A 5-Star epicurean journey through Indonesia at new Bengawan at the Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel
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A 5-Star epicurean journey through Indonesia at new Bengawan at the Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel
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Category: Asia Pacific - Indonesia - Gourmet restaurants
- Gourmet restaurants
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2012-07-18
Jakarta’s Newest Destination Restaurant Offers Authentic Gourmet Cuisine and Ideal Setting
The Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel located in the heart of Indonesia’s vibrant capital city of Jakarta, is pleased to announce the opening of Bengawan restaurant. A captivating restaurant with an Indonesian-inspired menu and an ideal indoor-outdoor setting overlooking the Jalan Thamrin, Bengawan is an exceptional dining experience with wide appeal for guests, international visitors and upscale locals.
“Enjoy a gourmet exploration of Indonesian culture accompanied by spectacular views of downtown Jakarta,” said I Gede Sujana, Director of Food & Beverage at The Keraton at The Plaza. “Bengawan is a delightful feast for the senses with its beautiful contemporary design and selection of authentic Indonesian favorites. It’s the perfect destination for a business meal with associates, a cozy romantic dinner, or Sunday brunch with friends and family.”
The Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel is a refined oasis in the midst of Indonesia’s vibrant capital city. With a premier location on the Jalan Thamrin, one of Jakarta’s most prestigious streets, and a full suite of distinctive amenities and epicurean experiences, The Keraton at The Plaza is a sanctuary of quiet luxury and cultural delights. Inspired by the Javanese word for “palace,” The Keraton at The Plaza rises from the 8th to the 22nd floors of the new Keraton Building, offering 140 spacious guest rooms sumptuously appointed with exquisite bedding, thoughtful accessories, and palatial bathrooms.
A 5-Star Epicurean Exploration of Indonesia
Located on the seventh level of the Keraton building, and named for the Javanese word for “river,” Bengawan is a spacious indoor-outdoor restaurant with lush, green foliage, soothing water features, and outdoor seating on the balcony with spectacular views of Jakarta below. Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including Sunday Brunch, Bengawan features a customized menu of both a la carte items and a sumptuous buffet accompanied by an extensive wine list with international labels. The menu utilizes fresh, local produce and seafood along with the highest quality of beef imported daily from Australia and the United States.
Breakfast offerings include an extensive buffet of Indonesian, Asian and Western favorites, along with a menu of made-to-order hot items and freshly baked bread and pastries. Lunch and dinner offerings include Indonesian signature dishes such as Iga Bakar, grilled premium spare ribs with konro broth, sambal balado and steamed rice; Pindang Udang, jumbo prawn stew with pineapple and steamed rice; and Bebek Goreng, marinated fried duck with sambal goring and steamed rice.
Homestyle favorites include Sop Buntut, the famed Indonesian oxtail soup; Sop Konro, Makassar spare rib soup; Ayam Bakar, grilled chicken with lalapan and sambal goring; and Soto Batavia, beef in coconut broth. Grilled selections include Australian Beef Wagyu; USDA Prime Sirloin; Australian Angus Ribeye; Wheatgrass Rack of Lamb; Wagyu Beef Burger; and Tasmanian Salmon.
About The Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel
The Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel is a distinct and intimate luxury hotel offering a unique, modern interpretation of the rich Indonesian culture. With an ideal location in the heart of Jalan Thamrin, The Keraton at the Plaza offers guests convenient access to nearby corporate headquarters, museums and Plaza Indonesia, Jakarta’s high-end shopping and entertainment complex. Inspired by the Javanese word for “palace,” the Keraton at The Plaza offers 140 spacious guest rooms and suites, each with personal, 24-hour butler service, which includes a nightly turn-down.
The immersive indigenous experience at The Keraton at The Plaza includes Bengawan, an authentic five-star Indonesian restaurant featuring a customized menu of Indonesian cuisine that incorporates the local flavors and ingredients of the islands; as well as the Keraton Lounge, a delightfully elegant venue serving traditional High Tea each afternoon.
About The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts
The Luxury Collection is an ensemble of hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world’s most exciting and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination’s indigenous charms and treasures. Magnificent décor, spectacular settings, impeccable service and the latest modern conveniences combine to provide a uniquely enriching experience. Originated in 1906 under the CIGA brand as a collection of Europe’s most celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble of more than 75 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 30 countries in bustling cities and spectacular destinations around the world. The Luxury Collection includes award-winning properties that continuously exceed guest expectations by offering unparalleled service, style and class while celebrating each hotel’s distinctive heritage and unique character. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world’s finest. For more information, please visit www.luxurycollection.com
About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 1090 properties in 100 countries and territories with 154,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, W, Westin, Le Méridien, Sheraton, Four Points by Sheraton, Aloft, and Element SM. The company boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts.
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