ILOILO CITY – The “Flavors of Iloilo” cookbook by chef Rafael “Tibong” Javier Jardeleza Jr. emerged as the Best Book on Food in the 41st National Book Awards. THE Flavors of Iloilo cookbook and its author Rafael 'Tibong' Javier Jardeleza Jr. (Tara Yap) Flavors of Iloilo won over two...
The Philippine government has been urged anew to file fresh arbitration cases against China for installing floating barriers that prevented Filipino fishermen from entering their fishing grounds in the West Philippines Sea and for harvesting corals in the waters that damaged the marine...
The ’ber months are here. This means it’s once again the season for parties galore! The much-anticipated countdown leading up to Yuletide in the Philippines is imbued with multi-cultural festivities from the German Octoberfest to Irish Halloween, as well as all forms of merrymaking. In the...
The Philippines would not get the support of the United Nations (UN) with regards to its concerns against China in the West Philippine Sea, former Supreme Court associate justice Francis Jardeleza believed so. Jardeleza on Tuesday rejected the idea of bringing up to the UN cases of harassment...
Former solicitor general and associate justice Francis Jardeleza has urged the Philippine government to seek damages from China for its harassments and illegal actions in the Philippine waters by filing a case that can be backed by Manila's previous arbitral ruling victory. At the Kapihan sa Manila...
It is an understatement to say that the Philippines is a foodie’s paradise. Every region has something unique to offer, whether people crave classic home cooking, fine dining, or even street eats. But when it comes to heritage dishes, Western Visayas usually dominates the list of culinary...
Western Visayas, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and scenic landscapes, is set to captivate the taste buds of food enthusiasts as The Manila Hotel celebrates the region’s diverse culinary delights at Café Ilang-Ilang this August. Chef Rafael 'Tibong' Jardeleza, Jr. For its latest dining...
The Capiznons don’t like being associated with aswangs but its myths are based on some of the greatest religions, cultures, and civilizations in the world There was mysticism in Roxas City that I never knew. I grew up hearing about witches in Siquijor or aswang in Antique, but I don’t know why...
When two chefs get married, expect a feast for the senses THE BIG DAY Don and Monica's grandiose ceremony screams elegance Passionate men who take pleasure in doing purposeful things are pure gold. Once Linamnam chef Don Baldsano puts his mind and heart into something, whether it’s bleeding in...
SM Group throws massive support behind Dinagyang, the mother of Philippine festivals MERRYMAKING ON CALLE REAL Contingents from different tribes of various barangays in Iloilo City presenting their dance in the Dinagyang Festival 2023 celebration at the Freedom Grandstand (Juan Carlo de Vela) Over...
Every food trip to Iloilo led by Chef Tibong is a new adventure ARRÒS NEGRE Chef Tibong's paella negra Last year, I had the pleasure of visiting the food haven of the Philippines courtesy of a dear friend, Iloilo culture champion Chef Rafael “Tibong” Jardeleza. The coverage was the annual...
The hawkers festival was the closing event for the landmark year 2021, which was capped by the declaration of Iloilo as the ‘Food Haven of the Philippines’ FESTIVE DINING A night at the street food market The pandemic’s second holiday season had a bit of semblance of normalcy as restrictions...
