Jakarta

Rijsttafel - The Crown Jewel Of The Indonesian Cuisine

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Dec 2003 15:30:18 +0000

The Indonesian cuisine is a rich and complex blend of many cultures. Chinese, Indian, Arab, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese and British influences have influenced the development of the country's...

Discount Airlines of Asia

Anonymous — Mon, 09 May 2005 07:55:02 +0000

Dozens of low-cost airlines have been launched recently in Asia, transforming the continent's travel landscape. Here is a list of them...

Keris - Is it merely a sword?

Anonymous — Thu, 02 May 2002 19:04:31 +0000

The keris is synonymous with the Malay culture and way of life. The double-edged dagger is unique because it is only found within the Malay Archipelago. The keris is a dagger unique to Southern...

Recipe: Nasi Kuning - Indonesian Yellow Rice

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Dec 2003 15:44:02 +0000

Serves 10 to 12 3 cups rice, rinsed 3 cups coconut milk 2 cups water 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh lemon grass 4 bay leaves 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon,...

No Feast Lasts Forever

Anonymous — Thu, 26 Feb 2004 08:21:18 +0000

Title: No Feast Lasts Forever Author: Madame Wellington Koo with Isabella Taves Publisher: Quadrangle/The New York Times Book Co., 1975 ISBN: 0812905733 Details: hardcover, 6 1/2" x 9 1/2", 313 pages,...

Sojourn In The Big Durian

Anonymous — Sun, 15 Apr 2001 01:37:56 +0000

Of the many sobriquets tagged to Jakarta, "The Big Durian" is an apt metaphor. The thick and prickly skinned, football sized, fetid smelling fruit yields a fleshy meat thought by some to taste...

Traditional Chinese Medicine in Indonesia

Anonymous — Sun, 21 Jan 2007 16:07:08 +0000

Chinese medicine stores retain their lure in Indonesia...

Recipe: Sambal Kacang - Peanut Sauce

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Dec 2003 15:32:50 +0000

Makes about 1 1/2 cups of sauce A popular sauce served with satah and gado-gado, it goes well with all grilled meats and vegetables. 1 cup raw peanuts, lightly fried for a few minutes, then finely...

Making for the Hills

Anonymous — Wed, 07 Jan 2004 04:03:56 +0000

I remember exclaiming with awe when I woke up in Simla (or Shimla, as it is often spelled and pronounced) and stepped out of my room to view the landscape, which I had been unable to see on the...

Recipe: Perkedel - Meat and Potato Patties

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Dec 2003 15:37:12 +0000

Serves 4 3 cups mashed potatoes 1 cup finely ground bread crumbs 1 cup ground meat 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup very finely chopped celery 1 medium onion, very finely chopped 2 cloves garlic crushed 2...

Recipe: Sambal Iris - Vegetarian Condiment

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Dec 2003 15:34:14 +0000

Makes about 2 cups 2 medium onions, sliced in thin strips 1 large tomato, finely chopped 1 medium red hot pepper, cut into thin strips 1 small hot green chilli, cut into thin strips 4 tablespoons,...

Recipe: Pisang Goreng - Banana Fritters

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Dec 2003 15:45:10 +0000

Serves about 8 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 egg, beaten 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Oil for frying 4 large ripe bananas, peeled and halved lengthwise, then cut into 2 to 3 inch...

Recipe: Gado-Gado - Vegetables With Peanut Sauce

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Dec 2003 15:35:59 +0000

Serves 8 to 10 1/2 pound extra hard tofu, diced in 1/2 inch cubes, then slightly fried in a little oil until they begin to brown 2 cups very paper-thin sliced or grated carrots 1 cup shredded cabbage...

Recipe: Sateh Ajam - Broiled Chicken

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Dec 2003 15:38:31 +0000

Serves about 8 2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into thin strips 5 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons peanut oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons fish sauce 1 teaspoon chilli powder 4 tablespoons...

In Search Of Old Jakarta

Anonymous — Sun, 24 Dec 2006 22:11:34 +0000

Sunda Kelapa now, as in pre-colonial days, is a truly Indonesian port. A visit to its ancient docks is a treat not to be missed...