Pairing Gado-Gado correctly — a note on es teh manis iced sweet tea

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Gado-Gado. I ordered it with es teh manis iced sweet tea and the rich and coconut-forward elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. kecap manis sweet soy in particular became more prominent in a good way.

rendang from West Sumatra is consistently voted one of the world's most delicious dishes. The a family feast table is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Gado-Gado with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.