Bangkok Comes to Manila with Tastefully Thai at The Peninsula Manila

Experience the rich culinary heritage of Thailand with a lavish spread of authentic dishes based on recipes passed down over the centuries by the noted chefs of the Thai Royal Palace...only at The Peninsula Manila.

From May 20 to 26, 2015, The Peninsula Manila offers a true and authentic taste of Thailand with Tastefully Thai, a week-long festival showcasing elegant Thai dishes prepared by Chef Chamnan Thepchana at Spices.

Mama Mia! Mom's Day Lunch at Tapenade

Great food always adds that special touch to any Mother's day celebration. At Discovery Primea's Tapenade, my mom's day was was made even more special with a range of flavorful dishes by Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco.
  

Discovery Primea's Tapenade showcased a special Italian and Mediterranean-inspired menu for Mother's Day, with a set menu from antipasti, primi, secondi, and dolci, including a stop at their now popular The Salad Room.

A Cookie in a Jar from Scout's Honor

After the innovative Craft Cookie Milkshake, Scout's Honor is back with another inventive spin on cookies...

Chef Miko Aspiras and Scout's Honor takes cookie love to yet another level with the comforting and indulgent Star Scout's Raw Cookie with Molten Center, packed in convenient jars to satisfy any cookie craving.

Flavours Cafe by Chef Fham Redux

After trying out a new restaurant, it's always a good idea to come back for a second visit. There's always something new to discover and experience, and Chef Fham Sarmiento always has something up her sleeves...

...and I find myself back at Flavours Cafe by Chef Fham one late Sunday afternoon.

Cocktails, Bar Chow, and a Cool Vibe at The Gilarmi Lounge

Classic cocktails with an inventive spin matched with curated bar fare for perfect pairings...just can't get better than that.

But it does. Discovery Primea's Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco collaborates with one of the metro's top mixologists, Lee Watson, for an evening of classic cocktails and curated bar fare at The Gilarmi Lounge. Take a peek at one of Makati's newest and best kept secrets...

The Flavors of Japan Baked Daily at Kumori

Soft, light, delicate and indulgent, these distinct qualities have long been associated with premium Japanese breads, cakes and pastries. Now you can experience freshly baked and authentic Japanese breads and pastries at Kumori...

Kumori, one of Japan's biggest and largest bakeries comes to Manila with two branches at the lower ground floors of Landmark Makati and SM Makati, bringing its line of signature breads, cakes and pastries baked fresh daily using the finest ingredients with that distinct Japanese quality.

Ming Kee Live Seafood: Singapore's Best Comes to Makati

It's been said that one can find the freshest and delicate flavors of the best seafood along Singapore's Macpherson Road. And you can credit all that to Ming Kee Live Seafood Restaurant...

Ming Kee Live Seafood opens its first branch outside Singapore in the heart of Makati, offering its well-known and authentic Southern Chinese specialties for a true taste of Singapore. At the top of the list is Singaporean Chef and owner Ivan Tan's signature Ming Kee's Crab Beehon, acknowledged as one of Singapore's best dishes. Read on and discover more of Ming Kee Live Seafood's signature dishes...

French Cuisine with an Asian Spin at Le Petit Souffle

The delicate and fragile souffle may look deceivingly simple, but making the perfect souffle is an entirely different thing. "Puffing up" a perfect souffle poses a real challenge, and noted culinary author, James Beard, even said "the only thing that will make a souffle fall is if it knows you are afraid of it." 

Following the success of Scout's Honor, Chefs Miko Aspiras and Kristine Lotilla are back with a new culinary concept offering a distinct and creative take on French cuisine. Le Petit Souffle offers an impressive line of savory dishes and indulgent desserts for a whole new flavor experience. And 'puffing up" the perfect souffle happens everyday at Le Petit Souffle.

Food News: Philly Cheesesteak on a Pizza from Shakey's

A Philly Cheesesteak on a pizza? Sounds like a great idea, tastes even better... 

Shakey's adds its newest variant, the Philly Cheesesteak Pizza, to its line of signature pizzas, recreating the classic flavors of premium beef, peppers and cheese on a signature thin crust. Its a combo that works, and its a welcome addition to the growing list of signature pizza at Shakey's.

A Toast to The Perfect Pint's First Anniversary

Craft Beer + Fine food = Good Times...

It's a simple and straightforward equation that guided Alec Tempongko and his partners behind the concept of The Perfect Pint. A year later, the concept remains a winning formula as The Perfect Pint celebrates a milestone in its advocacy of serving the very best local craft brews paired with fine food.