Doughnuts with a Kikk: The Kikko Man, Kikko Shoyu Bonito and Kikkonana by Poison Coffee & Doughnuts in Collaboration with Kikkoman

They've done Champorado, Garam Masala even Mangga't Suman on doughnuts. But clearly, they're not done yet...

Poison Coffee & Doughnuts, one of the metro's innovative dining concepts, introduces yet another out-of-the-box creation in a unique collaboration with Kikkoman. That's right, and you read it right. When one of the world's iconic soy sauce brands gets together with the creative team behind Poison Coffee & Doughnuts, you can expect some truly inspired doughnut expressions setting it apart from the usual offerings. Think of it as doughnuts with a kikk.   

#BakBAKAnNa: Get It On with the Let's Get Litson by Kraver's Canteen

Down from the clouds, this one's a worthy contender for the top spot in the raging Litson Baka wars from one of the country's newest players in the growing cloud kitchen sector...

Kraver's Canteen, an innovative cloud kitchen, shares their inventive take on Litson Baka with their very own and wittingly named Let's Get Litson. Marinated for 24 hours, smoked and slow-cooked for six hours, the Let's Get Litson by Kraver's Canteen is unbelievably fork-tender with that melt-in-your-mouth finish delivering a savory burst of beefy flavors. And it's just one of many specialty offerings from the cloud kitchens of Kraver's Canteen. Ready to get it on? 

Taiwan in the Metro: The King, Taiker, Chee-Z and Hot Chick at Monga Taiwanese Style Fried Chicken

Authentic Taiwanese style chicken chop in the metro? You bet. And you'll find it at Monga Taiwanese Style Fried Chicken...

Named after Taiwan's traditional and oldest district where the local food culture continues to thrive with influences from various cuisines, Monga Taiwanese Style Fried Chicken takes their best-selling specialties to the metro with four stores serving their iconic chicken chop and soothing milk teas. 

Rain or Shine, It's Always Hot Pot Weather at Tong Yang Grill & Shabu Shabu at SM Megamall

The constant rain these past few days always trigger a response, like a serious craving for comfort food. And when it pours, it's hot pot on my mind... 

Tong Yang Grill & Shabu Shabu at the Mega Atrium of SM Megamall is open once again, and just in time for those rainy day cravings too. A gently simmering pot of comforting broth, a table-top grill and a whole variety of tasty offerings from tender beef and pork, chicken, seafood, savory balls and dumplings of every kind and garden fresh vegetables presents a tempting option for the rainy days. Or any day, really. Time to get your hot pot game on because Tong Yang is back.  

Black is Back: It's Black Truffle Season at Caruso Ristorante Italiano

 Caruso Ristorante Italiano brings out the Barolo for truffle season...

Caruso Ristorante Italiano celebrates the much-anticipated arrival of the prized Black Alba Truffle fresh from Italy prepared in lavish dishes for an indulgent and authentic taste of the old country at the heart of Makati. Available for a limited time only, early reservations are highly recommended. Widely regarded as "the diamond of the kitchen," the rare truffle offers a unique flavor experience that you can enjoy at Caruso Ristorante Italiano. That's while supplies last, of course.   

"Simply Classic Cuisine" by Chef Robert Lilja for Disciples Escoffier at Makati Garden Club

A memorable evening of fellowship, fine wine and classic cuisine at one of Makati's hidden gems relives the spirit of Auguste Escoffier in an elegant dinner...

Disciples Escoffier Philippines caps yet another year of camaraderie while supporting and promoting hospitality developments with a lavish dinner by Chef Robert Lilja at The Makati Garden Club in true Escoffier style. Following a successful dinner last month (for more on the previous Disciples Escoffier dinner, see my post, Chef Alain Raye Lights Up Poblacion with a Lavish Dinner for Disciples Escoffier at Dr. Wine Manila), Disciples Escoffier PH celebrates historic milestones with "Simply Classic Cuisine" created by one of Manila's very best chefs in an idyllic sanctuary at the heart of the bustling Makati CBD.  

Healthier Options and Tasty Nibbles by The #BrothQueen at Kim King's Kitchen

The long days of quarantine allowed many of us to take a closer look at our lifestyle choices and with personal health now a priority in a lingering pandemic, it's about time we did. Natural, organic and a more conscious approach to what we eat is a good starting point. And Kim King's Kitchen shows you the way...

Widely known as Asia's one and only organic bone #BrothQueen as well as a certified Gut Health Coach and Skin Nutrition Specialist with a PN1 certification from the UK, Kim King is the metro's leading fasting-focused lifestyle advocate with her customized meal plans featuring her specialty bone broths. The success of her bone broths led to Kim King's Kitchen, a complete online store showcasing a wide variety of healthy options from meal plans to platters like Roasted Chicken and Crusted Salmon, snacks and condiments, beverages, cakes and pastries, organic meat and even pet nutrition products. Also a personal coach, Kim King and Kim King's Kitchen are ready to help you make that first step to a healthier lifestyle. 

#CozyDayswithFRNK: Experience The Art in Breakfast with the New Warm Drinks Series, Fuji Kukki and Overnight Oats by FRNK Milk Bar

You've heard it before, a healthy and nutritious breakfast sets the tone for the rest of your day. Your first meal of the day, breakfast can make or break your day. FRNK Milk Bar sets it right with their new tasty and flavorful breakfast offerings...

FRNK Milk Bar presents The Art in Breakfast with their healthy and flavorful offerings for the month like the new plant-based Warm Drinks Series, Fuji Kukki and Overnight Oats. As the mad and hectic rush at the start of the week creeps back even in this new normal, take a pause and slow down and choose a healthy breakfast to start your day right. 

Just Ice It: A Soothing Cold Brew Trio by Caravan Black

The onset of the rainy season does little to lower the blistering heat, not even a dent. When the temperature rises and you need to cool down, just ice it. Caravan Black offers three soothing ways to beat the heat with their refreshing cold brews... 

Caravan Black unveils their latest selection of specialty cold brews, each one with its own distinct flavor and finish. That's three for the road with the Wilde White, Cold S & G and Cold Blonde to soothe your palate. Thirsty? Then, read on...

Breakfast Essentials: The Angus Beef Garlic Classic Style and Sundried Premium Beef Tapa by Tipsy Tapa

Everyone looks forward to a sumptuous weekend breakfast at home. The new normal may have blurred the lines somewhat but a good breakfast is still a much anticipated event. And when you have the Angus Beef Garlic Classic Style and Sundried Premium Beef Tapa from Tipsy Tapa, it's a feast that sets the tone for the rest of the day. 

Mention "comfort food" and everyone's favorite beef tapa pops up top-of-mind. The quarantine experience made us all rediscover the simple joys of enjoying a sumptuous breakfast at home as restrictions on mobility were enforced to curb the spread of the pandemic. The Angus Beef Garlic Classic Style and Sundried Premium Beef Tapa by Tipsy Tapa makes your breakfast or brunch or any meal at home even more special...