I was browsing the vast selection of single-origin beans at Space Roastery in Yogyakarta when my eyes caught the Siko Village 2250. Its vibrant yellow packaging was impossible to miss. Taking a sip of the sample, I was hit by a wave of bright, zesty orange notes. Standing in the…
Banten and West Java
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Breakfast at HOH Kopitiam, Serpong
Every Sunday after church, I find myself on a silent hunt for the perfect place for breakfast—a place to let the morning linger over a strong cup of coffee. I had been searching all over Serpong for such a spot, unaware that HOH Kopitiam was tucked away all along, simply…
Banten and West Java
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Breakfast at Mie Aling 99, Melati Mas
Our ongoing saga to find the best noodles in Serpong recently led us somewhere we seldom go. Although Melati Mas isn’t far from home, there was never much to draw us to the area—until Mie Aling 99 entered the picture, practically calling out for us to give it a taste….
Banten and West Java
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Breakfast at Bakmi Thing’s Kelapa Dua
Capitalizing on a holiday just after the New Year, I decided to scout a corner of the city slightly off my usual beaten path. My friend and I were out on our motorcycles for a “Sunmori” (Sunday Morning Ride)—truly the ultimate way to navigate the city’s hidden veins and uncover…
Bali
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Breakfast at Good Soil Seminyak
Seminyak is famous for its relentless energy, parties, and endless rows of shops. Yet, somehow, Good Soil manages to carve out a peaceful sanctuary for itself, tucked away in a quiet area otherwise crowded with villas. It features a layout unlike any of Bali’s typical eateries. Almost the entire interior—from…