The Day's Freshest Catch at New World Makati Hotel's Cafe 1228

When the call of the sea promises a culinary adventure that's just too hard to resist, head on down to Cafe 1228...

Sunday lunches at Cafe 1228 of New World Makati Hotel are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for the day's freshest catch. With it's lavish buffet spread, you can come back for seconds and thirds with loads of seafood along with other dishes from their extensive buffet selections. It's also no surprise that New World Makati Hotel is the home of the master oyster shucker for 2018, Executive Chef Robert Davis (see more on on my previous post, The Master Oyster Shucker Reigns at The Glasshouse).

Morelli's On A Rainy Day...

Grey skies and a sudden downpour brings everyone to a stop in the metro. Like they say, if you want the entire city to stop moving, just add water. It's your cue for some premium gelato. Step inside Shangri-La's East Wing and have a scoop of Morelli's...

Since 1907, the rich and indulgent flavors of Morelli's have captivated customers in the UK with its authentic Italian gelato and ice cream. And now you too can savor the silky smooth richness of Morelli's right here at Morelli's Gelato Cafe at Shangri-La's East Wing, so let it rain...

A #BourdainDay Pop-Up Dinner at U Hotels with Egg Salad Sandwiches, Macau Pork Chop, Laksa, Choucroute Garnie and Ditching Dessert for Stinky Cheese

He may have been a complex and often misunderstood character in today's media age, but he was real. It's his authenticity that endeared him to so many, and there's no better way to honor a man by celebrating how he lived...

Anthony Bourdain's birthday, June 25, was celebrated around the world just the way he would have it, eating, drinking and traveling with close friends. Dubbed #BourdainDay, his storied life is once again celebrated in a lavish pop-up by Chefs Sharwin Tee and Karla Reyes hosted by U Hotels. And just like last year, it was all about celebrating his life more than his sudden passing, of good times shared with friends over food and overflowing drinks (for more on last year's Chef's Table Tribute to Anthony Bourdain, see my post, A Cook's Tour with No Reservations to Parts Unknown: Chef Decker Gokioco's Chef's Table Tribute to Anthony Bourdain at U Hotels).

A Matter of Taste: nawwTy's Kitchen Adds a Luxe Spin to Breakfast and Healthy Choices with Breakfast Corner and Wholesome Indulgence

 It's always been a matter of taste for nawwTy's Kitchen by Trish Panlilio. And it only gets better...

Since 2014, nawwTy's Kitchen by Trish Panlilio has redefined comfort food with her signature luxe spin. Hearty and comforting dishes are elevated and transformed, making Trish Panlilio one of the most sought-after caterers in the metro. Her restaurant, Mulberry Door by nawwTy's Kitchen at Bonifacio Global City is her own intimate stage reflecting her culinary style. Now, breakfast and healthy choices are added to nawwTy's Kitchen by Trish Panlilio's repertoire of tasty offerings with Breakfast Corner and Wholesome Indulgence...

A Surf & Turf Kind of Sunday at Stoned Steaks

When slow Sunday afternoons leave you craving for just a little sizzle, you'll need a few ingredients to make it all happen...

A premium slab of beef, succulent shrimps and a sizzling hot lava stone, it's a Surf & Turf kind of Sunday at Stoned Steaks.

Dial 73737 for North Park's Ultimate Noodles...

Wanton, pork ribs, prawn dumplings, three kinds of mushrooms, Nanking beef and tendon on Hong Kong style noodles draped in a flavorful broth, that's the superbowl of noodles. At North Park, that's the Ultimate Noodles...

The sudden downpour triggers a craving for comforting noodles. Simply dial North Park Delivery at 73737 for your noodle fix. And make that the Ultimate Noodles.

#EverydayLechonHappiness: Lydia's Lechon Turns 55

It's a success story that continues to inspire from its humble beginnings in a small stall in Baclaran and fifty-five years and more than twenty-five branches later, Lydia's Lechon promises even more Everyday Lechon Happiness to its loyal customers... 

Since 1965, Lydia's Lechon has been the brand synonymous with the iconic Filipino staple in countless celebrations and fiestas, the whole roasted pig or Lechon. Celebrating 55 years of #EverydayLechonHappiness, Lydia's Lechon highlights this key milestone with exciting new offerings for a new generation of customers, available at selected outlets starting July 15, 2019. Curious? Read on for a sneak peek...

Local Flavors of the Past, Revisited: The Philippine Culinary Heritage Filipino Food Festival at Diamond Hotel's Corniche with Guest Chef Christopher Carangian

Walk back and retrace the roots of our rich and diverse culinary heritage, one plate at a time...at Corniche.

Corniche at Diamond Hotel takes you on a culinary journey of rediscovery with Philippine Culinary Heritage: A Filipino Food Festival by guest chef Christopher Carangian from June 19 to 30, 2019, an epic revival of traditional dishes recreated in a lavish buffet feast. And just like the previous festivals at Diamond Hotel, Corniche reveals even more intricate layers from our flavorful tapestry of local flavors.   

A Cava Dinner with Freixenet at The Peninsula Manila's Elegant Old Manila

The finest sparkling wines from Spain paired with the bold and inventive flavors of Old Manila's Chef Allan Briones is something you don't want to miss...

The Peninsula Manila recently hosted a wine pairing dinner with Freixenet at Old Manila last June 19 as part of an on-going series on special dinners paired with featured wine labels. The dinner also showcased the culinary creations of Chef Allan Briones, the first Filipino Head Chef of Old Manila, for the special wine pairing with Spain's premier sparkling wine.

A Very Raffles Weekend...

There are just a handful of prestigious hotel properties in the world that exude a richness and depth of history, old world colonial elegance and charm...

...one of them is Raffles. The very name takes you back to the golden age of travel when Hemingway sought solace with his favorite cocktail at the Long Bar after a long voyage and Maugham indulged in afternoon tea for a taste of home in the tropics. Here in Manila, that same signature style that made Raffles synonymous with an elegance from a bygone era is recreated at Raffles Makati.

A Gentleman's Affair: The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge at The Peninsula Manila

Salon de Ning and The Bar at The Peninsula Manila are transformed once more for a special day. Raise a toast for dad...

Now on its third year, The Peninsula Manila honors dads everywhere with another edition of The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge at Salon de Ning and The Bar (for more on the previous editions of The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge, see my posts, Raising The Bar For Dad: The Pen Ultimate Dream Lounge at The Bar and Salon de Ning from last year and #PenMoments: Adding Coolness to Dad's Day at The Peninsula Manila's Pen Ultimate Father's Day from two years ago on my other travel blog). From cocktails to tasty and indulgent bites, personal grooming to the latest in bespoke sartorial elegance, hobbies and big bikes, The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge raises the bar with a curated selection just for dad...

Grilling For The Weekend at Gyu-Kaku

It's the weekend, and it's time for grilling...

The table-top grills are ready and all fired-up for you for the weekend at Gyu-Kaku with a lavish Japanese-style feast (for more on Gyu-Kaku, see my previous post, Eat-All-You-Can Japanese BBQ at Gyu-Kaku, All-Day, Everyday...). Let's start grilling...

Reality Bites Reboot: New Virtual Reality Attractions and Awesome Fish and Chips at City of Dreams Manila's The Garage

The Garage at City of Dreams Manila upgrades its menu of attractions with new VR options and probably the best fish and chips this side of the metro... 

Since its opening in October last year, The Garage at City of Dreams Manila has set the benchmark for entertainment and dining with state-of-the-art VR attractions paired with a curated selection of sumptuous dining options (for more on The Garage, see my earlier post, Reality Bites: Virtual Reality and Good Food at The VR Zone and Food Park of City of Dreams Manila's The Garage from the launch late last year). And it's leveled up with new virtual reality gaming attractions plus new and tasty additions inspired by the Union Jack. Bring your winning a-game, and your appetite, at City of Dreams Manila's The Garage...   

A Light Yet Grand Mid-Week Lunch at Grand Hyatt Manila's The Grand Kitchen

Inspired by Grand Hyatt Manila's Go Green initiative, I thought it would be a refreshing change of pace to enjoy a light yet sumptuous, and healthier, mid-week lunch at The Grand Kitchen...

...and what a feast. Indulging in the finest and freshest seafood instead of the usual proteins does make you feel better. And if you wish to go all-out, experience Go Green Mondays at Grand Hyatt Manila's The Grand Kitchen where you can discover savory plant-based burgers and sausages by Beyond Meat (more on Green Mondays on my previous post, #GoGreenGoGrand: Grand Hyatt Manila Goes Green in Grand Style). If you can't go on a Monday, The Grand Kitchen still offers a wide array of healthy options for the rest of the week (you can also order Beyond Meat Burgers and Sausages from the A La Carte menu), until you meet their indulgent Baklava and mouth-watering Bicol Express. But all's good. It always is. At The Grand Kitchen. 

Scott's: New Flavors and Probably The Best Laksa in Town at Ascott Bonifacio Global City

Exciting global cuisine made with the freshest, local ingredients, Ascott Bonifacio Global City unveils its newest culinary concept... 

Ascott Bonifacio Global City recently launched its casual all-day dining restaurant, Scott's, the newest dining destination at The Fort. And here's a secret. It's home to probably the best Laksa in town...

Elevating Filipino Cuisine: Come Home to S Kitchen's Sunday Fiesta at Sheraton Manila Hotel

Like coming home to a fiesta, Sundays are now even more special at Sheraton Manila Hotel...

Starting June 9, S Kitchen at Sheraton Manila Hotel launches its Sunday Fiesta showcasing a lavish Filipino-inspired buffet spread. The Sunday Fiesta at S Kitchen is an elevated buffet experience with authentic Filipino cuisine alongside international dishes. For only P 2,500 per person, diners can enjoy a sumptuous feast of local and global flavors for lunch from 12nnn to 3pm every Sunday. Think of it as coming home to comforting and nostalgic local flavors...

Fire and Flavor: Setting The Stage For A Culinary Performance at Teppanya

 The teppan grill becomes a stage for a masterful performance of fire and flavor...

 ...it's at the heart of the elegant interiors at Teppanya where you get front row seats for a lavish teppan feast. Located at the brand new North Towers at SM North Edsa, Teppanya takes the teppan dining experience straight to the mall in Quezon City. And with Father's Day just around the corner, Teppanya is the perfect spot to get together with family and friends. The teppan grills at Teppanya are fired up, read on for a tasty peek...

Come Hungry For The All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum At New World Manila Bay Hotel's Li Li

All the dim sum you want. Steamed, deep-fried and baked. Plus appetizers, main courses, rice, noodles, congee and desserts. It's All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum at New World Manila Bay Hotel's signature Chinese restaurant, Li Li...

Dim sum cravings are once again satisfied with a lavish and sumptuous selection of savory bite-sized pouches of vibrant flavors at Li Li, New World Manila Bay Hotel's fine dining Chinese restaurant. From Monday to Sunday, 12:00 nn to 2:30pm, go all-out with your favorite dim sum and discover new favorites for only P 1,088 net per person. Read on and find out what Li Li has to offer for an epic dim sum lunch...

A Sip with the Sizzle: An Elegant Wine Pairing Dinner at Stoned Steaks' The Wine Room

 Stoned Steaks adds a distinctive sizzle to an elegant wine pairing dinner...

Stoned Steaks, known for their premium dry-aged Wagyu beef grilled on special lava stones, unveils their elegant new space ideal for intimate gatherings and corporate meetings with The Wine Room. Wine pairings become a sizzling affair with Executive Chef Errol Van Manuel's curated menu at Stoned Steaks' The Wine Room. In collaboration with Argentina's Terrazas de los Andes and their fine wines, we experienced a memorable sip with the sizzle at The Wine Room...

#TrueToPleasure: Pure Pleasure, Unveiled. Meet The New Limited Edition Magnum Macadamia Salted Caramel

Creamy and velvety smooth salted caramel draped in thick and rich Belgian chocolate and Australian macadamias, it's real decadence in an ice cream bar like no other...

Championing real pleasure in the highest, truest standard, Magnum unveils its newest limited edition flavor for pleasure seekers, the Magnum Macadamia Salted Caramel. Like all Magnum ice cream bars, the latest addition to its indulgent range is pure indulgence. Read on and unwrap Magnum's newest flavor...

And Your 2019 Young Talents Escoffier Winner Is...

One of the country's most prestigious annual culinary competitions culminates with a lavish dinner to celebrate a young chef's journey to the global stage...

Now on its ninth year, the 2019 Young Talents Escoffier competition continues the culinary legacy of Auguste Escoffier. That evening, the torch has been passed to a new generation of young chefs selected to lead the movement for the continuous evolution of cuisine, with one chosen to represent the country for the Asia Finals in Hong Kong.