In my grade school years, many moons ago, my exposure to Chinese cuisine was whatever we had around places that were reachable by car. For mami and siopao , Ma Mon Luk was, of course, (and still is, but now there’s also Masuki) my go-to place. For authentic Chinese cuisine, it had to be Kowloon...
Desserts and love songs? Then it's a date! "You'd think that people would have had enough of silly love songs," said singer Paul McCartney in one of his songs. The thing is, people are never really tired of listening to that music, that is why we could never have enough of it. Even if they haven't...
It is that time of the year again when single people are being "singled" out in the crowd of lovers. Valentine's Day often brings out the blues in many not-in-a-relationship hopeless romantics. But for some, it is their bitter side that reigns supreme. While there is no definitive rule that you...
Apart from being the season of love, February is also a month that celebrates everyone's favorite treat—the chocolate. The dark, sweet, or bitter dessert that comes in a heart-shaped box has long been associated with Valentine's Day, which started as a marketing strategy by British scion...
It supports Filipina farmers, too! Images from Proclamation Gin website If there is one flower that best represents Filipinas, it would be the sampaguita. The flower's simplicity reflects their humble beauty, while its intoxicating scent echoes their strength and resilience. Those are the things...
With safety protocols in place, The Podium is laying out the red carpet for couples ready to dine At the Podium’s 6th Level Rooftop Garden. It’s a safe bet to say that for a number of couples, there’s still some apprehension about heading out to dine this Valentine’s Day. That's why...
The business decision is said to bring more focus ok on its core delivery business. "Everything was inspired by our desire to bridge the flavors of thousands of restaurants to millions of Filipinos," says Lalafood. "By providing a platform for anyone to order food on-demand, we help empower...
It is time to feel the 'spirit' of romance In ancient times, mortals prayed to particular deities for guidance and wishes, even for a companion. They went to the gods' temples with offerings to help them be enlightened and direct them to the right path. In the Hindu culture, there is one god to go...
Here are some non-floral bouquets to give this Valentine's Day Flowers? For Valentine's Day? Groundbreaking. That would be the reaction you'll get from fictional fashion editor Miranda Priestly if you're planning to send a bundle of blooms this season of love. Sure, flowers are beautiful. They...
February is a month for romance, and The Manila Hotel is fully prepared to help you make that grand gesture of love in various ways. Among its many offerings—from dine-in delights to home buffets and takeout items—the Delicatessen is giving you an option of expressing what you really feel...
It's two of our favorites in just one sip Frotea's ube cheesecake milk tea If you're not yet over with your quest to taste the best ube desserts and drinks out there, then this ube -flavored milk tea is the next thing you should try. Created by local milk tea brand Frotea, the ube cheesecake milk...
This love month, experience an exquisite candlelight dinner at Nikkei A gastronomic delight from the time it opened its first restaurant in 2015, Nikkei has long championed the Japanese influence on Peruvian cuisine, and has been a personal dining favorite of mine. Founded by Carlo Lorenzana, with...
