Unwind and Chill with Soothing Cocktails and Sumptuous Latin Flavors at MamSer in UNWND Boutique Hotel Makati

Spice up your Poblacion experience with the fresh, vibrant and soothing Latin vibe. Say hello to MamSer at UNWND Boutique Hotel Makati...

The eclectic Makati neighborhood adds yet another dining experience to your long list of options with hearty and authentic Latin cuisine paired with handcrafted libations at MamSer in UNWND Boutique Hotel Makati. Known for its vibrant nightlife, the infusion of authentic Latin flavors is a welcome addition to the complex weave of culinary offerings at Poblacion. Tucked away in the narrow streets of the cool Bohemian 'hood, it's time to say hello to the wittingly named MamSer and indulge in its extensive array of hearty Latin-inspired dishes...

Meet The #TendonMaster: Perfection in a Bowl by Chef Akimitsu Takihara of Tendon Akimitsu

That delicately light and crisp texture bursting with succulent flavors with each bite, it's pure tendon perfection that can only come from the #TendonMaster...

Japanese cuisine consistently ranks high on everyone's list of dining options and when you're looking for authenticity and masterful execution of the perfect bowl of tendon, only a handful of establishments come top of mind. One of these is Tendon Akimitsu. The recent visit of a true #TendonMaster just drives the point home, clearly establishing Tendon Akimitsu as one of the top spots for a sumptuous bowl of authentic tendon in the metro's culinary landscape. Chef Akimitsu Takihara of the famed Tendon Akimitsu chain in Japan visits the local branch at Ayala Malls The 30th showcasing his expertise with each mouthwatering bowl of pure happiness. 

Comforting Classics Reinvented with a Cool Modern Twist at Xi by Cafe Guilt

Discovering a new culinary find offering creative and refreshingly inspired spins on traditional and comforting staples is one secret you'd like to keep for yourself. But since it's the season of giving, here's a quick rundown on Quezon City's newest secret hidden gastronomic gem...

Progressive, innovative and unapologetically modern with an emphasis on fresh, bold and real flavors, Quezon City is now home for hearty and sumptuous cuisine with hints of playful inventiveness expressed in a lavish menu at Xi by Cafe Guilt. And no, you don't have to go far down south the usual dining hotspots to find the same level of masterfully executed dishes. You'll find it right here in Quezon City. Xi by Cafe Guilt brings its extensive repertoire of familiar and comforting classics reinvented with a contemporary twist for a unique dining experience in a quiet Scout area neighborhood away from the usual commercial and business districts. And about time too... 

Culinary Journeys and Classic Continental Cuisine with Scandinavian Flair at Aquavit Pub & Grill

The famed culinary duo of Chefs Robert Lilja and Tom Hines are back rocking the culinary scene of Makati's Poblacion. The much anticipated collaboration brings a taste of fresh and clean Scandinavian flavors to the strip, adding to the eclectic and vibrant diversity and tasty gastronomic offerings of the neighborhood...

When two celebrated chefs collaborate, you can expect great things to happen as Chefs Robert Lilja and Tom Hines shake up Poblacion's local culinary landscape with their newest dining concept at Aquavit Pub & Grill. Inspired by classic European and continental cuisine infused with Scandinavian flair, Aquavit Pub & Grill also showcases the culinary journeys of two amazing chefs retold and shared with each lavish dish. Read on for a tasty peek at the famed Makati neighborhood's newest dining destination...

Authentic Thai Flavors and the World's Best Noodle Dish Comes To Ortigas with the Opening of Greyhound Cafe at The Podium

Finally, authentic Thai cuisine comes closer to your 'hood at Greyhound Cafe's newest branch now open at The Podium...

Greyhound Cafe brings its modern spin to traditional Thai cuisine at The Podium, now with three branches in the metro including SM Aura Premier and SM Mall of Asia with a fourth soon on the pipeline. And with the recent recognition by TasteAtlas for Khao Soi as the world's best noodle dish, diners at the newest branch of Greyhound Cafe in The Podium will have a special treat. Enjoy a hearty serving of rich, creamy and savory Beef Khao Soi exclusively at The Podium branch of Greyhound Cafe. Plus traditional Boat Noodles and comforting Tom Yum only at The Podium. Now that's a good reason to visit the newest branch of Greyhound Cafe (for more on Greyhound Cafe, see my earlier post Born in Bangkok: Greyhound Cafe Comes to Manila at SM Aura Premier from May this year).

A Tipple and Tasty Bites on the Rooftop at Takao Studios Coffee

Coffee and ramen? Sounds like a plan. Here's one more unique find to add to your list of dining destinations if you happen to be down south...

An unexpected stop on the way back home from the south soon became an opportunity for a sneak peek at one of the newest dining destinations making quite a buzz on the net. That's no surprise when one of the best chefs in the country, Chef Mikel Zaguirre, is part of the culinary team behind Takao Studios Coffee.

Long Night? Just Ice It With The Soothing Blends of Stay Up Espresso Bar

It's one of those nights when you need a soothing pick me up to last the marathon. Rest easy, and just ice it with the selection of bold espresso brews from Stay Up Espresso Bar...

No Sleep. Woke. Wide Awake. And Up All Night. When you have a long night ahead, just open up a cold brew from Stay Up Espresso Bar and ice it. Now with three branches in Las Piñas, Katipunan and the newest at Kapitolyo, you're never too far from the refreshing coffee offerings of Stay Up Espresso Bar for those nights when you need a bold blend to keep you up and alert all night long.

Sweet and Savory Indulgence. Meet The New and Decadent Truffle Butter with Candied Bacon Bibingka by Bibingka Manila

There are certain flavors that just warms the palate all year long like the deep nutty notes and creamy richness of truffle butter, the sharpness of Parmesan and the savory, mildly smoky hints of bacon. This holiday season, enjoy all these indulgent flavors in one of the most inventive and elegant spins on a classic local delicacy...

Truffle butter, Parmesan and bacon come together for a sweet and savory blend following an impressive line-up bannered by their Original with Salted Egg & Cheese, Ube & Cheese and Suman Latik variants. Bibingka Manila unveils yet another unique creation combining the lavish trifecta of truffle butter, Parmesan and bacon with the new Truffle Butter with Candied Bacon Bibingka just in time for the holidays. Read on for a closer look at the latest creation from Bibingka Manila and jumpstart the festive holiday season...

Thai Style With a Street Food Vibe at The Original Boat Noodle in SM Mall of Asia

The vibrant sights, sounds and flavors of the exotic floating markets of Ayutthaya come alive in the newest dining establishment at SM Mall of Asia. Step inside The Original Boat Noodle...

The Original Boat Noodle brings Thailand's iconic floating market and street food vibe to SM Mall of Asia with their extensive selection of authentic Thai dishes. From the famous and iconic boat noodles served in its distinct "little bowls of happiness" later stacked to classic dishes like Pad Thai and Kra Pow Chicken Rice, the Original Boat Noodle recreates the street market feel from the Land of Smiles for a unique dining experience. Read on for a tasty sneak peek...

One Man's Culinary Journey Continues at Hossein's Hookah Shisha Habibi Lounge in Makati Avenue

Since 1985, one name stands above all the others when it comes to authentic Persian and Middle Eastern cuisine driven by the dreams of one man who set out to find a new home. Thirty-seven years later and counting, Hossein's Persian Kebab remains one of the few establishments in the metro offering authenticity continuing one man's and one family's culinary tradition.

The popularity of Persian cuisine through the years can be traced back to the very first Middle Eastern restaurant offering authentic dishes satisfying curious palates always in search for new flavors and expats looking for a taste of home fueled by returning overseas workers craving for the dishes experienced abroad. Hossein's Persian Kebab, considered the metro's oldest Persian restaurant located in Makati Avenue, fired up the kebab craze that continues to this day. With its milestone 37th year, Hossein Sohrabi Langroudi is more than ready for the post pandemic new normal now with three branches including Greenbelt and Serendra as well as the new Hossein's Hookah Shisha Habibi Lounge located below the original restaurant offering yet another authentic Persian experience.