Indonesian Spice Routes to Paris

About this episode

This episode explores the influence of the spice trade on modern culinary practices in Paris through the story of Eka Moncarre and her cultural initiatives.

They say the spice trade changed the world — today, its legacy is shaping the streets of Paris. In this episode, we sit down with Eka Moncarre, the driving force behind La Maison de l’Indonésie, a cultural and culinary space bringing the flavors of the Indonesian archipelago to France. From her Peranakan Bangka roots to the release of her celebrated new cookbook, we trace a modern spice route connecting Indonesia and the City of Light. It’s a story of heritage, migration, and how food carries...

People in this episode

Host: Jeff Keasberry

Guest: Eka Moncarre

Topics covered

• spice trade
• culinary heritage
• migration
• Indonesian culture
• Paris
• cookbook

Keywords

• spice routes
• Indonesian cuisine
• cultural exchange
• cookbook
• migration
• Peranakan

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: La Maison de l’Indonésie

Places: Indonesia, Paris, Bangka

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