On the Independence Day, 17 August 2026, a new expression of Indonesian dining arrived in the heart of Yogyakarta as ROSO Restaurant Yogyakarta opened at Grand Hotel De Djokja with a seven-course dinner that brought together chefs from Bali and Java.
ROSO Restaurant Yogyakarta sets within the heritage building of Grand Hotel De Djokja
Chef Ketut Gede Arya Prima Udayana and Chef…
Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta is marking its 64th anniversary with Ādi-Kartā, a month-long programme that looks back at the enduring vision of Indonesia’s first President, Sukarno, while inviting guests to experience the hotel’s cultural legacy through art, gastronomy, and family activities. Held throughout August 2026, the celebration reflects the role the historic property has played since…
The island’s culinary traditions take centre stage once again as Padma Resort Legian introduces its new Bali Heritage Afternoon Tea, a destination-inspired experience that reimagines the classic ritual through the flavours, stories, and produce of Bali. Launched in June 2026, the offering is available daily with a minimum one-day advance reservation, price starts at IDR 635,000 for…
Inspired by the ancient Silk Road, Seta at La Festa Phu Quoc is a refined celebration of culture, craftsmanship, and Chinese-Cantonese gastronomy. Here, contemporary design, authentic flavours, and timeless traditions converge to create an immersive dining experience where every detail invites guests to slow down, savour, and discover.
In Italian, Seta means “silk”, a graceful reference to the…
In the emerald highlands of Payangan, where mist drifts through the jungle and centuries-old traditions remain woven into everyday life, Anantara Ubud Bali Resort is inviting travellers to experience Bali beyond the familiar. From 22 to 24 July 2026, the luxury retreat unveils Wings & Roots of Payangan, an immersive three-day programme that celebrates the island’s living…
Discover Taiwan's teahouse culture: Follow the tea leaf, from an organic farm in Pinglin to the fog-draped teahouses of Jiufen and Taipei’s quietly radical new wave, to discover that what holds the tea matters just as much as what’s in it. Text by: Stephanie Zheng
Tea preparation at Jioufen Teahouse, with guests participating in a hands-on…
The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud Bali holistically blends wellness treatments and local wisdom for discerning travellers.

