My family have been drinking two glasses of water right after waking up for as long as I could remember. I was told that it should literally be the first thing you do, even before you actually get up from your bed. The key is to put the water on your bedside table the night…
This tamarind soup or what’s the local would call ‘sayur asem’ tastes sour, sweet and slightly spicy. Most of the time, it’s being served in Sundanese restaurants as a side dish, but is also well-known in Jakarta. It is made of various kinds of vegetables but it is famous for featuring gnetum/ melinjo, a plant…
This Thai restaurant in Grand Indonesia Mall looks promising. It reminds me of my favorite food ‘TomYum’, and I think that’s where the name is derived from. They also have a nice representation from the outside with a friendly bystander welcoming you. However, I might sound totally bold when I say that my experience of…
The awareness of financial literacy seems to be growing, even among the youngsters. We understand its importance, but often enough we are not sure where to start. Investing in properties or land can be very expensive, and it is absolutely hard to achieve by those who just entered the workforce, or are still in school.…
Minimalism too often intertwines with zero-waste lifestyle. I haven’t been there yet but some steps have been taken to reduce my waste when it comes to food consumption. I love eating and it’s safe to say that it is one of my main sources of entertainment. In fact, not buying any clothes is a lot…
This is a small cafe that can hold only about 30 people. Conveying a very nostalgic effect, the place was built in 1946. The building is very classic with elegant sofas arranged close to the curtain. It has a warm chocolaty color with a little sparkle from the mirror and flatware. This is the perfect…
One reckless financial decision is enough to affect one’s life both in the long term and short term. It’s complex and overwhelming. Yet, many are still not equipped to make an informed financial planning. A large number of our young adults will fail a basic financial test. In Indonesia alone, a data from National Literacy and…
Using wheelchair and crutches give me a glimpse of what it feels like to be a disabled in Indonesia. I only have a short-term condition where I can probably walk again in 6-7 weeks, but for many people, it’s their reality. One of the most noticeable thing is that people stare at you. You are…
Why I don’t Want An Indonesian Wedding
If you have ever been invited to an Indonesian wedding, you will see that each ethnicity group has different wedding ceremony, dress, food, and traditional dance. It is intriguing seeing the graceful dancers pave a way for the groom and bride to make their artistry entrance. You can see the headpiece (wedding crown) sparkles as…
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