Discover Diverse Flavors with South African Wines at Planet Grapes

The colorful multi-ethnic diversity of South Africa, often called the Rainbow Nation, is reflected in both the rich soil and unique climate combining to create the world's eighth largest producer of wine. And for one evening, this diversity of flavors is experienced at Planet Grapes... 

Planet Grapes recently showcased the best of South African wines in a recent wine tasting last January 26, 2018 featuring four bold and unique expressions with the Ghost Corner Pinot Noir 2016, Cederburg Merlot Shiraz 2015, Lion Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2015, and the 88 Vineyards Merlot Medium Sweet. South African wines have long been regarded as the middle ground between the old world and the new with its distinct yet complex and elegant wines, and the selected wines that evening clearly reflected that heritage. Read on and discover the diverse flavors of South Africa... 

Fire Up Your Sundays with Sunday BBQ Brunch at Sage Bespoke Grill

It's a BBQ Brunch guaranteed to make Sundays even more exciting...

Sage Bespoke Grill fires up your Sundays with their gourmet Sunday BBQ Brunch with lavish offerings from delectable appetizers to savory mains from the carving stations all the way to desserts. Can't wait for Sunday? Read on and drool...

Eat. Drink. Sing. Celebrate. At The Red Piano Resto Lounge...

A comforting clam chowder in sourdough and a good steak capped by a few drinks and the soothing notes of a bright red piano...it's the perfect spot for a sumptuous bite to eat, drink, celebrate, and yes, even sing.

For owner Carlo S. Llave, it all started one night during a drinking session with his batchmates from De La Salle when, in a rare and special moment of clarity, the idea for The Red Piano Resto Lounge was conceptualized. With twenty of his batchmates, Carlo S. Llave set out to create a lounge where friends can hang out and chill, enjoy good food and drinks, at a place they can call their own.

Coffee with a Cool Kick at Tipsy Beans Coffee Pub

Tipsy Beans Coffee Pub redefines the coffee experience with a wide range of alcohol-infused beverages...it's coffee with a cool kick.

That additional layer of flavor tingles the palate and warms the body like a refreshing shot of vibrant energy with each flavorful sip, and Tipsy Beans Coffee Pub does coffee and alcohol with an inventive spin that will have you coming back for more for another round.

Tickle Your Fancy with Doghnuts by Tickled Pink

The local food truck scene wheels in an indulgent sweet treat with its newest addition to the growing fleet...

Tickled Pink enters the emerging food truck parade with a decadent selection of dazzling doughnuts in a tempting variety of colors and flavors guaranteed to tickle your fancy (for more on local food trucks, visit the FB Page at https://www.facebook.com/foodtrucksph/).

Have Some Pork Love by the Kilo or Rice Bowl at The Lechon Shop by Leonardo's Lechon...

You don't have to go the whole hog for some pork love...

Leonardo's Lechon introduces its newest dining concept, The Lechon Shop, where diners can get their dose of pork love by the kilo or tasty rice bowls for a satisfying meal. Since 1947, Leonardo's Lechon has been at the heart of every Filipino celebration for generations. And now, you can indulge in even more pork love with Leonardo's Lechon's newest innovative concept with its wide offerings of tasty and savory meals...

Cantonese, Anew: Celebrate The New Year with New Dishes and Exquisite Abalone at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila's Lung Hin

Signature classics and exciting new dishes await diners at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila's acclaimed Cantonese restaurant, Lung Hin...

Recognized as one of the outstanding Chinese restaurants outside of China at the 16th China Hotel Industry Golden Horse Awards, Lung Hin continues to elevate the bar with uncompromising quality, freshness, tradition and authenticity for its signature best-sellers and inspired new dishes to kick-off the new year with a flavorful start.

Tradition and Innovation: Tapas with a Modern and Contemporary Spin at Oye Tapas & Grill

When you want more than just the usual gambas and calamares...

A shared history and culture that permeates deep in our social fabric, Andrew Masigan of The Advent Hospitality Group goes boldly forward in sharing the great dance between two cultures with a modern and contemporary spin. The fusion of east and west with Filipino and Spanish flavors is both highlighted and celebrated in their newest culinary dining concept, Oye Tapas and Grill, located at Uptown Place Mall in Bonifacio Global City. Oye Tapas and Grill is the latest concept from the group behind XO46 Heritage Bistro and Arroz Ecija and a tasty addition to the metro's growing culinary landscape. It's definitely the spot for traditional Spanish dishes and exciting new and inventive interpretations of modern Spanish cuisine. History and culture come full circle at Oye Tapas and Grill, with flavorful small plates, savory dishes, and refreshing cocktails...

A One-Night Only Pop-Up with Chef Francis Balbarin at James & Daughters

Impressed. Chef Francis "Kiko" Balbarin reveals yet another facet to his creative culinary style with a unique pop-up at James & Daughters...

Chef Jonas Ng and James & Daughters recently hosted Chef Francis Balbarin for his first-ever pop-up in a memorable dinner that far exceeded all expectations. From elegant starters to inventive mains and sinfully indulgent desserts, Chef Francis Balbarin draws inspiration from the freshest local ingredients in creating a lavish repertoire of flavorful dishes in one memorable evening. And James & Daughters was the perfect venue to showcase Chef Francis Balbarin's honest take on real flavors. Chef Francis Balbarin lays it all on the table with his bold and intense flavors with each masterfully plated course, layered with a whole lot of good vibes at James & Daughters (for more on Chef Jonas Ng and James and Daughters, see my previous post, Weaving Flavorful New Stories at James & Daughters by Le Jardin).

A Chicken Fillet A Day: McDonald's Introduces The New Sweet Soy Chicken Fillet

It's a new year and the perfect time to try something new and different. Your favorite Crispy Chicken Fillet with Rice from McDonald's is the best place to start discovering new and exciting flavors...

The well-loved and best-selling Chicken Fillet range from McDonald's gets a flavorful addition with the new Sweet Soy Chicken Fillet, joining old favorites like the creamy and buttery Chicken Fillet ala King and Crispy Chicken Fillet with Rice. That's a stellar cast, and you can safely add the new Sweet Soy Chicken Fillet to your list of favorites at McDonald's.

Blue Is Back: The RACKS Blue Plate Specials Return To Kick-Off The New Year

The best ribs in town kicks off the new year with the comeback of the popular Blue Plate Specials. Blue is definitely back...At RACKS.

RACKS unveils this year's edition of the much-anticipated Blue Plate Specials with six hearty and mouth-watering combos where you can enjoy all your RACKS favorites in one plate. Great food and value for money, this year's Blue Plate Specials has something for everyone from the best ribs in town...  

Meet The New TempuRamen from Tenya...

You asked for it, you got it...

Finally, you can enjoy a comforting bowl of ramen paired with Tenya's signature tempura combining two iconic Japanese favorites in one meal. Tenya, Japan's #1 Tempura Tendon, starts the new year with a promise fulfilled. Meet the new TempuRamen from Tenya...

Where To? LUMU...

Beer joint, watering hole, kambingan, tambayan, call it what you like, your nostalgic beerhouse has been revived and is now better known as LUMU...

In a classic throwback to the days of the iconic Filipino tambayan, LUMU Beerhouse & Filipino Kitchen offers inventive reinterpretations of traditional Filipino beerhouse favorites that pair well with endless rounds of ice-cold beer. And it's all happening right here in Greenbelt 3...

Paradise Just Got A Whole Lot Closer: Paradise Dynasty Opens at The Podium

You don't have to drive all the way down south for your soup dumpling fix with all eight international flavors...

It's now much closer to home. Paradise Dynasty opens its second branch at The Podium in Ortigas, and xiao long bao paradise is now a lot nearer than you think.

A New Year of Good Vibes at F1 Hotel Manila

Celebrating the new year with a whole lot of good vibes...

 

F1 Hotel Manila has been a part of my blog's journey from the beginning since 2013, being my very first hotel post as well as my first hotel staycation feature on my blog. And starting the new year with the first weekend staycation feature on my blog for 2018 with F1 Hotel Manila just seems so right...   

Power Lunch at Flame, Cocktails at Edge...

A sumptuous lunch followed by a round of cocktails, the new year is definitely off to a great start at Discovery Primea...

Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco continues to push modern European cuisine infused with bold Asian notes for unique flavor experiences at Discovery Primea's fine-dining restaurant, Flame. The refreshing repertoire of dishes reflect the inventive style of Chef Luis, from classic and familiar Asian-style cuisine prepared with indulgent western ingredients like foie gras down to the Chinese take-out box plated for one of their signature mains, Flame takes you on an exciting culinary journey, crossing and pushing borders, with its exquisite cuisine prepared with a casual yet modern edge.