Friday, April 30, 2021

Al Fresco at Brotzeit For A Tipple and Take-Out

The sweeping changes due to the pandemic continues to transform our daily routine, including dining out. Brotzeit adapts to the new normal with al fresco dining, pick-up, take-out and food delivery for the new normal...


The country's leading German Beer Bar and Restaurant, Brotzeit, evolves with the times to tap emerging new consumer habits in the new normal so you can still enjoy all your Bavarian favorites with safety and peace of mind. Go al fresco dining or opt for pick-up, take-out and food delivery with safety and confidence at Brotzeit. And when that craving for a sumptuous platter of Ripperl or Honey Bavarian Ribs hits, you can rest easy as you can enjoy it one of three ways with outdoor dining, pick-up or food delivery. 

Thursday, April 29, 2021

Get Back to Business with The Peninsula Manila, Makati's Only Essential Business Worker's Hotel

Safety and peace of mind now rank high in a long list of priorities in running and managing a business. The sweeping changes due to the pandemic continues to transform and reshape businesses around the world as The Peninsula Manila adapts to the new normal. But when you take a closer look beyond the new health and safety protocols, this is what The Peninsula Manila has always been doing with their enduring brand of service for over forty-five years...

All photos provided by The Peninsula Manila

The Peninsula Manila faces the new normal head on by providing safety and peace of mind amidst these challenging times for essential business workers with its innovative Get Back to Business offerings. A recipient of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp from the Department of Tourism and the only accredited staycation hotel in the CBD, The Peninsula Manila promises both safety and peace of mind so you can get back to business in this new normal. 

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Sumptuous Meals at Home Made Easy with Ya Chou Foods

Noodles, dim sum, Taiwanese sausages and mantho are just some of the familiar Taiwanese dishes we love, but enjoying these comforting flavors at home may be a bit difficult with the on-going quarantine restrictions. From sourcing the fresh ingredients to long hours in the kitchen, there has to be an easier way. And yes, there is...


Emerging new consumer habits continue to define the quarantine experience where dining at home, the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage become the norm rather than exception, But going through your long list of usual food delivery options can lead to flavor fatigue and burn-out. 

Why not prepare authentic Taiwanese dishes at home instead? Ya Chou Foods makes it easy with their extensive range of fresh frozen product offerings including noodles and dim sum that you can take straight out of the freezer to your pot, pan or steamer and to your plate in minutes. Authentic flavors without the fuss, that's what you get from Ya Chou Foods (for more on the authentic Taiwanese offerings of Ya Chou Foods, see my previous posts, Dining in the Next Normal: Rich and Authentic Flavors, Packed Frozen and Straight to the Pan by Ya Chou Foods on their popular bestsellers and Steamed or Fried? Mantho, Betso-Betso, Cheng Pao and More by Ya Chou Foods on my first experience with Ya Chou Foods).

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Spice Up Your Dishes at Home with the Savory Condiments by Nobu Head Chef Michael de Jesus of City of Dreams Manila

Just how can you punch up the flavors of your home-cooked dishes without the fuss? Easy. Simply open one these jars...


Nobu Head Chef Michael de Jesus of City of Dreams Manila shares his flavorful and savory condiments to spice up your meals at home with the Green Papaya JalapeƱo Atchara, Amazu Pickled Chilies and Chili Garlic with New Style Oil for refreshing and vibrant notes. Pairing well with a variety of dishes, these handy jars are your secret ingredients and tasty sides for that perfect home-cooked meal.

Monday, April 26, 2021

Japanese in a Box: Fire Up the Home Grill with Yakiniku Ikouze! by Chef Luis Chikiamco

Premium USDA Short Ribs and Wagyu Tender from Snake River Farms, that's some serious yakiniku for the home grill. And the best part, it's all conveniently packed in a box complete with special sauces. All you have to do is fire up the grill...


Chef Luis Chikiamco pursues his long-time passion project offering premium home D-I-Y Yakiniku kits with Yakiniku Ikouze!, one of the many new home-based food businesses that continue to emerge in this new normal. Dining at home and the popularity of D-I-Y Kits along with the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage are just some of the new consumer habits from the quarantine experience, and food businesses are adapting to the shifting trends. For Chef Luis, there's just no better time than now, despite the many challenges, to offer his own unique concept of the perfect yakiniku experience at home with Yakiniku Ikouze!

Saturday, April 24, 2021

Food News: Cool Deals Up for Grabs. All-In for Under P 250, Check Out These Sulit GrabFood Deals!

Food deliveries remain the best option in this new normal, even when you're on a budget. Let GrabFood show you how...

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As dining at home, the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage continue to define emerging consumer habits in the new normal, staying home doesn't mean busting your budget for hearty meals or snacks. GrabFood makes it easy on your wallet with the value-packed Sulit GrabFood Deals to satisfy any budget or craving. Like the refreshing offerings from Serenitea and their Buy One Get One deals. Chill at home with 2 servings of their specialty Brown Sugar Fresh Milk with Big Pearls for only P 158 or their Hokkaido Milk Tea for only P 125. And there's more...

Friday, April 23, 2021

Secret Eats with an Off-the-Menu Find in Makati's Poblacion at Crosta Pizzeria

 Learned a new word for pizza the other day. And that's Crosta...


Crosta Pizzeria in the vibrant Poblacion neighborhood of Makati remains one of the best kept secrets in the metro. Best known for their specialty Sourdough, Detroit and Sicilian style pizza, Crosta Pizzeria takes the ubiquitous pizza to a whole new level of savory deliciousness. Where else can you find a pizzeria that bakes their pizza creations in sturdy industrial blue steel pans originally used to carry auto parts? 

Thursday, April 22, 2021

Summer's Here with Take Me Out by Novotel Manila Flavors of Summer

Celebrate summer in the new normal with fresh and bold flavors. Bring the vibrant notes of summer to your table with the new and sumptuous offerings from Take Me Out by Novotel Manila Flavors of Summer for a healthier yet flavorful home dining experience.


Novotel Manila Araneta City brings hearty, bright and refreshing flavors to your home with more new dishes available for pick-up, take-out and delivery with Take Me Out by Novotel Manila Flavors of Summer. The expanded menu now includes veggie-friendly and plant-based options for a healthier yet flavorful home dining experience. Emerging consumer habits such as dining at home, the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage continue to transform the culinary landscape, and Novotel Manila Araneta City adapts to the new normal with its innovative offerings (for more on Take Me Out by Novotel Manila, see my previous post, Dining in the Next Normal: Enjoy #NoovotelManilaAtHome with Take Me Out by Novotel Manila). Who says dining at home can't be special? Read on for a tasty peek at the healthy summer-inspired selection of Take Me Out by Novotel Manila...

Monday, April 19, 2021

All-In with One Pot: An Easy and Sumptuous One Pot Dish with Duru Bulgur

Staying home and cooking for the family in this new normal presents its own unique set of challenges. The day's menu often depends on what's available, and with restrictions on mobility still enforced, heading out of home to buy essentials must be well-planned. And cooking the same dish all over again just won't cut it. Why not try something different?  


The quarantine experience due to the pandemic brought the home kitchen back to life in many households as it once again became the hub of family activities. Getting creative in the kitchen allowed many of us to reconnect and strengthen family bonds but when you're doing the same dish over and over again, that just dampens the home dining experience. It's time to serve something new and refreshingly different. And healthier too. With Duru Bulgur...

Sunday, April 18, 2021

The Lady Bakes Too. Fresh Baked Croissants and Pain au Chocolat Delivered to Your Doorstep by the Croissant Lady PH

Lightly crisp, buttery and flaky, a warm and fresh-baked croissant with a generous dab of butter paired with a soothing cup of coffee just transforms any breakfast or afternoon snack. Now you can enjoy a fresh batch of Buttery Croissants and Pain au Chocolate conveniently delivered to your home by the Croissant lady PH...


Another dear friend joins the growing ranks of home-based food businesses with flaky, buttery and indulgent Viennoiserie creations to make dining at home special. Croissant Lady PH shares classic all-time favorites like the Buttery Croissants and Pain Au Chocolat for delivery with just one quick call or message. Available in both frozen ready-to-bake and baked ready-to-eat options, Croissant Lady PH lets you enjoy your indulgent layered baked treats just the way you want it. 

Thursday, April 15, 2021

Stay Home and Have Brunch with Discovery Primea's Tapenade on the Go Delivered To Your Doorstep

Brunch at home in the new normal can be special with a sumptuous brunch on a bun with Discovery Primea's Tapenade on the Go...


Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco of Discovery Primea unveils his latest culinary creations for Restaurant Tapenade available for pick-up, take-out and delivery with Tapenade on the Go. The new menu includes a selection of mouthwatering burgers from their Burger Library and indulgent desserts to make dining at home in the MECQ special. Read on for a tasty peek at some of Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco's tasty offerings...

Friday, April 9, 2021

New Wings On The Block: OMO! Korean Wings by Chef Carlo Miguel

There's a new brand of crisp, juicy and savory Korean-inspired wings on the block to add to your long list of food delivery options...


Drawing inspiration from rich Korean flavors, Chef Carlo Miguel launches his newest culinary concept exclusively for delivery via GrabFood and FoodPanda with OMO! Korean Wings. From Korean style Wings to Boneless Chicken variants, creamy Dips, tasty Starters, sumptuous Rice Meals, indulgent Milkshakes, decadent Desserts and even So Nice Soju Green Grape and Grapefruit beverages, OMO! Korean Wings adds a cool K-Pop vibe to your home dining experience in this new normal. 

Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Get Ready for Amazing Values and Exciting Selections from GrabFood Signatures

The leading super app in Southeast Asia, Grab, leads the way once more with the launch of the newest brand from GrabFood offering value and variety to its loyal users with GrabFood Signatures...


GrabFood Signatures is the latest innovation from Grab featuring a wide selection of curated merchant partners offering exclusive deals for the app's users. The need to adapt and evolve with changing consumer habits is crucial to remain relevant in these challenging times, and GrabFood Signatures faces the new normal head on with its innovative new concept seamlessly weaving value and variety for an engaging user experience. All it takes are a few quick taps on your mobile device to explore the wide range of tasty options and special discounts from GrabFood Signatures that you won't find on any other delivery platform. Like P 100 OFF for a minimum order of P 550 from participating restaurants under GrabFood Signatures and starting April 7 to 11, as much as 30% Discount on select meals from participating merchant partners. Grab your phone and start scrolling...

Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Stay Home. Stay Safe. Your Favorite Dishes From Honolulu HK Cafe Are On The Way...

Since 1940, Honolulu HK Cafe has been a witness to history's turbulent past including a world war and the current global pandemic. As we endure another week of quarantine in the NCR Plus Bubble, staying home remains the only option to safely slow down the spread of new infections. And just like the early years of Honolulu HK Cafe, the kitchens remain open to serve you comforting fare to get you through the challenging days ahead.


Dining at home, the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage are just some of the emerging consumer habits in this new normal. Honolulu HK Cafe adds savory roasts to its menu along with its long-time specialty bestsellers available for pick-up, take-out and delivery via FoodPanda, GrabFood and LalaFood (for more on Honolulu HK Cafe's new roasts, see my post, Now Roasting...at Honolulu HK Cafe, The Oldest and The Original Hong Kong Tea House). Here's a quick run-through of must-try dishes from Honolulu HK Cafe conveniently delivered to your doorstep...

Sunday, April 4, 2021

Cooking at Home Made Simple with the Easy Cook Pancit Malabon and Kare-Kare Sauce by Simple Dining

Everyone and anyone who loves Pancit Malabon or Kare-Kare knows it's a tedious dish to recreate at home. But when we all have so much time on our hands staying home in this new normal, long hours in the kitchen doesn't sound so bad. But Simple Dining now offers a more convenient solution that takes long hours of kitchen prep out of the equation so you can spend more time enjoying your home-cooked dishes...


Simple Dining by Chef Hazel Moreno-De Jesus lets you recreate authentic local dishes like Pancit Malabon and Kare-Kare at home without the fuss with their specialty Easy-Cook Pancit Malabon and Kare-Kare Sauce, conveniently packed in pouches. Fast and easy yet full of flavor, cooking at home becomes so much easier with Simple Dining.