Flavors of Boracay: Authenticitiy Meets Cool at Little Taj Indian Street Kitchen

It's pretty rare to find authentic Indian food even in the metro, harder still on an island. One inspired idea sparked during the quarantine changed all that. In Boracay, you can bet on Little Taj Indian Street Kitchen...

When life throws you samosas, eat it. It's a story that began at the height of the pandemic with closures both temporary and permanent sweeping the island paradise of Boracay. For Patrick and Shria Florencio, fresh, new and creative ideas were needed to keep their restaurant business afloat during the most challenging chapters in the island's history. The spark came when the couple drew inspiration from Shria's own family traditions, paving the way for Little Taj Indian Street Kitchen. And why not. No other restaurant offered authentic Indian cuisine on the island. And that's the opening Patrick and Shria needed for their newest concept.

Flavors of Boracay: That Cool Latin Vibe by the Beach at Muchos Latin American Kitchen & Bar

Sun, sand, sea, cocktails and sumptuous Latin cuisine with panoramic views of the island's famed beaches. It just doesn't get better than that...

The story of sumptuous Latin American flavors on the pristine powdery sands of Station 1's White Beach at Zuzuni Boutique Hotel was four years in the making when Patrick and Shria Florencio of Nonie's first fell in love with the property's quaint beachfront café back in 2018. After the closures due to the pandemic, a collaboration for a new restaurant concept was hatched named after Patrick and Shria's grumpy French bulldog Muchachos. Muchos Latin American Kitchen & Bar is one more colorful layer to the complex weave of flavors in the island's evolving culinary landscape, and it's a story that's just beginning...

Flavors of Boracay: #TakeAChans with the Hawker Style Cuisine of Chan's Boracay

The lasting impact of the quarantine experience and the global pandemic continues to transform our daily routine, and this is seen throughout the island paradise of Boracay. For one couple, the pandemic offered a fresh new start while adding yet another flavorful layer to the island's re-emerging culinary scene...

Manila based entrepreneurs and couple Ritchie and Arlyn Chan made a fateful decision one day to escape the pandemic and head off to Boracay with their children back in 2020. Like many of the island's colorful stories, the journey led to an opportunity to offer a unique Asian hawker-inspired cuisine to Boracay's diverse culinary landscape. Ready to #TakeAChans with your little hawker find in the heart of the island? Then step inside Chan's Boracay...

Flavors of Boracay: Touchdown at HUE Hotels & Resorts Boracay

An early morning flight back to the island paradise unraveled new, colorful and inspiring stories that continue to define the character and resilience of Boracay. It's stories that weave a unique and distinct vibe revealing the unseen sense of community, determination and dreams of the people that make up the enduring tapestry of the island...

Three days in Boracay with a curated itinerary showcasing the varied and eclectic diversity of culinary offerings both old and new revealed a new face of the island reflecting renewed optimism as it rises from the post-pandemic experience. Hosted by Patrick and Shria Florencio, the dynamic young couple represents the island's rising batch of inventive restaurateurs sharing their own innovative dining concepts adding to the many colorful layers of flavors to Boracay. The first in a series of thirteen blog posts, this year's edition of Flavors of Boracay takes your palate on a tasty journey of the emerging culinary scene of the famed island. Ready? Then, read on...

NFTs, Crypto and America's Best Burger for 2022. Bored and Hungry Yet? At the Bored & Hungry Pop-Up at The Grid Food Market

Emerging technologies unleash even more potential and opportunities transforming the way we perceive both currency and art in our daily routine. And new tech finds its way to the culinary scene. NFTs, Crypto and America's Best Burger. That's something worth a big tasty bite, don't you think?.

Transformations and continuous evolutions in seemingly diverse fields come together forever changing our lives while penetrating deep into the cultural mainstream. New tech, digital currency, art and the culinary scene weave seamlessly for experiences that would define the next decade at a unique pop-up in The Grid Food Market. Voted America's Best Burger for 2022 by Good Morning America, Bored & Hungry is an innovative NFT-backed restaurant group that's all set to redefine and reinvent the restaurant industry. Bored and hungry yet? Read on for a taste of the Bored OG Burger...

Step Inside for the Day's Freshest Catch at Cold Storage Seafood

The bright blue thematic colors of the brand are easily recognizable instantly associating it with the freshest seafood, differentiating it and setting it apart from the usual options in the metro. But it's the story behind the brand which began with one man's vision of sharing the very best ocean harvests of the country with the world that's truly inspiring. In one afternoon, the newly renovated store along Wilson Street in San Juan City celebrates a significant milestone in the brand's evolving story...

For years, the store along Wilson Street with its rows of glass chillers have become a familiar sight not only for those living the 'hood but among lovers of premium quality fresh seafood. Now newly renovated with a sparkling sheen, Cold Storage Seafood builds on the vision of one man boldly setting a course for expanded growth with its offerings of fresh seafood and quality meats from around the world. Step inside for the day's freshest catch and more, at Cold Storage Seafood...

Wings. Tenders. Mojitos. And the 2022 World Cup. It's Game On at Buffalo Wild Wings

Thirty-two national teams, the world's best, converge on the pitches of Qatar for The Beautiful Game. It's time to bring out your colors and your game for the 2022 World Cup. And pick your libations, tasty bites and the best front row seats at Buffalo Wild Wings...

The much anticipated sporting event is eagerly awaited by fans the world over, and you can now watch live streams of the various matches at Buffalo Wild Wings in Estancia Mall in Capitol Commons and Uptown Mall in BGC. After all, wings, tenders, mojitos and the World Cup is one combo that's hard to beat. So bring your game and your appetite, it's time to cheer your hearts out at Buffalo Wild Wings... 

DPA X LJC: Celebrating Two Decades of Culinary Partnership with Elements of Flavor at Flame in Discovery Primea

Behind each unique and memorable culinary creation at one of the metro's prestigious properties is an enduring partnership that has defined the Discovery Primea experience. Starting November 17, this creative gastronomic partnership is celebrated with the Elements of Flavor series...

The story of an epic culinary journey unravels high above Discovery Primea along Ayala Avenue in Makati, retold and celebrated with each dish. Discovery Primea's General Manager, David Pardo de Ayala and Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco highlight two decades of creative partnership with an elegant and lavish four-hands dinner to kick-off the Elements of Flavor series at Flame Restaurant. The series showcases unique collaborations between Discovery Primea's culinary team and renowned local and international chefs and personalities reflecting modern cuisine in an elegant setting at Flame Restaurant. With the aim of presenting gastronomic innovation by bringing together unique culinary ideas, special techniques and a passion for fine flavors for even more memorable experiences to the property's loyal patrons and guests, Elements of Flavor is a snapshot of the very best redefined with each course in a collaborative experience. Here's a peek at Elements of Flavor in Discovery Primea...

Afternoon Tea and Italian Style: High Fashion and High Tea in an Elegant Weave at #FURLAAfternoonTea in The Writers Bar of Raffles Makati

Tea and style, in a perfect blend. Elegant afternoon tea at The Writers Bar in Raffles Makati is elevated with an elegant touch from Italian style icon Furla for a unique experience...

High Tea and high fashion come together in a luxurious weave as The Writers Bar in Raffles Makati brews yet another afternoon tea concept threaded by luxurious Italian style for a memorable and seamless experience. In an exclusive event, guests were treated to the savory and sweet decadent creations of Executive Chef Bela Rieck for afternoon tea as well as a sneak peek at the 2022 Autumn/Winter Collection of Furla at The Writers Bar.  Read on for a unique preview of afternoon tea and Italian style with #FURLAAfternoonTea at Raffles Makati...  

Ice Cream Cakes and Chilly Burgers for the Holidays: Sebastian's Ice Cream Unveils its 2022 Christmas Collection

The world's longest holiday season gets into high gear with the introduction of Christmas-themed offerings adding a festive vibe for the most anticipated time of the year. Sebastian's Ice Cream joins the holiday fray with the introduction of indulgent new ice cream cakes and Chilly Burgers for memorable Yuletide feasts with the family.  

A decadent selection of Ice Cream Cakes inspired by traditional Filipino flavors and Crinkle Chilly Burgers with indulgent ice cream sandwiched between two moist Crinkles sprinkled with powdered sugar are the lavish entries for the holidays from one of the metro's ice cream wizards, Sebastian's Ice Cream. Comfortingly nostalgic local flavors weave alongside classic ice cream creations for dessert lovers this holiday season in a variety of tempting options. Meet the 2022 Christmas Collection from Sebastian's Ice Cream...