Food & Music
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gado gado
mie bakso pangsit
ikan bakar
Food
mie ayam
manggis
ayam goreng
Food
Food in Indonesia are a blend of local ingredients and centuries of trade. As an archipelago, coconut and seafood are in abundance. Most prominent influence to the cuisine are Indian and Chinese.
Food are eaten in one plate, white rice with vegetables and proteins such as fish or tempeh. There's almost always a dash of sambal too. As a side impact of popular culture, Italian and Japanese restaurants are easy to find in big cities.
Music
Top genres in Indonesia.
Indo pop
Trendy, rather mainstream easy-listening music.
Recommended use:
- Generic
- Weddings
- Concerts
- Events
- Cafe, restaurant
Band
Western-influenced bands with Indonesian unique colours.
Recommended use:
- Concerts
- Music events
- Festival
Indie
The term indie in the world of Indonesian music is generally associated with the flow of music and a calm atmosphere at dusk with a cup of coffee.
Recommended use:
- Cafes
- Festivals
- Events
- Chill vibe
Dangdut
A genre of Indonesian dance and folk music originated from Java.
Dangdut is partly derived and fused from Hindustani, Arabic, Malay music, and to lesser extent, local folk music.
Recommended use:
- Party
- Events
- Concert
Keroncong
Old-fashioned folk music by most Indonesian youth. An adaptation of a Portuguese musical tradition
Recommended use:
- More popular for the older generation
Gamelan
An Indonesian orchestra consisting of percussion instruments, such as gongs or chimes, etc
Recommended use:
- Artistic performances
- Traditional activities
- Religious rituals
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