A Proper Sunday Roast Served Everyday at H Proper Coffee Roasters

An English culinary tradition, the Sunday Roast is masterfully recreated in the extensive menu of H Proper Coffee Roasters. And the best part? You can enjoy it any day and everyday not just on Sundays...

Bannered by its exquisite coffee selections sourced from Colombia, Ethiopia and Brazil, H Proper Coffee Roasters also boasts of an impressive menu of western and European cuisine inspired by the travels of Harley Keith Yu and his family (for more on H Proper Coffee Roasters, see my earlier post  For the Proper Love of Coffee: From CDO to Manila, H Proper Coffee Roasters Brings World Class Coffee to Ayala Triangle Gardens from last month). One of those dishes is the traditional Sunday Roast. And no, you don't have to wait for Sunday. The classic English meal is served daily at H Proper Coffee Roasters. Read on for a sumptuous serving of English culinary tradition on a plate...

Tasty Duo: The Ring-Filled Tiramisu and Pistachio Crunch by Krispy Kreme

Have you taken a closer look at the glass counters of Krispy Kreme recently? Take a second look so you won't miss it...

The Home of the Original Glazed Doughnut rolls out a number of new offerings to mark its milestone 87th year. The timeless and enduring Original Glaze by Krispy Kreme continues to the undisputed OG since 1937, setting the bar for doughnuts around the world. And it just gets better. From the new Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Doughnuts (more on my previous post at Decadence in Full Color: Krispy Kreme Sweetens Hello Kitty's 50th Anniversary with its Indulgent New Doughnut Collection from earlier this month) to the creative Ring-Filled Tiramisu and Pistachio Crunch, Krispy Kreme teases your taste buds with even more inventive doughnut creations. Leave it to Krispy Kreme to stay well ahead of their game with the continuous rollout of decadent doughnut creations. 

The Fresh Flavors from the Sea and Grill at Hidemasa in City of Dreams Manila

The day's fresh premium catch transformed into intricate sushi rolls and savory bites fresh off the fiery grill, I'm thinking seafood and yakitori. At City of Dreams Manila, your cravings lead you to Hidemasa...

Hidemasa at City of Dreams Manila offers an extensive selection of popular Japanese classics from ramen, tempura and gyoza to sushi rolls and yakitori in one elegant setting for a feast to remember.  The idea of starting with the fresh, clean and succulent notes of seafood followed by savory skewers romanced by the flames and smoke of the grill felt like a good idea this particular day, and Hidemasa proved me right. Read on for the full lowdown on a sumptuous dining experience at one of the premier establishments at City of Dreams Manila...

#TrentasticTaters: Taters Celebrates Three Decades as the Undisputed Best Snacks in Town

Popcorn, chips, fries, burger and hot dogs and so many more, a proudly homegrown brand marks a milestone moment celebrating thirty years as the country's leading authority in entertainment snacks. The best snacks in town? Absolutely, for thirty years and counting...

A day at the theater or game arcade always means tasty and satisfying snacks. And one name has been at the top of everyone's list since 1994 to complete the movie and gaming experience. What began as as a simple stand offering snacks to moviegoers has grown and evolved as one of the country's best known brands in the local food and beverage sector with a wide and diverse array of tasty offerings that now includes heartier fare from hot dogs to burgers, chicken and fish sandwiches with all the sides you love. The inspiring story of Taters, now with over 90 branches nationwide, is an enduring testament to the passionate pursuit of product and service excellence by keeping in pace with the changing tastes of an ever evolving market. Today, the anniversary celebration dubbed #TrentasticTaters reinforces Taters' claim and promise as the pioneer in "entertainment fast food" for the Best Snacks in Town. Read on and find out why...

Cloudy With A Chance of Cheesebomb Meatballs in Fennel & Tomato Sauce and Greek Beef Stifado: Comforting Cuisine Defined by Xáncho

Comforting cuisine comes in many forms and flavors, influenced by the rich diversity of global culinary traditions. Chef driven and inspired paired with a rustic and homestyle vibe and masterful technique, the gourmet food to go offerings become more than just a convenience but a ticket to the world's classic cuisine. Let Xáncho show you a world of comforting flavors conveniently delivered to your doorstep. 

The transition from the sweltering summer heat to frequent afternoon rains is a seasonal cue triggering a craving for comforting cuisine. That craving for a hearty meal with fresh, bold, real and deep unrestrained and even nostalgic flavors transports you to another time and place. And the sumptuous offerings of Xáncho with its impressive array of gourmet frozen tubs for take-out and delivery has the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings. If a sumptuous bowl of slow-cooked beef stew or savory meatballs in a rich and tangy sauce are on your list of comfort food cravings, then read on...

Savor Authentic Russian and Slavic Flavors with the Savory Offerings by Russian Doll Eats

These are exciting times. To travel with one's palate has become the norm rather than the exception with the growing presence of global brands and cuisines in the metro. But if one has to go further east deep into the vast Russian steppes in search of rustic Eastern European and real Slavic cuisine, your options are little to none. Until now...

Hearty and comforting homestyle Russian and Slavic flavors comes to your table with the authentic offerings of Russian Doll Eats. From Pel'meni to Vareniki, Manty, Chebureki and Okroshka, Russian Doll Eats brings the flavors of Europe's fabled east with just a few clicks and taps on your mobile device. Ready to expand your palate with new flavor experiences? Then hop aboard for a culinary journey further east of Europe and read on...

Fire Up Your Table Top Grill. It's Eat-All-You-Can All Day, Everyday at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in GH Mall...

Eat-All-You-Can all day, everyday. Sounds like a plan at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in GH Mall. Time to fire up the table top grill...

Since its formal opening early this year, the table top grills at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in GH Mall have been fired up with its impressive array of premium tender beef, richly seasoned pork and chicken along with its signature appetizers, salads, pickled vegetables, soups, yakitori and grilled appetizers. The Eat-All-You-Can All Day, Everyday offering makes it an easy choice for lunch or dinner. For only P 1,249, you can indulge in a wide selection of savory barbecue specialties fresh off the table top grill and then some for a deal you just can't pass up. Ready for the Eat-All-You-Can feast at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ? Then, fire up your table top grill and read on...

A Hainanese Chicken Rice Kind of Day at Nanyang in GH Mall

Laksa, Char Kway Teow, Fish Head Curry, Kaya Toast, Chili Crab or Hainanese Chicken Rice? It can be difficult, even impossible to pick one singular iconic and national dish from Singapore's rich and diverse multi-cultural culinary tapestry of world-renowned flavors. There's no doubt the debate will continue to spark endless rounds of impassioned discussions fueled by intense gastronationalism, but today belongs to Hainanese Chicken Rice. And you'll find some of the best renditions at Nanyang...

Consistent with its hawker center origins, Nanyang brings authentic and sumptuous Singaporean street food fare and the vibrant kopi tiam culture at the heart of the new Greenhills commercial complex at GH Mall. And yes, there's nothing quite like a hearty dish that takes you deep into the Lion City's colorful culinary heritage and traditions with its nostalgic range of specialty dishes made with the freshest ingredients at prices that won't bust your wallet. And the first dish that comes top-of-mind when it comes to Singaporean cuisine is usually Hainanese Chicken Rice. It's a Hainanese Chicken Rice kind of day at Nanyang...

Top of the List: Oye! Sabor Presents the Maldon Sea Salt Cookie Collection and the New Croissant Cookie

How does one top what could be some of the finest cookies in the metro and take it to the next level? Simple. Leave it to Ollie Isidro of Oye! Sabor to transform a good thing and make it even better with his latest batch of fresh-baked creations...

His name is Ollie Isidro, and he's the man behind some of the metro's very best cookies with Oye! Sabor. Make that even some of the country's finest. Period. Selected as one of the best chocolate chip cookies in the Top Ten by Spot.PH and Top 25 Best Desserts by Yummy.PH, Ollie Isidro's decadent cookies has always been on everyone's list. His latest creations surely tops any list, and that's all the reasons you need why Oye! Sabor should be on your own list. 

A Culinary Flame Rekindled: Rediscover Modern Asian Flavors at Discovery Primea's Flame Restaurant

One of the metro's enduring dining destinations continues to shine its brightest as Flame Restaurant reignites its elevated and refined dining experience. It's time to rediscover the rich and sumptuous flavors of Flame Restaurant at Discovery Primea...

For nearly a decade, Flame Restaurant at Discovery Primea has sparked the local culinary scene with its distinctive blend of modern elegance and exquisite culinary innovation. After a brief refurbishment, Flame Restaurant is back shining brighter than ever with the masterfully executed repertoire of dishes by Executive Chef Luis J. Chikiamco. From elegant Asian-inspired courses, local flavors and global cuisine to fork-tender and juicy premium steaks straight off the charcoal Josper Grill, Flame Restaurant is all fired up for a memorable feast. Read on and rekindle your love for Flame Restaurant's burning passion to create and innovate flavors in a luxurious setting...

Bold Local Flavors Ignite at Siklab+ in Shangri-La Plaza

One of the country's leading progressive restaurant groups with its impressive portfolio of international chains turns its focus on local flavors. And it's ablaze with unrestrained yet comforting notes to warm and tease your palate...

The Bistro Group launches its own homegrown concept highlighting comforting local flavors at Siklab+ at the East Wing of Shangri-La Plaza. Known for their popular international casual dining restaurant brands, The Bistro Group's inspiration for its latest concept is much closer to home with its repertoire of all-Filipino classics. Kuhol ni Tanggol, OK na Okoy, Pinatisang Fried Chicken and Crispy Pata-rrific. Get ready to reignite your love for local flavors with the bold and contemporary take on local classics by Siklab+, now fired up at Shangri-La Plaza...

DEN by Nikkei Redefines the Japanese Steakhouse, Sushi and Izakaya with a Cool Spin

The finest selection of Wagyu beef and Tomahawk ribeye grilled to perfection, the freshest seafood exquisitely prepared with Japanese precision and tradition infused with bold Peruvian accents and an extensive array of classic izakaya specialties all in one place. As the setting sun casts its lingering glow, Forbestown's newest dining destination reveals yet another layer in its unique and multi-faceted experience with its collection of premium Japanese sake and whiskies along with handcrafted cocktails. Welcome to DEN by Nikkei...

The Nikkei Group introduces its latest dining concept anchored on the brand's Peruvian-Japanese cuisine with DEN by Nikkei along Forbestown Road in Bonifacio Global City. The name of the new concept should give you an idea on the vibe of BGC's newest dining hotspot and right off the bat, this may very well be my kind of Nikkei. Why? Read on and find out...

#ExperienZingnow: Time To Get Your Zing On at the Del Monte Fruity Zing Tunnel

A bad day leaving you feeling down and out? Time to get your much needed zing to get you back in the groove. Boost your mood by simply opening a bottle or entering the Del Monte Fruity Zing Tunnel and you're right back at the top of your game in the driver's seat...

Life's hurdles and even countless little annoyances all add up to slow you down and dampen your mood. If you've lost that zing, you need a refreshing remedy. Fast. Del Monte Philippines recently launched the new Del Monte Fruity Zing in Apple-Lychee and Calamansi-Lemon variants made with real fruits offering a thirst-quenching alternative guaranteed to lift your mood. To support the launch, an innovative and interactive series of brand activations were implemented bannered by the cool Del Monte Fruity Zing Tunnel at C1 Park, Bonifacio High Street Central last August 2 to 4, 2024. Missed it? No worries. Another round is scheduled on the 24th at Hydro Manila. Read on for a preview of what to expect at the cool Del Monte Fruity Zing Tunnel... 

Decadence in Full Color: Krispy Kreme Sweetens Hello Kitty's 50th Anniversary With Its Indulgent New Doughnut Collection

Two enduring and iconic brands celebrate milestone moments with a box containing a half-dozen indulgent doughnut creations to tease both the eye and palate in a seamless weave with each bite. Say hello to the new Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Doughnuts by Krispy Kreme Philippines...

The Home of the Original Glazed reinterprets the the flavors of the world's most popular and favorite anthropomorphized white cat (wait, is she really a cat?) with decadent flavors in full technicolor for its latest edition of specialty doughnuts. And it really is a treat feeding first the eye before the palate. Krispy Kreme Philippines introduces the Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Doughnuts collection with six tempting and colorful variants as part of its own celebration for its milestone 87th birthday. That's right, Krispy Kreme has been serving its renowned Original Glazed and more since 1937. And when two iconic brands come together, you just know it's special...