Explore CuisineAcross Indonesia

From Sabang to Merauke, discover the unique flavors, ingredients, and culinary traditions that make each region of Indonesia so special.

Regions of Indonesia

Indonesia is home to thousands of islands and hundreds of ethnic groups, each with its own culinary identity. Browse the regional overview and the cultural stories currently published for each region. Some regions do not have published stories yet.

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A winding river through the tropical rainforest of Kalimantan

Kalimantan

Soto Banjar, wadi, lawa, kue bingka, and nasi bekepor

No published stories about Kalimantan yet. The dishes above are a regional overview.

Traditional Torajan Tongkonan houses in the Sulawesi highlands

Sulawesi

Coto Makassar, pallubasa, cakalang fufu, and tinutuan

No published stories about Sulawesi yet. The dishes above are a regional overview.

Pura Ulun Danu Beratan beside a calm Balinese highland lake

Bali & Nusa Tenggara

Babi guling, ayam betutu, sate rembiga, and jagung bose

No published stories about Bali & Nusa Tenggara yet. The dishes above are a regional overview.

The turquoise waters, forested islands, and volcano of the Banda Islands

Maluku

Ikan kuah pala, papeda, gohu ikan, and sagu lempeng

No published stories about Maluku yet. The dishes above are a regional overview.

Traditional honai houses in Papua's green Baliem Valley

Papua

Papeda, ikan bakar Manokwari, sate ulat sagu, and aunu ula

No published stories about Papua yet. The dishes above are a regional overview.

Every Region, Every Story

Behind every dish is a story of people, culture, and nature.

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