Soothing Cocktails All-Day Long at H Proper Coffee Roasters in Ayala Triangle Gardens

Where can you find some of the best cocktails in the metro? Try H Proper Coffee Roasters. But wait, cocktails in a coffee joint? Believe it. Next time you're thinking of getting a freshly brewed cup of artisan coffee at H Proper Coffee Roasters, why not have a cocktail first before that cup? 

H Proper Coffee Roasters in Ayala Triangle Gardens brews not only some of the best artisan coffee with its curated selection of premium beans from Ethiopia, Colombia and Brazil but some mean cocktails too.  And the best part? You can make your refreshing tipple even better with their sumptuous menu selections. And great coffee for a night cap. Cocktails at H Proper Coffee Roasters? Sounds like a plan...

A Bar in a Bar in a Bar...at Hotel Bar.

Deep in the underbelly of one of BGC's prominent landmarks lies a secret hidden watering hole known only by a select few via hushed whispers. Loyal customers would love to keep it that way, keeping the intriguing speakeasy all to themselves. But in today's age of social media, even a discreetly muted post combined with old-fashioned word of mouth can't keep a good thing from getting around. What can be cooler than a bar within a bar within a bar?

Located at the ground floor of Shangri-La The Fort along Pink's Manila and Pizza Sisters is one of BGC's best kept secrets. Libations await. Welcome to Hotel Bar... 

Naughty & Nice in Black with J & M Naughty & Nice Cream by Carmen's Best

Innovation never stops at Carmen's Best Ice Cream, one of the country's leading artisanal ice cream brands. Tapping new markets with fresh, novel products is one way of keeping in step with the ever changing consumer to remain relevant in this new normal, and Carmen's Best is one step ahead of the game.   

Carmen's Best Ice Cream expands its growing product portfolio of specialty offerings with the launch of J & M Naughty & Nice Cream, a unique line of premium alcohol-infused ice cream. Ice cream with a spirited shot of alcohol makes it naughty and nice for a refreshingly new way of enjoying the ice cream experience. Ready to raise a toast for the newest member of the Carmen's Best family? Then, read on...

Raging Bull Burgers: Seriously Badass Burgers Fresh From The Charcoal Grill

Sink your teeth in this...

You can always find a burger anywhere, but it's probably the easiest meal to mess up. More than just a lump of beef slapped between soft buns, a good burger is a serious matter with its own unwritten set of rules almost like a religion. And they take it seriously here at Raging Bull Burgers...

Power Lunch at Flame, Cocktails at Edge...

A sumptuous lunch followed by a round of cocktails, the new year is definitely off to a great start at Discovery Primea...

Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco continues to push modern European cuisine infused with bold Asian notes for unique flavor experiences at Discovery Primea's fine-dining restaurant, Flame. The refreshing repertoire of dishes reflect the inventive style of Chef Luis, from classic and familiar Asian-style cuisine prepared with indulgent western ingredients like foie gras down to the Chinese take-out box plated for one of their signature mains, Flame takes you on an exciting culinary journey, crossing and pushing borders, with its exquisite cuisine prepared with a casual yet modern edge.

Honey or Smoked? Have Your Old-Fashioned Both Ways at Churchill...

"Sir, you are drunk," said Labour MP Bessie Braddock to Winston Churchill, to which the iconic prime minister replied "And you, madam, are ugly. But in the morning, I shall be sober." In true Churchillian style, his eloquence cuts through the clutter like a dramatic mic drop, helped no less by a refreshing tipple. History remembers the iconic leader with his famous speeches from "This was their finest hour" at the onset of the lost battle in France to "Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few" after a defiant victory against all odds at the Battle of Britain. His words galvanized an embattled nation and shaped the world, and that deserves a toast... 

Drawing inspiration from the quintessential British statesman, Churchill at Estancia in Capitol Commons brings back the stately elegance of a gentleman's bar from a long bygone era. It's an homage to the cigar and brandy loving former prime minister who shone brightest during the second world war, with its dark masculine interiors and a wide selection of handcrafted cocktails and spirits. Understated and subdued yet exuding refined grace and style, it's the perfect spot for a tipple right here at Capitol Commons...

Pure Chocolate Indulgence: ChocoLiquor Cakes by Maricar

Decadent, luscious and velvety smooth chocolate gets even more sinful with the infusion of liquor...

Actress, doctor and home baker Maricar Reyes takes chocolate cakes to the next level with Choco Liquor Cakes by Maricar. Rich chocolate with a whisper of liquor, it just doesn't get better than that. Get ready for pure, real and sweet chocolate indulgence...with Choco Liquor Cakes by Maricar.

All Roads Lead to Main Street in Kapitolyo

Hearty and comforting cuisine, real food with real flavors inspired by VanCity and Jet City, comes to Kapitolyo... 

Main Street opens its second branch along Kapitolyo, one of the metro's blossoming foodie destinations, bringing its own comforting culinary style recreating the flavors of Vancouver and Seattle. My first ever dining experience at Main Street happened with a food tour three years ago at Tuscany in Mckinley Hill (more on my post, An Awesome Secret Foodies Tour at McKinley Hill), and I was impressed with their line of signature burgers and their take on the classic Poutine. Classic comfort food is now much closer to home...at Kapitolyo. 

Finding Clarity...at Mama's Fish House Along Diniwid Beach.

There's just something about walking the famed white sand beach of Diniwid. A sense of clarity takes over, bringing back all the reasons why you loved Boracay so many years ago before the crowds...

...and the seemingly endless stretch of Diniwid's fine white sand beach leads you to Mama's Fish House, with their inspired international cuisine. A sumptuous lunch and a glass of JD on the rocks capped with an impressive view, that's hard to beat. But it's just another typical day along Diniwid Beach.