The Longstanding Comfort of RM Pak Tardja
More than five decades on, RM Pak Tardja remains a familiar stop thanks to its straightforward, comforting beef soup and satay.
Nearly Seven Decades of Ayam Goreng Buni
A family recipe passed down through three generations, sustained by the diners who continue to return for it.
The Dish That Built Ayam Tauco Dian Jaya
An unlisted menu item born from a customer's request became the signature that continues to define this neighbourhood stall today.
At Sate Putri Hanjawar, Lamb Satays Arrive Just as Imagined
From a village in Puncak to a bustling corner of Dharmawangsa, Putri Hanjawar brings a long-standing family recipe to Jakarta.
At Bakso Ikan Teochew, Fishball Noodles Come with Simple Steps
Bakso Ikan Teochew in Gading Serpong not only offers fishball noodles, but also a lesson on how best to enjoy the dish.
40 Years On, Pondok Safari Still Serves Cantonese Makassar Staples
Since 1984, Pondok Safari in Grogol, West Jakarta, has been serving Cantonese-style Makassar dishes even before many in the city are familiar with the food.