Do you believe in chances? This morning, I was looking for a place for breakfast while waiting for a doctor appointment. Chance brought me to my new favorite corner in Gandaria, Jakarta Selatan: Cartea Book & Bistro. “Cartea” means book in an old Romance language. True to its name, Cartea…
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Banten and West Java
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Bakmi Qiu Qiu BSD: Do These Popular PIK Noodles Deliver?
Our latest Bakmi saga in BSD brought us to Bakmi Qiu Qiu. It originates from Pantai Indah Kapuk. The BSD branch is conveniently located at Ruko Greenwich near my running route at the Mozia loop. Bakmi Qiu Qiu BSD was fully packed on a Saturday morning. We were lucky to…
Banten and West Java
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Our Experience at Bakmi Oukie Sudirman Gading Serpong
The name Bakmi Oukie sounds familiar. It is a famous noodle house from Pontianak, Kalimantan, with several branches across Jakarta. When a new Bakmi Oukie Sudirman recently opened, a natural question arose. Are they even related at all? That morning, we decided to give Bakmi Oukie Sudirman a try. Its…
East Java
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Best Breakfast Spots in Surabaya: Local Favorites & Hidden Gems You Must Try
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before exploring Surabaya. From generous portions of local favorites to hidden gems tucked away in narrow alleys, these three breakfast spots are well worth adding to your itinerary. The Heaping Plate of Nasi Campur Depot Tambak Bayan The towering portion of their iconic…
East Java
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Depot Gang Djangkrik: Surabaya’s Must‑Try Pork Noodles
We were hungry after a refreshing Sunday morning walk along Darmo Boulevard, and Depot Gang Jangkrik—just a short stroll from our hotel—quickly became our target for breakfast. The entrance to Depot Gang Djangkrik feels like a teaser trailer for the meal ahead. Hanging on metal skewers are glossy strips of…