Kopitiam Tan

Kopitiam Tan is located in SCBD area inside the same lot as The Foundry No. 8, Beautika and Beer Garden. I went there after work while waiting on Jakarta's heavy traffic before the long holiday (fyuuhh...)

Kopitiam Tan is under the Biko Group which also established the Beer Garden. Just like any other kopitiam cafe in Jakarta, though I have to say Kopitiam Tan has more variety menu than just bread, coffee and other malay-chinese foods.

The interior is pretty spacy with dimmed lighting, good place to hang out with your friends while enjoying good snacks and coffee. But i was there for dinner so will definitely visit there next time for their coffee and various snacks menu.

Their menu selections!

They have so many menu to choose from, from all day breakfast, light meals, dessert, lunch and dinner. They also have many selections of beverages! YUM!

I chose "Mie Ajam Pandjang Oemoer" (35K) which was the typical "mie ayam" , taste nice and the noodles were good. My pals ordered Nasi Goreng Cabe Ijo (38K) and Sop Iga served with Nasi Pandan (around 60K) (love the nasi pandan!) and also their Pangsit Goreng Oedang Mayonaise (28K) with soft shrimp and veggie filling.

Great taste esp. for those who keen on SPICY stuff!

Pangsit goreng oedang

the RIBS!

They are doing very well for Kopitiam and definitely will go visit them back to try their other good foods and of course to try their coffee! :)

Kopitiam Tan 
Lot 8 SCBD
Jl. Jend Sudirman kav 52 - 53
South Jakarta
Phone: +6221 5150614 -15

Chiringuito El Kabron Spanish Club Review

Another Bali restaurant review, for this one I have to say maybe it wasn't just my luck that day.

EL Kabron Spanish Club is one really well-known hangout place currently in Bali. Famous for its amazing view because it is located up in a cliff with the view of spectacular Bali beach. We found some difficulties finding the place, of course we were guided by google maps. we went on uluwatu area and entered pecatu asri resort (new housing area in pecatu) the roads were looonngg, full of ups and downs and when we got almost desperate with our search we finally asked a hotel security guard, just to be told that the road  to El Kabron WAS here, but it was closed because of some hotel construction so we had to take the further way! (D'oh!)

Out form Pecatu resort, we went up again browsing the uluwatu area, it had been 1.5 hours, and finally we entered a very long and winding road full of serpentine track! Like when you go to Puncak from Jakarta only this time the road was smaller, among the bushes (Oh scary!) but I have this feeling that our struggle to find this restaurant will be worth it, so we kept on going!

Fyuuhh, after almost 2 hours ride we FINALLY found EL Kabron Restaurant which located in a very remote area of pecatu. When we got there, there were only three cars parked, so we kind of hoping the place for ourself :)

We stepped into the restaurant, but the waitress who supposed to greet us stopped us while she was on the phone talking (which I find a bit of rude by the way she stopped us) and another man greeted us and led us inside. I told him that we want to be seated outside for sunset, and he said that the outside area was being CLOSED due to raining whether (it was raining 20 minutes before we got there).

Okaayy, so we allowed to be seated inside and I saw a lot of "reserved" signed on almost all the tables inside. Okay since we were totally hungry we gotta ordered fast! But too bad I found the menu was a bit lack of variety (Cold tapas - hot tapas - paella - dessert), maybe Spanish food isn't really my thing :P

So we ordered finger foods instead of big ones, I thought we'll just have snack and enjoy the sunset view for an hour or so and head back to town. but to our more disappointment, there were no sunset that day because of the raining just stopped at around 4 :(

Gambas AL Ajillo 

PINCHOS DE TERNERA

We opted for Gambas Al Ajillo (75K) it was Prawns cooked in spicy garlic flavoured olive oil, hate to say that the prawns were fishy and not so fresh :(. Their pinchos de ternera (65K) were good though, it was Mediterranean herbs-marinated grill Australian beef sticks, the beef was tender and tasty. For snacks we opted for Croquetas De Marisco (65K) - Prawns and lobster croquettes, it was just okay for me and Mr. A.

Beside the mediocre food and not-so-great service, we gotta give El Kabron 5 thumbs up for its amazing view.

would be three times more amazing if there were a sunset view :)

They have such breath-taking view over a cliff, overseeing a great beach of Padang-Padang Beach. But they are surely need to improve their service and menu selection.
Service        : 2/5
Food Quality: 3/5
Price             : 3/5
Coming back for more? Not really :(

Chiringuito El Kabron Spanish Club
Jl. Pantai Cemongak Pecatu Bali
Phone: +62361 7803416
www.elkabron.com

Gourmet Cafe

So, I just got back from my 4 days vacation in Bali. Got some food reviews tag along with me :) So here's one of 'em.

I always love breakfast! For me and Mr. A, it was our favorite meal of the day. So when knowing to be in Bali for 4 days, we managed to find some reviews on Bali best breakfast. From Tripadvisor and by reading foodie blog, Gourmet Cafe is one of the recommended place to go. So we went there, and I'm glad we did!

It was simply a breakfast paradise! We were the only locals that time, so I guess that place is very famous among tourists. Whatever you want for breakfast was simply there. From Salad (DIY salad), Pastries, Sandwiches, American breakfast, Cakes, Gelato and ALL! We spent some time browsing their menu since we WANT them all! :)

Gourmet Cafe is part of Bali Catering Company, one of the biggest catering company in Denpasar. They serve an all day breakfast menu and give you opportunity to create your own salads and sandwiches.

Their selection of Cakes

Gelatooo!

Salad bar

deserts, coffee, tea and juices

various kind of pastries

We finally opted for The Big breakfast, plain croissant with butter & jam, Vanilla Cronut and try their homemade healthy juice.

Our BIG Breakfast! Yuumm..

The Big Breakfast (around IDR 65K) - Eggs any style with grilled Pork Bacon, Sausage, Baked Beans, Hash Brown, and Whole Wheat Toasts

Plain croissant served with butter & Jam (around IDR 10K)

Vanilla Cronut (around IDR 25K)

Their croissant is soft and really great! The big breakfast really did its job well, but I don't really like the cronut because the filling was too creamy for me, but all and all the food was great!

They also have homemade healthy juice and we were tempted to try it so we ordered the "Power Booster" and "Liver Detox".

Power Booster (around IDR 30K)

Liver Detox (around IDR 30K) -- Beet root, oranges and other fruits (sorry kind of forgot the details)

What more can I say about this place? Except that Gourmet Cafe is just the right place you wanna have for your breakfast or brunch!

Gourmet Cafe located in three area in Bali (I tried the one in Petitenget) adn open from 7 am - 10 pm.

Service        : 4/5
Food Quality: 4/5
Price             : 4/5
Coming back for more? Definitely!

Gourmet Cafe @ Petitenget

Jl. Petitenget 77A, Petitenget

Bali 80361, Indonesia

T: +62-361847 5115, 8095188

UNION Brasserie, Bakerie & Bar PIM

I'm going to review one of my favorite diner which also happen to be on of the 'Hippiest' hang out places in Jakarta. Its main diner first opened in Plaza Senayan. I went there for three times and those three times I have to get in the waiting list before I could enjoy my meals.

And once you get the table, the place would only give you about two hour and fifteen minutes to sit and hang out before you get kicked out! Lol. Yeaah it's a bummer! But still people still loovve to eat there.

About couple months ago UNION opened its second branch in Pondok Indah Mall Street Gallery (The new extension from PIM). And I just can't hold my desire to try the place :D

The new place is a lot more spacious than the one in PS *more comfortable also for me*. The place was really packed that afternoon. And of course, I still had to get on the waiting list before I could get a table for two, well it was only for 15 minutes, so it's okay. UNION PIM has indoor and semi-outdoor area, and it's all smoking area. So the non-smokers have to deal with that (Ugh!)

One of the things I love about UNION are their wide selections of bakery and cake, Esp. their CRONUT! :D So, on my visit in UNION PIM I (still had to) ordered their Cinnamon Sugar Flaky Doughnut. 

Cinnamon Sugar Flaky Doughnut (35K)

For the mains, I meant to try their pizza, but I'm curious with their Burger (so, pizza would definitely on my list for the next visit! :P) The Union burger (90K) served with fries, the beef patty was pretty thick but not that tasty. Well, it was a good one but nothing really special about it.

UNION BURGER, BACON, AGED CHEDDAR, FRIES 90. W/ FOIE GRAS (90K)

As for the beverages I tried their coffee and some refreshing drinks to complete my meals.

Mine was Fresh Lime Juice (25K) which was really fresh! and for Mr. A he opted for the Red Spinach Smoothies (55K) which a combination of Fresh Orange, Red spinach leaves, Cranberry juice, palm sugar and fresh lemon squeeze, it  was really refreshing for the sunny afternoon

UNION Brasserie, Bakerie & Bar

Street Gallery Terrace, Ground Floor

Pondok Indah Mall 1, South Jakarta

Ph: 021-29529781 - 82

Humming Bird Eatery

Last weekend I had lunch with my family after spending all morning shopping :D

We were just hanging around at Kuningan City and decided to had lunch there, we chose to try 'Hummingbird Eatery' that day.

They have a wide variety of menu selection for the main course. From Western, Pasta, Oriental (including Indonesian food) and pretty much side dishes and appetizer to choose from. That sunny day we opted for these foods:

Spicy Volcano Tuna (44.5K)

The Tuna comes with a very spicy taste, really suits my liking for spicy thing! The pasta was al dente, but the amount of tuna was as not much as I expected. The mozzarella cheese on top was a bit of a garnish, I can't really taste the cheese all over the dish. But all in all, it was a great dish and it comes with a pretty big portion! 

Mushroom Aglio Olio (54.5K)

 My mom ordered this dish, She liked it, tho' she said she liked my pasta more :D The pasta was al dente too, it served with some sauce (sorry forgot the name) so it's not really aglio olio for me, lots of mushrooms and topped with pan-fried dory. It was also came in a big portion and the dory will made your tummy even more FULL!

Oriental Fried Rice ( 36.5K)

 My dad as a very conservative man, always order fried rice no matter where he eats :P But I tell you what, This Fried rice is reallly good! Taste exactly like a hawker fried rice! Served with Ebi, shredded eggs and fried chicken and shrimp cracker. It was good!

Chicken Mushroom Quesadillas (42.5K)

I chose this as a side dish or appetizer, but this dish came in last after all our tummy full! So I only gave it one shot and had to take it home. It served with guacamole, salsa sauce and sour cream. The quesadillas filled with mozzarella cheese, mushrooms and diced chicken. IMO, the mushrooms filling was a bit too much. 

Orange Juice (18K)

As for the drinks I opted for Orange Juice, it was just a plain orange juice (not a fresh one). Just like any other juice you can find in the market.

Overall, the main course was good and the portion really suits Indonesian belly! The service also good. The price comes with a proper portions for the food. I say it's nice place to go for a lunch break at work or just to hang out with friends for a light meals.


Hummingbird Eatery
Kuningan City, 2nd Floor 
021-30056370

The Kronut Kingdom!

Welcome to the battle of Kronut! It was first made by chef Dominic Ansel in Soho, New York. The Cronut fever doesn't only stop in New York. It has been spread all over the world, including Jakarta.

The mixture of Croissant and Doughnut by Dominic Ansel
Source: Nymag.com

The craze in Indonesia is not as spectacular as it is in NewYork, where people need to stand in a long line to get their hands on this half croissant - half doughnut thingy. There are few places in Jakarta if you curious about this half croissant - half doughnut thingy.

One of the first bakery in town who made the breakthrough was The Mandarin Oriental Cake Shop by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Jakarta. I paid my first visit there three months ago. Well, I came innocently without knowing that I had to make an order first few hours before I could enjoy the Cronut. But God was on my side that day, because the time I went there there was a customer who canceled their order. So I could have the two Cronuts without ordering them first :) Lucky me!

I ate them right after unboxing the cake, and my oh my. It was melted right thru my tongue! It as Delicious!! The cream filling, the texture and the crunchiness from the top layer. Oh I was in love at the first bite!! :D

IDR 24.000

Mandarin Oriental Cake Shop

Phone: +62 21 29938888

Address: Jalan Kebon Kacang Raya, Jakarta

After few months, I heard that some other cake shop and cafe in J-Town starting to serve Cronut. So I took a visit at the two places, UNION and PUBLICO.

These pictures below were Union's Cronut (They don't put the name "Cronut" in their menu, but just ask the waiter at the bakery right in the front of the cafe entrance). They have some flavors for the cronut, but I only tried one, it was the classic one I guess. The filling wasn't as creamy as The Mandarin Oriental Cronut, but the top layer was crunchier and its was sprinkled by cinnamon sugar. (Well, I like Union's cronut more! IMHO)

Accompanied by Nice and Hot Hazelnut Latte. Perfect tea time menu. 

UNION Brasserie, Bakery & Bar

Phone: +62 21 57905861              

Address: JL. Asia Afrika No. 8

               1st Floor Unit Sogo, Plaza Senayan

In Publico, they also served two - three flavors of cronut, I did try the chocolate one. You have to order them first like two - three hours before you can take the cronut. The Chocolate cronut was more of a creamy bread. I can't really taste the 'croissant' in it, so it was more like a chocolate cream doughnut and a bit too sweet I guess. Maybe the other two flavors are better, I'll definitely going to try 'em next time.

PUBLICO
Address: Jl. Senopati Raya 65,Kebayoran Baru
Phone: +6221 52964960
www.rystgroup.com