An afternoon meal at the famous Hotel Des Indes in Batavia with waiters

The video discusses the role of tropical forests in providing ingredients for Indonesian cuisine, particularly for Indian meals. It highlights the European interest in these culinary delights, especially at the Hotel des Indes in Jakarta. The preparation of Indian meals requires 44 different ingredients, both plant and animal-based. Some ingredients are so spicy that Westerners need refreshing drinks to consume them.

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