For the residents of Java, Bali and Madura islands, tumpeng (a cone-shaped serving of yellow rice accompanied by assorted side dishes) is synonymous with joyful celebrations.

What is Tumpeng in English?

Tumpeng: the cone shaped rice surrounded by assorted Indonesian dishes. Course.

What religion is Tumpeng?

Tumpeng is an integral part of the Javanese traditional ceremony slametan. Slametan can be defined as a ritual to ask for safety in all aspects of life from God, and it has been the main ceremony of the Javanese religion (Newberry, 2007).