouth, spiced syrup and angostura bitters.

Each cocktail is especially packaged in a 500ml bottle and contains five servings. Orders are taken daily from 10am to 6pm by WhatsApp on (+62) 81237941047.

Boy’N’Cow (boyncow.com)

The Writers Bar at Raffles Jakarta

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he Writers Bar is a legendary establishment, a famed venue within the equally renowned Raffles Jakarta.

Exuding timeless sophistication and classic opulence, the bar takes its patrons to the elusive golden era of cocktails, the 1920s prohibition era. Offering a special beverage service, guests at The Writers Bar can enjoy table-side service from the talented roaming bartenders, who whip up your choice of libation right at your table so you can bask in the full experience.

And if you don’t feel like leaving the comfort of your humble

abode, use the Raffles To Go service and let The Writers Bar bring their liquid gems right to your doorstep. Enjoying curated tipples at home is as easy as calling or contacting Raffles Jakarta via WhatsApp on (+62) 8558155888 and placing your order. You don’t have to travel far to take a sip of The Writers Bar’s classics, indulge in the Jakarta Sling, New York Sour, and Cherry Cobbler, as well as the Moscow Mule, Old Cuban and more.

The Writers Bar at Raffles Jakarta (raffles.com/jakarta)

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Hotel Monopoli

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esigned to suit modern travellers with a penchant for timeless class, Hotel Monopoli is famed and loved for its contemporary retro architecture, attention to detail and bespoke hospitality. One of the curated experiences on offer at Hotel Monopoli is its cocktail culture, with handcrafted tipples made by the award-winning mixologist to entice your palate.

The hotel’s founding group, Syah Establishments, recently launched Cocktail Porter, not just through Hotel Monopoli, but also its other outlets, The Gunawarman, Lucy In The Sky and Lucy Beer Kitchen

By Lawless. A modern beverage experience, Cocktail Porter delivers signature cocktails that are scrupulously handcrafted, supervised and inspected by Syah Establishments’ award-winning mixologist – right to your home. The Cocktail Porter menu comprises classics like Negroni, Manhattan, Boulevardier, Old Fashioned and Bloody Mary, as well as special signatures like Chocolate Martini, Sangria Tinta, Loca Loco and Dr. Pepper.

Just phone to place your order. Delivery within a 10km radius of Hotel Monopoli is free. Cocktail Porter is part of the establishment’s #RESETNOW campaign, a recovery-mode effort by Hotel Monopoli to persuade people to stay at home and be positive.

Hotel Monopoli (hotelmonopolijakarta.com) @hotelmonopoli bottled cocktails

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DIRECTORY

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JAKARTA Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta Jalan Jenderal Gatot Subroto, Kuningan Jakarta 12710, Indonesia T: (+62) 2122771888 E: contactus.jakarta@fourseasons.com fourseasons.com/jakarta @fsjakarta Gran MeliĂ Jakarta Jalan H.R. Rasuna Said Jakarta 12950, Indonesia T: (+62) 81197100712 E: granmeliajakarta@granmeliajakarta.com granmelia.com @granmelia_jkt Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Jalan Gajah Mada No. 211 Jakarta 11120, Indonesia T: (+62) 2129776800 E: dutacafejktgm@ihg.com holidayinn.com @holidayinnsuites.jakarta Hotel Monopoli Jalan Taman Kemang No. 12 Jakarta 12730, Indonesia T: (+62) 2122715665 E: info@hotelmonopolijakarta.com hotelmonopolijakarta.com @hotelmonopoli Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta Jalan Asia Afrika, Senayan, Jakarta 10270, Indonesia T: (+62) 215747777 E: catering@hotelmulia.com hotelmulia.com @hotelmulia

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InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah Jalan Metro Pondok Indah Jakarta 12310, Indonesia T:(+62) 2139507355 E: rsvn.sugarspice.icjakarta@ihg.com jakartapondokindah.intercontinental.com @intercontinentaljakarta Kilo Kitchen Jakarta Jalan Gunawarman No. 16 Jakarta 12110, Indonesia T: (+62) 81299752522 E: reservations.jkt@kilokitchen.com kilo-collective.com @kilokitchenjkt Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta Jalan M.H. Thamrin Jakarta 10310, Indonesia T: (+62) 81585321202 (WhatsApp) E: mojkt-reservations@mohg.com mandarinoriental.com @mo_jakarta Raffles Jakarta Jalan Prof. Dr. Satrio, Ciputra World 1 Jakarta 12940, Indonesia T: (+62) 2129880888 E: jakarta@raffles.com raffles.com/jakarta @raffleshoteljakarta Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta Kota BNI Jalan Jenderal Sudirman Jakarta 10220, Indonesia T: (+62) 87875666264 E: fbreservation.slj@shangri-la.com shangri-la.com/jakarta @shangrilajkt

SwissĂ´tel Jakarta PIK Avenue Pantai Indah Kapuk Boulevard Jakarta 14470, Indonesia T: (+62) 2122571188 WhatsApp (+62) 81298211502 E: HB690@accor.com swissotel.com @swissoteljkt The Dharmawangsa Jakarta Jalan Brawijaya Raya Jakarta 12160, Indonesia T: (+62) 8111025999 E: reservation@the-dharmawangsa.com the-dharmawangsa.com @ thedharmawangsa The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place Sudirman Central Business District Jalan Jenderal Sudirman Jakarta 12190, Indonesia T: (+62) 2125501888 E: rc.jktrt.leads@ritzcarlton.com ritzcarlton.com @ritzcarltonpacificplace The Writers Bar Raffles Jakarta Jalan Prof. Dr. Satrio, Ciputra World 1 Jakarta 12940, Indonesia T: (+62) 2129880888 E: jakarta@raffles.com raffles.com/jakarta @ thewritersbar

BEYOND JAKARTA Pullman Bandung Grand Central Jalan Diponegoro No. 27, Citarum Bandung 40115, Indonesia @pullmanbandunggrandcentral

BALI Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort Jalan Abimanyu Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 361737773 E: seminyak@anantara.com bali.anantara.com @anantaraspawellness Apéritif Viceroy Bali Jalan Lanyahan, Nagi, Ubud Bali 80571, Indonesia T: (+62) 81353266678 E: res@aperitif.com aperitif.com @aperitifbali Bebek Timbungan Jalan Sunset Road No. 88 Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 81138003222 bebektimbungan.co.id @bebektimbungan Biku Jalan Petitenget No. 888, Seminyak Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 85100570888 bikubali.com @bikubali Bo$$man Jalan Kayu Cendana No. 8B, Seminyak Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 8113860507 E: holla@bossmanbali.com bossmanbali.com @bossmanbali

Boy’n’Cow Jalan Raya Kerobokan Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 3619348468 / (+62) 81237941047 E: info@boyncow.com boyncow.com @boyncow Cibo!

Jalan Subak Sari No. 8, Canggu Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 81236715490 cibobali.com @cibobali Gourmet Easy @gourmeteasy.bali Happy Chappy Chinese Jalan Beraban No. 62, Seminyak Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 3616203333 E: info@happychappychinese.com happychappychinese.com @happychappychinese Kilo Kitchen Bali Jalan Drupadi No. 22, Seminyak Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 81246167618 E: bali@kilokitchen.com kilo-collective.com @kilokitchenbali Made’s Warung Jalan Raya Seminyak Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 361732130 E: madeswarunginfo@gmail.com madeswarung.com @madeswarung

Mamaka by Ovolo Bali Jalan Pantai Kuta, Legian Bali 80361, Indonesia ovolohotels.com MAURI Jalan Petitenget Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 817776177 E: reservations@mauri-restaurant.com mauri-restaurant.com/mauri-at-home @mauri_restaurant Mozaic Jalan Raya Sanggingan, Ubud Bali 80571, Indonesia T: (+62) 361975768 E: info@mozaic-bali.com mozaic-bali.com @mozaicrestaurantubud Naughty Nuri’s Warung Seminyak Jalan Mertanadi No. 62, Kerobokan Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 3618476783 E: info@naughtynurisseminyak.com naughtynurisseminyak.com @naughtynurisseminyak Plataran at Canggu Jalan Pengubugan, Banjar Silayukti Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 361411388 E: info.desk@plataran.com plataran.com @pl.canggubali Romeos Bar & Grillery Romeos Bar & Grillery Jalan Padma Utara, Legian Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 361755225 / WhatsApp (+62) 81289180123 E: info@romeosbali.com romeosbali.com @romeosbali The Apurva Kempinski Bali Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 361209228 E: weddings.bali@kempinski.com kempinski.com @kempinskibali The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Sawangan, Nusa Dua Bali 80363, Indonesia T: (+62) 3613017777 E: reservation@themulia.com themulia.com @themuliabali Zibiru Jalan Drupadi No. 7, Seminyak Bali 80361, Indonesia T: (+62) 82236631302 E: info@zibiru.com zibiru.com @zibiru

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Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse

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HONG KONG

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Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse 26 Mohamed Sultan Road Singapore 238970 T: (+65) 67356739 E: reservations@bistecca.com.sg bistecca.com.sg @bisteccatuscansteakhouse

Hue Dining Hong Kong Museum of Art 1/F 10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui Kowloon, Hong Kong T: (+852) 35005888 hello@huedining.com.hk huedining.com.hk @huedining

Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel 257 Charoennakorn Road, Thonburi Bangkok 10600, Thailand T: (+66) 23659110 E: reserveavani@avanihotels.com avanihotels.com @avanibangkok

Junior The Pocket Bar 43 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088464 T: (+65) 81211462 @juniorthepocketbar

The Langham, Hong Kong

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The Langham, Hong Kong 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui Kowloon, Hong Kong T: (+852) 23751133 E: tlhkg.info@langhamhotels.com langhamhotels.com @langhamhk

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