If you know me well you know I’m obsessed with two cuisines, Mediterranean and Mexican (I know, so cliche). I am very fond of Mediterranean flavors, textures and spices and would gladly give up any meal if I was to eat hummus for life-sustenance any given day. We cook Turkish and Lebanese food at home … Continue reading »
There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea. ~Henry James, The Portrait of a Lady And in that regard some lovely ladies and I ventured to try yet a new venue for my now habitual afternoon tea. This time we decided to check out … Continue reading »
After reading about Taco Local on my good friend Kaho’s blog I knew I had to make an effort to venture to the South Side (picture me saying that with hand gesture that obviously gives me street cred) and try it myself. After all, the Mexican in me wanted needed its monthly taco fix and … Continue reading »
It has become our quest to find the perfect mall for us in Jakarta. It doesn’t have the be the fanciest or biggest one but one that when we visit it includes a decent lunch, a wonderful dessert, room for the boys to run around, limited crowds and a little bit of shopping. Our project … Continue reading »
Tokyo Belly is the newest addition to the already popular and well-renowned Ismaya Group. Some of our favorite restaurants include Kitchenette, Social House and Sushi Groove. Last weekend when we were visiting Grand Indonesia we were intrigued by the very cool look of the restaurant and decided to give it a try. We love Japanese … Continue reading »
As all Jakartans, we were perusing a mall one lazy holiday afternoon. Since we were done playing in Miniapolis and did not really feel like going home just yet, I suggested to my husband we did as the expat ladies do and indulged in a delightful afternoon tea. He hesitantly agreed and since we were … Continue reading »
Anyone that lives in Jakarta will tell you that they are due for a break every few months or even weeks. Our favorite rest and recreation site in the area is up in the mountains in Puncak. When we go there we usually plan ahead and bring groceries from Jakarta. We wait to buy all … Continue reading »
Ever since I moved to South East Asia almost four years ago I’ve realized that Afternoon Tea is a delectable affair that every lady should indulge in once in a while. After all, what could be better than delicious petits plats accompanied by sense indulging tea and the always pleasant company of your girlfriends? When … Continue reading »
If you are looking for a glimpse of the old Jakarta visiting the Café Batavia in the Kota area is a simple must. Centrally located in the “Old Town’ district intrinsic details and funky décor make of this restaurant a place worth visiting and exploring whether you are newly arrived or have been here for … Continue reading »
As a special occasion marking my dad’s last weekend in Jakarta we decided to give the Jakarta Brunch Scene another try. We had previously done Brunch at the Four Seasons Hotel and had left as satisfied customers. This time we shopped around for a different venue and headed to the Ritz Carlton in Pacific Place … Continue reading »
