Legacy, White, Aged: Experience The Refined Taste Of Heritage & Excellence with Bonifacio Pot Still Rum By Destileria Limtuaco

Heritage and innovation are fused in a meticulous weave as the country's oldest distillery leads the way once more introducing the country's very first pure pot distilled rum made entirely from local molasses. More than just a new product line in a growing portfolio of brands, it's a continuing story that's been quietly distilling for over 173 years...

With a new generation of innovators at the helm of the family-run Destileria Limtuaco ushering a fresh wave of groundbreaking products led by the latest offering from their recently acquired cognac pot still, the Bonifacio Philippine Pure Pot Still Rum draws inspiration from both the distillery's proud and long history with inventive spins on classic spirits. Available in Legacy, White and Aged variants, the new rum expressions represent the famed distillery's bold vision moving forward backed by tradition since 1852. Read on for a peek at the Bonifacio Rum Masterclass at Three Dots MNL in Greenhills...

Up High At Aire32 Bar And Events Venue At The Top Of The Westin Manila

Located high above the Ortigas skyline is the busy and ever changing commercial and business district's newest dive. Now on its soft opening phase, head up the 32nd floor for a sneak peek...

Nearing its final stage of completion, Aire32 at the top of The Westin Manila will soon take flight as one of the metro's premier bar destinations with its sweeping views of the sunset and the Ortigas cityscape. More than just another al fresco space high above the city, Aire32 brings its own distinct vibe and character to the evolving bar scene this side of the metro. 

The Project Vino Reserve x Urban Farmers Collab Presents The Farm To Table Experience

They say the appreciation of good wine is a personal journey with multi-layered experiences in every single moment. Unhurried and at your own pace, Project Vino Reserve lets you celebrate these moments in an elegant yet intimate setting at the Proscenium Retail Row in Rockwell. Along with great wine, complete the experience with exquisite cuisine to complete the experience. In an exciting and creative collaboration, Project Vino Reserve and Urban Farmers takes your wine pairing experience up a notch with the Farm to Table experience...

The timely collaboration isn't just a mere trend, but a sign of the times where food provenance becomes a key consideration in our food choices. Fresh, sustainable organic produce is at the very heart of the advocacy of Urban Farmers, and this is masterfully rendered in a variety of exquisite dishes at Project Vino Reserve with the Farm to Table experience. 

City Cafe Coffee With A View? 7-Eleven Albay Branch With Mount Mayon As Its Backdrop Becomes A Must-Visit Spot

I remember seeing the once viral images of a 7-Eleven store against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Fuji in Japan and thought to myself, could there be a more stunning image of the world's favorite neighborhood convenience store? Happily there is. Our very own Mount Mayon in Bicol becomes the eye-catching setting for your paboritong kapitbahay's newest location...

Photo provided by 7-Eleven

7-Eleven has always been your reliable and dependable go-to spot for satisfying quick bites, refreshingly drinks and everyday essentials, it's a part of every Filipino's daily routine. With one conveniently located near you, you can be sure 7-Eleven is right there for you 24/7 anytime, everyday. But your paboritong kapitbahay takes its mission of bringing an elevated consumer experience quite seriously, literally taking it a notch higher with its new location in Albay. Located with breathtaking views of the famed Mount Mayon behind its familiar tri-colors of orange, green and red, enjoy a soothing cup of City Cafe coffee with a view...

Oysters, Wine, Sake, Sausages, Sharing Of Knowledge And Building Relevant Connections At The CCA Show Kitchen

It was a gathering of friends in the industry that became an extended classroom for culinary students and a base for establishing and reconnecting partnerships and alliances anchored on shared goals. Welcome to the CCA Business Networking Evening at the CCA Show Kitchen...

CCA Culinary Director Philip John Golding and the Business Development team recently hosted the CCA Business Networking Evening at the CCA Show Kitchen in what could be a scalable template for future collaborative events. The impressive show kitchen is an elegant state-of-the-art space featuring an intimate dining area with its own open kitchen ideal for demos and rows of actual cooking/work stations for a unique private dining experience, pop-ups, collaborations, product launches, brand activations and events. That evening, the space lit up with an engaging exchange of knowledge and ideas among restaurateurs, suppliers, entrepreneurs and industry partners as the CCA Show Kitchen kicked off the first in a series of networking events showcasing its full potential and infinite possibilities...

Keeping It Real, Twenty-Five Years And Counting At Tender Bob's

Food trends come and go and as the local restaurant scene continues to evolve, the more we get to appreciate the comforting flavors that have endured wave upon wave of the "next big thing". Change is good and even vital in the continued growth of the local dining landscape. But sometimes, all you want is the comforting familiarity of the dishes you've always loved like steaks, ribs and burgers with honest, pure and real flavors.  At Tender Bob's...

Now celebrating its milestone 25th year of serving its own brand of comforting cuisine anchored on American style steaks, ribs and burgers, Tender Bob's remains a familiar and even nostalgic name when it comes to sumptuous dishes that's uncomplicated and downright honest. And you can always expect that bite to take you back to the very first time you visited Tender Bob's. That's what endears Tender Bob's to many of its loyal customers, twenty-five flavorful years and counting. Let's do steaks, ribs and burgers at Tender Bob's...

7-Eleven Brews A Fun SIPrise With The New City Cafe Blind Cups

If there's one rock-solid truth in these changing times, you can always be sure of having a soothing cup of coffee with City Blends at 7-Eleven. Anywhere. Always. And without the fuss and none of the drama. But did you know your favorite neighborhood convenience store is also brewing up some playful fun with your coffee? Ever reliable and exciting just as you'd expect from your paboritong kapitbahay, leave it to 7-Eleven to always be there with that refreshing brew and even some fun in a cup to lighten the load of a busy and oftentimes stressful day...

7-Eleven brews up an exciting SIPrise with the cool new limited edition City Cafe Blind Cups where you get to enjoy a great cup of coffee plus a chance to find a hidden charm. Mystery and a playful element of fun transforms your coffee experience in what could be a highlight in a long day. Game? Then read on...

7-Eleven Owns The Brainfreeze Moment With The Bold New Flavor, Treat And Look Of The Iconic Slurpee

Everyone's all-time faves at your paboritong kapitbahay are always refreshed and creatively updated with novel and exciting new twists, it's really no wonder why loyal customers keep coming back to 7-Eleven for both the comfortingly familiar and fun new variations. Like the reinvented Slurpee®...

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That's right, your reliable go-to neighborhood convenience store shakes things up with some innovative new offerings for your next brainfreeze moment. 7-Eleven brings the chill with the surprising new flavor and reinvented look of its enduring Slurpee® with its unique brand of refreshment inspired by a nostalgic local staple. Curious? Then, read on...

Crunch It With 7-Eleven Crunch Time's Hype Man, Crunchito

Who doesn't love fried food, like fried chicken, fried chicken fillet or fried siomai? That's right, fried food is more than just a craving. It's comfort food that warms your palate and makes any day, specially those bad ones that creep up on you so much more bearable. It's about celebrating even the small wins, like a hearty and satisfying meal of Crunch Time Fried Chicken. Or the Crunch Time Crunchy Pan Pepperoni and Creamy Spinach Pizza. And your favorite neighborhood convenience store hears you loud and clear serving their signature Crunch Time for every kapitbahay's daily craving. 

Photo provided by 7-Eleven

From fried chicken, chicken fillet, siomai, Crunchy Pan and more, 7-Eleven knows your cravings and never stopped at simply providing the ultimate fried food fix for less. The Crunch Time FRYmily is getting a solid boost in the form of its newest brand character, Crunchito just to remind you that 7-Eleven is serious about its winning fried food game. With his signature fried chicken suit, Crunchito is every 7-Eleven customer's go-to hype man. Think of Crunchito as your daily Crunchy Motivator to ensure even the most ordinary moments are certified FRYnalo. And that's a win. Like the 7-Eleven Crunch Time Crunchy Pan Pepperoni Pizza...

All Aboard The Aussie Lamb Caravan By Meat And Livestock Australia For A Savory And Flavorful Ride At Participating Restaurants

From biryani, lamb chops, kofta and roasts to burgers, stews and tacos, the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) brings the fresh, clean and bold savory flavors of world-class Aussie Lamb to some of the metro's top restaurants. Hop aboard the Aussie Lamb Caravan for a flavorful ride...

Renowned all over the world for its flavor, Aussie Lamb boasts of the "all-natural advantage" with its free range, pasture-raised, grass-fed qualities with absolutely no artificial additives and growth hormones making it the top choice among restaurants and home kitchens in over 100 countries. Building on the success of its novel Lambassador program led by acclaimed Chef Robby Goco (see more on my post, Lambtastic: Meat And Livestock Australia Appoints Chef Robby Goco As The First "Lambassador" For The Philippines from early last year), the campaign is expanded by partnering with even more of the country's top restaurants. It's a clear sign that Aussie Lamb ranks high in the growing list of protein options now widely embraced by more Filipino chefs and diners who are discovering its premium quality, unique and distinct rich flavor and remarkable versatility. Ready to hop aboard the Aussie Lamb Caravan? Then, read on...

7-Eleven Plus Three: Your Favorite Neighborhood Convenience Store Opens Three New Dine-In Stores In Bacolod And La Union

With over four thousand locations nationwide and counting, your favorite neighborhood convenience store continues to expand its reach bringing both comfort and convenience to thousands of Filipinos everyday. And it continues to grow to serve even more kapitbahays as 7-Eleven opens three new dine-in stores in Bacolod down south and La Union up north...

Driven by its goal and mission of serving even more kapitbahays, the growing network of the convenience pioneer and giant adds three new locations in line with their push to elevate the customer experience. 7-Eleven recently opened three brand new dine-in stores in Bacolod and La Union serving up their signature bites and beverages. Read on for a peek at the the 7-Eleven branches up north and down south...

Located in the famous surf town of Sebay Surf Central along the National Highway in Brgy. San Juan, the new 7-Eleven !+? Cafe Reserve is your new go-to destination for a refreshing cup of coffee after an exhilarating day on the surf. Designed and outfitted with surfing inspired décor including surfboards, the newest addition to 7-Eleven's ever-expanding network fits right in at the famed surfing destination of the north. And they have the goods too for that after surf break. Think premium coffee brewed from 100% Ethiopian beans in Americano, French Vanilla, Spanish Latte and Mochaccino. And there's more. Iced Matcha, Iced Coconut Latte and Iced Orange Coffee offer refreshing and tempting options at the surfer's paradise of La Union. 

Rustic rattan chairs and wooden tables complements the coastal province's seaside aesthetic and cool surfing vibe. Pair your signature coffee with tasty bites from the crew-served store like fresh-baked treats including Butter Croissant, Chocolate Drizzled Croissant and savory Sausage Rolls. Or go for your usual picks likes the Big Bite Hotdogs, 7-Fresh Siopao and Slurpee. 

While beach lovers, sun chasers and surfers enjoy 7-Eleven's new !+? Cafe Reserve at Sebay Surf Central, Bacolodnons aren't left out as 7-Eleven opens its new !+? Cafe Reserve at One Regis Condominium, Megaworld Upper East for that much needed coffee fix without busting your wallet and the exciting and innovative Crunch Time Concept Store in Lopez Jaena corner Rizal Street. Fried chicken fans, time to celebrate at your new fave hotspot...

Fans of 7-Eleven's popular Crunch Time brand can enjoy their signature Fried Chicken, Chicken Fillet, Nuggets, Chicken Siomai, Fries and Fried Bread at Bacolod's new Crunch Time Concept Store. 

The new locations aren't just mere additions to a growing network of branches but a reflection of continuous innovation cementing 7-Eleven's position as your paboritong kapitbahay. It's also a clear sign that their own specialty brands like Crunch Time and !+? Cafe Reserve along with Big Bite, 7-Fresh and Slurpee can stand on its own setting 7-Eleven apart from the rest. 

And that MassKara themed wall design? Very cool. The Bacolod stores were formally launched last July 11 coinciding with 7-Eleven's milestone birthday as it continues to widen and extend its reach and presence in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. And this may be just the beginning as your paboritong kapitbahay is yet another three stores closer to making convenience possible in every corner of the country. 

Triple the convenience, 7-Eleven sums up its winning formula with three new locations offering its signature products highlighting both value and variety. And there's more yet to come from everyone's favorite neighborhood convenience store...

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Lasa x Lahi: A Stellar Culinary Cast Shines At The Marriott Grand Ballroom For The International Manila Food Festival

Pride in the local culinary heritage and national identity were celebrated in four days of vibrant flavors and creativity redefining Filipino cuisine. And a fitting ending was in order. Last Sunday, August 10, the country's best and brightest culinary stars both here and abroad converged to cap the first International Manila Food Festival on a high note with an impressive Grand Tasting at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Newport World Resorts. And what a finale...

Fresh perspectives drawn from countless memorable and nostalgic stories highlighted a renewed commitment in further elevating Filipino cuisine at the recent International Manila Food Festival at Newport World Resorts. It's these stories and traditions that binds and links us in a tight weave despite the complex tapestry of culinary diversity and regional variations. The four days of the festival proved that the time for Filipino cuisine is now, in all its creative renditions as showcased by 12 renowned chefs at the Grand Tasting in the Marriott Grand Ballroom. 

The Meat Of The Matter: Insightful Talks And An Elegant Rising Sons Dinner At The International Manila Food Festival in Newport World Resorts

Some food for thought to initiate engaging dialogue and a luxurious dinner by emerging chefs with Filipino roots from Orlando and Toronto marks the itinerary for the day. It's a full day at the International Manila Food Festival with a series of panel discussions and a sumptuous feast taking you to the meat of the matter at the first ever major international culinary event in the metro since Madrid Fusion Manila...

After a memorable inaugural dinner to formally open the International Manila Food Festival last August 7 at Casa Buenas in Newport World Resorts (more on my post here at Food For Thought: Rediscovering Filipino Cuisine With A Fresh Perspective At The First International Manila Food Festival in Casa Buenas), the festival gets down to business with some real talk on the current state of Filipino cuisine from industry stalwarts and a lavish dinner featuring contemporary expressions of traditional Filipino flavors by Chefs Lordfer Lalicon of Kaya Orlando and Danny Cancino of Mineral Toronto at Yawaragi in Hotel Okura. Both chefs, rising stars from the US and Canada, offer yet another fresh and creative perspective on modern Filipino cuisine for even more colorful layers in the evolving story of our culinary heritage. 

Food For Thought: Rediscovering Filipino Cuisine With A Fresh Perspective At The First International Manila Food Festival In Casa Buenas

In the biggest culinary event since Madrid Fusion Manila, Filipino cuisine once again takes the spotlight in a lavish spectacle spread out in four days at Newport World Resorts. The first ever International Manila Food Festival headlined by the country's best chefs both here and abroad shared a variety of flavorful expressions inspired by nostalgic memories and creativity in celebration of the local culinary heritage. 

Any local cuisine, they say is an eclectic collection of stories and memories passed down from countless generations retold in a dish. It's our identity and DNA, exquisitely plated representing who we are in multiple layers of comforting notes. At the launch and opening dinner of the International Manila Food Festival last August 7 in Casa Buenas of Newport World Resorts, guests were served a sumptuous preview of Filipino cuisine reimagined by the country's very best chefs joined by a new generation of rising stars from abroad with their own fresh, novel and creative perspective on traditional flavors. With a free reign on interpretations unbound by unwritten rules yet rooted in tradition, the formal media dinner opened up exciting possibilities on the state of Filipino cuisine on the global table. That memorable evening, new stories on local cuisine were shared and elegantly served...

7-Eleven x Mister Donut Collab: Ever Imagined Your Favorite Slurpee® In A Doughnut?

Your favorite kapitbahay does it again. An innovative reimagining of a classic transformed in the newest and perhaps most creative snack time treat yet awaits at your trusted and always dependable neighborhood convenience store...

It's the often unexpected yet delightful surprises that keep you coming back again and again to your friendly neighborhood hotspot just to check on what's new or simply satisfy your cravings. This time, 7-Eleven pulls out one more tasty surprise from its bag of tricks with a bold and sweet take on Slurpee® for some indulgent bites with the Slurpee® Donuts in collaboration with Mister Donut. Available in Cotton Candy and Iskrambol, the new Slurpee® Donuts are an exciting addition to the tempting array of treats at 7-Eleven. Ready for a bite? Then, read on...

A Private Omakase Feast By Chef Daniel Ken Miyamoto At Kappo In The Exclusive PVT Members Lounge

Shhhh...can you keep a secret? Spilling the tea on one of the metro's best kept dining destinations, revealed one exquisite course and plate at a time high up the vibrant Ortigas cityscape...

Exclusive. Members only. Private. Located forty floors above Ortigas at the elegant Exquadra Tower, Kappo at PVT Members Lounge offers an intimate and elevated dining experience unlike any other. Think of it as your own personal sanctuary far away and high above the hectic urban pace. And that view changes with the shifting light accompanying each dish to complete the experience. Membership does have its perks...

Love Lamb? Meat & Livestock Australia Lambassador Chef Robby Goco Serves Five Savory and Inventive Renditions at Souv by Cyma

I love lamb. Though it remains low on the protein hierarchy following pork, beef and chicken in local consumption, there are certain establishments that are leading the way in serving up excellent lamb renditions. One of the most common meats in global cuisines, lamb offers unique and hearty flavors yet it is rarely part of the home table's repertoire of savory dishes. And that's where Chef Robby Goco comes in. Meat & Livestock Australia Lambassador Chef Robby Goco fires up the kitchen at Souv by Cyma presenting countless flavorful possibilities with premium lamb for a satisfying alternative.

Renowned culinary personality and acknowledged master of everything lamb Chef Robby Goco presents his exquisite renditions inspired by a variety of cuisines including Spanish, Mexican and even local flavors for a fresh take on savory lamb dishes. Recognized as the country's first "Lambassador" for Meat & Livestock Australia, Chef Robby Goco flexes his culinary prowess with five inventive lamb creations deviating from his signature Greek style to showcase the versatility of the premium protein at Souv by Cyma (for more on Meat & Livestock Australia and Lambassador Chef Robby Goco, see my previous posts Lambtastic: Meat and Livestock Australia Appoints Chef Robby Goco As The First "Lambassador" For The Philippines from April last year and Lambtastic Quartet of Savory Richness At Souv by Cyma from late last year).

A Fresh Chapter Unfolds At The New Location Of Sugi Japanese Restaurant in Garden Towers Makati

Few restaurants in the metro's local and constantly evolving culinary scene have endured the test of time, and fewer still have reached the four decade milestone serving their signature cuisine. One of them is a very familiar name. For over forty years and counting, Sugi Japanese Restaurant has always been on the top of any list for exquisite and authentic Japanese cuisine, and a new chapter unfolds bringing the freshest flavors of the season...

Timeless, nostalgic, classic. Since the eighties, Sugi Japanese Restaurant led the upward trend in Japanese restaurants anchored on both quality and authenticity deeply embedding itself in Manila's culinary mainstream. Everyone I know has a story from the revered Japanese dining establishment from many years back including my own fond memories. But like the changing of seasons, a fresh and exciting chapter in its continuing story begins at its new location in Makati's Garden Towers. Read on for a reunion of familiar flavors and discover new dishes at Sugi Japanese Restaurant...

Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 Day 3: Bring On The Beef At Sinta

My culminating dinner at the Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 caps a memorable and successful second edition of the annual event with an exquisite savory feast at one of the southern dining destination's picturesque  locations. It was a fitting ending to solid and immersive three-day experience of vibrant flavors, celebrated and anchored on community and local pride. Welcome to Sinta...

The dramatic setting effortlessly weaves the place, cuisine and service in one elegantly effortless and seamless weave with panoramic views of the lake below. Delicately perched on a hillside slope for unobstructed views, Sinta by the PYC Foods Corporation (the same group behind high-end dining establishments in Manila including One World Deli, One World Butchers, The Tattooed Baker and Pardon My French) is one more chef-driven restaurant that's elevating the dining scene in Tagaytay. A purveyor of world-class gourmet products including premium beef in their restaurants and retail stores, it's no surprise Sinta curated an all-beef menu for the Tagaytay Food Festival 2025. Read on for a peek at the savory dishes from Sinta...

Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 Day 3: From Cebu To Tagaytay, Anzani Ville Sommet's Mediterranean Flavors Shines At The Premier Southern Dining Destination

Acclaimed and award-winning Chef Marco Anzani leads the latest wave of chef-driven restaurants in the southern dining destination with the opening of Anzani Ville Sommet in Tagaytay. The entry of yet another stellar culinary institution to the growing roster of Tagaytay's dining attractions reaffirms its undisputed and much envied position as the culinary haven south of Manila. 

From Cebu to Tagaytay, Chef Marco Anzani brings his modern and contemporary spin with his bright and vibrant New Mediterranean Cuisine to Tagaytay's colorful tapestry of diverse flavors at Anzani Ville Sommet. This is Day 3 at the Tagaytay Food Festival 2025, by far the most immersive experience yet while unraveling the region's many complex layers of exquisite flavors. Read on for a taste of the sunny Mediterranean high up in foggy Tagaytay at Anzani Ville Sommet...

Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 Day 2: Unveiling The Food That Binds At The Fatted Calf x Restaurant Fiz Singapore Dinner Collaboration

The rich, diverse and multi-colored tapestry of Southeast Asian cuisine with distinct threads of culinary traditions paint a vivid palette of bold flavors that define the region in the global table. Yet behind all the complex blend of spices, aromatics and indigenous ingredients lies a subtle even nuanced and seemingly invisible weave that ties and links our unique culinary cultures in a much larger more complex quilt. This is the food that binds, masterfully executed with each exquisite course at The Fatted Calf x Restaurant Fiz collab...

Chefs JajJay Sycip and Rhea Castro Sycip of The Fatted Calf and Hafizzul Hashim of Singapore's Restaurant Fiz take us on a deep and immersive exploration with Malaysian and Filipino cuisine finding common threads in an exquisite collaboration for the recent Tagaytay Food Festival. In a lavish multi-course feast, the chefs revealed threads of shared ingredients, techniques and flavors that ties Malaysian and Filipino cuisine together in a mutual homage and respect for tradition. Read on and find your seat for a unique one-time only dining experience at The Fatted Calf...

Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 Day 2: Food For Thought, A Heritage Lunch Buffet At Taal Vista Hotel's The Veranda and Sumptuous Sunset Sessions

The heavy fog and continuous rains up in Tagaytay failed in holding back the infectious enthusiasm of Tagaytay's tightly-knit community of chefs, restaurateurs, farmers and producers. Rain or even more rain, the organizers had a full itinerary lined up. 

The events of the day before still lingered as you wake up to another rainy day in Tagaytay. Not that I hate the rain, in fact the thick fog brings its own captivating spell to the southern dining destination. Today's festivities include an insightful session with industry stalwarts and yes, more feasts to celebrate Tagaytay Food Festival 2025's theme of The Food That Binds revealing even more complex layers in Tagaytay's ever evolving food and restaurant scene. But first, breakfast...

Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 Day 1: Celebrating The Food That Binds with Tradition and Creativity

How far would you go for the food you love? Three memorable days in Tagaytay proved that no distance is far enough to deter you from the food you love, not even the constant rains and fog could dampen your craving. More than nourishment, the food that sustains us also binds us together shaping and defining our culture and identity. In a celebration of creativity and community, the Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 edition reminds us once more how food reconnects us with the land, produce and local culture from the simplest staple to intricate expressions. 

From July 18 to 20, the famed southern region showcased its full tapestry of colorful flavors from traditional local and international cuisine to modern contemporary executions in a lavish display of regional pride. Chefs, restaurateurs, farmers, producers and brands eagerly responded to the call to represent the very best of Tagaytay as the premier dining destination down south of Manila in a unified and collaborative celebration. The first in a series of five posts, here's a look back at the Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 retracing the memorable events from Day 1...

Boosting NextGen Tourism: PHILTOA Officially Launches 36th Philippine Travel Mart

The country's most anticipated travel expo is formally launched setting the stage with renewed vision and purpose and a continuing commitment to enhancing the travel experience. Driven by sustainability, digitization, inclusivity and health & wellness, this is your gateway to a more meaningful experience with the wonders of travel...

At the exclusive preview held at The Peninsula Manila, the Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) reaffirms its commitment to innovation, sustainability, inclusivity and wellness redefining an industry that's more connected, responsible, future-ready and more in-tune to the new generation of travelers with the theme Boosting NextGen Tourism. These will be showcased at the 36th Philippine Travel Mart scheduled for September 5-7, 2025 at the SMX Convention Center. Make your travel plans, and let PHILTOA show you the way...

Experience Dining Reimagined As Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts Unveils A New Chapter In Flavor And Craftsmanship

Starting July 24, Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts embarks on a bold new chapter in its culinary journey redefining and elevating the dining experience across its signature outlets. The hotel-wide program features exciting new flavors, immersive stations and reimagined menus for an elegant yet approachable experience deeply rooted in popular guest favorites, seasonal ingredients, refreshed spaces and a renewed commitment to sustainability and culinary excellence. Step inside Hilton Manila and experience dining reimagined...

The exciting new chapter uncorks the infinite possibilities and full potential of Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts' creative culinary team, unleashing a world of exquisite, rich and diverse flavors at Madison Lounge & Bar, Hua Yuan Brasserie Chinoise, Port Bar and Kusina Sea Kitchens. Bigger, better, leveled up and elevated, the extensive and lavish new offerings presents a vibrant new perspective on refined culinary expressions inspired and refreshed by unrestrained creativity. Read on for a tasty peek at dining, reimagined at Hilton Manila...

IloIlo's Famous and Iconic Dish Comes to Pasig at Pat-Pat's Kansi Ortigas

For generations, bowls of sumptuous and comforting boiled fork-tender beef shank and bone marrow soured with batuan filled countless appetites and nostalgic stories enriching our daily routines. Make no bones about it, the iconic kansi continues to warm our palates on both sunny and rainy days. From the Jaro district in Iloilo to the busy commercial and business district of Pasig, Pat-Pat's Kansi Ortigas brings its rich culinary heritage and cherished family traditions served in a steaming hot bowl of savory goodness at its newest location in the metro...

Recently designated as the first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy in the Philippines, Iloilo is home to many regional local staples that have shaped and defined our palate. From Batchoy and Inasal to Pancit Molo and Kadios, Baboy, Langka, Iloilo spins its own unique vibrant tapestry of colorful flavors to the rich and diverse weave of our national culinary identity. And when you mention Iloilo, the dish kansi is soon part of the conversation. And no other name is more associated with the local specialty than Pat-Pat's Kansi, now with its newest branch in the Pasig Ortigas area. Read on for a serving of Iloilo's pride in a bowl...

Vibrant New Stories Emerge at Makati's Poblacion...

An eclectic neighborhood in the midst of change and transition ushers in a new chapter in its on-going story. Familiar and new names in the 'hood paint a colorful tapestry constantly evolving yet remaining as diverse Poblacion has always been known for with its own distinctive pulse and creative vibe. Let's take a walk around the neighborhood...

It's been years since I last visited Poblacion, but the same spirit remains just as unique and proudly rebellious even defiant staying true to its non-conformist nature. Despite the changes and absence of former establishments, a new batch of hotspots takes their place continuing a tradition that has long defined the neighborhood alongside the enduring dives of Poblacion. It's this continuous wave of change that breathes and injects new life to the neighborhood forever in transition. Welcome to the latest chapter of Makati's iconic neighborhood...

Let's Talk Bacon. And Ham and Sausages Too by Jones Dairy Farm...

Pork, salt and spices, the very same recipe used by seven generations of the Jones family since 1889 remains the flavorful base for the bacon, smoked ham and breakfast sausages of Jones Dairy Farm. And absolutely no fillers, binders, preservatives, MSG and nitrites. It's time to rethink our choices for bacon, ham and sausages and keep up with the Joneses...

For 136 years since Milo C. Jones created his classic breakfast sausage using his mother's recipe in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, few things have changed at Jones Dairy Farm. And rightfully so. Today, the private family-owned business has become a beloved institution with its growing range of meat products that now includes Canadian Bacon, Meatballs, Liver Sausage and Scrapple to complement its core of all-natural sausages, bacon and ham all prepared in the enduring family tradition setting it apart from the usual commercial options. It's been called the Jones Difference. And it's your turn to discover the enduring flavors from Jones Dairy Farm...

When It Rains, Fire Up The Table Top Grills for the All-You-Can-Eat All Day, Everyday Yakiniku Feast at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ and Dessert at Morelli's Gelato

The regular afternoon downpour can just ruin any plan for the day. You can simply wait out the rain or better yet, fire up the table top grill. See you at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ and let it rain...

Known for its grilled thinly sliced meats, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ which translates to "bull's horn" brings traditional yakiniku with an unlimited, all-you-can-eat twist all-day long guaranteed to satisfy any carnivorous craving. Priced at P 1,249 (adults) and P 598 (children), enjoy a lavish selection of appetizers, homemade pickles, fresh salads, soups, yakitori, eight savory options of beef, pork and chicken ready for grilling and desserts. And when it rains, the table-top grills at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ is ready to warm your palate and serious cravings (for more on Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ, see my posts Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ, Now Grillin' at GH Mall in Greenhills on the formal launch from early last year and Fire Up Your Table Top Grill. It's Eat-All-You-Can All Day, Everyday at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in GH Mall...from late last year). Rain or no rain, come hungry at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ...

Coffee and Grilled Pork Chops at H Proper Coffee Roasters

It isn't common to find exquisite coffee in your usual restaurant. And rarer to still to find hearty and comforting cuisine in a coffee shop. H Proper Coffee Roasters changes all that...

You're constantly on the prowl for a cup of coffee made with the finest single origin beans from around the world including Colombia, Ethiopia and Brazil but you're also looking for a satisfying meal and not just a snack. Plus, options for refreshing cocktails too. Now you can enjoy all these in one spot as H Proper Coffee Roasters redefines the coffee experience with a full menu of comforting cuisine plus fresh baked treats anchored by their premium coffee selections. Who's game for some Grilled Pork Chops? Then, read on...

Rainy Days and Soup Dumplings at Paradise Dynasty

Grey skies and the pouring rain always triggers a craving, an involuntary reaction that automatically leads you to one place. It's time for some soup dumplings at Paradise Dynasty...

That soft and delicate bite followed by a palate draping and warm flavorful burst of savory richness, there's just nothing quite like it. The famed "little basket bun" or Xiao Long Bao remains an iconic enduring staple in Chinese cuisine and one place always serves the perfect steamer of indulgent meticulously handcrafted bites. Read on and join me at Paradise Dynasty...

7-Eleven Day: Enjoy Up To 50% Discounts On Over 400 Items, Exciting e-Raffle Promotions and More As 7-Eleven Celebrates Its Annual Five-Day Birthday Blowout

When your favorite neighborhood convenience store celebrates its special day, you know it's a grand birthday blowout on an epic scale. No one does birthday celebrations like your paboritong kapitabahay...

7-Eleven Philippines celebrates its much awaited and anticipated birthday bash with a record-breaking blowout of awesome discounts and unbeatable deals, an exciting e-raffle promotion and cool laptop giveaway plus two new concept stores in Bacolod to add to its ever expanding network. From July 7 to 11 (that's right, five full days of fantastic deals nationwide), celebrate your favorite neighborhood convenience store's 7-Eleven Day and shop non-stop with deals you just can't pass up. Read on and find out more on 7-Eleven Day... 

Meet Me at Podium Social for Coffee, Cocktails and Beer to Sumptuous Cuisine...

One floor with five exciting restaurants is bringing a new, refreshing and cool kind of energy to redefine the mall scene in Ortigas. The top of The Podium is transformed to become the next dining destination with its curated array of offerings all in one place. Welcome to Podium Social...

The Podium unveils its bold and innovative concept with Podium Social, a culinary hub that's bound to reshape the mall and dining landscape in the vibrant and ever changing commercial and business district. With a distinct vibe that sets it apart from the usual, this new hotspot is a much needed shot revitalizing the mall's evolving culinary character. And it's happening. Read on and head up to Podium Social...

Enjoy A Cup And Let It Snow With The 7-Eleven Winter EsCUPades Raffle Promotion

Zurich in Switzerland, Hokkaido in Japan, Jeju Island in South Korea or Ulaanbataar in Mongolia, where would you like to fly to for your ultimate winter escapade? Give it some serious thought. Or better yet, enjoy your favorite soothing cup of City Cafe or refreshing GULP beverage from 7-Eleven. And who knows, you may very well be on your way to your dream winter destination with 7-Eleven's Winter EsCUPades raffle promotion...

Who hasn't dreamed of experiencing or frolicking through the snow in a faraway destination? Now on its third edition, your favorite neighborhood convenience store brings back its much anticipated 7-Eleven Winter EsCUPades raffle promotion for a chance to win a winter holiday in Hokkaido, Japan; Jeju Island, South Korea; Ulaanbataar, Mongolia and Zurich, Switzerland. Ready for that cup of coffee or beverage from 7-Eleven for that snowy getaway? Then, read on...

Taste of Artistry: A 5-Course Filipino Tasting Experience at Haliya Modern Filipino Cuisine in City of Dreams Manila

The delicate balance between tradition and inspired creative renditions plays out in an exquisite tasting menu showcasing Filipino cuisine. The bold reimagination in the presentation of local flavors becomes an elegant expression of our rich culinary heritage, exquisitely plated and presented where the familiar becomes refreshingly new at Haliya Modern Filipino Cuisine... 

Haliya Modern Filipino Cuisine at City of Dreams Manila presents a refined and elevated snapshot of local flavors in an exquisite tasting menu dubbed Taste of Artistry, a lavish 5-Course experience featuring our rich culinary heritage. The special menu is a celebration of the flavors that continue to define and unite us with each course reinterpreted with the meticulous style and flair of Haliya Modern Filipino Cuisine. Read on for a peek at a Taste of Artistry...

East Eats: Eat Pizza Heads East with the Opening of its Fourth Location at SM City East Ortigas

SM City North Edsa. SM Mall of Asia. SM City Grand Central. And now SM City East Ortigas. There's just no stopping the sensational single serve 10-inch pizza from Korea as it heads east for its fourth and newest branch...

Eat Pizza turns to the east as it expands its presence in key high-density commercial areas in the metro with the opening of its fourth branch at SM City East Ortigas. And that's just the beginning. The raging K-Food pizza revolution continues its aggressive expansion with even more planned in the pipeline. More than just another passing trend, Eat Pizza is poised to take the unique concept straight into the local culinary mainstream sliding out innovation, value and quality with rich savory notes in every 10-inch pizza. Ready for your own tasty slide of bold flavors in a novel and non-traditional pizza? Then, read on...

A Taste of Tung Lok Seafood at Gateway 2

What's the first dish that comes up when you think of Singaporean cuisine? Laksa, crispy fish skin with salted egg and Hainanese Chicken would be on that list. But I'm pretty sure Chili Crabs would be in the conversation and maybe even top any list . And when you're craving Singaporean Chinese cuisine in the metro, Tung Lok Seafood always pops up automatically. It's time to #CelebratewithTungLok...

Tung Lok Seafood is widely known for a number of dishes including their bestselling Chili Crabs that's almost mandatory for the complete dining experience at the enduring Singaporean institution. But Tung Lok Seafood has a number of other specialty dishes to add to your long and growing list. Now, let's take a closer look at the list...