Bebotok was one of our restaurant’s signature dishes. For many years, my mother Jessy’s recipe for these spicy stewed meatballs was a closely-guarded secret; many a fan would return time and again. It was one of Oma’s favorites, enjoyed with a side of sajur lodeh, white rice and krupuk. There were even some patrons who…
The Christmas menu in our family often consists of classic Indo and European dishes. One culinary tradition brought to the Netherlands from Indonesia (formerly known as the Dutch East Indies) is Ayam Kodok – stuffed chicken dressed like a frog. What, a trans-chicken? Yes, translated from Indonesian the word ayam means chicken and kodok means…
Two star Michelin Master Chef Pascal Jalhay presented his new book Baru Belanda (New Dutch) during an exclusive release party at Hotel Jakarta in Amsterdam, on March 18th. This tribute to Dutch Indies cuisine already received great reviews. Together with 14 talented chefs, Pascal aims to inspire young chefs to revalue dishes and tastes, modernize…
Celebrate the coming of summer with a tasty Indische Huzarensalade – as it is called in Dutch. A light purple colored dish with a fresh, lightly sweet ‘n sour taste. I have fond memories of this delicious salad, the way my dad Bill used to make it. A traditional Indo Dutch dish that made it into…
“It is only real Indo Dutch* food when it contains coriander and cumin!” This often heard remark suggests that Indo food needs coriander and cumin for it to be considered authentic. I also often hear: “Oh, that needs more salt!” “That’s not how you should make that!” “It doesn’t taste the same…!” “Why is there…
There is still demand for Oma (Grandma) Keasberry’s Cookbook.