The taste of iconic Bacolod Chicken Inasal has been loved by many Filipinos, especially those from its place of origin, Bacolod City. This dish is a cultural and culinary icon in the Philippines known for its distinct flavor that screams Filipino spices and tender texture. In fact, it has been...
THE HONG KONG EYE A spectacular high point at Central Harbourfront, the venue of this year's Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival Following last year’s post-pandemic return with a bang, the Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival is showcasing over 350 booths, offering quality wine, as well as spirits and...
Bacardi, the multi-awarded rum brand, has launched a limited-edition Bacardi bottle featuring a glow-in-the-dark design for Halloween. Media representatives were invited to a food pairing event showcasing these Halloween-themed cocktails. No Halloween celebration is complete without spooky...
When I received an invitation from Abigail Sy, co-founder and managing director of Bravefoods Global Concepts Holdings, for a private tasting party of their latest venture, I knew I couldn’t miss out. In the short period of time that I’ve known her and her husband Kim Sy—who is the...
This Halloween, Jose Cuervo is celebrating Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with the launch of its limited-edition Calavera bottles, available in the Philippines this October. These bottles, adorned with vibrant designs, are more than just containers for the tequila brand’s popular Especial...
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan has reopened this year after a challenging recovery from Typhoon Odette, which struck Cebu in December 2021. Located in Lapu-Lapu City, the resort was among many properties that faced significant damage during the storm. After months of restoration, Crimson has...
Photo by Andrew Sacriz on Unsplash Jollibee, the Philippines-based fast-food giant, has secured its spot as the top food brand in Southeast Asia for 2024, but it’s not the only one gaining traction. The list, compiled by Campaign Asia, showcases a mix of local and international brands. Lotteria,...
1983 means 41 years, and that’s how long the Japanese restaurant Sugi has been around. Greenbelt Arcade was the very first location, and there was even a Sugi in Greenhills. And yes, it’s in Makati where Sugi has become such an institution, the first dining haven for many generations of...
The Ortigas skyline once again lights up in pink as Marco Polo Ortigas Manila welcomes October in support of its Pinktober initiative, aimed at raising awareness for breast cancer. This year, the hotel partners with Cardinal Santos Medical Center to enhance its advocacy. To commemorate Pinktober,...
The Your Local x Cold Storage collaboration happens on October 24 and 25. Called The Local’s Catch, it will feature an eight-course seafood dinner, with two seatings each night: one at 6 p.m. and another at 8:30 p.m. It’s a partnership for a more sustainable future, as Cold Storage will provide...
It’s not every day that a restaurant group best known for burgers and ribs takes on the cause of feline welfare. But on Oct. 16, Hard Rock Cafe Manila, part of The Bistro Group—known for restaurants like Italianni’s and TGI Friday’s—did just that by hosting a Global Cat Day awareness...
JOURNEY'S END The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is located in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. This magnificent Romanesque cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the final destination of the Way of St. James pilgrimage route | Photo by Andrea Fontalvo on Unsplash For those who dream of...
