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LUNE CROISSANTERIE MELBOURNE: THE BEST CROISSANT I'VE TRIED SO FAR!!!

It was back in 2016 where I had Lune for the very first time and that particular experience was a bliss, that very first bite introduced me to the best croissant that I've had in my life, even beating the one that I had in Paris. It was sensational, the kind of experience that I had to repeat, and glad I did on my latest trip to Melbourne last week.

Anyway I guess you kinda know from the opening that this is going to be a positive review! Posting this on my blog is almost mandatory so yeah...
Planned to blog about my first experience to Lune but I lost my external hard drive last year to a bitch who borrowed and never return mine so short to say all photos from my trip to Australia two years ago are now gone *sad*, but anyway let's not focus on that, instead this.

I heard from my Melbournian friends that Lune initially started off as a small hole-in-the-wall bakery before opening the larger Fitzroy outlet in 2015, part of me kinda wished that I had actually queued there during the early days of Lune (my friends actually queued since 5 AM in the morning) but I think I am often lucky with queues as I never queued for Lune from the two visits (lucky timing I guess).
Lune opens at 7:30 AM and closes at 3 PM daily, but on super busy days, most pastries can be gone (sold out) by 10 AM, if I am not mistaken I arrived around 1 PM that day and most of the items were still available.

The Fitzroy outlet is so spacious, almost like you're in a bakery lab with minimalist design, open kitchen concept and freshly baked aromatic pastries lingers all over the shop.
First timers should indulge on their original Croissant (AUD 5.5) aka the number one best selling item here, not the cheapest for croissant but quality wise, awesome! The croissant has this incredibly flaky and crunchy coating, also so buttery and aromatic that your senses almost play together on each bite.

I also love the hint of salty & savory from the croissant, just so addicting I couldn't stop munching damnit. I didn't have each of everything and chose to stick to the classic original and Almond, my friend had the Pain au Chocolate and it was not bad, but not out of the world good. They also have Coconut Pandan, Sticky Date Pudding, Shaker Lemon Pie, assorted Cruffins, some savory pastries like Ham & Gruyere, Reuben and if you're lucky the seasonal Macadamia & Salted Caramel Croissant.

Pain au Chocolat

Almond Croissant - AUD 8.5
If the texture of the original croissant is already that good, the extra crunch from the almond and the powder sugar sweetness just elevated that, AUD 8.5 is not cheap when it comes to a single croissant but for once in a lifetime experience (which I doubt will be the one and only), I freaking would! The jam was flavorful and so generous (maybe even too generous), altogether sinfully delicious!
Short to say, still is THE BEST croissants I've ever had in my life, not the cheapest but worth the incredible rave, after all mastering the art of croissant is not easy too, it needs special skill, diligence and patience. Bravo, Lune!

Lune Croissanterie Melbourne
119 Rose Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065
Victoria, Melbourne, Australia
+61 3 9419 2320
Opening hours:
Mon, Thu, Fri: 7:30 AM-3 PM
Sun-Sat: 8 AM-3 PM
Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Average spending for two: $15
Dresscode: casual

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SISTERFIELDS JAKARTA - PIK AVENUE

NOW THIS IS SUPER EXCITED!!!!! The long awaited Sisterfields Jakarta is opening this Saturday, March 10th 2018 at PIK Avenue and yours truly got the very first exclusive preview of this uber famous Bali cafe and I am actually typing this post here as we're still having a meeting for the grand opening (and I happen to be one of the host). Do note that this wouldn't be a full review of the restaurant as the restaurant's still doing some construction (posted the progress on my Instagram Stories) and perfecting the food, this was a private food tasting session and I'd like to give you guys the sneak preview of some of my favorite dishes and what you can expect here, including some new menus that's only available in their Jakarta outlet.

Sisterfields is located at the PIK Avenue Sephora lobby! 
Interior progress, it's not final yet so expect to be impressed by the time they're done, but what I can tell you at the moment is that they're still keeping the root of their flagship outlet design which is still minimalist, modern and industrial, only their PIK outlet is that, then you double the minimalist and modern vibe, they also have this bar area in the middle where guests who desire casual fun can sit around and drink some of their signature cocktails!
They're currently using Siblings coffee to supply your coffee needs here. I can legit tell you that I love their coffee, soft balance and smooth aftertaste, watch out for their CHEESE TEA too!
 They're pretty confident with their cocktails here and one of the signature here is their 'East Side' (not in the picture), it's refreshing with a hint of cucumber and elderflower!
I have been an avid fan of Sisterfields for a long time, I think it was in 2014 when I first visited their Bali outlet and up until now (and hopefully on), it's one of the busiest cafes in Seminyak, Bali, to the point where the group actually introduced Bo$$man (the burger cafe) and Bikini (a must visit) too, well really no wonder as the food is generally nice, beautifully presented and they're also creative with their new menus! I know you guys are probably wondering what to eat here so let's cut to the chase and actually check out the food that I had just earlier today! I tried so many earlier today but I decide not to put everything in and I'll point out some of my favorites! 

Price range for the food starts from IDR 50k-180k, and drinks around IDR 20k-60k, more for cocktails.

Lamb Shoulder & Pearl Barley Salad - IDR 140k
Normally not the biggest fan of lamb but this one was an exception for sure, the lamb was fresh, not stinky and the elements in this dish works well with one another, talk about play of flavor and texture, you got cranberries, cucumber, pistachio, pomegranate and yogurt! YUM!
Vietnamese Poached Chicken Salad - IDR 95k 
This one's so fresh, so flavorful, spot on seasoning (uber love the coconut cream dressing), crunchy fresh vegetables, textured rice for texture and of course, generous shredded chicken!
Crispy Chicken Drumettes - IDR 65k
Another one that I like for the spot-on seasoning and perfectly crunchy chicken! Anyway since they make it more to Asian style, you should know that this consist of shrimp paste with spicy mayo combo for the sauce.
Polenta Fries - IDR 75k
This is my regular order everytime I go to Sisterfields Bali for the healthier alternative to truffle fries LOL. Can't compare this to truffle fries as both as totally different, and quite frankly I don't know if most of you are going to like this, but personally for me, their polenta fries are always beautifully cooked, thick, and the Truffle Aioli sauce was a beautiful pair, along with the little bit of tangy and sourness infused.
Sisterfields Dirty Burger - IDR 110k
I remember vividly that this was the very first meal that I ordered on my very first visit to Sisterfields and apparently my love for it hasn't changed! Still one of the best burgers you can find in Seminyak, the patty was so tender, aromatic, nicely seasoned and topped with generous cheese and onion rings, a simple-classic that's spot on delicious!
 Chashu Pork Neck Ramen - IDR 125k
This is the menu that's currently ONLY available at their Jakarta outlet, it's refreshing to see a ramen dish on the menu and to me, this kinda works! First of all, the ramen's not meant to be all wet, soupy like typical Japanese ramens, but the serving comes with this rich broth. The noodle's more to the Soba kind, and the ramen's consist of 63 degree sous vide egg, crispy enoki, chasiu pork neck, puffed pork skin, and kale furikake. The pork neck was SOOOO tender, flavorful, and the texture (firmness) of the soba was pretty good, then you got that crunchy texture play from the crispy enoki and pork skin. I was honestly a bit skeptical but turned out accepting this more that I thought I would.
Spicy Salmon Poke Bowl - IDR 120k
ONE OF MY NEW FAVORITE MENUS and a legit must order! I know you might think that it's a tad too expensive for IDR 120k but I can assure you that they're using premium Norwegian salmon here and the quality does not lie: it's super fresh, smooth and silky! Inside you'll also find edamame, avocado, seasoned sushi rice, wasabi rocket, toasted sesame! The spicy mayo, soy gel sauce had this wonderful balance that I like, it's not overly spicy, and playful on my palate!
Oxtail Gnocchi - IDR 125k
Even though I expected the gnocchi to be a tad denser and firmer, the braised oxtail ragu was beautiful! So perfectly cooked, so tender, so nicely seasoned, altogether the kind of savory goodness that I like.
Pancakes and Raspberries
For all the sweet tooth in Jakarta, Sisterfields Jakarta is bringing their selections of tempting looking homemade cakes to the display and hopefully on your table! The cakes are available in slices or as a whole. Prices for sliced cakes start from IDR 55k-65k and whole cakes from IDR 575k-600k! I didn't try each and every cake here (since I was so full from all the food!!!) but I seriously like their Carrot Cake (like so good and so moist), Chocolate Cherry (the one in the middle), and Vanilla Rose (white cake)
 Lemon Raspberry Almond and Caffe Mocha
 Must try: carrot cake!!!
That's it, the brief review of Sisterfields Jakarta! I will definitely go back to make a full review of the restaurant and will update this post with the updated look and menus! Thank you guys for reading!

Sisterfields Jakarta
PIK Avenue
Jl. Pantai Indah Kapuk
Penjaringan, Kamal Muara 
Jakarta Utara 14470
021 - 2251 0427
Opening hours: 8 AM-10 PM
Average spending for two: IDR 300k
Dresscode: casual


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COCA COLA PEACH

If you've read the first part of my Japan winter trip, I mentioned there that a ton of you requested me to do a review on the Suntory Clear Milk Tea (anyway should I write a single blog post just to review it?), and the next day the post's uploaded, even more requested me to do the review on the Coca Cola Peach which happens to be Coca Cola Japan's newest release and when I was there it was just being released for a few days! Call it the bliss of lazy days without the 'ambitious' subtext, I was lucky that I accidentally found it on a random Seven Eleven when we were strolling Shibuya! I went to various 7/11, Family Mart and Lawson when I was in Japan but now that I think about it as I am writing this post, out of let's say 20 convenience stores that I went to, that time I think only 3 stores which carries this Coca Cola Peach, maybe the distribution was not even then, but I believe you can easily find it now!

First of all, let's start with the lovely packaging, it's so simple and I love the play of pink & red color with the fizzy peach details, still rings Japan and peach to me without appearing cheap. There are two retail sizes available: 280 ml (115 yen), and 500 ml (140 yen), the one that you're seeing on this blog post is the 500 ml.
Let's cut to the chase because I believe you guys wonder how this tastes, flavor wise, I think I will always stick to the original Coke, that's legend, this one is certainly not bad but really nothing special, you still get the original Coke flavor only with this light peach flavor to it, or if you want a more 'to-the-point' description then for me, it really tastes like the combo of 80% Coke + 20% Fanta, anyway I used to mix Coke and Fanta a lot when I was younger, who else did the same?!
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VALENTINE'S DAY DINNER JAKARTA 2018 - ROMANTIC RESTAURANTS IN JAKARTA

Is it really another February on another year? Wow.

Call this the month of love or whatever your illusion is telling you but I just want to keep it damn real, I believe everyday is a blessing and needed to be grateful at, but each month is just the same month, I do like July and December best tho! July because it's where my birthday is (sometimes I even think that birthday's nothing special) and December because I love the spirit of Christmas in my heart, even though reality is the Christmas vibe in Jakarta is lacking spirit by time.

I believe you should grow love each and everyday in your life, not necessarily because it's freaking Valentine's day and you act like you have this burst of love this month. I might previously open this blog post with sweet-sweet words but lately I just want to keep it real, and by time I've learned that nothing in this world that's stronger than the power of love, and when I say love I don't refer to the love for your partners, but as simple as that little act of kindness like helping others, the love for friendship, relatives, your parents and more.
To love is being kind, and truth is sometimes no matter how kind you are towards some people, some might just want to take advantage of you or take you for granted in the first place, but your anger should never be the reason why you want to stop being nice, otherwise you've changed. I'd take being happy than cool any freaking time.

The list this year is going to be a little different (and a little shorter), some of the restaurants that have previously lasted on the previous Valentine list sadly have to go this time due to the inconsistent performance, not that I don't tolerate that but I feel like some names are more deserving this time. I carefully selected ones that surpasses my standard: romantic vibe, terrific food and service quality and ones that I've visited more than once. As usual, this is NOT a ranking list, list will be sorted based on alphabetical order.
For the new lovebirds who has just started their love story, I wish you guys nothing but the best of love.
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MD Place Building M fl.
Jl. Setiabudi Selatan No. 7
Jakarta Selatan 12910
0877 - 7227 - 8325 / 2966 9272
Average spending for two: IDR 1 mil
Dresscode: smart casual
If you ask me to name my top 5 favorite steakhouses in Jakarta, AB Steak is what I have in mind for that list. This restaurant is well known for their impressive range of dry aged steaks but cater premium cuts as well! Be sure to check out their Flat Iron from the premium selection and dry aged Porterhouse! I love pairing with various homemade salts (my personal favorite is Truffle salt), and dipping sauces!

AKIRA BACK
MD Place Building/Penthouse, Level 12
Jl. Setiabudi Selatan No. 7 (near to Four Seasons Jakarta)
Setiabudi, South Jakarta
021 - 2904 0777 / 0857 7778 8777
Average spending for two: IDR 2 mil for two
Dresscode: smart attire
For numerous times, Akira Back has proven its customers why they deserve to be on top of their game. It might be the only 5 restaurants in Jakarta that are so consistent that it never disappoints. I like how they often play around with their Japanese cuisine root, be creative with it add in a little fusion here and there without losing their identity. Food's perfection, service's top notch. I literally don't know what else to say about Akira Back.
The Plaza Tower, 46th fl.
Jl. M.H. Thamrin Kav. 28-30
Jakarta Pusat 10350
021 - 2992 2448
Mobile RSVP: 0859 3992 2799
Opening hours:
Lunch: 12-2:30 PM
Dinner: 6-10:30 PM
Average spending for two: IDR 2 mil
They're one of the newest kids on the block, a newly launched steakhouse on the list, and at the moment I really think AB Steak and Altitude Grill is the two that's going head to head, but of course, one has their own preference when it comes to what they fancy better between the two. Akira Back has a good range of dry-aged steaks while Altitude Grill is mostly about premium cuts (and guests can indulge on their buffet dessert station (with IDR 150k) extra). Hard to decide which one I love more between the two, I guess they're both good, slightly different, but overall AB Steak is a little cheaper than Altitude Grill

ATTARINE
Jalan Gunawarman No. 11
Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta Selatan 12110
021 - 2277 1256
Opening hours:
Sunday - Wednesday: 11 AM-4 PM, 6 PM-11 PM
Thursday - Saturday: 11 AM-4 PM, 6 PM-1 AM
Average spending for two: IDR 400k
Dresscode: smart casual
I remember having this special Omakase for dinner and enjoyed every single one of it from the amuse bouche to the dessert! Unfortunately I am afraid that their Omakase was seasonal so I am not sure whether you can have it for Valentine's Day but I believe they should come with something special for V-Day (so check out their social media channels for more details), but if you're curious with their existing Mediterranean menus then they're actually pretty nice too! Read my review of Attarine to guide you in ordering the food here, but one thing for sure their whole fish is something special! It's THAT good, meant to share and affordable!

BISTECCA
18 Parc Place Tower C - GF
Jalan Jendral Sudirman Kav. 52-53
SCBD - Kebayoran Baru
Jakarta Selatan 12190
021 - 515 1660 (reservation is highly recommended)
Opening hours: 11 AM-1 AM
Average spending for two: IDR 1 mil
Dresscode: smart casual
Bistecca is a relatively new steakhouse launched by the fabulous UNION group and it has gained quite a fanbase. The UNION group establishments have always been either good or very good and their consistency and persistence are probably the main reasons why I am such a fan. The romantic vibe shines at night and the fancy American club lounge interior of theirs just made the setting the perfect fit for romantic dinner just like the movies. Dining in Bistecca is not cheap, but they do have good steaks to cater your palate, and do make reservations, their waiting list is a bit crazy at times.

Jalan Senopati No. 88 (beside Cacaote)
Senopati - Jakarta Selatan 12190
021 - 7211 468
Opening hours: 11 AM-11 PM daily
Average spending for two: IDR 300k
Dresscode: none
Gioi (read: joy) is one of my most favorite restaurants in Jakarta at the moment, and it's one of the serious ones in Senopati (and to be frank not many in Senopati), and when I say 'serious' I mean it reflects from the food, service and everything in a package (aka restaurant), and honestly their homey venue is super . Gioi serves Indonesian cuisine with a twist and what not to miss is surely their highly famous Fried Duck (or if you can't eat duck go for their grilled chicken), Salmon Lodeh and Sate Lilit!

LE QUARTIER
Jl. Gunawarman No. 34
Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta
021 - 7278 8001
WEBSITE
Average spending for two: IDR 1 mil
Dresscode: sporty casual
When someone asks me about the best "fine dining" restaurant in Jakarta, my mind often instantly directed to this particular restaurant. Le Quartier is the classic type of how a beautiful fine-dining restaurant should look like! It looks like one, food tastes like one, top notch service and for me, the price tag was still relateable. The interior had this beautiful Victorian look with romantic ambiance, and even more at night. What to order? Of course their steaks, pan fried barramundi or if you fancy chicken, Butterfly Roasted Chicken. Been here three times and purple heart, everything that I've had here was superb.


Lyon
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Jakarta 2nd fl.
Jl. M.H. Thamrin - Menteng
Jakarta Pusat 10310
021 - 2993 8888
Opening hours: 11:30 AM-2:30 PM, 6 PM-10 PM
Average spending for two: IDR 2 mil
Dresscode: smart casual
Short to say, Lyon is a very recommended restaurant and one of the leading French dining restaurant in town at the moment. Food is cooked to perfection, attentive service, they bring friendly into fancy without leaving what class is.

Oku
Kempinski Hotel (Hotel Indonesia)
Jl. M.H. Thamrin - Menteng
Jakarta Pusat 10310
021 - 2358 3896
Opening hours: 11:30 AM-2:30 PM, 6 PM-10 PM
Average spending for two: IDR 1 mil
Dresscode: smart casual
When it comes to impressive Japanese restaurants in town, Oku is surely one of the top players in the game right now! I think I love everything about Oku really, the food, the interior of the restaurant, the attentive service, but I think it has to be the food that's making me go back for more! What I love here? Aburi Salmon Roll, Truffle Gyudon, and the Chicken Karaage that I never had elsewhere before. Aside from this list, Oku is certainly one of the best restaurants in Jakarta, period!

ORIENT 8 AT HOTEL MULIA JAKARTA
Hotel Mulia Senayan Jakarta
Jalan Asia Afrika Senayan
Jakarta Selatan 10270
021 - 574 7777
email: info@hotelmulia.com

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Average spending for two: IDR 1 mil
Dresscode: sporty casual
If you’re looking for something grand, in terms of venue, food and ambiance with very classy and expensive feeling to it, I suggest look no further to either Orient 8. Orient 8 is made for the eye, your palate and your stomach. The food in Orient 8 is nothing to worry about: extensive French cuisine that's available in pretty good range and supported with top notch service and beautiful music surrounding the area, because when you know that a brand as magestic as Mulia is backing you up, you can rule the world. Won’t say much.
PLATARAN MENTENG
Jalan H.O.S Cokroaminoto No. 42
Menteng, Jakarta Pusat 10350

021 - 2962 7771
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Average spending for two: IDR 1 mil
Dresscode: sporty casual
When it comes to my personal pick for the best Indonesian restaurant in Jakarta, the pace that I had in mind to think of one name is flash-like and Plataran Menteng is totally deserving! I love everything about this restaurant: it being one of the classiest looking and one of the best designed (and of course supports that romantic Valentine vibe), food is always on point delicious, service too. How can one just not love Plataran, particularly Plataran Menteng.
SAINE DAISE
Jalan Mandara Permai VII Blok 6 KA (beside Legend of Noodle)
Pantai Indah Kapuk, Penjaringan
Jakarta Utara 14470
021 - 3005 1662
Opening hours:
Sun-Thu: 11 AM-11 PM
Fri-Sat: 11 AM-2 AM

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Average spending for two: IDR 300k
Dresscode: casual
If you're looking for a place to have awesome romantic dinner without the need to spend too much, then Saine Daise is the perfect place to consider and comes with such great quality as well. The food here has this very little (or almost none) chance to disappoint your palate as I personally know the owners and how they always try to maintain the upmost quality of the ingredient before actually serving the food to the tables. Another thing that I like about Saine Daise is the fact that it's not too spacious, but it's so pretty and simply designed (almost a Modern-Victorian touch) making you feel comfortable dining here while still managed to have a spare for intimacy and privacy with your partners.

VIEW Restaurant
Fairmont Hotel Jakarta 3rd fl.
Jl. Asia Afrika
Senayan, Jakarta Selatan 10270
Average spending for two: IDR 2 jt
Dresscode: sporty casual
One visit to View and I knew right away that no one does it like View at the moment, they treat food like art here: beautiful presentation that one might expect to see at Michelin star restaurants, the composition of the food is also thoughtful yet they still paying good details at what matters most: taste and flavor. I remember vividly my dinner here and frankly had nothing negative to say, I enjoy the harmony from the beginning (Amuse Bouche) to the closure (dessert). View is seriously one of the strongest restaurants in Jakarta at the moment and deserve to be more appreciated and acknowledged!
Well, I hope this list could help you in deciding where to go on this year's Valentine's day. I gave you the best of the best options some might be very pricey and will cost you a little fortune, but that's not the point of this post, I want you to always remember that you need to be real and stay true to yourself, don't poor yourself just for the sake of making your favorite person happy, Valentine specifically or love in general is beyond that and hopefully you're with someone who wants to stick with you for what you are.

Valentine's Day is still 14 days away, keep your eyes on this list because if I happen to go to a good romantic restaurants I will definitely add and update! Feel free to recommend me some if you have some you know where to find me (below)

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