Thursday, November 24, 2016
World Class 2017: First 5 Jakarta Semi Finalists Showcase The Art of Bartending
The prestigious bartending competition, World Class, kick started in Jakarta by showcasing the bartending talent of five West Regional Semi-Finalists and a special cocktail pairing session complimented by cuisine created by one of the most respected Chef’s in the city, Andrew Zarzosa of the Fairmont.
World Class 2017 marks its seventh year in Indonesia with the first ever Indonesian National Finals to be held in Jakarta in 2017. This years World Class Experience has started on a high note with the selection of six West Regional Semi-Finalists; Henry Maraben Siktimu from E&O, Albert Yacob from J Sparrow’s, Joko Adityo Pratomo from Fairmont Jakarta, Yepi Assipa from Beer Garden, Rizky Sanjaya from Artoz and Aditya Wiguna. These six are now in the running for one of the eight spots in the Indonesian National Finals which will provide competing bartenders a chance to not only showcase their talent, but also to represent their country in the Global Finals alongside some of the World’s best bartenders.
To mark the selection of the first batch of West Regional Semi-Finalists World Class held a special showcase of the winning cocktails followed by a very special mixology and pairing session with Bartender Joko Aditya Pratomo and Chef Andrew Zarzosa of the Fairmont, in which they shared their philosophy of the art of mixology and food and how the two complement each other.
At the session, Bartender Joko’s presented his winning cocktail ‘Green Citrus Sour’; a balanced sour cocktail with complex citrus and herb flavors and a silky aftertaste. To pair with the cocktail, Chef Zarzosa created a dish of duck glazed in miso butterscotch with snap peas and shiso. Speaking about the pairing Chef Zarzosa said, “My goal was to present a dish that creates a complex and beautiful contrast with the cocktail. The lightness and freshness of the Green Citrus Sour cuts through the richness of the duck and the savory notes of the miso butterscotch glaze. Additionally, the shiso in the dish mirrors the herbaceousness of the basil found in the cocktail, bringing an extra layer of depth to both.”
“Bartending and the art of mixology is now as challenging and inspiring as the art of cooking, with cocktails handcrafted with the same thought and technique we put in our cuisine. For me, cocktails reflect the philosophy of food; use the best products available, support local and sustainable vendors, and treat the ingredients well by cooking them with respect and integrity. It is heartening to be involved in an event like World Class which recognizes the art of bartending and provides local bartenders a global platform to showcase their talent.” he further added.
Launched in 2009, World Class is an internationally-recognised competition and a mark of distinction for the bartender who is crowned World Class Bartender of the Year. In Indonesia, the 2017 competition has commenced with the completion of West and East Regional elimination rounds in which 25 contenders have been narrowed down to 6 for each region. These bartenders will now advance to the West and East Regional Semi-Finals which will be held on 28th of November 2016 in Jakarta and 29th of November 2016 in Bali for a one-on-one judging process which will evaluate their skill, technique, product knowledge, presentation and creativity.
Speaking about the event Diageo Reserve Brand Ambassador, Katherine Nagar said, “Over the last seven years, World Class in Indonesia has witnessed many talented and creative bartenders develop their skills and showcase their talent with pride. As part of the competition we hold workshops, seminars and challenges which are aimed at equipping the contestants with tips and techniques to hone their craft. It is wonderful and inspiring to witness the journey of the bartenders over the course of the competition”.
‘The Diageo Reserve Brands which lead first round of this year’s World Class competition are Ketel One Vodka, Bulleit Bourbon and Bulleit Rye; these brands will be the main spirits for bartenders to use to create their signature cocktails.’ Bulleit and Ketel One have been voted as the #1 brand in the Best Selling and Most Trending Spirits awards.
World Class 2017 competition has two rounds of West and East Regional Semi-Finals in November and April, at the end of which eight finalists will ultimately move ahead to the National Finals. The competition will culminate with the selection of the winner at the National Final being held in Jakarta in May 2017. To share your experiences of this event or know more find hashtag: #worldclassID.
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Wednesday, November 23, 2016
IFCCI Beaujolais Nouveau 2016
Beaujolais Nouveau is a wine party tradition in France celebrated all over the world held every year on the 3rd Thursday of November. Over 65 million bottles, nearly half of the region’s total annual production, distributed and drunk around the world. It has become a worldwide race to be the first to serve to this new wine of the harvest.
The Indonesian-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IFCCI), with support from the French Embassy, organized the Beaujolais Nouveau in Jakarta at the Grand Ballroom, Intercontinental Jakarta Midplaza on Friday, 18 November 2016.
In a grand atmosphere, IFCCI gathered dear friends, members and distinguished guests to cherish this year’s Beaujolais Nouveau and celebrate French culture and tradition. The event commenced with speeches by IFCCI’s Chairman, Mr. Philippe Augier, and French Ambassador to Indonesia, H.E. Mr. Jean-Charles Berthonnet, who welcomed everyone and made the first toast along with ambassadors and representatives of EU countries.
Lucky draw from sponsors highlighted the evening while taking the time to thank all guests and sponsors for coming out that night and the Embassy of France for its continuous support. Congratulations to all the lucky winners who won round-trip tickets to Paris, provided by Air France.
Our sincerest thank you to our main sponsors, Bolloré Logistics and Air France, who supported IFCCI in shipping the Beaujolais Nouveau wine directly from France to Indonesia. The event was also sponsored by Total E&P Indonesie, Danone Aqua, Tauzia, and all the lucky draw sponsors. Without the support of these wonderful sponsors, the event would not have been such a huge success. The utmost gratitude is sent to all of the sponsors.
See you all again at Beaujolais Nouveau next year!
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Dive into The Extraordinary Italian Taste
Every year, The Embassy of Italy and the Italian Cultural Institute Jakarta organize several events to promote Italy’s gastronomic culture in the town, as part of The Week of Italian Cuisine in The World that takes place in over 100 countries across the world. For the whole week, enjoy seminars, food tasting, cooking class, and video screenings featuring the best of Italian Cuisine!
The first edition of The Italian Cuisine Week in The World in Jakarta, 21-27 November 2016, was inaugurated with a piano concert by Alessandro Martire and and artwork by prominent artist, Farhan Siki. Next, guests are able to learn more about Mediterranean Diet and Sustainable food through two seminars by experts in the fields.
To highlight the cultural richness of Italian Cuisine, there are also screenings of films and documentary on food in collaboration with several universities in Jakarta and Yogyakarta.
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Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Police Ready for Upcoming Jakarta Demonstrations and Rallies
Dear Jakartans!
The National Police have prepared anticipatory measures to secure anti-government rally that is rumored to take place this Friday (25/11), which is expected to gather hundreds of thousands to streets of Jakarta and towards the DPR complex. National Police Chief Gen. Tito Karnavian has said that both the police and the Indonesian Army would work hand in hand to beef up the security throughout the city.
The police also announced the prohibition of using Jakarta’s public streetsfollowing FPI spokesman Habib Rizieq’s statement, which said the Dec. 2 protesters would carry out Friday prayers across the capital’s two main roads, namely Jl. MH Thamrin and Jl. Sudirman, The Jakarta Post reports.
Good news for food lovers who live in BSD! An authentic German restaurant, The DOCKS just opened last week, unveiling a menu full of scrumptious Bavarian style pork selections. The new restaurant sports a fresh look of circa Second World War nautical vibe, complete with antique diving helmets, German submarine replicas, and ‘docks’ style decor. The ground floor ‘The Galley’ is the main restaurant seating area and the 2nd level ‘Midships’ has a pool table, dart boards and live band playing on Friday and Saturday nights. We think this place makes a great stop for you to explore the Serpong area! Check out details of the restaurant in the links below this newsletter.
Time does creep up on us, doesn’t it? It’s November already which means holiday is coming up pretty soon! Have a look at our website’s Thanksgiving andChristmas highlights to not miss out on special deals and festive events.
Escape the rainy days and satiate your craving for good food with HSBC’s#GoodFoodGoodMood offers. Get discounts, cashbacks, and free upsizes in over than 250 more restaurants across the city, special for HSBC Credit Card holders. Find out more about the offer here.
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AMUZ Gourmet Won Regional HAPA Awards 2016
Since its establishment in September 2010, AMUZ Gourmet has won numerous prestigious national & international awards and achievements from luxury media, Hospitality Professionals, Wine Critics, Government corporations & Competitions. AMUZ has also been listed as Best French Fine Dining, Best French Restaurant, Best Listing of French Wine, Most
Exquisite Dining Experience Western Cuisine, Exceptional Service Quality and many more starting from year 2011 – present.
Chef Gilles Marx has experienced great number of years in pursuing his passion, his International experiences including time spent at Michelin – Starred restaurant in Lyon, Burgundy and Paris as well as professional experience in Australia and Southeast Asia. These experiences have provided him indubitable skills in serving the best food and wine.
AMUZ Gourmet was recognized at the HAPA Regional series as follow for Best Western Cuisine, Best Western Chef, Icon of the year, King of Kitchen, and Best Independent Restaurant of the year.
HAPA (Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards) recognizes and rewards the crème de la crème of the hospitality industry at all levels. Focusing on the people who strive ceaselessly to give guests a hospitality experience bar none, this signature soiree has become a much-anticipated event for hoteliers as well as businesses who work with hospitality industry.
Dedicated to recognizing and rewarding personalities and establishments who have shown drive, dedication and passion for the hospitality industry, HAPA award categories are as diverse as the industry it serves, with Personality awards dedicated to service excellence and
leadership, to categories ranging from the best experiences to be had in travel, golf, spa, food and entertainment. The Oscars of Hospitality is held annually, with Malaysia and Singapore taking it in run to host the event.
The strong interest that other ASEAN countries have shown for HAPA has also resulted in the
expansion of the awards with the advent of the regional HAPA, which will now see service operators vying for top place from amongst players in the region, as opposed to only country specific competition. The regional HAPA will ensure only the contenders from each country will be striving against the cream of the crop from the region for the ultimate recognition, thus raising the bar for both the industry as well as individual operators.
The HAPA Awards Series has created a platform for the industry to benchmark and improve
themselves in tune with industry trends and new challenges and ultimately enchanting the levels of services among hospitality practitioners. The core strength of this dynamic industry is invariably credited to all the individuals and establishments who contribute in one way or another and is deserving of recognition and reward. This is the spirit of the HAPA Awards.
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