Familiar And New Flavors At Azuthai

Eighteen years and counting capped by an impressive recognition by the Thailand Ministry of Commerce as the first local restaurant awarded with the coveted #ThaiSELECT seal of authenticity year after year, Azuthai's place in the local culinary scene remains an enduring testament to a continuing story with many more yet to come...

Since 2008, Azuthai has been one of the metro's go-to destinations for authentic Thai cuisine. And it still is. The secret formula? Keeping it simple and staying true to Thai culinary tradition executed with the highest standards. Consistently. It may sound almost too simple but after all is said and done, the best way to understand why Azuthai stays well ahead of the game for the past eighteen years is to let the dishes do all the talking. Let's eat...

Curry On: Meet The New Japanese Curry Party Lineup from 7-Eleven

Your favorite neighborhood convenience store brings a party of festive savory flavors with its newest offerings from its popular Chef Creations Collection. Hungry? Then, head on over to 7-Eleven and curry on...

Continuous innovation and convenience remain the key drivers in the success of everyone's favorite neighborhood convenience store as 7-Eleven introduces its newest offering. Imagine a hearty serving of Japanese style curry in beef, chicken and pork variants with steamed white rice. Meet the new Japanese Curry Party Lineup from the Chef Creations Collection of 7-Eleven with a seal of approval from the community-led FB Group Let's Eat Pare. Craving for a peek? Then, read on...

Extra Rice, Please. Ministry of Commerce Thailand Presents Premium Thai Rice with Authentic Thai Food at Mango Tree Thai Restaurant

A staple food for over half of the world's population, rice completes any traditional meal. Rice is rice, wherever you go. Or is it? There's a whole wide world of rice now available for your home or professional kitchen, opening up infinite possibilities for a sumptuous and comforting feast. Premium quality Thai rice is one tasty option that's easily accessible in local supermarkets. And the Ministry of Commerce Thailand and Department of Foreign Trade recently formalized its commitment to providing high-quality Thai rice to the Philippine market. Now this calls for an extra serving of rice...

A shared affinity with one of the world's popular staples forms the solid foundation for trade relations, aptly celebrated with generous servings of steaming hot rice in a sumptuous feast. The Department of Foreign Trade (DFT) and Ministry of Commerce Thailand in collaboration with the Thai Rice Exporters Association and Thai Trade Center in Manila recently hosted the Thai Rice Market Promotion Event last July 4, 2024 at Mango Tree Restaurant in Bonifacio High Street Central, marking a significant milestone in a mutual love for rice. This simply means even more tasty options for you and me, best enjoyed with extra rice.

Classic Cuisine Comes to the Bay with the Opening of Mamou - A Home Kitchen at S Maison Conrad Hotel

Everyone's favorite home kitchen opens by the bay, promising volumes of even more memorable stories in an elegant setting...

Mamou - A Home Kitchen brings its timeless and enduring cuisine to the city by the bay with the opening of its newest location at S Maison Conrad Hotel. For more than 16 years, Mamou - A Home Kitchen has been serving its comforting repertoire of signature dishes that still never fails to delight the palate as food trends come and go in the ever changing age of social media. Step inside and pick your table, enjoy magic hour by the bay and just leave the rest to Mamou - A Home Kitchen to weave new volumes of memorable stories at S Maison Conrad Hotel.

Three in a Row: Azuthai Bags #ThaiSELECT Seal of Authenticity by the Royal Thai Government for the Third Straight Time

To be recognized by the Royal Thai Government for culinary authenticity and quality is a feat in itself. Earning the coveted seal of approval three times in a row is both validation and a testament to an uncompromising commitment for real Thai cuisine. And in Manila, legit Thai cuisine is named Azuthai... 

The metro is home to countless Thai restaurants, but only only a few are recognized by the Royal Thai Government with the prized #ThaiSELECT seal. I'm told the country has around eleven restaurants selected with the Royal Thai Government's seal of authenticity. One of them is Azuthai, an enduring local restaurant with the prestigious #ThaiSELECT seal for the third straight time. And that's no surprise with Azuthai's brand of sumptuous and hearty home style Thai cuisine made with authentic ingredients and skillfully executed by Thai chefs for over fifteen years. 

Last July 26, H.E. Mr. Tull Traisorat, Ambassador, Royal Thai Embassy formally awarded Chef Jay Gamboa the much sought after #ThaiSELECT certification followed by a lavish feast of Thai dishes. Read on for an authentic taste of Thai flavors at Azuthai... 

The Legendary Chefs Series Kicks Off with Flavors of Thailand by Chef Juthakorn Suraraksa at Brasserie on 3 in Conrad Manila

Thai food lovers are in for a treat at Brasserie on 3. From Bangkok to Manila, Chef Juthakorn "Mink" Suraraksa presents a lavish buffet spread of popular and iconic Thai dishes at Conrad Manila...

Conrad Manila kicks off its much anticipated Legendary Chefs Series for the months of June, July and August with three world class master chefs for a stellar culinary calendar highlighting authentic Thai, Chinese and Italian cuisine. The gastronomic series starts with Chef Juthakorn "Mink" Suraraksa of Waldorf Astoria Bangkok with his sumptuous and traditional Thai specialties from June 21 to 30, 2023 at the award-winning all-day dining restaurant Brasserie on 3. Ready to embark on a flavorful journey to the Land of Smiles? Then, read on...

The Return of Cool Along Jupiter Street at Pardon My French Manila

The music's back along Jupiter Street in Makati. And it's back with an elegant French flair with its lavish repertoire of sumptuous cuisine and handcrafted cocktails along with live entertainment. It's the return of cool at Jupiter Street. And then some...

Pardon My French Manila revives a former and once familiar haunt signaling the return of cool along Jupiter Street. The newest destination for live entertainment in Makati, Pardon My French does one better by elevating the supper club concept with its curated menu of elegant dishes inspired by French and Asian cuisine complemented by well-stocked bars on both floors for a soothing tipple. The music's definitely back, along with elegant fine dining for a unique experience setting it apart from the rest on Jupiter Street. 

For the Love of Chicken: Chicken United Changes the Fried Chicken Game with its Innovative Offerings

Dinakdakan Chicken, Osaka Takoyaki Chicken, Curry Chicken Burger and Honey Garlic Kimchi Chicken Burger. Wild and exciting things are happening to your favorite fried chicken, and the guys at Chicken United are changing the game...

Two things differentiate a good fried chicken from a bad one, and that's textural contrast with its delicately crisp and juicy finish and rich flavors. Using the classic fried chicken as a blank canvas, Chicken United is transforming the fried chicken game with its colorful and creatively inventive flavors with that perfect balance of juicy and crisp textures with each bite followed by bold notes. Inspired by both local and global flavors, Chicken United breaks through the competitive culinary scene with innovative fried chicken creations like Dinakdakan Chicken, Osaka Takoyaki Chicken, Curry Chicken Burger and Honey Garlic Kimchi Chicken Burger. Curious? Then, read on...

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...

Go Thai and Southeast Asian at Crying Tiger Street Kitchen in Recess Food Alley

A culinary region with unique and vibrant notes from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur, the rich and diverse flavors of Southeast Asia come alive at Crying Tiger Street Kitchen in Recess Food Alley... 

From Thai Som Tam and Pad Thai to Malaysian Chicken Curry and Indonesian Mee Goreng, Crying Tiger Street Kitchen weaves a colorful tapestry of flavors taking your palate on a culinary journey of the region with their wide and extensive array of sumptuous and authentic dishes. And no, you don't need to fly out to experience these flavors, just head off the beaten path to Little Baguio at Recess Food Alley.  

Savory Beef Tendon Cravings Satisfied by Tendon Central

Rich, savory, melt-in-your-mouth and pure collagen bliss, the prized beef tendon has long been an essential element in Asian cuisine. But specialty tendon dishes are not exactly easy to find, limited only to a few dining establishments offering small servings. Tendon Central changes all that...

Satisfy all your beef tendon cravings with just one call or DM to Tendon Central, and your frozen pack of Tendon Curry or Tendon HK Style will soon be on its way to your doorstep. Cravings satisfied, as simple as that. Hungry? Then, read on...

ECQ Eats: Discover Thousands Of Tasty Offerings Conveniently Delivered to Your Home by FrozenMNL

Think of it as the largest fully-stocked freezer in the metro. And your front page for food discoveries...

When you're running out of ideas in preparing family meals at home for the long days of the new normal, rest easy. FrozenMNL, your virtual online grocery for frozen food discoveries conveniently delivers all your cravings straight to your doorstep with just a few clicks and taps on your mobile device.

ECQ Eats: Easy Curry with McCormick Curry Recipe Mix

The pandemic placed everything on hold in a difficult new normal. But it also gave us more time to appreciate and value what really matters. Including more time in the home kitchen...

Staying home and dining at home is the norm in a prolonged quarantine, and preparing easy yet sumptuous meals are now part of the daily routine. The wide selection of products from McCormick Philippines lets you expand your flavor experience and make complex dishes in a snap. Like comforting Chicken Curry in just a few quick steps, perfect for rainy afternoons at home in the long days of quarantine...

Let's Get Crackin' with Succulent Crabs Conveniently Delivered to Your Table From Alimango House by Red Crab

Access to fresh quality seafood is now easier and more convenient in this new normal with the lavish offerings from Alimango House by Red Crab. A quick DM, Viber or online order is all it takes for the ultimate crab feast heading your way...

Transform your home dining experience with the plump and succulent crabs from Alimango House by Red Crab, conveniently delivered to your doorstep. And when you think about it, there's just no better place to enjoy fat crabs than in the comfort of your own home. From hearty local flavors to familiar Asian-inspired crab dishes, add Alimango House by Red Crab to your list of seafood options. And you'll be so glad you did.  

#FoodHallYouCan: The Buffet Dining Experience in the New Normal at The Alley by Vikings at BGC

The wide selection of dishes and all-you-can-eat format have always appealed to Filipino diners, and the buffet dining concept remains a popular and enduring option for families and groups. As more restaurants open in the GCQ with limited capacity, the popular buffet dining experience is transformed with the mandatory health and safety protocols in place. Buffet dining may be slightly different from what you remember with social distancing strictly enforced, but the numerous kitchens of The Alley by Vikings in BGC are all fired up once more to welcome you back.

Considered a national sport by many Filipinos, the popularity of buffet dining continues even in the new normal. And no one does it better than one of the leading buffet innovators in the country. The Alley by Vikings takes the food hall experience to a whole new level with a unique concept by literally taking it to the street. From the linear flow of the spacious design to its creative execution of the street-inspired theme, The Alley by Vikings in BGC lets your palate explore the much-loved flavors of the world with just a few steps. Read on and take a peek at buffet dining in the new normal at The Alley by Vikings in BGC...

Bringing Regional Southeast Asian Flavors Home from Pandan Asian Cafe

Asian flavors come alive at Pandan Asian Cafe, geared up for the new normal with breezy al fresco dining...

Chef Myke "Tatung" Sarthou shares his comforting palette of colorful and vibrant southeast Asian flavors at Pandan Asian Cafe for pick-up, take-out and delivery in the new normal. Drawing inspiration from the wide array of iconic regional dishes from Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines all converging at Pandan Asian Cafe, diners can now enjoy al fresco dining at its spacious second floor and ground floor veranda area on a limited capacity following the latest health and safety protocols (for more on Pandan Asian Cafe by Chef Myke "Tatung" Sarthou, see my earlier posts, Southeast Asian Flavors Shine at Pandan Asian Cafe by Chef Tatung from last year and Keeping it Simple: Chef Myke "Tatung" Sarthou Launches Simpol The Cookbook at Pandan Asian Cafe on his latest recipe book also from late last year). Or you can always opt for pick-up and take-out for your peace of mind and bring home the flavors you missed...

Food News: Cool Deals Up for Grabs. All-In for Under P 250, Check Out These Sulit GrabFood Deals!

Food deliveries remain the best option in this new normal, even when you're on a budget. Let GrabFood show you how...

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As dining at home, the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage continue to define emerging consumer habits in the new normal, staying home doesn't mean busting your budget for hearty meals or snacks. GrabFood makes it easy on your wallet with the value-packed Sulit GrabFood Deals to satisfy any budget or craving. Like the refreshing offerings from Serenitea and their Buy One Get One deals. Chill at home with 2 servings of their specialty Brown Sugar Fresh Milk with Big Pearls for only P 158 or their Hokkaido Milk Tea for only P 125. And there's more...

Change Up Your Fried Chicken Game with a Delivery from CRAV Restaurant

Crisp and juicy, there's nothing like a good fried chicken meal to warm both the palate and body with its comforting notes. But if you're looking to spice things up, then you're ready for a new fried chicken experience. Change up your fried chicken game and skip the usual eleven secret herbs and spices for a flavorful new twist...

CRAV Restaurant adds its own inventive spin to the classic fried chicken with its new CRAV Fried Chicken to change the fried chicken game. And it works. That same juicy and crisp texture we all love in a good southern-style fried chicken is all there, but with a uniquely flavorful twist infused with deep curry notes. Rich eastern flavors meets southern style with the new Curry-Flavored Fried Chicken for a winner, winner chicken dinner delivery by CRAV Restaurant... 

Dining in the Next Normal: Spotted at the Ultimate Taste Test 2020 Master's Edition in Gallery MiraNila by The Blue Leaf

For over twelve years, the Ultimate Taste Test has become the launch pad for many successful home-based food businesses and entrepreneurs including the now famous Pepita's Kitchen by the Lechon Diva, Carmen's Best Ice Cream and Risa Chocolates. For the 2020 Ultimate Taste Test Master's Edition, the tradition continues in this new normal showcasing twenty-two food entrepreneurs that began their home-based food businesses during the quarantine...

The year began just like any other year with a lot of optimism and hope, but 2020 had other plans. A series of natural calamities followed by a global pandemic changed all that. The food service sector, and pretty much everything else, were put on hold as the new normal transformed the way we go about our daily routine. As a challenging year comes to a close, the Ultimate Taste Test 2020 Master's Edition by Our Awesome Planet ends the year on a high note with its long-running UTT series highlighting twenty-two food businesses born out of the quarantine. Creativity and resiliency shined bright in this new normal and just like the previous editions, the Ultimate Taste Test series provides a snapshot of the metro's latest culinary finds and trends. Take a peek at next year's rising stars in the culinary scene with the Ultimate Taste Test 2020 Master's Edition...

#TokyosNumber1Mazesoba: Prepare For A New Ramen Experience by Menya Kokoro Tokyo Mazesoba

Just when you thought the raging ramen revolution is over...

...a new entry barges into the local food scene with an all-new and exciting ramen experience. Literally translated as "mixed noodles," mazesoba is a type of dry or brothless noodles that's rich and unctuous with bold and vibrant flavors. Way past being just another trend, mazesoba is now part of Japan's culinary mainstream. Leading the charge for this new expression of ramen is Tokyo's number one mazesoba, Menya Kokoro Tokyo Mazesoba with its very first branch in the Philippines. Ready for a new ramen experience? Read on and find out why mazesoba is the next big thing in ramen...