Staying Classy: The Pepita's Kitchen Pop-Up at Fashion Interiors

I remember my first ever Lechon Degustacion at Pepita's Kitchen some years back, seeing it grow and evolve, all the way to my most recent experience a few days back, and I'm just amazed...

...a real class act that's even classier, it just keeps getting better and better.  Pepita's Kitchen recently held a pop-up at Fashion Interiors with her signature dishes, and this, by far, has to be the best one yet.

An Explosion of Flavors: The Thai Street Food Festival at Mango Tree

The rich and vibrant flavors of authentic Thai street food take centerstage at Mango Tree and Mango Tree Bistro, taking you on a exciting culinary journey...

Mango Tree at Bonifacio Global City and Mango Tree Bistro at TriNoma and Greenbelt 3 celebrate the unique flavors of Thailand with its month-long Thai Street Food Festival, starting April 20 to May 15, 2016.  Order your Miang Kham, a colorful platter with crispy coconut, fresh herbs, peanuts and chili with green bitter leaves and prepare for an explosion of flavors at Mango Tree and Mango Tree Bistro's Thai Street Food Festival.

Sights and Flavors at Madrid Fusion Manila 2016

It's been two weeks since Madrid Fusion Manila 2016, and I can still savor the rich flavors of Spanish jamon and wine, as fresh and vivid as those three memorable days in early April. 

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).

Balance and Precision: A Special Dinner by Chef Kevin Cherkas at Sage Bespoke Grill

"You will taste Cuca tonight," said guest chef Kevin Cherkas, the world-class culinary master behind Bali's highly acclaimed Cuca Flavors Restaurant...

In a series of special limited engagements held last April 14, 15, and 16, 2016, Chef Kevin Cherkas shared his unique culinary style with a seven-course dinner at Sage Bespoke Grill. Honed by years of experience in Michelin Star restaurants including Arzak and El Bulli in Spain, and New York's Daniel, Chef Kevin Cherkas evolved with his own distinct approach using local ingredients infused with western techniques.

Comforting Filipino Classics at Kabila Filipino Bistro

Kare-Kare and Sinigang...classic and comforting local dishes that never fail to win you over again and again. 

Come back home for rich local flavors at Kabila Filipino Bistro, and fall in love all over again with classic Filipino dishes...

New Stations and Old Favorites at Marriott Cafe

It just keeps getting better...at Marriott Cafe.

Marriott Cafe adds new stations to enhance your dining experience, offering even more flavors and options to an already impressive buffet selection (more on Marriott Cafe on my earlier posts on their extensive Seafood Selection, the previous North Asian Food Festival, the Sunday Brunch Buffet, and a special Christmas Thanksgiving Feast).

Green and Go at Green Bar Cafe

 Never thought vegan could taste this good. Seriously...

Green Bar Cafe offers their own take on vegan cuisine with a wide range of healthy snacks, deli-style sandwiches and wraps for satisfying meals without the guilt. It's green and go...at Green Bar Cafe.

A Pop-Up at The Penthouse

 Something new and exciting is happening high above Salcedo Village...

Chef Philip Golding and his team spin their magic in Makati's newest night spot, The Penthouse 8747, in a cool pop-up. Take a peek at the metro's newest and coolest venue with a panoramic view of the city, and some good eats from a tasty pop-up by Chef Philip Golding...

Made in Spain: Pork Love at Madrid Fusion Manila 2016

A shared history binds both Spain and the Philippines together in a bond so strong, it's seen, felt and experienced in the rich local cultural heritage and religious traditions to this day. But for me, the connection between Spain and the Philippines is evident with the shared love for pork...  

This porcine love is at the very center of any celebratory feast, from the Filipino Lechon and the Spanish Jamon. At the recent Madrid Fusion Manila 2016, Spain's Interporc, a professional industry association recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment, showcased the very best Spanish white pork with its Jamon Serrano and culinary creations by award-winning chef, Ivan Cerdeno. It's definitely pork love at Madrid Fusion Manila 2016...

A Day with Chef Kevin Cherkas at Sage Bespoke Grill

Passion. Commitment. And the sheer pleasure of good food. It's what Chef Kevin Cherkas is all about...

 

"I love food," exclaimed Chef Kevin Cherkas, who knew at the young age of fifteen that being a chef was the logical next step to pursue his passion. And for three nights, you can experience guest chef Kevin Cherkas' inventive culinary style at Makati Shangri-La, Manila's elegant Sage Bespoke Grill. And just in case you missed him at the recently concluded Madrid Fusion Manila last weekend, join me for a virtual walk with guest chef Kevin Cherkas at Sage Bespoke Grill and read on...