Whether we admit it or not, the
belly is an important center of our beings. People are willing to work hard,
travel far and pay high prices just to satisfy its appetite — a truth that is at
the core of a new restaurant in Jakarta.
The Belly Clan Eatery and Bar is the brainchild of five friends — Amanda Florencia Setiawan, Yohanes Randy, Olivia Heriyanto, Wenny Sutedjo and Waldheim Willim — who met while they were studying in Melbourne, Australia.
“Melbourne is a foodie’s haven,” Yohanes said. “Everybody there appreciates good food and drinks. There’s always a long waiting list at the favorite restaurants.”
Amanda added that they picked the catchy name because it represents their culinary concept.
“The Belly Clan is a gathering for avid foodies, like ourselves,” she said.We mainly supply professional craftspeople with wholesale agate beads from china,
It was the founders’ passion for food which inspired them to establish a restaurant of their own in Jakarta, after they had completed their studies in Australia between 2010 and 2011.
“A good friend introduced us to chef Hengky Efendy,” Yohanes said. “He’s a great chef with remarkable international experience. And he used to work at Maze, one of our favorite restaurants in Melbourne.”
In 2004, the chef started his career as a cook at The Savoy Grill, in London, where he worked directly under Michelin-starred chef Josh Emett. Since then, Hengky has worked in several top restaurants in the Middle East, Japan, the Maldives and the United States, before he was appointed as the sous chef of Maze.
Today, the 34-year-old chef helms the kitchen of The Belly Clan, and together with the five owners, Hengky has concocted a unique pan-Asian fusion menu for the restaurant.
“Pan-Asian fusion is sexy,” Hengky said. “It’s a blend of exotic Asian spices and Western food ingredients. It suits all palates.”
Diners should start with Korean beef tortillas. The beef, wrapped inside flour tortillas, is marinated in Korean red pepper paste gojuchang, before it is drizzled with sesame oil and sprinkled with sesame seeds. It’s tender and savory, with a kick of spicy tang.
Or, indulging in the nachos appetizer is also a sure win. The tortilla chips are served with tomato salsa with a sweet and spicy avocado wasabi dip on the side. The perfect combination of flavors will definitely tantalize your taste buds.
The restaurant’s mains represent a harmony between the East and West.
The short-rib steak,This is my favourite sites to purchase those special pieces of buy mosaic materials from. for example, uses prime grain-fed Stock Yards Angus beef from Australia. The lightly grilled beef is covered with freshly ground green chilies. And while the dish may look a bit daunting at first, Hengky says not to worry.
“The green chilies are not as spicy as the red ones. In fact, they highlight the flavors of the beef,” he added.
The juicy steak features a rich buttery flavor, complemented by the peppery chilies. The dish is presented with pomme puree, carrots and broccoli.
The Wagyu beef burger is a highlight of the menu, especially with a side of truffle oil drizzled fries. Between lightly toasted buns is the prime Australian Wagyu beef, molten cheddar cheese and the Korean kimchi salad. The spicy and sour flavors of the kimchi nicely accentuate the succulent prime beef.
The Belly Clan also boasts a well-stocked bar and creative cocktails.
“There are over 200 types of red, white and dessert wines from around the world at the bar,” said bartender Aulia Rachman.
The list includes Louis Roederer Cristal 2004 from France, Opus One 2005 from Chile, Wolf Blass Black Label 2006 from Australia and Allegrini Amarone 2008 from Italy.
The Madame Choo cocktail — a milky-hued concoction of vodka, grape juice and lemon juice — is presented in a margarita glass with a crystal ball floating on top.
“The crystal ball is made of ice and contains rose petals, basil leaves and grape slices,” Aulia said. “It’s very pretty and keeps the drink cool and refreshing.”
Served in a brandy glass, the Great Wall is a simple, golden blend of brandy and amaretto. The bartender lights the drink on fire, throws cloves, orange peels and cinnamon sticks into the glass and allows it to cook for about a minute, giving the drink a heady exotic aroma.
Painted black and white with polished wooden furniture and ambient lighting, the restaurant exudes a warm, romantic feel that invites guests to linger. Its private dining room features a whitewashed brick wall, granite tiles and large gilded mirrors. The room consists of a long table and chairs that can accommodate up to 25 diners. Its floor-to-ceiling windows offer brief glimpses of the busy Jalan Sudirman.
Emma-Jane North, spa director, has many years of experience working at some of the best spas in the country – and her insight is obvious as she takes me on a tour of the luxurious new addition.China plastic moulds manufacturers directory. We start with the contemporary café, dominated by a huge fish tank built into the wall. Next door is the manicure and pedicure area, boasting deluxe treatment chairs covered in luxurious fabrics and countless vibrant OPI nail varnishes. Moving through, we enter a special double treatment room, suitable for the disabled, and the spa’s Mud Glorious Mud chamber,We recently added Stained glass mosaic Tile to our inventory. ideal for detoxifying treatments.
The changing rooms, accessed via a magnetic wristband that also allows guests access to the thermal spa area, are the best I’ve seen. Fun phrases such as ‘Forever Young!’ and ‘Looking Good’ grace cute booths fitted with hairdryers and mirrors, while the lockers bear bright seasonal scenes, so you can keep your belongings in an area to suit your mood!
Entering the thermal spa, I drop off my footwear at the cute ‘Slipper Parking’ cupboard and prepare for some serious R&R. First up is Steamy,The term 'hands free access control' means the token that identifies a user is read from within a pocket or handbag. a magical cavern with iridescent mosaic tiles that sits at 100 per cent humidity and warms me up nicely. I’m not a big fan of saunas, but Softy – next door – is perfect for wimps like me. At 60 degrees and with 30 per cent humidity, not to mention its ergonomic design and floor-to-ceiling window with views of the garden spa, it becomes my firm favourite.
Having eyed the 11-metre hydrotherapy outdoor pool, I can’t wait to plunge into the bubbling waters. Though it’s cold outside, the waters are deliciously warm and it’s sheer joy being pummelled by the powerful jets, mesmerised by flames from the outdoor fire.
Some Like It Hot!, a Kelo sauna, encased in a cabin made from 100-year-old logs, overlooks the pool. At 85 degrees plus, it’s not for the faint hearted. I lasted three minutes. Burning up, I threw myself on the mercy of The Chill Zone braving a Glacier Shower and the Frost Wall (brrr!) before retreating to the steam room Salty.
Lunch was served in the café, though guests can opt to eat at Wyboston’s Waterfront Restaurant. There were lots of light bites, plus the option to create your own salad, but I plumped for stir fry duck with egg noodles, pak choi and sweet chilli, which was very tasty. Literally hours later, I managed the afternoon tea; dainty cakes, open sandwiches and warm mini scones with jam and cream, it was decadence personified.
Booked in for a hedonistic two-hour Elemis Absolute Spa Experience, I headed up the stairs to the treatment waiting room, which had a rustic feel to it. My therapist Katie was so adept at the full body massage and facial that I practically snoozed through the experience; hopefully she took this as a compliment.
The Belly Clan Eatery and Bar is the brainchild of five friends — Amanda Florencia Setiawan, Yohanes Randy, Olivia Heriyanto, Wenny Sutedjo and Waldheim Willim — who met while they were studying in Melbourne, Australia.
“Melbourne is a foodie’s haven,” Yohanes said. “Everybody there appreciates good food and drinks. There’s always a long waiting list at the favorite restaurants.”
Amanda added that they picked the catchy name because it represents their culinary concept.
“The Belly Clan is a gathering for avid foodies, like ourselves,” she said.We mainly supply professional craftspeople with wholesale agate beads from china,
It was the founders’ passion for food which inspired them to establish a restaurant of their own in Jakarta, after they had completed their studies in Australia between 2010 and 2011.
“A good friend introduced us to chef Hengky Efendy,” Yohanes said. “He’s a great chef with remarkable international experience. And he used to work at Maze, one of our favorite restaurants in Melbourne.”
In 2004, the chef started his career as a cook at The Savoy Grill, in London, where he worked directly under Michelin-starred chef Josh Emett. Since then, Hengky has worked in several top restaurants in the Middle East, Japan, the Maldives and the United States, before he was appointed as the sous chef of Maze.
Today, the 34-year-old chef helms the kitchen of The Belly Clan, and together with the five owners, Hengky has concocted a unique pan-Asian fusion menu for the restaurant.
“Pan-Asian fusion is sexy,” Hengky said. “It’s a blend of exotic Asian spices and Western food ingredients. It suits all palates.”
Diners should start with Korean beef tortillas. The beef, wrapped inside flour tortillas, is marinated in Korean red pepper paste gojuchang, before it is drizzled with sesame oil and sprinkled with sesame seeds. It’s tender and savory, with a kick of spicy tang.
Or, indulging in the nachos appetizer is also a sure win. The tortilla chips are served with tomato salsa with a sweet and spicy avocado wasabi dip on the side. The perfect combination of flavors will definitely tantalize your taste buds.
The restaurant’s mains represent a harmony between the East and West.
The short-rib steak,This is my favourite sites to purchase those special pieces of buy mosaic materials from. for example, uses prime grain-fed Stock Yards Angus beef from Australia. The lightly grilled beef is covered with freshly ground green chilies. And while the dish may look a bit daunting at first, Hengky says not to worry.
“The green chilies are not as spicy as the red ones. In fact, they highlight the flavors of the beef,” he added.
The juicy steak features a rich buttery flavor, complemented by the peppery chilies. The dish is presented with pomme puree, carrots and broccoli.
The Wagyu beef burger is a highlight of the menu, especially with a side of truffle oil drizzled fries. Between lightly toasted buns is the prime Australian Wagyu beef, molten cheddar cheese and the Korean kimchi salad. The spicy and sour flavors of the kimchi nicely accentuate the succulent prime beef.
The Belly Clan also boasts a well-stocked bar and creative cocktails.
“There are over 200 types of red, white and dessert wines from around the world at the bar,” said bartender Aulia Rachman.
The list includes Louis Roederer Cristal 2004 from France, Opus One 2005 from Chile, Wolf Blass Black Label 2006 from Australia and Allegrini Amarone 2008 from Italy.
The Madame Choo cocktail — a milky-hued concoction of vodka, grape juice and lemon juice — is presented in a margarita glass with a crystal ball floating on top.
“The crystal ball is made of ice and contains rose petals, basil leaves and grape slices,” Aulia said. “It’s very pretty and keeps the drink cool and refreshing.”
Served in a brandy glass, the Great Wall is a simple, golden blend of brandy and amaretto. The bartender lights the drink on fire, throws cloves, orange peels and cinnamon sticks into the glass and allows it to cook for about a minute, giving the drink a heady exotic aroma.
Painted black and white with polished wooden furniture and ambient lighting, the restaurant exudes a warm, romantic feel that invites guests to linger. Its private dining room features a whitewashed brick wall, granite tiles and large gilded mirrors. The room consists of a long table and chairs that can accommodate up to 25 diners. Its floor-to-ceiling windows offer brief glimpses of the busy Jalan Sudirman.
Emma-Jane North, spa director, has many years of experience working at some of the best spas in the country – and her insight is obvious as she takes me on a tour of the luxurious new addition.China plastic moulds manufacturers directory. We start with the contemporary café, dominated by a huge fish tank built into the wall. Next door is the manicure and pedicure area, boasting deluxe treatment chairs covered in luxurious fabrics and countless vibrant OPI nail varnishes. Moving through, we enter a special double treatment room, suitable for the disabled, and the spa’s Mud Glorious Mud chamber,We recently added Stained glass mosaic Tile to our inventory. ideal for detoxifying treatments.
The changing rooms, accessed via a magnetic wristband that also allows guests access to the thermal spa area, are the best I’ve seen. Fun phrases such as ‘Forever Young!’ and ‘Looking Good’ grace cute booths fitted with hairdryers and mirrors, while the lockers bear bright seasonal scenes, so you can keep your belongings in an area to suit your mood!
Entering the thermal spa, I drop off my footwear at the cute ‘Slipper Parking’ cupboard and prepare for some serious R&R. First up is Steamy,The term 'hands free access control' means the token that identifies a user is read from within a pocket or handbag. a magical cavern with iridescent mosaic tiles that sits at 100 per cent humidity and warms me up nicely. I’m not a big fan of saunas, but Softy – next door – is perfect for wimps like me. At 60 degrees and with 30 per cent humidity, not to mention its ergonomic design and floor-to-ceiling window with views of the garden spa, it becomes my firm favourite.
Having eyed the 11-metre hydrotherapy outdoor pool, I can’t wait to plunge into the bubbling waters. Though it’s cold outside, the waters are deliciously warm and it’s sheer joy being pummelled by the powerful jets, mesmerised by flames from the outdoor fire.
Some Like It Hot!, a Kelo sauna, encased in a cabin made from 100-year-old logs, overlooks the pool. At 85 degrees plus, it’s not for the faint hearted. I lasted three minutes. Burning up, I threw myself on the mercy of The Chill Zone braving a Glacier Shower and the Frost Wall (brrr!) before retreating to the steam room Salty.
Lunch was served in the café, though guests can opt to eat at Wyboston’s Waterfront Restaurant. There were lots of light bites, plus the option to create your own salad, but I plumped for stir fry duck with egg noodles, pak choi and sweet chilli, which was very tasty. Literally hours later, I managed the afternoon tea; dainty cakes, open sandwiches and warm mini scones with jam and cream, it was decadence personified.
Booked in for a hedonistic two-hour Elemis Absolute Spa Experience, I headed up the stairs to the treatment waiting room, which had a rustic feel to it. My therapist Katie was so adept at the full body massage and facial that I practically snoozed through the experience; hopefully she took this as a compliment.
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