Have you ever wondered what the house of an haute-couture designer looks like? Do you know what happens after royalty and socialites wear their gorgeous ball-gowns and refuse to be seen wearing them again? Did you know gold thread and encrusted diamonds are common materials used to dress the rich and famous? If your answer … Continue reading
Of course this week was no exception and it was as crazy and fun as the previous ones. We are still quite busy working on Joshua’s birthday party and we are just enjoying the coming Christmas season. Monday and Tuesday I “lunched” with girlfriends and got to enjoy an awesome chocolate dessert at the Magnum … Continue reading
A week in snapshots is finally back, or at least for now until Santa starts getting busy and preparing for Christmas! This week has certainly been a busy one. Then again, which week isn’t??? We celebrated Thanksgiving with good friends on Thursday and on the days before that and after I was either preparing for … 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
This is the second and final part of the quick guide to Moving to Jakarta. Today we will discuss what to bring and culture shock and everyday life in the Big Durian. Moving to Jakarta without Losing your Mind Part 2 What to Bring? 1. Medicine and Baby Supplies Would you recommend I stock up … Continue reading
I bet a number of you are doing some research before you move to the new place you call home. I know I did before we moved to Bangkok and then to Jakarta. I try to be as prepared as I can, especially if I’m moving with kids. A fellow soon-to-be expat mom, Magdalena who’s … Continue reading
I have yet to explain to Evan what citizenship is. After all, he was made in Germany, born in Thailand to an American dad and a Mexican mom and is currently living in Indonesia. The good thing about being a kid is that you can be a citizen of the world and not have to … Continue reading
As I’ve mentioned before a lot of our spare time in Jakarta is spent at the malls. Here’s a short informative article I wrote about the Shopping Malls in Jakarta for the Expat Arrivals Website. I hope you find it useful! Malls in Jakarta With an enormous array of shopping centers encompassing the super chic … Continue reading
The first time we visited Jakarta Evan was just 9 months old. We were still living in Bangkok at the time and joined my husband on a work trip. We “lived” in Jakarta for a bit over a month and got a sneak peek of life in the Big Durian. During that time I discovered … Continue reading
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