Farm Days at Kilyawan Farm Resort

A day at the farm can do wonders for that much needed change of scenery from the hectic urban pace, recharging your energy levels and rejuvenating your tired spirits. Just an estimated 93 kilometers south of the metro or roughly a two-hour leisurely drive via the South Luzon Expressway, an expansive 8.5-hectare farm property awaits your arrival...

The lush and verdant greens of the property greet your arrival for a refreshed perspective at the secluded bamboo-lined resort down south in Batangas. This is your long-planned getaway and escape from the city. Named after the local black-naped oriole, find your hidden secret refuge at Kilyawan Farm Resort. 

In collaboration with Pix Republic PR, an idyllic break from the daily grind offered a unique and memorable experience to end the year on a high note with the fresh flavors harvested straight off the farm plus a weekend kitchen takeover by acclaimed La Union dining destination KRISP known for its signature Corned Krispy Pata. Read on for a change of pace from the mad holiday rush, and give in to the rustic charm of Kilyawan Farm Resort...

A Day at the Farm: At The Source of the Prized Wagyu of Pork with Esguerra Kurobuta

It's been called the "Wagyu of Pork" for its buttery texture, interspersed marbling and flavorful richness recognized around the world as one of the finest pork. The prized Kurobuta Pork from pure breed, pasture-raised, antibiotic and hormone-free naturally grown Berkshire or "black pig" is undoubtedly one of those memorable highlights in any culinary adventure, and being at the source of it all is an unforgettable experience in itself. Welcome to the farm of Esguerra Kurobuta...

A day at the farm seemed like the perfect escape and welcome break from the hectic pace of the city, but it also provided a whole new perspective on the concept of food provenance. At the sprawling Esguerra Farms & Stud in Lipa, an immersive experience into the day-to-day operations revealed why Esguerra Kurobuta is the preferred choice of some the very best restaurants, retailers and hotels in the country. The prized pork from pure breed Berkshire known the world over for its tender, juicy, clean yet rich flavors with just a hint of subtle nutty sweetness was an experience once limited to a selected few but Esguerra Kurobuta changes all that. Locally raised world-class pork is now more accessible and available to a wider market. Read on and enjoy a virtual taste of the much-sought after Kurobuta Pork from Esguerra Kurobuta...

Masterfully Roasted: The Coffee Culture and Gourmet Farms

No conversations on the origins of the current coffee culture is complete without mentioning Gourmet Farms. It's a story that's woven tightly leading to the surge in popularity of coffee beginning as far back as the seventies. This is the story of Gourmet Farms...

The fragrant aroma of roasted coffee fills the air with its aromatic scent, it's just another day at Gourmet Farms (for more on Gourmet Farms, see my earlier post, Freshest. Finest. First. A Day at Gourmet Farms...). The enduring brand began as coffee traders and to this day, coffee remains their core product. Gourmet Farms showcased the world's best as well as the finest local coffee, planting the seeds for the now popular "bean-to-cup" concept with their range of premium coffee products. Gourmet Farms provided easy and convenient access to gourmet coffee, sparking the beginning of a long-running coffee revolution. Here's their story, enjoy it with a freshly brewed cup of coffee...