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Mamak Kitchen: A Fusion of Singaporean, Malaysian, and Thailand Cuisine

Opened in the mid of 2013, the restaurant is serving a fusion of Singaporean, Malaysian and Thailand cuisine

12/23/2024

A Taste of Sweden and Beyond: Dining at IKEA Kota Baru Parahyangan

Portuguese TartChocolate Mint TartBeef Hamburg SteakVeggie SaladCinnamon CakeWhen you think of IKEA, the first thing that might come to mind is furniture. But IKEA Kota Baru Parahyangan in Bandung takes it a step further with its delightful menu offerings that provide a mix of Swedish classics and local flavors. On a recent visit, we explored a variety of dishes and desserts that highlighted IKEA’s approachable take on casual dining.A Delightful...

12/22/2024

A Bagel Lover's Haven: Exploring Bagelicious in Bandung

Cranberry Cheese Bagel Jalapeno Cheese BagelBandung has always been a city filled with culinary surprises, and its newest addition, Bagelicious, is here to take your taste buds on a flavorful journey. This bagel shop has quickly gained popularity among locals and visitors alike for its fresh, creative, and delicious bagels that cater to every craving.A Feast of FlavorsBagelicious offers a delightful variety of bagels, each with its unique twist....

12/21/2024

A Taste of Comfort: Bakso Malang Enggal Bandung

 Hearthy Bowl of BaksoWhen it comes to comfort food, nothing quite beats a warm bowl of bakso (Indonesian meatball soup). On a recent visit to Bakso Malang Enggal Bandung, we indulged in a hearty serving of their signature dishes, and it was a culinary experience that brought both nostalgia and satisfaction.The SpreadThe table was adorned with plates of golden fried meatballs, perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. These fried...

12/20/2024

A Culinary Journey at Hakata Ikkousha: A Feast for Ramen Lovers

Chicken KaraageYakiniku RamenIf you’re a fan of authentic Japanese cuisine, especially ramen, then Hakata Ikkousha should be on your must-visit list. This celebrated Japanese ramen chain has gained a loyal following for its rich flavors, premium ingredients, and inviting atmosphere. Recently, we had the pleasure of dining at Hakata Ikkousha, and it was an experience worth sharing.A Flavorful SpreadThe meal began with a plate of golden-brown, perfectly...

12/19/2024

Rediscovering Flavor: A Fresh Start for Jejakrasa

Hello, dear readers of Jejakrasa, and a warm welcome to new friends who are just discovering us! 🎉After a long hiatus, we’re thrilled to bring Jejakrasa.com back to life. We’re Aswin and Alia, a husband-and-wife duo with a shared love for food, storytelling, and exploring the vibrant world of flavors. Since our last post in 2015, life has taken us on many adventures that temporarily paused our blogging journey.Now, with renewed passion and fresh ideas, we’re ready to rekindle the spark of Jejakrasa. What began as a space for sharing recipes and...

11/05/2015

Cafe at Dago Endah Golf Course, Bandung

Balls Up! One of the latest hobby that Aswin picks up over the past few years is playing. Although not routinely (because lets face it, golf is still considered as premium sport in this country), he tries to play it as often as he can. One of the main gimmicks when playing golf, for Aswin is the ability have nice meal after playing golf. As a pro golf player food blogger eating enthusiasts, he always finds it hard to avoid a...

11/04/2015

TwoCents, Jalan Cimanuk, Bandung

For a while we are searching for the right time to visit this coffee vendor, but with hectic schedules that we have, along with the crowded people that came to TwoCents makes our visit delayed over time.  Until one day, one of our cousin, ask to meet Aswin for business development consultation. We propose to meet up here. Their design is very warm and intimate. Perfect for meeting or a session of quiet reading. They also incorporated a unique...

11/03/2015

Sumeragi, Authentic Japanese Cuisine in Setrasari

We found this place by coincidence when we are looking to grab something to eat for dinner in Setra Sari area. The place itself is designed very Japanese, with all of the ornaments and simplicity that you often found in a Japanese restaurant. The place itself has their own bar, with several table in the first floor, but for us, we really enjoy having our meal in the second floor. The situation is somewhat more intimate and warm. The menu that we...

11/02/2015

Baso Bintang Avon, Buah Batu, Bandung

Disclaimer: We love noodle! With that in mind, we present you: Baso Bintang Avon. For us, we believe that this vendor can be considered as one of the best Yamien vendor in Bandung. The broth is not quite thick, as Akung, but it is certainly not as mild as Sam's. So, if you are happened to be in the southern area of Bandung, and need a quick snack or lunch or dinner, then this is the place to go. Enjoy! Baso Bintang Avon Jl. Buah Batu No. 1 Bandung Phone: +6222...

11/01/2015

Baso Tahu Lina, Sawah Kurung, Bandung, Indonesia

One of the plenty hidden gems in Bandung. This Baso Tahu vendor is well hidden in the southern area of Bandung city. With the taste as great as their counterpart vendors in Bandung, as well as their competitive price, we believe that Baso Tahu Lina will become one of the favorite culinary destination in Bandung. Enjoy! Baso Tahu Lina Jl. Sawah Kurung Bandung Baso Tahu Lina ...

10/31/2015

DeHaPe Foodcourt, Dalem Kaum, Bandung

The Invitation On April 2015, we were invited to the press conference for the opening of DeHaPe Foodcourt in Dalem Kaum area, Bandung. We were excited to attend this press conference, because as far as we know, there are only handful of restaurant/ foodcourt that are available in the area. The Press Conference During the press conference, there are various representatives from several blogs, and also from news...

10/30/2015

Missing in Action!

It is been a while (too long?) since we post in this our beloved blog. Actually, there are several things that has happened while we are away. We have traveled to United Kingdom, Malaysia, and Singapore respectively, while also going to Central Java to visit Semarang and Jogjakarta. On life, Aswin has (finally!) managed to survive his challenge and fulfills one of his many dreams of becoming a PhD in Science Management. After that, another good...

12/26/2014

George Town Curry Chicken and Dalcha (Contributed Article from Ruben Juliarto)

This posting is contributed by Ruben Juliarto, our beloved friend and regular contributor for Jejak Rasa. Thank you and look forward to hear about your next article contribution bro! On 21 August 2014, I visited Penang Island aka George Town. The Cityimpression was very good. The city is clean, many historical buildingsand town squares were well preserved. I enjoyed my one day trip thereand delicious Indian dish in Little Indian square.During lunch...

12/20/2014

Woontoon Pork Noodle (Contributed Article by Ruben Juliarto)

This posting is contributed by Ruben Juliarto, our beloved friend and regular contributor for Jejak Rasa. Thank you and look forward to hear about your next article contribution bro! I bought woontoon noddle pork near Ayutthaya train station before Ileft Ayutthaya for Nongkhai. The price was 35 Thai Bath or about 1 USdollar. The noddle was served with woontoon, sliced roasted pork,vegetable and radish. I thought that 1 US dollar was not too expensivefor...

12/19/2014

Khoopat or Fried Rice in Thailand (Contributed Article from Ruben Juliarto)

This posting is contributed by Ruben Juliarto, our beloved friend and regular contributor for Jejak Rasa. Thank you and look forward to hear about your next article contribution bro! On my transit at Dongdok station, Vientiane, I was very hungry so Iwent to food stall to order food for lunch. The stall owner offeredkhoopat which is fried rice in Thai language.  The price tag is 15kLaos KIP (almost equal to 35 Thai Bath or 4 Malaysian Ringgit)For...