The Crossroads Of Southeast Asian Flavors Leads You To Makan Makan Singapore Hawker at Century City Mall

I first met H.K. Tan thirteen years ago at one of his earlier restaurant ventures showcasing the comforting cuisine of his Singaporean roots. After a long and successful run, he's back in the restaurant game. Step inside Makan Makan Singapore Hawker at Century City Mall..

Drawing on childhood memories, H.K. Tan recreates the flavors of his youth with his newest restaurant Makan Makan Singapore Hawker at Century City Mall with classic dishes like Hainanese Chicken Rice paired with soothing Teh Tarik for a familiar and nostalgic dining experience. Long known as a culinary hub for global cuisine, Singapore has been the stage for the best Southeast Asian cuisine from Malaysian, Indonesian, Vietnamese and Chinese staples. At Makan Makan Singapore Hawker, you'll find specialties like Laksa, Beef Rendang, Bahn Mi and even Old Town Coffee as H.K. Tan returns to the local restaurant scene...

#AllDayMornings And Comfort Food Served Every Day At Cafe Mabini In San Juan

It always happens. Each time you think of comfort food, familiar breakfast staples always pop up. Why? Maybe because it's the sense of nostalgia and even that emotional connection from countless memories of starting the day right with sumptuous flavors. As dayparts associated with mealtimes continue to blur driven by the popularity of all-day breakfasts, restaurateur Kelvin Yu and Chef Consultant Kalel Chan share their own inspired take on everyone's favorite meal of the day at Cafe Mabini. 

Popular all-day breakfast and brunch staples from elevated renditions of the ubiquitous "silog" meals to traditional in-between meryenda fare supplemented by an extensive selection of coffee-based beverages has a name in San Juan. And that's Cafe Mabini. Cafe Mabini offers all your mid-morning and mid-day cravings you'd expect from an all-day breakfast restaurant. And then some. But leave it to Kelvin Yu and Chef Consultant Kalel Chan to change up the usual breakfast game with some creative and even unexpected tweaks. From the same group behind Francesco's in San Juan, it's always all-day mornings any time of day at Cafe Mabini. Breakfast food for lunch or dinner? Count me in...

A Culinary Mixtape of Familiar All-Time Classics And An Exciting New Spring Menu Tops The Charts At Oriental Palace

When it comes to Chinese food, everyone has their go-to list of top picks like your favorite playlist of cool tunes. Then there are times when you just want to change things up with a mashup of classics along with a mix of new dishes just to keep things interesting. And that's exactly what it's like each time you dine at Oriental Palace in Quezon City. It's hit after hit with both familiar renditions and new flavors from the Spring Menu for your growing playlist of flavorful tracks.

Since 1978, the family-run establishment has been serving traditional Cantonese cuisine and specialty seafood dishes that keeps generations of loyal diners returning again and again. Like pulling out your fave playlist to set the mood, Oriental Palace always hits the right notes just like your feel good collection of tunes. And the new Spring Menu presents some great additions to your curated compilation of tasty tracks. Come on in and enjoy the feast...

New Year New World: Welcome The Lunar New Year With Auspicious Flavors At Jasmine in New World Makati

A festive toss of fresh seafood and vegetables high up in the air promises prosperity and abundance to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse. At Jasmine in New World Makati, prepare to welcome the new year with an elegant new menu to delight your palate...

The stage is set to properly welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with exquisite flavors created by Executive Chinese Chef Brandon Ng at Jasmine in New World Makati with the ceremonial Yee Sang salad toss followed by masterful renditions of traditional dishes for a feast to remember. Book your table for an auspicious taste of savory and sweet indulgences in one of the metro's top Cantonese dining establishments, and welcome the new year right with bold and vibrant upbeat notes...

That Cool Chinatown Vibe with Sumptuous Dim Sum, Noods, Rice Toppings And An Inventive Secret Menu By The Binondo Boys

Any mere mention of Chinatown and the sights, sounds and flavors of the historic cultural and economic hub shuffles through your mental databank triggering fond nostalgic memories from childhood. No other ethnic enclave has had a lasting impact on the way we enjoy popular staples like dim sum, noods and rice toppings. With Binondo regarded as the world's oldest Chinatown established way back in 1594, it's no surprise that the bold and vibrant flavors of the iconic destination continues to comfort and warm our palates. No matter what the latest culinary trends are, Chinatown never fails to bring us back down to good, simple yet hearty cuisine. And Chef Mikel Zaguirre and Food Records Inc. honors both culinary tradition and creativity with his own inspired take at Binondo Boys...

Located in between a liquefied petroleum gas and a glass and aluminum shop, Binondo Boys is what you'd expect from a "hole-in-a-wall" 24/7 streetside destination down to its casual no-frills and cozy character and unpretentious personality. But when the newest dining concept in the QC 'hood includes Chef Mikel Ζaguirre leading the culinary team, you just can't pass it up. The same driven genius behind Kampai (see more on my post, Kampai! Chef Mikel Ζaguirre Redefines Japanese Bar Food At Kampai In Makati's Poblacion from four years ago), Locavore (more on my posts Let's Do Lunch...Locavore Style. from 2016 and A Weekend Brunch At Locavore also from nine years ago) and Mabuhay Cafe, Chef Mikel Ζaguirre shares his inventive and innovative culinary spin on classic Binondo-style Chinese cuisine at Binondo Boys. Plus an exciting Secret Menu you won't find in any Chinatown in the world...

#HiltonSinagtala: Savor The Festive Flavors Of The Season at Kusina Sea Kitchens in Hilton Manila

The indulgent flavors of the season take the spotlight at Kusina Sea Kitchens in Hilton Manila with a lavish array of global cuisine spread out in several stations in one elegant space. Get into the festive season's vibe with the flavors that drape the palate with a lingering comforting warmth in the much anticipated and most joyous season...

Hilton Manila unveils its tempting selection of dining options in the season of endless feasts, and the extensive offerings at Kusina Sea Kitchens becomes the stage for memorable gatherings with family and friends. Step inside Kusina Sea Kitchens for the Festive Season Buffet and discover the traditional flavors of the holidays...

Plating Nostalgic Stories With The Autumn Tasting Menu At The Little Grace Pop-Up By Chef Sharwin Tee

The story of food is the common thread that binds our past and identity celebrated with each dish in a continuing tale that's constantly evolving with fresh renditions. Chef Sharwin Tee shares his own stories of comforting Chinoy flavors shaped and molded by nostalgic memories from childhood, reinterpreted with a refined and contemporary spin with his pop-up series at the CCA Show Kitchen. Experience and savor the flavors of Chef Sharwin's colorful stories retold in exquisite courses with the Little Grace Autumn Tasting Menu...

Noted chef, columnist and restaurateur Sharwin Tee brings his nostalgic childhood memories to life in an elegant feast with his private dining Little Grace Autumn Tasting Menu at the CCA Show Kitchen in BGC. It's been said many times before that food triggers a memory or an emotion and even transports you to another place or time. Let Chef Sharwin Tee reintroduce you to familiar flavors from the past, reimagined in fresh, contemporary renditions reflecting his take on Progressive Chinese Filipino cuisine at Little Grace for a unique, novel and memorable private dining experience.

Pacific Bay Celebrates A Milestone Decade Of Trusted Quality And The Freshest Seafood Catch At Papillon

The freshest, finest and prized succulent catch of the day masterfully executed in vibrant Asian renditions marks a milestone moment for one of the country's premium purveyors of quality seafood. From Chilean Seabass to baby squid, Black Tiger Prawns to plump US Scallops and soft shell crabs, Pacific Bay shares its bountiful ocean harvest in celebration of ten flavorful years at Salcedo Village's Papillon for a sumptuous seafood feast. In one afternoon, a journey that began exactly a decade ago continues its course in providing access to quality seafood you can trust not only to dining establishments and institutional outlets but to your home kitchens too...

Access to premium quality seafood is no longer a challenge as Pacific Bay brings its impressive ocean harvest from around the world to your table uninterrupted for the past ten years. A decade of consistent and trusted quality is no small feat, but Pacific Bay stays true to its mission to support the needs of the home kitchen. To celebrate its tenth anniversary, Pacific Bay hosted an exquisite seafood feast inspired by fresh, bold and vibrant Asian flavors at Papillon. Known for their authentic take on traditional Asian cuisine, Papillon weaves its signature culinary style with its exquisite culinary creations for Pacific Bay's milestone tenth anniversary celebration. Step inside for a tasty peek...

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...

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...

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...

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... 

#BoldEscape at Hann Resorts, The First Fully Integrated Resort Up North Day 1

Its massive size and scale with multiple layers of gaming, dining, wellness, retail and leisure all seamlessly linked in an elegant weave makes it a premier destination in itself for an immersive and memorable fully integrated resort experience. In an emerging lifestyle sector where going big means everything, one luxurious property up north cuts through the competitive clutter with its unique proposition. And when you need a well deserved break from the hectic urban pace, one name immediately comes to mind... 

Three days of memorable and luxurious experiences in one massive property, it's an insightful peek at the exciting developments north of the metro. Hann Resorts, the first high-end fully integrated resort in Central Luzon where the casino, hotel, restaurants, wellness and shopping experience is intricately threaded in one luxurious destination is at the very top of anyone's list seeking the ultimate escape just a few hours from Manila. But not just any escape. It's time to go all in and play bold, live bold. Ready for your #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts? Then, roll the dice for a sure bet and read on for the first of three posts...

Unleash Your Dim Sum Cravings with Dim Sum Unbound at No. 8 China House

Steamed or fried? If you love dim sum, you'll want both. And all the dim sum you want. Where? Why, at No. 8 China House of course...

You can stop counting the bamboo steamers on the table. Time to unleash your dim sum cravings. All the dim sum you want is one offer you just can't pass up at No. 8 China House in Grand Hyatt Manila. Steamed of fried? All of it. And then some. It's Dim Sum Unbound at No. 8 China House in Grand Hyatt Manila. Come hungry...

Head Up North for Exquisite Flavors: Red Lantern at Solaire Resort North Presents Elevated New Menu to Celebrate First Anniversary

The north of the metro is poised to become the next culinary epicenter with a tempting and lavish array of dining options at Solaire Resort North. And when it comes to authentic Chinese cuisine, Red Lantern comes top-of-mind. Take a peek at the north's exciting new dining hotspot...

The signature Chinese restaurant of Solaire Resort North in Quezon City, Red Lantern brings a new culinary era in authentic Chinese cuisine to the north with its much anticipated elevated menu in celebration of the resort's first milestone anniversary. At Solaire Resort North, you can expect the same world-class amenities and facilities made standard down south at Solaire Resort Entertainment City in Parañaque. And that includes impeccable dining experiences and yes, excellent Chinese cuisine at Red Lantern. Read on and rediscover the north of the metro with a fresh new perspective at Solaire Resort North...

Let's Do Noods at Tung Lok Seafood

A comforting bowl of noods always hits the spot any time of day. And Tung Lok Seafood has just the right noods for any craving. It's time for some Crispy Fried Egg Noodles with Seafood and Laksa Noodles...

We all have our favorite spots for that much-deserved noodle fix. Add the Crispy Fried Egg Noodles with Seafood and Laksa Noodles of Tung Lok Seafood to your list of crave-busting noods. Let's do noods at Tung Lok Seafood...

Vikings Invade The North: Vikings, The Alley Opens in Ayala Malls Fairview Terraces

Buffet dining has always been a popular option in the local restaurant scene and no other brand has has transformed and elevated the experience in the past decade than The Vikings Group. Bannered by fast growing concepts like Niu by Vikings, Four Seasons Buffet and Hotpot, Nords Bread Hub and Vikings, The Alley, the restaurant group launches an aggressive expansion up north of the metro with the recent opening of Vikings, The Alley Fairview Terraces...

A rampaging Nordic horde claims the north with the opening of Vikings, The Alley at Ayala Malls Fairview Terraces with its signature culinary concept highlighting excellent value and variety all in one place. It's a winning formula that has driven the brand since it first opened back in 2011 and continues to remain at the very core of the Vikings dining experience. Prepare to scroll and drool for a virtual tour of the impressive buffet spread at Vikings, The Alley Fairview Terraces...

Noodles, Dim Sum and More at the Fourth Branch of Paradise Dynasty in Greenbelt 5

The popular xiao long bao, noodles and other culinary specialties of Paradise Dynasty comes to Greenbelt 5 with the opening of its fourth and largest branch so far. And that only means it's time for noods, dim sum and more at Paradise Dynasty...

Since 2016, Paradise Dynasty has been synonymous with exquisite Chinese cuisine bannered by its famous 8 Flavored Xiao Long Bao or soup dumplings and La Mian noodles with its signature pork bone broth. Eight years on, Paradise Dynasty has been known for its other specialties like my personal picks including the Lettuce Rolls with Homemade Sesame Sauce, Pork Dumpling with Hot Chili Vinaigrette, Crispy Fried Crystal Prawn Tossed with Salted Egg Yolk and Shanghai Style Braised Pork. With branches at S' Maison in Conrad Manila. SM Aura in BGC and The Podium in Ortigas, Paradise Dynasty finally opens in the Makati CBD at Greenbelt 5. It's a good time to revisit the all-time bestsellers of Paradise Dynasty and discover new dishes exclusive to the Greenbelt 5 location. Hungry? Then, read on...

The Past Revisited with Nostalgic Flavors at Grand House

Food is often described as a continuing story, transporting you to another place and time with both tradition and nostalgic memories re-shared and retold with each dish. For one family, it's another chapter in a story that began way back in the sixties in old Binondo preserving a cherished culinary legacy.

More than any treasured archive, food is probably the best snap shot of history and culture presented on a plate. The weave of flavors presents tradition and even family values recreated in a wide array of dishes that have defined both our past and identity. In these fast-paced and changing times, few dining establishments with a link to the past remains. One of them is Grand House along Wilson Street in San Juan...

Authentic Cantonese And HK Cuisine With A Touch of Japanese at Spice and Soy in Mitsukoshi Mall

Comforting traditional takes and inventively creative executions of Pan Asian flavors take centerstage at this spot in Mitsukoshi Mall. It's also the latest chapter in one chef's culinary journey...

Sumptuous Chinese flavors in a Japanese mall? And that's just one of many unique features of this emerging new dining destination in BGC. Executive Chef Lam Lim Kui shares his exquisite modern Cantonese and Hong Kong inspired classics at Spice and Soy in Mitsukoshi Mall as well as savory offerings from their specialty teppanyaki bar for a colorful weave of Asian flavors. Step inside Spice and Soy and experience one chef's remarkable culinary journey...