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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...
Mandira Isman – Chef/Owner at The Cutler Prime Rib
Chef Mandira Isman’s story is fuelled by a passion for culinary arts nurtured through training at Le Cordon Bleu and honed through experiences in...
Everyday Heroes
Compact appliances often hold more significance than their size suggests. From quick breakfasts to evening wind-downs, each one plays a crucial role in the...






























































