The Holiday Season Begins at The Peninsula Manila...

A massive Christmas Tree lights up gracing the elegant lobby with a festive vibe. The holiday season begins at The Peninsula Manila...

The Peninsula Manila formally starts the holiday season with the much-awaited annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony last November 8, 2019 with the children from Make-A-Wish Foundation Philippines and the Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra. In the grand style of The Peninsula Manila, the holidays are welcomed with festive lights and treats as The Lobby becomes the metro's favorite meeting place this Christmas...

Dreamers on the High Seas: SeaKing by Superb Catch, Inc. Celebrates 20 Years of Smooth Sailings with New Product Offerings

"All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them."

Walt Disney's memorable quote continues to drive Superb Catch, Inc. and their flagship brand, SeaKing, to reach ever higher in their quest to provide the very best fresh seafood products in the country. It's an inspiring story that began twenty years ago when four siblings began de-boning fish harvested from their father's fish pond at home and hauling the fresh catch to various wet markets. You can say it was a company built with their bare hands, hard work, resilience and perseverance, all essential ingredients in creating a successful enterprise in the tried and tested old-fashioned way.

Today, the Uy siblings are at the helm of the leading milkfish and salmon supplier in the Philippines. As Superb Catch, Inc. celebrates 20 years of growth driven by their brand, SeaKing, consumers and customers both here and abroad can expect even more exciting things from the Uy siblings...

Sparkling Holidays at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila

This coming holiday season, the festive Christmas sparkle shines brightest this side of the metro...at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila.

Marco Polo Ortigas Manila formally launched their Yuletide celebrations with a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony last Thursday, November 7, 2019 with special guest and Secretary of the Department of Tourisim, Bernadette Romulo-Puyat. The evening sparkled to open up the much-awaited season...at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila.

More Than Dim Sum and Dumplings: Paradise Dynasty Celebrates its 3rd Anniversary in the Philippines

Three years ago, local diners had a taste of authentic and innovative dim sum creations combining both the rich culinary legacy and imperial culture of China with a modern spin. Today, these intricate xiao long bao specialties along with their signature Chef's Creations continue to be as popular as ever at Paradise Dynasty...

Paradise Dynasty celebrates three years of flavorful experiences in the country centered around their world-famous xiao long bao, a robust legacy that continues to gain popularity as one of the metro's prominent dining establishments. With its strong regional presence in Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, Hong Kong, China and Taiwan, Paradise Dynasty solidifies it's position in the Philippines with its three branches anchored by its flagship restaurant in S' Maison at Conrad Manila. As Paradise Dynasty celebrates a significant milestone, read on for a tasty look back at some of their signature dishes...

The Return of the Premium Hong Kong Golden Roasted Goose at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila's Lung Hin

It's back, and it's roasting from November all the way to February next year...

Lung Hin at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila announces the return of the premium Hong Kong Golden Roasted Goose starting November 2, 2019 to February 3, 2020 covering all the seasonal celebrations this year and the next. It's a culinary treat you've come to expect from a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star property (for more on my experience at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila's rating as one of the world's finest five-star properties by the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide, see my post Exceptional Service That Exceeds Expectations: A Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Staycation at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila). Time to welcome the return of a classic...at Lung Hin.

#SangriaWineNot: Tapas, Sangrias and Spanish Cuisine at Ponce in Quezon City

Some days just call for a refreshing sangria. It is, in fact, the answer to a question that you've already long forgotten after another round. So have another along with some tapas and spend a Spanish afternoon without driving all the way to the usual destination down south in Makati or Bonifacio Global City. You'll find all the essential elements for that laid-back Spanish afternoon or evening, and then some, right here at Ponce...

The bustling neighborhood of Quezon City welcomes its newest dining destination with that cool Spanish vibe at Ponce, and it's the perfect spot for that late afternoon tipple of sangrias and tapas. Come on in for a round or two, better yet, stay for lunch or dinner and indulge in a mouthwatering array of Spanish dishes...at Ponce.

#EatsForEveryone: World Class Cuisine Under One Roof at My South Hall by Chef Josh Boutwood

The fast casual dining and food hall scene continues to grow in popularity among urban dwellers, and there's no slowing down for this emerging trend. And one food hall elevates the dining experience with a wide food selection, a modern yet homey ambience and excellent customer service backed by some of the iconic names in the local food business...

Chef Josh Boutwood and The Bistro Group collaborate for their own version of the ultimate food hall, My South Hall by Chef Josh Boutwood, at S' Maison. The new dining concept features a diverse and varied array of kitchen counters offering some of today's popular and most craved cuisines. Think of it as world-class cuisine under one roof...at My South Hall by Chef Josh Boutwood.

Seafood Soiree: A Tribute to Auguste Escoffier by CCA ICDE Master Chef Jeff Brouck at Lemuria

The delicate flavors of the day's freshest catch is transformed into masterfully executed dishes in a special tribute to one of the most respected culinary icons at Lemuria...

CCA ICDE Master Chef Jeff Brouck takes the helm at Lemuria in one memorable evening for a special dinner tribute to Auguste Escoffier, showcasing the freshest flavors from the sea dubbed Seafood Soiree. The lavish four-course dinner at Lemuria highlighted intricate culinary techniques to bring out the fresh and clean notes of the seafood for an inspired take in honor of the man who started it all. And the elegant Lemuria at BGC is the perfect stage for the tribute (for more on Lemuria in BGC, see my posts, The Secret's Out: Take Five at Arya Plaza for the Best Al Fresco Dining in BGC and And Your 2019 Young Talents Escoffier Winner Is...).

Halloween Indulgence by Park Avenue Desserts

Halloween is just around the corner, why not elevate your trick or treat game? Or indulge yourself with some spooky decadence?

Park Avenue Desserts celebrates Halloween with a lavish selection of sinful treats. Think of it as Halloween without the tricks, just pure treats. Ready to change your trick or treat game? Read on...

Craving for Pizza? Make Your Own Pizza at the Greenwich Pizza Making Camp...

A great tasting pizza always brings good times with family and friends. But did you know you can have double the fun when you make your own pizza? You can, with the Greenwich Pizza Making Camp...

Greenwich introduces a unique concept where diners can fully experience their love for pizza with the Greenwich Pizza Making Camp, an innovative program that's perfect for birthdays, team building, barkada bonding or just for the sheer fun of it. The immersive pizza making experience takes you through the step-by-step process behind the great-tasting pizzas of Greenwich. Ready to make some pizza? Read on for a peek at the Greenwich Pizza Making Camp...