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CAELUM Dining & Lounge Wins Favourite Restaurant at Exquisite Awards 2025
Just months after its grand opening, CAELUM Dining & Lounge at Ascott Kuningan Jakarta earns the title of Favourite Restaurant – Exquisite Readers’ Choice...
Winner of Exquisite Awards 2025 – Best Brunch: Asia Restaurant at...
Winner of Exquisite Awards 2025 - Best Brunch: Asia Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan
The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan has established itself as...
Roland Pratama
Director of Food & Beverage at Hotel Tentrem Jakarta
E: What are your responsibilities?
A: My responsibilities include leading and developing food and beverage and culinary...
Juna Juns
Professional Bartender at Unfinished Project
E: What are your responsibilities?
A: As a bartender in a speakeasy bar, my role covers just about everything. Beyond making...
Jyri Pylkkänen
Southeast Asia Regional Malts Brand Ambassador of William Grant & Sons
E: How do you usually introduce The Balvenie to someone who has never tried...
Salim – Executive Chef at TUI BLUE Berawa Hotel & Villas...
Executive Chef Salim combines his childhood passion, global experience, and deep Indonesian heritage to create cuisine that is both innovative and meaningful. At TUI...
Joan Achour – Head Chef at AKASA Restaurant & Bar at...
At the helm of AKASA Restaurant & Bar at Jumeirah Bali, Head Chef Joan Achour masterfully blends fire-driven techniques with Asia’s rich culinary traditions....
A Dialogue in the Glass with Natalie Lau at Truce
Truce opened its Guest Crafted Series with an unforgettable night led by celebrated bartender Natalie Lau. Known for her ingredient-driven creations and quiet precision,...
Jakarta’s Cocktail Scene Welcomes Giancarlo Mancino at Dualism
World-renowned bartender Giancarlo Mancino arrives in Jakarta for a one-night-only guest shift at Dualism, the city’s newest concept bar. Blending Italian heritage with modern...
Blake Thornley – Chef and Co-Owner Spice by Blake
New Zealand-born Chef Blake Thornley has made Bali his creative home, bringing bold ideas and vibrant flavours to the island’s dining scene. At Spice...





























































