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Thursday, March 24, 2016

Mama Rosy 3rd Anniversary Party

Mama Rosy 3rd Anniversary Party March 18, 2016

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Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Egg-citement Celebration at The Hermitage Jakarta

Jakarta, 16 March 2016, The Hermitage, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Jakarta feature 90 spacious guest rooms and elegant suites, as well as nearly 400 square meters of function space, including a grand ballroom and meeting room. Including a fitness centre and relaxing rooftop infinity pool that overlook the glittering Jakarta skyline. The Hermitage houses four different restaurant and bar destinations, offering a wide range of international cuisines and locally-inspired dining experiences.

The Easter package, with an extensive luxurious brunch on Easter Sunday. The gratitude celebration will be held at L’ Avenue Restaurant. The younger guests are also taken care of with a fun-filled cupcake and egg decoration on Sunday 27 March.

L’Avenue restaurant located at the main lobby of the hotel will offer a full buffet Easter Sunday Brunch specially prepared by our passionate Chefs. Easter Brunch will consist of two (2) option packages, Easter Sunday Delight at IDR 450,000* (inclusive of our welcome signature Bloody Mary and unlimited consumption of juices and Hermitage Lime Iced Tea) and the latter is the Hermitage Easter at IDR 695,000* (inclusive of unlimited Sparkling, Red and White Wine, Sparkling Water, mineral water and soft drinks).

EASTER

The Hermitage Hotel also cater a staying package for this special celebration by offering a luxurious stay period 24-27 March 2016, Easter Deal Package starts from IDR 2,500,000nett per night inclusive of breakfast for two (2) adults and two (2) children under the age of 5 years, early check in at 10am and late check out until 4pm (subject to availability). Indulge yourself to the max by taking our superior package start from IDR 2,900,000 nett, this one includes a room night stay and our Easter Brunch on Sunday for two (2) adults from 11.30 am.

For further information please call to our reservation, or visit our page on www.hermitage.co.id

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Taxi Driver Protests Turned Violent, Brussel Bombing & Our Weekly Quiz

Dear Jakartans!

Jakartans were enraged by the massive anti-Uber protest done by thousands of taxi drivers that crippled main Jakarta streets for hours and, most horrifically, turned brutally violent after a portion of protestors forced fellow drivers still operating taxis and buses to stop. Some protestors also became involved in skirmishes with riders of popular motorcycle taxi service Gojek, Jakarta Globe reports.

On Monday, the Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop opened the new Australian Embassy complex in Patra Kuningan, South Jakarta, making it the largest embassy ever constructed by the country, with a total floor space of 50,000 square meters. The complex includes a five-story Chancery, accommodation for some embassy staff, and recreation and medical centers. To add, the Indonesia-Australia relationship recently has entered a new chapter as Indonesia officially announced Australia as one of the 169 countries granted visa-free visits to Indonesia, effective this month.

From around the world, we mourn as violence still fills the headlines; Belgium’s capital was shook by multiple bombings, two in Zavantem Airport and one in Maelbeek metro station near EU buildings yesterday (22/3) that killed at least 31 people and injured more than 220. Just days before, a suicide bomb attack also shook Istanbul (Saturday, 19/3) killing five and injured 29. The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for all these attacks.

Don’t miss out the chance to win an exquisite lunch/dinner for two at Turkuaz/Warung Turki. Just answer this simple question for this week’s quiz: “What is the meaning of the ‘evil eye’ symbol?” Submit your answer to turwar.quiz@gmail.com and see if you’re the lucky winner to last week’s quiz here!

Lastly, after an eventful week we wish everyone a peaceful long weekend and a Happy Easter.

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Cheers,

Deisy Wong Will
CEO/Founder
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Tuesday, March 22, 2016

POP! Hotels Supports PROFAUNA Creative Design Competition to Raise Awareness on Endangered Forest Issue

Ever since its new campaign launch in January 2016, POP! Hotels through the “Serve to Conserve” program has been trying to find an exciting project to get on. Finally together with PROFAUNA, a non-profit organization with a global network, working for the protection of forest and wildlife – a collaborative act in hope of raising public awareness through a creative design competition was born.

“We are trying to engage with the most talented graphic enthusiasts in the country by inviting them to come up with attractive designs which boldly speak of conserving the forest that is so captivating and can emotionally resonate the true message about our concern of the environment,” said Zulner Nouradine, POP! Hotels Brand Manager – TAUZIA Hotel Management.

Each designer can submit up to 3 original designs to kaoshutan@gmail.com. Submission deadline is by 19 April 2016.

Rosek Nursahid, the founder of PROFAUNA, together with Irene Janti, TAUZIA’s Chief Brand & Product Officer will be amongst the judges in selecting 20 preliminary designs then the best 3 will win cash prize as well as free night stays at POP! Hotels across Indonesia.

In addition to that two favorite social media winners through most votes will be selected. Simply post the design using hash tag #serve2conserve and tag/mention @pophotels and @profauna for a chance to win hotel vouchers and exclusive merchandise from POP! Hotels.

Winner announcement will be done during Earth Day, which will fall on 22 April 2016.

Further info about this program can be found on www.profauna.net & www.pophotels.com, also @pophotels and @profauna via social media.

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9 Best Bakeries in Jakarta

Where do you usually get your daily bread? As a true melting pot, Jakarta offers plenty of bakeries that offer baked goods that either stay true to the classic way of baking, the way it’s been done for hundreds of years, or mixed and adapted to culinary elements from all around the world. Here is our list of boulangers in Jakarta where you can find the best of breads, pastries, cakes, and viennoiserie.

1. Kempi Deli

Located in the Grand indonesia-Kempinski Jakarta, Has one of the biggest selection of European bread in town. It also serves as ia fine-food and delicatessen shop that showcases homemade produce such as dry pasta, bread, sausages and cold cuts. It also caters to those who like to just “grab and go”, with like their gourmet hot and cold sandwiches.

Grand Indonesia Shopping Town
Floor 2 East Mall
Jl. MH Thamrin No. 1, Jakarta
Phone: (021) 23583985
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2. Le Boutique Gourmande

This chic cake shop is popular for freshly baked breads, pastries, chocolates and mouth-watering cakes. Perfect to be enjoyed with freshly brewed illy coffee in the cosy coffee corner. Must try: both their sweet and savory eclairs and the Millefeuille, a pastry made up of three layers of puff pastry, alternating with two layers of pastry cream dusted with confectioner’s sugar, cocoa, or pulverized seeds.

Opening hours: 07:30 AM – 10:00 PM
After 07:00 PM, enjoy 50% off for all slices of cake and bread selection, and 20% for whole cake.

Le Meridien Jakarta
Jalan Jenderal Sudirman, Kav 18 – 20 Jakarta
Phone: +62 21 251 3131

3. Sophie Authentique

Having difficulty in finding good bread in the city, a long time French resident of Jakarta, Sophie Boyer jumped at her first opportunity to open her own bakery in November 2012. It started off as only a delivery service on weekends, but sweet-toothed Jakartans were persistent in their search for more of Sophie’s authentic French delicacies and kept asking for an address to visit during the week, and the rest is freshly baked history!

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4. Levant Boulangerie

Levant Boulangerie has long been supplying authentic french and European bread to a number of restaurants in Jakarta with their signature sourdough breads, baguettes, to croissants. It is a traditional french bakery, which means that their products comes at it’s most fresh state in the morning! Do try their canelles, the simple yet essential baguette, and quiches.

Jl. Benda 12a, Kemang, South Jakarta
Opening hours: 7 days a week, 7am-8pm

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Monday, March 21, 2016

DOUBLETREE JAKARTA RE-INTRODUCES THE SUNDAY BRUNCH

DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta – Diponegoro has re-launched their Sunday Brunch package at OPEN} Restaurant, an all-day dining venue featuring open kitchens, live cooking stations including Local, Asian and Western Pod. Savor the tastes of best selection dishes from Chef Zulkarnain including appetizer, sushi and sashimi, selection of seafood on ice, Western food station and special desserts.

For the young ones, brunch will never be boring. The little bosses will be indulged with an exceptional selection of kids buffet in the Barista corner while entertained by a variety of Kids activity including face painting and cake decoration. Make the afternoon more exciting with visit our new fully equipped toys and playground at Kids Club.

Last but not the least, toast to the weekend with an array of free flow beverages; cocktail, beer, wine, juice and soft drinks during the brunch while live music performance playing laid-back grooves will keep a song in your heart. Continue the Sundays escape after the brunch, guest are invited to enjoy the privilege of complimentary one cocktail at the swimming pool.

Escape the pressures of the working week and enjoy this one stop weekend escape at IDR 458.000++/ person from 11.30 to 15.00, where all family member will discover a delectable culinary journey, the privilege of swimming pool and Kids Club access as well as live music performance.

Available every Sunday from 11.30 to 15.00 OPEN} Restaurant, Ground Level
Adult : 458.000++ per person (inclusive free flow beverage: cocktail, beer, soft drink, tea and juices)
Child : Half price per child (aged 4- to 12-years-old, accompany by paying adult) Free (aged 0 – to 3-years-old)

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SWISS-BELHOTEL INTERNATIONAL OPENS IN PONDOK INDAH, JAKARTA

A leading hotel network, Swiss-Belhotel International recently inaugurated its latest 4 star hotel in Jakarta, Swiss-Belhotel Pondok Indah on March 18, 2016.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony was led by Johannes Peddy, owner of PT. Pondok Indah Tower, James Tam – Executive Vice President of Swiss-Belhotel International, Matthew Faull -Executive Director and Gordon Coutts, Vice President – Operations and Projects – Philippines, Cambodia, Indonesia and Central Asia.

Mr. James Tam hands souvenir to Mr. Johannes Peddy Wongsowidjojo

“Tumpeng” cutting by owner Mr. Johannes Peddy Wongsowidjojo

Swiss-Belhotel International Chairman and President Mr. Gavin M Faull stated that the launch of this 159 room hotel is its 57th in Indonesia. “We are proud to be Swiss-Belhotel International growth sustainable with more than 20 projects are planned to be opened this year.” he added.

Swiss-Belhotel Pondok Indah is located in a strategic location in Pondok Indah area, a business and residential area in South Jakarta that provides convenient access to the business centers in West Jakarta, East, North, South Tangerang to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. It gives easy access to get to entertainment and shopping center in South Jakarta, making it and ideal choice for both business and leisure travellers alike.

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