Limited Edition – Get Your Copy Now!
Due to popular demand… it finally happened! I’m thrilled to announce that my new cookbook, Dutch Indonesian Heritage Cooking, was released this fall 2025!
This compact hardcover edition, a curated version of the original Indo Dutch Kitchen Secrets, is a heartfelt tribute to the rich culinary legacy of the Dutch East Indies, where Indonesian flavors and European influences come together in delicious harmony. Inside, you’ll find authentic family recipes, timeless classics, and cherished stories passed down through generations of the Indo community.
Whether you’re discovering Indo cuisine for the first time or reconnecting with your roots, this book offers a flavorful journey through heritage and history, bite by bite.
Perfect for curious cooks, food history lovers, and anyone who appreciates soulful, cross-cultural cuisine. For more info, scroll down.
Limited Edition! Be among the lucky ones to receive your copy — order now by clicking the button below and secure yours before it sells out!
Indo Dutch Kitchens Secrets was the 1st cookbook of its kind in English.
Received raving reviews in international media and heartfelt testimonials from Indo food lovers who read the stories and tried our recipes.
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The new cookbook is called: Dutch Indonesian Heritage Cooking
This compact edition is also charmingly referred to as: ‘The Little Indo Cookbook.’
- A curated selection of essential family recipes passed down through generations.
- Recipes range from easy snacks and comfort food to festive rijsttafel dishes.
- Inspiring menu ideas for everyday meals and special occasions.
- Clear ingredient explanations with sourcing tips and U.S. measurements.
- Compact hardcover for quick, convenient cooking reference.
- Explores the unique culture and culinary heritage of the Indo-Dutch community within the broader Indonesian food narrative.
- Honors the cooks who shaped this cuisine: mothers, grandmothers, fathers, and grandfathers.
- Fosters connection, belonging, and joyful togetherness:‘gezelligheid.’
- A meaningful gift for food lovers and heritage keepers.
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RECOMMENDED BY
“Historic! This book rekindles the memories of the Indonesian-Dutch culinary marriage, an irresistible invitation to explore a remarkable heritage.”
~ William Wongso, chef, Indonesian culinary expert, and food ambassador, is widely regarded as a living encyclopedia of Indonesian cuisine.
“History gains depth when we recognise that it’s built from multiple voices, not a single narrative. Indo cuisine makes that visible and tangible. Every dish carries a perspective that deserves a place in the wider story of Indonesia and the Netherlands. By protecting and sharing this heritage, we open doors to understanding and create connections where it matters.”
~ Helena Smit, Director of Stichting Eating Habits, cultural heritage advocate, co-author of “Makanologie.”
“We serve rijsttafel at Rice & Sambal because it represents one of the many voices in Indonesia’s rich culinary tradition. Dutch-Indonesian cuisine has its own history and place in that narrative. Jeff Keasberry’s new cookbook gives novices an approachable way to explore that world, its dishes, stories, and cultural meaning.”
~ Diana Widjojo, Chef & Owner, Rice & Sambal, Philadelphia, James Beard Semifinalist | Advocate for Indonesian Culinary Heritage.
As someone born in Indonesia and who spent my adult life in Canada, I carry memories of home through the aromas of our kitchens and the stories behind our food. Discovering the Indo-Dutch story later opened my eyes to a shared history that is both complex and deeply human.
In Dutch Indonesian Heritage Cooking, Jeff Keasberry preserves that heritage with honesty and heart. Though I am not Indische, I feel a deep connection to the flavors and traditions he shares. This book beautifully shows how food bridges cultures and keeps our histories alive. I wholeheartedly recommend it.
~ Pepy Nasution, Food Writer, Culinary Researcher, Photographer, Founder Indonesia Eats.
“This cookbook means so much to me. I cried as I walked through ” my Oma’s kitchen” in the pages. Thank you for creating this for us, second and third generation Indos.”
~ Sabrina Lindsey Rouse, Georgia, USA.
“What I love about this book is how it connects our shared Indische story with the next generation. Dutch Indonesian Heritage Cooking brings together flavors, memories, and history in a way that keeps our culture alive and accessible for everyone.”
~ Vera Andreas, Founder Stichting Indisch Dordrecht Owner, Toko Y-von, Netherlands.
~ Petty Elliott, Indonesian Chef, Author & Culinary Ambassador, based in the UK.
“Indo-Dutch cuisine was born when Nusantara (now Indonesian) and Dutch-European influences collided. If you, like me, have enjoyed kue lapis legit, kroket, or semur daging, you’ve had Indo-Dutch cuisine. While this hybrid cuisine has evolved differently in Indonesia and in the diaspora, the shared provenance of Western cooking techniques and local spices is evident. “Dutch Indonesian Heritage Cooking” is chock full of family stories and comforting recipes that are easy to follow. And author Jeff Keasberry has done a wonderful job of illuminating the recipes and traditions passed down to him from his Oma and mother.”
~ Patricia Tanumihardja, Author, “Mortar and Pestle–Classic Indonesian Recipes for the Modern Kitchen.”
“I just received your wonderful book. It’s truly special how you blend family photos, personal stories, and recipes into a heartfelt celebration of Indo heritage.”
~ Farah Quinn – Jost, Indonesian celebrity chef, restaurateur, and media personality.
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