How far would you go for the food you love? Three memorable days in Tagaytay proved that no distance is far enough to deter you from the food you love, not even the constant rains and fog could dampen your craving. More than nourishment, the food that sustains us also binds us together shaping and defining our culture and identity. In a celebration of creativity and community, the Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 edition reminds us once more how food reconnects us with the land, produce and local culture from the simplest staple to intricate expressions.
Monday, July 28, 2025
Tagaytay Food Festival 2025 Day 1: Celebrating The Food That Binds with Tradition and Creativity
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Bringing Love From Japan: JETRO Hosts the Nukumori Valentine's Fair at Mitsukoshi BGC
The rich culture, colors and flavors of Japan are celebrated in a unique one-of-a-kind fair at the heart of Bonifacio Global City...
Friday, June 24, 2022
The Spirit of Escoffier, Tasty New Finds and Reconnecting with Old Friends at #MAFBEX2022
A world of good taste from the very best culinary professionals and the enduring spirit of Escoffier shone bright once more in the much anticipated annual food and beverage exposition...
Saturday, December 19, 2020
Dining in the Next Normal: Spotted at the Ultimate Taste Test 2020 Master's Edition in Gallery MiraNila by The Blue Leaf
For over twelve years, the Ultimate Taste Test has become the launch pad for many successful home-based food businesses and entrepreneurs including the now famous Pepita's Kitchen by the Lechon Diva, Carmen's Best Ice Cream and Risa Chocolates. For the 2020 Ultimate Taste Test Master's Edition, the tradition continues in this new normal showcasing twenty-two food entrepreneurs that began their home-based food businesses during the quarantine...
Sunday, September 15, 2019
Tasty Finds at The Gourmand Market by Nawwty's Kitchen Preview
UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, The Gourmand Market by Nawwty's Kitchen has been rescheduled to October 4 to 6, 2019. Please be advised.
Friday, August 9, 2019
My Personal Picks at the The Peninsula Manila's MaArte oPEN House Preview
Wednesday, January 30, 2019
Let's Feast! Starting The Year Right With The Return Of The Gourmand Market
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Sunday Afternoon at The Gourmand Market
Sunday, October 1, 2017
#NTF32: Showcasing The Best of Negros at the 32nd Negros Trade Fair
Tuesday, July 19, 2016
An Outdoor Affair: Eat Well, Live Well at The Gourmand Market Preview
The much awaited return of The Gourmand Market by nawwTy's Kitchen to Bonifacio High Street on July 22 to 24, 2016, was kicked-off by a special preview showcasing the metro's best gourmet finds. This year's edition, co-presented by Globe Platinum, along with Nestea and McCormick, showcases a wide range of artisanal product selections. Take a tasty sneak peek at The Gourmand Market by nawwTy's Kitchen...
Saturday, April 23, 2016
Sights and Flavors at Madrid Fusion Manila 2016
After a successful pre-launch Tapas Night (see my earlier post on The Best of Spain at Green Sun), the much awaited culinary event of the year, Madrid Fusion Manila 2016, had finally, and officially, started. Jamon, wine, and more jamon and wine. And it just can't get any better than that (see my previous post on Interporc and Pork Love at Madrid Fusion Manila).
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
A Rhapsody of Flavors: The Gourmand Market Preview
Globe Platinum presents the fifth edition and this year's premier run of The Gourmand Market this March 4 to 6, 2016, bringing together some of the metro's best artisan and gourmet products in one place. It's time once more to eat well, live well, at the The Gourmand Market. Read on for a tasty peek at this year's latest edition of The Gourmand Market...
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Homegrown Flavors Bloom at the Mandala Park Weekend Market
The Mandala Park transforms into an oasis of fresh and inventive flavors showcasing a curated listing of merchants with their locally sourced and crafted produce. It's the Mandala Park Weekend Market, read on and take a virtual tour of the metro's best homegrown products...
Sunday, November 1, 2015
A Tasty and Flavorful Preview of The Gourmand Market
The Gourmand Market is a long-running event spearheaded by Trish Panlilio of nawwTy's Kitchen and Dara David-Roa of Collab Contessa Brand Events set for November 13-15, 2015 at Bonifacio High Street, just in time for the holiday season. Here's a sneak preview of what you can expect at The Gourmand Market's latest edition...
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Sneak Peek: Best Food Forward Turns Five
Best Food Forward marks its fifth year milestone with this year's edition set for October 10-11, 2015, at the Rockwell Tent in Makati City. And just like the previous editions, you can always expect to find something new and innovative, and maybe, even the next big thing on the emerging local food scene...
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
From Page to Plate: Chef Sau del Rosario's 20 Years of Love + Cooking
Chef Sau del Rosario celebrates two flavorful decades of culinary excellence and adventures around the world with the launching of his book, 20 Years of Love + Cooking, last June 8, 2015 at Epicurious Manila. More than just a collection of recipes, with many cherished Capampangan family recipes from Chef Sau del Rosario's mother and mentor, the book chronicles the passion, struggle, and perseverance of Chef Sau's phenomenal rise as one of the country's culinary pillars. It is also a thanksgiving tribute to the people who were an integral part of Chef Sau's culinary journey, stories that add so much flavor to the recipes contained in the book.
Monday, August 4, 2014
Crocs, 'Roos, and Ostrich: Diamond Hotel's Flavors of the Land Down Under
Starting August 1 to 10, 2014, Diamond Hotel's Corniche showcases the best of Australian cuisine with Flavors from the Land Down Under, with a wide variety of dishes prepared by Aussie Chef Steve Shrimski. Including crocs, 'roos, and ostrich...
Monday, May 5, 2014
The Big Banquet at The Blue Leaf Events Pavilion
Anton Diaz of Our Awesome Planet, RJ Ledesma and The Blue Leaf Events Pavilion gathered Manila's best caterers for a grand food tasting and sampling last Sunday, May 4, 2014, showcasing their signature dishes at The Big Banquet.
Sunday, May 4, 2014
Taste and Experience Old Chinatown with the Awesome Food and Culture Secrets of Lucky Chinatown Tour.
Anton Diaz and RJ Ledesma are at it again. After the successful "An Awesome Secret Foodies Tour" at McKinley Hill's Tuscany (see more on my previous post here at http://dude4food.blogspot.com/2013/11/an-awesome-secret-foodies-tour-at.html), Anton Diaz and RJ Ledesma are back with yet another foodie tour, this time in old Chinatown. The rich history, culture and flavors of old Chinatown come to life with the "Awesome Food and Culture Secrets of Lucky Chinatown Tour", a four-hour tour in the newest mall concept of Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, Lucky Chinatown in old Binondo.



