Tuesday, May 31, 2016

The Sunday Grill Buffet at Sage Bespoke Grill

An intimate and cozy Sunday brunch with a wide and premium range of selections...


...gets even better with the addition of new offering to supplement its already lavish spread. Located at the second level of Shangri-La Makati, Manila directly above Sage Bar, Sage Bespoke Grill expands its buffet selection with new dishes created by Chef de Cuisine Eric Weidmann for their Sunday Grill Buffet. Read on for a tasty peek at what you can expect at Sage Bespoke Grill's Sunday Grill Buffet...

Double the Indulgence: The New Swiss Miss Dark Chocolate Mocha

Swiss Miss goes bold and rich like never before for double the indulgence...


Swiss Miss introduces its newest and most indulgent variant yet, the Swiss Miss Dark Chocolate Mocha combining the bold notes of dark chocolate and rich cafe mocha all in one convenient 3-in-1 hot cocoa mix. Awaken your indulgent side with Swiss Miss Dark Chocolate Mocha...

Monday, May 30, 2016

Eastern Culinary Journeys at The Cafe

Take a flavorful culinary journey through India and China and experience the rich flavors of the Spice Trade and the famed Silk Road...


The Cafe at Hyatt City of Dreams Manila celebrates two Asian culinary traditions in June and July, starting with Cantonese Cuisine on June 14 to 19, 2016; and Indian Cuisine on July 17 to 24, 2016. The iconic flavors of China and India converge at The Cafe for one epic culinary experience...

Sweet Spice: Chocolate Indulgence with Eastern Spices

Curry, Black Sesame, Jasmine, and chili...classic Asian and eastern flavors spice up The Cafe's premium selection of chocolate pralines.


The Cafe at Hyatt City of Dreams presents its selection of premium chocolate pralines infused with Asian and Eastern spices for a unique flavor experience. Each box of chocolate pralines offer a sneak preview of even more flavorful things to come...at The Cafe.

Sunday, May 29, 2016

Southbound to Nonna's Pasta & Pizzeria

Hand-pulled pasta, a classic Neapolitan-style pizza fresh out of a brick oven...


...all prepared in the old-fashioned way. At Nonna's, things are kept pretty simple. With all their signature dishes made from scratch with the freshest and finest ingredients, you can expect real flavors the way it was meant to be, and it's as simple as that. Head south for some classic pizza and pasta...at Nonna's.

Saturday, May 28, 2016

Take Me Home to Mama Lou's Italian Kitchen

Many say it's the long drive home that makes coming home special. Down south may be at the extreme and opposite end from where I live, but heading south to Mama Lou's feels like coming home...


Head homeward bound to comforting dishes at Mama Lou's, and it's definitely worth the drive. Rustic pizza, pasta, and more await diners down south, with each dish lovingly prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients. Read on and come home to Mama Lou's...

Crossing Borders with Asian and Spanish Flavors at Alqueria


The masterful execution of blending distinct culinary styles and techniques are highlighted in the exciting new dishes of Alqueria...


Alqueria Tapas, Paellas Y Bistecas introduces a new menu featuring Spanish flavors with a uniquely Asian spin, each one created and developed by Chef Sonny Mariano. The fusion of flavors are fresh and innovative, adding layers of new flavor experiences with each new dish. Take a peek at Alqueria's exciting new menu...

Friday, May 27, 2016

Being In The Moment and Moongazing with Monkey Bay

A full moon, sumptuous food, and great wine. A memorable evening of moongazing, made even more special with one of New Zealand's finest wines...


Named after small, secluded bay hidden on the Marlborough coast of New Zealand's South Island, the wines of Monkey Bay capture that distinct Kiwi spirit, with its fresh, clean, and approachable character uncorked with every bottle. And there's no better way to discover and experience being in the moment, with a full moon on a summer evening, than with a few bottles of Monkey Bay. All it takes is one sip, and you're there...

One More Time At Spectrum's Sunday Brunch at the Ranch

Gather the posse one more time for another Sunday Brunch at the Ranch...


It's the weekend, and time to make plans before the start of the new week for another memorable Sunday Brunch at the Ranch at Spectrum.

Meet Chili's New Burgers and Baby Back Ribs...

Once again, Chili's proves that more life happens here...


Chili's introduces their new line of signature Big Mouth Craft Burgers and Baby Back Ribs, adding new layers of flavors to your dining experience. Read on and find out why more life happens here, at Chili's...

Recreating the Izakaya Vibe at Watami

Yakitori fresh off the grill and an ice-cold Asahi Super Dry...


...and it just can't get any better than that. Watami recreates the casual Japanese Izakaya gastropub experience with their newest branch in Uptown Mall, serving up traditional yakitori along with other Japanese staples and an equally wide selection of cocktails and premium beer.

Thursday, May 26, 2016

The Grandi Vini Sunday Super Brunch at HEAT

A Sunday brunch with free-flowing wine, there's just no better way to cap a weekend...


Edsa Shangri-La, Manila, in cooperation with Bacchus International, Inc., present the wines of Consorzio Grandi Vini at HEAT's Super Brunch on May 29, 2016. Wagyu, lobster, foie gras to oysters paired with fine wine...now that's a Super Brunch. At HEAT. Take a virtual tour of what you can expect at HEAT's Grandi Vini Super Brunch...

Pairing Up at Yabu

 Rosu with salmon. Or oysters. Or prawns. Pair up your next meal at Yabu with the new Katsu Pairs...


Yabu introduces its new Katsu Pairs where you can enjoy your favorites in one dish. Choose your Katsu Pair for a winning meal...at Yabu.

Draft Gastropub Brews Up New Dishes

Time for a cold beer, and Draft Gastropub serves up new dishes to pair with your favorite brew...


Draft Gastropub's Executive Chef Carlo Miguel cooks up his quarterly specials including new entrees and an indulgent dessert, all pairing perfectly with their selection of premium European draft beers and fresh brews. Read on for a peek at what's new at Draft Gastropub...

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Celebrating the Flavors of May Festivals at Corniche's Culinaria Filipina


The vibrant local and regional flavors of May's colorful festivals come alive at Corniche...

Starting May 19 to 29, 2016, Diamond Hotel's Corniche showcases the festive local flavors of May, dubbed as Culinaria Filipina, with a sumptuous lunch and dinner buffet prepared by noted guest chefs Myrna Segismundo and Jill Sandique.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Sweet Summer Memories...at Casa Italia.


Summer may be over, but the lingering heat remains. You need to cool down. And here's a hot new way to chill...at Casa Italia. 

Drawing inspiration from the classic ice cream treat from countless childhood summers from way back, Casa Italia recreates the classic sorbetes or "dirty ice cream" in a local pan de sal with their new Gelatonini. Relive sweet childhood summer memories...at Casa Italia.

Monday, May 23, 2016

Have Your Cake and More at Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe

Sweet and savory, all in one place...


Located along Tomas Morato, Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe is the spot to satisfy any sweet craving, including what's said to be the "moistest" chocolate cake this side of the metro. But there's more to Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe than just cakes...

Saturday, May 21, 2016

Cava, Tapas and Paella at Barcino Wine Resto Bar

People often say a certain dish can take you far away or even back in time. A few glasses of Spanish wine and authentic tapas can take you to Spain in no time...


...without even leaving your table at Barcino Wine Resto Bar. It's been close to a month since the recently concluded Madrid Fusion Manila 2016 (more on Madrid Fusion Manila 2016 here on my previous posts on the classic Spanish Pork and Jamon Serrano and Sights and Flavors at Madrid Fusion Manila 2016), but a few glasses of wine and tapas can bring you back with festive Spanish flavors...

Friday, May 20, 2016

Let It Be Great: The Grand British Festival at Makati Shangri-La, Manila.

The British are coming...


Experience and celebrate the very best of Britain in a week-long affair, "Let It Be Great," at the Makati Shangri-La, Manila from May 23 to 27, 2016. A Grand British Buffet at Circles Event Cafe, Grand High Tea at the Lobby Lounge, an elegant wine dinner by a Michelin-starred chef, a sensory Whisky Experience, British Pub Nights at Sage Bar, and a concert by the Manila Symphony Orchestra inspired by the greatest hits of The Beatles are just some of the events lined up for the week-long festival. It's a welcome British invasion, all happening at Makati Shangri-La, Manila...

Thursday, May 19, 2016

Authentic Korean Flavors at Solaire Resort & Casino's Kiwa Korean Grill Dining

After a day at the gaming tables, you can always count on a sure bet for authentic Korean cuisine at Solaire Resort & Casino...


Kiwa Korean Grill Dining offers authentic Korean cuisine right in the middle of the action at Solaire Resort & Casino, made with the freshest and finest ingredients for rich and bold flavors. Authenticity and excellent service, it's a winning combination...at Kiwa Korean Grill Dining.

Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Learning to Drink French Fluently and Other Insightful Wine Stories...at Wine Story.

Each bottle of wine has a unique story, and each sip takes you there...


At Wine Story, inspiring tales are uncorked with each bottle, spinning its own tapestry of unique stories with every sip. Since 2010, Wine Story has been at the very center of the emerging appreciation for fine wine, with an extensive selection of French wines from the finest vineyards in Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Champagne.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Go West: A Food Tour of Malabon's General Luna Street

East Capitol Drive in Kapitolyo, Maginhawa Street in Quezon City, and Aguirre Street in BF Homes, Paranaque, all known culinary hubs with some of the best restaurants in the metro. Now, you can add one more destination to your list...


Head west of the metro and discover local, homegrown flavors along Malabon's General Luna Street, and experience the blossoming food scene concentrated along the strip. General Luna Street is just one of the many culinary destinations featured in Best of the West, highlighting some of the metro's secret and unexpected food finds, shopping bargains, cool hang-outs and more (for more on Best of the West, check out their FB Page here at https://www.facebook.com/BestoftheWestPH/). Read on for a taste of the metro's western side...

Monday, May 16, 2016

Experience the K-Town Vibe at Soban K-Town Grill

Tradition and evolution conspire in creating one of the unique and emerging subcultures in the culinary scene, with Korean communities, or K-Towns, in LA, New York and Hong Kong leading the way with their own take on modern Korean cuisine infused with global flavors. Now you can experience the exciting flavors of K-Town, at Soban K-Town Grill...


Soban K-Town Grill brings the K-Town experience to the metro, redefining the Korean dining experience with their inventive fusion of traditional Korean and global flavors. Ready for some K-Tacos and Korritos, or Korean Burritos, and traditional Korean-style table-top grilling, all in one place? Head on over for a taste of K-Town...at Soban K-Town Grill.

Friday, May 13, 2016

A Weekend Fiesta at Marco Polo Ortigas, Manila's Cucina

A fiesta of vibrant flavors, every weekend...at Marco Polo Ortigas, Manila's Weekend Fiesta at Cucina.


Weekends take on a festive vibe at Cucina, Marco Polo Ortigas, Manila's all-day dining restaurant, offering some of the best buffet spreads this side of the metro. A wide array of both local and international dishes prepared by Executive Chef Lluis Pesarrodona and his team caps your week on a high note with a memorable dining experience with friends and family. Read on and take a peek at some of Cucina's Weekend Fiesta's must-try dishes...

Thursday, May 12, 2016

Crunchtime: Crunchtastic by Manang's Chicken

Looking for a hearty and comforting meal with a crunch? You got it...


...with the new Crunchtastic Fried Chicken by Manang's Chicken. It's everything you love about Manang's Chicken, with that extra crunch. 

Friday, May 6, 2016

Let's. One Word For Fun, Family, and Pizza at Shakey's.

Craving for something familiar, at a place that feels so much like home, with a menu you know by heart. You know there's only one place...Let's. 


Shakey's launches their latest campaign, "Let's"-one word signalling a call-to-action for loyal diners and Guests to keep going back to their favorite fun, family, pizza restaurant. Just one word to express precisely what you mean, and all you need to say is "Let's" when you want to return to Shakey's.

Thursday, May 5, 2016

Taking Flight: Grey Goose Gastronomique at Black Bird

Grey Goose at Blackbird...taking flight with Grey Goose Gastronomique.


With its elegant floral aroma capped by a subtle citrus note, a velvety smooth and rounded finish punctuated by a whisper of sweetness, Grey Goose has become one of the world's most sought-after spirits. And when the world's best is masterfully crafted with a hint of cognac created by maitre de chai Francoise Thibault, one discovers a unique and new expression, establishing a new standard in luxury spirits. Take an elegant peek at the new Grey Goose VX paired with elegant and curated dishes, it's Grey Goose Gastronomique at Blackbird...

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Fresh Start: Tenya's New Cherry Blossom Tendon

Cherry blossoms and fresh starts, Tenya celebrates the coming of spring with its newest seasonal tendon offering, the new Cherry Blossom Tendon.


Following the success of their previous seasonal Winter Tendon Bowl (more on my earlier post on Tenya's first seasonal Snow Crab Tendon), Tenya introduces its second seasonal variant, the Cherry Blossom Tendon Bowl, with the freshest seafood and vegetables for yet another winning tendon creation.

Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Meet Chef Ken of Marco Polo's Award-Winning Lung Hin...

Traditional Cantonese cuisine updated with a modern spin. Let Lung Hin's Chef Ken take you on a flavorful culinary journey with his refreshing modern take on Cantonese cuisine....


Marco Polo Ortigas Manila's Cantonese restaurant, Lung Hin, introduces its new Chinese Executive Chef, Leung Chi Kwan, or simply Chef Ken, infusing his own culinary style combining authentic and traditional flavors updated with modern techniques. It's Cantonese cuisine taken to a whole new level...

Monday, May 2, 2016

Four Cool Ways to Beat the Heat at Rita's Italian Ice

The occasional afternoon rain fails to make a dent in the scorching summer heat. But there's one sure-fire way to beat the heat. Make that four cool ways...at Rita's Italian Ice.


Rita's Italian Ice introduces four new refreshing creations to cool down this summer, each one guaranteed to bring a smile, and that signature happy vibe. Find happiness at Rita's, and discover four cool ways to beat the summer heat.

Sunday, May 1, 2016

Wine Nights and Oyster Hours with AIX Rose at Via Mare



Fresh oysters and a refreshingly crisp Provence rose...and you can have as much as you want. At Via Mare Oyster Bar...

Via Mare Oyster Bar, in cooperation with AIX Rose and The Straits Wine Company, recently hosted the AIX Summer Tour 2016 Oyster and Wine Buffet, highlighting the classic wine and seafood pairing.