Take Your Pick
Special oysters from Nadaman
Starting from Oct.15, 2005, Nadaman will serve very special oysters that have been freshly caught from Hiroshima and Miyagi in the Japanese pacific Rim.
Japanese Oysters are a seasonal delicacy and a very famous dish in Japan.
This oyster is rich in three substances that are considered to hold the secret of longevity: zinc, chromium and selenium.
Nadaman will serve this oyster authentically in Kaki Chawan Mushi (oyster with steamed egg custard), Kaki Nabe (vegetables), Kaki Tempura, Kaki Furai or Kaki Kamadaki (steamed rice) at prices starting from Rp 60,000 (US$6).
The restaurant opens daily during lunch (11.30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner (6 p.m. to 10.30 p.m.).
Nadaman, Shangri-La Jakarta Phone: (021) 570 7440
-- The Jakarta Post
Irresistible break-the-fast dining
For those who want to experience extraordinary breaking-of-the-fast dining, an offer of Break Fasting Buffet from the Mulia Hotel is irresistible.
The five-star diamond hotel offers a wide selection of delicacies, from the traditional fasting sweets to quickly satiate the hunger, to sumptuous main courses.
Main courses comprise local, Asian and international dishes. Various tantalizing desserts are also available.
Moreover, the Cake Shop offers an array of enticing and exotic desserts -- pastries, cakes and chocolate -- from the islands of paradise, Hawaii.
Mulia Hotel, Jl. Asia Afrika, Jakarta Phone: (021) 574 7777
-- The Jakarta Post
Get relaxed, try Spa Borobudur
After stressful office hours, tired professionals can find relaxations to release their tension and ease their minds.
The five-star Borobudur Hotel offers the best choice for such relaxation. It is Spa Borobudur.
Spa Borobudur is a day spa set in lovely surroundings. It offers a variety of treatments such as Yon Ka facials, Soin Purete (acne treatment), Hydra essence and eye treatments at affordable prices.
Foot reflexology is also popular. This service can be given indoors or at the poolside.
Borobudur Hotel, Jl. Lapangan Banteng Selatan, Jakarta Phone: (021) 380 4444
-- The Jakarta Post
Break-the-fast at Nikko
Some like it cold and sweet to break their fast, but others may like it hot. You will relish the after dusk meals from Nikko Hotel's menu.
In celebration of the Ramadhan fasting month, the hotel offers Break Fasting Buffet at Rp 120,000 ($12) per person.
The main course is a combination of chicken, meat, fish and seafood, vegetable and rice. Fresh fruits and pudding are available for dessert.
While savoring the food, guests can also enjoy the Arabic tones and ornaments around the hotel.
Prices are subject to 21 percent of government tax and service charge.
Nikko Hotel, Jl. MH Thamrin No.59, Jakarta Phone: (021) 230 1122
-- The Jakarta Post
Human creation in artwork
Three artists will display various art works, including paintings, sculptures, drawings and installations at an exhibition titled RIPE: Harvesting Meaning From Motherhood.
The artists are Christine Cocca (United States), Mella Jaarsma (Netherlands) and Deborah Nolan (Canada). They live and work in Indonesia.
The exhibition that takes place at Bentara Budaya Jakarta will run from Oct. 7 through Oct. 16.
The works to be displayed are about human creation from the perspective of mothers.
Although they do not collaborate, their works reflect their artistic interaction and creative partnership.
Bentara Budaya, Jl. Palmerah Selatan No.17, Jakarta Phone: (021) 548 3008
-- The Jakarta Post