A Night Out in Monochrome, at Agimat Foraging Bar and Kitchen

A walk along the usually crowded streets of Poblacion one evening felt both eerily quiet and liberating at the same time. With quarantine restrictions still in effect, the once bustling 'hood appeared to be on pause yet one can sense the much anticipated return of Poblacion as soon as the restart button is pressed. Muted, subdued and calmingly still, another facet of Poblacion is revealed in monochrome...

In a first of two parts of a continuing story, I'll take you through a closer look at one of the neighborhood's best known bars with its artisan small batch spirits gaining worldwide recognition. At the helm, Kalel Ervin Demetrio aka The Liquido Maestro, weaves his own take on local folklore and myths with his inventive concoctions using the small batch artisan spirits of Destileria Barako at Agimat Foraging Bar and Kitchen. The veil of grey tones are slowly lifted from the 'hood with the vibrant libations at one of the metro's most innovative and inventive bars...

Kampai! Chef Mikel Zaguirre Redefines Japanese Bar Food at Kampai in Makati's Poblacion

One of the popular bars and dining destinations of the vibrant Poblacion neighborhood returns with its own creative take on Japanese cuisine...

After a long hiatus made longer by the quarantine, Kampai quietly comes home to the neighborhood of Poblacion. At its new location, the old regulars of Kampai will find the same familiar vibe of the original but in a much larger space. Without fanfare, the comeback is tempered by guarded optimism as the lingering pandemic continues with no clear end in sight. But it still is cause for a celebration, though muted, as the entire neighborhood presses the reset button. And the extensive new menu is just one of many reasons to revisit one of the best bars in the 'hood. 

Crunchy Munchies with the Taiwan Chicken Chop and Taiwan Chicken Pops by G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken

Missed your travels to Taiwan before the new normal? Relive your Taiwanese escapades with a juicy and delectable crunch...

G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken takes you back with their specialty Taiwan Chicken Chop and Taiwan Chicken Pops. With the recent opening of their newest branch in Amoranto, Quezon City celebrating the grand opening with a Buy 1 Take 50% OFF on your 2nd Order offer, you can now enjoy the classic Taiwanese specialty without going too far (more on the grand opening on my previous post, Munch and Crunch: Awesome Deals at the Grand Opening of G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and GoodGoodPH Amoranto Branch Opening Today!).

Munch and Crunch: Awesome Deals at the Grand Opening of G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and GoodGoodPH Amoranto Branch Opening Today!

Game for some good deals? Get ready for the Buy 1 Take 50% OFF the 2nd Order at G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and Buy 1 700ml Get 1 Free 500ml offer from GoodGoodPH at the Grand Opening of their Amoranto branches today...

All photos provided by G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and GoodGoodPH

You read it right. G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and GoodGoodPH celebrates the grand opening of their Amoranto branches today, June 27, at 3pm. And to make it even more festive, G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken is offering a Buy 1 Take 50% OFF the 2nd Order just for today. Wash it down with the cool Buy 1 700ml Get 1 FREE 500ml from GoodGoodPH as well, and that's all happening today at 3pm all the way to 8pm. Game?

Tasty Duo from Boss John's Fried Chicken & Sisigan

Fried chicken and sisig. One or the other guarantees a comforting meal. And when you can have both, that's a winning tandem...

Boss John's Fried Chicken & Sisigan Magsaysay Branch brings this tasty duo to your doorstep at prices everyone can afford. Simple, no-frills and just downright tasty, the specialty Fried Chicken and Sisig by Boss John's delivers on both quality and value for money for a satisfying meal at home.

Chef Alain Raye Lights Up Poblacion with a Lavish Dinner for Disciples Escoffier at Dr. Wine Manila

The night lights are lit once more in the once vibrant neighborhood of Poblacion as the economy slowly opens up with the easing of quarantine restrictions. And the lights shined bright one night at Dr. Wine Manila...

Poblacion is back, awakened from the long slumber of quarantine with its familiar Bohemian vibe. It's a cause for celebration, but with tempered optimism guided by mandatory health and safety protocols. Chef Alain Raye brings his elegant yet hearty culinary style to a memorable dinner hosted by Disciples Escoffier at Dr. Wine Manila for an evening of gastronomic delights with a French spin.

A Toast for the Country's Largest Mid-Year Online Shopping Event by Winery.ph

The country's largest online marketplace for in-stock wines, beer, liquor and spirits, gourmet groceries, non-alcoholic beverages and wine accessories goes even bigger with their massive mid-year online shopping event. That's enough reason to raise a toast... 

Starting June 30 to July 3, 2021, the much-awaited Mid-Year Clearance Sale by Winery.ph kicks off for an epic four-day spree with as much as 34% to 57% OFF on their selection of eleven Red Wines, six White Wines, one Rosé Wine, and one Sparkling Rosé. With less than week to go before the largest mid-year online shopping event, here's a sneak peek. Oenophiles and Kavinos, get ready to mark your calendars...

Perfecting the Cold Play: The Freshest Frozen Gourmet Selection Conveniently Delivered to Your Doorstep by Gerald.PH Healthy & Gourmet Grocer

There's this running joke going around when you want ice cream delivered, you get milkshake. Hilarious, yes. But it also reflects the sad and inadequate state of the cold chain delivery system in the metro. Gerald.PH changes the game with their winning cold play...

Gerald.PH, the metro's pioneer in cold chain delivery, brings the finest and freshest frozen gourmet produce to your table with just a few easy and simple taps on your mobile device. The online healthy & gourmet grocer offers a wide range of products, over six hundred items, from fresh seafood to premium meats, farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, gourmet cheeses and dairy, bakery, frozen gourmet meals and fine wines. A traditional Beef Bourguignon for lunch? No problem. Gerald.PH also offers a variety of gluten-free, organic, vegan as well as keto and diabetic-friendly options. Think of it as your one-stop shop for all your gourmet needs for the new normal and beyond. And when you want it fresh, Gerald.PH is one sure bet with the winning cold play..

Create Your Own Flavorful Adventure with the New Peri-Peri Grilled Wings by Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar

From mild and savory to spicy, embark on your own flavorful adventure with the new Peri-Peri Grilled Wings from Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar. Ready?

Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar recently introduced their newest offering fresh off the grill, the Peri-Peri Grilled Wings in nine Signature Sauces. That's right, Nine Signature Sauces. Take your palate on an adventurous and delectable journey around the world from the American Southwest and deep south to the exotic east with the new Peri-Peri-Grilled Wings by Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar. Read on for a tasty peek...

Bring Home the #FunTimesatFireside with the New Fireside Trays To Go

Crisp and juicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Fingers. Juicy fall-off-the-bone Apricot Chipotle Glazed Ribs. Creamy Potato Salad. Steamed rice. And rustic Cornbread Doughnuts. In sumptuous servings good for four. Are you ready for the Fireside Trays to Go?

Fireside, long known for their bestselling specialty Buttermilk Fried Chicken Fingers and Cornbread Doughnuts and many more classic American comfort food bundles up a curated selection of their popular dishes with the new Trays To Go conveniently delivered to your doorstep. And just in time too for Father's Day.

Share a Cup of Happiness with R&B Tea, Now in Manila...

One of Singapore's leading milk tea brand comes to Manila, all set and ready for sharing a cup of happiness...

R&B Tea joins the growing list of players in a fast-growing and popular segment with its wide variety of specialty milk tea beverages. It's time for sharing a cup of happiness with Singapore's popular milk tea brand for a refreshing spin on the tea time experience. 

#EatsAllHere: Eat Together Once More at Eatogether Food Hall by Vikings at SM Megamall

Enjoy a sumptuous feast with family and friends once more in a socially distanced setting for the new normal at one of the metro's popular food halls...

Eatogether Food Hall by Vikings is back to welcome loyal patrons at SM Megamall with its wide array of tempting offerings from Filipino to Japanese, Korean to Chinese and Spanish and many more all in one place. And to make your return visit even more special, Eatogether Food Hall by Vikings has a full listing of value-packed daily promotions to make your dining experience even more special. 

Burgers Made Better: The Original Cheeseburger by Wildflour Burger

A simple meal, done well, can transform and elevate your dining experience with just one bite. Take the popular and ubiquitous burger, for example. Wildflour Burger takes a closer look at the much-loved fast food staple and runs with it...

Wildflour Burger takes the burger experience to a whole new level with their classic selection of burgers, each one created with a promise. And that's to offer the best way anyone can enjoy a burger made the Wildflour way. 

Welcome Back to The Dark Side: Presenting The New Low-Fat Chocolate Frozen Yogurt by BLK513

A deep, dark secret awaits at BLK513 every Thursday and Friday for eight weeks all the way until the end of July...

Decadently dense, silky smooth with bold notes, get ready for the ultimate chocolate frozen yogurt experience. Starting June 4 to July 30, yogurt lovers can indulge in the luscious deep and rich notes of chocolate with the Limited Edition Chocolate Frozen Yogurt on Thursdays and Fridays at BLK513. Welcome back to the dark side...

Raise a Toast with Sumptuous Ribs Three Ways for Father's Day at Brotzeit

The Honey Bavarian, Cheese & Marinara and The Mediterranean. Brotzeit brings bold, new flavors to grilled pork ribs with three savory options just for Father's Day. And here's a sneak peek...

Brotzeit Philippines' Culinary Director, Ivan Maminta, set out to create unique and savory grilled pork ribs for a memorable Father's Day celebration. One bite is all you need to know that Chef Ivan succeeded with his trifecta of fall-of-the-bone pork ribs for dads on their special day. 

Celebrate the Flavors of Independence Day with the Indulgent Ube Tres Leches Cake and Krookies by Holiday Inn & Suites Makati

Holiday Inn & Suites Makati shares their indulgent take on uniquely Filipino flavors for Independence Day...

The local ube or purple yam is lavishly transformed and elevated by Holiday Inn & Suites Makati with their decadent Ube Tres Leches Cake created just in time for Independence Day. Enjoy a slice a celebrate the flavors of freedom and Independence Day with the new Ube Tres Leches Cake and other sinfully decadent offerings from Holiday Inn & Suites Makati including their specialty Krookies. Ready for a slice and a big bite? Read on...

Proudly Filipino: Celebrate Independence Day with Local Homegrown Merchants on GrabFood

There's more than one way to support the national colors on Independence Day. At GrabFood, you can support proudly homegrown merchants with their specialty offerings delivered to your doorstep...

The leading everyday superapp Grab weaves its own spin on Independence Day showcasing a wide variety of Filipino merchants with GrabFood. Take your pick from the hearty silog meals of Sinangag Express, sumptuous pastas from Cafe Mary Grace and the newest Litson Baka of Andok's. Raise the flag proudly on Independence Day with the tasty specialties of homegrown merchants with GrabFood, all it takes are a few easy taps on your mobile device.

Hungry? Get Ready For The Peri Grupo Feast by Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar...

A refreshing salad with tasty chicken tenders, sumptuous pasta, a liter of Lime-ade or House Blend Tea, Java Rice and one whole Peri-Peri Chicken with all the sides and sauces. Now that's a real feast for four, conveniently delivered to your doorstep. Are you ready for the Peri Grupo Feast by Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar?  

Stuck at home but craving for a mouthwatering feast for four without busting your budget? Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar bundles up a lavish treat with the sumptuous Peri Grupo Feast for only P 999 which includes their specialty Peri-Peri Chicken. Hungry? Read on...

Calfornia Dreamin': Bring The Endless Summers of California to Your Kitchen with California Raisins

Recreate the vibrant flavors of California's endless summers at home with the all-natural sweetness of California Raisins. Let three of Manila's top chefs show you how to add that cool California vibe to your kitchen with their inventive naturally sweet creations...

Noted chefs Edward Bugia, Buddy Trinidad and Jackie Ang Po share their creations using California Raisins for that cool California vibe. The baked creations also showcase the versatility and natural sweetness of California Raisins as a snack or as a special secret ingredient. Like sunshine in a bag, California Raisins add that flavorful burst of all natural sweetness with every bite or with your baked and savory dishes. Read on and inject some of that sunny California mood to your kitchen with California Raisins.

Serendipitous Journeys: Feast and Celebrate at The Fatted Calf Farmhouse Kitchen

"Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let's have a feast and celebrate." 

The familiar verse from the bible perfectly describes what one can expect from The Fatted Calf. For chefs Jay Jay and Rhea Castro Sycip, they've seen it all. From volcanic eruptions to the lingering pandemic, the culinary couple behind The Fatted Calf in Silang, Cavite continue to create both inspiring and flavorful stories with every dish served at their farmhouse restaurant. Going back to basics while keeping in step with the times with modern methods and techniques, The Fatted Calf is a deeply personal expression of the couple's culinary journey. Serendipitous in more ways than one, chefs Jay Jay and Rhea's passion project in the south blossoms despite the challenges of the new normal with their unique culinary philosophy using the finest and freshest local ingredients for a comfortingly rustic and wholesome dining experience. Read on for a taste of The Fatted Calf and celebrate with a sumptuous feast south of the metro... 

Sumptuous Meals Delivered to Your Doorstep or Office from Okada Plum Dining by Okada Manila

Missed Okada Manila's signature dishes? Now you can enjoy plum dining anytime, delivered straight to your office or doorstep for your next round of meetings, corporate or hybrid events and family meals at home in this new normal with Okada Plum Dining by Okada Manila... 

The quarantine experience continues to change and transform our daily routine with new consumer habits such as dining at home, the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage reflecting the massive impact of this new normal. Dining out to enjoy your favorite dishes from the various restaurants of the country's iconic integrated resort had to take a backseat due to quarantine restrictions. Let Okada Manila bring their signature dishes to you with Okada Plum Dining, a well curated selection of tasty offerings prepared by the resort's award-winning culinary team (for the full menu, visit okdmnl.ph/PlumDining). From Platter Feasts for group meals, individual Grand Set Meals and Premium Set Meals for lunch and dinner to appetizing Graze Menu or snacks, just leave it to Okada Plum Dining for your next corporate meeting or intimate family meals at home. And starting June 7, select dishes from Okada Manila will be available on GrabFood. All it takes are a few quick taps on your mobile device and your sumptuous meal from Okada Manila can now be enjoyed in the comfort of your home or office.