Old friendships meet bold flavours as Chef Benvi and Chef Glenn reunite for Nostalgia Rasa Nusantara, a special Sunday brunch at Hotel Tentrem Jakarta. Expect heartfelt dishes, shared memories and a warm celebration of Indonesia’s culinary roots.
There is something special about old friends reuniting, especially when that reunion happens in the kitchen. At Hotel Tentrem Jakarta’s Kayu Manis restaurant, childhood friends turned chefs, Benvi and Glenn, join forces for a one-day-only brunch collaboration, bringing their long-standing friendship and culinary vision to life through Nostalgia Rasa Nusantara.
Running on Sunday, 1 June 2025, this event is far more than just a special brunch. It is a heartfelt tribute to Indonesia’s diverse culinary heritage, shaped by memory, experience and genuine passion. Years after sharing school days and kitchen dreams, the two chefs are back at the table together, now with years of professional experience behind them—ready to reinterpret the dishes that once brought them comfort and joy.
The menu tells a story of its own. Drawing from recipes passed down through generations, Nostalgia Rasa Nusantara features a mix of familiar dishes and surprising reinterpretations. Each dish is anchored in the chefs’ shared upbringing yet thoughtfully adapted for today’s palate, making this brunch both nostalgic and refreshingly current.
But it’s not just about what’s on the plate. The collaboration also reflects the warmth that only comes from a genuine connection. Every dish carries a sense of home, a bit of laughter from old times and the joy of creating something meaningful together. For those attending, the atmosphere will likely feel less like a formal dining experience and more like a spirited get-together with people who love food as much as they love each other.
Presented in partnership with Semaja, this brunch is open to all who want to reconnect with familiar tastes or explore Indonesian flavours in a new light.
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