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I once stumbled upon this article where Instagram now has such huge influence in 'reshaping' arts, therefore more and more interactive museums such as selfie museums are opening worldwide and I'm not saying this one is BASED on Instagram but from my experience, it surely is interractive and they allow cameras in too for visitors to take pictures! Sharing you guys (as this post is written) the NEWEST interactive museum opening in Jakarta: MOJA MUSEUM!
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It was a fortunate moment for me to be a part of this creative event launched by the Dua Belibis group. They recently came up with this idea of collaborating with the tenants in Pasar Santa to create their new signature dishes by using Dua Belibis’s products.
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Mad For Garlic might not be a new player in the game, but after 4 years since it was first introduced to the Jakarta public, it is still going strong as one of the most sought after Italian restaurants in Jakarta.
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It’s been three years since the first time Sunny Side Up  introduced themselves to the public, bringing the concept of all egg dishes , if I’m not mistaken, I think they were the first to introduce this concept to the scene. I’ve been a regular customer of theirs since the early days (since my university was very near to SMS mall) and I’ve actually done a review of them also on my early blogging days, with way less interesting pictures and lame explanations. HAHAHA sometimes I really want to delete all my rubbish old posts, but then I realize we all start somewhere right? :).
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Slowly but sure, I feel like everyone - if not every foodies - is excited about new places and I am talking about the restaurants only, the art of new places opening or even the moment when you wait until it opens is always exciting (at least for me) and that's exactly how I deal with this one, another new comer, another Ismaya's creative venture, Publik Markette located inside the growing Central department store, Grand Indonesia just across NOMZ and near UNION DELI.
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It's not a secret anymore that just like Senopati, Pantai Indah Kapuk is one of the most populated area in Jakarta when it comes to dining places. Numbers of new restaurants in and out each and every month trying their luck on the field but truth be told, I have one thing kept in my mind that I want to point out here.

Pala Adas Jakarta

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It's not a secret anymore that just like Senopati, Pantai Indah Kapuk is one of the most populated area in Jakarta when it comes to d...
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It's another year and that means another 'series' of the Jakarta Fashion and Food Festival (JFFF)! Even though technically it's the part of the Jakarta Fashion and Food festival, but I am just going to talk about the food part, barely any fashion on this post, just in case you desire, you might be on the wrong blog.

Just like Festival Jajanan Bango, Kampoeng Tempo Doeloe has been on the scene for quite some time, years to be exact. Technically they both serve the same 'menu', which is Indonesia's culinary scene (and trust me it's one hell of a fun ride) but the thing with FJB, overall the food was more affordable but space and range wise, Kampoeng Tempo Doeloe was bigger, I heard there were over 500 booths, but one thing for sure: both was SUPER HUMID! Do not dress up like you're going to a wedding reception, that's just silly.

Kampoeng Tempo Doeloe took place in the same venue they have been for the last few years: La Piazza, Kelapa Gading Mall Jakarta and will be held from May 9th-June 1st 2014. Okay, to be frank, I am not a big fan when it comes to the northern area of Jakarta because the traffic sucks! Actually almost everywhere in Jakarta has awful traffic, it's just that I don't find the northern area as exciting as the southern (exception to PIK) and it's like everything on the northen part of Jakarta is available not only the south but on the west as well (where I live), PLUS both south and west have better shopping malls! Please don't take this seriously because I am just being honest here OK! but for this one I would, sometimes culinary hunting could be challeging with a spoonful of heart!
Before I start showing you the photos, I want to personally thank Cita Cinta Magazine for giving me IDR 500k top-up cards to shop till I drop here! And if you're wondering, yes you're going to have to change your money to 'cards' to shop on every booth (except the wine and cheese where you're paying with cash!).
Look at that crowd! I was having freaking hot flesh! FYI their theme of this year is PASAR GAMBIR!


I must say that they were good with the decoration, it did feel like I was in a market, but it was a fun fun fun and filled with filthy delicious food!




FAVORITE! Martabak Kubang Hayuda (IDR 35k)

Tahu Isi (forgot the name, but it's on the same line as Tahu Petis Yudhistira) - IDR 7k each, they were pretty good!

MUST TRY - Sate Ayam Madura Blok S, they were so addicting, the sauce was just perfect and the chicken was tender and juicy with just the overall perfect balance of savory, nut flavor and that smoky aroma!


Martabak Kubang Hayuda (Haji Yusri Darwis)
IDR 35k
You can't say no to this Martabak Kubang and this one was a total must try! It's located just near the entrance. Technically it looked like normal Martabak, even smaller actually but what I love about this Martabak is that I could hint some spices I never really experienced on other Martabaks before plus you could hint some sweet notes, guessing it's from the beef, and oh don't forget how generous they were with the beef filling! One portion consist of the vinegar sauce but I simply like it just how it is or traditional Indonesians, with chili sauce! Yum!

Mie Ayam Dahlan
IDR 18k (with meatballs and dumplings)
To be honest I was not convinced of the flavor, I was just ordering this because I love noodle but how good noodles can be, and surprisingly this was a little more than how I expected. The noodle had this soft-chewy texture with decently seasoned chicken, I must say they're pretty generous with the chicken chunks but what really live up the flavor was the chili! I saw the cook put only a little chili (probably half tea spoon) but it was so freaking spicy!!!


Bakso Rusuk
IDR 28k
If the previous dish surpassed my expectation then this one honestly was below my expectation, I was expecting that savory beef broth for the soup but turned out the soup was more like a 'soto' soup for me, the rusuk however was quite tender and the meatballs were fluffy and chewy.

Nasi Goreng Babat
IDR 35k
One of my personal favorites of the day is this dish, the fried rice was cooked almost perfectly along with the spices (tasted very close to Kebuli) and the babat (beef tripe) was given generously and I adore how they managed to cook the tripe to be very soft, lean, in a way like juicy fats! One thing missing, if they serve it with one sunny side up then my score for this will be 9.5!

Nasi Ayam Goreng Mercon
IDR 24k
The presentation and the 'elements' of this dish might be simple, deep fried chicken with rice but the main highlight (and supposed to be) was the Mercon chili, it's called "Mercon" or in english, firecrackers, because it was so spicy and hot it explodes like firecrackers and boy it was! I am not a big spicy food person but I love getting into the challenge and this one turned out surprisingly good, no matter how spicy the bloddy chili was, it wasn't overpowering the whole meal.


Seblak Basah
I still don't get this food, it's the first time for me trying Seblak, Aline ordered it and she told me it was actually crackers or keropok, I honestly thought it was kwetiau just like how I honestly think you think it was right? Admit! Turned out it did had that kwetiau texture and tasted like one! The flavor was in between savory and spicy, you could also add in 'kencur' if you want :).

Hainan Bebek Panggang by Bebek Sedap Wangi
IDR 38k
Another favorite alert! The duck was cooked to perfection with crispy coating, tender meat and seasoned lightly. The rice was cooked in chicken broth and it was also pretty good in both flavor and consistency.

Sate Padang Ajo Ramon
IDR 28k (+5k for cassava chips)
This food probably needs no more introduction as it's probably one of the most famous sate padang in Jakarta, but if you haven't heard of this, then say hi to Sate Padang Ajo Ramon! The meat was so tender but the overall dish won't be a shit without the sauce! That yellow-red sauce was the key to delicacy, I could hint spices like turmeric, cumin and they all were nicely balanced! Having this with their cassave chips was even a smarter idea as it added contrast to the whole plate.

Lontong Kikil
IDR 35k
Omagaaaasssh this one was super to me! The soup man, it was just one hell of a perfect beef-bone soup with lovely seasoning and the kikil was soft, smooth, juicy and chewy (FYI kikil is the soft-bone part of cows legs). A little observation and this one was actually very simple dish but deadly delicious. I really want you guys to order this for the goodness sake!

Es Roti Panggang
Initially wanted this but eventually skipped this because of the long queue and forgot at the end!!! So mad!

Es Jelly Pluit Sakti (Es Acen)
IDR 30k (depending on what you order)
Looking at the long queue I was wondering how this tasted like and I was in need of something cold and fresh on the freaking humid day. Okay, this was a total savior because it was cold, freshing, fruity (fond of the soup) and sweet but to be completely fair, it was nothing THAT special for me, just something I would buy on a very hot day but probably not something that I crave for.


Es Duren Sakinah
IDR 30k (large)
I am a sucker for durian and there's no way I would skip this (plus the durian aroma suffocated me in a good way) and boy I didn't make a wrong choice, this was really good, prefer this to Es Acen actually, the Durian was generously given to the coconut milk and milk soup, typically I don't like milk but they managed to make the milk on a mild level while leaving the durian flavor to stand out! The fruit itself was creamy, some they already made on this 'cream' texture...addicting!!!

Teh Botol Sosro
IDR 3k
Short to say, quick refreshing recharge!

Night view of the Kampoeng Tempo Doeloe, shit I wanna go back here if I have time :(.

Captured these lovebirds, they just got married.
Apparently 500k might be just a little too much, especially if you go alone, but thankfully I have my dear blogger friends to share these blessings with and in total, we didn't spend as much as we get and we're full before we're bloated! Talk about gratitude. I would say to really be 'full' and if you're a family with two children, then IDR 300k-IDR 350k should be enough.

Valuable tips you might want to consider: DO NOT WEAR BLACK (like those two above LOL!), do not wear thick outfits or sweatshirts (again like those two above, JUST KIDDING LOL), wear something comfortable, wear sunscreen if you care about your fair white skin, prepare more cash (if you want to shop for wine and chesse or if in case you're planning to surf more), be patient and learn to be one! If you love taking photos like me, then bringing your camera won't hurt, especially so many interesting items to shoot here, esp. the food!

You might want to come before lunch time to secure yourself from the insane crowd or if you really care about sitting down while you're eating.

No matter how humid the place was, the packed the venue was, it was sincerely an AMAZING experience seeing so many people's enthusiasm when it comes to Indonesian food, it might be tacky, but it honestly did touch me, especially looking at the crowd during the night from above, just when I realized there was indeed so many people supporting local food, sometimes it's not about the business, it's about the excitement, the love, and the support for your root that counts...and I'm happy :').

I HOPE KAMPOENG TEMPO DOELOE WILL BE HELD EACH AND EVERY YEAR. It was such a rocking event! I LOVE THE FOOD, I LOVE BEING THERE, I LOVE BONDING WITH THE CROWD AND I LOVE THAT I DON'T HAVE TO SPENT ANY MONEY!!! Jokester.

Thanks to you, whoever was the founder behind this genius idea, you will be loved! and again, thanks to Cita Cinta for the vouchers!

Kampoeng Tempo Doeloe at Jakarta Fashion and Food Festival
La Piazza, Kelapa Gading Mall Jakarta
Sentra Kelapa Gading, Jl. Boulevard Kelapa Gading Blok M
Kelapa Gading, Jakarta Utara 14240
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Opening Hours: 10 AM - 11 PM
Price Range: IDR 18k - IDR 50k
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Bet this particular event needs no more introduction, it's like one of the most famous and happening culinary events in Indonesia and has been around the scene for years since 2005. I came to their event last year in Gelora Bung Karno and it was super packed with people and of course...delicious treats!

Whenever I travel, I feel like I am good enough in showing how beautiful a country is and this post got me excited because this time I am showing you the beauty of my own beloved country, INDONESIA! Specifically on its culinary scene! Now this you have to emphasize.

Okay, to be completely honest, my family has been a consumer of Bango for a long long time, it's just that the branding and of course the quality stick with me and family, it's just the perfect soysauce to make "Semur" or "Nasi Goreng" (fried rice) or possibly everything!

This year, Festival Jajanan Bango 2014 was held in Parkir Timur Senayan and of course, this was an event worth coming and sweating for, just when the gate opened at 9AM sharp, people have been queueing the whole time just like the scene when you’re watching those fanatics with their favorite idols, only this time, at least they didn’t sleep over on the road. This year happened to be no exception, it was super duper crowded! Let’s put it this way, when will you have the chance to try a lot of delicious Indonesian food with friendly prices if not here? I barely spent A LOT! Everything was just delicious... cheap but definitely doesn’t cheesy.

Nuff yakking! PHOTOS!


Uh-maze-ment! Impressed by people's creativity to turn something that's supposed to be useless to a complete useful! Let's all go green!

...and they were honestly not bad.

My favorites must the "Sunlight" umbrella and "Kecap Bango" luggage.

 I went to this event exactly few hours after I landed to Jakarta from London, was a long flight, and I happen to re-learn something, Jakarta was so freaking humid my man! I barely even sweat in the UK, but somehow I kinda miss the sun but after loads of people packing the whole area, I almost felt like I wanted to faint!

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Main stage, this show was supported with live performances from local celebs and traditional acts!
There were around 65 booths ready to serve you the best of Indonesia’s authentic feast heritage from western to eastern part of Indonesia, well that’s actually their theme of this year and what’s the point of coming without actually trying? Such a waste.

From the western part of Indonesia, you’ll find famous names like: Mie Aceh Sabang, Sate Padang Ajo Ramon (like CRAZY GOOD fyi), Soto Padang Hayuda and Martabak Kubang Hayuda. From the central part of Indonesia, you’ll find Tengkleng Klewer Ibu Edi Solo, Sate Jamur Cak Oney Yogyakarta, Sate Klatak Mak Adi Yogyakarta, Nasi Pindang Pak Ndut Semarang, Oseng-Oseng Mercon Ibu Narti Yogyakarta, Mie Kocok Mas Edy Cirebon, Tahu Tek Telor Cek Kahar Surabaya, Lontong Balap Pak Gendut Surabaya, Nasi Goreng Kambing Kebon Sirih Jakarta, Nasi Ulam Misjaya, Nasi Uduk Ayam Goreng Haji Saman Jakarta, Soto Tangkar Haji Achmad Mochtar Jakarta, Bubur Ase “Bang Lopi” Betawi, Bebek Kaleyo (SO GOOD, didn’t try it here but tried it straight at their outlet), Gudeg Asli Jogja & Ayam Goreng Kalasan Ibu Laminten (also another bomb!), and last but definitely not least, from the eastern part of Indonesia, you’ll find names like Sop Konro Depot Makassar, Ikan Parape Tradisional Nenek Moyang, Soto Taliwang Bersaudara, Ayam Bakar Taliwang Bersaudara, Ayam Bakar Bali Qui, and Dapur Mama Thia (owned by Indonesian celebrity Cynthia Lamusu). Okay, lots of choices causing me dilema, which ones did I happen to choose? Wanted to try everything but I have limited space of tummy!!! Here they were...

Tahu Tek Telor Cek Kahar Surabaya
IDR 20k
Why I chose this? Well simply because I am such a craze when it comes to Tahu Telor! (egg and soya beancurd). Something that’s actually very simple, kind of easy to do it at home and of course with cheap ingredients! History said that this particular brand already made its way to fame and fortune since 1960 and has been one of the most famous local brand for Tahu Telor in Surabaya. Presentation and flavor wise. LOVE IT! If you haven’t had Tahu Telor before, well technically inside you’ll find slices of rice cakes, soya beancurd, fried potato and all mixed together with egg and pan fried. SO GOOD! Everything was cooked perfectly, the eggs were crunchy without being over-burnt and the soya beancurds were so smooth, what makes everything better was the peanut sauce and the crunchy crackers (so bloody Indonesian).  This was a 20k worth spent!

Soto Kudus Pak Kauman
IDR 20k
Soto is one kind of Indonesian food served with soup (could be chicken or beef) and each area has their own way of presentation. This one happened to be one of my personal favorites, the broth was so fragrant and tasty! I just learned that apparently they served chicken’s liver with Soto Kudus, talk about knowledge being expanded! If you demand rice + soup, this could be a great choice because most Soto Kudus do have rice inside the soto... in a nutshell, another 20k worth spending!



For every purchase of food or desserts here, you'll get one coupon worth one pocket of Bango soysauce pouch size, kind of good deal actually, and for every five collected, you can redeem with one shot at photobooth with printed photo to take home. 

Nasi Campur Bali
IDR 20k
I was expecting more about this particular dish because I actually found this a little dry and plain, but one thing I did love that totally kicks off the whole thing was their Sambal Matah, seriously one of the yummiest Sambal Matah, if they could gave a little something-something to the overall flavor, this could be really good.





Risol Setan Tanah Abang
IDR 10k
As in for the snacks/appetizer, this one is certainly a must try! I LOVE THIS ONE, this one was again...very simple but the flavor was just oozing especially that light nut sauce dressed all over the Risol, as for the filling, you'll find minced chicken, potato and carrot. Best part? For only a freaking 10k you'll get three pieces, so risolable! (not even a word).



Es Duren Teh Iteung
IDR 12k
Usually anything with durian could be pretty expensive but this one for IDR 12k, I got two big chunks of Durian and I kinda like the soup, very light with durian flavor infused and guessing a little coconut milk. Recommended.
I really don't understand why some people don't like durian, probably just as confusing as why I don't like cheese.

The wafer was made from banana and you could have it as much as you want!

 Es Teh Sari Wangi
IDR 3k ONLY!
Needs to description!

And some others...
Tahu Petis Yudhistira, wanted to try this but the long queue scene got me tired already, this was probably the one with the longest freaking queue, it’s amazing how people were so commited with soya beancurds LOL.


Nasi Goreng Kambing Kebon Sirih Jakarta
I have eaten this before and this was pretty decent, the overall flavor was tasty and the mutton was given pretty generously, maybe I was just lucky.

I ordered around 5 courses plus one dessert and guess what? I only spent less than a freaking IDR 100k! Cheap as hell! Tummy's happy too!

EATANDTREATS GUIDE TO FESTIVAL JAJANAN BANGO 2014!
Ladies and gentlemen, it's important that you read the following list of eatandtreats guide to Festival Jajanan Bango 2014!
- Dress for comfort
Trust me, there is NO point of showing up looking all dolled up, you'll probably ended up having melting flesh and fading makeup, because the venue was outdoor and totally humid, so dress for comfort and if you want to put on some make up then put a natural light one, this suggestion came from my sister who happened to visit the event on the same day.

- Bring an umbrella
Again for the same reason, HUMIDITY! If you bother about your fair skin then I guess you should bring one, bringing the umbrella is to also prevent you from the pouring rain, just in case.

- Prepare cash
Cash is THE ONLY payment method here so before heading to the event, make sure you have some cash with you.

- Bring your camera
This may not the must do, but it's never wrong to document potentially happy moments :D.

Well I hope that this event will be held each and every single year and I suggested that they created it for a few days instead of "one day event", just because I am a living witness of how people were so excited for this kind of event! Indonesian food may not be the most photogenic out there but flavor wise, I am pretty sure that they will lie on the “top notch”, if not... “the best” lists. It’s just that if people care so much about Indonesian food getting recognized and deserve a recognition, they do need a lot of support, especially from the Jakartan themselves.

It’s an everyday proof that western themed restaurants are dominating the scene right now, step your feet at PIK or Senopati or Panglima Polim of wherever that is the so-called hotspot right now, and you’ll see French restaurants, Western restaurants, Italian restaurants, dessert places, I wouldn’t lie saying that I don’t like them, I love them for some reasons, but also for some reasons, those Indonesian food deserve a worldwide recognition!

What I am doing right here might just be the tip of the iceberg (in a good way), but I am happy to put on this effort!

In case you miss the event in Jakarta and you happen to be in these cities, here's to another chance for you to join the crowd! *cheers*.
MAKASSAR // 24 May 2014 – Fort Rotterdam
&
MEDAN // 7 June 2014 – Lapangan Benteng

Thank you Kecap Bango for creating such event, that’s very... genius of you!

...and hereby, yours truly want to declare...
I AM INDONESIAN AND I FREAKING LOVE INDONESIAN FOOD!
Check out their Website, Facebook Page and Twitter Page for more info!
STAY HUNGRY AND DON'T WASTE YOUR TUMMY WITH BAD FOOD!
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