That time in my life that I took a greater interest in my heritage, helped me better understand, in part, who I am. When looking at my peers with similar backgrounds and roots, I recognized that many had this yearning to discover who they are, where they fit in and their role in this world. Especially for some…
DetailsWhen it comes to nostalgic eating the holiday season gets the highest score on the ‘food memories’ scale. It is that time of year that specific fragrances fill the house and a myriad of traditional and delicious foods are being prepared. People come together around a decked out dining table to share good conversations and happy…
DetailsHappy Easter! Chickens nationwide worked extra hard to push out more eggs so we could enjoy them. Another reason to dress up our table for an Easter brunch with decorated eggs. Who thinks this is only for children is wrong. Adults love this! During an Easter party I organized a couple of years ago, we had…
DetailsAn inspiring full-color, hardcover cookbook about a unique culinary heritage, told through a collection of delicious recipes & stories. CLICK ON THE BUTTON BELOW To get updates and special rewards SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER by clicking HERE You will receive the latest news first and benefit from the special offers. MILESTONE! At a loss for words…
DetailsI remember well, from the days of the elementary school, at the end of the school day I went straight to our restaurant – yes, my home. I had just entered the restaurant through the front door, having my eyes closed, because I had only to follow my nose and follow as soon as it…
DetailsThis year went by as fast as the Orient Express Train: Woo-Wooo! In retrospect 2015 was a good year and I am grateful for the loving family and friends who I got to share it with. I am excited about the new projects lined up for next year and thank you for your continued interest…
DetailsBy Jeff Keasberry December 1st, 2015 is a historic day, as the traditional Indische rijsttafel (a culinary icon of the Indische culture, with roots in the former Dutch East Indies) has been added to the National Inventory Cultural Heritage in the Netherlands. By finally acquiring the acknowledgement it deserves as part of Dutch culture, the Indische…
Details“Tinkering with Grandma’s recipes is ‘not done’!” “Say what now? This is a sacrilege!” “No, I wouldn’t do that son!” “Granny would come to haunt you in the kitchen!” These were just a few of the comments and emotional objections from concerned Indo cooks, when I talked about the new Indo Dutch cuisine. Or did…
DetailsHaving roots in both Indonesia (motherland) and the Netherlands (fatherland) I have accumulated a nice mix of cultural elements from both countries that create a sense of belonging. My exploration is ongoing and I keep finding new things that I enjoy. For instance, when eating Indonesian food I sometimes play some Indonesian music to complete…
DetailsSorry, this article is only available in Dutch (Nederlands). Click here. Java heeft haar reputatie als koffie-eiland te danken aan de Nederlanders, toen de VOC aan het begin van de 18e eeuw een aantal koffieplantjes uit Jemen meebracht en daarmee de koffieverbouw op Java introduceerde. Inmiddels is Indonesie het 3e land ter wereld met de…
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