Food & Drink

Bali is one of those culinary paradises which can satiate even the most varied tastes. For lovers of halal food, finding appropriate restaurants should be quite in order. Especially if you are a resident or a tourist, knowing where to find halal options definitely improves one’s experience on this island. What is Halal Food? The […]

Indonesia’s culinary scene is rich with flavour and diversity, and its traditional snacks are no exception. Often called jajanan pasar or market snacks, these treats are found in traditional markets across the archipelago. They are made from everyday ingredients such as rice flour, glutinous rice, coconut milk, banana leaf, and tapioca, forming a key part […]

Seblak, a Sundanese speciality from Bandung, West Java, has quietly travelled beyond Indonesian borders and is now making waves in Thailand. Known for its spicy and savoury kick with the distinctive aroma of galangal (kencur), seblak has long been a comfort food in Indonesia. Traditionally made from crackers boiled with garlic, cayenne pepper and galangal, […]

Wait, a theatre show… while you eat? Yes, that’s exactly what “Tanda Tanya?” offers. Social Expat team was delighted to be invited and experienced Tanda Tanya? the Jakarta’s first Theatrical Dining Experience. And honestly, it’s one of the most mind-blowing dining experiences in Jakarta right now. It all set inside Copper.30, a sleek restaurant space […]

A recently resurfaced video of British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay tasting authentic rendang in West Sumatra has gone viral on social media, reigniting pride among Indonesian viewers. On Monday (8 September 2025), the TikTok account @natgeotv posted a flashback clip from the programme Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted, showing the renowned chef sampling an array of traditional […]

American content creator Sonny, better known by his YouTube channel Best Ever Food Review Show, turned heads during his recent visit to Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan. The Minnesota-born host, whose real name is Will Sonbuchner, spent the day exploring Banjar culinary traditions, and one dish in particular caught everyone’s attention: Ketupat Kandangan. Rather than just tasting […]

Eating by Hand: The Art of Eating Without Cutlery in Indonesian Culture In many parts of Indonesia, eating with your hands is not only common but is also a respected cultural tradition. Despite the presence of spoons, forks, chopsticks, and other modern utensils, many Indonesians still prefer to use their hands when dining. This practice […]

When Jakarta’s heat calls for something indulgent yet refreshing, Osteria Gia answers with sunshine on a plate. This August and September, the much-loved Italian restaurant at Plaza Indonesia is serving up something special: a limited-time seasonal menu titled “Italian Summer Feast”, and it’s every bit as dreamy as it sounds. Tapping into the soul of […]

A group of British Royal Navy soldiers recently found themselves in a new kind of challenge, taking on the bold flavours of nasi kapau, a traditional West Sumatran dish, during a visit to a Padang restaurant in Jakarta. The moment, shared by content creator Laurence Benson, captured the soldiers’ enthusiastic (and occasionally fiery) reactions to […]

On Friday, June 20th, 2025, Social Expat got an invitation to attend the launching of Jittlada Group product at Orasa’s Agora Mall, Thamrin, Jakarta. On this occasion, we witness the delectable Thai cuisine that served special by the Thailand Chef, named Chef Ton. Orasa’s, widely acclaimed as one of Jakarta’s finest Thai restaurants, has officially […]