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By JOHN LEGASPI Fluffy, frothy, and Instagrammable, Dalgona coffee is the ultimate DIY drink as people practice social distancing in this time of community quarantine. Who can blame them? With minimum requirements resulting in maximum deliciousness, no wonder this three-ingredient, three-step trend has gone viral. If you’re not the coffee-drinking kind, we’ve got you covered. […]

When you’re living in a bustling city, it’s hard, if not impossible, to look for a quiet place to eat good food. It’s even more challenging if one wishes to dine somewhere that feels like home.

Many of us probably haven’t heard of Pinot or know where it is located, with the exception of those who dine in the area. Pinot, a fine dining restaurant and speakeasy in Bonifacio Global City, is hidden behind a thick curtain that separates it from its rather sizeable cafe outlet at The Spa Wellness building.

A heroic age, indeed

I went to Tokyo to eat for a week. I came back full, both literally and figuratively as I was given the grand tour of the art AND science of how the Japanese prepare, eat and digest their meals.

Craft beers include the several dozen other styles in existence along with a continuously expanding list of sub-styles. From the dark and boozy Imperial Stout to the bitter and citrusy West Coast IPA, ales offer a far wider spectrum of flavors, smells, and experiences.

Singapore! Welcome to South East Asia’s hot pot haven and cultural melting pot. If it’s regional, it’s probably in Singapore. So it’s really no surprise that the awarding for the 50 Best Bars in Asia was held here – with the Philippines nabbing three slots: The Curator in Palanca, OTO in Poblacion and newcomer Back Room Bar, a speakeasy inside the staff entrance of Ministry of Crab, Shangri-la The Fort. 

“In France, it’s never a complete meal unless you have two things: wine and dessert.” Inside this bottle is both. 

By The Manila Bulletin Known as the oldest Chinatown in the world, this district of Manila dates back to the early 1590s. First established during the Spanish period, Binondo is an active place of commerce for Chinese traders. It’s not a secret that this place has likewise gained fame for being a top food crawl […]

By The Manila Bulletin Chicken Inasal Dekada is a new restaurant located inside the Royale Parc Hotel Tagaytay. The place aims to elevate authentic Filipino dining with its interpretations of well-loved local dishes named after heroes and historical events, giving gatherings a festive patriotic mood. The delicious crawl through the Philippines’ timeline starts with Lumpiang […]

By Monica Araneta Tiosejo Despite it being a Monday, we have to admit, we were excited for the day to begin if only to try Jollibee’s new menu items.  For many, breakfast is an important meal, a comforting pause before hitting the start button to officially go through the motions of the day like getting […]

By PAOLA NAVARETTE Holiday parties are in full swing now with reunions and get-togethers scheduled one after the other. Food preparation is one of the minds of hosts, as well as where to keep the leftovers after the party ends. This season, food storage brand Glad has teamed up with restaurateur and hands-on mom Happy Ongpauco-Tiu to feature […]

Discover one of the best islands in the world through the lens of food as we round up the top must-try establishments for a deliciously satisfying Boracay experience.

By Gene Gonzalez I heard about this Mainland-style eatery in Double Dragon Plaza on the corner of EDSA and Macapagal Avenue. It caters to a young Chinese market, and most of them inhabit the nearby condo units and want the convenience of traditional flavors and cooking in a quick service restaurant. You start by lining […]

By Nina Daza-Puyat For thousands of Filipino migrants in France, Oct. 6, 2019 will go down in history as a day of many firsts. The first Filipino food and culture festival was held at Paris’ Le Point Éphémère showcasing everyday Pinoy food such as adobo, sisig, pancit, Bicol express, lumpiang shanghai, tapsilog, and even street food such as kwek kwek and balut. The first live tattoo demonstration […]

By Sol Vanzi Images by Noel Pabalate Five centuries ago, European explorers witnessed how Filipinos loved to drink. A typical Filipino gathering, even then, was incomplete without alcohol. Magellan sent Pigafetta with gifts to the King of Cebu, who shared a six-hour meal with his guests. Served were jars of palm wine. Each jar had reed straws from […]