Classic Ready-to-Heat Filipino Dishes by The Pork Project Delivered to Your Doorstep

Hearty meals ready-to-heat conveniently delivered to your doorstep, The Pork Project makes it easy for you to enjoy classic Filipino artisan meals easily prepared in minutes... 

Chef Redd Agustin and The Pork Project unveils sumptuous new savory creations you can enjoy at home in minutes without the fuss. The Roast Pork and Chicken Rice, Adobong Liempo and Squid Duo, Second Best Callos and Cebu-Style Balbacoa by The Pork Project are ready to add a flavorful and festive vibe to your home dining table with just one easy call or message.

ECQ Eats: A Toast to Oktoberfest in the New Normal at Brotzeit

More than a year into the quarantine experience, the spread of the viral infection finally appears to have slowed a bit due to continuous vaccination roll-outs and stringent implementation of health and safety protocols. There is light at the end of the tunnel as the metro slowly and cautiously opens up once more. But traditional celebrations will change...

The annual Oktoberfest celebration at Brotzeit takes on a festive yet subdued vibe following guidelines to curb the spread of the pandemic. Things may have changed, but the celebration remains just as memorable. A round of fresh Bavarian brews drawn from the tap, good food and limited company, rolling out the barrels for Oktoberfest despite being scaled down for the new normal is still a tradition that can be experienced at Brotzeit. How? Read on for a closer look... 

ECQ Eats: Comforting Cuisine Delivered by Mando's Wing Shack

Wings, ribs, quesadillas and chimichanga, that's a winning play list of comforting dishes for a satisfying meal at home, don't you think? 

Mando's Wing Shack shares its flavorful take on simple, uncomplicated cuisine drawing inspiration on classic comfort food, Tex-Mex, Mexican and Southwestern notes for a sumptuous feast delivered to your doorstep. Still deciding what to serve at home this weekend? Settle the matter in an instant and hit up Mando's Wing Shack for a fuss-free delivery and value...

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: In a Pinch? Leave It To Pinch.MNL to Deliver a Festive Family Feast to Your Doorstep

Celebrating significant family milestones at home in this new normal can be just as special, if you leave it to Pinch.MNL to deliver a memorable feast straight to your doorstep for a fuss-free experience...

As dining out remains restricted with limited capacity, intimate feasts at home are now the norm rather than exception in a challenging new normal. But that doesn't mean skipping special celebrations. Gather round the table, your lavish feast from Pinch.MNL has arrived...

ECQ Eats: The Crab Lay, A Sumptuous Feast of Succulent Crabs at The Red Crab Alimango House

As quarantine restrictions gradually ease up in the metro, random yet much anticipated thoughts of what and where to eat pops up. A sumptuous flatlay of succulent crabs comes to mind to settle the matter. And for over twenty-three years, there's been one name that always comes top-of-mind...

Large and plump mud crabs prepared in several creative ways have always been the trademark of the iconic seafood restaurant since 1998. The Red Crab Alimango House at Greenbelt 3, one of its many branches in the metro is once again open to welcome customers with dine-in now allowed on a limited capacity with health and safety protocols in place. That special crab feast you've always loved and dreamed of during the quarantine awaits at The Red Crab Alimango House, served fresh from the kitchen.  

ECQ Eats: Get Ready To Roll with Hanamaruken Ramen TriNoma's New Sushi Line

 Hanamaruken Ramen TriNoma is rolling out some exciting offerings...

California Aburi, Salmon Belly Aburi Sushi, Kakuni Aburi Sushi and Spicy Tuna Mentaiko Aburi Sushi, each one delivering fresh and bold flavors. Now included as Hanamaruken Ramen TriNoma's newest selection of exclusives, the savory Sushi Line adds even more tasty options for dine-in, pick-up and delivery through tasteless.ph, GrabFood, FoodPanda and Pick A Roo. Let's roll and take a closer look, shall we?

ECQ Eats: All Squared Up with the New Detroit Style Pizza from Corner Pizza

Crisp and chewy with a crunchy crust and double the cheese loaded with edge-to-edge toppings, here's a treat to get you squared up for an exciting new pizza experience...

The much loved pizza is enjoyed the world over with different regions and cities showcasing their own distinctive culinary style. Kenny Rogers Roasters brings the classic Detroit Pizza to the metro with their newest concept, Corner Pizza. A unique pizza style, the distinctive rectangular or square shape isn't the only feature that sets it apart from the rest. There's a whole lot more, from the crust to the toppings. It's high time for a new pizza experience, and there's no better time to dare to be square with the new Detroit Pizza by Corner Pizza.   

ECQ Eats: Experience a #TasteOfRendang by House of Rendang Delivered to Your Doorstep from the Cloud Kitchen of Kraver's Canteen

In a changing culinary landscape swept by a lingering pandemic, it's hard to imagine that you can still experience authenticity conveniently delivered to your doorstep. Finding legit Indonesian cuisine in the metro was always a challenge. Not anymore...

Kraver's Canteen, the country's fastest growing cloud kitchen, recently launched House of Rendang co-created with Albert Kurniawan showcasing an authentic taste of Indonesia's rich culinary heritage. Beef Rendang, Ayam Bakar and Sate Ayam prepared the traditional way, that's just some of the specialty dishes from House of Rendang. It's a flavorful addition to Kraver's Canteen's growing portfolio of brands and dining concepts from local entrepreneurs and chefs (for more on Kraver's Canteen, see my previous post, #BakBAKAnNa: Get It On with the Let's Get Litson by Kraver's Kanteen). 

ECQ Eats: Get Schmeared. The Pork Project Introduces The Schmear Trio with Balut Pate, Chorizo Crema and Dulong Olive Oil

A good and proper schmear on a bagel, toast or cracker always sets the tone even before that first bite. Here's three tasty options from The Pork Project for that perfect schmear...

The Pork Project by Chef Redd Agustin continues to expand its growing menu of sumptuous offerings with the recent introduction of The Schmear Trio, unique and inventive spreads bottled in handy jars. The savory trio includes Chorizo Crema, Balut Patĕ and Dulong Olive Oil, each one bringing its own distinct set of flavors and textures with a local twist to the palate. Bring out the baguette and crackers, time to take The Schmear Trio for a test drive.

ECQ Eats: Indulgence at Home with the Creamy Mac And Cheese by Chef Mike Santos of PINCH.mnl

You know it's true, and you've experienced it time and again during the long days of quarantine. There's just nothing a good bowl of comforting mac and cheese can't fix to make your day better. Chef Mike Santos proves it with his indulgent Creamy Mac and Cheese...

The simple yet sumptuous macaroni draped in layers of cheese always tops our list of favorites, and our love and appreciation for this familiar staple grew even stronger during the quarantine. But this familiar classic gets a lavish upgrade. Chef Mike Santos weaves an indulgent spin to comforting dishes available for pick-up and delivery with all-time favorites like the Creamy Mac and Cheese, just one of many savory options at PINCH.mnl. Hungry? Read on...

ECQ Eats: Kenny Rogers Roasters Goes Beyond Deliciously Healthy with Plant-Based Options from Beyond Meat

Access to healthy alternatives isn't easy, more so in a challenging new normal. The choice of eating healthy gets a boost with the new and flavorful plant-based options from Kenny Rogers Roasters...

Healthy food with rich and vibrant flavors? Absolutely. And that's not all. Low in cholesterol, saturated fats and free of antibiotics and hormones from animal-based counterparts, the newest plant-based offering is a refreshing and beyond deliciously healthy option from one of the leading global fast food chains. Starting September 14, discover healthy yet bold savory flavors as Kenny Rogers Roasters and Beyond Meat introduce their Beyond Deliciously Healthy line-up in all branches nationwide for an exciting and unique flavor experience with the Kenny's Beyond Burger and Kenny's Mashed Potato.

ECQ Eats: Celebrate a Mid Autumn Feast At Home Delivered by King Chef

Dining out remains restricted in the metro with the current MECQ quarantine status, but that doesn't mean missing out on a festive Mid-Autumn feast at home. How? Easy. Just leave it to King Chef to deliver their sumptuous set menu offerings to your doorstep... 

The global pandemic continues to change and transform our daily routine, placing everything on hold with restrictions on mobility enforced throughout the metro. Dining at home, along with the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage are now part of the quarantine experience defining a challenging new normal. Traditional celebrations take a back seat as new cases continue to rise. Staying home meant dining at home. And celebrating at home. Enjoy a lavish Mid-Autumn feast in the safety and comfort of home delivered by King Chef...

ECQ Eats: Spice Up Your Dishes at Home with the Specialty Crisp Chili Garlic by Crisp PH

Tired of the usual fare at home in the MECQ? Here's a simple, quick and easy fix straight out of a jar. Transform and elevate ordinary dishes at home with a jar of crunchy and spicy goodness of the specialty Chili Garlic from Crisp PH... 

Just a spoonful or two changes the flavors and textures almost immediately as a comfortingly familiar homestyle dish becomes refreshingly new and special. Crisp PH adds the crunch and soothing heat to everyday dishes at home with their bestselling Chili Garlic in glass jars, a unique find and home pantry essential in this new normal. Dumplings, arroz caldo and tapsilog at home becomes much better with a spoonful, straight from the jar.

ECQ Eats: Scout's Honor Craft Cookie Shop Launches Expanded New Menu for Delivery in the New Normal

I've tried some of the best cookies and desserts at Scout's Honor Craft Cookie Shop, and it remains high on my list for indulgent treats. But there's more cooking in the kitchen at Scout's Honor these days, including an all new expanded menu of savory offerings conveniently delivered to your doorstep...

Scout's Honor Craft Cookie Shop responds to the changing times with an expanded menu available for delivery from tasty starters to savory mains, beverages and desserts. From the packaging to the comforting flavors of the new offerings, Scout's Honor makes dining at home special in this new normal. Now with branches in Ayala Malls Vertis North, SM North Edsa and Santolan Town Plaza, Scout's Honor is ready to serve and deliver your next meal with a Scout's promise for a memorable dining experience at home.

ECQ Eats: Weekends At Home in the New Normal Made Better with the Pilsner Urquell Draught At Home 4L Growler

There's nothing new with staying home for the weekend, and it's now part of the new normal due to the lingering pandemic. But you can make weekends at home better with the Pilsner Urquell Draught At Home 4L Growler...

The world's first and original pilsner is just what you need for weekends at home in the prolonged quarantine with round after round of refreshing pale lager from their Pilsner Urquell Draught At Home 4 Liter Growler. The classic flavors, golden color and clarity of the specialty pale lager has become the global standard with nine out of ten beers produced in the world based on the original Pilsner Urquell. And now you can enjoy it at home with a massive glass jug of Pilsner Urquell Draught At Home 4 Liter Growler conveniently delivered by Don Revy Philippines.

A Night Out in Monochrome, at Agimat Foraging Bar and Kitchen

A walk along the usually crowded streets of Poblacion one evening felt both eerily quiet and liberating at the same time. With quarantine restrictions still in effect, the once bustling 'hood appeared to be on pause yet one can sense the much anticipated return of Poblacion as soon as the restart button is pressed. Muted, subdued and calmingly still, another facet of Poblacion is revealed in monochrome...

In a first of two parts of a continuing story, I'll take you through a closer look at one of the neighborhood's best known bars with its artisan small batch spirits gaining worldwide recognition. At the helm, Kalel Ervin Demetrio aka The Liquido Maestro, weaves his own take on local folklore and myths with his inventive concoctions using the small batch artisan spirits of Destileria Barako at Agimat Foraging Bar and Kitchen. The veil of grey tones are slowly lifted from the 'hood with the vibrant libations at one of the metro's most innovative and inventive bars...

Perfecting the Cold Play: The Freshest Frozen Gourmet Selection Conveniently Delivered to Your Doorstep by Gerald.PH Healthy & Gourmet Grocer

There's this running joke going around when you want ice cream delivered, you get milkshake. Hilarious, yes. But it also reflects the sad and inadequate state of the cold chain delivery system in the metro. Gerald.PH changes the game with their winning cold play...

Gerald.PH, the metro's pioneer in cold chain delivery, brings the finest and freshest frozen gourmet produce to your table with just a few easy and simple taps on your mobile device. The online healthy & gourmet grocer offers a wide range of products, over six hundred items, from fresh seafood to premium meats, farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, gourmet cheeses and dairy, bakery, frozen gourmet meals and fine wines. A traditional Beef Bourguignon for lunch? No problem. Gerald.PH also offers a variety of gluten-free, organic, vegan as well as keto and diabetic-friendly options. Think of it as your one-stop shop for all your gourmet needs for the new normal and beyond. And when you want it fresh, Gerald.PH is one sure bet with the winning cold play..

Just Chill: Al Fresco Cocktails in the New Normal at The Lounge of New World Makati Hotel

The renewed optimism from the gradual easing of quarantine restrictions is one positive sign from the lingering quarantine experience. Dining out means dining al fresco following the latest health and safety guidelines in this new normal, and that includes enjoying soothing cocktails to end the day right. At The Lounge of New World Makati Hotel, experience a refreshing tipple for the road at the spacious open air area by the lush gardens and tranquil koi pond...

The General Community Quarantine guidelines now allow dining at restaurants with increased capacity, and outdoor al fresco dining remains the preferred option. And when you think about it, it's also a cool way to enjoy refreshing cocktails. Cocktails take on a breezy outdoor vibe at The Lounge of New World Makati Hotel with a selection of exciting new cocktails along with tasty new savory dishes for a unique experience beginning June 1.

Japanese in a Box: Fire Up the Home Grill with Yakiniku Ikouze! by Chef Luis Chikiamco

Premium USDA Short Ribs and Wagyu Tender from Snake River Farms, that's some serious yakiniku for the home grill. And the best part, it's all conveniently packed in a box complete with special sauces. All you have to do is fire up the grill...

Chef Luis Chikiamco pursues his long-time passion project offering premium home D-I-Y Yakiniku kits with Yakiniku Ikouze!, one of the many new home-based food businesses that continue to emerge in this new normal. Dining at home and the popularity of D-I-Y Kits along with the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage are just some of the new consumer habits from the quarantine experience, and food businesses are adapting to the shifting trends. For Chef Luis, there's just no better time than now, despite the many challenges, to offer his own unique concept of the perfect yakiniku experience at home with Yakiniku Ikouze!