A Night Out in Monochrome, at Agimat Foraging Bar and Kitchen

A walk along the usually crowded streets of Poblacion one evening felt both eerily quiet and liberating at the same time. With quarantine restrictions still in effect, the once bustling 'hood appeared to be on pause yet one can sense the much anticipated return of Poblacion as soon as the restart button is pressed. Muted, subdued and calmingly still, another facet of Poblacion is revealed in monochrome...

In a first of two parts of a continuing story, I'll take you through a closer look at one of the neighborhood's best known bars with its artisan small batch spirits gaining worldwide recognition. At the helm, Kalel Ervin Demetrio aka The Liquido Maestro, weaves his own take on local folklore and myths with his inventive concoctions using the small batch artisan spirits of Destileria Barako at Agimat Foraging Bar and Kitchen. The veil of grey tones are slowly lifted from the 'hood with the vibrant libations at one of the metro's most innovative and inventive bars...

Kampai! Chef Mikel Zaguirre Redefines Japanese Bar Food at Kampai in Makati's Poblacion

One of the popular bars and dining destinations of the vibrant Poblacion neighborhood returns with its own creative take on Japanese cuisine...

After a long hiatus made longer by the quarantine, Kampai quietly comes home to the neighborhood of Poblacion. At its new location, the old regulars of Kampai will find the same familiar vibe of the original but in a much larger space. Without fanfare, the comeback is tempered by guarded optimism as the lingering pandemic continues with no clear end in sight. But it still is cause for a celebration, though muted, as the entire neighborhood presses the reset button. And the extensive new menu is just one of many reasons to revisit one of the best bars in the 'hood. 

Crunchy Munchies with the Taiwan Chicken Chop and Taiwan Chicken Pops by G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken

Missed your travels to Taiwan before the new normal? Relive your Taiwanese escapades with a juicy and delectable crunch...

G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken takes you back with their specialty Taiwan Chicken Chop and Taiwan Chicken Pops. With the recent opening of their newest branch in Amoranto, Quezon City celebrating the grand opening with a Buy 1 Take 50% OFF on your 2nd Order offer, you can now enjoy the classic Taiwanese specialty without going too far (more on the grand opening on my previous post, Munch and Crunch: Awesome Deals at the Grand Opening of G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and GoodGoodPH Amoranto Branch Opening Today!).

Munch and Crunch: Awesome Deals at the Grand Opening of G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and GoodGoodPH Amoranto Branch Opening Today!

Game for some good deals? Get ready for the Buy 1 Take 50% OFF the 2nd Order at G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and Buy 1 700ml Get 1 Free 500ml offer from GoodGoodPH at the Grand Opening of their Amoranto branches today...

All photos provided by G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and GoodGoodPH

You read it right. G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken and GoodGoodPH celebrates the grand opening of their Amoranto branches today, June 27, at 3pm. And to make it even more festive, G&G Taiwan Famous Chicken is offering a Buy 1 Take 50% OFF the 2nd Order just for today. Wash it down with the cool Buy 1 700ml Get 1 FREE 500ml from GoodGoodPH as well, and that's all happening today at 3pm all the way to 8pm. Game?

Tasty Duo from Boss John's Fried Chicken & Sisigan

Fried chicken and sisig. One or the other guarantees a comforting meal. And when you can have both, that's a winning tandem...

Boss John's Fried Chicken & Sisigan Magsaysay Branch brings this tasty duo to your doorstep at prices everyone can afford. Simple, no-frills and just downright tasty, the specialty Fried Chicken and Sisig by Boss John's delivers on both quality and value for money for a satisfying meal at home.

Chef Alain Raye Lights Up Poblacion with a Lavish Dinner for Disciples Escoffier at Dr. Wine Manila

The night lights are lit once more in the once vibrant neighborhood of Poblacion as the economy slowly opens up with the easing of quarantine restrictions. And the lights shined bright one night at Dr. Wine Manila...

Poblacion is back, awakened from the long slumber of quarantine with its familiar Bohemian vibe. It's a cause for celebration, but with tempered optimism guided by mandatory health and safety protocols. Chef Alain Raye brings his elegant yet hearty culinary style to a memorable dinner hosted by Disciples Escoffier at Dr. Wine Manila for an evening of gastronomic delights with a French spin.

A Toast for the Country's Largest Mid-Year Online Shopping Event by Winery.ph

The country's largest online marketplace for in-stock wines, beer, liquor and spirits, gourmet groceries, non-alcoholic beverages and wine accessories goes even bigger with their massive mid-year online shopping event. That's enough reason to raise a toast... 

Starting June 30 to July 3, 2021, the much-awaited Mid-Year Clearance Sale by Winery.ph kicks off for an epic four-day spree with as much as 34% to 57% OFF on their selection of eleven Red Wines, six White Wines, one Rosé Wine, and one Sparkling Rosé. With less than week to go before the largest mid-year online shopping event, here's a sneak peek. Oenophiles and Kavinos, get ready to mark your calendars...

Perfecting the Cold Play: The Freshest Frozen Gourmet Selection Conveniently Delivered to Your Doorstep by Gerald.PH Healthy & Gourmet Grocer

There's this running joke going around when you want ice cream delivered, you get milkshake. Hilarious, yes. But it also reflects the sad and inadequate state of the cold chain delivery system in the metro. Gerald.PH changes the game with their winning cold play...

Gerald.PH, the metro's pioneer in cold chain delivery, brings the finest and freshest frozen gourmet produce to your table with just a few easy and simple taps on your mobile device. The online healthy & gourmet grocer offers a wide range of products, over six hundred items, from fresh seafood to premium meats, farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, gourmet cheeses and dairy, bakery, frozen gourmet meals and fine wines. A traditional Beef Bourguignon for lunch? No problem. Gerald.PH also offers a variety of gluten-free, organic, vegan as well as keto and diabetic-friendly options. Think of it as your one-stop shop for all your gourmet needs for the new normal and beyond. And when you want it fresh, Gerald.PH is one sure bet with the winning cold play..

Create Your Own Flavorful Adventure with the New Peri-Peri Grilled Wings by Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar

From mild and savory to spicy, embark on your own flavorful adventure with the new Peri-Peri Grilled Wings from Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar. Ready?

Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar recently introduced their newest offering fresh off the grill, the Peri-Peri Grilled Wings in nine Signature Sauces. That's right, Nine Signature Sauces. Take your palate on an adventurous and delectable journey around the world from the American Southwest and deep south to the exotic east with the new Peri-Peri-Grilled Wings by Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar. Read on for a tasty peek...

Bring Home the #FunTimesatFireside with the New Fireside Trays To Go

Crisp and juicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Fingers. Juicy fall-off-the-bone Apricot Chipotle Glazed Ribs. Creamy Potato Salad. Steamed rice. And rustic Cornbread Doughnuts. In sumptuous servings good for four. Are you ready for the Fireside Trays to Go?

Fireside, long known for their bestselling specialty Buttermilk Fried Chicken Fingers and Cornbread Doughnuts and many more classic American comfort food bundles up a curated selection of their popular dishes with the new Trays To Go conveniently delivered to your doorstep. And just in time too for Father's Day.