BURGO BURGER JAKARTA

If you are burger enthusiasts, be happy to face the fact that more and more gourmet burger joints are opening in town, they might not always be in the form of actual outlet, some prefer the fun and unique food trucks, but in whatever form that is, I always burgers my kriptonyte. Flashback to many years ago, the actual burger that I like besides McD's Fillet O'Fish (which by the way is BACK), and the one I used to call "mobile burger", it's mobile because the burgerman drove the stall along with the bicycle and I remember I was always so anticipated and excited with his coming, whenever I hear the trumpet, I would just ask money from my mom (I sometimes even stole, but I was too little to know that I was stealing LOL). It was cheap, and satifying, and now that I am older, it was actually not cooked properly and rather dirty, oh well memories :).

I am so excited about this new burger house which just opened its door for public around a month ago (as this post is written), so may I introduce you guys to BURGO BURGER!

Burgo Burger is located in the Puri Mansion complex, when you make your way from the main entrance, you'll see a small manmade fountain, turn right to the array of clusters and shop houses, and when you see Indomaret, Burgo is located just a few houses away! The black colored building and huge Burgo sign will make it easily noticable.

As you make your way in, you’ll notice this pattern of Tapak Gunung on the floor made from the monochromatic color scheme. Burgo is not exactly spacious, the whole area could accomodate upto 50 people, and there’s not much going on with the design, but that’s honestly something that I like. Lately I have been into simple looking restaurants, the thing that counts to me the most has got to be the food, the design and interior are just the extras. The design however was simple and clean with chessboard inspired themed floor, a little bit of industrial feeling mixed with a little Victorian from the ceiling.

Specializing itself as a gourmet burger restaurants and dedicate itself to burger lovers, Burgo hopes to satisfy everyone’s craving for THE burger. WTF my sentence just sounded like a freaking press release LOL. I came here with my sis and her boyfriend (I need more people to help me dig in) and we shared some of their best selling food and drinks here! Now the question is, is it really THE burger?

Burgo Three Chili Burger – IDR 78k

The Burgo Three Chili Burger consist of 130 gram house grind Australian beef patty, chipotle aioli, tangy green chili, cilantro relish and served with deep fried fries as the sidedish. Short to say, this was the fresher and a fun interpretation of green chili, the hint of sour flavor was pleasing to me, and for me, it really elevated the flavor to this unique taste, and after taste after every bite. I literally had no complaint towards the patty as it was very divine when it comes to that perfectly cooked tender and juicy patty, and not to mention, the good basic seasoning of the beef patty.

When it comes to cooking meat like steaks or beef patty, it’s important not to put too much of the basic seasoning because you really want to keep the original meat flavor (and that juice omg), especially when the burger dish itself is already pretty saucy with different toppings.

The case with the Three Chili Burger and all the burgers I tried here, I can still taste that beautiful texture of the meat and the “meaty” flavor, even after the rich sauce topping. In a nutshell, the beef patties were GORGEOUS.

Burgo Five Chili Burger – IDR 78k

Just when you think the Three Chili is not enough for you, here comes the FIVE CHILI BURGER! Hands down this was my favorite dish that day! Everything about this dish was pretty good, I would refer this as “the delicious safe option perfect for everyone”. When it comes to the level of spiciness of a dish, it’s pretty relative to everyone, but to me it was good without burning my palate! The melted cheese gave that a hint of salty flavor as well as the sticky texture that we all love, I honestly think it was the chili shallot that really gave that extra something special to the overall flavor, I was happy to still experienced that very well balanced salty-spicy and savory flavor. The beef patty again, amazing!

Burgo Memphis MacDaddy – IDR 78k
NOW ALL PORK LOVERS GATHER HERE! How often do you have pork burger?  Well if you’re a virgin to it, read this carefully:

It’s MANDATORY that you had Burgo’s first! It was (another) really good dish with the mix of pork to the patty, topped with the griddled mac and cheese, onion rings (more simple version) and dressed in their signature homemade BBQ sauce. I love how the mac and cheese had this light flavor and the mushy and gooey texture, instead of the very cheesy one that could potentially bloated me. The BBQ sauce was rich, flavor and given pretty generously for a single dish. This was a non-spicy dish, I would be more than happy to mix this with our good old chili sauce and just like that *snap* it’s uhmazing!

Elvis Milkshake – IDR 32k

Their signature Elvis Milkshake is the classic blend of chocolate, peanut butter and banana. Texture wise, it was quite thick and fulfilling, flavor wise, interesting blend of the three ingredients without appealing too sweet!

Amazing burgers, affordable price, this better do good or else I don’t know what’s going on with you. I seriously have good hopes for Burgo as well as how much I hoped they keep their performance consistent. It’s just the first month of the year and I already found one of my new flavors places to dine! Thank you and congrats, Burgo!

Burgo Burger

Rukan Puri Mansion Blok B19

Jalan Lingkar Luar Barat, Kembangan 11610

Opening hours:

Sun-Thu: 10:30 AM-10 PM

Fri-Sat: 10:30 AM-11 PM

Dresscode: casual

Average spending for two: IDR 300k

Map for Burgo Jakarta

LATTERIA GELATO PANTAI INDAH KAPUK

For the last few years, ice cream - whether in form of traditional gelato to soft-serve -- has contributed so much to Jakarta’s F&B scene, and the number of ice cream shops opening in town is just getting crazier, and the creations are even more! Ice cream might be dominating the f&b scene at the moment, but the thing is, they have been an important part of my life, especially my childhood, and no matter what, the good old gelato has always been my favorite.

Welcoming the newest establishment to the PIK neighborhood and I promise you’ll love this one: LATTERIA GELATO! I came to their soft opening a few days ago and I want to share my experience with you here, just keep on reading but don’t forget to prepare your napkin as the gelato is SO SICK looking you’ll crave!

If you’ve been following me forever, I think you should know how OBSESSED I am with ice creams, I don’t go for the bullshit so-so ice creams, I like those fatty full-cream ones like Haagen Dazs, GROM or Cold Stone, or else I will feel like my calories are so wasted. Latteria is located precisely beside The Cup Korean restaurant, and it’s easily noticeable from the huge “Latteria” and the cow logo placed on the building. To my surprise, they really gave extra attention to the interior design, it might be the fanciest ice cream shop in town as they have actual seatings for people on the two-stories building, rumor has it that by time, there will be food on the menu.

 After making your entrance, you’ll be greeted with huge mural illustration of words and cones

The design was somehow simple yet industrial with earthy materials majorly used for the interior. I toured the whole shop, the huge ice cream display is located at the first level the second level was not entirely ready as there’s still some last finishing details, but I had a good feeling it’s gonna turn out awesome.

 

There are 20 ice cream flavors available on the display right now, and to keep you excited with their ideas, 5 of the flavors will be rolled out at certain times!

 Major icecream porn coming!

 Deez Nutz - Hazelnut Chocolate Gelato, Chocolate Crunch and Homemade Nutella

I didn't try every single flavor, but I managed to try 6 flavors out of the amazing looking 20 and they were:

Clockwise: Ba Da Bing, Perfect Match, Dragon Fruit, Coconut Lychee

 Clockwise: Dama Bianca, Opposite Attract (Vanilla and Brownie), Galayo (Yogurt Gelato with Strawberry Compote), Lemon Sorbet

 Clockwise: Melon Sorbet, Not So Complicated, Oreogasm, Pistachio

 Clockwise: Coffee Break (Caramel, Coffee and Cashew), Rocky Road, Number 2, That Asian Guy

My favorite is probably the Jack and Rose for that beautiful balance and mix of rose flavor and pistachio, Malaga for that rich rum flavor, Deez Nutz was also pretty good for I am an avid fan of Nutella and Hazelnut (how can you go wrong with those?), and if you prefer something coffee-ish, root for their Coffee Break, the flavor was pretty rich and well-balanced. If you're more into sorbet, go for the lemon sorbet, it was refreshing, I expected the melon one to have more icy texture instead of creamy.

Pricing? IDR 38k for two scoops and IDR 50k for three is clearly NOT BAD for a premium artisan gelato. Clearly much cheaper that Haagen Dazs or Cold Stone, and yes I think they’re worth comparing.

Latteria Gelato and Dessert Bar
Ruko Crown Golf Blok D No. 39
Bukit Golf Mediterania, Pantai Indah Kapuk
Jakarta Utara 14460
Average spending for two: IDR 100k
Dresscode: casual

WEEKEND BRUNCH WITH TOURISM VICTORIA AT ST. ALI JAKARTA - PHOTO BLOG

Yesterday I attended the weekend brunch held at St. Ali Jakarta by the Tourism of Victoria, there was a lot of fun as the event was filled with so many foodie friends, coffee knowledge and showcases, and a lot of eating (of course). You know those events where it’s filled with friends and mutuals, and makes you feel belong in an event and this was it.

Besides the invited guests, being the most talked about hotspot at the moment, St. Ali was filled with long waiting list and curious guests (who I assume ex Melbournians and virgins LOL).

I have reviewed St. Ali on my previous post, click here to read the full review

This post won’t be filled with a lot of words and mostly pictures! Enjoy the photo diary <3.

Ben Morrow (middle), the latte art master and Yoshua Tanu (right), the owner of Common Grounds and St. Ali Jakarta

MattPerger, a world champion coffee brewer, who looks unbelievably like Justin Timberlake

Aston Utan (owner of Common Grounds and St. Ali) and Chef Mark Richardson, executive chef of St. Ali

Manual brewing demonstration by Justin, err I mean Matt Perger

JUSTIN!!!

Latte art demo by the one and only Ben Morrow!

Foodies in action!

LOVE!

Thank you Tourism Victoria and St. Ali, and the awesome friends from Common Grounds for having me at your event!

St. Ali Jakarta Review -> HERE

St. Ali
Setiabudi 2 Building #1A (near main entrance) and beside Foodhall
Jalan H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. 62
Jakarta Selatan 12920
Dresscode: casual