Day One, Four Restaurants: The I Love Aussie Lamb Experience Takes Over Tagaytay For A Month-Long Festival

From rustic Greek and Mediterranean notes to tasty Mexican bites, comforting Filipino and vibrant Thai flavors to elegant Italian and Moroccan renditions, just how many ways can you enjoy premium Aussie Lamb? Four chefs show you the different ways to enjoy Aussie Lamb with their creative executions. It's Day 1 of the month-long I Love Aussie Lamb fest in twelve of Tagaytay's finest chef-driven restaurants...

Meat and Livestock Australia and Aussie Beef & Lamb PH brings world-class and premium Aussie Lamb to Tagaytay for a month-long dining experience in twelve leading chef-led restaurants with the I Love Aussie Lamb campaign starting February 16 to March 15, 2026. Following the success of the previous campaign in Manila's top restaurants, the I Love Aussie Lamb program finally comes to the southern dining destination (for more on the previous Manila run, see my earlier post All Aboard The Aussie Lamb Caravan By Meat And Livestock Australia For A Savory And Flavorful Ride At Participating Restaurants from late last year). Ready for another flavorful and savory ride, this time down south in Tagaytay? Then, read on...

Ribs. Oysters. Bourbon. At Rob's in Newport World Resorts

Ribs. Oysters. Bourbon. That's three of my favorite things. And that's the newest concept from Chef Robby Goco and restaurateur Raymund Magdaluyo at Newport World Resorts.

A sleek bar prominently situated at the very front of the newest establishment in Newport Mall is the first thing you'll notice, and then the novel concept hits you. This is more than just a restaurant. This is Rob's, or simply ribs, oysters and bourbon and so much more. Restaurateur Raymund Magdaluyo, the man behind some of Manila's top restaurants like Wolfgang's Steakhouse and Red Crab along with Chef Robby Goco of Cyma Greek Taverna and Souv by Cyma among others collaborate for what could be the metro's newest and coolest dive. Ready for some ribs, oysters and bourbon? Come on in at Rob's and read on...

The Bistro Group Food Crawl at Robinsons Magnolia Part 6: Steaks, Ribs and Good Vibes at Texas Roadhouse

Hand-cut steaks. Fall-off-the-bone ribs. Made-from-scratch sides. Fresh-baked bread. Ice-cold beer. And the Legendary Margaritas. Plus Unlimited in-shell peanuts and those fresh from the oven Yeast Rolls. That's the perfect recipe for a day filled with good vibes. Sounds like a plan? Then, head on over to Texas Roadhouse...

Texas Roadhouse brings its brand of hearty Texan style fare of steaks, ribs, burgers and more with all the sides and cocktails to Robinsons Magnolia along with its good vibes. The sixth stop at The Bistro Group Food Crawl at Robinsons Magnolia, Texas Roadhouse caps the afternoon with a sumptuous feast featuring their all-time bestsellers of Combo Appetizer, Ribeye Steak and award-winning Baby Back Ribs. Good times. Hungry? 

Round Up the Posse and Raise a Toast for Margarita Madness at Chili's

It's back. Unlimited Frozen Margaritas for endless rounds of good times and good vibes. It's Margarita Madness at Chili's...

Unlimited rounds of Frozen Margaritas for only P 300? Now that's enough reason to a round up the posse and raise a toast. Margarita Madness returns at Chili's from September 1 to October 31, so pick your spot at the bar. Top Shelf Lime Frozen Margarita or Strawberry, Mango and Strawberry Mango frozen Margarita? Enjoy all four and one more for the road...

One More Round with the All-Time Bestsellers and Buy One Take One Cocktails at Chili's

The all-time classics at Chili's continue to shine, with its specialty ribs, fajitas, steaks and margaritas (and yes, Buy One Take One on cocktails) leading the way for well over forty-seven years worldwide and almost twenty-six years in the Philippines. Now that calls for another round, don't you think?

Since it opened in Dallas back in 1975, Chili's has grown to over 1600 restaurants around the world showcasing its comforting American and Southwestern cuisine inspired by its Texas roots and Fresh Mex style. And since 1996 with the opening of its first branch in Manila, local diners have always returned to savor the all-time bestsellers that made Chili's a familiar go-to place with good vibes all around. Let's take a look back at some of the specialty dishes that's endeared the timeless brand close to the hearts of generations of local foodies...

What's Your Flavor? In The Zone at Wing Zone...

You've probably tried the Garlic Parma Wings before at Wing Zone and loved it. Now get back in the zone for the newest offerings from Wing Zone...

Blackened Voodoo. Liquid Gold. Lemon Zinger. Sweet Samurai. Smokin Q. Tokyo Dragon. And Garlic Parm. That's just some of the wicked sauces cooked up by inventive flavor wizards at Wing Zone with its wide offerings from traditional buffalo wings and dry rub flavors to sweet no heat, spicy and savory variants. But they're not done just yet, churning out the new Salted Egg flavor, Crispy Chicken Skin and Quesadilla to their growing repertoire of flavorful options. Read on for a virtual step inside Wing Zone and see what's cookin'... 

By George! Meet Chicken Jorge, the Newest Brand on the Fried Chicken Block

There's a new kid on the block that's changing the fried chicken game with its tempting Pri-Nok, Ba-Nok, Kukok and whole Glazed Fried Chicken. And the flavors from this food stand are spot on. His name is Chicken Jorge and fried chicken is his game... 

Chicken Jorge takes fried chicken to a whole new level with their specialty whole Glazed Fried Chicken in Soy Garlic and Hickory Barbecue variants for another inventive spin on a classic. Imagine juicy fried chicken draped in savory flavors, just pick your glaze and you're on your way to rediscover fried chicken Chicken Jorge style... 

Chili's Philippines Celebrates Twenty-Five Years with New Dishes, Exciting Promotions and Cool Giveaways

For twenty-five years, Chili's has been a part of countless celebrations revolving around their sumptuous and comforting menu. And for burger fans, who can forget those National Burger Day treats from Chili's years back, lining up to bring home their classic Big Mouth Burgers? 

Now with fourteen branches, Chili's Philippines celebrates twenty-five years of good times and good food with new dishes, exciting promotions and cool giveaways every month for the whole of 2022. And yes, they do have a new Big Mouth Burger in the menu... 

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...

Create Your Own Flavorful Adventure with the New Peri-Peri Grilled Wings by Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar

From mild and savory to spicy, embark on your own flavorful adventure with the new Peri-Peri Grilled Wings from Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar. Ready?

Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar recently introduced their newest offering fresh off the grill, the Peri-Peri Grilled Wings in nine Signature Sauces. That's right, Nine Signature Sauces. Take your palate on an adventurous and delectable journey around the world from the American Southwest and deep south to the exotic east with the new Peri-Peri-Grilled Wings by Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar. Read on for a tasty peek...

Dining in the Next Normal: When A Serious Case of Munchies Strikes, Bring Out the Nacho Bake by Nacho Macho MNL

An epic movie marathon, the NBA Bubble Finals, or just another quarantine day in the new normal, when a serious craving of munchies hits, just give in and go with the flow with Nacho Macho MNL... 

The quarantine experience forced many of us to stay home as dining at home and the rise of the food delivery culture continue to shape and define the new normal. Another day at home in the quarantine usually results in occasional bouts of the munchies. Crisp nachos and a savory dip with juicy beef, cheese, refried beans and jalapeños comes top-of-mind when a case of the munchies strikes. And when it does strike, no worries. Just give Nacho Macho MNL a call or simply send a message via Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/nachomachomnl and IG at https://www.instagram.com/nachomacho.mnl/. and your sumptuous Nacho Bake is on its way to you...

Start the Season of Feasting and Say Hola! to the New Holaday Boards and the New Lechon Cubano from Gringo...

It's that time of the year once again when endless rounds of feasting with family and friends bring on the holiday vibe. The guys at Gringo have been busy preparing their new dishes just for the holidays...

Gringo welcomes Holiday 2019 with a new dish and sumptuous food boards to get you in the holiday groove. Gringo kicks-off this year's season of feasting with the new Lechon Cubano and lavish Holaday Boards filled with all your favorite signature bestsellers. Say Hola! to good food and good times...at Gringo.

Tasty Finds at The Gourmand Market by Nawwty's Kitchen Preview

One of the country's long-running and much-awaited culinary events returns this September with five new merchants joining the weekend market. Think of it as your first five for more tasty options at The Gourmand Market by Nawwty's Kitchen...

The Gourmand Market by Nawwty's Kitchen tempts the metro's palates once more from September 20 to 22, Friday to Saturday, at C1 Park, Bonifacio High Street Central in BGC. You can expect your favorites to return at The Gourmand Market by Nawwty's Kitchen, and discover new and tasty finds too...

UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, The Gourmand Market by Nawwty's Kitchen has been rescheduled to October 4 to 6, 2019. Please be advised. 

It's That Kind Of Day...At TGI Fridays.

 It's that kind of day when nothing less but a serious burger would do to make the day better...

 ...and you'll find it at TGI Fridays. It may be the start of the week, but it already feels like the beginning of the weekend. Like they say, it's always Friday at Fridays. And a good burger is like a fast-forward button to the weekend...

Exceptional Service and Personal Touches at Discovery Suites

When thoughtful personal touches add unforgettable layers to your hotel experience, you just know it's special. After all, it's the little things that go a long, long way for a lasting and memorable impression in any hotel stay. 

At Discovery Suites, exceptional service and heart-warming little touches weave a colorful tapestry of experiences for a truly extraordinary stay in one of the premier hotels within the Ortigas commercial and business district. From elegant accommodations to sumptuous meals, Discovery Suites transformed my overnight experience into something truly special. Read on and find out more about my stay at Discovery Suites...

Timeless Flavors at F1 Hotel Manila's 6th Edition of the LuzViMinda Filipino Food Festival

It's an annual culinary tradition that I keep looking forward to, and since my very first experience five years ago, each edition just keeps getting better and better...

Authentic and timeless regional flavors, recreated. F1 Hotel Manila recently launched the much-awaited and long-running LuzViMinda Filipino Food Festival, with this year's 6th Edition dubbed as Timeless Flavors. From June 8 to 30, 2018, guests can indulge in traditional local cuisine masterfully prepared by F1 Hotel Manila's Executive Chef, Angelo "Chubby Timban, in collaboration with Chefs Zheryl "Zhe" Jacinto and Antonio Jose "AJ" Reyes. From Luzon's Insarabsab and Kalabasa Flan, Sinuglaw from the Visayas to Mindanao's Chicken Piyanggang, rediscover the country's rich and diverse culinary heritage at F1 Hotel Manila...

Go Japanese with the All-New Katsu Pork Ribs by RACKS

Fall-off-the bone juicy goodness with every bite, capped by a comfortingly delectable crispness on the outside...

RACKS continues to bring you the flavors you love with its latest creation, the tasty and inventive Katsu Pork Ribs. Your favorite fall-off-the-bone, hickory-smoked and savory flame-grilled pork ribs is given a fresh new spin with a lightly crisp katsu breading for a new flavor experience. It's yet another tasty surprise from RACKS, infusing hints from global flavors to their best-selling Pork Ribs. Turning Japanese? You bet.

Add Santolan Town Plaza to Your List of Dining Destinations with Comforting Dishes from ALTA by Relik

Somethin's cookin' over at San Juan...

The new Santolan Town Plaza brings both familiar favorites and new flavors to this part of the metro, and here's a sneak peek at ALTA by Relik...

Honey or Smoked? Have Your Old-Fashioned Both Ways at Churchill...

"Sir, you are drunk," said Labour MP Bessie Braddock to Winston Churchill, to which the iconic prime minister replied "And you, madam, are ugly. But in the morning, I shall be sober." In true Churchillian style, his eloquence cuts through the clutter like a dramatic mic drop, helped no less by a refreshing tipple. History remembers the iconic leader with his famous speeches from "This was their finest hour" at the onset of the lost battle in France to "Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few" after a defiant victory against all odds at the Battle of Britain. His words galvanized an embattled nation and shaped the world, and that deserves a toast... 

Drawing inspiration from the quintessential British statesman, Churchill at Estancia in Capitol Commons brings back the stately elegance of a gentleman's bar from a long bygone era. It's an homage to the cigar and brandy loving former prime minister who shone brightest during the second world war, with its dark masculine interiors and a wide selection of handcrafted cocktails and spirits. Understated and subdued yet exuding refined grace and style, it's the perfect spot for a tipple right here at Capitol Commons...

New Concept for the New Year with Highlands Bistro

The Highlands name remains synonymous with prime quality steaks, and the recent rebranding of its branch in Estancia Mall still bears the name associating it with Highlands Prime Steakhouse. With a more casual and laid-back vibe, Highlands Bistro offers its signature quality steaks along with a new menu to match the new concept...

It may have a new name, but you can expect the same level of quality you loved through the years. The new Highlands Bistro at Estancia Mall by Highlands Prime Steakhouse takes on a more relaxed and easy-going character with a new menu highlighted by their signature steaks. Read on for a peek at Highlands Bistro's tasty new offerings...