Cool Deal Pick: Free Coffee With Every Sandwich At Deli by Chele Robinsons Magnolia

Known for their New York deli style sandwiches, Deli by Chele has always been high up on top of any fave go-to sandwich list. Chef-driven using only the finest ingredients built around their artisanal sourdough bread baked fresh in-house, Deli by Chele takes their winning sandwich game up a notch with one cool deal you can't pass up...

Exclusive to the Robinsons Magnolia store, Deli by Chele introduces an offer to complete your deli sandwich experience. How does free coffee with every whole sandwich sound? That's right, now you can enjoy a freshly brewed Americano with your favorite New York deli style sandwich. It's time to visit Deli by Chele in Robinsons Magnolia for another encounter with your favorite sandwich. And your Free Americano...

Inspired by Italy, Crafted by Chele: Meet The Cheesecake Mafia, The Parmesan Cheesecake And Nutella Tarta de Queso From Burnt Basque Cheesecake By Chele

The local cheesecake wars continue to tease and delight the palate with innovative and inventive renditions showcasing infinite possibilities. For Chef Chele and Teri Gonzalez, the continuous creative process allows the unrestrained exploration of flavors and textures as they push the envelope once more with the introduction of their latest decadent duo of Burnt Basque Cheesecake creations inspired by Italian flair...

Burnt Basque Cheesecake by Chele unveils two exquisite cheesecake expressions dubbed "The Cheesecake Mafia: Inspired by Italy, Crafted by Chele" with the Parmesan Cheesecake and the Nutella Tarta de Queso reflecting traditional Italian notes inspired by Parmesan and Nutella. Teri Gonzalez brings the comforting and indulgent sweetness of Nutella with each decadent slice while Chef Chele plays on the rich and creamy flavors with mildly salty savory hints with his blend of Parmesan, Grana Padano and a secret third cheese for two unique and contrasting options at Burnt Basque Cheesecake by Chele. Following the successful campaign from their recent collab (see my previous post Decadent Duo: Meet The Seasonal Christmas Cheesecake Offerings From The Auro Chocolate x Burnt Basque Cheesecake By Chele Collab from December last year), Burnt Basque Cheesecake by Chele maintains the tempo and momentum with a decadent duo for the next round of the local cheesecake wars. Read on for a virtual slice and bite of the Parmesan Cheesecake and the Nutella Tarta de Queso...

Ginza Japanese Restaurant x Kurobuta Tonkatsu Horiichi: From Tokyo To Manila, Acclaimed Michelin Bib Gourmand Chef Hironobu Horiuchi Brings His Signature Tonkatsu To Ginza Japanese Restaurant In Ortigas

A Japanese culinary master takes the stage to showcase his craft for a memorable tonkatsu feast. From Tokyo to Manila, noted Japanese Chef Hironobu Horiuchi of Tokyo's Michelin Bib Gourmand Kurobuta Tonkatsu Hiroiichi serves his award-winning signature Kurobuta Pork Tonkatsu at Ginza Japanese Restaurant in Ortigas...

For diners and lovers of Japanese food, a rare opportunity to savor and experience the exquisite classic and traditional staple elevated by a true master is something you just don't pass up. From June 18-21, 2026, Japanese Chef Hironobu Horiuchi of Tokyo's famed Michelin Bib Gourmand Kurobuta Tonkatsu Horiichi brings what may be the ultimate tonkatsu dining experience to Ginza Japanese Restaurant in the Ortigas commercial and business district. And just in time for Father's Day too. Read on for a taste of a culinary master's craft... 

One World Deli x Sinaya Seafood: Making Waves For Responsibly Sourced Philippine Seafood While Supporting Coastal Communities

The celebration of World Oceans Day last June 8 proves that the emerging concern for food provenance is no longer just a mere culinary trend. Knowing where your food comes from lies at the very heart of the culinary experience, unravelling a series on interconnective threads from the environment to local fisherfolk before reaching your plate. And what better way to celebrate the long overdue and often disregarded role of the oceans than with an epic and sustainable all-seafood boodle feast? 

One World Deli and Sinaya Seafood highlights their shared advocacy with the launch of Seafood Roots: Celebrating Oceans, Fisherfolk, and Filipino Culinary Heritage marking World Oceans Day with renewed commitment and purpose. In collaboration with CCA Manila, Slow Food Manila and Purple Yam Manila, One World Deli and Sinaya Seafood points the spotlight once more on responsibly sourced seafood, fair livelihoods and the diverse richness of our islands. The event also sealed Sinaya Seafood as a selected supplier of One World Deli guaranteeing the constant availability of fresh sustainable seafood and at the same time support local fisherfolk. It's a partnership bound by a shared mission, celebrated at each store of One World Deli's growing network of branches showcasing the archipelago's freshest and finest from Sinaya Seafood...

Paleta Filipino: Eight Chefs, One Spectacular Buffet Feast Of Local And Regional Cuisine At Corniche In Diamond Hotel

From the ubiquitous street food fare to tasty starters, savory mains and indulgent desserts, Diamond Hotel showcases comforting and diverse Filipino flavors in celebration of Philippine Independence Day. Step inside Corniche in Diamond Hotel and pick up a plate for a feast of local and regional cuisines...

From June 9 to 14, eight chefs unveil the diverse culinary richness of our gastronomic heritage at Corniche in Diamond Hotel serving regional specialties as well as modern renditions in celebration of Philippine Independence Day weekend. The weeklong culinary spectacle, dubbed Paleta Filipino features a wide array of masterfully prepared Filipino dishes by the award-winning culinary team of Diamond Hotel led by Chefs Jemelle Baarde, Michael Lozada, Jose Bensal, Rod Nuñez, John Suico, Peter Cagadas, Ernie Buesing and Christian Alumno alongside the always impressive buffet spread with its repertoire of international cuisine. Read on for a tasty peek of Paleta Filipino at Corniche...

Fragrance And Flavor: Award-Winning Local Perfumer Wren Atelier And Chef Michelle Adrillana Introduce The New Acid Rain Fragrance With The Invisible Palate Feast

That fleeting moment after the rain leads to the fragrant release of gentle mist rising from the damp concrete with hints of comforting tropical greens and the mildly acidic notes of tomato leaf and tamarind. And the nostalgic whiff of sinigang. It's these in-between and transitory moments that trigger and open up a sensory realm taking you to the distant past and far away place long hidden and stored away in memory. Wren Atelier and Chef Michelle Adrillana transform these memories into a feast of fragrance and flavor in one elegant and seamless weave with the launch of Acid Rain at Hilltop by Everyday Coffee Roasters...

In a series of creative collaborations dubbed The Visible Invisible art and scent exhibition, Wren Atelier explores the tightly knit relationship between the olfactory and visual arts. And now, a culinary component is added to the complex weave highlighting how scent and taste are equally deeply embedded for a memorable sensory experience. Chef Michelle Adrillana brings her unique style of conscious cuisine and wellbeing with her creative culinary expressions capturing the essence of Wren Atelier's newest scent celebrating our cultural identity, Acid Rain. Read on for a taste and whiff of The Invisible Palate...

From Salad To Sizzling, Retracing The Origins of Pampanga's Sisig And Its Place In The Filipino Culinary Experience At The Sisig Festival By The Philippine Heritage Kitchen And CCA Manila

Any conversation on Filipino cuisine promises hours of engaging and sometimes heated debates but it gets a whole lot more intense when a specific dish becomes the topic. Like the Capampangan Sisig, the ubiquitous and enduring regional staple that's now part of the Filipino culinary mainstream. With purists and traditionalists on one side and modern, creative and imaginative innovators on the other, the enduring Sisig remains a hot topic. And that's a good thing. Meaningful conversations and an appreciation of its origins reveal a more insightful perspective in the complex yet colorful weave of Filipino cuisine shaped and defined by history, trade and migration, the colonial experience and geography. Noted chef, cookbook author and columnist Reggie Aspiras along with food historian Ruston Banal decode the Capampangan Sisig and it's place on the Filipino table at the Sisig Festival From Salad To Sizzling at Brittany Hotel BGC...

The Philippine Heritage Kitchen led by acclaimed Chef Reggie Aspiras in collaboration with CCA Manila recently held its second culinary festival in its calendar last May 29, 2026 dubbed Sisig Festival From Salad to Sizzling with food historian Ruston Banal at Origine in Brittany Hotel BGC. The festival retraces the history of the popular Sisig through an impressive array of both traditional and contemporary renditions to fully capture the essence of the enduring dish. You think you know your Sisig? Then, read on...

Through The Years, At Discovery Primea's Tapenade...

For over a decade, the fresh and vibrant notes of the sun-kissed Mediterranean cuisine at Tapenade lit up the ever-changing dining scene in Makati. And it continues to shine bright as ever with its repertoire of Mediterranean inspired dishes. Since my very first visit back in 2015, Tapenade in Discovery Primea has always been top-of-mind for Mediterranean flavors. Eleven years later, it still is...

For establishments to reach its milestone eleventh year says a lot, and that's a big deal in the competitive food and beverage industry that's forever changing, adapting and evolving. Helmed by Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco since day one, Tapenade at Discovery Primea stayed true to its promise of serving the freshest flavors of the Mediterranean. A recent visit revealed new dishes for Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco's own picks for the month as well as enduring bestsellers from the menu. Read on to see what's on the table. At Tapenade in Discovery Primea...

The Sebastian's Ice Cream Summer: Homegrown Flavors Take The Spotlight In Sebastian's Ice Cream 2026 Summer Collection

When the sweltering heat of summer slows you down, just chill. The new 2026 Summer Collection by Sebastian's Ice Cream showcasing familiar and comforting local flavors is now available to lift you through summer in the most indulgent and decadent way yet. This is Sebastian's Ice Cream's summer...

Halo-Halo, latik, nata de coco, macapuno, chocolate, pineapple and calamansi, flavors and ingredients that have defined the local dessert culture for generations are reinvented for a nostalgic rediscovery of timeless indulgences. And who else can casually pull it off like Sebastian's Ice Cream with that creative style and flair that's been the local brand's signature from the very start. And this summer, Sebastian's Ice Cream honors the local culinary tradition with imaginative renditions in ice cream, sorbet and ice cream bar form with its 2026 Summer Collection. Read on for the full scoop...

Chef Robby Goco Unveils His Greek Inspired Tasting Menu At The PVT Members Lounge

Traditional Greek flavors with a playfully creative spin goes high up the Garden Deck forty floors above the Ortigas commercial and business district. It's the new Tasting Menu by renowned Chef Robby Goco at the ultra exclusive PVT Members Lounge...

A rare peek at one of the metro's most exclusive private clubs doesn't happen everyday. Ultra exclusive, social sanctuary and premium world-class dining destination in one elegant setting, PVT Members Lounge takes you to the very top of Ortigas surrounded by panoramic views of an ever changing skyline. And for a select few, the PVT Members Lounge takes dining with a view to a whole new level (for more on PVT Members Lounge, see my post A Private Omakase Feast By Chef Daniel Ken Miyamoto At Kappo In The Exclusive PVT Members Lounge from August last year). For a limited time, members can also savor the vibrant flavors of Greek cuisine with imaginative and modern renditions with the exquisite Tasting Menu by Chef Robby Goco...

The Next Chapter In A Family's Culinary Legacy Continues With New Dishes At Carmelo's Steakhouse

Since 1987, one name stands as the undisputed pioneer in the Certified Angus Beef steak dining experience. Today, Carmelo "Melo" Santiago's legacy continues with Carmelo's Steakhouse helmed by Chef Cristina Santiago. The upscale establishment maintains the same high standards and fine dining tradition honoring the founder's vision complemented by Chef Cristina Santiago's own unique and modern culinary style. Step inside Carmelo's Steakhouse and rediscover one man's legacy preserved and maintained for a fresh new chapter and a continuing story in the local dining scene...

Opened back in 2024, Carmelo's Steakhouse in The Proscenium Retail Row marked yet another milestone honoring Carmelo "Melo" Santiago's culinary legacy as a fitting tribute to the growing number of restaurants that bears his name. This tradition is now passed on to the founder's daughter, Chef Cristina Santiago following the same culinary journey with even more flavorful stories to share. A modern and contemporary approach to flavors grounded on tradition becomes the foundation for the Michelin Selected Carmelo's Steakhouse's own identity, presented in a variety of dishes from their catering operations as well as new offerings from their a la carte menu. Read on for a tasty peek...

#AllDayMornings And Comfort Food Served Every Day At Cafe Mabini In San Juan

It always happens. Each time you think of comfort food, familiar breakfast staples always pop up. Why? Maybe because it's the sense of nostalgia and even that emotional connection from countless memories of starting the day right with sumptuous flavors. As dayparts associated with mealtimes continue to blur driven by the popularity of all-day breakfasts, restaurateur Kelvin Yu and Chef Consultant Kalel Chan share their own inspired take on everyone's favorite meal of the day at Cafe Mabini. 

Popular all-day breakfast and brunch staples from elevated renditions of the ubiquitous "silog" meals to traditional in-between meryenda fare supplemented by an extensive selection of coffee-based beverages has a name in San Juan. And that's Cafe Mabini. Cafe Mabini offers all your mid-morning and mid-day cravings you'd expect from an all-day breakfast restaurant. And then some. But leave it to Kelvin Yu and Chef Consultant Kalel Chan to change up the usual breakfast game with some creative and even unexpected tweaks. From the same group behind Francesco's in San Juan, it's always all-day mornings any time of day at Cafe Mabini. Breakfast food for lunch or dinner? Count me in...

The Spice Route Up North Leads You To Vibrant Indian Flavors At Pepper Tree In Katipunan

Since it opened back in 2018, Chef Hiro Soneji has seen the Katipunan skyline evolve and transform with the continued development of high rise towers and various construction projects changing the landscape. Through the years, Chef Hiro Soneji perfected and refined his menu anchored on his culinary roots using authentic Indian spices and all-natural ingredients. Along the way, menu additions reflecting a creative Indian Filipino crossover earned his restaurant the top-of-mind spot among both residents and transients in the changing Katipunan neighborhood. The spice route to bold flavors in Katipunan always leads you to Pepper Tree...

They say food is a continuing story of memories transporting you back to another place and time the minute familiar notes hit the palate. Chef Hiro Soneji brings the flavors of home to Katipunan at Pepper Tree, where traditional staples like Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken and Shrimp Curry are served alongside Masala Pork Sisig, Tacos and Hummus. Curious? Then, read on...

Fresh, Bold And Progressive Modern Cuisine At Eraya In San Juan

Discretely and unobtrusively perched on an elegant white structure along San Juan's busy P. Guevarra Street is a culinary oasis where familiar Asian flavors are elegantly elevated with a modern contemporary spin. Step inside Eraya...

Inspired by the Sanskrit word for "beautiful, noble and pure at heart," Eraya translates this nuanced state with an imaginative repertoire of creative dishes threading bold Asian flavors in a seamless and purposeful weave complemented by their impressive selection of cocktails, spirits and coffee in an elegant setting. Read on for a tasty peek at Eraya...

Chef J. Gamboa Takes On New Role Championing Aussie Lamb In Local Cuisine As The Country's New Lambassador For Meat And Livestock Australia

The torch has been passed with a renewed purpose in the ongoing efforts to drive greater awareness and appreciation for Australian lamb in the Philippines through an innovative chef led advocacy and continuous consumer engagement with the appointment of the country's newest Lambassador. Meet the new Lambassador for Meat and Livestock Australia, Chef J. Gamboa...

The formal appointment was held at an intimate press lunch followed by a sneak preview of savory new dishes showcasing Australian lamb at Michelin Selected Cirkulo Restaurant in Makati. As the new Lambassador for Meat and Livestock Australia, acclaimed Chef J. Gamboa will play a pivotal role in leading key initiatives showcasing inspiring menu innovation, building and strengthening chef engagement and making lamb more accessible in the local market. And Chef J. Gamboa is up to the task, unveiling an exciting menu featuring the finest Australian lamb at Cirkulo Restaurant. Are you ready for a sumptuous Lambtastic feast? Then, read on...

Sundays Mean Sunday Roast. At L'Opera Ristorante Italiano...

Sundays are always special. At L'Opera Ristorante Italiano, Chef Paolo Nesi pulls all the stops for the lavish Sunday Roast. And with Mother's Day just a few days away, the Sunday Roast at L'Opera Ristorante Italiano is one tempting option you can't pass up...

Imagine a carving station loaded with Porchetta, Roast Beef, Roast Pork Belly, Roasted Leg of Lamb and Roast Chicken plus salads, tasty starters and sides. It's a rustic and savory feast in the Tuscan tradition orchestrated by Chef Paolo Nesi at L'Opera Ristorante Italiano. Book your table and pick up a plate...

Bump Up The Mid-Week Hump With Refreshing Rounds And Tasty Bites At Apartment 1B x Elias Taproom

You've made it through the hectic mid-week rush. And there's no better way to jumpstart the coming weekend with a few rounds of artisan craft beer and savory bites. Where? At Apartment 1B x Elias Taproom in BGC...

Exquisite craft beer paired with comforting cuisine, it's the pairing we all need after scaling the mid-week hump. It's time to celebrate all the small wins in a big way with your favorite local craft brew on tap and some savory nibbles at Apartment 1B x Elias Taproom...

In San Juan, Francesco's Is Still The Spot For Sumptuous Italian Flavors

The culinary scene in the quiet San Juan neighborhood is quietly emerging as one of the most popular dining destinations in the metro. One of the key drivers of this resurgence is Francesco's by consultant Chef Kalel Chan and owner Kelvin Yu. If you still haven't dined at this little spot of Italy in San Juan, now's the time with Mother's Day just around the corner...

Since my first visit two years ago, Francesco's full transition under consultant Chef Kalel Chan brings a renewed focus to Italian culinary tradition and innovation in a seamless weave with its impressive repertoire of classic Italian offerings. Step inside Francesco's and experience a taste of Italy in San Juan...

Creative And Innovative Cuisine Brings Familiar Flavors To A Whole New Level At Qui Pan Asian Brasserie

When a sudden craving for kare-kare takes you down a different path far from the usual route, you just know you're on the right track in expanding your palate to new flavorful experiences. Is it still authentic? Then again, maybe the better question is why be limited or constrained by rules of tradition?

The festive celebration of Filipino Food Month last April revealed the many intricate and colorful layers in the tapestry of local cuisine. Tradition and creative innovation continue to weave flavorful stories in our evolving culinary scene, offering new and even unexpected renditions. Rediscover Filipino and Asian flavors with a refreshed perspective and palate at Qui Pan Asian Brasserie...

Seal The Deal With The Ebisu Business Lunch At Sakagura

Sakagura at One Bonifacio High Street Mall takes your lunch dining experience up a notch with excellent value and flavor. It's time to fire up the Konro Grill for the Ebisu Business Lunch at Sakagura...

A sake bar and izakaya, Sakagura by The Nikkei Group transforms the usual lunch game with its elegant Ebisu Business Lunch sets. Available every Monday to Thursday from 12:00 nn to 5:00 pm for dine-in, the Ebisu Business Lunch is a solid set with a tasty starter, sumptuous main course, gohan, an indulgent dessert and refreshing beverage in one all-inclusive bundle. With three options to choose from, Sakagura elevates the lunch game with the Grilled Madai Set (P 980) featuring the prized Japanese Red Sea bream, the Tori Katsu Set (P 680) with tori katsu curry and the Kaisendon (P 850) with salmon trout and maguro on sushi rice. Where's lunch? Where else but Sakagura for the Ebisu Business Lunch...

One More Round: Apartment 1B x Elias Wicked Ales & Spirits Taproom At Arthaland Century Pacific Tower BGC Turns One

Craft beer on tap and comfort food, it's a formula that's worked for Apartment 1B x Elias Wicked Ales & Spirits Taproom now marking its milestone first year anniversary. Now that calls for a craft beer pairing flight...

Apartment 1B x Elias Wicked Ales & Spirits Taproom celebrates one year of comforting cuisine, refreshing libations and good vibes. The novelty of the pairing, good food by Apartment 1B and good craft beer by Elias Wicked Ales & Spirits is a winning formula that just works. Still young and evolving, the unique taproom concept at the center of BGC has steadily built its own loyal customer base in search of a spot they can call their own. The welcoming space is a refreshing break from the usual crowded bar scene, designed specifically for easy fuss-free evenings, casual meet-ups and unhurried conversations. Plus, fresh craft beer from Elias Wicked Ales & Spirits that's always on tap and the sumptuous cuisine fresh off the kitchen from Apartment 1B to complete the picture, the concept just works. And one year later, the food and the local craft beer remains the top draw at Apartment 1B x Elias Wicked Ales & Spirits Taproom...

The Filipino Story On A Plate: Acclaimed Chef Reggie Aspiras And CCA Manila Brings Traditional Local Flavors to BGC At The Launch of The Philippine Heritage Kitchen

Finally, a space for "living" Filipino food focusing on traditional ingredients, regional immersion and engaging culinary storytelling comes to BGC. A timely and relevant culinary initiative led by renowned Chef Reggie Aspiras and CCA Manila focused on documenting, preserving and sharing authentic Filipino regional cooking through workshops, shared tables and education, the Philippine Heritage Kitchen is both a space and movement to keep these cherished traditions alive. Step inside the Philippine Heritage Kitchen and experience the vibrant and colorful story of the Filipino experience shared with each dish...

In one afternoon, the nostalgic flavors from our collective memories takes the spotlight in a celebration of shared stories that shaped and defined our identity. Championed by Chef Reggie Aspiras in partnership with CCA Manila, the Philippine Heritage Kitchen is more than just food. It's "a story of community, culture and purpose" bridging the gap between historical practices and modern dining preserving traditional cooking methods and passing it on to the next generation. That afternoon at Origine in Brittany Hotel BGC, the Philippine Heritage Kitchen showcased the culinary heritage of the Ilocos Region with the Flavors of the North. Cooking demos, a bazaar featuring regional produce and a sumptuous buffet feast with an impressive spread of regional northern specialties capped the event. Read on for a tasty peek of the Philippine Heritage Kitchen...

The Midday Dining Experience, Refined With An Elegant French Connection: The Parisian Brunch At Bistrot Le Coucou

The elegantly muted stone grey tones are washed in bright natural light, in stark contrast to the usual amber warmth from the glow of its modern light fixtures at dinner revealing another facet to Bistrot Le Coucou's many faces. It's time for brunch at Bistrot Le Coucou with the new Parisian Brunch menu...

The allure of indulgent sweet notes and comforting savory bites in between breakfast and lunch remains as popular as ever. Admit it, "brunch" just has a much better ring to it than say, "lunch." And that short window in between meals offers unique renditions for tasty bites and a culinary style all its own. Luis Martinez takes on this popular mealtime tradition with that elegant French flair with the Parisian Brunch at Bistrot Le Coucou... 

Four Of A Kind: Four Restaurants In One Cool Spot At The Split In BGC

Providore, Friends & Family Upside Down, Saboten Express and Chotto Matte. Four innovative culinary brands in one convenient location. Step inside The Split in BGC...

Raintree Hospitality, one of the country's leading restaurant groups, unveils yet another innovative concept in its growing portfolio. Four brands for split cravings and a shared vibe with a totally new and unique personality, The Split in BGC presents interesting dining options all from one kitchen. Ready to step inside the four-in-one concept? Then, read on...

Grillin' At The April CCA Manila Monthly Mixer

Another proud CCA Manila alumnus comes home as Chef Jonvic Mangibin takes over the grills at the CCA Show Kitchen for the April Monthly Mixer series...

A monthly business and networking event, the CCA Monthly Mixer Series hosted by CCA Manila Director of Culinary Innovation Chef Philip John Golding serves to connect the hospitality, food, beverage, corporate and supplier sectors in a professional community setting. The massive CCA Show Kitchen becomes an ideal space for collaborations and partnerships showcasing culinary talent and products while positioning CCA Manila as a hub for industry connection and innovation. That evening, the spotlight focused on Chef Jonvic Mangibin from CCA Manila's long and illustrious roster of successful graduates. The founder of King Inasal, Chef Jonvic Mangibin shared his take on familiar local flavors anchored on his signature chicken inasal. Read on and see what's cookin' and grillin' at the April CCA Monthly Mixer...

Pearl Of Three Waters: Irish Gallagher Oysters And French Legris Oysters Face Off At The Philippine Oyster Shucking Competition At Newport World Resorts

It was a classic duel at sundown. Two of the world's coveted names in oysters face off at the Pearl of Three Waters: Philippine Oyster Shucking Competition at Newport World Resorts...

Irish Gallagher Oysters. And French Legris Oysters. Two of the world's finest brands come together in a celebration of pure and fresh flavors at the Pearl of Three Waters: Philippine Oyster Shucking Competition at Newport World Resorts. As in any competition, one stands victorious. But the real winner? Guests and diners of Manila Marriott can now enjoy the very best oysters from Ireland and France at Cru Steakhouse, now open for Sunday Lunch and Marriott Cafe in a lavish buffet dinner spread. Read on for front row seats in an epic duel...

Go Big With A Healthy And Sweet Blue Boost: Discover And Enjoy Boundless Blue Possibilities With USA Blueberries

As a snack or dessert, blueberries are always at the top of any list. And why not. All-natural blueberries are often considered as one of nature's superfoods scoring big on health, flavor and ease. But it's time to go beyond snacks and dessert and explore the full flavor potential of blueberries in your home or professional kitchen. Are you ready for a flavorful and boundless blue boost?  Discover and explore savory possibilities with USA Blueberries...

Blueberries go big as it expands its reach, presence and availability in the country through the establishment of relevant linkages and strengthening its network base with key stakeholders. This means you can now enjoy that blue boost in your professional or home kitchen with easier access to USA Blueberries. To cap the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service 2026 Agribusiness Trade Mission to the Philippines, the US Highbush Blueberry Council hosted a Meet and Eat dinner at The Split with a curated menu by Chef Kalel Chan showcasing the infinite culinary possibilities with USA Blueberries. Read on for a peek of the boundless blue boost of indulgent sweetness, rich flavor, vibrant color and value to your menus or family meals...

Green Mondays: Start Your Week Right With Fresh Farm-To-Table Plant-Based Dishes At Seasonal Tastes In The Westin Manila

You don't have to go far for real farm-to-table and plant-based cuisine. You'll find it right here in the metro. Just mark Mondays on your calendar and book your table at Seasonal Tastes in The Westin Manila in a special collaboration with The Farm at San Benito. Is there anything better than starting the week right with farm fresh and healthy flavors?

Now on its sixth edition, Green Mondays highlights the collaboration between the five-star wellness forward The Westin Manila and Marriott International's wellness sanctuary down south, The Farm at San Benito showcasing farm fresh produce transformed into exquisite dishes. Presented and served in tasting plates prepared a la minute at the One Dish Wonders Live Station in the impressive buffet spread of Seasonal Tastes at The Westin Manila, guests and diners can now enjoy and experience farm-to-table plant-based options to start the week with Green Mondays. Read on and pick up your plate, it's time for some farm-to-table goodness at The Westin Manila...

Take A Flavorful Dive Deep Down South And Experience Mindanaoan Cuisine At The Sinagtala Famsgiving Dinner Buffet In Marriott Cafe

The spotlight on Filipino cuisine continues to shine as Marriott Manila celebrates Filipino Food Month showcasing the rich and diverse flavors of Zamboanga, Basilan, Sulu and Tawi-Tawi for a unique buffet dining experience at Marriott Cafe. The regional buffet selection created by noted guest Chef Miguel "Miggy" Cabel Moreno of Palm Grill alongside the lavish international offerings combine for an impressive spread, and you can experience it every Wednesday and Thursday of April for dinner. Step inside Marriott Cafe and savor the heritage flavors of the deep south with the Sinagtala Famsgiving Dinner Buffet... 

In a collaboration of shared culinary advocacies, Marriott Manila and guest Chef Miguel "Miggy" Cabel Moreno weaves the unique flavors of the south with the extensive array of buffet offerings at Marriott Cafe with the Sinagtala Famsgiving Dinner Buffet. Available for dinner every Wednesday and Thursday for the whole month of April, experience the flavors of Southern Mindanao like Tiyula Itum, Belachan Manuk, Sambal Istah and Beef Kurmah as part of your tempting buffet options at Marriott Cafe. Ready to pick up your plate? Then read on...

By Word Of Mouth, Here's Something To Chew On: At The Book Launch Of Bukambibig (Word Of Mouth) By Ige Ramos

"Eat Filipino food, not for the history, because we're not sure what is authentic. Eat Filipino food, not for the culture, because we're not exotic enough. Eat Filipino food because everything you know about it is wrong." In a series of introspective and deeply personal essays with narrative recipes, Ige Ramos presents a  refreshed perspective on our culinary heritage backed by years of extensive research and personal experiences for some food for thought...

What is Filipino food? Better yet, when does it become Filipino? And is it still truly authentic in a world where nothing really is authentic anymore? Noted culinary author and historian Ige Ramos shares his thoughts on Filipino cuisine, identity and authenticity in his latest book, Bukambibig (Word of Mouth) by Anvil Publishing. More than just another recipe book, Bukambibig (Word of Mouth) is an exploration on the flavors that unite us yet in so many ways also divide us in a never ending discussion beyond the dinner table. Let Ige Ramos show you how everything you thought you knew about Filipino food is wrong with Bukambibig (Word of Mouth). 

Hearty And Savory Content Still Slays Your Algorithm Of Cravings At OnlyPans Taqueria

The distinctive red and white tiles under the brand's amusing and still witty pun remains just as relevant since the day it opened almost four years ago. Anchored on its signature beefy, cheesy and delectably messy birria tacos, OnlyPans Taqueria has gone beyond just being a mere novelty food trend in Poblacion's culinary scene. It's become a movement with deep ties to the eclectic community celebrated with their Mexican inspired repertoire of savory offerings. Step inside OnlyPans Taqueria, and find out why their culinary content of tacos and burritos still holds the top spot in your algorithm of cravings...

Born out of the pandemic, OnlyPans Taqueria has outlived the sushi bake craze from the long days of the quarantine experience integrating itself in the vibrant weave of flavors of the Makati neighborhood. A fire nearly ended the story, but resilience has always been part of the OnlyPans Taqueria  journey. Add some badass birria tacos to the playlist and you get a taste of the community-driven establishment that's still rockin' Poblacion. 

Straight From The Grapevine: Korean Chef Han Sang-Baek Shares His Baking Secrets For California Raisins

Sweet by nature, California Raisins are more than just a sweet add-on. It's a functional ingredient that dramatically transforms any baked creation with an elegant twist. And acclaimed Korean baker Chef Han Sang-Baek showed exactly how California Raisins can elevate any baked rendition fresh off the oven in one insightful day at the kitchens of Magsaysay Center for Hospitality and Culinary Arts in Mandaluyong (MIHCA). It's time to bring that cool sun-kissed California vibe to your kitchen...

Exciting things are happening in the Korean baking scene, driving innovation and unrestrained creativity in Asia's emerging pastry culture. Leading the charge is Korean baking master Chef Han Sang-Baek with his novel approach to baking blending both tradition and contemporary techniques honed through years in the industry. At the crest of the resurgent wave of baking innovation in Asia is California Raisins Asean through Dane International Commodities linking local bakery and food service professionals with world-class produce and products. Read on and let Chef Han Sang-Baek show you how California Raisins can add both flavor and value to your baked offerings...

Familiar And New Flavors At Azuthai

Eighteen years and counting capped by an impressive recognition by the Thailand Ministry of Commerce as the first local restaurant awarded with the coveted #ThaiSELECT seal of authenticity year after year, Azuthai's place in the local culinary scene remains an enduring testament to a continuing story with many more yet to come...

Since 2008, Azuthai has been one of the metro's go-to destinations for authentic Thai cuisine. And it still is. The secret formula? Keeping it simple and staying true to Thai culinary tradition executed with the highest standards. Consistently. It may sound almost too simple but after all is said and done, the best way to understand why Azuthai stays well ahead of the game for the past eighteen years is to let the dishes do all the talking. Let's eat...

Taste The Sweet Difference: From The Southern Tip Of Africa To Your Plate, South African Table Grapes Finally Arrives In Manila

Finally, some sweet news. And the best part part? They come in generous bunches and juicy clusters of pure sweetness. South Africa's famed table grapes are finally here in Manila... 

The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) proudly announced the much-awaited official launch of South African grapes in the Philippines marking yet another milestone as it expands its presence in the Asian market. Straight from one of the world's most celebrated fruit-growing regions, Filipino consumers can now experience The Sweet Difference with South Africa's high-quality and naturally grown grapes. Now you can add South African grapes to your shopping list, and enjoy one of the world's sweetest harvests...

Kissed By Fire And Smoke, It's The Japanese Street Food Experience Elevated With The New Yawaragi Grill Menu At Hotel Okura

Gently romanced by fire and smoke inspired by popular Japanese street food, Yawaragi at Hotel Okura serves a creative and elevated take with its new and exquisite Yawaragi Grill Menu...

Yawaragi at Hotel Okura becomes the stage once more for yet another culinary spectacle with its new Yawaragi Grill Menu by Executive Chef Jerrymie Tamayo. The traditional binchotan grills and volcanic stone are fired up at Yawaragi following a revered and centuries-old culinary technique with tempting renditions of kushiyaki and ishiyaki for a memorable dining experience. Plus ramen and donburi too. Hungry? Then, read on...

A Culinary Mixtape of Familiar All-Time Classics And An Exciting New Spring Menu Tops The Charts At Oriental Palace

When it comes to Chinese food, everyone has their go-to list of top picks like your favorite playlist of cool tunes. Then there are times when you just want to change things up with a mashup of classics along with a mix of new dishes just to keep things interesting. And that's exactly what it's like each time you dine at Oriental Palace in Quezon City. It's hit after hit with both familiar renditions and new flavors from the Spring Menu for your growing playlist of flavorful tracks.

Since 1978, the family-run establishment has been serving traditional Cantonese cuisine and specialty seafood dishes that keeps generations of loyal diners returning again and again. Like pulling out your fave playlist to set the mood, Oriental Palace always hits the right notes just like your feel good collection of tunes. And the new Spring Menu presents some great additions to your curated compilation of tasty tracks. Come on in and enjoy the feast...

Breaking Down The Classic Cheeseburger At The March CCA Monthly Mixer

What's your idea of the perfect cheeseburger? Chef Aaron Lau of Booya Bagels and EAPPOC Pizza breaks it down at the recent CCA Manila Monthly Mixer hosted by Chef Philip John Golding...

As with previous editions of the CCA Manila Monthly Business Mixers, new ideas were shared and highlighted in the spirit of collaboration among industry leaders and rising innovators in the F&B community. That evening, acclaimed bagel and Detroit-style pizza master Chef Aaron Lau responded to a question he's often asked. And his answer, presented in a Wagyu Cheeseburger, unveiled infinite possibilities for a novel concept. 

A Frozen Promise Fulfilled Inspired By Nostalgic Memories And Moments With Each Scoop And Pint By Marcelo's Microcreamery

"Ice cream for me, has always been a time machine. One scoop can take you back to a rainy Tuesday after school, a noisy Sunday fiesta, or the quiet warmth of your grandmother's kitchen. I didn't look at a recipe book. I looked back. These flavors are my core memories, churned into something new. I invite you to taste my childhood. Welcome to the journey." 

John Marcelo takes you on a nostalgic journey inspired by flavorful moments and memories from the past reimagined in an indulgent scoop of traditional and timeless comforting local notes with a new brand in an emerging and competitive premium artisanal ice cream market. Anchored on Filipino flavors, Marcelo's Microcreamery freezes both heritage and innovation in a decadently seamless blend for a unique ice cream experience setting it apart from the usual options on the supermarket's frozen section. More than just another ice cream brand, Marcelo's Microcreamery is a celebration of both heritage and national identity elegantly packed in a pint. Local is the new premium, transformed and celebrated in a bold new expression of pure indulgence. 

Doubled Up Burgers, Pizza, Happy Hour And Good Times At Big Belly Burgers

Happy Hour starts early at Big Belly Burgers. Starting at 12:00 nn to 6:00 pm and 9:30 pm till closing, it's never too early or too late to enjoy three cocktails for only P 595+. Then there's the burgers, pizza and other savory bites to keep the good times rolling...

Almost three years since it landed in Manila straight from Siargao, Big Belly Burgers continues to ride the wave anchored on the specialty char-grilled Wagyu burger creations by the Catalan duo of Chef Miguel "Mingu" Marcelino and Marc Alberich. Now with an expanded menu featuring their newest obsession in the form of pizza and many more dishes, Big Belly Burgers rides the next wave in its continuing journey and exploration of savory flavors. Plus, there's Happy Hour too in two shifts so you don't miss out...

Cravings Satisfied With The Wild West Steakhouse Plates At Longhorn Steakhouse

Satisfying big appetites doesn't mean busting your wallet. Not at Longhorn Steakhouse. A full set with starter, entrée and beverage, the Wild West Steakhouse Plates offers both flavor and value in one cool package you just can't pass up...

Known for their signature steaks done right, you can also enjoy a sumptuous meal at Longhorn Steakhouse changing the usual mathematics adding up to real value. Starting at only P 595+, a sumptuous lunch at Longhorn Steakhouse comes in a new equation for more bang for your buck. Now let's have lunch...

Sunday Flavors: Book Your Table For The Sunday Roast At L'Opera Ristorante Italiano

Porchetta, roasted pork belly, roast beef, roasted lamb leg and roast chicken. Plus salads, soup, cheese and charcuterie too. It's a savory and sumptuous all-roast feast with Italian flair for Sunday's best. Take a peek at the Sunday Roast in L'Opera Ristorante Italiano, and come hungry...

Since 1994, L'Opera Ristorante Italiano helmed by Italian Chef Paolo Nessi delighted our palates with his comforting and rustic take on traditional Tuscan cuisine using the finest Italian ingredients masterfully executed with each dish. And on Sundays, Chef Paolo Nessi draws inspiration from fond childhood memories of family gatherings celebrated with a savory medley of sumptuous roast meats recreated once a week for one of the restaurant's popular attractions. Grab a plate. A big plate. It's time for the Sunday Roast at L'Opera Ristorante Italiano...

Forty-Four Years And Counting, Bangus Restaurant Continues To Satisfy Your Cravings For Comforting Local Flavors

Food trends in the age of social media come and go, but honest and real flavors endure. Since 1982, Bangus Restaurant has been the go-to spot for comforting family and homestyle Filipino cuisine anchored on its wide array of creative renditions with the local bangus or milkfish. As the local culinary scene continues to evolve, one always comes home to Bangus Restaurant... 

Do you remember your first time at Bangus Restaurant? Dining at Bangus Restaurant is like a homecoming, and it's been that way for over 44 years. And the secret? The enduring longevity is driven by real flavors with freshly sourced produce and ingredients transformed into dishes you keep coming back to again and again. With new dishes alongside its all-time bestsellers, it's time to revisit and come home to Bangus Restaurant...

Savor The In-Between Moment At Malagihay Cocktail Club

Buzzed but still sober, sweet yet not fully ripe, the calm before the tempestuous storm. It's that elusive middle ground where everything seems perfect even for just a moment, that chill sweet spot of delicate balance in between transitions. Mood, moment and memory. Speakeasy, neighborhood watering hole or your personal secret bar, call it what you want. Welcome to Malagihay Cocktail Club...

They say the coolest spots can be found in the most unexpected places. Here's one more not so secret find to add to your growing list. From the same group led by Chef Mikel Zaguirre behind Binondo Boys (see more on my previous post That Cool Chinatown Vibe With Sumptuous Dim Sum, Noods, Rice Toppings And An Inventive Secret Menu By The Binondo Boys from two months ago) and Mabuhay Craft Cafe (more on my earlier post Mabuhay Craft Coffee, Now Brewin' Coolness 24/7 Along A. Mabini In San Juan from a few days back) comes another neighborhood spot in San Juan. The intricate narrative of mood, moment and memory resonates in a gradual and measured pace at Malagihay Cocktail Club experienced on the flight of stairs leading to the hidden bar, the comforting yet intriguing warmth of the space, the unique handcrafted cocktails and savory offerings from the menu in a continuous link of celebrating the in-between. 

Mabuhay Craft Coffee, Now Brewin' Coolness 24/7 Along A. Mabini In San Juan

The San Juan neighborhood gets a cool caffeine fix from Chef Kel Zaguirre and his team. Creative, contemporary and proudly local, come in for a soothing cup of coffee and hearty bites fresh off the oven at Mabuhay Craft Coffee...

After the successful opening of Binondo Boys in Quezon City (see more on my post That Cool Chinatown Vibe With Sumptuous Dim Sum, Noods, Rice Toppings And An Inventive Secret Menu By The Binondo Boys from early January this year), Chef Kel Zaguirre is back with yet another innovative cool 24/7 concept with Mabuhay Craft Coffee in San Juan. This time, Chef Kel Zaguirre takes a deeper dive into the local coffee culture injecting his team's creative and even playfully inventive and quirky style adding a unique element to your coffee experience. The enjoyment of coffee is intensely personal, and Chef Kel Zaguirre knows this as Mabuhay Craft Coffee is poised to be your neighborhood go-to spot for exquisite local coffee, tasty fresh-baked bites and even cocktails. So pick your seat and enjoy a moment of cool at one of the metro's true chef-driven coffee destinations...

Simplifying The Lunch Situation With The Nikkei Tori Super Lunch At Nikkei

A savory main course with a tasty appetizer, soup, rice, a refreshing drink plus dessert for a satisfying set meal takes the fuss out of the usual lunch dilemma of what to order. Simplify your lunch situation. With the Nikkei Tori Super Lunch at Nikkei...

Nikkei brings both bold savory flavors and exceptional value to its repertoire of sumptuous offerings with the Nikkei Tori Super Lunch. Starting at only P 595+, the new Nikkei Tori Super Lunch comes with a beverage, a bowl of miso soup, choice of maki or nigiri for your starter, two options for your main course plus dessert with even more choices for add-ons for a satisfying and customized lunch. Where's lunch today? At Nikkei in The Podium...

Farm-To-Table Goodness Down South At Farmer's Table Tagaytay

Any mention of the farm-to-table concept always leads to one dining destination down south where it just seems right. Blessed by an abundance of local produce, Tagaytay remains high up on any list for comforting flavors using local, sustainable ingredients. And Farmer's Table is one of those restaurants where you can enjoy and experience the freshest ingredients transformed into exquisite dishes by Chef Kalel Chan...

Raintree Hospitality and Chef Kalel Chan adds their creative and inventive take on the farm-to-table dining experience to Tagaytay's evolving restaurant scene with Farmer's Table with its extensive menu of Filipino and Western cuisine with a local spin. Like who else can pull off dishes like Burrata & Gourmet Tuyo Pesto Cream Linguine and the Kalderetang Osso Bucco? But having the freshest and finest local produce is one thing, executing and interpreting these ingredients into elegant and flavorful renditions is another. Let Chef Kalel Chan show you how it all comes together at Farmer's Table...

Boldly Flavored By Fire And Smoke, At Burnt Bean In The Podium

Almost two years since it formally opened, Burnt Bean continues to fire up the vibrant dining scene at The Podium anchored on a deceptively simple yet complex concept: to build flavor by fire and smoke. And it's definitely still smokin' hot... 

From its wood-fired grills and ovens, Burnt Bean brings rich savory flavors to smoky perfection with food gently kissed and touched by fire. From their signature steaks and delicately grilled seafood and charred vegetables, Burnt Bean flexes its mastery of the grill with their extensive menu (for more on Burnt Bean, see my previous post Holy Smokes, Burnt Bean Fires Up The Culinary Scene At The Podium from 2024). Fire up your appetite, it's time for lunch at Burnt Bean...

Culinary Traditions And Fond Memories Of Home, Plated And Served By Luis Martinez At La Taperia Martinez In BGC

Small plates of savory nibbles associated with Spanish tapas paired with an extensive wine selection and soothing cocktails are the main draw at the hottest new dining destination in Bonifacio Global City. But this isn't your usual tapas bar. Fresh from the kitchen, the traditional small plates are upgraded and beefed up for a sumptuous meal in itself. The newest concept by Luis Martinez and the Nikkei Restaurant Group, each not so small plate becomes a full and hearty meal to be celebrated with wine and cocktails for that perfect Spanish afternoon or early sundown feast extending late into the evening. Experience Spain's vibrant and enduring tapas culture with heftier renditions of small plates at La Taperia Martinez...

Each tasty bite releases comfortingly familiar notes, faithfully recreated from fond childhood memories by Luis Martinez with each course at La Taperia Martinez. Food is memory, intricately brought to life and served on a plate transporting you back to a different place and time. Anchored on tradition, the menu at La Taperia Martinez mirrors the flavors of home for Luis Martinez which include dishes his grandmother used to prepare. Step inside for a satisfying meal, and maybe stay awhile for some refreshing libations and experience the flavors from the home of Luis Martinez at La Taperia Martinez in Bonifacio Global City. 

Day One, Four Restaurants: The I Love Aussie Lamb Experience Takes Over Tagaytay For A Month-Long Festival

From rustic Greek and Mediterranean notes to tasty Mexican bites, comforting Filipino and vibrant Thai flavors to elegant Italian and Moroccan renditions, just how many ways can you enjoy premium Aussie Lamb? Four chefs show you the different ways to enjoy Aussie Lamb with their creative executions. It's Day 1 of the month-long I Love Aussie Lamb fest in twelve of Tagaytay's finest chef-driven restaurants...

Meat and Livestock Australia and Aussie Beef & Lamb PH brings world-class and premium Aussie Lamb to Tagaytay for a month-long dining experience in twelve leading chef-led restaurants with the I Love Aussie Lamb campaign starting February 16 to March 15, 2026. Following the success of the previous campaign in Manila's top restaurants, the I Love Aussie Lamb program finally comes to the southern dining destination (for more on the previous Manila run, see my earlier post All Aboard The Aussie Lamb Caravan By Meat And Livestock Australia For A Savory And Flavorful Ride At Participating Restaurants from late last year). Ready for another flavorful and savory ride, this time down south in Tagaytay? Then, read on...

Strawberries Kissed By The Winter Sun: The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Celebrates The Prized Japanese Winter Strawberry Harvest With Its Jewels of Japan Campaign

The rarest of fruit harvests, Japan's famed winter strawberries is a much-anticipated and eagerly awaited event in Japan. And the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) brings the season's freshest picks to Manila...

The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) shares the rare winter strawberry harvest with a series of immersive experiences and limited edition culinary creations for an exclusive taste with Jewels of Japan: Strawberries Kissed by the Winter Sun in Mitsukoshi Mall and other selected venues for February. Read on and enjoy your winter harvest of the sweetest strawberries...