Amanaia Satrio is not merely a restaurant. it is a serene retreat where nature, architecture and gastronomy harmonise. Inspired by Balinese and Japanese aesthetics, its design creates a tropical sanctuary amidst Jakarta’s high-rises. Managing Director Kalvin Lie shares with Indonesia Design the vision behind this oasis and his plans for its future.
What inspired you to lead a restaurant chain?
I grew up surrounded by the F&B industry, working part- time at McDonald’s, Subway, and Hilton Hotel in Australia. That early exposure to hospitality made a lasting impact. After returning to Indonesia, I spent a few years in banking but soon realised my passion lay in creating…