Thursday, June 30, 2016

Sweet Indulgence: Cinnabon's New Dulce de Leche Minibon

Soft, sweet fresh baked dough topped with the classic cream cheese frosting with the fragrant aroma of cinnamon...perfect. But it gets even better with a sweet filling of dulce de leche...


Cinnabon brings back their sweet Dulce de Leche Minibon for a limited time only, and you'll definitely want to get your hands on these sweet buns...

Wednesday, June 29, 2016

A Perfect Day for Ramen: Ippudo's New Hakata-Style Nikusoba Ramen

Grey clouds and afternoon rains mark summer's end. But no worries. It's the perfect day for ramen...


Ippudo introduces their newest ramen creation, the Hakata-style Nikusoba, perfect for rainy days. Or any day...

#LocoForChococro: St. Marc Cafe's New Banana Walnut Chococro

The familiar crunchy sweetness of Chococro gets a new flavorful spin... 


St. Marc Cafe adds another exciting variant to their signature Chococro line, the new Banana Walnut Chococro, for a new flavor experience. It's time to go Loco for Chococro once again, with St. Marc Cafe's new Banana Walnut Chococro...

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

It's Back...Charlie's Grind & Grill's Snap Dawgs.

You asked for it. And you got it...


Charlie's Grind & Grill's signature Snap Dawgs are back...and better.

A Carwash and a Burger....at Charlie's Grind & Grill.

A carwash. A burger. And it still works...


Nothing like getting two things done in one place. And there's just no better place to get a carwash and a burger than at Charlie's Grind & Grill...

Monday, June 27, 2016

Impressed: Beef and Wine Nights at Impressions.

Wine and cheese? Make that Wine and Beef...at Impressions.


Impressions offers diners a whole new and refreshing take on wine pairing with its Beef and Wine Nights, elevating the wine pairing experience with a savory and beefy spin.

Sunday, June 26, 2016

Fresh Catch: The Seafood Sunday Brunch at Spectrum

After Spectrum's successful Sunday Brunch at the Ranch, time for the freshest catch of the day... 


...with the Seafood Sunday Brunch at Spectrum. Have your fill with an impressive and bountiful ocean harvest for another memorable dining experience at Spectrum, with their new Seafood Sunday Brunch.

Thursday, June 23, 2016

Masflex: Celebrating 25 Years of Innovation for the Love of Cooking

Back then, you had two choices. Purchase expensive global brands which majority couldn't afford, or go for the lower-quality, locally-made kitchenware recycled from scrap materials. Choices then were limited, until Masflex changed the game... 


Since 1989, Masflex has firmly established itself in the houseware, cookware, and kitchenware segments built on continuous innovation and the single-minded love for cooking. The very name Masflex provides a clue behind its mission, finding real and relevant market solutions. Masflex combines the words "mass market" and "flexibility," and for 25 years, Masflex continues to serve the mass market with affordable and quality products driven by product innovation. 

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Meet Me at The Lounge. At New World Manila Bay Hotel.

Relax, sit back, and indulge in comforting dishes...


...just leave it to the courteous staff at New World Manila Bay Hotel's The Lounge to serve you with a smile. The Lounge is ideal for informal gatherings and casual business meetings, and the perfect spot for a leisurely snack or light meal. With its menu of comforting dishes, The Lounge at New World Hotel Manila Bay is more than just a meeting place...

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Lunch at a Secluded Beach...at Boracay's Baling Hai.

Yes, you can still find a secluded beach without the usual crowds for lunch. In Boracay...


The freshest seafood served at your very own private beach, a tranquil and serene spot all to yourself. At Baling Hai Beach Resort...

Finding Clarity...at Mama's Fish House Along Diniwid Beach.

There's just something about walking the famed white sand beach of Diniwid. A sense of clarity takes over, bringing back all the reasons why you loved Boracay so many years ago before the crowds...


...and the seemingly endless stretch of Diniwid's fine white sand beach leads you to Mama's Fish House, with their inspired international cuisine. A sumptuous lunch and a glass of JD on the rocks capped with an impressive view, that's hard to beat. But it's just another typical day along Diniwid Beach.

Recharged at Boracay's Mandala Spa & Resort Villas

Reward yourself with some well-deserved pampering with Asia's most awarded spa treatment...


Mandala Spa & Resort Villas, the only destination spa resort on Boracay, offers perhaps the best spa experience to complete your Boracay getaway. The focus on holistic wellness with its rejuvenating therapies and eco-conscious elegance sets it apart from the usual, being the very first Eco-Spa in the Asia-Pacific.

Monday, June 20, 2016

The Other Side of Boracay Meets Pedro...at Rieseling Boracay Beach Resort.

Endless summers, a hint of procrastination, all elementary...at the other side of Boracay. 


Pedro Brewcrafters recently introduced their signature line of craft brews, Endless Summer Wheat Ale, Procrastination Pale Ale, and Elementary English Ale (more on Pedro Craft Brews on my previous post, Meet Pedro) at Rieseling Boracay Beach Resort, adding to the already festive island vibe this side of Boracay.

One More Shot of the Deep Blue Sea...at the Boracay SunCruiser.

Free-flowing drinks, good food, cool sounds, and good vibes...welcome aboard the Boracay SunCruiser.


The Boracay SunCruiser is a 65-footer outrigger fiberglass boat that can easily accommodate up to eighty party-goers in comfort. Plus, the Boracay Suncruiser Super Slide, the first and only one in Boracay, is one wild ride not to be missed...

The Other Side of Boracay...at Rieseling Boracay Beach Resort.

It was the Boracay I remembered from my very first visit years before the island became the country's top destination. It's the other side of Boracay, a calm and tranquil enclave far from the crowds, with its famed white sand beaches all to yourself. 


And your journey to the other side of Boracay begins at Rieseling Boracay Beach Resort...

Sunday, June 19, 2016

Reloaded: HEAT's Super Brunch

Wagyu. Lobsters. Foie Gras. Even liquid nitrogen ice cream. It's HEAT's Super Brunch...reloaded.


Indulge in HEAT's impressive buffet spread, and the kids get to enjoy complimentary access to the lagoon-shaped pool or the indoor kiddie corner inside the restaurant for a fun-filled Sunday Super Brunch. Double the fun for the entire family, reloaded, at HEAT.

Friday, June 17, 2016

Cantonese Treasures at The Cafe

Hyatt City of Dreams Manila and Hyatt Regency Dongguan come together in a flavorful collaboration with authentic Cantonese cuisine with its Cantonese Food Festival...


Starting June 14 to June 19, 2016, The Cafe at Hyatt City of Dreams offers diners a taste of the rich culinary heritage of China's Guangdong region with Cantonese Treasures, prepared by visiting Cantonese chefs from Hyatt Regency Dongguan (more on The Cafe and their upcoming food festivals on my previous post, Eastern Culinary Journeys at The Cafe).

Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Classic All-Filipino Flavors with F1 Hotel Manila's Luzviminda 4 Heirloom Recipes Festival

The much awaited gastronomic event is back...


Now on its fourth year, F1 Hotel Manila launched its latest edition of their annual culinary event, Luzviminda 4 Heirloom Recipes, offering a wide variety of classic local dishes from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Rediscover familiar and comforting regional flavors prepared by this year's guest chefs...

Tuesday, June 14, 2016

The Art of Ojiya at COCA

The traditional hot pot doesn't end when the last ingredient is scooped up. In fact, your hot pot is given new life with the art of Ojiya...at COCA.


Inspired by Khao Tom, a Thai breakfast staple of porridge infused with a variety of fresh ingredients, COCA brings back this hearty dish with the art of Ojiya, a combination of rice slowly cooked in a rich hot pot broth with sesame oil, egg, spring onions, and fried garlic. The remaining hot pot broth is concentrated and infused with all the rich flavors of the various fresh ingredients, and you can transform it to an entirely new dish to end your hot pot experience...

Monday, June 13, 2016

Flavorful Celebrations at Novotel Manila Araneta Center

Independence Day. Father's Day. And the UEFA EuroCup 2016. Get ready for flavorful celebrations at Novotel Manila Araneta Center...


Novotel Manila Araneta Center gears up for flavorful celebrations with a series of exciting culinary feasts...

Bright Starts: Breakfast at Green Pastures

It's all about going back to basics and making things from scratch. At Green Pastures, it's all about healthier, heartier, and happier ways to start off your day...


Green Pastures now serves breakfast to help you start the day right. Fresh, organic ingredients and powerbowls, homemade jams, marmalade, and even peanut butter, it's all about doing it right, and starting right. At Green Pastures...

Sunday, June 12, 2016

Milestones and Classic Flavors: The Fiesta Filipino with Chef Myrna Segismundo at The Peninsula Manila

 The Lobby of The Peninsula Manila, the grand and elegant gateway to the iconic hotel, remains at the heart of a historic milestone, with a celebration of festive local flavors...


The Peninsula Manila celebrates its 40th Anniversary with a special tribute to Philippine cuisine with special dishes created by noted Filipino Chef Myrna Segismundo in a festival dubbed Fiesta Filipino from June 9 to June 19, 2016 at The Lobby.  A passionate advocate of Filipino gastronomy, Chef Myrna Segismundo shares twelve commemorative dishes reflecting the country's vibrant culinary heritage. And there's just no better place to savor and celebrate classic local flavors than at The Peninsula Manila's famed lobby...

Saturday, June 4, 2016

All Hands on Deck at The Tasting Room's 4-Hands Dinner

When two Michelin-starred chefs come together for one special dinner at The Tasting Room, it's all hands on deck...


The Tasting Room's Chef de Cuisine William Mahi collaborates with Chef Daniel Negreira, founder and CEO of Marina by DN named the best Spanish restaurant in China, for an exclusive and memorable dinner as part of The Tasting Room's on-going 4-Hands Dinner series. During the exclusive two-day dinner event last May 20 and 21, 2016, chefs William Mahi and Daniel Negreira draw inspiration from classic Spanish flavors reinterpreted with a creative and modern spin.

Macaron Monday at Mrs. Graham's Macaron Cafe

Macarons with a Toasted Marshmallow Milkshake. Or the New York Cheesecake Milkshake. The Breakfast Milkshake. The Oreo Cheesecake Milkshake. Or the Skyflakes Milkshake...it's your call.


Located right beside Mr. Graham's Sandwich Shop (more on Mr. Graham's Sandwich Shop on my previous post here) along Scout Rallos in Quezon City, Mrs. Graham's Macaron Cafe adds an indulgent line of uniquely flavored Milkshakes to pair with their signature macarons. Plus a cool offer with Macaron Mondays to satisfy your sweet cravings...

Friday, June 3, 2016

Sandwich Sabado at Mr. Graham's Sandwich Shop

Innovative sandwiches, cool chips, and refreshing sodas...it's all here at Mr. Graham's Sandwich Shop.


The guys behind Mr. Graham's Sandwich Shop have been busy, introducing their latest version upgrade of their popular chips along with a new soda and a cool promotion too. Saturdays just got better...at Mr. Graham's Sandwich Shop.

Thursday, June 2, 2016

Drink Better and Live Better with Booch Natural Sparkling Tea

Local. Fresh. Raw. Handcrafted. And oh so delicious...and healthy too.


Booch Manila shares its line of all-natural, handcrafted brews, Booch Natural Sparkling Tea, in a variety of flavors to help you get back on track. Kombucha tea has been enjoyed in Asia and Eastern Europe for over 2,000 years for its flavor and health benefits. Now you too can be part of the #BoochRevolooch, with Booch Natural Sparkling Teas...

Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Chili's New Glazed Shrimp Steak on a Cloudy Day

Sometimes all you need is a good steak to make the day right. A steak with vibrant Southwestern flavors to perk up a cloudy day. And Chili's may just have the right steak for you...


The new Glazed Shrimp Steak from Chili's infuses the bold flavors of the Southwest, just what you need to chase the rainy day blues away...

Join The Movement: #LoveScotch

It's a global movement, distilled for centuries from humble beginnings in the famed terrain of Scotland, unleashed with a tipple...


Diageo leads the global movement of Scotch Whisky appreciation as it joins the worldwide Scotch celebration, #LoveScotch, with a series of events around the world and in the metro. There is probably no other spirit in the world that can offer the rich range of flavors and textures, made the same way for over hundreds of years, as the "water of life." It's a celebration that continues long after World Whisky Day last May 21, 2016, sparking a renewed love affair with Scotch Whisky and igniting the same level of passion among a new generation of whisky drinkers. Love Scotch? Read on...

Loading Up on Vitamin C with Smart C+ Dalandan Burst

Summer gives way to the rainy season, time to stock up on Vitamin C...


...with the new and refreshing Smart C+ Dalandan Burst Juice Drink, a sweet and tangy beverage with the unique notes of local oranges loaded with Vitamin C. If you're feeling the blues with the drastic change in weather, simply snap open a bottle of Smart C+ Dalandan Burst and you're good, rain or shine.