Love in Lombok: Love is in the Air with Pool Villa Package from Sudamala Suites & Villas, Lombok

Sudamala Suites & Villas, Lombok, fans the flames of love with this special deal for lovers – imagine three days and two nights in an idyllic beach-front resort – complete with romantic dinners, cocktails on the beach and luxurious spa treatments...

Multi-award-winning boutique resort Sudamala Suites & Villas, Senggigi has a special offer for lovers. Couples will escape to an idyllic beach-side getaway on Lombok’s west coast where they will be pampered with spa treaments, gourmet cuisine, cocktails on the beach and stunning tropical sunsets.

Nestled a few bays north of Senggigi – within easy reach of the shopping, dining and nightlife, yet far enough to feel like a world away – is the peerless Sudamala Suites & Villas, Lombok. Guests will check in for two nights in a pool-side villa complete with exceptional in-room amenities; snug linen, exclusive toiletries, espresso machine, expansive verandas and complimentary Wi-Fi access. But the most impressive features of this resort are its stunning design and seaside location.

Sudamala Lombok has consistently been voted one of Indonesia’s Top 25 Hotels on travel website TripAdvisor with 95% of reviewers ranking the resort as “excellent” or “very good”. The most popular features for guests are Sudamala’s sea-side location, world-class cuisine at Olah-Olah restaurant, and the spectacular tropical sunsets.

With Valentine’s Day approaching, this package from Sudamala is designed for guests who want to show their special someone how much they love and adore them – on the sun-drenched beaches of Lombok, where time stands still and love is in the air. The offer is valid from now until the end of March 2017, inclusive of Valentine’s Day on 14th February.

Gaze lovingly into the eyes of your partner and drink in the views of mystical Bali as you sip cocktails at the resort’s beach-side deck. Continue the romance with a three-course meal, inclusive of a glass of wine at the signature Olah-Olah restaurant. Couples will also be treated to a sunset sailing cruise on the glimmering waters just off the coast. And, for a dose of total luxury and pampering receive a 90-minute in-room spa treatment – including relaxing full-body massage from Sudamala’s experienced spa therapists.

The package also includes a la carte breakfasts, and transfers from Lombok airport, or harbour for guests arriving by boat.

“This is an amazing deal made for couples,” said Sudamala Resorts Director, Emily Subrata. “We are really trying to emphasise the idyllic romance of Lombok, it is such abeautiful location with the beach and the colourful sunsets. People come here and really fall in love with the location – it is really magical. We wanted to share the magic with a package that makes it easy to experience the romantic ambience of Lombok’s stunning west coast. The sunset cruise, the spa treatment and special dinner in our restaurant, it all adds up to total indulgence and an unforgettable romantic experience.”

The ‘Love in Lombok’ package for two is available from USD 567++ until 31 March 2017 and includes:

• Two nights in a one-bedroom pool villa
• Daily a la carte breakfast
• One-time three-course romantic dinner with glass of wine for each person
• One-time in-villa 90-minute spa treatment
• One-time Sunset Sailing cruise
• Return airport/harbour transfers
• One-time Sunset Cocktails

Offer is only available by mentioning ‘Love in Lombok’ via email contact at reservations@sudamalaresorts.com, and not valid during peak season dates from 20 December 2016 – 5 January 2017

Meliá Hotels International Raih Best Sustainable Development & Corporate Responsibility Project

Meliá Hotels International menerima penghargaan “Best Sustainable Development and Corporate Responsibility Project” di acara penghargaan bergengsi Worldwide Hospitality Awards untuk projek "Improving Life in Kairo, Kiwenga" yang dipromosikan oleh hotel Meliá Zanzibar, Tanzania, di mana fokus tim hotel sepenuhnya untuk meningkatkan kondisi kehidupan masyarakat sekitar desa Kairo di Kiwenga.

Perekonomian Pulau Zanzibar biasanya bergantung pada pertanian, tetapi reformasi ekonomi dan pemberian insentif bagi investasi telah mendorong pariwisata dan perdagangan sebagai pendorong utama dalam pembangunan ekonomi dan sosial. Terlepas dari kemajuan ini, saat ini masih banyak desa-desa yang hidup dalam kemiskinan dan tidak memiliki akses pada kebutuhan dasar yang penting seperti air minum dan listrik. Berkat kesadaran tim hotel Meliá Zanzibar atas kondisi ini, mereka melakukan sebuah proyek untuk meningkatkan kondisi kehidupan masyarakat sekitar desa Kairo di Kiwenga.

Inti dari proyek ini adalah untuk membina dialog langsung dengan orang- orang yang berhubungan dengan hotel, melibatkan pemilik hotel, staf, manajemen, pemasok serta masyarakat setempat secara langsung untuk menciptakan dampak positif dalam membuat Kairo menjadi tempat yang lebih baik untuk hidup, berbagi pengetahuan, pengalaman, sumber daya dan komitmen Meliá Hotels International untuk tanggung jawab sosial di tempat-tempat di mana perusahaan beroperasi.

Projek yang dipimpin oleh tim serta pemilik hotel, ASB Tanzania Ltd, telah memenuhi kebutuhan dasar penduduk desa melalui penyediaan barang-barang konsumsi, pembangunan sumur untuk menyediakan air minum, dan renovasi 35 rumah dengan atap, toilet dan kamar mandi baru. Selain itu, masjid setempat yang merupakan pusat pertemuan bagi masyarakat juga telah dibangun kembali. Investasi langsung telah mencapai lebih dari 145.000 Euro.

Tim hotel juga mempromosikan penggunaan sayuran lokal pada gerai makanan di hotel, menggunakan rumah kaca sendiri untuk membantu penduduk desa mempelajari lebih banyak tentang pertanian dasar untuk meningkatkkan swasembada. Sebagian besar staf hotel yang berasal dari orang-orang lokal juga turut memajukan perekonomian desa antara lain melalui pembelian amenities dan aksesoris buatan lokal seperti gelang untuk paket all-inclusive.

Pengembangan dan nilai-nilai lokal juga didukung melalui program pendidikan dan olahraga, dengan tim hotel yang sangat aktif dalam mengatur kegiatan di sekolah setempat dan mendukung tim sepak bola desa dengan menyediakan material yang dibutuhkan. Komitmen ini juga meluas ke tamu-tamu hotel yang memiliki kesempatan untuk mengunjungi desa untuk mempelajari lebih lanjut tentang kehidupan desa dan berkontribusi pada keberlanjutan dari proyek ini dan dinamisasi perekonomian desa.

Proyek ini adalah bagian dari Global Corporate Social Responsibility Model dari Meliá Hotels International dan mencerminkan komitmen perusahaan untuk mengembangkan masyarakat lokal di mana perusahaan beroperasi, berbagi dengan masyarakat sekitar dengan memberikan kontribusi untuk menciptakan kekayaan dan nilai. Proyek ini juga mengintegrasikan beberapa Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan PBB, khususnya pemberantasan kemiskinan, perbaikan infrastruktur, keberlanjutan masyarakat lokal dan peningkatan akses terhadap kualitas air minum.

Meliá Hotels International terus membuat kemajuan guna mencapai tujuannya untuk menjadi perusahaan yang dijadikan tolok ukur dalam pariwisata yang berkelanjutan dan bertanggung jawab. Best Sustainable Development and Corporate Responsibility Project sangat layak untuk hotel ini.

Yule Love It Christmas @ Holiday Inn Jakarta Kemayoran

Entering December, Christians around the world prepare to celebrate Christmas and to gather with family, friends, relatives and loved ones. In line with the tradition of Christmas celebration, Holiday Inn Jakarta Kemayoran through Botany Restaurant presents Yule Love It Christmas.

Celebrate Christmas Eve dinner with the family with hot pot concept in Botany Restaurant. Enjoy the delights of imported beef along with Asian flavored broth, assorted mixed seafood, meatballs and vegetables as well as combined with creative dips & sauce and tasty dessert. The Christmas Eve Shabu-shabu buffet will also feature specials including: Seafood Cioppino, Veal Rack with Mushroom Sauce, Beggar's Chicken, Christmas Pie and Eggnog Cheese Cake. You can enjoy all this on 24 December 2016 at 7 pm - 10 pm, for only IDR 200,000 ++ per person.

On Christmas Day, enjoy an international menu with Christmas specials ranging from appetizers to dessert. The specials include Christmas Slow Roast Suckling Pig with Apple, Vanilla Scented Leg of Lamb, Burger Bar (Beef, Chicken and Fish) with Sweet Potatoes Fries, King prawn with Lemon Hollandaise and Feta, Christmas Pudding, Christmas Dresdner Stolen. You can enjoy “Yule Love It Christmas Buffet” for only IDR 235,000 ++ per person on 25 December 2016 at 12:00 noon - 2:30 pm.

Santa Claus will be present on Christmas day to greet all the good little boys and girls. Your kids can take pictures with Santa Claus. Special promo on Christmas Eve and Day: Buy 5 Get 1 Free (Adults only) and 50% off for kids up to 10 years old and seniors ages 65 and above. For more information, call 021-2956 8800 or email to jessica.jessica@ihg.com

Spa Alila: Stellar Retreats and Wellness Journey

Alila Hotels and Resorts, a collection of luxury boutique hotels, draw on their destinations and culture, to create utterly bespoke and surprisingly different spa wellness experiences. Throughout its hotels, Spa Alila is committed to providing treatments blending ancient Asian healing techniques with age-old beauty recipes that feature the curative benefits of fresh, natural, quality ingredients. From the newest Spa Alila addition in Bali, to an ultimate detox in Goa, a mountainous retreat in Oman and a city break in Java, Spa Alila has authentic and varied surprises for everyone.

Alila Seminyak

1. BEST FOR HEAD TO TOE PAMPERING - AT THE ALL-NEW SPA ALILA AT ALILA SEMINYAK, BALI

Following its successful opening last October, Alila Seminyak has unveiled its brand new destination spa. It offers a sublime experience that will leave guests feeling rejuvenated, and relaxed with a renewed sense of well-being. Part of Spa Alila’s new offering includes an indulgent Full Day Escape. From dawn until dusk, guests will be pampered with a range of beauty treatments and massages. The day begins with a guided morning stretch overlooking the panoramic ocean and follows with a series of treatments including a 5000-year-old Ayurvedic Shirodara ritual of Balinese healing therapy with a full body exfoliation and silk bath. Next comes a mini-facial and a manicure concluding with a sunset cocktail and a three-course gourmet dinner, as prescribed by the executive chef.

The Full Day Escape starts from USD281 per person and includes a stretching class, Balinese healing therapy, full body exfoliation & silk bath, a three-course lunch, mini- facial, manicure, cocktail and a three-course dinner. Rates at Alila Seminyak start from USD320 per night on a room only basis, based on two people sharing (excluding tax).

Alila Diwa Goa, India

2. BEST FOR A REVITALISING DETOX - ALILA DIWA GOA, INDIA

Kick start the new you. Guests at Alila Diwa Goa can now restore their balance in mind, body and spirit with a new Ayurvedic detox programme specially designed by the hotel’s in-house expert, Dr. Arjita Kumari. After an in-depth consultation, covering nutrition, and state of health, guests will enjoy pranic healing, hypnotherapy, daily yoga, meditation and exercise sessions. These sessions are all combined with nutritionally balanced meals, juices and Ayurvedic supplements, daily workshops, wellness massages and cooking classes.

The Program also ensures that all elements have been put in place to arm participants with the skills to create an on-going, all encompassing, life change after the retreat. The Ayurveda Detox Program starts from USD1,110 per person for the three-night retreat. Price based on two people sharing and includes body composition analysis, body measurements, one consultation with the Ayurveda physician, one consultation with the diet and nutrition specialist, six holistic and Ayurveda treatments per person, three fitness sessions, three yoga and meditation sessions, guided meditation, informative interactions and workshops, nutritionally balanced meals, relaxing and calming drinks, healthy cooking workshop and healing bath setup. Tailor-made Ayurveda detox packages for five, seven, 10 and 14 nights are also available on request.

Alila Jabal Akhdar, Oman

3. BEST FOR A MOUNTAINOUS RETREAT - ALILA JABAL AKHDAR, OMAN

Jabal Akhdar - The Green Mountain in Arabic - is one of Oman’s most remarkable regions. Alila Jabal Akhdar lies 2,500 meters above sea level and overlooks the dramatic gorge and spectacular Al Hajar mountain range. Spa Alila; the heart of Alila Jabal Akhdar, is all about the destination and offers guests two restorative half-day spa experiences suitable for both early birds and night owls. Early risers will love the Mystical Mountain Sunrise experience. It kicks off with an early morning tai chi class to stretch, andbreathe- in the fresh mountain air.

Following a healthy breakfast, guests will then embark on three hours of holistic heaven with a combination of purifying and relaxing therapies including the signature foot bath, a natural exfoliation and a cocoa, coffee and coconut body wrap. The experience comes to an end with a red clay facial to draw out impurities whilst releasing essential minerals. Night owls looking to wind down for the day can enjoy the Sunset Dreams experience. Indulge in a series of cleansing treatments and rituals before heading outside to enjoy a tai chi session as the sun sets over the spectacular mountains. Following a healthy mountainside dinner, retire to the privacy of your room to sip a cup of Alila’s signature herbal tea to ensure a restful night’s sleep.

The half-day Mystical Mountain Sunrise experience starts from USD325 per person. This includes a tai chi session, healthy breakfast, signature foot bath, river stone massage, body wrap and red clay facial. The half day Sunset Dreams experience starts from USD310 per person. This includes a cleansing steam, Thai-inspired Asian herbal compress, ground coffee exfoliation, Jacuzzi, tai chi session, a light healthy dinner and signature herbal tea.

Alila Solo

4. BEST FOR A CITY BREAK - ALILA SOLO, JAVA, INDONESIA

Alila Solo, the group’s contemporary urban retreat in Java opened its brand new Spa Alila in March 2016. After a day exploring the natural wonders in Central Java, guests return to their city resort to relax and unwind. Solo's Spa Alila offers a wide range of authentic healing treatments infused with elements of Java, such as the traditional Javanese Lulur body scrub made with a blend of fruits and spices indigenous to Central Java, combined to inspire relaxation and rejuvenation. To celebrate the opening of the new spa, Spa Alila is offering a complimentary 30-minute foot massage for two people for every 90-minute treatment booked. As well as this, guests will also receive 20% off a Therapeutic Massage, which is massage technique using fluid strokes of different depths and intensity that work into muscles to relieve tension and stiffness. Rates at Alila Solo start from USD100, based on two sharing a Deluxe Room.

Alila Villas Uluwatu

5. BEST FOR A LEARNING EXPERIENCE - ALILA VILLAS ULUWATU, BALI

Alila Villas Uluwatu, in a beautifully un-spoilt corner of Bali overlooking the Indian Ocean, is offering couples the chance to learn something new and become masseurs for the afternoon. The three-and-a-half-hour 'Journey Beyond Two' experience begins with a refreshing, stress-relieving cup of ginger tea and a footbath. Couples will then learn the Japanese art of oshibori and master basic massage techniques whilst understanding the body’s key pressure points. Next, they can put this into practice and give each other a relaxing head, back or foot massage.

The experience will come to an end with a 60-minute Balinese massage followed by a candlelit dinner in a private cabana. Wonderfully private, this is a place for couples to lose themselves in blissful tranquility. From its cliff-top position, the eco-friendly retreat commands spectacular views and enjoys golden sunsets. Each of the 56 villas have been styled in a contemporary way with brilliant use of traditional Balinese materials and comes with a private pool and exclusive host services attuned to your lifestyle - be it for an indulgent level of service with a host (butler) at your beck and call or service so discreet that you barely notice the invisible footfalls. The three-and-a-half-hour Journey Beyond Two Experience starts from USD561 per couple. This includes a footbath, learning about the art of oshibori, mastering basic massage techniques, the chance to give a massage, one 60-minute Balinese massage per person and a candlelit dinner for two in a private cabana.

Alila Manggis

6. BEST FOR QUICK FIX RETREAT - ALILA MANGGIS, BALI

Alila Manggis is a tranquil retreat in East Bali – a soothing haven of serenity set amidst a coconut grove, nestled between the sea and the majestic Mount Agung, Bali’s most sacred mountain. The hotel is offering time-poor guests the opportunity to totally switch off and relax with the 48-hour unlimited Spa Escape experience. From tension-relieving massages and invigorating body scrubs to glowing beauty treatments and rejuvenating facials guests can choose from a range of treatments best suited to personal needs.

After a full three days of relaxing and being pampered guests should leave feeling fully restored and ready to face reality. The 48-hour Spa Escape starts from USD100 per person. This includes unlimited spa treatments from the spa menu. Treatments are available from 9.00am – 9.00pm (excluding Shirodhara).

Spa Jacuzzi

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About Alila: Surprisingly Different

The hallmark of Alila is the combination of innovative design and luxury in unique locations, set apart by an unprecedented level of private space, crafted artisanship, personalised hospitality, and bespoke learning journeys. Alila means “Surprise” in Sanskrit, which suitably describes the refreshing character of our properties and impressions of our guests when they stay with us. In support of sustainable tourism, Alila hotels adopt Earth Check operating standards, integrating the natural, physical and cultural elements of their environments. To stay at any of Alila's hotels & resorts is to embark on a destination experience – be it in recreating the flavours of the local cuisine, enhancing your well-being through ancient healing arts or the thrill of adventure sports, you will re-discover the luxury of living at Alila.

About Two Roads Hospitality

Created in September 2016, Two Roads Hospitality is an international lifestyle company encompassing an unrivaled collection of distinctive properties, passionate people, and remarkable experiences around the globe. The company is named for the newly-merged Commune and Destination Hotels, bringing together over40years of combined expertise exclusively dedicated to the boutique and lifestyle space. Comprised of Joie de Vivre Hotels, Thompson Hotels, Destination Hotels, tommie and Alila Hotels & Resorts, the company is the leading operator of independent and lifestyle hotels with almost 100 properties in eight countries and growing, also boasting an extensive roster of award-winning restaurants and bars, stunning vacation residences, world-class golf courses, and indigenous spa and wellness offerings.

About DISCOVERY programme

DISCOVERY is about making travel unforgettable. The eight million members of the programme receive recognition and rewards across 550 hotels, resorts, palaces and spas. Local Experiences, the innovative rewards of the DISCOVERY programme, are unique, authentic experiences, which are curated by each hotel to give a taste of local traditions and culture. Members also receive stay benefits, such as complimentary Wi- Fi, room upgrades and enhanced personal recognition as they move through the membership levels, each and every time they stay within the portfolio.

Sajian Dim Sum dan Bubur di Meliá Purosani Hotel Yogyakarta

Jika bicara mengenai makanan, topik ini tidak akan pernah ada habisnya karena umumnya hampir semua orang memiliki kegemaran berwisata kuliner. Salah satu kuliner yang cukup populer adalah dim sum, dan telah menjadi salah satu makanan yang paling diminati semua kalangan saat ini.

Sebenarnya dim sum merupakan menu sajian ala Kanton yang biasa dinikmati sebagai sarapan maupun brunch, namun kini makanan yang biasanya disajikan dalam sebuah steamer khusus yang terbuat dari bambu ini sudah menyebar popularitasnya ke seluruh dunia dan tidak terkecuali di Indonesia dan di Yogyakarta.

Untuk memenuhi harapan para pencinta dim sum di Yogyakarta, Melia Purosani Hotel Yogyakarta menyediakan paket Dim Sum All You Can Eat di salah satu restorannya, Ching San Chinese Restaurant yang berlokasi di Lobby Level Meliá Purosani Hotel Yogyakarta.

Lokasi hotel ini sangat strategis karena terletak tepat di pusat kota di area Malioboro, tepatnya di persimpangan Jl. Suryotomo dan Jl. Mataram. Para tamu dapat menikmati penawaran ini setiap hari Minggu mulai pukul 10.00 pagi sampai 2.00 siang, aneka varian dimsum disajikan di steamer-steamer bambu dan dapat dinikmati bersama teman-teman maupun keluarga.

Tidak hanya variasi dim sum yang melimpah, pada penawaran All You Can Eat ini juga disiapkan sajian bubur dengan berbagai pilihan variasi toping. Beberapa pilihan dim sum dan bubur disajikan secara live cooking sehingga para tamu dapat melihat sendiri proses pembuatan dan penyajiannya.

Untuk melengkapi penawaran ini, Ching San Chinese Restaurant juga menyediakan Chinese Tea yang dapat membuat pikiran menjadi lebih tenang, serta es buah yang menyegarkan. Terdapat lebih dari 20 variasi dim sum dan bubur yang tentunya sangat menggoda selera. Berbagai menu dim sum yang ditawarkan diantaranya adalah Steamed Prawn Dumpling (Hakau), Seafood Dumpling, Shrimp Dumpling (Taiciku), Chicken Prawn with Mushroom (Siomay), BBQ chicken bun (Cha Sio Pau), Chicken Feet (Fung Cauw ), Custard Bun (Nai wang Pau), Bean Curd Bun (Tausa Pou), Beef Ball, Chicken and Mushroom with Oyster sauce (Keicak), Chicken with Kucai (Wotie), Steam Prawn Dumpling (Wonton), Po Vanilla, Prawn Dumpling (Wonton), Sesame Ball with Lotus Seed Paste (Cintoi), Bubur Ikan, Bubur Ayam, Telur Pitan dan lain lain.

“Yang paling seru dari paket All You Can Eat Dim Sum ini, para tamu juga mendapatkan free pass berenang di kolam renang Meliá Purosani Hotel dan menikmati Minggu pagi di kolam renang bergaya lagoon di tengah kebun tropis,” ucap R. Danang G Setyawan, Marketing Communications Meliá Purosani Hotel Yogyakarta.

Miyagi Hadir di Lippo Mal Puri, Jakarta: Great Japanese for Everyone

Mempertahankan  tradisi etnik kuliner Jepang dalam suguhan  kualitas premium dan harga  terjangkau, Miyagi hadir lagi sebagai alternatif pilihan dengan konsep Great Japanese for Everyone

Cooking Demo

Lidah orang Indonesia tidak asing lagi dengan makanan Jepang. Itu sebabnya, banyak restoran Jepang, yang buka gerai di Indonesia. Di antaranya, Arena Corporation sebagai salah satu operator restoran di Indonesia yang telah sukses mengelola sekitar 27 restoran dari 7 brand terkemuka di antaranya Penang Bistro, Seribu Rasa, Hongkong Cafe, La Hoya, Maison Tatsuya, dan Sari Bagindo, terlihat agresif dalam mengembangkan bisnis restoran. Kali ini ditandai dengan penambahan gerai terbaru Miyagi berlokasi di Lippo Mall Puri, lantai 1 unit 02B di Jl. Puri Indah raya blok U1, Jakarta Barat, 16 November 2016. Ini merupakan gerai ketiga setelah sebelumnya ada di Gandaria City dan Lotte Shopping Avenue, Jakarta.

Charan Musi

Mengusung konsep ‘Great Japanese for Everyone’, Miyagi tetap mempertahankan tradisi etnik kuliner  ala Jepang dengan menyuguhkan kualitas premium serta penyajian khas Jepang dalam suasana modern. Ini menawarkan sensasi kuliner yang memanjakan lidah food lover Ibukota.

Chicken Curry Katsu

Chirasi Don

Masakan Jepang selalu kaya akan tradisi dan cara memasak yang unik sehingga menjadikannya  sebagai salah satu pilihan makanan populer di dunia, begitu pun di Indonesia.

Sejalan dengan konsep yang diusung sebagai ‘Great Japanese for Everyone’, Miyagi didesain sebagai restoran keluarga.  Di mana suasana serta ruang di tiap sudut restoran memberikan sentuhan kekeluargaan dan rasa nyaman sehingga tiap anggota keluarga bisa merasakan kehangatan yang sama. Pilihan menu yang tersaji juga variatif dan tersedia untuk segala kebutuhan usia. Dari anak-anak, orangtua hingga lanjut usia, semua terwakili dari soal rasa dan selera.  

Entrance

Memasuki Miyag, memang langsung terlihat konsep elegan mulai dari entrance sampai ke main area. Selain menikmati menu-menu andalan,  food lover juga bisa memilih tempat yang tersedia seperti Main Dining Area, Sushi Bar hingga Private Room membuat  terasa nyaman  saat menikmati kebersamaan keluarga ataupun rekan kerja. 

Miyagi Set Menu

Shake Sashimi

Kehadiran Miyagi yang menyasar kalangan middle to upper mid ini serta merta mempertegas kiprah Arena Corporation dalam bisnis kuliner Tanah Air sebagai pemimpin operator restoran terpercaya di Indonesia. Sebagaimana disampaikan oleh Petrus L. Sudjono, Director of Arena Corporation,  “Kami gembira dapat meramaikan industri kuliner Tanah Air dengan kehadiran gerai ke-3 Miyagi yang menawarkan kekhasan makanan Jepang. Bagi kami, makanan Jepang tetap memiliki peluang bisnis menjanjikan yang layak dikembangkan karena kental dengan cita rasa dan penyajian unik sehingga sangat popular dan selalu menjadi pilihan makanan favorit dunia. Kami percaya, kehadiran Miyagi dapat menambah daftar pilihan restaurant Jepang yang ada di Indonesia”.

Hamachi Kama Shio

Sukiyaki

Secara menu, Miyagi menawarkan keberagaman makanan Jepang yang sudah sangat populer di kalangan pecinta makanan Tanah Air dengan menu favorit diantaranya: menu Appetizer/Otsumami (Salmon Aburi Salad, Chawan Musi); menu Sashimi (Chirasi Don, Nama Hottate); menu Sushi (Jo Unagi, Toro, Ebi Mentai, Spicy Tuna, Spicy Salmon, Kizami Unagi); menu Makimono (Salmon Cheese Aburi Maki, Gyuniku Aburi Maki, Spider Maki, Miyagi Maki); menu Tempura; menu Donburi (Oyaku Don, Yakiniku Don, Chicken Katsu Don); menu Udon (Tempura Soba, Beef Udon); menu House Special (Salmon Kama Nizuke, Salmon Cappacio) dan menu Dessert (Azuki, Mizaki).

Yang menarik dari menu di atas adalah sajian untuk anak yaitu Kids Set Menu yang membuat mereka bisa langsung bereksperiman dalam membuat sushi. Sedikit berbeda dengan dua gerai sebelumnya, di gerai ke-3 ini ditawarkan pula pilihan menu Teppanyaki, yaitu salah satu cara memasak makanan Jepang di atas plat besi alias ‘Teppan’.  Istimewanya lagi di gerai ke-3 ini untuk mempersiapkan semua menu Jepang yang orisinal, ditangani Chef yang langsung didatangkan dari Jepang. 

Salmon Head Nesuke

Tempura Moriawase

“Dengan keanekaragaman menu, bahan masakan segar, balance dan berkualitas premium dalam penyajian modern hingga ambience hangat dan elegan, kami percaya Miyagi restaurant akan menjadi salah satu destinasi kuliner Jepang favorit di Indonesia khususnya Jakarta. Kami senantiasa mengontrol makanan yang akan dinikmati pengunjung yang datang sehingga kualitas tetap terjamin. Selain itu untuk memberikan kesan dan pengalaman ekstra, khususnya bagi anak-anak, kami juga menyediakan kesempatan membuat roll sushi sendiri sehingga kegiatan menyantap makanan menjadi lebih seru dan menyenangkan,” tambah Petrus L. Sudjono.

Kids Set Menu - Okinawa

Meskipun menyajikan hidangan dengan kualitas premium, harga-harga di Miyagi berkisar mulai dari Rp 50.000 hingga Rp 150.000 per orang. Harga rata rata ini tentunya terjangkau sebagaimana konsep yang diusung sebagai ‘Great Japanese for Everyone’. Menu yang disajikan dapat dinikmati seluruh kalangan dan merasakan sendiri sensasi kuliner Jepang premium.

Dengan kemajuan dan perkembangan bisnis yang ada, Miyagi juga akan memanjakan pelanggannya dengan program #miyagidream. Di mana para pelanggan bisa mendapatkan kesempatan berlibur gratis ke Jepang di musim Sakura nanti. Program ini akan disosialisasikan melalui media sosial dan terbuka bagi siapa saja yang ingin mengikuti program ini. (Photos: miyagi_id)

Ten Great Examples of Video Content Marketing

Everyone likes to watch videos on the web.

According to official statistics from YouTube, they have” over a billion users — almost one-third of all people on the Internet — and every day people watch hundreds of millions of hours on YouTube and generate billions of views.”  The statistics portal Statista notes “As of July 2015, more than 400 hours of video were uploaded to YouTube every minute, up from 300 hours per minute in November 2014.”

Wacky cats, wacky stunts, cute cats, cute kids, offensive comedy, and R-rated content are some of the most popular methods to drive traffic. But if someone is trying to promote a product, service, personality or other business, traffic isn’t always the most important metric. Reaching the right audience with the right message becomes the goal. Cute babies might get clicks, but not business.

Audiences are bombarded by words and messages. In a short attention world addicted to entertainment, videos serve as great vehicles for public relations. But videos can be expensive and time-consuming to produce. To discover what works, an all-star panel of publicists and marketers gave us their best advice and, along with me, selected a few of their favorites.  Here’s how to gain market share, reach audiences and achieve some of your public relations goals using video in a very competitive world.

“What makes a good content marketing video?’ asks Michelle Messenger Garrett of Garrett Public Relations. “It should reflect your tone of voice. And you should know the goal behind the video. What are you trying to achieve?”  Garrett adds “User-generated video is a very inexpensive way to go with video content marketing–and it can be very effective.”

David Spark, of brand journalism and media consulting firm Spark Media Solutions, notes the value of emotion.  “One of the big values of video is you can see emotion. So often corporate videos are devoid of emotion because they’re so heavily scripted, prepared, or they’re just spouting out marketing jargon. My favorite part of video, and what can make a great video, is when you watch people react. Take a look at the reality shows and look at how many times they cut away to reaction shots, and how the reaction alone can tell far more about what the person said than the actual words that came out of their mouth. For that reason, I like to produce funny “man on the street” videos where I purposely go out of my way to ask the question you’re not supposed to ask.”

“For example, at the RSA security show I’ve asked people to give me their password. At VMworld, I’ve asked people how they explain virtualization to their mom. And at Dreamforce, I’ve asked people “When is the best time to swear at your customers?” Watch the videos and you’ll see there are lots of people simply reacting to the question. You want to spark a conversation in the industry, these kinds of videos do it.”

Spark says big tech events can be a goldmine for user-generated video. “Very few people can absorb an entire event after the fact in real time. But, everyone would like a five-minute summary of the event. You could do that, and co-opt the event’s brand for your needs.” (Robert Wynne – FORBES)

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Anantara Seminyak Bali Hosts Seminyak’s First Charity Fun Run

Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort held Seminyak’s first charity run event on 29 October 2016 with great success. 1,000 participants of all ages gathered from Australia, Thailand, Jakarta, Semarang, Surabaya and Bali to take part in the 3km Sunset Run 2016, including two prestigious Indonesian athletes - the gold medal winner of the 2014 and 2015 Asian Games, Maria Londa, and Bali’s marathon athlete, Nicolas Albinus Sila.

The first 10 runners who completed the track all received a special prize from Vietura Artisan of Anti Aging Bali. Nicolas Albinus Sila, Bali’s marathon athlete, crossed the line in first place, followed by Samgar Kelasi (Indonesia) Andika Andryawan (Bali), Paul Mckay (Australia), Ismail (Indonesia), Daniel Michael Kuntz (Russia), Gusti Ngurah Jayarusyana (Bali), Pawel Slomka (Australia), Ni Ketut Cita (Bali) and Dedek Buana (Indonesia).

As a flagship charitable event, the Sunset Run 2016 raised US$ 1,300 for two non-profit organisations in Bali - the Suryani Institute for Mental Illness which is dedicated to improving the mental health system, and Yayasan Senyum Bali which helps people suffering from craniofacial disabilities.

The 2016 Sunset Run was proudly sponsored by Minor Hotels, Anantara Hoi An Resort Vietnam, Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort, Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali, Tijili Seminyak, Celebrity Fitness, Coca Cola Amatil, Our Daily Dose, Siloam Hospital, Label & Love Boutique, Larasati Printing, Vietura Artisan of Anti Aging Bali, Mandiri Bank, Mix Media, CityMagz, The Traveler, What’s Up Bali, Cosmopolitan, Fitness For Men, Indonesia Expat, Api Magazine, Hello Bali, Hard Rock Radio Bali, Oz Radio Bali, Bali Advertiser, I News TV, Tribun Bali, What’s New Bali, What’s New Jakarta, Bali Inspirasi, and Essential Bali.

“We would like to express our deepest gratitude to everyone for taking their valuable time to support and participate in the Sunset Run 2016, and also to the generous sponsors and local governing bodies whose contributions made the event possible. As the first ever charity fun run in Seminyak, we are honoured that the event was such a tremendous success. As part of Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort’s ongoing commitment to improve the quality of local community life, the event raised important funds and awareness for people in need. Looking to the future, we hope that next year’s Sunset Run will build upon this success by attracting more people and raising even greater charitable funds,” said Terence T. Lee, General Manager of Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort.

For more information, please call + 62 361 737773, email bali@anantara.com or visit bali.anantara.com.

Off Da Wall

YELLO Hotel Harmoni, pertama di Jakarta, telah menerima lebih dari empat puluh hasil karya dari street artist amatir & profesional sepanjang bulan Oktober hingga akhirnya terpilih dua puluh delapan seniman terbaik untuk diundang berkompetisi langsung di festival urban Off Da Wall pertama di ibukota.

Beberapa tahun belakangan ini seni urban di Indonesia memasuki fase yang menarik dimana berbagai komunitas tumbuh berkembang serta bermunculannya seniman muda yang lebih ‘berani’ mengeksplorasi bakat mereka demi mencuri perhatian publik.

“Kami merasa sekarang merupakan saat yang terbaik untuk unjuk gigi sebagai merek hotel yang peduli & mendukung jenis seni semacam ini,” kutip Irene Janti, Chief Brands & Marketing Officer – Tauzia Hotel Management, “YELLO Hotels secara konsep hendak menghadirkan aspek kreatif yang sebelumnya belum pernah dihadirkan oleh merek hotel dari segmen ekonomis. Dengan penekanan akan seni urban, kami memposisikan diri sebagai ruang kreatif bagi para netizen.”

Beberapa objektif yang menginspirasi kompetisi ini adalah upaya mempromosikan street art sebagai bentuk seni yang terbuka bagi publik Indonesia, melindungi hak berekspresi & kreatifitas, membantu menemukan bakat terpendam serta memfasilitiasi perkembangan karier mereka, hingga akhirnya – merubah paradigma publik akan street art sebagai kegiatan positif yang baik bagi anak muda Indonesia.

Selain untuk berkompetisi, event ini juga memiliki berbagai tenant bazaar yang menawarkan menu makanan, lini fashion hingga artis tato. Stan Tauzia Equal Chance – program CSR Tauzia juga akan hadir untuk mendorong para tamu agar dapat berbagi kepada anak jalanan yang kurang mampu.

“Bazaar akan dibuka mulai pukul 10 pagi bersamaan dengan kompetisi grafiti. Untuk menghibur para tamu, kami juga menyediakan pertunjukan musik dari Jakarta BeatBox, Scaller, Animal Pop Family, DJ Novi, Sweaters & Vira Talisa,” kutip Narantara Sitepu, YELLO Brand Manager – Tauzia Hotel Management.

Dance battle & YELLO Roar – pertujukan perkusi khas YELLO Hotel oleh para staf juga akan menjadi bagian penting dari keseluruhan acara.

Untuk upacara peresmian hotel, akan hadir perwakilan dari Tauzia Hotel Management, Agung Sedayu Group – selaku pemilik hotel dan juga Hotel Manager untuk sesi penyemprotan pilox sebagai bentuk penyerahan hotel ke pihak management. “Berbagai selebriti grafiti dari Indonesia & Prancis akan turut meramaikan event ini, termasuk Kongo, Fenx, Colorz, Tilt, Mist, Darbotz, Stereoflow, Farhan Siki, Soni Irawan & Tutu.”

Nama-nama besar ini juga akan ikut berpartisipasi sebagai juri yang akan membantu memberikan penilaian pada setiap hasil karya para kontestan.

Kegiatan yang ditunggu-tunggu selanjutnya adalah ‘graffiti jam’ oleh Smoke & Sidvizeus – hasil kurasi Gardu House, salah satu komunitas street art terbesar di Indonesia.

YELLO ‘Off Da Wall’ juga didukung oleh Museum Nasional, d’gallerie Jakarta dan Institut Francais Indonesia.

YELLO Hotels, a 3-star economic hotel for tech-friendly travelers with a sense of style looking to Get Wired! There will be 13 hotels with 2,135 rooms by 2020 with locations in Surabaya, Jakarta, Tangerang, Nusa Tenggara Timur, Yogyakarta, Sukabumi, Bandung, Bali & Semarang. To find out more, check out yellohotels.com

Established in 2001, Tauzia Hotel Management is a network of 113 hotels in operation & development under the brands of WorldHotels – a master franchise in luxury segment, Preference Hotels – a label for a collection of charm hotels, HARRIS Hotels – midscale hotels featuring healthy lifestyle concept, YELLO Hotels – the netizen’s new economic hotels & POP! Hotels – eco-friendly hotel for smart travelers in budget segment. Along with hotel management services, Tauzia provides Estate Management & consulting services with a vision to build a blend of culture in management style and product management as well as services while promoting cultural diversity in the hospitality business. Find out more at @tauziahotels and tauzia.com

La Hoya Comida Mexicana – For Tex Mex Lovers

Tidak banyak restoran Meksiko di Jakarta, maka ketika berkunjung ke La Hoya Comida Mexicana, seperti menemukan “oase” di belantara kuliner Jakarta. Berlokasi di Gandaria City Gandaria City Mall, restoran ini tidak hanya menawarkan makanan khas Meksiko, tapi juga menyajikan atmosfer Amerika Utara, dengan live band yang memainkan lagu-lagu Latin. Saat ini ada acara “Latin Jazz Night” setiap Sabtu malam, mulai jam 19.00 WIB.

La Hoya adalah restoran baru yang dikelola oleh Arena Corp, yang sudah terlebih dahulu membuka sejumlah restoran yang sudah populer, sebutlah Seribu Rasa, Hong Kong Cafe, Delika, Tatsuya, dan Penang Bistro. Jadi, sebetulnya, mereka sudah terbiasa dengan mengelola restoran kelas atas dengan manajemen yang solid – yang membedakan adalah temanya.

Restoran ini cukup mewah, dekorasinya yang sangat khas Latino, termasuk air mancur yang mengundang perhatian, membuatnya menjadi unik. Ruangan terbagi dua, indoor dan outdoor. Yang pertama tentu cocok untuk keluarga, sementara di outdoor yang diperbolehkan untuk merokok, sangat pas untuk hang out bersama teman-teman – di mana live band ada di sini.  

Meksiko memiliki makanan khas dengan cita rasa yang khas. Siapa yang tak kenal nachos atau burritos, yang cukup lekat dengan lidah orang Indonesia. Atau, tacos, kudapan yang terdiri atas gulungan atau lipatan tortila yang diisi dengan berbagai macam bahan di dalamnya.

Yup, semua makanan khas tersebut bisa ditemui di La Hoya. Restoran ini menyajikan makanan Mexican ala Tex-Mex style, mulai dari salad, chicken wings, nachos, tacos, burritos, churros, soup, steak, dan lain-lain, yang dibandrol mulai dari Rp 33.000 hingga Rp 235.000. Mereka juga menyajikan minuman, mulai dari non alkokol, hingga alkohol, termasuk bir, cocktail, dan wine, dengan harga mulai dari Rp 12.000 hingga Rp 125.000 per gelas. Jangan lupa tequila dan cocktail margarita yang menjadi andalan restoran Latin tersebut.

Soal porsi, jangan bayangkan besar ala porsi orang-orang bule, karena di sini sudah disesuaikan dengan porsi orang-orang lokal Indonesia. Jadi, pas. Buen provecho!

LA HOYA Comida Mexicana

Gandaria City Mall

Mainstreet Dining, Level G, Unit MG 31 – 32

Jl. KH. M. Syafii Hadzani No.8, Kebayoran Lama, Jakarta 12240

Phone: (+6221) 29236458