European Organic Day 2026: Moving Forward With Organic Agriculture Through Meaningful Partnerships

From farming and civil society organizations, sustainability and environmental advocates and small and medium scale food businesses to the government, academe and private sectors, development partners and food chain experts, a diverse and multi-sectoral coalition united with a shared cause advancing organic farming as a viable and timely alternative in a modern real world setting takes the stage. It's a cause that's been around for decades, yet its impact and value has never been as relevant as it is today. From its pioneering beginnings, the movement has grown and now embedded in the cultural mainstream through awareness and education. That day, partnerships and alliances were strengthened with a renewed spirit to further drive meaningful change...

No longer a mere trend, sustainable and organic farming is a conscious and deliberate lifestyle choice that benefits not only the environment but goes much deeper into our daily personal routine being an integral part of a healthier and nourishing mindset. Through the European Union-supported European Organic: Nurturing Every Juan campaign, a gathering of key players and advocates led by Naturland brings the spotlight to organic farming at Conrad Manila for European Organic Day 2026 with the theme From Pioneer to Mainstream: Creating Organic Pathways and Partnerships for the Philippines. Take your seat and be part of a growing movement that's more relevant and meaningful than ever in these changing times...

Green Mondays: Start Your Week Right With Fresh Farm-To-Table Plant-Based Dishes At Seasonal Tastes In The Westin Manila

You don't have to go far for real farm-to-table and plant-based cuisine. You'll find it right here in the metro. Just mark Mondays on your calendar and book your table at Seasonal Tastes in The Westin Manila in a special collaboration with The Farm at San Benito. Is there anything better than starting the week right with farm fresh and healthy flavors?

Now on its sixth edition, Green Mondays highlights the collaboration between the five-star wellness forward The Westin Manila and Marriott International's wellness sanctuary down south, The Farm at San Benito showcasing farm fresh produce transformed into exquisite dishes. Presented and served in tasting plates prepared a la minute at the One Dish Wonders Live Station in the impressive buffet spread of Seasonal Tastes at The Westin Manila, guests and diners can now enjoy and experience farm-to-table plant-based options to start the week with Green Mondays. Read on and pick up your plate, it's time for some farm-to-table goodness at The Westin Manila...

Ten Years Strong: The Philippine Sustainability Movement Celebrates A Milestone Decade With Renewed Purpose In Transforming Food Systems

Ten years ago, Christian Schmidradner and Claudia Rose Mendez of Pristine Solutions raised the alarm warning of a looming global crisis often disregarded even shrugged off by many. It began with sustainable seafood, but the advocacy has expanded to cover entire food systems matched by a wider cast of engaged multi-sectoral communities in the F&B industry from restaurants, hotels and chefs to retail and trade, suppliers and importers including the academe, private as well as government agencies and NGOs. The advocacy that began a decade back has grown to become a movement for systemic change in the appreciation of food. That evening, the Philippine Sustainability Movement celebrated a major milestone engaging even more sectors to the cause presenting a new chapter in its decade long history. Now let's shuck some fresh and succulent Irish Gallagher Oysters...

The Philippine Sustainability Movement takes the lead once more in its advocacy for sustainability, building trust through traceability, institutionalizing certified responsibility, ethical sourcing, collaboration and advancing organic food and produce with renewed purpose bringing together various communities with a shared advocacy. For over a decade, the Philippine Sustainability Movement presented viable steps for real systemic change in transforming perceptions and practices on food provenance.  At the 10th Anniversary of the movement held at the innovative coworking space, The Collab by Sheraton Manila, pioneering advocates Christian Schmidradner and Claudia Rose Mendez of Pristine Solutions takes environmental stewardship and transparency in food systems at the very top of the agenda with the goal of making sustainability more achievable and directly impacting communities and consumers. Stronger than ever, the Philippine Sustainability Movement embarks on a new chapter with strengthened alliances towards responsible food systems.

Mark Your Wednesdays For Authentic Indian Flavors, It's Spice & Soul at Seasonal Tastes in The Westin Manila

Love Indian food? Let's have lunch. It's Spice & Soul at Seasonal Tastes in The Westin Manila every Wednesday...

Known for its extensive selection of sumptuous offerings including the freshest seafood and purposeful emphasis on wholesome food options, The Westin Manila takes its buffet dining game up a notch with its themed spread highlighting Indian cuisine for lunch every Wednesday with Spice & Soul at Seasonal Tastes. Experience authentic Indian flavors recreated by Guest Chef Abhishek Kabrawala of Manila Marriott Hotel for a unique and memorable taste of the famed subcontinent in a lavish lunch buffet dining format with its own stations plus an innovative One Dish Wonders Station where five featured dishes are freshly prepared a la minute and served to your table at its flavorful peak. Ready for a hearty Indian feast? Then, read on...

#BoldEscape at Hann Resorts, The First Fully Integrated Resort Up North Day 2

The second day of a #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts brings a full itinerary for the fully integrated resort experience. Dining, gaming, wellness and maybe a bit of shopping and rockin' all in one place? Let's get started...

Day 2 at Hann Resorts reveals even more layers in the casino, hotel, restaurants, wellness and shopping lifestyle from the first fully integrated resort in Central Luzon with a wide variety of activities scheduled to showcase the immersive one-stop integrated resort concept. After a memorable first day (more on Day 1 of my #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts on my previous post here at #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts, The First Fully Integrated Resort Up North Day 1), you're ready for another round of exciting discoveries, new flavors and experiences at the luxurious premier destination up north of Manila. Ready to play bold, live bold? Then, read on...

Summer Ain't Over, Time To Flaunt Your Summer Glow with Del Monte Juice Drinks For Real Fruit Goodness

Each season offers unique opportunities for you to shine. And this is your season to seize the moment. Summer's still around, and it's time to turn up the feel-good factor with real fruit goodness and flaunt your summer glow with a refreshing and soothing sip of Del Monte Juice Drinks...

Summer's your season to show your best. Feel it with each sip of Del Monte Juice Drinks and glow all summer long. After all, when you drink something good, it shows both inside and out. Each thirst-quenching sip is packed with antioxidant Vitamin C, giving you that natural glow to make you shine all summer and feel good inside and out for nourishment that goes far beyond the surface and starts from within. With Del Monte Juice Drinks, you're more than ready for summer. And beyond...

Philippine Sustainability Summit Part 2: Celebrating The Day's Freshest Catch On The Path To Sustainable Practices

Fresh, sustainable, traceable. It's all about choosing the right seafood and how you can contribute to the overall sustainability movement. At the 9th Philippine Sustainability Summit, your choice of seafood goes a long way in supporting efforts to protect the environment as well as ensure the consistent sourcing of the finest and freshest catch of the day. As with previous editions, the summit culminated in a lavish seafood feast by some of the very best culinary teams from the industry. And what a feast...

For almost a decade, the Philippine Sustainability Summit hosted by Christian Schmidradner of SeaTrace International and Executive Chef Meik Brammer of Manila Marriott Hotel led the way to increased awareness on sustainability with the freshest traceable catch of the day. The shared advocacy continues with a much broader coalition of stakeholders from the Philippine and foreign governments, embassies, chambers of commerce, environmental groups, the private sector specifically from the hotel and culinary industries as well as local communities. This year's theme of collaboration and transforming food systems toward sustainable practices is highlighted by a massive seafood feast reflecting the infinite possibilities and end goal of the growing movement (for more on the 9th Philippine Sustainability Summit, see my previous post, Philippine Sustainability Summit Part 1: On The Right Path To Transforming Food Systems Toward Sustainable Practices). Read on for a virtual and tasty bite of the freshest, sustainable and traceable catch...

Philippine Sustainability Summit Part 1: On The Right Path To Transforming Food Systems Toward Sustainable Practices

Every year, the movement grows stronger with more stakeholders joining the cause for a sustainable future. In a collaborative effort, this year's edition of the Philippine Sustainability Summit takes on a much wider scope while underscoring the urgency of the movement focused on transforming food systems toward more sustainable practices. And here's how you can do your share for the cause of sustainability...

For nine years and counting, SeaTrace International in partnership with Manila Marriott Hotel along with key industry stakeholders have taken the lead in promoting awareness with a shared advocacy for sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. It's a timely and relevant cause that has significant impact on everyone, with the end result benefitting the way we enjoy the fresh ocean harvest and the environment. Now on its ninth year, the challenges remain but with more advocates now on-board in an impressive multi-sectoral coalition the path to transforming food systems toward sustainable practices is clear...

Farm to Table: CCA Manila Brings the CCA Brunch Club to the BGC Community Farm by Urban Farmers PH

A hearty brunch inspired by the fresh harvest of vegetables set in a lush garden becomes the stage for another memorable day at the farm...

In yet another unique culinary collaboration, CCA Manila serves up a farm to table inspired brunch at the BGC Community Farm by Urban Farmers PH showcasing shared advocacies linking communities closer together. The sumptuous brunch illustrated how an immersive hands-on experience at the urban farm can help enrich school curriculums providing yet another layer in the development and growth of future culinary professionals. And for the students of CCA Manila, a day at the farm becomes the perfect opportunity to discover and appreciate the farm to table experience.

The Good Harvest: Urban Farmers PH Celebrates Milestone Third Anniversary

What began as a simple yet ambitious dream of having a working and sustainable farm on unused land in every city now reaps the bountiful harvest of all its hard work and sparking an emerging movement. 

Food security, maximizing unused land, uniting communities particularly local farmers, create jobs for displaced workers, finding creative solutions for food and material waste and establishing a mindset that gives forward, each concern became even more relevant and all too real during the long days of the pandemic. Three years down the road, Urban Farmers PH celebrates a milestone moment staying true to its vision and mission. 

Vegetarian. Vegan. Homemade. Bangin' Bagels Hits the Spot.

Nowadays, it's easy to find bagels in the metro. But finding a good bagel is the real challenge. Vegan, vegetarian and homemade bagels more your jam? Now you can find it at Bangin' Bagels...

From down south in Parañaque, Bangin' Bagels adds its own homemade, vegetarian and vegan bagel offerings to your list of artisan fresh-baked options. Hand-rolled, boiled and baked the old-fashioned way, Bangin' Bagels' sourdough creations hits the spot with a bang guaranteed to satisfy all your bagel cravings. Ready for a bangin' bite?

Flavors of Boracay: Reinterpreting Filipino Cuisine with an Inventive and Healthy Twist at Nonie's

A wave of change brought about by the sweeping pandemic forced many of the island's businesses to adapt and pivot to a new normal along with the entry of new establishments making its mark on Boracay's culinary scene. For Patrick and Shria Florencio, change was all part of the vision behind their innovative dining concept...

Changing perceptions on food and healthier dining is no easy task, a challenge boldly taken up by young restaurateurs Patrick and Shria Florencio in the complex weave and culinary diversity of Boracay. Established back in 2017 when the young couple decided to make that leap from the corporate world and pursue their passion for food, Nonie's stands out from the restaurant scene of the island with its fresh and inventive take on healthy Filipino-inspired cuisine. And it's a formula that's worked with the unique dining concept for over five years, through the island's rehab and quarantine experience. Transforming familiar local flavors with a healthy yet flavorful spin is what diners can expect at Nonie's, adding one more colorful layer to the island's culinary landscape. Come inside for a refreshing taste...

Celebrating Milestones with 100 Stores in the Country, A New Cheese Series and Froyo Line by Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt

Now with its milestone 100th store in the country with still more in the pipeline since it launched early last year, Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt remains one of the most successful and truly inspiring brands in the local food scene. And the brand isn't done just yet. Far from it. Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt launches a series of new product offerings to tempt your palate...

Hitting 100 stores in less than a year since it entered the cluttered and competitive local food scene is no small feat. It's just downright impressive. And the fact that it was launched at the height of the pandemic last year amidst countless uncertainties makes it even more remarkable. It's a spectacular run any which way you look at it. And Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt has so much more in store for all its loyal koomikadas with its new Koomi Froyo and Limited Edition Cheese Series.

Light and Easy with Fresh Flavors by Zig Healthy Made Happy

Fresh, bold and clean flavors, some days you just want to keep it simple. And light. And Zig Healthy Made Happy has just what you're craving for in a variety of new dishes... 

Healthier dining options appear to be on the rise as a result of the quarantine experience, and one unique dining concept stands out from the clutter for making healthy food cool. Zig Healthy Made Happy introduces a refreshing medley of new Salad Bowls, Protein Bowls, Sourdough Sandwiches and a creatively inventive Salad Pizza to its growing menu for even more healthier options packed with fresh, real and vibrant flavors. Who says healthy food has to be boring or bland? Not at Zig Healthy Made Happy... 

Healthy Can Be Delicious as Kenny Rogers Roasters and Beyond Meat Introduces New Plant-Based Offerings

The continued popularity of plant-based offerings is a positive development in the local culinary scene with more access as well as options for diners to enjoy and experience healthier meals. Kenny Rogers Roasters goes one step further with its expanded menu of plant-based options...

Kenny Rogers Roasters in collaboration with Beyond Meat introduces savory new plant-based options with the Kenny's Beyond Bolognese and Kenny's Beyond Basil Bowl to supplement their existing Kenny's Beyond Burger and Kenny's Mashed Potato offerings in the current menu. The expansion of the plant-based menu builds on the success of the previous collab between Kenny Rogers Roasters and Beyond Meat launched last year with the Kenny's Beyond Burger and Kenny's Beyond Mashed Potato (for more on the initial collab, see my post ECQ Eats: Kenny Rogers Roasters Goes Beyond Deliciously Healthy with Plant-Based Options from Beyond Meat from September last year). Kenny Rogers Roasters goes beyond deliciously healthy once more with exciting new plant-based dishes to suit your appetite and craving. Curious? Then read on...

First Five: Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt Unveils Five New Flavors for Summer

Berry Kiwissable, Tropic Like It's Hot, Lemon Bee The One, It Takes Passion to Mango and KitKat You Outta My Head. Think of it as summer's first five. From Koomi...

Manila's favorite natural drinking yogurt from Australia, Koomi, turns on the summer heat with its refreshingly cool, healthy and playfully inventive new flavors. On track to open its 100th store by June, Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt brings the summer vibe with five wittingly named flavors to stay ahead of the game.   

Oasis in the City: The BGC Community Farm by Urban Farmers

In the midst of towering high rises at the Bonifacio Global City, the concrete landscape reveals a special plot of land with lush and verdant greens seemingly out of place in a modern commercial and business district. Step inside and you'll feel it's just where it should be...   

An oasis in the city, the BGC Community Farm by Urban Farmers yields a bountiful harvest of garden fresh and crisp lettuce, vegetables and herbs right at the heart of Bonifacio Global City. The verdant greens stand out in a modern landscape against the grey tones of concrete, a calming and tranquil spot where you can pick garden fresh vegetables for your own salad bowl for a unique farm-to-table experience right here at BGC. 

Get Your Sticky Purple Rice Fix with Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt's New Purple Rice Series

Have your rice. And Yogurt too. Meet the refreshing Purple Rice Series from Koom Natural Drinking Yogurt...

For a limited time only, Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt unveils five new refreshing and satisfying flavors infused with the signature Purple Rice.  The new Purple Rice Series by Koomi is available in Red Bean, Taro, Strawberry, Coconut and Mango blended with soft, sticky and chewy purple rice. Ready for a new flavor and textural experience? Then, read on...

Healthy. Happy. Zig. At Zig Healthy Made Happy in Greenhills Promenade...

Healthier dining options makes its way to the 'hood in Greenhills Promenade at Zig Healthy Made Happy with its wide array of refreshingly flavorful specialty dishes to add to your must-try list. 

Zig Healthy Made Happy formally formally opened their newest branch at Greenhills Promenade today adding to the neighborhood's vibrant culinary scene. Located right next to Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt and Oh My Greek on the same strip comes as no surprise as Zig Healthy Made Happy is from the same dynamic group, Visum Ventures, Inc. It's the same group behind innovative concepts like T2 Tea and Salt and Ice Oyster Bar. Here's a sneak peek at the ceremonies for the latest addition to the Greenhills foodie landscape...  

Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Tapas, Cocktails, Dinner and Dessert All in One Strip: Oh My Greek, Zig Healthy Made Happy and Koomi Now Open at Greenhills Promenade

One strip for breakfast, brunch, lunch, tapas, cocktails, dinner and dessert, now that's a major food crawl at Oh My Greek, Zig Healthy Made Happy and Koomi for one memorable dining experience...

Visum Ventures, Inc. continues its aggressive expansion program with the opening of three new branches for Oh My Greek, Zig Healthy Made Happy and Koomi Natural Drinking Yogurt at Greehnhills Promenade. Conveniently located right next to each other, start and end your day with the sumptuous breakfast, brunch, lunch, tapas, cocktails, dinner and dessert offerings from Oh My Greek, Zig and Koomi now open daily from 7 am to 12 midnight to satisfy all your cravings in just a few steps. Read on for a tasty peek at the newest trio in Greenhills...