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Taking Indonesian Cuisine to New Heights

Meet award-winning Chef Yono Purnomo of Yono’s restaurant in Albany in NY. Owned and operated by the Purnomo family, this fine dining restaurant has been serving contemporary American and Indonesian fusion since 1986 and has been recognized by the James Beard Foundation, Wine Spectator, Santé, DiRoNA & The American Culinary Federation among others. Chef Yono…

Garlic Butter Noodles

Asian garlic butter noodles

Last year I was invited by my friend to eat at The District by Hannah An – an exclusive Vietnamese dining room on West 3rd street. It is one of his favorite places he goes to when he’s in town. Thanks to him this gem is now also on my list of top LA restaurants. All…

Pasta Aglio e Olio Eurasiatico

This is my Eurasian rendition of spaghetti with garlic and oil. This dish scores 5 stars on my ultimate comfort food list. I kid you not when I say you can call me for this in the middle della notte. I never hide my amore for Italian food.  If I need a quick picker upper…

Indisch Cultuur Ridder

Indo Dutch Food for Thought

“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…

NEW INDO DUTCH COOKBOOK

An 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…

Indo Burrito

Indo Burrito – Indo Mexican Fusion in LA

Living in Los Angeles means being in foodie paradise. Angelenos can choose from a wide range of culinary options, many of which are fuision cuisines. One of the popular local dishes is the ‘breakfast burrito’ – A Mexican-American fusion treat and my personal favorite if I want a hearty breakfast and don’t have much time. Well, I…