NOW! Jakarta

01/10/2025

👋 Nord Anglia School Jakarta invites you to learn what makes their school such a special place this October at their upcoming Open House!

Here’s what you need to know:

📅 Thursday, 9th October 2025 | 09:00 - 11.00

📌 at NAS Jakarta (Jalan NIS 1, Cilandak)

During the session, you’ll have the opportunity to:
✔ Meet their Principal, Rosy Clark
✔ Learn about the curriculum and admissions process
✔ Join a Q&A session
✔ Join a campus tour and experience learning with their teachers and students

Don’t miss this opportunity: sign up today!

For more information, please contact:
📧 [email protected]
📞 +62 811 9727 979

27/09/2025

📯 In the latest addition to our 'Buku Betawi' article series, writer Sari Widiati shares the magical expression of Tari Cokek.

Tari Cokek (cokek dance) represents a rich cultural journey rooted in the traditions of the Peranakan Chinese community in Tangerang, Banten province, and Jakarta.

Once a sacred ritual performed in temples, this dance has evolved into a vibrant social and artistic expression that continues to reflect Indonesia’s dynamic multicultural spirit.

Read the full story here: https://www.nowjakarta.co.id/tari-cokek-a-cultural-fusion-of-dance-and-heritage/

26/09/2025

🇮🇩🍴 If you've ever wondered why Indonesian food isn't more globally known, this new government campaign might change that:

The Ministry of Tourism proudly announced the official launch of Wonderful Indonesia Gourmet (WIG), a bold new initiative designed to position Indonesia as a world-class dining destination.

🍚 Indonesian cuisine has gained growing international recognition in recent years. In its latest rankings, TasteAtlas placed Indonesian cuisine at 7th in the world and first in Southeast Asia, with six Indonesian cities listed among the 100 Best Food Cities.

The programme, under the direction of the Minister of Tourism of Indonesia, Ibu Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, represents a strategic shift in culinary tourism, building upon but moving beyond traditional food promotion to spotlight Indonesia’s sophisticated and ever-evolving dining scene.

Read the full story here:

The Ministry of Tourism proudly announces the official launch of Wonderful Indonesia Gourmet (WIG).

19/09/2025

🇨🇱 It’s your last chance to experience Chile Week at COPA Restaurant!

COPA restaurant at 25hours Hotel Jakarta is bringing the Andes straight to the city through their collaboration with the Embassy of Chile, celebrating the country’s Independence Day with food, wine, and culture that transports diners straight to the streets of Santiago and the Chilean coast.

This is an experience that goes beyond flavour, weaving together tradition, craftsmanship, and story.

Until Sunday, guests can enjoy daily Chilean specials paired with award-winning Montes Alpha wines, one of Chile’s most celebrated wineries credited with putting the country on the global wine map.

Seats are limited and bookings are essential. Reservations can be made via WhatsApp at +62 817 0372 8888.

19/09/2025

Long before government policies discouraged single-use plastic bags, the people of Papua had embraced sustainability through their everyday use of the noken.

The noken is a traditional, multifunctional knitted or woven bag from Papua. But for locals, the noken isn’t just an eco-friendly carrier; it is deeply embedded in their cultural identity and life values.

Among mountain tribes such as the Yali, Lani, Dani, and Damal, it symbolises peace, fertility, and the promise of a good life.

Papuans traditionally hang the noken from their heads, using it to carry everything from crops and firewood to groceries—and even babies. In recognition of its cultural importance and uniqueness, it was designated as a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

To bring the craft and philosophy to the wider community, two sisters founded Ki.Basic, a social enterprise empowering Papuan women through tradition and craftsmanship.

Read the full article here: https://www.nowjakarta.co.id/ki-basic-carrying-culture-weaving-meaning/

18/09/2025

🎲 On the rise in Jakarta and other major cities are an interesting neighbourhood and community addition: board game cafes and spaces.

What was once reserved to the dining room table and Sunday evenings has now been brought to the forefront of social gatherings.

We explore the expansion of board games outside the home as well as share a few of our favourite places in the city where you can create your very own hotel ‘Monopoly’, settle islands in ‘Catan’, or decipher secret ‘Codenames.’

Read the full article here: https://www.nowjakarta.co.id/jakarta-boardgame-cafes/

17/09/2025

🏡✨ Step into a new level of luxury at BRANZ Simatupang!

A premier luxury residence crafted through the collaboration of Japan’s leading developer, construction firm, and management company.

At BRANZ Simatupang your dream home becomes a reality!

🌿 Pet-friendly, spacious gardens where your furry friends can stretch their legs
🌴 Tropical outdoor pool + outdoor Children’s Playground for endless fun 🔥
📚 A Dedicated Library & Gym, because who says comfort and wellness can’t go hand in hand?
🛏️ Beautiful, spacious bedrooms crafted for the ultimate relaxation
🗺 Prime access to top schools & on-site essential services with exclusive discounts for residents

🔑 Prime location: Easy access to everything you need, such as top schools, shops, and essential services.

✨See why BRANZ isn’t just a place to live, it’s the lifestyle you’ve been waiting for: https://branz-simatupang.com/

15/09/2025

🌎 World Wellness Weekend is calling, and Fitness First Indonesia is hosting a BIG celebration!

Get ready for a day full of sweat, smiles, and sunshine and join them at Beach Pool Ancol (near Symphony of the Sea)

🏃‍♂️ Fun Run by the Beach | 06.00 AM
💃 Zumba by the Beach | 06.30 - 07.30 AM
🧘 Yoga in the City: Flow in the Sunset | 15.30 - 18.00

Open for members & non-members.
⚡ Spots are limited, grab yours and come flow together: https://www.fitnessfirst.com/id/en/2025-wellness-weekend-Jakarta

15/09/2025

🍽️ From legendary street eats to more experimental fares, Jakarta’s culinary culture is a serious contender.

Yet while individual venues often shine on their own, the city as a whole has yet to make the leap into being recognised as a global dining destination.

Our Southeast Asian neighbours have successfully marketed themselves as food destinations, like Bangkok or Singapore.

Penang is said to be up-and-coming, building upon its reputation as a heritage food destination with an evolving contemporary dining scene.

So, what’s the secret sauce and why haven't we found it yet?

We talk to Kevindra Soemantri, acclaimed Food Writer and restaurateur, on what Jakarta needs to do to be put on the global food map: https://www.nowjakarta.co.id/jakarta-as-a-global-dining-destination-whats-missing/

10/09/2025

🎨 Color My World: A Celebration of Young Creativity 🌈

Join the Tutor Time Global Open House 2025 on Saturday, 13 September and step into a world of creativity at the Art Exhibition, where their little artists’ masterpieces celebrate diversity, imagination, and expression. 🌍✨

Bring your family, explore the learning spaces, meet their passionate teachers, and don’t miss their exclusive one-day promos available only during the event! 💡💙

📅 Save the date: 13 September 2025
📲 Book your spot via WhatsApp at http://wa.me/6281389461648

09/09/2025

🌋 Sometimes identity isn't about finding your place—it's about creating space for all the places within you.

In "A Gentle Eruption," Carissa Finneren writes through the beautiful complexity of living in-between: mixed Indonesian-American heritage, scattered memories, and the quiet moments that shape us. From childhood popsicles to deeper reflections on belonging, her debut work unfolds like the volcanic process she describes, gentle at first, then impossible to stop.

For Jakarta's international community, so many of us navigating multiple cultures and identities, this feels like essential reading. Sometimes the most profound journeys aren't about arriving somewhere, but about honouring all the places we carry within us.

Read the full article here:

In her debut solo work titled “A Gentle Eruption,” Carissa Finneren writes through where memory and emotion unravel in the search for home.