Robinsons Magnolia Heats Up With The Opening of Ma La Lah By The Villamaria Kitchen

What began as a home-based kitchen anchored on its signature Singaporean style Ma La bowls for delivery during the long days of the global pandemic has now entered a new phase in its exciting journey, opening its very first brick and mortar store at Robinsons Magnolia for a place in the local culinary mainstream. Craving for some comforting and soothing heat? Welcome to Ma La Lah by The Villamaria Kitchen... 

Spicy, savory and hearty, the traditional Singaporean-style Ma La Bowls hits the the local dining scene with the very first location of Ma La Lah by The Villamaria Kitchen at Robinsons Magnolia. In a continuing story, The Villamaria Kitchen scales up its original home-based kitchen concept for a wider and broader reach to a growing base of loyal customers with its expanded brick and mortar set-up in a major mall. And when the persistent rains get you down, fix it with a sumptuous bowl of Ma La with beef, chicken or pork on noodles, rice or porridge with their spicy Ma La Sauce. Now let's grab a bowl...

The Crossroads Of Southeast Asian Flavors Leads You To Makan Makan Singapore Hawker at Century City Mall

I first met H.K. Tan thirteen years ago at one of his earlier restaurant ventures showcasing the comforting cuisine of his Singaporean roots. After a long and successful run, he's back in the restaurant game. Step inside Makan Makan Singapore Hawker at Century City Mall..

Drawing on childhood memories, H.K. Tan recreates the flavors of his youth with his newest restaurant Makan Makan Singapore Hawker at Century City Mall with classic dishes like Hainanese Chicken Rice paired with soothing Teh Tarik for a familiar and nostalgic dining experience. Long known as a culinary hub for global cuisine, Singapore has been the stage for the best Southeast Asian cuisine from Malaysian, Indonesian, Vietnamese and Chinese staples. At Makan Makan Singapore Hawker, you'll find specialties like Laksa, Beef Rendang, Bahn Mi and even Old Town Coffee as H.K. Tan returns to the local restaurant scene...

#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...

Secret Recipe Unlocks More Tasty Secrets...

It seems the kitchen never runs out of tasty secrets. And that's a good thing. Step inside Secret Kitchen and discover more flavorful secrets unveiled, one dish at a time... 

That intricate and distinctive weave of Asian and Western flavors at Secret Recipe combine for a sumptuous dining experience from the Malaysian based concept making it a go-to spot for comforting cuisine. From The Bistro Group's impressive repertoire of international and local restaurant brands, Secret Recipe offers familiar flavors inspired by Malaysia's diverse culinary heritage along with excellent value, just what you need in the mad holiday rush at the malls (for more on Secret Recipe, see my post The Secret's Out. The Bistro Group Unveils Secret Recipe At One Ayala... from the launch early last year). It's time reveal even more tasty secrets. At Secret Recipe...

Rainy Days and Soup Dumplings at Paradise Dynasty

Grey skies and the pouring rain always triggers a craving, an involuntary reaction that automatically leads you to one place. It's time for some soup dumplings at Paradise Dynasty...

That soft and delicate bite followed by a palate draping and warm flavorful burst of savory richness, there's just nothing quite like it. The famed "little basket bun" or Xiao Long Bao remains an iconic enduring staple in Chinese cuisine and one place always serves the perfect steamer of indulgent meticulously handcrafted bites. Read on and join me at Paradise Dynasty...

A Taste of Tung Lok Seafood at Gateway 2

What's the first dish that comes up when you think of Singaporean cuisine? Laksa, crispy fish skin with salted egg and Hainanese Chicken would be on that list. But I'm pretty sure Chili Crabs would be in the conversation and maybe even top any list . And when you're craving Singaporean Chinese cuisine in the metro, Tung Lok Seafood always pops up automatically. It's time to #CelebratewithTungLok...

Tung Lok Seafood is widely known for a number of dishes including their bestselling Chili Crabs that's almost mandatory for the complete dining experience at the enduring Singaporean institution. But Tung Lok Seafood has a number of other specialty dishes to add to your long and growing list. Now, let's take a closer look at the list... 

Tung Lok Seafood: The Authentic Flavors of Singapore Finally Comes to Greenhills

When it comes to Singaporean cuisine, the Singaporean Chili Crab and even Crispy Fish Skin with Salted Egg becomes part of any discussion alongside other iconic dishes. At Tung Lok Seafood, these two dishes and many others become part of a memorable Singaporean dining experience right here in Greenhills...

The evolving culinary landscape of the Greenhills commercial complex is transformed by the entry of internationally recognized and renowned restaurants placing it back on the list of Manila's top dining destinations. One of these is Tung Lok Seafood, a true Singaporean dining institution from the Lion City since 1984. Known for its wide array of Singaporean Chinese cuisine anchored on the freshest and finest seafood, Tung Lok Seafood arrived in the metro's local dining scene two years ago from the same group behind Mango Tree, Genki Sushi, Sen-ryo, Kureji, Rossini and Wong Place. Now with three branches including S Maison, Gateway Mall and its newest location in GH Mall, Tung Lok Seafood brings an authentic taste of Singapore to Greenhills adding to the neighborhood's renewed resurgence with its growing and vibrant tapestry of flavorful options. Ready for a sumptuous Singaporean seafood feast? Then, sit back and read on...

A Hainanese Chicken Rice Kind of Day at Nanyang in GH Mall

Laksa, Char Kway Teow, Fish Head Curry, Kaya Toast, Chili Crab or Hainanese Chicken Rice? It can be difficult, even impossible to pick one singular iconic and national dish from Singapore's rich and diverse multi-cultural culinary tapestry of world-renowned flavors. There's no doubt the debate will continue to spark endless rounds of impassioned discussions fueled by intense gastronationalism, but today belongs to Hainanese Chicken Rice. And you'll find some of the best renditions at Nanyang...

Consistent with its hawker center origins, Nanyang brings authentic and sumptuous Singaporean street food fare and the vibrant kopi tiam culture at the heart of the new Greenhills commercial complex at GH Mall. And yes, there's nothing quite like a hearty dish that takes you deep into the Lion City's colorful culinary heritage and traditions with its nostalgic range of specialty dishes made with the freshest ingredients at prices that won't bust your wallet. And the first dish that comes top-of-mind when it comes to Singaporean cuisine is usually Hainanese Chicken Rice. It's a Hainanese Chicken Rice kind of day at Nanyang...

A Comforting Taste of Nostagia and Innovation Served Daily at Cafe Mabini

The mere mention of "comfort food" conjures images and memories from a long wish list of flavorful cues that never fails to trigger your appetite. Not surprisingly, you'll find breakfast staples high up on your list. It's familiar dishes like these, breakfast fare included, that continues to warm both our palates and hearts. And you'll find all these and more at Cafe Mabini...

San Juan's very own all-day breakfast and brunch spot, Cafe Mabini brings sumptuous European and Filipino style cuisines to the neighborhood for that leisurely and perfect start to your day. Established in 2021 at the height of the pandemic, Cafe Mabini remains one of the neighborhood's unique dining destinations with its novel take on breakfast and brunch fare. Come inside for breakfast executed with creative flair and just a touch of nostalgia to warm your palate and set the tone for the rest of your day. At Cafe Mabini...

A Taste of Singapore Signature Flavors by Nanyang Comes to the New GH Mall in Greenhills Shopping Center

Pull. Stretch. Pour. The vibrant coffee shop culture from the Lion City goes north as the nostalgic flavors of the traditional and authentic Singaporean kopi tiam experience are masterfully recreated at the newest shopping and dining destination in Greenhills. The new year is definitely looking bright when it comes to dining options in the resurgent Greenhills neighborhood...

Nanyang brings Singapore's finest delights up north to the new GH Mall in Greenhills Shopping Center bannered by its Singapore Signature dishes like Laksa, Kaya and Hainanese Chicken along with its uniquely soothing kopi and teh selections. The enduring Singaporean brand whose name is literally translated as "Southern Ocean" serves a flavorful weave from the rich kopi tiam tradition in a wide variety of tempting dishes. Here's a peek at the tasty offerings of Nanyang, now open at the new GH Mall in Greenhills...

Let's Do Lunch. And Breakfast Too. At The Lobby Café in B Hotel Quezon City

A memorable culinary experience awaits at what could very well be Quezon City's best kept secret...

From sumptuous international cuisine to hearty and comforting local dishes, the kitchen of Lobby Café at B Hotel Quezon City showcases a world of flavors with a new menu created by Executive Chef Vincent Odejar. The seasoned veteran with stints in prestigious properties brings his wealth of experience to B Hotel Quezon City for a lavish and memorable dining experience this side of the metro adding to the diverse culinary tapestry of Quezon City's dining scene. Come inside the Lobby Café for a satisfying lunch or dinner. And breakfast too. And do come hungry...

Weaving the Old and New at the Neo-Sin Gastronomy Private Dinner by Chef Aaron Lau at ChefWorks

You may know him for his Detroit style pizza at Easy As Pie, Piece of Cake and classic New York bagels at Booya Bagels, but Chef Aaron Lau takes you back to his roots where tradition meets a fresh and bold contemporary interpretation of iconic Singaporean flavors... 

Chef Aaron Lau weaves the old and the new in a deeрly рersonal rendition of the flavors he grew up with back in Singapore with Neo-Sin Gastronomy, a private dinner at Chef Works Philippines on August 24 & 25. The sumptuous seven-course menu is described as an intimate retrospective of Chef Aaron Lau's culinary journey coming full circle with his imaginative reinterpretation of Singaporean cuisine. Read on for a tasty preview of Neo-Sin Gastronomy by Chef Aaron Lau...

Reconnecting with One's Roots: Chef Christina Sunae Introduces New Dishes at Señorita Sunae Asian Kitchen

Asian-American Chef Christina Sunae dives deep into her roots for a bold exploration of Asian-inspired flavors with a new menu at Señorita Sunae Asian Kitchen. The skew on Southeast Asian cuisine is complemented by inspired local flavors as well for an exciting new menu. Comfortingly familiar yet refreshingly new, Chef Christina Sunae takes your palate on a vibrant culinary journey with her inventive spin on Southeast Asian flavors...

Chef Christina Sunae reveals more than just her evolving creative culinary style with the new menu at Señorita Sunae Asian Kitchen, it's a snapshot of who she is, where she's from and her on-going journey to a world of borderless cuisine for a colorful tapestry of flavors. The Argentina-based Korean American chef also has a unique perspective cutting through various cultures and traditions, reinterpreting the memorable flavors of her travels and experiences which includes spending her formative years in Pampanga immersing herself with its own rich culinary heritage. The result is an intricate yet seamless weave of Asian flavors influenced by various styles for a lavish new dining experience. This is the story of Christina Sunae, told and expressed in an exciting new menu at Señorita Sunae Asian Kitchen...

Take the Fast Train to Flavor at Public Eatery in Robinsons Magnolia

The latest and newest dining concept at Robinsons Magnolia opens up a world of flavors and tasty possibilities all in one place. Ready to board the flavor train at Public Eatery?

Don't miss the train. From the same group behind The Grid Food Market in Power Plant Mall comes another innovative dining concept offering a wide variety of tasty options in a cool subway station inspired setting. Take the fast lane to flavor and welcome to Public Eatery by The Tasteless Food Group in Robinsons Magnolia...

#EatWell: The Seafood Dinner Buffet at Seasonal Tastes in The Westin Manila

A familiar name returns to Manila, and it's back with a refreshingly unique brand of hospitality built around your well-being for a rewarding and fulfilling experience. 

A wellness-inspired premium hotel in Ortigas, The Westin Manila redefines the hotel experience anchored on six key pillars of Sleep Well, Eat Well, Move Well, Feel Well, Work Well and Play Well with its premium brand of hospitality, state-of-the-art facilities, services and programs purposely designed with each guest's well-being in mind helping you be the best version of yourself. It's a welcome change of pace setting it apart from other properties marking the return of an iconic brand to the competitive local landscape. Dining remains an integral part of any hotel experience, and The Westin Manila introduces its lavish Seafood Dinner Buffet every Friday and Saturday as part of its Eat Well program at the property's all-day dining restaurant, Seasonal Tastes. 

And here's even more good news. Enjoy a value-packed 20% Off on Lunch and Dinner Buffet and a la carte orders at Seasonal Tastes valid until June 30, 2023 by using the special promo code detailed on the blog. Now that's one cool deal you just can't pass up. Read on and find the code...

Flavors of Boracay: #TakeAChans with the Hawker Style Cuisine of Chan's Boracay

The lasting impact of the quarantine experience and the global pandemic continues to transform our daily routine, and this is seen throughout the island paradise of Boracay. For one couple, the pandemic offered a fresh new start while adding yet another flavorful layer to the island's re-emerging culinary scene...

Manila based entrepreneurs and couple Ritchie and Arlyn Chan made a fateful decision one day to escape the pandemic and head off to Boracay with their children back in 2020. Like many of the island's colorful stories, the journey led to an opportunity to offer a unique Asian hawker-inspired cuisine to Boracay's diverse culinary landscape. Ready to #TakeAChans with your little hawker find in the heart of the island? Then step inside Chan's Boracay...

A Taste of Asia in Old Town Taguig at White House Taguig

The rich and diverse flavors of Asia are showcased in the metro's newest dining destination in Old Town Taguig helmed by one of the country's noted culinary personalities for a unique dining experience in Manila's culinary scene. All you have to do is look for the elegantly restored ancestral home with its pristine and flawless white façade setting it apart from the rest along the busy streets in Old Town Taguig...

Chef Bruce Lim shares his inspired take on vibrant Asian flavors with a curated menu at White House Taguig, featuring authentic dishes from Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Japan and China. A visit to White House Taguig takes your palate on an Asian culinary journey, experienced one plate and dish at a time in a casual yet elegant setting. Take a drive down Old Town Taguig and experience traditional Asian flavors masterfully executed by Chef Bruce Lim and his team at the newest dining destination this side of the metro...

Afternoon Tea with a Franco-Asian Spin: The Culinary Masters Afternoon Tea with Chef Justin Quek at Oasis Garden Cafe in Solaire Resort

You can have traditional afternoon tea or make it a lot more interesting and let Chef Justin Quek serve you his inspired take on sweet and savory creations. One of Singapore's celebrated culinary icons, experience afternoon tea with a unique Franco-Asian spin by Chef Justin Quek at Oasis Garden Cafe...

Spicy Prawn Noodle Soup, Odeh Odeh, Chendol Crème Brulée and Siu Mei, not what you'd expect from a traditional afternoon tea. Then again, there's nothing quite traditional with the Culinary Masters Afternoon Tea showcasing the novel and inventive fusion of Asian flavors with French techniques in an elegant and seamless blend. From September 20 to 25, Singaporean Chef Justin Quek teases your palate for afternoon tea like no other at Oasis Garden Cafe in Solaire Resort.

Flavors of Swissotel Clark: A World of Asian Flavors at Spice Street Eats

The vibrant energy and fast-paced rhythm of the busy streets of Asia are recreated with the equally bold and distinct flavors of Asian street food at Swissotel Clark, adding yet another layer to your memorable experience at the newest dining and entertainment destination in the emerging Clark Freeport Zone...

The fourth in a series of blog posts on the luxurious hotel property up north, here's one more to add to your must-try list. Swissotel Clark draws inspiration from the diverse flavors of Asian street food at Spice Street Eats with its wide array of delectable offerings from dim sum, stir-fried noodles, rice toppings, broth-based noodles and even Peking Duck plus local and Asian beer. With ten dining outlets at Swissotel Clark offering a variety of cuisines including authentic Italian, Korean, Filipino, all-day dining and a dessert bar, you'll never run out of choices and options during your stay at Clark Freeport Zone's newest and most prestigious hotel property.

The Secret's Out: Simpol Kitchen Secrets by Chef Tatung Sarthou

It's out. Chef Myke "Tatung" Sarthou is back with his latest cookbook for your home kitchen adventures...

Noted chef, TV personality, author and YouTube and social media superstar Myke "Tatung" Sarthou recently launched his latest cookbook, Simpol Kitchen Secrets: A Guidebook in Cooking Skills and Techniques at Pandan Asian Cafe last 17 December following the success of his previous book, Simpol The Cookbook. What started as a cookbook project last year has now grown and evolved into a movement of home cooks led by one the metro's leading culinary icons. Read on and take a peek at the newest cookbook by Chef Tatung...