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With all this in mind, we would like to exhale, and take this week to calm your nerves and fill your stomach with our foodie issue; a much needed reprieve! In this issue, May Tien interviews the CEO of Indonesia’s Union Group. She also sits down for a chat with Andrew Zarzosa, Executive Chef at the Fairmont in Jakarta. Nadya Joy Ador dives into the world of food scandals in Indonesia, but also explores the idea of whether food security is even possible in the developing nation. Alice Jay gives us the scoop on raw food in Bali, while our Clandestine Critic also reviews Amuz in SCBD. Kenneth Yeung digs up paid protesters and our editors serve up a list of great restaurants to try out in Bali and the capital. Take some time to think slow and get full this month. And don’t hesitate to let us know some of your favourite hidden culinary gems in Indonesia.
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Food Scare Scandals in Indonesia
From human error to poor factory conditions or more serious malicious sabotage, food scares can emerge from just about anywhere, impact consumer trust and damage public health. Indonesia has had its fair share of these. BY NADYA JOY ADOR
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n a world where every incident is increasingly globalized, a food safety problem arising from one region can easily spread across different countries. Food safety and prevention of scandals and disease outbreaks are viewed as international public affairs. Management of a nation’s food security requires global coordination and collaborative efforts. Despite considerable improvement in global surveillance, the underreporting of food scandals remains a problem in most countries. In developed nations such as those in Europe, private regulations are more often than not more stringent than their public counterparts. Producers ensure both the quality and safety of their products because they are aware of how such scandals can negatively impact their public image and business at large. Egregious scandals can even sink a company.
After a four-year silence on the issue, cases of formaldehyde in food again emerged in 2011, when authorities discovered formalin-laced foods at traditional markets in Trenggalek in East Java; Lampung and Palembang in South Sumatra; Klaten in Central Java and Banda Aceh. The formaldehyde food scandal pervaded not only the archipelago but also other Southeast Asian countries where tourists and expats retell stories of formaldehyde-laced beers rampant in Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines and of course Indonesia. Jakarta’s Food and Drug Office authorities warned the public how even in low doses the corpse-preserving chemical can cause burning in the eyes, throat and nose, while higher concentrations are capable of causing kidney problems, nausea, coma and even death.
The Case of the Formaldehyde-Laced Noodles
The Story of the Plastic Rice
In 2005, authorities discovered that 60 percent of noodle shops, roadside street restaurants and food carts in Jakarta were serving food laced with formaldehyde, a chemical used to manufacture fungus killers and fertilizers. It’s also used to embalm dead bodies.
In May of last year, President Joko Widodo called for calm when a scare emerged over rice contaminated with plastic grains across the archipelago. Authorities from Aceh to South Sulawesi provinces and Java conducted random inspections on rice samples.
General Firman Gani, the then-police chief of the capital, immediately launched raids meant to shut down the large suppliers. Gani wanted to spread awareness of the consequences faced by formaldehyde offenders that included large fines and a maximum 15-year jail term, if found guilty.
Lab test results on rice samples from Bekasi, West Java revealed traces of polyvinyl chloride, a synthetic plastic polymer that is widely used to manufacture various plastic products including pipes, bottles and others.
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The stallholder where the sample was taken had earlier suspected something was wrong when she and her customers complained of upset stomachs after consuming her merchandise. A similar case was reported in Medan, North Sumatra, where a girl complained of suffering from stomach pains reportedly after eating contaminated rice. At 140 kg of rice per person each year, Indonesia has the largest per capita rice consumption in the world. While Jokowi aims to make the country self-sufficient in rice, its economy remains incapable of producing enough to feed its population of more than 250 million. During the plastic rice scandal, Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman called for his countrymen to patronize local produce, while Trade Minister Rachmat Gobel relayed this concern to China’s deputy commerce minister at the Philippines meeting for APEC leaders.
“Human error, poor factory conditions and malice. Food scares impact consumer trust and public health across the board. Here are some of Indonesia’s most notorious food scare stories.” college student in a hotel, and soon admitted to laundering bribe money by giving gifts such as cars and diamonds to 45 women, including an adult magazine model and other female celebrities. The ‘Beefgate’ story, where two more executives from the company were sentenced to separate jail terms, was a gigantic controversy whirlwinding around a scandal of epic proportions. That’s saying a lot, considering that the archipelago witnesses a revolving door of corruption scandals like clockwork each year.
The Cooking Oil Waste Management Scare
In 2013, the world’s most populous Muslim-majority nation was shocked with news that shattered the untainted reputation of Indonesia’s biggest Islamic party. An anticorruption court sentenced Luthfi Hasan Ishaaq, president of the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) to a 16-year jail term.
In 2011, reports on the country’s lack of regulation on waste oil disposal emerged. Stories of suppliers and vendors reselling used cooking oil to the public got the attention of authorities who immediately made the public aware of how the use of the compromised substance can seriously damage not only the human body, but the environment as well.
The PKS president was found guilty of money laundering and bribery after receiving kickbacks from Indoguna Utama in exchange for pressing the agriculture ministry to significantly increase the company’s beef import quota. His top aide Ahmad Fathanah was caught paying for sex with a
Today, some 15 cubic metres of used cooking oil are dumped into Bali’s rivers, waste centres and open lands every week, while thousands of gallons of used oils (cleaned of solids) are widely resold by middlemen to street food stalls and warung.
The Beef Import and Sex Scandal
Caritas country representative Thorsten Reckerzugl confirmed that consumption of used oil increases the risks of heart disease, stroke, cancer, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, while the malpractice of dumping used oil into the environment brings serious damage and terrible impacts to the planet. The international social support foundation Caritas has spent millions of dollars in donor funds to help solve these issues. The foundation is also collaborating with hotels and restaurants to increase awareness about using recycled oil in biofuel for generators and shuttle vehicles. The complexity of the food supply chain makes it inevitable that more cases of food scares will likely occur in Indonesia for years to come. While some cases are beyond the control of retailers, the food industry at large can learn a lesson or two from past incidents. Stakeholders can implement proactive methods of protecting the country’s vital commodities such as rice, noodles and beef, among others. Prompt product recalls, implementation of accountability and closer collaboration between suppliers and producers throughout the supply chain should help identify problems at the onset. These efforts can also help determine appropriate resolutions. The prospect of a food scare in the country can be a shivering thought, but surely the industry should be able to equip itself with the right tools to protect consumers.
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Infrastructure and Policy Remain Key Challenges for Food Security Is Indonesia meeting the definitive requirements to be considered self-sufficient? Is its definition of food security the same as the one set by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations? BY NADYA JOY ADOR
What is Food Security?
In Indonesia, the term “food security” is defined as the condition of “food fulfilment for the country down to the individual level.” According to Law No.18 of 2012, food security should be evident in the availability of sufficient food, including quantity and quality, nutrition, distribution, diversity and accessibility, among others. Compare that to the definition provided by FAO, which states that “food security exists when all people at all times have physical and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life.”
Food Security Challenges in Indonesia
The 2015 Global Hunger Index (GHI) showed a 25 percent decrease in Indonesia’s GHI score since the year 2000. While it has yet to resolve its hunger problems in the same way that its Southeast Asian neighbours Vietnam and Thailand have, the country has shown considerable improvement in terms of combating food insecurity.
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In 2012, Indonesia announced its plan to provide 90 percent of its food demand from domestic sources by 2014, a move that was largely dictated by its fear of supply disruptions. The 2013 forecast by the Future Directions International, however, showed that the country was being overly ambitious with its goal. Food-crop farmers in the archipelago are generally smallholders, keeping up with the challenges of economies of scale. The industry finds it difficult to maximize production and meet self-sufficiency targets, particularly because of the erratic climatic conditions brought about by global warming. President Joko Widodo has pursued selfsufficiency policies for the country since taking office in 2014. He believes that reducing or delaying the import of beef, rice, corn and raw sugar will encourage increased local production of these key food products. He stated that the country “must have the courage to stop imports.” To circumvent the problem on market diversification for the country’s beef supply, on the other hand, the government
suggested the creation of quarantine islands where unhealthy beef will be impounded until it is “ready” for the Indonesian market. While the policy allows for the import of beef from alternative suppliers other than Australia, this will result in longer delivery periods and inevitable price increases. In September of 2015, the government announced its implementation of a series of a 12-reform package, highlighting the need to reduce non-tariff barriers, where several import and export requirements were abolished. While the country progressively slashed import tariffs over time, there has been a more intense use of non-tariff measures (NTMs). Unfortunately, however, regardless of the goals put in place, one of the major impacts of NTMs is significantly raising prices of traded goods with the increase of trading costs or the reduction of the domestic supply of goods. These policies have backfired and have resulted in price hikes and supply shortages instead of boosting production in Indonesia. Recent FAO reports also revealed high rates of malnutrition throughout Southeast
Asia, including of course, Indonesia. By 2015, while the number of malnourished Indonesian people had declined from 36 million in 1990 to 19.4 million, the country’s obesity rates have increased and the nation now ranks tenth on the list of the world’s most obese countries. The same holds true for the rate of growth stunting in Indonesian children, where the rate has increased to 36.4 percent from 28.6 percent for kids under the age of five. Both obesity and growth stunting lead to serious lifelong health problems including diabetes, high blood pressure, slow or improper brain development and others. High rates of these health and nutrition problems, when left unattended, will likely make considerable impacts on the Indonesian economy.
The Likelihood of Achieving Food Security in Indonesia
Food security in Indonesia has improved over the past few years, and the country has the potential to bring about self-sufficiency in its primary agricultural commodities such as rice, while simultaneously improving domestic production of high-value food products including beef.
Nadya Joy Ador is a Philippines-based journalist and editor for Content Collision. She routinely covers business, news, and human interest topics. For more information, please visit www.ContentCollision.co
“While food security in Indonesia has significantly improved over the past two decades, challenges continue to disturb the stability of the country’s production and distribution systems.”
A number of challenges, however, continue to prevent it from reaching its full capacity of producing enough food for the Indonesian population. Major agricultural lands and regions have been developed into palm oil plantations that contribute absolutely nothing to bolster the state of food security (despite being commercially profitable). The never-ending expansion of industrial and urban areas, and the increased land use pressure that comes with it, makes it even more difficult to find new land conducive to serving an agricultural purpose. This could be overcome by the government’s increased investment strategies on infrastructure development in the long run. Realizing President Widodo’s ambitious goals for the nation’s infrastructure would significantly improve the food distribution network on which Indonesia’s capacity to produce its own food largely depends. Experts are also looking at other viable methods of ensuring food security such as increasing inter-island connectivity. Theoretically, that would encourage access
to markets for the country’s local food producers in addition to the continuous import of food products. While this could largely improve the country’s food network and reduce costs across the board, the new system would take time and require investments that the country may not be able to secure in the short term. Food security in Indonesia will require government programmes focused on alleviating poverty, diversifying food production, promoting food nutrition and adapting to climate changes. Coordination and communication across all relevant sectors should be improved, while public and private initiatives should be encouraged. These and the government’s openmindedness in terms of examining existing programmes and strategies that will help improve food productivity increase the possibility of security. A robust economic growth and its capacity as a gigantic institution shows the archipelago having bright prospects to improve its food and nutrition security in the years to come.
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Jennifer Karjadi Aims to Create a Perfect Union Today, your family of restaurants includes Benedict, Caffe Milano, Canteen, Casa, Cork & Screw, E&O, The Dutch, Loewy, Bistecca and Union. Which of these would you say is closest to your heart and why? It’s like choosing a favourite amongst your children, I can’t do that. We generally lavish the same amount of love and attention on each of them.
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Your newly opened gastropub The Dutch has received rave reviews. What made you want to open a charcuterie and pub of this calibre in Jakarta? There wasn’t a true gastropub concept in Jakarta at the time, and we thought it would be quite popular given the market’s penchant for good craft beers and rustic food. Our very talented chef from Canteen, Chris Moes, had also just come back from Europe, where he learned to make some great smoked and cured meats, and was very inspired by the gastropub movement there. We gave him creative command of the kitchen at The Dutch. Competition in this industry must be fierce. How do you keep on top of your game with all the new eateries opening up on what feels like a weekly basis? Competition is definitely getting fiercer, but we always aim to create concepts that can stand the test of time. We do this by creating restaurants and bars that people can return to every day, and making sure that the basics are always right. Jennifer Karjadi is a co-founder of Union Group, one of Jakarta’s most successful food and beverage businesses. Her passion for the industry as well as her unique combination of style, hardy business acumen, focused determination and a discerning eye for details have helped create a dynasty of vibrant restaurants and inventive bars, popular with both expats and locals. For those who are not familiar, can you share with us the founding story of Union Group? The Union Group started organically – two of the partners, Michael Wijono and Winfred Hutabarat, opened Casa in 2006, while Michael, our other partner Donny Basuki and I opened Cork & Screw a year
later. We all have a strong passion for food and drinks, and different specialities that truly complement each other. The four of us finally came together to open Loewy in 2008, and the rest is history. We decided to officially form The Union Group in 2014. What is your group’s mission and has this evolved over the years? The Union Group is committed to providing our customers a great experience by offering them high quality food, beverage and wine, in addition to friendly and knowledgeable service in a warm, casual but thoughtfully designed setting. This has always stayed the same in the last ten years, and hopefully for many to come.
We are lucky to work with talented chef partners that produce consistently great and memorable food and a team of mixologists and sommeliers that turn out perfectly made cocktails and curated wines. And of course, we have a team of managers and front-ofhouse staff that deliver on-point service, and guest relation officers that know our customers and their preferences by heart. When planning to open a new restaurant, what are the key points you have to consider in your business plan? A new concept that fills a current gap in the market, a great location as well as a chef partner that we love to work with.
Excellent customer service is notoriously hard to come by in Jakarta. What kind of training do your staff members undergo before they are ready? Each and every staff member goes through rigorous training to ensure that they know our food and beverage offerings inside out and are super familiar with our steps of service. But we also believe the key is in teamwork, and for us to provide a great working environment for our staff – after all, happy employees make happy customers. You oversee the management of all ten of your eateries in Jakarta. How do you manage your workload? Actually now we have a total of 13 outlets, and soon it will be 14. We divide the workload between the four partners, and of course we have an amazing team to help us, without which we wouldn’t be able to survive. As the marketing and PR director, I actually manage those departments, while Winfred manages food and wine, Michael deals with beverage and Donny deals with operations and finance. How do you utilize technology to improve productivity in the food and drink industry? In the kitchen and behind the bar we have taken advantage of the latest technology in pursuit of the best possible product – sous vide machines and Josper ovens for the chefs, an evaporator that infuses and ages spirits for the mixologists - however, we also still strongly believe in the personal touch, and we think that nothing truly replaces the human element in the food, beverage and service industry. If you could invent any tool to help you run your restaurants and bars, what would it be? A cloning machine so my partners and I can be at our restaurants and bars at all times. You recently launched Bistecca, the Italian-American steakhouse and classic martini bar located next to The Dutch. Is there a new restaurant or bar opening for the Group on the horizon? We also very recently opened the second outlet of Benedict on the fourth floor of
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6 Great Restaurants in Jakarta and Bali If you’re new to Indonesia and looking for a set of culinary CliffsNotes that include a mixture of Asian and western cuisine, here are our top six choices for best restaurants to visit in Jakarta and Bali. Mozaic (www.mozaic-bali.com) | Ubud Chef Owner Chris Salans and his team of chefs marry the native ingredients and flavours of Indonesia to modern Western techniques of cooking and presentation. Mozaic’s ephemeral menus consist of à la minute creations which the restaurant claims “evolve, disappear and return in accordance with the seasons”. The chefs scour Bali and surrounding islands to harvest only the best of local produce. 10
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Popular dish: Sesame crusted Indian Ocean prawns, pickled radish and fresh torch ginger flower. Mama San (www.mamasanbali.com) | Seminyak “The dream has always been to open a place that is more than just a restaurant” says Will Meyrick, the executive chef behind Bali’s successful Sarong restaurant. An environment where people can feel comfortable, Mama San is for anyone who likes to lounge in style and eat quality Southeast Asian food without it being too expensive. Mama San is located where all the roads meet, the junction of Eat Street, Oberoi Road, Sunset Road and the main Seminyak thoroughfare.
Popular dish: Hainanese chicken/duck rice with yellow bean dressing 115, cucumber pickled ginger and chicken soup.
Popular dish: Roasted pork buns made of honey glazed barbecue pork, soft pancake buns, pickled cabbage and coriander.
Cuca Flavor (www.cucaflavor.com) | Jimbaran Expect a casual experience both in feel and pricing and totally focused on food when you visit Cuca Flavor at Jimbaran. The restaurant claims to save on luxurious tableware and never compromises on quality. It offers small portions so you can try more, and a unique signature menu meant to be shared. Cuca Flavor aims to get the basics right: great ingredients carefully selected and sourced exclusively from Indonesia to maximize freshness, support local farmers and growers and showcase the uniqueness of local products.
Akira Back (www.akirabackindonesia. com) | Kuningan Akira Back offers authentic Japanese cuisine prepared with a Korean accent, derived from seasonal produce and artisanal sourced ingredients. Beverages include a variety of sake and wine by the bottle or by the glass. The restaurant claims to set itself apart in the culinary space with its unique food, excellent service and overall commitment to quality. Popular dish: Signature tuna pizza with ponzu mayo, microgreens and truffle oil.
May Tien is an award-winning home cook and champion of dispersive cuisines.
JENNIFER KARJADI AND LUCA PEZZERA
“Competition is definitely getting fiercer,
but we always aim to create concepts that can stand the test of time.” Pacific Place. It’s an all-day breakfast and coffee bar concept in a light-filled, loft-like space; and it is perfect for a quick lunch, dinner after work or brunch with the family on the weekends. We will be opening our first Mexican concept, Superloco, at Pacific Place in the next few months – a partnership with Singapore-based The Loco Group. It will feature delicious Mexican street food, a bar specializing in margaritas with a huge selection of tequila and mezcal and a super fun vibe. Do you face any gender-related challenges as a businesswoman in Indonesia? If so, how have you overcome these challenges? I suppose people see me as a strong personality, as I am the only female partner out of the four who actively manage the business. I had to develop this strength through my role. The F&B business is a lot of hard work, but my strength comes in handy at times. With all of our busy outlets, sometimes the complaints can be
NUSA Gastronomy (www. nusagastronomy.com) | Kemang NUSA Gastronomy offers Indonesian cuisine made with indigenous local ingredients that emphasize traditional Indonesian cooking with modern techniques. The eatery says it wants to look towards the future without losing its history. NUSA Gastronomy believes food is about respecting the culture and creating something contemporary. Popular dish: Sop Ikan Kuah Kuning made of red snapper with shaved fermented wood fish flakes, mini carambola and Thai sweet basil.
overwhelming, but I support my staff and stand by them when things get difficult. Sometimes, it takes a woman’s touch to negotiate through the tough situations. You’re considered a successful businesswoman in Indonesia. What would you say your ultimate goal is? My partners and I have provided many special experiences through our restaurants and bars; we enjoy educating the local market and providing a glimpse into the great things happening in the industry overseas. We want to be pioneers and aim to create an exciting local food scene that meets international standards. I’m most proud of my personal contributions in these areas, and my goal is to make Jakarta a food destination on par with other major cities in Asia. After only ten years, The Union Group has already become an established part of the F&B scene, and we hope to stay relevant and have our fingers on the pulse for future expansion.
E&O (www.eandojakarta.com) | Kuningan E&O (Eastern & Oriental) bills itself as a unique collaboration between acclaimed chef Will Meyrick of Sarong and Mama San restaurants in Bali, and the creators of Loewy and Union. It is the new result driven by a shared purpose to create a new standard in Asian dining through a special rendition of Thai-Vietnamese cuisine, wellcrafted cocktails and a superior wine list. Popular dish: Bangkok street cart basil minced chicken on rice with a sunny side up egg. issue 178 Indonesia expat
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What is your philosophy when it comes to cooking and being an executive in the hotel and restaurant business? It can sound a bit pretentious, sometimes, when people read about a philosophy on cooking and food. However, I do think it is important to have one, and mine has always been simple: cook with the best products available, support local and sustainable vendors, and treat the ingredients well by cooking them with respect and integrity. Being in the hospitality industry means you’re in the business of making people happy, and if you are in that business, it means you should be in the business of making your team happy, too. Some people are quick to say, “But we still need to make money.” They are right, but if that’s their priority, then they’re in the wrong business. What cuisine do you enjoy cooking the most and why? It’s a bit hard to single out a cuisine type, mostly because this question could easily be answered with, “Mexican or Spanish because that’s what my heritage is,” but to be honest, I enjoy cooking “my food,” which I suppose may be a very modern, minimalistic kind of cuisine with a great deal of thought and technique behind it - that’s most satisfying to me.
The Most Down-to-Earth Restaurateur in Jakarta
Tell us a little about your typical day. When I arrive at the hotel, I will walk the kitchens; I make it a point to shake everyone’s hand and greet them all warmly. I will then go to Spectrum, which is our buffet restaurant, and check on breakfast since that will be where all the action is happening at that time of day. Afterwards, I go to the daily morning briefing for the hotel where we go over all the happenings of the day. There are usually little side meetings later, other departments will have a quick question or share a concern, and more. Then I will head back to the kitchens where deliveries are being made, and I will give the products a quick look over.
Executive Chef Andrew Zarzosa of the Fairmont Hotel Jakarta is one of the city’s most well-regarded and nicest expat chefs. Here is some insight into the mastermind of one of the most creative and delicious dining experiences in the capital.
At 10:30am, we have a chef ’s meeting, where we will exchange details with each other. Later, I check my emails and usually approve any orders or documents. Lunch preparation is almost done at this point and I will walk the rounds again, check the set ups of any catering or banquets we may be hosting. I will be present in different parts of the hotel depending on where the bulk of the business is, in particular VIP guests or special groups.
BY MAY TIEN
I run home to spend my lunch break with my wife and son, as I believe it’s important to have a healthy life-work balance. After lunch, more meetings. It is a rare occasion when there isn’t a meeting in the afternoon. I like to catch up on any office work after that, which leads straight into preparation for dinner service. I head up to View to “taste the line,” which means I will taste all the sauces, purees, dressings, condiments, garnishes, and others for that evening’s service. I will go to the other restaurants and check bookings and ask about VIP’s. I usually end up in View, cooking. What do you think about the local restaurant scene? I think Jakarta has a love affair with trendy looking restaurants; the market is obsessed with diners taking selfies and pictures of their food or the interior design. It almost seems taste, quality and great service doesn’t matter. I know that’s a controversial thing to say, but I see huge potential for Jakarta to develop its food scene. In order to do that, you need to educate the market. Hotels and restaurants are the only ones that can do that, but until you bring something different to the table and show people it can be delicious or show people that a memorable dining experience doesn’t only entail white gloves and chandeliers, the mentality remains. What is your favourite restaurant right now in Jakarta, and why? I’ve had great meals at Benedict - Chef Fernando cooks honest, delicious and creative food. I don’t think people even realize the emphasis he places on local products either; what he’s doing there is great.
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Tell us a little about View, your latest concept at the Fairmont Hotel. View is very much my approach to cooking. It’s utilizing the best of what I can source locally: fish, vegetables, herbs, spices, chocolate, and more. We apply a very globally influenced style of cookery, as there are Japanese influences, Latin American, and Spanish. Modern, fun, delicious - and it must look beautiful. Visual appeal never takes precedence over taste; I have, however, always been fortunate to make food look pretty. What sets the View apart from other upscale restaurants? I think people who come in are always surprised that we aren’t white stuffy; if anything, we are very warm and relaxed. Then the food comes out and it takes everyone by surprise. They don’t expect it to be unique and tasty. I think that is what really sets us apart from the rest. We aren’t trying to imitate anyone else. If it were my first time dining at the View, what should I order and pair with my food? We have a tasting menu called the POV Menu. There are options for five courses and seven courses also with wines to pair with each course. If you want to go ala carte, make sure and order our Vegetables Various Ways. It has quickly become a crowd favourite and for sure is my favourite dish, as it changes every day. To drink, I’d encourage everyone to start with something from our cocktail menu. We have some delicious, handcrafted drinks which follow the same philosophy as the food. Let us cook for you and you will leave happy. What is the most difficult part of managing a hotel or restaurant? The many moving parts, and making sure your time is equally spread out, giving everything your attention that is challenging. What do you enjoy the most in the hospitality industry? Creating that memorable and lasting experience, where people will be talking about it ten years down the road and say, “Remember that dinner we had? It was incredible!” or, “That dish brought me back to my childhood.” Those are the moments that make all of it worthwhile. What is your advice to people who want to become a chef or restaurateur? Don’t do it! And if you’re crazy enough to still want it, then put in the work, dedicate yourself to the craft, learn it and know it. Understand that you will work a tremendous amount of hours and your social life will be non-existent. It will pay off, but not with money (in case that’s what you want). It will pay off with good, old-fashioned selfsatisfaction. I feel it’s a big part of my responsibility to mentor and encourage young cooks in their careers. I always advise them to know what kind of chef they want to be early on: pastry, savoury, restaurant or hotel. If you want to open your own casual bakery one day, you need to go find the best bakery with the longest lines outside its doors and learn from that baker. There is no need for you to work at a Michelin starred restaurant then. If you want to work in the hotels, work for the best of them and don’t compromise. Be persistent, because you will build a reputation based on your work history. As for aspiring restaurateurs, it is no surprise that the restaurant business is cutthroat and will leave you broke if you don’t know what you’re doing. Really know and understand this business well before entering it, as it’s not all glamour and high-society; it’s something to which you should dedicate yourself.
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Scandinavian renowned furniture and warehouse store IKEA guides us through this holiday shopping season with its latest winter collection.
Whether it is exchanging gifts during Christmas or welcoming the New Year, holiday season is an exciting moment for families to bond and create new memories. Ahead of the occasion, it is time to get down to business and start shopping. So what are the new trends to follow this season when it comes to decorating the house? IKEA has the answers. 1. It Is All about the Lighting One of the most attractive features you find as you walk into the room is the lighting. So if you think that your house needs a retouch without completely revamping the entire space, then playing around with lighting is the solution. Keep in mind that choosing the right lighting is about setting the atmosphere. Candles are great for creating a warm and intimate ambience; while bright pendants, floor lamps, LED lights and lighting chains are a better option to liven up the room. 2. Get Wrapped Up in Textiles How do you turn an ordinary dining room into the perfect seasonal feast area? Textiles have the magic to make that happen. Replace your everyday tablecloth, placemats and table runners with those that have prints and patterns on them. Also change your cushion covers and rugs in the living room into something more festive. Another tip is to mix more and match less. Having mismatched chairs around the dining table is recommended for this season. But it might also help to set a specific theme so that everything else can go accordingly to it. If you are still looking for ideas, the winter collection has all kinds of textiles for you to get started. 3. Fun in the Kitchen No festivities are complete without the food. After all, food is one of the things that bring everyone together during the holidays and this season is no exception. To spice things up, make sure that you come up with not only a delicious menu, but also interesting displays. Grab your apron and baking moulds to make cookies and use colourful tins to place them before your friends and family take a bite. Do not forget to have all the utensils ready before you get yourself busy in the kitchen. Another way to please the guests is to bake these cookies or other sweets as their homemade gifts. Write a card and place a ribbon to wrap these gifts and they will surely put a smile on your neighbours’ faces. 4. Embrace Old Traditions Classic is timeless. Creating a festive spirit does not necessarily mean that you must cast aside old traditions. This season is all about decorating your home with either classic winter hues or a touch of bright colours. Do not be afraid if you feel like adding your grandmother’s old dinnerware, for it might just add a vintage dimension to your celebration. 5. Think Creative Holiday season belongs to you and your family, so yes you are allowed to explore new ways of decorating your home. If you feel like a traditional tree is too conventional, then come up with another option that better suits your family’s taste. This is the moment when you could even create your own family traditions, so do not hesitate to innovate.
IKEA Store at Alam Sutera provides a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products with affordable prices. Spiced up your home this holiday season with IKEA Winter collection and be delighted by the warm, festive and friendly entertaining space that you created. For more information please visit www.IKEA.co.id issue 178 Indonesia expat
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EXPAT LIFESTYLE FOOD AND DRINK Our Clandestine Critic has dined all over the world, everywhere from threeMichelin starred restaurants in Monaco to street stalls in Shanghai – so this discerning palate has pedigree. The quest for truth and the elimination of mediocrity in Indonesia’s emerging dining scene is finally here!
Not “Amuzed” Jakarta’s premier special occasion French restaurant misses the mark BY THE CL ANDESTINE CRITIC
GRAND MARNIER SOUFFLE
It is never a good sign when entering an eating establishment at the beginning of dinner service, which is usually around 7pm, and the dining room is empty. Granted, it was refreshing we were given everyone’s astute attention from the moment we stepped through the doors, but the stark contrast between a crowded open kitchen and the hollow echo of an empty dining room is a disturbing one to me. This was not our first visit to Amuz, as we had fond memories of a delicious dinner with good friends when we first arrived in Jakarta, where the menu enticed and the food executed with panache. The service at the time was quite undisciplined, but forgivable. This time, we were met with more formal collaboration; from the moment we made our reservation online to our departure, there was a polished professionalism that indicated some scrutiny had been paid to the front-of-house. However, a clear lack of attention to detail or just plain recklessness by some staff killed the otherwise perfect effort. During one change of service plates, one staff member seemed to notice something defective (or dirty, most likely) and walked away a few metres to brush it off with his fingers. He then walked back and place the same “clean” plate in front of me. Needless to say, I requested a new one by another staff member immediately after the incident. Whether it was dust or a piece of food leftover from the dishwasher, it does not matter. The fact that the staff member did not have the decency to walk away to do this beyond my line of sight was shocking and profoundly unprofessional. What he should have done was excuse himself and bring a brand new plate. The question begs to be asked: are they inspecting their plates, and polishing glass and cutlery before service? Do service staff care at all? Servers definitely weren’t inspecting the butter served to the table. We were presented with a lovely bread basket with an unfortunate pairing. After lifting the label sitting atop the chilled butter indicating its provenance, we saw a prominent spot of black mould sitting atop our expensive, imported, French butter.
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PAN SEARED SPANISH IBERICO DE BELLOTA PORK PLUMA
SPANISH TAPAS SAMPLER
US PRIME BEEF TWO WAYS
WHITE ASPARAGUS AND POACHED EGG
“In fact, nothing impressed much. The presentation was a bit pedestrian for four-star dining.” Another seemingly small detail, but one that irked me nonetheless, was the aforementioned empty main dining room and our placement in the room. Amuz uses an online reservations service provider called Chope to assist with online reservations. Once a reservation is confirmed, you are immediately provided with a confirmation number and email. This system then provides your details to the restaurant staff to mind. One would think that the hostess or restaurant manager arranging the reservations for the day would select better tables for the few who make the effort considering an otherwise slow evening. Yet, we were seated in a corner of the restaurant, with no visibility of the open kitchen, which is premium seating for foreigners. There were only four other tables in the main dining room from 7pm until about 9:45pm. To me, this just screams lack of actual forethought in dining room management and planning. Amuz prides itself on being one of Jakarta’s best French restaurants, for connoisseurs and those who enjoy luxurious dining experiences. True to form, they also have quite an extravagantly priced food and wine menu to match this claim. Apart from the special truffle menu that is a part of the seasonal celebration of this wonderful ingredient, we were a bit surprised by the more banal and classical selections on the main menu. It turned out the most interesting and delicious items were surprisingly un-French: a Spanish tapas sampler and the Iberico de Bellota Pork Pluma, both of which are Spanish in origin and inspiration. The classical approach of steamed white asparagus and beef prepared two ways were uninspired and lifeless. Although cooked well, with no fault in preparation (except for perhaps a light-handedness in seasoning), it was difficult to reconcile the price tag for a couple of dishes that any average French bistro could have dished up and put in front of me for considerably less.
In fact, nothing impressed much. The presentation was a bit pedestrian for four-star dining. Perhaps my days spent sampling and conducting tastings at a premier French culinary school with Michelin-starred chefs have ruined me for life when it comes to luxurious French dining, but I did expect just a tad bit more. Chefs have to understand, it is difficult to pull the wool over the eyes of sophisticated diners. Time and again, I have stated that diners are starting to realize the true value of food as palates become more cultivated and dining out happens more frequently. Habitual diners of fine-dining establishments such as Amuz easily and quickly become cynical, and the claim of being “one of the best” needs to be supported by a really outstanding meal with cooks who can finesse expensive ingredients and staff who can deliver excellence upon every rupiah paid. The highlight of our evening was the soufflé infused with Grand Marnier. Standing tall and light, with the perfect custard interior, I relished every bite. It was a pure taste of France. My dining companion’s cheese platter was an afterthought. An empty dining room is the first sign for any restaurant that something is not working well. Perhaps Amuz can still save itself by finding new inspiration and paying attention to the details.
Dinner for Two Drinks Food Service Charge Tax Total
Rp.453,000 Rp.2,150,000 Rp.260,300 Rp.286,330 Rp.3,149,630
Amuz Gourmet Restaurant The Energy Building, 2nd Floor SCBD Lot 11A Jalan Jendral Sudirman Kav. 52-53 Jakarta 12190 Telephone: +62(0)21 250 5064 www.amuzgourmet.com
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EXPAT LIFESTYLE TRAVEL Martin comes from England but has spent most of his adult life abroad. Wary investor, keen traveller, writer also.
Climbing Java’s Capricious Gunung Slamet BY MARTIN JENKINS
IMAGE COURTESY OF TRIPTRUS.COM
Never again. That’s the last time I ever scale one of these bloody volcanoes. Those were my pitiful sentiments after the long and gruelling climb of Gunung Lawu, Java’s third-highest peak as measured by prominence. And yet here I am, little more than a month on, and facing the prospect of another climb: this time Java’s secondhighest peak, Gunung Slamet. The pre-climb notes I have at hand make it clear that this 3,428-metre volcano is not one to be taken lightly as “many hikers have died up on its slopes.” A little bit of research confirms this to be true. Back in 2001, Gunung Slamet unleashed its terrifying wrath on a group of seven Indonesian hikers. Only two survived after the souls of the five others were taken one after the other, like in some sort of B grade horror movie. Blimey. What have I let myself in for? All volcanoes are potentially dangerous but Gunung Slamet particularly so. Its weather is entirely unpredictable and on its exposed upper slopes above the vegetation line where a bitterly cold wind often howls - the visibility can drop to just a couple of meters if a storm moves in. Finding your way back to the main path then becomes a serious problem – as the hapless group of seven Indonesian hikers found to their cost that fateful day. Gunung Slamet is located in a fairly isolated region of Central Java, around a two-hour drive from Tegal, a pleasant enough town which is well-served by train services 16
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“From the crater’s ridge, it’s only a short walk to where you can gaze down into the gaseous belly of this slumbering beast.” along the north coast of Java. In the old days, hawkers would board the trains at stations along the way to flog snacks like tahu, drinking water and, of course, cigarettes. But times have since moved on and following a total revamp of PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) by the organization’s former chief Ignasius Jonan, travelling by Indonesian trains is often now a far more comfortable experience than flying. Coffee is sold in Starbucks-looking paper cups, the plush airline-style seats can be reclined and - best of all - pungent plumes of kretek cigarette smoke no longer waft down the carriage before engulfing you. For some reason or another, though, the train station announcements are still preceded by that famous five musical note sequence from Spielberg’s classic movie “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” – you know the notes: Re, Mi, Do, Do, So. Incongruous to say the least. It seems unlikely that KAI ever envisaged the need to communicate with aliens. Perhaps it was the unfathomable tourists they had in mind? The most popular trailhead up Gunung Slamet starts to the east of the volcano at
a nondescript village named Bambangan. Nearby, there is a low-key tourist spot centred on some unique bat caves called Gua Lawa, which were created by ancient lava flows and therefore have no stalactites or stalagmites. This tourist attraction is enjoyable in that typically kitsch way that Indonesia does so well and features multicoloured railings, cow statues, and more. But the extensive caves are nonetheless quite impressive and well worth a look. A local warung sells the hallowed bir Bintang but it’s only after you’ve had a few bottles that they tell you the price: Rp.60,000 (US$4.50) each. Need somewhere to stay? There is some cheap and cheerful accommodation just around the corner. The hike up the volcano begins easily enough through fertile farmland but after an hour or so, the going gets tougher as the track starts to ascend through a lush forest. Fortunately, there are several posts along the way where you can take a breather and consume much-needed refreshments. A good number of hours of strenuous hiking later, and assuming you haven’t crumbled into the ground due to fatigue, you will finally arrive at what first seems
like the long-awaited gates to paradise and 72 virgins (post 7 @ 3,032 metres). But upon closer inspection, it turns out to be a rather rudimentary and somewhat squalid campsite, which some wisecrack in our group dubbed “the jungle” – whatever he meant by that. The following morning at some ungodlyhour pre-dawn, the fun and games truly begin: the summit attack. The trek begins innocuously enough but on the volcano’s exposed upper reaches, the wind gets very strong. At post 9 (3,182 metres), the vegetation line ends – the so-called “point of no return” after which you are truly at the mercy of the elements with no prospect of finding shelter anymore if you need it. Now for the toughest part of the hike: the long and exhausting scramble up loose scree to the summit. At this stage, great care is needed to avoid losing your footing or you can literally end up biting the proverbial Java volcano dust. And that doesn’t taste good at all. In clear weather, though, the views are fantastic and the distant peaks of Sindoro, Sumbing and Merbabu are easily visible. From the crater’s ridge, it’s only a short walk to where you can gaze down into the gaseous belly of this slumbering beast. Watch the time, however, as the weather can quickly turn. And you don’t want to be up here if that happens.
Deciding whether to relocate your workspace can be tricky. One of the nation’s most successful serviced offices Marquee Executive Offices shares why companies should consider moving to modern workspaces in Jakarta.
For the past few years, businesses and entrepreneurs across the globe have turned their attention from traditional to modern work life due to the rise of shared office facilities. In Jakarta, serviced offices are among those alternative workspaces that have spurred businesses, both big and small, to relocate. Here is everything you need to know about choosing the right serviced office in Indonesia’s capital.
Growing Business Prospects Relocating is not necessarily about expanding or downsizing your business. Instead, it is part of an overall strategy that is concerned with price, the company’s brand, human resources and cultural objectives. To relocate means that you are not only finding the right place for your business to grow, but also making sure that the new workspace can help you realize its full potential.
Reducing Rent Costs Some might wonder if investing in a serviced office is a worthwhile venture. As a matter of fact, this is one of the most common reasons why startups and even big companies turn to serviced office. Rent and utility costs in conventional offices tend to be more expensive, while serviced offices like Marquee require no upfront capital, as furniture and other amenities are already provided.
Flexibility The work environment in a serviced office can be tailored to your company’s specific size and culture. This way, your firm is able to grow and downsize based on whatever your needs are at the moment. Unlike corporate spaces, serviced offices also offer more networking opportunities due to the collaborative nature and floor plans that place you directly next to other businesses. Jumping into a serviced office could very well expand your professional network.
Location Considering the right location is important when relocating to serviced offices. Companies based in Jakarta should go for business district areas like South Jakarta (TB Simatupang and Pondok Indah) where they are free from strict government regulations, yet still surrounded by hotels and shopping areas. With new ways of reorienting the work environment, serviced offices are taking over Jakarta’s workspace market. The model is efficient, simple and makes too much sense to ignore, particularly for young startup companies.
Marquee Executive Offices is the leading Indonesian premium serviced office provider with a primary focus on offering a one-stop business solution. Currently, Marquee Executive Offices has a total of 11 centres located in Grade A office buildings all throughout Jakarta. For more information, visit www.marqueeoffices.com
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EXPAT LIFESTYLE DIET When she isn't travelling around Asia, Alice enjoys spending time with her golden retriever, Gerard.
A Raw Food
Religion in Bali
Living and raw food diets, juice cleansing programmes and detox retreats are gaining popularity not just in Ubud – where the “Eat, Pray, Love” phenomenon originated - but also the rest of the island. There is no question about it, Bali is attracting an increasing number of health conscious foodies, and the raw food movement is just one part of this trend. Not to be confused with living food, defined as food that’s still growing or is consumed within 15 minutes of being harvested, raw food is simply uncooked food, with any produce heated above 106 degrees Fahrenheit falling into the category of “cooked”. 106 degrees is also the temperature at which most enzymes (substances that aide in the digestion process and body function) in food start to die. So the more “alive” a plant is when it is being eaten, the more enzymes, vitamins and minerals – or “life force” if you will - it contains. With this distinction in mind, here are some of our top picks for raw food restaurants in Bali.
BY ALICE JAY
Divine Earth - Kuta Divine Earth’s menu consists of 100 percent vegan and 70 percent raw food. While the dishes are eye-catching, the emphasis is on using the most flavourful and nutrientpacked ingredients available. “We source our produce from environmentally conscious farmers, both locally and from abroad when necessary,” says Divine Earth’s proprietor Liat Solomon. “We are extremely picky about where our food comes from, and we travel extensively to source it from organic and sustainable suppliers.” The restaurant’s menu features a wide selection of international dishes, from sushi and samosas to pizza, moussaka and a range of raw vegan desserts. Solomon, who has a background in macrobiotics, has put a lot of effort into ensuring that each of the restaurant’s dishes is nutritionally balanced. “While the best-selling item on the menu is Divine Earth’s raw veggie burger, which is characterized by a variety of colours and textures, our most unusual dish is probably the smoked coconut sandwich,” he says. “Although not unusual to look at, the sandwich confuses some people. It tastes just like a regular BLT but contains smoked coconut meat dressed in our homemade barbeque sauce and cashew cream.”
Alchemy - Ubud Billing itself as the first 100 percent raw vegan café and juice bar in Bali, Alchemy is a hub for health enthusiasts, and features not just a café but also a holistic clinic and a health food shop. All dishes here are made from scratch, using only natural, high quality ingredients minimally processed to preserve as much nutritional value as possible. With most vegetables grown at an organic farm in the hills of Jatiluwih in Tabanan, Alchemy is assured a delivery of fresh vegetables every two days. While Alchemy is known for its huge salads – the restaurant features a four-metre salad bar as well as numerous options on the a la carte menu – Verena Kosasih, Alchemy’s marketing manager, claims that the restaurant’s most unique dish is the banoffee pie. She says, “The combination of rich caramel, with slices of banana, and coconut whipped cream is decadent and satisfying for anyone craving something sweet. It is Alchemy’s best-selling dessert.” Kosasih adds that what makes Alchemy’s food stand out among Ubud’s raw food pack are the endless hours and effort that go into testing and perfecting the restaurant’s recipes. “Our dishes are rich in taste, and satisfying both for carnivores and vegivores. Most of our customers say that it is hard to believe our food is made without meat, refined sugar, dairy or gluten.”
So can people enjoy raw food even if they do not like vegetables and salads? Solomon seems to think so. “The best way to start is with raw food that has been processed and prepared to imitate cooked food. Start with things that remind you of what you eat normally such as the raw or nut burger, sushi or crepes,” he says. “Taste is just like a collection of muscles that can be trained and will develop over time, making it more palatable to try more unusual dishes further down the track.”
For more information, visit www.divineearthbali.com
Seeds of Life - Ubud The founder of Seeds of Life, Ben Richards, is quick to point out the benefits he has experienced since switching to a raw food diet around ten years ago. “There is a life force within the distilled waters of fresh living organic fruit that really affects the body’s chemistry. Also the hormones – fruit contains the hormones of the earth - really help to balance the body in a very subtle yet dynamic and profound way. You literally come alive with the energy of the food,” he says. “All of this is because the inner terrain is being cleansed and reawakened.” At a first glance, Seeds of Life appears just like any other restaurant in Ubud, but its menu consists solely of raw food dishes. Some even contain high quality herb powders to maximize the health benefits. Ben says that currently the restaurant’s most popular dish is the Mexican lasagne made with a beetroot base, mango salsa, cashew sour cream and raw corn tortillas instead of pasta sheets. Better still, the venue is home to a Taoist Tonic herbal ‘cocktail bar’ that serves fermented health drinks and tonic cocktails.
Alchemy is based around the philosophy that a raw food diet does not necessarily have to be an all-or-nothing affair. Kosasih says rather than encouraging people to give up all their favourite indulgences, she would start with implementing a few healthier habits and choices. She explains, “Every time you add something wholesome, you automatically push out something that is not.”
While Ben says that he has worked in the food industry for the past 27 years, many of them at five-star hotels in Australia, he is quick to highlight that Bali is well on the way to becoming one of the most exciting places in the world for health-conscious foodies. “Chefs and restaurateurs are really taking our knowledge to a new level. We keep pushing each other to new heights,” he says. “People still come to Bali wanting one-dollar meals. You get that, however, the game is changing. It’s game on.”
For more information visit, www.alchemybali.com
For more information, visit www.theseedsoflife.net
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Kenneth Yeung is a Jakarta-based editor
Rent-a-Mobs & Religious Red Herrings Paying people to stage political demonstrations is playing with fire, especially when such actions fan the flames of racism, terrorism and religious intolerance. BY KENNE TH YEUNG
Paid demonstrations have been part of the Indonesian political landscape since the 1998 fall of former president Suharto. The going rate for attending a protest ranges from Rp.50,000 for “short-time” (one to two hours) to Rp.300,000 for longer efforts. Participants usually also receive free transport, a boxed meal and water, and sometimes a t-shirt. Sponsored rallies don’t always proceed according to script. Back in 2012, a youth wing of then-president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono’s Democratic Party organized a demonstration in the West Java capital of Bandung in support of the government’s move to increase fuel prices. Among the participants were pedicab drivers and scavengers, who had been paid Rp.50,000 for showing up. An orator began shouting: “Do we agree with the increase in fuel prices?” The demonstrators responded with a resounding “No!” – only to be reminded they were supposed to shout “Agree!” More recently, on September 1, 2016, on Bacan Island in North Maluku province, more than 100 motorcycle taxi (ojek) drivers protested outside the house of a politician whom they claimed had reneged on a promise to pay them Rp.75,000 each for a demonstration held earlier in the day. Paid demonstrations tend to be peaceful, as the organizers have police permits and the participants don’t want to risk any trouble as they aren’t passionate about the cause. Problems occur when the rent-a-mobs grow into thuggish institutions that seem to operate above the law – allowing them to get away with spreading religious hatred and inciting murder.
Death Threats
A coalition of conservative Muslim groups took to Jakarta’s streets on November 4 to demand the city’s governor, Basuki “Ahok” Tjahaja Purnama, be jailed or killed for alleged blasphemy. There were claims the demonstration, attended by at least 100,000 people, was being funded at a cost of Rp.10 billion (US$764,000), administered via the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI). Speculation focused on former president Yudhoyono, according to The Straits Times and Tempo, whose son Agus Harimurti will be running against Ahok in the Jakarta gubernatorial election on February 15, 2017. Yudhoyono, who is head of the Democratic Party, on November 2 warned the country could “burn with the anger of justice seekers” if Ahok is not prosecuted. But he denied intelligence reports that a political party was funding the anti-Ahok movement, describing the allegations as “slander” and “an insult to the people because they are not paid”.
After photos emerged of FPI spokesman Munarman handing out money to some of the demonstrators, he said it was just transport money for those who had missed buses to go home.
MUNARMAN OF FPI WITH MONEY
“Local media reports noted that some factions of the anti-Ahok alliance complained the money for the rally was not evenly distributed.” Several people claim to have been paid to join the huge rally. At a market east of Jakarta, three men on November 6 told me they had each received Rp.200,000 for their participation. They said a local mosque had been provided with five buses, which were filled with paid protesters and driven to the event. Motorcyclists said they were offered Rp.300,000 to join. In Jakarta, people were offered Rp.150,000 and upward for joining. President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo said violence that erupted toward the end of the rally was “instigated by political actors taking advantage of the situation”. He did not mention any names. Local media reports noted that some factions of the antiAhok alliance complained the money for the rally was not evenly distributed. One group was reportedly upset at receiving “only” Rp.500 million. FPI executive Habib Novel Bamukmin said any funding was purely “self-help” donations from members and supporters. “I've heard that we accepted billions for the Ahok demo. Our demo is purely for the defence of religion. If there’s any support, it’s only drinking water,” he insisted. He claimed that during its 18 years of existence, FPI has never accepted money to hold a rally.
Another group, the National Movement to Defend the Fatwas of the Indonesian Ulemas Council (GNPF MUI), made the unlikely assertion that funding for the rally was closer to Rp.100 billion (US$7.6 million). Bachtiar Nasir, chairman of GNPF MUI, said “we are subsidized more than Rp.100 billion”. He said the funds came “from all Indonesian people” who wanted to support the demonstration. Many of the rally’s participants were not paid. Some attended because of their racial beliefs, others because of their religious convictions. Two brothers, both entrepreneurs in their 40s, exhorted members of their extended family’s WhatsApp group to attend the rally. They said Ahok is not fit to be governor “because he is Chinese and a Christian”. Ahok is not Chinese. He is an Indonesian of ethnic Chinese ancestry, as are many people throughout the archipelago.
Integrity
The high level of anger toward Ahok is not just because of racism and religious intolerance. Many will argue that it’s because he is honest and outspoken – rare qualities in a country notorious for political corruption. It’s also because the position of Jakarta governor is now viewed as a springboard to the presidency. Indonesia’s political elite can tolerate Christians and ethnic Chinese, but is less keen on forthright honesty and integrity. Ahok has made plenty of enemies since he quit from former general Prabowo Subianto’s Gerindra Party in September 2014 over its alleged attempt to scrap direct regional elections. When he became governor in November 2014, he upset local politicians because of his efforts to stop corruption and eliminate bureaucratic red-tape. He won strong support among Jakartans for cleaning up trashclogged rivers, widening sidewalks, building hospitals and low-cost apartments, improving waste collection and overseeing the development of public transport infrastructure. In a mature democracy, if you don’t like your leaders, you can vote them out of office. You don’t have to demand they be imprisoned or encourage people to kill them. If Ahok is prevented from running for re-election, Jakartans will have been cheated of their right to democracy and good leadership. (Note: The views, anecdotes and opinions in this article belong to the writer and do not necessarily reflect those of Indonesia Expat.)
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EXPAT LIFESTYLE MEET THE EXPAT
The Godfather of NYC’s Club Scene Joins Bali’s Raw Food Movement Former Godfather of the NYC club world and former co-owner of the Bali nightclub Townhouse, Mark Baker is now involved in the cold pressed juice movement by opening In The Raw in Canggu, Bali. Mark went from selling alcohol to marketing live raw juices and living a healthy lifestyle. BY AMINA GHA ZI
farmers and provide cold storage transportation. We are creating awareness in several communities in supporting the efforts to grow organic and get the produce sold and to its destinations. So we are not just buying produce; we are creating good income and, in Keramas, pride among the farmers. We have our own network of farmers. In Keramas we have been experimenting with produce to see what grows best down there as opposed to the cold north. We grow lettuce, beets, celery, cabbage and more. We are now expanding to the Bedugul and Kintamani areas to set up networks there and grow food at a higher altitude. Tell me the philosophy behind In The Raw. Work hard, play hard, cleanse and repeat. Being healthy doesn’t mean being boring, it’s all about balance. The integral philosophy is based on the following, recommended by Fred Biscy PhD, a leading authority on raw food. Our focus is to provide a diet and coach a lifestyle composed primarily of raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and sprouts eaten in the correct combination and sequence which will deliver ultimate nutrition and longevity for the body’s ultimate function. Leave out all toxic foods and liquids that have been genetically modified, contain added preservatives or are otherwise overcooked.
Born in Brighton, England, Mark Baker left home at a very young age and joined the circus. He went on to be a part of The Dogtown Crew of pioneer skateboarders and a world skateboard champion. At 19, he went to New York City, where he worked his way up from being a waiter to running and owning major nightclubs and earning the title ’Godfather of NYC Nightlife’. He was in the business for 33 years and his legendary clubs were like the Oscars each night. Now his life has morphed into something healthier, as he’s now focused on live raw foods. Baker is the founder and co-owner of In The Raw, a business featuring cold pressed juices, raw vegan foods. It also builds retreats and eco resorts. What inspired you to make such a radical lifestyle change? By 2010, I wanted a change of lifestyle. I had been in the club business as well as producing international events worldwide for a long, long time. I felt it was time to hand that position over to a new generation of club impresarios. I felt unsatisfied and saw how that nightclub lifestyle takes a toll on people. Around this time, I met the owner of The Juice Press in NYC, Marcus Antebi, and he asked me to represent this successful endeavour which now has 60 venues throughout the USA. The juicing programme actually saved my life and I wanted to share the joys of a healthy lifestyle with others. I started to love being healthy, getting up at dawn and all that good stuff. Now, the raw juice and live foods movement has been huge in America and Europe for quite a while. That wave of juicing, cleansing and food awareness is just now hitting the major markets here in Asia, where so much of the philosophy and ancient health practices have given birth to the health movements now so popular in the west. 20
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When did you actually get In The Raw open here in Bali? It took some time to totally implement this lifestyle because when I initially came to live in Bali it was to continue in the business I knew best: nightlife. I have been coming to Bali for over 25 years, using these trips to reinvigorate my mind and my spirit and take time off from the club life. When I moved here and we opened the Townhouse - an entire four story venue with the juice bar Squeeze on the ground floor - it was very popular, especially early in the day. I had crazy hours, only sleeping from 3am to 7am. Juicing was still a part of my life. We had In The Raw on the ground floor of Townhouse and it was very popular. But the club and the lifestyle inherent to it remained very demanding and in time became quite unsatisfying. It took a physical and mental toll on me. I knew I could be happier in a more balanced lifestyle. When Townhouse closed, I opened an international events association with VIP members worldwide which we still maintain. Three months ago, we opened In The Raw in Batu Bolong, Canggu. Now we have a second venue at the Joglo in Berawa. People love our juices. The juices are fresh and we do not add water. Our recipes are super tasty and include all the raw foods; love bowls, smoothies, salads and chocolates. We are currently working on an expansion of the brand into eco retreats, organic farms and wellness centres with cleansing programmes such as wheatgrass and raw juice detox for healing and longevity. We only use glass with bamboo cutlery and the traditional banana leaf for bungkus (take away), so we are not adding to the plastic problem here in Bali. How do you source all organic produce? It is a great challenge but we are busy changing that. I travel all over the island to source from organic farmers and we have our organic farm at our Sacred River Retreat in Keramas, opening in the spring. We form communities of organic
The body functions best in an alkaline state as opposed to acidic, as cancers and other diseases cannot exist in an alkaline state. Body awareness is one of the first great gifts of health and is your guardian angel which will guide you past the pitfalls of unhealthy practices. We are taking juicing to the next level and offering healing elements and elixirs such as papaya leaf to cure dengue and our homemade activated charcoal for Bali belly as well as alcohol poisoning. A daily drink of our homemade coconut milk with turmeric and ginger will keep sickness at bay and bring you general good health and energy. What are your future plans? We are about to open the Sacred River Retreat in Keramas in February and March of 2017. It is located on a riverbed of fresh pure water. We will offer many workshops, among them lifestyle coaching, yoga, meditation and organic farming and cooking. We will focus on expanding our ecoretreats and resorts throughout Indonesia and Thailand. This is the new trend in tourism in Asia. Wellness and optimum health are popular among the adventure travel demographic and we see celebrities and trendsetters replacing the total party lifestyle for a healthier, happier way of life. The general population is aware of the poisoning of our foods and waters and believe it is a human concern to be addressed now and in the future. It is best expressed through the words of Fred Bisci, PhD, who says, ‘The human body is a divine spirit, mind and body; induced, driven, and expressed. The health of the human body is spiritually induced, electrically and chemically driven, and biologically and genetically expressed.’ We all just want to be happy and healthy. At In The Raw we are proud to be of assistance in this lifestyle choice.
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This Gadget Knows When You’re Breathing Harmful Air in Indonesia Researchers from Harvard and Columbia universities estimated there were more than 90,000 early deaths this year in areas close to haze-producing fires in Riau and North Sumatra. With numbers like this in mind, it would be foolish not to take precaution.
A new report from UNICEF says most of the 2 billion children in the world who are breathing toxic air live in developing nations like India and Indonesia. These kids can experience serious health problems like damaged lungs, brains and other organs. Of the global total, 300 million of these children are exposed to pollution levels more than six times higher than the standards set by the World Health Organization. 620 million of them live in in South Asia. According the US Embassy in Jakarta, the air quality is often at unhealthy levels. On a recent Friday night in South Jakarta, the Air Quality Index at 336, as measured by the Laser Egg. Any reading over 151 is hazardous for everyone. The AQI is an index for reporting daily air quality. It tells you how clean or polluted your air really is, and what associated health effects might be a concern for you. The AQI focuses on symptoms you may experience within a few hours or days after breathing polluted air. A score between 0 and 50 generally means the air is okay to breath. A score between 100 and 150 means the air is starting to become unhealthy. At this level people with heart and lung diseases, older adults and children are at a greater risk due to exposure to ozone, but also from the hazardous particles present in the air. If you’re raising a family in Jakarta, this is something that should concern you. Your children face much higher health risks from air pollution than you do. Kids breathe twice as fast, and draw in more air in relation to body weight, while their brains and immune systems are still developing and vulnerable. However, there are ways you can be aware of what your family is breathing in the archipelago. The first thing you’re going to want to do is get a pollution meter that can probe the air in your home several times per day. The Laser Egg is likely the easiest and most affordable gadget to put in your home for this purpose, and it only takes up about as much space as a small alarm clock.
The Laser Egg tells you instantly and accurately about the air you’re breathing, as per AQI standards, so that you know whether or not your efforts to keep your home clean and healthy are working. If you notice the Laser Egg telling you the AQI level is unsafe, then you can take action to clean the air in your home, or in a particularly dangerous case, remove your family from the hazardous area. In Indonesia, you can pick up one of these devices for Rp.1,495,000, which is super cheap when considering the value. Although the Laser Egg looks simple and sleek, it packs professional-grade tech that’s typically only found in air quality monitors priced more than US$5,000. The gadget provides air quality readings in real-time, and measurements are displayed on the LCD screen every 0.1 seconds. It can also link to your smartphone via your home’s WiFi, so you can instantly know the air quality by looking at your mobile device. The Laser Egg also makes sense if you live in or travel to places affected Indonesia’s annual forest fires and haze. Researchers from Harvard and Columbia universities in the US estimated there were more than 90,000 early deaths this year in Indonesia in areas closest to haze-producing fires in Riau and North Sumatra. That’s how serious the problem of air quality is in the world’s largest archipelago. With numbers like this in mind, it would be foolish not to take precaution. The Laser Egg has a small fan that sucks in ambient air in via the back of the unit and pushes it out the front. In the core, a laser beam cuts through the air current. As particles pass through the laser beam, the light is refracted. A sensor picks up the subtle changes, and information about the size and number of particles passing through is determined through a series of algorithms.
Laser Egg by Origins Technology is a highly innovative air pollution meter perfect for AQI monitoring in polluted cities like Jakarta and areas where forest fires often occur. The gadget aims to make a difference in your life, while protecting the health of your loved ones. For more information, visit http://originstech.com/products/laser-egg/ issue 178 Indonesia expat
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New Fast Food Joint to Promote Healthy Living in Indonesia Asia’s leading salad bar chain SaladStop opens its first outlet in Indonesia. Does this mean that the archipelago is ready for a healthy fast food revolution? BY CAR ANISSA DJATMIKO
It was the arrival day of another fast food restaurant in town. Just like any other opening, customers lined up to dine in what could possibly be the next big thing in Jakarta’s culinary scene. Curiously, instead of leaving the restaurant with burger and fries, these folks were chowing down on platefuls of salad.
The most important thing to know about SaladStop is the message that it aims to put out. Since its inception in Singapore, the company has operated with a campaign that looks to inform the public about the need to live healthy, and also to understand where the food we eat comes from. “Behind SaladStop’s concept is a movement dubbed ‘Eat Wide Awake’, championing a conscious awareness of food consumption and how a simple meal comes to be - all the way from the local farm to your bowl,” Executive Vice President Katherine Desbaillets Braha added.
SaladStop claims to be the first and largest health food chain in Asia that is known for its quick service concept. It was established in 2009 as a wellness company seeking to spread a message of health, nutritional values and environmental sustainability via healthy eating.
In line with its mission statement, SaladStop works together with food partners that share a similar concern in creating fresh meals. These partners help the restaurant make sure that every ingredient is sourced less than 72 hours before it is served.
As for SaladStop’s debut in Jakarta, the company’s managing director says the restaurant caters to locals who are growing to become more aware of the importance of maintaining a healthy diet. “This is the perfect time for SaladStop to greet Indonesians who are getting conscious of what they consume. SaladStop is the dining destination and lifestyle choice for people that appreciate the importance of responsible daily intake, and work towards the betterment of themselves,” Adrien Desbaillets recently said in a statement. In recent years, eating healthy has been seen as a trend in Indonesia, while more restaurants across the archipelago are working their way towards serving up healthy yet delicious and attractive meals.
“Behind SaladStop’s concept is a movement dubbed ‘Eat Wide Awake’, championing a conscious awareness of food consumption and how a simple meal comes to be - all the way from the local farm to your bowl.”
Cafés in Jakarta continue to maintain various healthy dishes on their menus. Most of them rely on mixing fruits and offering combination of colours that make these dishes look appetizing, but also ready to be posted on Instagram. This might as well be the case for SaladStop too, although it plays a different game when it comes to service speed. What is fun about SaladStop is the chance for customers to build their own salads, wraps or grain bowls with a choice of over 50 ingredients and 20 homemade dressings. Those who are too lazy to choose may instead go for the restaurant’s signature creations, but the experience of making one’s own salad is certainly the overarching draw in general behind the company’s concept. Dua Tangan Cukup
To further promote the message of Eat Wide Awake, SaladStop also conducts research with nutritionists and experts from various medical fields to find out which ingredients are best for the human mind and body. In doing so, the firm also hopes to maintain the environment and welfare of animals. Before opening in Jakarta, SaladStop set up 25 outlets in Singapore, Japan and the Philippines. The addition of SaladStop to Indonesia’s capital city is part of the company’s expansion plan after raising S$5 million (US$3.6 million) from private equity firms Hera Capital and DSG Costumer. Desbaillets admitted that while the concept of the fast food joint might not be that familiar in Asia, she is sure that it will soon find its niche. "We definitely see huge opportunities in this part of the world. The growing middle class - that is what's fascinating with Asia right now [in supporting the healthy lifestyle]," said the managing director as quoted by The Straits Times. Next year, SaladStop is set to open in Hong Kong and is currently expected to have as many as 60 outlets across Asia by 2018, along with plans of adding branches in India and the Middle East.
Actions From Across The Archipelago
Papua Bans Illegal Food in A New Campaign The Jayapura Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) recently launched a food campaign that seeks to eliminate harmful and illegal food and drug products. Last month, BPOM announced the Papuan Safe Food and Drug Care Movement as an initiative to monitor food and drug distribution in regions across Papua. The movement was inaugurated in a ceremony that included destroying Rp.2.1 billion (US$161,024.43) worth of harmful and illegal foods and drugs in Jayapura. The unauthorized products that were used in the ceremony included 220,111 pieces of expired and illegally distributed health supplements, expired cosmetics and food products that were confiscated during market operations in 29 regencies across Papua last year. Head of BPOM said the food movement was set up to help officials prevent further cases of violations in the food and drug sector.
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“Law violations in the field of food and drugs are crimes against humanity. To limit the movement of the perpetrators, there should be comprehensive monitoring involving government and local administrations, business players and all society members,” Penny K. Lukito said as reported by The Jakarta Post. Further, head of BPOM Jayapura Hans Kakerisa revealed that the Jayapura Prosecutors’ Office had been looking into 20 cases of light crimes in the food and drug sector, and five others were under full legal processing. Nine counterfeit drugs were later found in three regencies over the past year. To find out more about the services that BPOM provides in other regions please visit www.pom.go.id/new.
The Edge Bali Wins ‘Best Hotel View’ in Prestigious International Hotel Awards Bali Mesa Hotel and Resorts recently announced more great news. This time, it is from one of its members The Edge Bali, which was recently recognized for having the ‘Best Hotel View’ by The Haute Grandeur Global Hotel and Spa Awards 2016. The ceremony took place last month on October 20 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Edge was voted as champion out of some of the world’s most prominent hotel brands which competed for accolades in excellence in 94 categories. A spokesperson from Mesa Hotel and Resorts revealed that The Edge indeed deserves this international recognition, saying, “The dramatic, cliffy south-western corner of Bali is the stunning setting for the exceptional villas. Aptly named for its elevated position 80 metres high upon the Uluwatu cliffs, with the crashing Indian Ocean below (popular with experienced surfers), this is a seriously exclusive destination providing a new level of luxury.”
Kemang Dance Center to Hold Fairy Tale-Themed Concert Jakarta
Samali Hotels and Resorts Receives International Accolade
This December, one of Indonesia’s most successful dance studios Kemang Dance Center will be holding its bi-annual grand concert with the theme ‘Once Upon a Princess’. The event will be showcasing various types of dance, ranging from classical ballet to hip hop. The show will include approximately 100 dancers to perform in front of around 300 audience members. Once Upon A Princess will take place at the Ice Palace Concert Hall, Lotte Shopping Avenue.
Jakarta Samali Hotels and Resorts recently received official certification from TÜV Rheinland, an international agency that focuses on the tourism business. The certificate was handed over to Ammi Cepu Hotel, which was officially awarded five stars, and four stars for Allium Batam and Tangerang. Samali’s Managing Director claimed that the certifications are important for the hotels to continue maintaining their best qualities and services, saying, “The assessment of these certifications includes three aspects of tourism standards: facilities, services and maintenance. These are a part of our commitment to improve the hotel’s qualities and to also comply with government regulations.”
Beaujolais Nouveau to Kick Off This November Jakarta The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IFCCI) and the French Embassy in Indonesia are working together to organize the Beaujolais Nouveau. The event is a tradition in France that is held every third Thursday of November. Guests will be invited to enjoy a French-style buffet featuring French cheese and free flow of Beaujolais Nouveau wine imported straight from France. The event will be the perfect opportunity for companies to network and meet new business relations, clients or partners in a relaxed yet festive atmosphere. Last year Beaujolais Nouveau was attended by IFCCI chairman Mr. Philippe Augier, and French Consul Mr. Pierre - Antoinne Gounand, who welcomed guests and made the first toast along with Ambassador of EU, H.E. Mr. Vincent Guérend. This year, the event is expected to bring in more guests, ambassadors and representatives from EU countries. It will take place on November 18 at Intercontinental Jakarta Midplaza.
Borobudur to Celebrate Thanksgiving
Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana To Celebrate Christmas and New Year in Style
caramelized onion-bacon jam. Chefs will also be providing Thanksgiving turkey, along with traditional stuffing, steamed broccoli, Brussels sprouts and glazed sweet potatos.
Jakarta This Thanksgiving, take your family to Hotel Borobudur Jakarta to enjoy the seasonal specialties at Bogor Café. Guests are invited to celebrate the special occasion as the restaurant serves a delicious menu, which includes all-time classic dishes such as roasted turkey, cranberry sauce and
Borobudur’s General Manager said that Thanksgiving is indeed the right moment for families to gather. “It is a delight to have the opportunity to bring people together with their family and friends and to present them with a memorable Thanksgiving dining experience,” said Patrick Beck. For more information and reservations please call 021 - 3805555 ext 73400 (Bogor Cafe) or 73620 (Borobudur Gourmet).
Bali Specially tailored to those who take their “bleisure” (business and leisure) to the utmost of importance, the ever trendy and chic Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana is set right in the heartbeat of Bali’s entertainment and shopping district, ensuring anyone’s
stay on the island of Gods is a memorable one. To end Year of 2016 and welcoming 2017, Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana is inviting guests to toast Christmas In-Tune and New Year In-Style at the hotel with its prime positioning on the more favoured end of Kuta and Legian Beach. By booking the Christmas Dinner or New Year’s Eve party package, guests can enjoy Legian in it’s most scrumptious way with family and friends on the tropical island of Bali. Guests may also indulge in upscale accommodations with five-star facilities at the hotel.
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Indonesia Prepares Tougher Penalties for Pedophiles Indonesia is moving forward with tougher penalties for convicted pedophiles, according to the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection.
chips under the skin. Other consequences include state-sponsored rehabilitation, mandatory ten-year imprisonment and the death sentence.
The three regulation drafts follow a revision to Indonesia’s law on child protection, six months after the government proposed that it take effect. The gang rape and murder of a 14-yearold schoolgirl in April of this year spurred the government to organize the proposal.
Yohana Yembise, Minister of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection, explained on October 20 how two government regulations stipulate the procedures on additional sentencing. The government says it will address detailed aspects of the structure of additional penalties for child sex offenders in the archipelago.
The controversial law allows for heavier punishment for child sex offenders, including cruel and unusual penalties such as chemical castration for male offenders through female hormone injections and implanting violators with electronic tagging
Despite several protests, the government is defending the move. Officials believe it will help deter perpetrators and minimize, if not eliminate, what it has called a heinous crime. The House of Representatives expressed its agreement.
More Than 1.2 Million Indonesians Are Now Using Drugs
Ex-Health Minister Siti Fadilah Arrested for Graft The ex-health minister was named as a suspect in April 2014, when she was allegedly involved in marking up prices of medical equipment during the 2007 bird flu emergency in the archipelago. The scheme resulted in at least Rp 6.8 billion (US$522,000) in state losses. Supari served as minister under the 2004 and 2009 administrations of President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) Deputy Chairman Bambang Widjojanto reported in that same year that his department was able to secure a letter signed by the KPK commissioners that authorized a full investigation of Supari’s case. KPK accused Supari of being part of the scheme after highlighting Rp.1.37 billion (US$105,00) worth of traveller’s checks she received from Bank Mandiri. The KPK says the former health minister was bribed for pulling strings to have the medical equipment contract awarded to supplier Prasasti Mitra.
The University of Indonesia’s health centre and the National Narcotics Agency (BNN) report an estimated 1.2 million drug users in the country. Professor Nurul Ilmi Idris of Hasanuddin University in Makassar, South Sulawesi, told reporters on October 22 that the country now has more than 850,000 new people trying out illegal drugs this year. The number of total reported users rose to 1.1 million in 2011 and has increased over the past five years. Idris commented that marijuana is now the most prevalent drug in the archipelago, while some people have continued to use heroin since the mid-1990s. Prescription drugs have also grown more popular. The professor added that a heroin shortage in recent years has resulted in fewer opioid users overall. That said, heroin is now the fourth most abused illegal substance in the country following ecstasy, methamphetamine and marijuana.
Former health minister Siti Fadillah Supari was arrested on October 24, following the national anti-graft agency’s investigation into a case of illegal procurement of medical equipment during the bird flu epidemic in Indonesia.
Indonesia Announces New Rule on Property Ownership for International Couples The Constitutional Court of Indonesia just announced new regulations on the rights for international couples related to prenuptial agreements and property ownership.
Idris’s report showed a decrease in the number of people using illicit intravenous drugs, noting a drop from 230,000 in 2008 to 70,000 in 2011. The professor was happy to note the decline but remains worried about the increasing use of psychoactive prescription drugs in Indonesia.
On October 27, the nation’s Constitutional Court agreed to allow international couples to make prenuptial agreements in the middle of the marriage process, or even after they are married. This means that local-foreign couples who did not have prenuptial agreements before they were wed will now have the chance to claim rights to their property and assets after the fact.
BNN’s Deputy Chief for Community Empowerment Bachtiar Tambunan divided drug users in the archipelago into three categories: approximately 1.6 million people “have tried” using drugs, 1.4 million are “regular users” and around 943,000 are "avid users". Representing 74.5 percent of the total number, men still dominate the usage statistics while only 25.5 percent of the documented users are women.
Perca Indonesia, an activist group for Indonesia’s international marriage community, says this comes as good news for international couples in the archipelago who are often discriminated against. The community claims that it has long tried to address the issue of property ownership for international couples, and is glad that justice has finally been served.
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Before her questioning at the KPK headquarters in South Jakarta, Supari told reporters that she was accused of receiving bribes, although it remains unclear as to who bribed her and when the incident occurred.
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the process of making Korean t r a d it iona l fo o d Bibi mbab, where players will make sounds a c cord ingly throughout . To mimic these sounds, they will be performing beat-boxing, acapella, acrobatics, B-boy and also martial arts. Bibab in Jakarta is presented by the Korean Culture Centre and Jirea Tourism Organization. The event will take place at Ciputra Artpreneur. Tickets are available at www.loket.com/bibap
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Jakarta Business Networkers Every Tuesday and Thursday Make the r ight connections and grow your business over breakfast. At Jakarta Business Networkers (JBN), all attendees are encouraged to help others by exchang ing referrals and introducing them to their target audience. JBN is all about helping you grow your business. Promote your business, personal brand or portfolio each week to the rest of the attendees and explain to the group the type of referrals you would like to receive. JBN professional networking sessions are from 7-8.30am every Tuesday at Sapori Deli, Fairmont Jakarta, and Thursday at Mercantile Athletic Club, WTC, Sudirman. RSVP: info@jbnetworkers.com
arts & culture
4 Projects for Development 23 June—31 December 2016 The Embassy of Italy and the Italian Cultural Institute Jakarta a nd the It a lia n Ministr y of Foreign Affairs and International C ooperat ion a re present ing the exhibition ‘4 projects for development’. The exhibition is in collaboration with the Agenzia Contrasto and seeks to highlight It a ly ’s c om m it ment s t o the nation’s foreign policies through its development programmes. 4 Projec t s for Development showcases images taken by four notable photographers from Magnum Agency: Abbas, Jerome Sessini, Jean Gaumy and Stuart Franklin. The photos are taken from their cooperation projects in Ethiopia, Guatemala, Kenya, and Senegal. The exhibition is open for public. For more information please visit www.itacultjkt.or.id
architect worked during his entire career. The walls were covered by pin boards, full of samples of his favourite paper materials and sketches drawn on newspaper pages. There were also drawings made for him by his grandchildren, letters, correspondence w ith friends and colleagues, and family photographs in the studio. Arts enthusiasts can see how the studio is recreated at the Grand Kemang Hotel. For more information please visit www.arturaicad.com
UOB Painting of the Year 2016 24 October – 22 November 2016 The UOB Painting of the Year is one of the most prestigious art competitions in Southeast Asia. The annual programme started in Singapore back in 1982 as an initiative to support talented and emerg ing ar tists whose works have made significance contributions to the art scene in the region. This year, Indonesia has chosen 36-year old painter to become the first artist who have won twice in the competition. Gatot Indrajati received the award earlier in October for his work Right or Wrong My Home, while he previously won in 2011 for his painting Repacking. Other artist who also took home the prize include Dicky Takndare who was recognized as Most Promising Artist of the Year for his work Khanikla mey Moyo Yarate Ate (they have taken what belongs to us). The winners’ collections are now showcased at Ciputra Artpreneur until November 7 before being moved to the UOB Plaza in Central Jakarta from Nov 8 to 22. For more information please visit www.uobpoy.com
The 1st Edition of the Italian Cuisine Week 21 – 27 November 2016 The Embassy of Italy and the Italian Cultural Institute are working together to organize the first Edition of the Italian Cuisine Week in the World. For the entire week guests are invited to learn more about the Italian cuisine through a series of events such as music concert, seminar, food tasting, and cinema. During this occasion Gino Campagna, the celebrity chef will also be involved in many activities such as cooking class, dinner and pasta show. For more information please visit www.itacultjkt.or.id
Pukat Christmas Concert 2016 4 December 2016 Pukat Chr istma s Concer t is retur ning this December to celebrate the holy yet festive spirit of holiday with your favourite Chrstmas carols. Last year the event brought renowned local musicians and artists on stage like Andi Riyanto, Rio Febrian, Maruli Tampubolon, Lea Simanjuntak, Angela July and OlivOla. The participating artists for this year will soon be announced. The event takes place at Ciputra Artpreneur. For more information please visit www.ciputraartpreneur.com
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Kgomotso (South Africa), Margie Segers (Indonesia), Samy Thiebault Quartet (France) and more who have yet to be announced. Last year, the festival managed to invite over 20,000 people. It is looking to expand this year. The event will take place at the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Indonesia. For more information please visit www. jgtc-festival.com/index.php
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Djakarta Warehouse Project 2016 9–10 December 2016
Markplus Conference 2017 8 December 2016 Markplus Conference is one of the nation’s biggest marketing conferences in Southeast Asia and will soon be back this December. To celebrate the event ’s 11 t h anniversary, Markplus Conference will be taking the theme of New Realities New Marketing: New Content, For Indonesia Human, Beyond 3.0. Scholars, practitioners and the public in general are i nv i t e d t o joi n p a ne l s a nd discussions on the latest trends in the nation’s marketing. This year, keynote speakers include Professor Jonathan Wilson from Richmond University UK, who will be discussing the development of marketing; and Professor Rober t Wolcott from Kelogg School of Management, USA on new worlds and opportunities. Guests will also get the chance to witness awarding ceremony and mingle during exhibition a nd ne t work i ng. The e vent will take place at Ritz-Carlton Pacific Place. Price: Rp.825,000. For more information please v isit w w w.markplusinc.com/ markplusconference/agenda music
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“Vico Magistretti. A Traveling Archive” 7 October — 7 December 2016 “Vico Magistretti. A Traveling A rchive” is relocated to the Indonesian Contemporary Art and Design Exhibition. In this exhibition, guests can see the live version of the studio where Magistretti worked in Milan. This room, overlooking one of Milan’s piazzas, was the space where the industrial designer and
is held on Thursday mornings where participants can engage with one another over tea, coffee and snacks. Rumahku is held to introduce potential members of HIS and those who take an interest in the programmes it offers. Guests are welcome to suggest topics and speakers that would like to have, and be a part of the Rumahku Committee to arrange events and write newsletters accordingly. This November, Erza Setyadharma will serve as a guest speaker to share his story about his career as a creative consultant, classical music, opera producer, as well as a writer. Registration is made under first-come and first-served basis. The event costs Rp.50,000 (for IHS members) and Rp.75,000 (for non-members). For more information please visit www. heritagejkt.org/lectures/rumahku
The 39th Jazz Goes to Campus 27 November 2016
BIBAP IN JAKARTA 11–13 November 2016
Indonesian Heritage Society’s Morning Talk Series November 2016 – February 2017
Bibab in Jakar ta is a unique musical from South Korea that combines non-verbal attractions w ith dy namic movement s. The comedic show will present
Indonesian Heritage Society (HIS) returns with Rumahku morning talks this November. The event is open to members of the non-profit organization and
Indonesia’s oldest and most anticipated jazz festival will return next month. In its 29th anniversary, Jazz Goes to Campus will take on the theme of ‘Jazz is the Moment’ with an exciting line-up. This time around, participants will celebrate jazz along with local and international artists like Barry Likumahuwa (Indonesia),
One of the most anticipated electronic dance music (EDM) festivals, DWP will bring the greatest par ty of the year to Jakarta with explosive sounds. Recognized as the ‘Best EDM Festival of 2015’, according to a number of music publications, and with the arrival of guests from more than 30 countries, DWP is looking to recreate the success it’s had over the years. The two-day festival will take place at Jakarta International Expo and Kemayoran (JI. Expo). Please note that the event is valid for those who are at least 18 years of age. For more information please visit www.rajakarcis.com
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most illustrious islands of Lombok. This year, the Lombok Marathon will take place in West Lombok, starting from J. Senggigi and ending at the Governor building in Jl. Pejanggik Mataram City. Racers will also be entertained by traditional music as they reach for the finish line. The event will be also include a pre-race dinner, exhibition and post-race festivals. Guests will also get to enjoy live music and get to know local culture at the food festival. Both local and international people are invited to join with a maximum quota of 5,000 runners. For more information please visit www. lombokmarathon.com
BALI arts & culture
Devdan Show – Treasure of the Archipelago 1 May–31 December 2016 Devdan Show is one of the most impressive per for mances in Bali that features dance, along with stunning costumes and hitech special effects. The show combines local dance traditions with contemporary moves into an aerial acrobatic attractions. For 90-minutes, audience will get to travel across the Indonesian archipelago, starting from Bali, Sumatra, Java Borneo, and all the way to Papua. Devdan Show is performed four times a week at one of Bali’s most renowned entertainment areas, Nusa Dua. Tickets are available at https:// www.bali.com/shop/devdan_260. html. Price: US$40 (normal) US$20 (children)
5 Day Photo Tour to Tana Toraja with Melbourne 11–15 December 2016 Join a five-day photo tour with Melbourne the Photographer to develop your skills and talents in photography in one of the most majestic regions in Sulawesi, Tana Toraja. Melbourne is a commercial photog rapher who nor mally holds photo tours across Asia in countries like China, India and Cambodia. Additionally, he also trains amateurs and experts via various programmes, workshops, seminars and photo walks. This time, he and his wife Maria invite photographers and enthusiasts to explore the diverse culture of Tana Toraja w ith hopes of finding the perfect shots. For more information please visit www. melbournethephotographer.com
LOMBOK sports Lombok Marathon 2016 4 December 2016 Get ready for the next big running event in one of the archipelago’s
Perca Indonesia’s Year End Celebration 2016 19 November 2016 This November, Perca Indonesia is saying farewell to this year by hosting the ‘Year End Celebration’. The local interracial community is inviting both local and expatriate families to gather in this one-day festivity which includes a series of arts performances. The event will feature Shoes Maker Dance by Perca Kids, fashion show by Paul Ropp, and contemporary dance by Orange Production. Participants will have buffet dinner at the end of the day and also get the chance to win door prizes and raff le tickets. The event will take place at the Trans Resort Bali. For more information please visit http:// percaindonesia.com. Price: Rp.275,000 (members) Rp.300,000 (non-members)
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JAKARTA automotive Car For Rent: For rent monthly 2013 Toyota Avanza automatic Rp.4.000,000,-. 2010 Toyota Innova Rp.4.000.000,- Good Condition and including Maintenance. Please call +62(0) 816865653 jobs available Bartele Gallery - Rare Maps & Prints of Indonesia. The gallery is looking for people to join their team. Help us organise exhibitions, roll out our marketing strategy and get involved in many other interesting projects! Candidates should have an active interest in history and be able to speak English and Bahasa Indonesia. Salary indication: Rp.15,000,000. Bartele Gallery is the only dedicated gallery in Indonesia for antique maps, prints, photographs, books, ancient coins and antiquities. www. bartelegallery.com. Candidates can send a motivation letter and CV to: info@eastindiesart.com. Deadline for applications is: 15 November 2016 Sales Executive - East Indies Art. East Indies A r t looking for a reliable, self-motivated, organised indiv idua l to be our Sa les Executive. Candidates should be at least 20 years of age with good command of English, and have an interest in history .Tasks and duties include: sales / customer service / retailer communications stocking / marketing / administration. Salary indication: Rp.7,500,000. East Indies Art is specialised in making high-quality reproductions of antique maps, prints, vintage posters and photographs. www. eastindiesart.com. Candidates can send a motivation letter and CV to: info@eastindiesart.com Deadline for applications is: 1 December 2016 services Spanish Tutor: Learn Spanish at your place with a DELE-certified examiner from Spain. Most of my students come from international schools (JIS and BSJ). Please call me (Raúl) +62 (0) 821 1050 2786, Email: unascartas@yahoo.com Bahasa Indonesia lessons for expats living in South Jakarta, Kuningan, Country Wood, BSD, given by instructor with 20 years
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year, minimum 2 years. Call: +62(0)8123630309 / +62(0)81 916659151 House for sale. Land size 200m2, land size 120m 2 . 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, garage. L oc at ion Jl. R aya K e sa mbi Baru Gang Kesambi Indah No. 10, Kerobokan, Nor th Kuta. 2,200 VA electricity. Price Rp. 2.5 billion (nego). Freehold. For photos and details please email (komangsriwahyuni@ymail.com) or contact +62(0)81338716846 / +62(0)81805622999. No broker/ agent.
Brand New Furnished Apartment for Rent at Nifarro Park. Jalan R ay a Pa s a r M i ng g u . 7 7 s q meters (16th floor). 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms + 1 powder room. living, dining, kitchen, laundry room. Rent: USD$1,100 per month (inclusive ser v ice charge). For appointment: Siti +62(0)8176481800 House for sale at K av. Polr i Ampera Kemang asking price IDR 4.25 Bio. Secure environment, easy access, no flood, 2 stories, 4 bed rooms, 3 bathrooms, maid room, garage, car port, 7 ACs, electricity 7,70 0 VA , j e t p u m p , g o o d condition, no leak. Direct buyer only. SMS/WA: +62(0)818247247, email:knugraha@gmail.com House for rent, Pondok Indah Jakarta, Jalan Taman Kencana Permai III no 8. Land size 370 sqm,building 300sqm, w ith 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, whirpool, living room, pantry & k itchen,Pic tures request/ viewing appointment. (owner)Lina +65(0)98484450 by WA is fine. Email: linabasuki@hotmail.com For Rent (or Sale) by Owner: Modern Large Family House located in Bintaro Jakarta Selatan 10 Mins from Pondok Indah Toll Road. Close to Hero, malls, International Schools (Global Jaya, British IS, Japanese IS etc) Land 870 sqmm, house 300 sqm. 4 bedrooms (1 ideal study/office) 3 bathrooms, dining room, western kitchen + pantry, maids living area with own bathroom, kitchen and pantry, living room, TV room, reception & guest toilet, big garden child friendly and safe, triple garage, quiet area. Rental USD 2,600 per month, or purchase Rp 5.8 billion. Please WA owner Fif i in Bahasa or English on +62(0)81288129280 for details and pics (no agents please) household staff available Our previous maid is looking for a new job. She has worked for us 5.5 years and she is highly skilled within housekeeping and cooking. She lived with us 2.5 years in Denmark, where she took care of the housekeeping and looked after our daughter when she was not in daycare. She would like to stay in the Jakarta area. You are welcome to contact me for details (haluje@yahoo.dk) You can also reach Raminah on phone +62(0)81808499105 or +62(0)82113741920.
Excellent Driver available Mid November A s we are leav ing Ja k a r t a nex t mont h, we unfortunately have to say goodbye to our driver Maul. Even though Maul only worked with us for a few months we can highly recommend him. He is a very safe driver and knows all the shortcuts around Jakarta. He makes attempts to search for the best routes ahead of time so as to avoid heavy traffic. Maul will ensure that your car is always cleaned and maintained perfectly. He is very good with kids, and is always very friendly and personable. Maul also speaks perfect English and has several years’ experience driv ing for expat families here in Jakarta. Maul will be available to start November 13th and is looking for a full-time job (Monday to Friday). He can be contacted directly at 0819 1116 6165. I can be reached via WhatsApp for any additional information at +62(0)8128921 2564 Fantastic maid available now. My maid of 6 years is available as we are leaving. She reads and writes English. She is great with kids and managing the household. She can shop and cook western or local dishes.Very trustworthy. Please contact Rini at +62(0)82311716659 or +62(0)82122582480. for sale FOR SALE: Brand new (still sealed) iPhone 6S, Rose Gold, 16GB. Rp8,500,000. Email: englishteacher238@gmail.com Baby Grand Piano, Kawai on sale As we have to move to a smaller house we are obliged to sell our beloved Baby Grand Piano Kawai. The price is Rp.65,000,000. Transportation costs covered by the purchaser. The piano has been bought around 10 years ago by a Danish lady in the Philippines, then they moved it to Jakarta. According to what she said, the piano moved only 3 times since when it has been purchased. They played it very rarely. We purchased this piano in May 2013. The serial number, as reported on the piano, is: Kawai 500, sn: 234604, sf: 2346. The conditions are good, and we hosted beautiful concerts with it. If interested please write an email to saramichieletto@ hotmail.com
BALI property
BALI – Private Villa in the Rice Fields, Ubud. Getaway from the big city and visit Ubud, Bali – A peaceful stay in the rice fields, staying at a traditional village, Pejeng Village, a short 4.5 kms from Ubud. 3 Bedroom w ith heavenly huge (eco-ioniser natural spring water) pool. Beautifully appointed villa. Villa cook. Driver available. Authentic Balinese stay in a traditional village. A rural setting with nature all around and a lovely walk down to the World Heritage Listed holy Pakerisan River. Sleeps 6 (can extend to 10) Ideal for family or couples or a girls get away weekend. Breakfast included – Western or Indonesian. Security 24 hrs. Read latest guest reviews on tripadvisor. A magical experience – like a home away from home. Special Kitas available – just ask. www.villadamee.com Email: info@villadamee.com
House for sale. Land size 100m2, building size 45m2. 4 meters road. 2,200 VA electricity. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, garage. Freehold. Location Jalan Kebo Iwa, Gang Citarum, Denpasar. P r ic e Rp. 800 m i l l ion. For photos and details please email (komangsriwahyuni@ymail.com) or contact +62(0)81338716846 / +62(0)81805622999. No broker / agent. Villa for rent in Kerobokan: 4 acre, 3 bedrooms, kitchen, pool, 3 bathrooms, AC, hot water, no f urnishing, liv ing room, big garden. House to rent in Kerobokan: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, garden, AC, hot water, price Rp. 35 million/
Cozy House for sale in quiet Tulamben Area, 500m to the beach, sea v iew and Volcano view. Plot with 1000 sqm, big fruit garden, Main house 160 sqm and separate Guesthouse (Gladak) 25 sqm. Freehold and fully furnished. 2,8 billion. Great Location to run a diving Business or Pondok Wisata. More Infos: (divingbali@gmail.com). Tow n house for rent in nic e neighbourhood with one-gate system and 24hr secur it y. 3 bedrooms, 2 ensuite bathrooms, fully furnished, garden, carport, and shared sw imming pool. Wa l k i n g d i s t a n c e t o M a l l Galeria,10 mins drive to Airport, Toll Bali Mandara and Jimbaran bypass. Rp 150 millions/year (nego). Serious interest pls SMS/ WA +62(0)81803296688.
services Nagaland and Assam Dec 7-18, 2016 – Tribal India Photo Tour Wa nt t o le a r n mor e a b ou t photography? Ever heard of Nagaland in NE India? If you want to witness 17 ethnic tribes coming down from the mountains to celebrate their music and dance, then join this extravaganza – The Hornbill Festival. David Metcalf, Masterclass Photographer is taking a small group with oneon-one photography tuition. Fun and learning. Tour: Dec 7-18, 2016 Read what others have to say. www.davidmetcalfphotography. com. David Metcalf operates a Photo Galler y in Ubud, Bali. Photo tours run daily exploring traditional markets, sunrise from a secret location overlooking Mt Agung, village life off the beaten track, lots of camera time, tuition and lunch at a Balinese home with a family – bookings essential Taksu Photo Gallery. 11a Monkey Forest Rd, Ubud, Bali. w w w. taksuphotogallery.com Private teacher Bahasa Indonesia for foreigner, please contact +62(0)81338705158 or email (dwi. astari@yahoo.com) Private driving lesson pick up & return. The lesson will be for 2 hours Rp. 200,000. Available for Denpasar, Sanur, Kuta, Nusa Dua. Call : +62(0)85238007282
Room for stay daily, weekly, monthly. Room facilities: TV cable, kitchen set, hot water, AC, Free WiFi and telp. In strategic location ne a r S em i ny a k ,K er ob ok a n , jln. Baliku 2 Kav. 8 Bjr Semer, Kerobokan. For more info please contact: +62(0)3619347345. For sale 2 floor house 150m2, 1st f loor working studio, parking space, 2nd floor for artistic house style, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, big kitchen, easy car access , cangg u area , pr ice 2 billion Rupiah. For more info please email: avi.homeglass@gmail.com 2 & 4 bedrooms villa for rent (daily / monthly) in Canggu. Close to Canggu Club, Berawa & Ecobeach. Fully furnished, pool, etc. Call: +62(0)816865097 / +6141098 4086 / +62(0)813 18455725 / +62(0)82117888293 / +62(0)81311193337 (Bahasa). See: (www.balisupervilla.com). (www.villashanticanggu.com). (www.villasemat.com). (www. villajalak.com).
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