Sticks and Bowls And More: The Grills at Nanbantei of Tokyo Fires Up a Japanese Feast

An ice-cold Highball with skewers of crisp and juicy kawa, savory reba and slabs of pork belly fresh off the grill just never gets old. It's a timeless pairing straight out of Tokyo's bustling Roppongi district. And it just keeps getting better at Nanbantei of Tokyo...

A sudden craving for authentic Japanese cuisine is quickly satisfied and fixed with a visit to one of the metro's enduring dining institutions. From hearty rice bowls, savory skewers, salads and noodles, sushi and rolls to soothing libations and everything in between, Nanbantei of Tokyo at Bonifacio High Street Central remains top-of-mind when it comes to everything Japanese. Do you have a favorite dish at Nanbantei of Tokyo? Here's a quick rundown on all-time faves and popular bestsellers at Nanbantei of Tokyo...

Now's Your Time to Snap a Pose with Pau-Pau and Win Some Cool Stuff from foodpanda

You've seen the adorable character just about everywhere painting the town pink and here's your chance to meet and greet Pau-Pau, the ambassador of foodpanda and preserve the memorable encounter forever with a snap...

He's finally in town, and ready to share memories captured in a cherished photo. So dust off your posing skills and don your best threads for the much-awaited meet and greet with Pau-Pau of foodpanda. Every foodie's bestie, Pau-Pau will be making his first-ever debut in the Philippines starting April 27 with his own special pop-up photobooth at participating Ayala Malls branches. Now's your chance to strike a pose with Pau-Pau and even score some awesome goodies plus be one of the lucky 20 winners of P 200 worth of foodpanda vouchers. A snap and some cool stuff, you won't want to miss this. So give Pau-Pau a warm welcome right here in the selfie capital of the world and celebrate his arrival (for more on Pau-Pau and foodpanda, see my previous post, Meet Pau-Pau, Your Reliable Foodie Friend and Bestie You Need This Year and Beyond).

Summer Ain't Over Yet: The New Fruitsicle Frozen Fruit Ice Pops by Sebastian's Ice Cream

Dairy free and vegan friendly, just real fruit and fruit juice frozen on a stick. Nope, summer ain't over yet with the new Fruitsicles Frozen Fruit Ice Pops by Sebastian Ice Cream...

Summer's hottest temperatures continue to linger, and Sebastian's Ice Cream has the answer for an indulgent and refreshing solution to beat the heat with the new Fruitsicles Frozen Fruit Ice Pops. The freshest fruits and fruit juices with absolutely no artificial flavors are transformed by the acclaimed local wizard of ice cream for yet another inventive creation.

For fans of Sebastian's Ice Cream, the Fruitsicles Frozen Fruit Ice Pops is just one more creative expression in a continuous parade of indulgent frozen innovations (for more on the inventive ice cream creations of Sebastian's Ice Cream, see my previous posts, Strawberries n' Ice Cream: Meet The New Strawberry Summer Collection from Sebastian's Ice Cream on their lavish strawberry range, Forget the Spoon. Enjoy Ice Cream in a Fun New Way with Poppits in a Pint by Sebastian's Ice Cream on their unique bite-sized indulgences, Closure, Unresolved Issues, Matinong Girlfriend and Matinong Boyfriend: Meet The 2020 Valentine's Collection by Sebastian's Ice Cream from two years back and Fast-Forward to Summer with Sebastian's Ice Cream... from 2018).

Dine-In Benefits: One Unforgettable Night Out with pandapro Members

The dine-in experience continues to be the best way to bond and reunite with your barkada after the quarantine experience. For pandapro Club subscribers, it's a quick and seamless experience with foodpanda's diverse selection of available partner restos. Let's take a quick peek at one amazing night out... 

All summer long, pandapro has been changing and flipping the script giving everyone the chance to live out their ultimate cool kids' dreams through #pandaproClub with the promise of fun without busting your budget via cool deals and offers. TED The European Diner in BGC, a pandapro dine-in vendor, was the venue for the much-awaited event last April 26 with key personalities and select pandapro members for an exclusive and fun night out conceptualized by foodpanda dine-in.

Born in Bangkok: Greyhound Cafe Comes To Manila at SM Aura Premier

Flair with creative chaos, east meets west and tradition in step with the contemporary, it's this contrasting play on playful contradictions coming together in a seamless blend just like the streets of Bangkok that's celebrated and showcased at one of the metro's newest dining destinations...

Viva International Food and Restaurants, Inc. brings the vibrant flavors of Bangkok to Manila with Greyhound Cafe at SM Aura Premier with three more branches in the pipeline. It's modern Bangkok on a plate with a refreshing twist on classic Thai flavors for a new and exciting dining experience. Curious? Here's a quick peek at Greyhound Cafe...

From Cebu to Manila: The Premium Empanadas by Danessa's Kitchen

Searching for some warm and soft fresh-baked pockets with a rich and savory filling? Here's one gem of a find...

Look no further, now you can enjoy Cebu's famous award-winning Premium Empanadas by Danessa's Kitchen at Palm Grill along Tomas Morato in Quezon City. Or simply pull out your mobile device and complete your order online in minutes with just a few quick taps at https://danessaskitchenmanila.cococart.co/. Curious? Here's a quick peek... 

Tea Time with Tea-rrific Tandems by Steuarts Tea for World Tea Day

In recognition of the storied history and deep cultural and economic significance of tea around the world, the United Nations proclaimed May 21 as World Tea Day to celebrate the enduring and timeless beverage. Tea is, after all, the second most used drink in the world after water. Now that's reason enough to celebrate with a soothing cup of tea. You can even make it more special with the Tea-rrific Tandems of Steuarts Tea Philippines... 

Steuarts Tea Philippines is brewing something cool and special for World Tea Day with the launch of the Tea-rrific Tandems campaign, a unique collaboration with local food and beverage establishments showcasing the versatility of tea. Enjoy the world's beloved beverage with traditional brewed tea or take it for an inventive spin with milk teas and as a flavoring ingredient to indulgent pastries. Read on for the detailed lowdown on Tea-rrific Tandems by Steuarts Tea Philippines...  

New Chef's Specials, All-Time Faves, Desserts and Cocktails at Salvatore Cuomo & Bar

Salvatore Cuomo & Bar unveils sumptuous new offerings alongside their popular specialty dishes, and that's enough reason to visit this spot of Naples in the metro... 

All-time bestsellers, decadent desserts, handcrafted cocktails and new Chef's Specials await guests at Salvatore Cuomo & Bar in Uptown Parade for a sumptuous dining experience. From their signature Napoli-style pizza and hearty pasta dishes to new savory offerings from their Chef's Specials selection down to desserts and cocktails, Salvatore Cuomo & Bar has all bases covered for your visit.  

Noods, Wings and Coffee by El Mundo Cafe Delivered to Your Doorstep

For those days when you get a sudden craving for noods, wings and coffee, just call El Mundo Cafe...

Savory noods, lip-smacking wings and soothing coffee, El Mundo Cafe presents a trifecta of sumptuous flavors conveniently delivered straight to you in time for your next zoom meeting or movie marathon. Convenience, value and flavor come together in a seamless weave to satisfy your cravings for noods, wings and coffee with El Mundo Cafe.

A Wine Pairing Dinner by Disciples Escoffier at TED The European Diner

Good food, good wine and great company. It was another evening in the spirit of Escoffier, this time at TED The European Diner...

Disciples of Escoffier recently hosted a wine pairing dinner featuring the sumptuous specialty dishes of TED The European Diner served with a selection of fine wine for another memorable evening in the spirit of the great culinary icon. Read on for a closer look...

The Real Deal: All-Natural Sausages and Hotdogs by Healthy Hogs

Real ingredients, real flavors. Juicy and savory sausages with a fresh snap made from all-natural pork, that's more than enough reason to fire up the grill or bring out the trusty pan...

No artificial colors and flavors. No nitrates. No extenders. No artificial additives. No MSG. Gluten-free. Just 100% all-natural pork, fresh herbs and spices. Now that's the kind of hot links that will make anyone's day. Healthy Hogs changes the game with its range of sausages and hotdogs made with real pork for real flavors. It's time to get real with sausages and hotdogs by Healthy Hogs...

Craving Tempura? #CraveHanako with the Tempura All-You-Can at Hanako...

Quality and value for money combine for a sumptuous dining experience and when you're craving tempura, Hanako should be on the top of your list...

Hanako launches its Tempura All-You-Can promotion on Mondays to Thursdays for the entire month of May in all its branches. That's right. All-you-can-eat tempura for only P 499. Read on for a peek at Hanako's newest location in Estancia at Capitol Commons as well as their other bestselling dishes...

Save Room for Desserts, Panino and More at Salvatore Cuomo Cafe

Savory Panino, indulgent desserts and a soothing cup of coffee for that perfect afternoon. Known for their Napoli-style pizza and hearty pasta dishes, Salvatore Cuomo Cafe has even more flavorful surprises from their kitchen...

Save room for dessert? Absolutely. And some Panino too. Salvatore Cuomo Cafe serves indulgent desserts and savory Panino to complement their wide range of sumptuous offerings in a cozy and casual setting at their location in The Podium. Fans of Salvatore Cuomo & Bar with their bestselling Napoli-style pizza and rustic Italian cuisine will find comforting dishes at Salvatore Cuomo Cafe with a more relaxed vibe (for more on Salvatore Cuomo & Bar, see my previous posts, Neapolitan Flavors at Salvatore Cuomo & Bar from 2016 and Yes, More Pizza Please. At Salvatore Cuomo & Bar's Anniversary Special Pizza & Lunch Buffet from 2017). And it's also the perfect spot for Panino, lavish desserts and freshly brewed coffee prepared in the elegant Italian flair of Salvatore Cuomo.

Meet Pau-Pau, Your Reliable Foodie Friend and Bestie You Need This Year and Beyond

Look beyond the bright colors and furry coat and Pau-Pau may be your best foodie friend yet...

Gelliemae Obena chilling with Pau-Pau

It's easy to spot him. Hovering high above in a hot air balloon or taking flight with flower turned wings, the cool ambassador of foodpanda always makes an impression. That's Pau-Pau, in case you're wondering who the adorable pink panda from a magical foodie land is and probably seen all throughout the metro with ubiquitous signages in malls and on lamp posts and taxi cabs everywhere. And soon, you'll find out why Pau-Pau is the trusty old bestie you wish you had and met earlier. In fact, here's five good reasons why Pau-Pau can be your best foodie buddy, read and to find out more...

Summer Hits in Original and Ube with the Kuya J Halo-Halo Espesyal

 When the summer heat gets to you, hit back with the cool summer hits of Kuya J...

Cool down this summer with the refreshingly indulgent Halo-Halo Espesyal by Kuya J available in Original and Ube variants. And the best part? You can have it delivered straight to your doorstep. 

The Gourmet Experience Redefined with Gourmet Weekends at S Kitchen in Sheraton Manila Hotel

Buffet dining takes on an elegant and lavish gourmet spin on weekends at S Kitchen in Sheraton Manila Hotel...

As the metro gradually opens up with the easing of quarantine restrictions, Sheraton Manila Hotel pulls all the stops for a grand buffet experience with Gourmet Weekends at S Kitchen. From the day's succulent seafood catch including live crabs and oysters to premium beef, lamb and pork, foie gras and garden-fresh salad greens to indulgent desserts, S Kitchen unveils a sumptuous buffet feast to redefine the gourmet experience. It's buffet dining elevated with a luxurious gourmet twist... 

A Cup of Tea and a Slice of Cake: The Indulgent Earl Grey, Orange and Chocolate Tea Cake by Flour Pot Manila for Mother's Day

Chef Rhea Castro Sycip continues to inspire and amaze with her unique and lavish cakes at Flour Pot Manila and this Mother's Day, make it extra special with her latest creation...

Chef Rhea Castro Sycip of Flour Pot Manila unveils her latest and most elegant creation yet, the Earl Grey, Orange and Chocolate Tea Cake just in time for Mother's Day. In a creative collaboration with Steuarts Tea Philippines, Chef Rhea Castro Sycip of Flour Pot Manila elevates the cake experience to a whole new level of indulgence with a medley of opulent richness and nuanced notes from the tea, orange and chocolate blend. A cup of tea and a slice of cake? Yes, please...