Traditional night market at the Hyatt

YOGYAKARTA: Inspired by other traditional night markets, the Yogyakarta five-star Hyatt Regency Hotel is offering a Night Market program every Saturday evening in an effort to promote traditional arts and performances.

It features various traditional performances such as Jathilan and Ramayana ballet, traditional handicrafts as well as local cuisine like satay, soto Kudus (clear chicken soup), jagung bakar (grilled corn), nasi gudeg (rice served with various side dishes) and wedang jahe (ginger beverage).

Yogyakarta Hyatt Regency's PR Manager Wishnu Handoyo said the hotel's Kemangi Bistro Poolside would be the site of the market, as it was also designed in such a way as to give the nuance of the real traditional night market. Visitors can have their food and drink in a modest stall, known here as warung kopi, or enjoy the night sitting on the floor in a lesehan style.

Those with supersticious inclinations, may also consult a traditional fortune teller, who will be available. -- JP