For many Filipinos, May is a month defined by tradition and celebration. Rooted in “Flores de Mayo,” the month-long Catholic devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, the season is marked by daily prayers, rosary recitations, and the offering of flowers at church altars. Across the country, it also...
By Jean Cabrera Thousands of Bacolodnons, tourists, and food enthusiasts gathered for the Bacolod Chicken Inasal Festival, a three-day celebration honoring the city 's iconic grilled chicken dish and the culinary tradition that helped put Bacolod on the gastronomic map. Led by the City...
BACOLOD CITY – Barangays 12 and Granada were hailed champions in the street and arena dance competition during this year’s Bacolod Chicken Inasal Festival (BCIF) at the Megaworld Upper East here on Saturday, May 30. Barangay 12, representing Malaysia, won in the festival street dance...
With today’s economy, many people may be cutting back on travel plans. But that does not mean putting celebrations and quality time with loved ones on hold. Sometimes, the best memories are made through simple staycations paired with good food shared at home. For those planning a barkada...
BACOLOD CITY – This city is celebrating the sixth Chicken Inasal Festival in honor of its world-famous chicken dish from May 29 to 31. Food, culture, music, and entertainment events will be held in three venues – Manokan Country, Megaworld 's The Upper East, and Ayala Malls Capitol...
Everyday Filipino dishes long enjoyed at family tables and neighborhood eateries are gaining global recognition, as inasal na manok and adobong manok earned spots in the latest international rankings by TasteAtlas. In its April 2026 list, "inasal na manok" emerged as the Best Chicken Dish in...
Mang Inasal recently opened a branch in Santo Tomas, Batangas, the fourth drive-thru store in the network, and the first in South Luzon. To date, Mang Inasal has 597 stores nationwide. The brand 's continuing expansion comes as the country’s quick-service restaurant sector grows increasingly...
If you’ve spent any time in the Philippines, you know Mang Inasal isn’t just a fast-food restaurant, it’s a cultural fixture and the go-to spot for Filipinos craving that signature combination of smoky, sweet, and savory grilled chicken and unlimited rice. The restaurant was founded in...
Bacolod City Rep. Albee Benitez expressed pride and delight over the recent recognition of Aida’s Chicken as a Michelin Selected restaurant by the prestigious Michelin Guide. “This honor celebrates not only the superbly smoky Bacolod-style chicken inasal, but also their dedication to showcasing...
The birthplace of the Philippines’ Grill Expert, Mang Inasal Robinsons Place Iloilo, has officially reopened—refreshed, reimagined, and ready for the future. On Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, Mang Inasal celebrated the blessing and digital relaunch of its very first branch, originally opened in 2003,...
BACOLOD CITY – The City Tourism Office here announced on Tuesday, May 27, that this year’s Bacolod Chicken Inasal Festival (BCIF) recorded approximately P2.4 million in revenues from May 21 to 25, surpassing the earnings of previous years. Despite intermittent rains, this year’s five-day...
BACOLOD CITY – This city eyes to grill a total of 3,000 sticks of chicken inasal during the Chicken Inasal Festival here from May 21 to 25. This year’s festival with the theme “Fire and Fusion” kicked off with a ceremonial solidarity grilling of chicken inasal or grilled chicken at the...
