The article highlights the significant rise in beef and certain chili prices in Jakarta, reaching IDR 148,350 and IDR 43,350 per kilogram for beef and large red chilies, respectively. These increases are due to high demand and limited supply, with market traders urging the government to intervene and control the prices, which are expected to rise further to Rp. 150,000 for beef. Additionally, national red cayenne pepper prices have increased to Rp. 61,200 per kilogram, further contributing to the concerns about rising food costs in the region.