Sunday, August 16, 2026

Firing Up The Famed Japanese A5 Ohmi Wagyu Beef At The Yakiniku Dining Room of Tsukiji

The finest ingredients flown in from Japan and nothing less, that's what diners have come to expect from Tsukiji. For over 37 years, Tsukiji remains at the top of its game when it comes to exquisite Japanese cuisine in the metro recognized as the first local restaurant to directly buy, import and serve fresh seafood sourced directly from Tsukiji and Toyosu Fish Market three times a week. And now you can enjoy the famed A5 Ohmi Wagyu Beef from Japan's Shiga Prefecture. Ready to fire up the tabletop grill?


The key to Tsukiji's success is an open secret. The uncompromising commitment to quality and authenticity with the finest ingredients flown in from Japan has long been the core philosophy defining Tsukiji since 1989. Named after Tokyo's world famous market, quality and freshness remains at the heart of the family-run restaurant's identity with thrice-weekly deliveries flown in straight from Japan for its extensive menu offerings. With two dining areas, a Sushi Bar and Yakiniku Dining Room plus private rooms for intimate gatherings and an al fresco option, the enduring Japanese dining destination takes you on a culinary journey with its masterful array of culinary expressions by Chef Takashi Harima. And Tsukiji is ready to tease your palate once more with its impressive A5 Ohmi Wagyu Beef menu for Sukiyaki, Shabu-Shabu or Yakiniku at the tabletop grill. Fire up the tabletop grill as Japan's oldest and revered Wagyu brand takes the stage at one of the metro's pioneering and enduring Japanese restaurants. 

Friday, August 14, 2026

Let's Talk Tacos. At Antro Kitchen & Tap...

Cravings never run on a fixed schedule. It never does. It just hits you when you least expect it. And if its tacos that's high up on your list, there's a quick fix and a satisfying solution. Why wait another day when you can head on down to Antro Kitchen & Tap at Greenhills Mall?


Antro Kitchen & Tap brings its solid taco game to Greenhills Mall with its savory beef, pork, chicken and seafood renditions on the classic Mexican staple. A part of The Morning After restaurant group known for its comforting cuisine, Antro Kitchen & Tap brings the vibrant and festive Mexican and Latin American flavors expressed in the distinctive and comforting style of the restaurant group's flagship brand anchored on real, honest, casual and sumptuous culinary offerings (for more on the The Morning After, see my earlier post Satisfy Your Cravings With Comforting Cuisine And Breakfast All-Day At The Morning After from last month). Now it's time to satisfy your taco cravings. Let's talk tacos at Antro Kitchen & Tap...

Sunday, August 9, 2026

Nostalgic Flavors And Cool Deals with the P 385 All Yours All Day Menu Options At Italiannis

The comforting notes from the fresh and vibrant tartness of tomatoes, soft yet firm spaghetti noodles and the savory juicy meatballs with bold beefy notes never fails to warm the palate with its rustic and honest yet hearty simplicity. The uniquely Italian-American one-dish meal of spaghetti and meatballs always hits the spot. And there's one place that continues to serve it the same way since 1996...


Italiannis and its repertoire of all-time Italian-American classics remains one of the premier brands from The Bistro Group. In a constantly changing local dining scene, Italiannis has endured increasingly fickle palates and a new generation shaped by passing trends and social media with its signature dishes that continue to be popular through the years. Like the Spaghetti and Meatballs. And the fourth edition of the P 385 All Yours All Day menu featuring sumptuous meals with unbeatable value. It's time to revisit Italiannis...

Friday, August 7, 2026

European Organic Day 2026: Moving Forward With Organic Agriculture Through Meaningful Partnerships

From farming and civil society organizations, sustainability and environmental advocates and small and medium scale food businesses to the government, academe and private sectors, development partners and food chain experts, a diverse and multi-sectoral coalition united with a shared cause advancing organic farming as a viable and timely alternative in a modern real world setting takes the stage. It's a cause that's been around for decades, yet its impact and value has never been as relevant as it is today. From its pioneering beginnings, the movement has grown and now embedded in the cultural mainstream through awareness and education. That day, partnerships and alliances were strengthened with a renewed spirit to further drive meaningful change...


No longer a mere trend, sustainable and organic farming is a conscious and deliberate lifestyle choice that benefits not only the environment but goes much deeper into our daily personal routine being an integral part of a healthier and nourishing mindset. Through the European Union-supported European Organic: Nurturing Every Juan campaign, a gathering of key players and advocates led by Naturland brings the spotlight to organic farming at Conrad Manila for European Organic Day 2026 with the theme From Pioneer to Mainstream: Creating Organic Pathways and Partnerships for the Philippines. Take your seat and be part of a growing movement that's more relevant and meaningful than ever in these changing times...

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

A SPAM-Tacular Collab: Time To Sizzle, Pork And MMM At The SPAM Take-Over In Public Eatery of Robinsons Magnolia

"Spiced Ham" or "shoulder of pork and ham" and "special army meat," the story behind the iconic brand has many theories debated and argued for over 89 years. But one fact remains clear, everyone knows and recognizes its name long associated with hearty meals. It's time to sizzle, pork and mmm...


...as the beloved SPAM brand takes over Public Eatery in Robinsons Magnolia. Starting August 1, 2026, the renowned brand takes centerstage at the upscale and curated food hall north of the metro with a tempting array of savory renditions from eight participating food stalls with seventeen SPAM inspired dishes for a limited time run. From noodles to tacos and more, enjoy SPAM in fresh and innovative ways in a novel and unique collaboration at Public Eatery

Saturday, August 1, 2026

The Arita Wagyu Experience With Arita Wagyu: An Okura Collaboration At Yawaragi in Hotel Okura Manila

From the pristine Miyazaki Prefecture on the southeastern coast of Kyushu, the famed Arita Wagyu formally announces its arrival to the elegant local fine dining scene with a luxurious feast at Yawaragi in Hotel Okura Manila. Masterfully executed, here's a rare peek at one of the world's finest beef lavishly executed by renowned Grand Chef of Japanese Fine Dining of Okura Hotels & Resorts, Chef Tadashi Sawauchi...


In celebration of the 70th Philippine-Japan Friendship Month, Hotel Okura Manila in collaboration with Arita Farm and Okura Hotels & Resorts hosted a series of memorable dinners showcasing world class Japanese produce and ingredients including the coveted Arita Wagyu by Okura Hotels & Resorts Grand Chef of Japanese Fine Dining Tadashi Sawauchi at Yawaragi in Hotel Okura Manila. The sumptuous 7-Course feast paired with exquisite sake highlighted the legendary savory richness of the acclaimed Japanese Arita Wagyu in a variety of creative and imaginative renditions for a proper celebration of the 70th Philippine-Japan Friendship Month.