Namit gid ah! When we talk about Negros Occidental, the usual things that come to mind are its historical sites, Bacolod’s Massakara Festival, and, of course, the sugar cane. Dubbed Sugarlandia, this humble province located in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines is blessed to have vast...
Honolulu Cafe Hong Kong's famous egg tarts, buns, and roasts are now available in its latest branch located on the second floor of Greenbelt 5 in Makati City. As one of the firsts to introduce the “cha chaan teng” (tea restaurant) dining concept when it opened in Hong Kong in 1940, the cafe...
The iconic Paris-meets-Tokyo café-restaurant is expected to open this July A year after the announcement of its coming, Café Kitsuné is finally ready to open its first store in the Philippines this July. Photos from Café Kitsuné Loved for its Parisian and Japanese aesthetic, the café...
Because there's more to it aside from Duty Free When we say travel and Subic , usually the first thing that comes to our minds is Duty Free or beach. But did you know that these place has a lot more to offer than these? Here are three of exciting activities you can do the next time you visit...
NZ alumni as country ambassadors, Korea opens up, and where to get Tokyo-inspired cocktails in Makati MATARIKI Deputy Head of Mission Mr. Tim Given, NZ Ambassador to the Philippines Peter Kell Just last week, Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Program alumni and current students got together at...
The Manila Prince Hotel by The Mania Hotel has announced its anticipated reopening June 1, 2022. This heralds an exciting new chapter in the property’s history as it establishes itself as a perfect staycation place in the heart of the city. Manila Prince Hotel’s Deluxe Room with a king bed...
Selling coffee branded Philippine-made has become a marketing trend for cafes. It has become a way to appeal to coffee drinkers who want to drink sustainable coffee while supporting the local industry. But selling coffee with Philippine origins comes with a lot of responsibilities, according to Ros...
A luxurious tropical oasis filled with the best chocolate creations the Philippines has to offer After launching its grab-and-go concept store in MoA Square next to Ikea Philippines, award-winning Filipino chocolate brand Auro Chocolate expands its dining service beyond the country with its new...
Finally eating out but still worried it’s not safe enough? Al fresco dining has been the pandemic’s saving grace, providing safe yet enjoyable ways to delight in a good meal, and rediscover the joy of the great outdoors. Most of the time, though, al fresco dining is only available in...
It was going to be only a matter of time before the culinary events and collaborations, that were so much a part of our pre-pandemic life, would make it’s much-anticipated comeback. Those were glory days indeed as there was always something exciting to look forward to. I would read about the...
Cafe Yama brings a taste of Japan to Tagaytay If you ask Filipinos about their dream travel destinations, Japan will definitely be on that list. Mangas have inspired numerous local artists, the country’s beautiful sceneries and culture continue to delight us, and dishes like ramen, tempura, and...
And if you want to have authentic Hong Kong fare in the country, this is the place to visit Hong Kong cuisine is described as a marriage between east and west, as the special administrative region of China was once a British colony, a sprawling international port of commerce. The food is primarily...
