If I hadn’t searched for Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru, Visayas Avenue, Quezon City on my navigation app, I might have missed it. There’s no pole sign yet and a narra tree blocks the stand-alone store. But if I happen to not see it the first time, there’s a U-turn slot nearby, before and after,...
Get some of that baryo style brews It seems like the humble sari-sari store is going out of style as some Filipinos are converting their free home spaces , even creating a hole in the wall establishment, to build the café of their dreams. Adding to the list is this neat coffee shop in Laguna that...
The Good Cup Coffee Company brings the coffee experience online We could all agree that a great morning starts with a good cup of coffee. It's the ultimate mood booster. It awakens the senses thanks to its brewed goodness and irresistible aroma. Best of all, it is the perfect drink to have when...
One iced coffee and a flower bouquet, please! If you feel romance has left the metro, then you've got to see this cozy and enchanting coffee shop. Right in the middle of Mandaluyong City is where you can find a fusion of a flower shop and a café—pairing we never thought we needed. ...
Calling all caffeine and travel lovers! We bet you are now dying for a road trip. Months spent at home and staying safe have been pretty chill and comforting, but humans, especially us Filipinos, are social beings. So seeing new sites and meeting new people are a must. And for travelers going to...
The Indigenous people of Bukidnon have been growing coffee for a long time, but it wasn’t until 2017 that their efforts were recognized on a national scale. That year, Inhandig Tribal Multipurpose Cooperative (ITMPC) from Malaybalay took home the prize for the Arabica category in the Kape...
12 food trends of 2020 Among the terms that have emerged this year, quarantreat is the word people get most excited about. Let’s admit it, food is one of the things that made our quarantine lives more bearable. Our day-to-day meals are no longer mere sustenance. Some of their benefits include...
Rice is one of the most common staples found in Filipino homes everywhere. It serves as a companion for every dish during every meal, and can even be made into desserts, snacks, coffee, and wine. Gy and Jan Gaspar, a couple from Licab, Nueva Ecija, are familiar with how important rice is. Gy,...
We can't wait for the local reprise! Fendi Caffe x Anniversaire in Tokyo, Japan (Photo from Instagram/ Anniversaire Cafe ) Fendi lovers in London, you’re in for a delicious surprise! The 95-year-old Italian luxury brand has taken over The Fount Chamgpagne bar at Selfridges London , which is now...
Gong Yoo (Instagram) Korean actor Gong Yoo has chosen his most favorite role among Korean dramas and films that he has made to date. Gong Yoo will be starring in the upcoming science fiction film “Seo Bok,” set for release on Dec. 2, together with Park Bogum, who is currently fulfilling his...
With a vision to nurture the Filipino farmers, a group of young changemakers created a social enterprise known as The Amigo Coffee to advocate both homegrown coffee and Philippine heritage. The company was established on April 16, 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Robin Lim,...
Oftentimes, people would venture out into new horizons to find greener pastures. Others do it for the thrill of the unknown and to gain new experiences. But even though the world has a lot to offer, oftentimes there’s gravitational pull inside that brings us home no matter how far we go. ...
