Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) is a culture-based recreational area located in East Jakarta, Indonesia. It's an extensive park that showcases the diverse cultures and traditions of Indonesia, including its culinary heritage. Although TMII itself doesn't have a specific food history, it represents the collective culinary history of the Indonesian archipelago. Inside the park, there are pavilions representing each province, where visitors can enjoy traditional dishes from all over the country. This has made TMII a melting pot of Indonesian cuisine, where food is an essential part of the cultural experience.
Address: TMII Cultural Park, East Jakarta
Famous Dish: Rawon (Non-Veg) - A dark beef soup from East Java, traditionally made without beef.
Address: TMII Cultural Park, East Jakarta
Famous Dish: Rendang (Non-Veg) - Slow-cooked meat (traditionally beef, but chicken versions exist) in coconut milk and spice mixture.
Address: TMII Cultural Park, East Jakarta
Famous Dish: Nasi Timbel (Can be veg or non-veg) - Rice wrapped in banana leaves, typically served with fried chicken, tofu, tempeh, and fresh vegetables.
Address: TMII Cultural Park, East Jakarta
Famous Dish: Gudeg (Veg) - A traditional sweet and savory dish from Yogyakarta made from young jackfruit.
Address: TMII Cultural Park, East Jakarta
Famous Dish: Kerak Telor (Veg) - A Betawi-style omelette that combines glutinous rice with egg, served with serundeng (fried coconut), fried shallots, and dried shrimp, has vegetarian options available.