Supermarket in South Jakarta Fills Organic Gap

"The term "organic" within a restaurant's name might be a little intimidating for passersby.

Co-owner of Healthy Choice restaurant Steven Lie explodes the myth that organic food is less tasty than other food.

"There is no difference in taste between nonorganic food and organic. The only difference is the latter is healthier to consume because the ingredients have not been sprayed with pesticides nor given a hormonal injection," he said.

Organic food should be free of sugar, pesticides, preservatives, chemicals, gluten, trans fats, monosodium glutamate (MSG) and hormonal injections: everything-free except for the price.

Steven said that the plants and animals are raised minus the chemicals or pesticides.

The Healthy Choice in Kemang, South Jakarta, is a three-in-one hub. As you enter the place it is a supermarket where you can find everything from onions, garlic and carrots to maple syrup, plus a counter for bread."

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