Friday, September 29, 2023

Smashin' It: Bored & Hungry Opens in Public Eatery at Robinsons Magnolia

 America's Best Burger for 2022 finally arrives in the 'hood...


The NFT and tech-driven Bored & Hungry, voted America's Best Burger in 2022, smashes the grills with its newest branch at Public Eatery in Robinsons Magnolia. And it's a good time for the Triple OG Burger and Pinoy OG Burger, don't you think?

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Grill and Chill: Say Cheese and Sundae, At Sebastian's Ice Cream...

 Sebastian's Ice Cream goes grillin' and chillin' with their exciting new offerings at The Podium Mall...


Sebastian's Ice Cream unveils their latest Grilled Cheese Sandwich offerings and specialty Ice Cream creation with the new Cheddar Crusted Grilled Cheese and chocolate-dipped Sundae Cones to add to your savory and indulgent options. A quick bite and a cone all in one place, here's the inside scoop on Sebastian's Ice Cream's newest temptations...

Sunday, September 24, 2023

Timeless and Enduring Flavors at Ilustrado Restaurant in Intramuros

Culinary trends come and go, the opening of new restaurant concepts are now part of the daily routine and the search for unique dining experience continues. As the local restaurant scene adapts and evolves with shifting consumer palates, that old adage where change is the only constant comes to mind. Yet there a few names and establishments that remain deeply ingrained in our memory that have withstood the test of time.   


And one of those timeless institutions is Ilustrado Restaurant, serving its specialty offerings of Spanish, Filipino and global cuisines since 1989. Located in the historic Walled City of Intramuros, time stops after just a few steps on the cobblestoned streets of the centuries-old colonial district. As you walk deeper inside the interior behind its massive stone walls, you also go back further in time taking you to comfortingly familiar and nostalgic flavors you've known and loved. Welcome back. To Ilustrado Restaurant...

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Inspired Flavors by Lasa Supper Club and Infinite Possibilities to Start Your Culinary Journey at CCA Manila's New Home in BGC

An intimate and elegant one-time pop-up showcasing the lavish cuisine by CCA Manila alumnus Chef Joaquin Rivilla Carsi Cruz of Lasa Supper Club presents infinite possibilities for the impressive grand kitchen. And the start of your own culinary journey at CCA Manila's new BGC campus... 


The country's top culinary school brings world class education to the premiere business and lifestyle district at the new home of CCA Manila in Bonifacio Global City. The new location marks yet another milestone in the pioneering institution's continuing and evolving story as the gateway to countless culinary dreams of aspiring chefs and future F&B professionals. The new campus boasts of a well-appointed Grand Kitchen Laboratory, the largest of its kind in the country as well as a modern Kitchen Studio ideal for product demonstrations, private dinners and industry events. That day, a pop-up by Lasa Supper Club helmed by young chef and CCA Manila alumnus Joaquin Rivilla Carsi Cruz revealed flavorful possibilities for creative collaborations at the new campus. Read on for a tasty peek...

Thursday, September 14, 2023

New Location, All-Time Faves and New Dishes: Olive Garden Opens at The Verve in BGC

Who can resist the unlimited never-ending fresh-baked bread sticks, the hearty and comforting soups and salads along with their signature pasta, pizza and savory main courses and indulgent desserts? Now you can have your fill of classic Italian-American dishes and more at their newest location. Your fave Olive Garden opens at The Verve in Bonifacio Global City...


Following the successful openings at Mall of Asia last year and Glorietta 3 early this year, Olive Garden sustains the momentum with the inauguration of its third location at The Verve in Bonifacio Global City. On a roll, it's time for some of that never-ending bread sticks, soups, salads, pasta, pizza, savory entrĂ©es, cocktails and desserts at Olive Garden...

Sunday, September 10, 2023

Lift Off To A World of Flavors at Lan Hot Pot

A new hot pot dining destination raises the bar, elevating your hot pot experience with its sleek and modern take on a traditional and popular staple. Prepare to launch into a brave new world of flavors at Lan Hot Pot. And just like that Kubrick film, time to "open the pod bay doors, Hal..." to venture far off to an elevated hot pot dining experience.


There's a new kid on the hot pot block, and it's all set to launch you off to a different world of fresh, bold and sumptuous flavors. The cool space age-themed interiors already sets it apart from the usual hot pot establishment and that's just the proverbial tip of the iceberg. Step inside Lan Hot Pot and experience hot pot in a whole new setting that's literally out of this world...

Saturday, September 9, 2023

Rainy Afternoons and an Off-the Menu Tasting Menu at UnFrench Bistro

Grey overcast skies, just like the day before didn't dampen my much awaited return to UnFrench Bistro for a satisfying meal with their Apple Walnut Salad and 8-Hour Roast Beef with Pommery Smash. But Chef Michelle Adrillana was in an inventive mood in the kitchen, transforming familiar Japanese flavors into new plated executions the UnFrench way. It rarely is just another rainy day at UnFrench Bistro...


Expect the unexpected, that's been the norm ever since Chef Michelle Adrillana opened UnFrench Bistro in the Greenhills neighborhood. Untraditional and unconventional, the very name of the restaurant clearly defines the concept, mood and tone at UnFrench Bistro. That rainy day, an off-the-menu Tasting Menu inspired by the distinct flavors of Japanese cuisine was one of many tasty highlights that brightened the cloudy afternoon.

Thursday, September 7, 2023

A Southeast Asian Steak Affair: Chefs Sharwin Tee and Gerwin Bailon Collaborate for East Meets Grill at 22 Prime in Discovery Suites Manila

Inspired Southeast Asian flavors and that nostalgic steakhouse vibe combine in an elegantly seamless weave for two nights only for a unique and memorable dining experience at one of the best steakhouses in the metro. It's East Meets Grill at 22 Prime in Discovery Suites Manila... 


A creative culinary collaboration brings the comfortingly familiar and distinctive notes of Southeast Asian flavors with that classic steakhouse flair in a lavish 7-course menu at 22 Prime at Discovery Suites Manila. Dubbed East Meets Grill, noted culinary expert, columnist and author Sharwin Tee and Executive Chef Gerwin Bailon team up for a two-night dinner event on September 15 and 16 highlighting inventive flavors with masterful execution. Ready for East Meets Grill? The read on for a sneak preview...

Monday, September 4, 2023

Farm to Table: CCA Manila Brings the CCA Brunch Club to the BGC Community Farm by Urban Farmers PH

A hearty brunch inspired by the fresh harvest of vegetables set in a lush garden becomes the stage for another memorable day at the farm...


In yet another unique culinary collaboration, CCA Manila serves up a farm to table inspired brunch at the BGC Community Farm by Urban Farmers PH showcasing shared advocacies linking communities closer together. The sumptuous brunch illustrated how an immersive hands-on experience at the urban farm can help enrich school curriculums providing yet another layer in the development and growth of future culinary professionals. And for the students of CCA Manila, a day at the farm becomes the perfect opportunity to discover and appreciate the farm to table experience.

Saturday, September 2, 2023

The Good Harvest: Urban Farmers PH Celebrates Milestone Third Anniversary

What began as a simple yet ambitious dream of having a working ansustainable farm on unused lanin every city now reaps the bountiful harvest of all its hard work and sparking an emerging movement. 


Food security, maximizing unused land, uniting communities particularly local farmers, create jobs for displaced workers, finding creative solutions for food and material waste and establishing a mindset that gives forward, each concern became even more relevant and all too real during the long days of the pandemic. Three years down the road, Urban Farmers PH celebrates a milestone moment staying true to its vision and mission. 

Friday, September 1, 2023

The Show Kitchens are Fired Up Once More at The Café of Hyatt Regency Manila in City of Dreams Manila

After a long hiatus due to the pandemic, the popular interactive show kitchens of The Café in Hyatt Regency Manila are back for its sumptuous buffet spread for one of the metro's highly anticipated re-openings. Prepare to feast, at The Café...


The elegant 345-seater space of The CafĂ© in Hyatt Regency Manila at City of Dreams of Manila with its multiple live stations and show kitchens opens its doors once more marking the return of its lavish breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet spreads. With its extensive and lavish curated local and international cuisine, The CafĂ© is back with even more tempting offerings including savory dishes prepared a la minute by different station chefs highlighting its culinary theater-themed dining experience. Each station presents a culinary destination, regional produce or culture letting you venture on a flavorful journey all in one place. Ready to check in at The CafĂ©? Step inside and see what you've missed...