Gado Gado In A Jar – Freshness On The Go
Now, this is a brilliant idea! You can prepare your Gado Gado ahead of time by layering it in a…
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Blend, Bosan, Bau
Deze keer hebben we Nicky Boot aan tafel: oprichter en creatief directeur van The Blend Within. Een sociale onderneming waar…
Top Indonesian Eateries in Europe
Europe may be far from the Indonesian archipelago, but the continent is brimming with spots that bring the…
I’m Jeff Keasberry, author and storyteller dedicated to preserving Indo-Dutch cuisine.
I share family recipes, cultural stories, and traditional flavors that connect generations.
From classics like Gado-Gado to hidden gems from our family kitchen, my cookbooks and podcast bring this rich heritage to life.
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Gado Gado In A Jar – Freshness On The Go
Now, this is a brilliant idea! You can prepare your Gado Gado ahead of time by layering it in a…
Studio Bumi’s Serundeng (Spiced Coconut Flakes)
Crunchy, golden, and bursting with flavor, serundeng might just be your new secret weapon in the kitchen. At first glance,…
Cap Cai aka Tjap Tjay: Chinese-Indonesian Comfort
Cap Cai (old spelling Tjap Tjay) is a beloved Chinese-Indonesian stir-fry dish that translates to “mixed vegetables” from Hokkien. Brought…
Bala-Bala popular Javanese savory snack
Bala-Bala is a savory snack with an exotic name as if it comes from Bora Bora or Bali Bali. but…
Sambal Terasi aka Belacan
One of my favorite Indonesian condiments is sambal terasi. This sambal is also known as belacan, a highly regarded Indonesian…
Huevos Rancheros with Chorizo Hash
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a mouthwatering dish straight from the heart of Washington D.C.’s Silver Diner: Huevos…
Homemade Kecap Manis
Originating from the vibrant culinary landscape of Indonesia, kecap manis is a beloved condiment that adds depth, sweetness, and a…
Tempeh Mendoan Fingers – a delicious snack and side dish
Tempeh Mendoan, a beloved specialty hailing from Central Java, showcases the culinary prowess of Indonesia. This dish involves delicately dipping…
Tahu Gejrot – Indonesian Fried Tofu Snack
Tahu Gejrot originated from my great-grandmother’s birthplace Cirebon, a port city in West Java, Indonesia. It is a popular snack…
Babi Kecap – braised pork in sweet soy sauce
The word babi means pork in Indonesian. The oldest recipe of Babi Kecap was found in the cookbook Kokkie Bitja…
Bebotok – Oma Keasberry’s favorite dish
Bebotok was one of our restaurant’s signature dishes. For many years, my mother Jessy’s recipe for these spicy stewed meatballs…
Kangkung Terasi
Our stuntman chef Steve Tartalia is sharing one of his favorite leafy green recipes: kangkung belacan, an Indonesian dish of…
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Blend, Bosan, Bau
Deze keer hebben we Nicky Boot aan tafel: oprichter en creatief directeur van The Blend Within. Een sociale onderneming waar…
Myths About Indisch and Indonesian Cuisine
In this episode, we unpack the rich, often misunderstood world of Indonesian and Indisch (Dutch-Indonesian) cuisines. Drawing from insights shared…
Indo Bros 15: Roots, Rijst, Riboet
De IndoBros zijn terug! Vanuit San Diego en LA schakelen Willem-Jan en Jeff met Nederland. Vandaag maken we een flinke…
The Legacy of Sri Owen – Cook, Writer, Historian
In this episode of The Rice Table, we reflect on the life and legacy of Sri Owen, one of the…
Between Empires: The Indo–Anglo Connection
In this episode of The Rice Table, we explore the connection between Indo-Dutch (Indisch) and Anglo-Indian cultures, two hybrid communities…
Indo Bros Episode 14 in Dutch
The Indo Bros zijn terug met een Nederlandstalige aflevering. Vanuit San Diego en Los Angeles schuiven Willem-Jan Brederode (MERAH) en…
Three continents, Two Cultures, One Plate
In this episode of The Rice Table, we sit down with Francis Kuijk — Dutch chef, culinary author, and one…
Indonesian Spice Routes to Paris
They say the spice trade changed the world — today, its legacy is shaping the streets of Paris. In this…
When Eating Habits Tell A Story
Helena Smit is a Dutch-Indonesian culinary heritage professional, entrepreneur, and storyteller who sees food as culture, memory, and connection. She…
INDOBROS – Love Is In The Air – Valentine Special
In deze speciale aflevering duiken de Indo Bros en Sis in de vraag: Episode in Dutch – 13 Hoe versiert…
From Java To Germany, with Love
In this episode of The Rice Table, we explore what happens when Indonesian cuisine travels far from home — into…
From Rijsttafel To Liwetan
In this Catch-Up episode of The Rice Table, we welcome back Indonesian-American culinary powerhouse Diana Widjojo. Five years after our…
FULL BLOODED INDO SHOP
BESTEL NU Geen twijfel. Geen uitleg. Gewoon Indo. Dit shirt is niet voor twijfelaars. Het is voor mensen met sambal…
Best Indonesian Grocery Stores in the USA
Where to buy authentic ingredients? This is a guide to the stores & supermarkets known for carrying a large assortment…
Indo Kitchen Staples
When you look at our family’s pantry, fridge & freezer, you are looking at a mini market. Being raised in…
The Ultimate Guide to Indonesian Restaurants in the USA
I often get the question: “Where can I find an Indonesian restaurant?” Well, here you go: Indonesian restaurants, eateries,…
Chef Jeff’s Favorite Tools
For my favorite kitchen tools I can recommend the ones below. Just CLICK ON THE IMAGE and read…
Herdruk kookboek Oma Keasberry’s Indische Keukengeheimen
We hebben geweldig nieuws voor jullie! De tweede herdruk van het geliefde kookboek “Oma Keasberry’s Indische Keukengeheimen” is…