Valentine's Day is more than just a celebration of love—it's an opportunity to indulge in dining experiences that create lasting memories. Whether you prefer an intimate escape in a hidden culinary gem, a stylish evening with sweeping city views, or a rustic retreat infused with Mediterranean...
If there’s one thing that excites me when it comes to food, it’s the exclusivity of dishes offered by restaurants. I was fortunate enough to try one special dish at each of the three restaurants I visited over the course of two weeks. And I must say, all three are definitely worth the visit....
Last year, fast-casual restaurant Kenny Rogers Roasters and artisanal ice cream brand Merry Moo teamed up to bring Corn Muffin Ice Cream to the retail market. The innovative treat reimagines the brand’s signature corn muffins—a fan favorite—as a creamy, indulgent dessert. Made with a rich...
Photo: Unsplash Restaurant owners are raising concerns anew over the widespread use of fraudulent Persons with Disabilities (PWD) cards, warning that the abuse of these discounts is financially crippling the industry, particularly small and family-run establishments. Restaurateur David Sison,...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian called out online shopping platforms, including Shopee, Lazada, Tiktok Shop, Facebook Market, and Instagram, for allowing the sale of illicit tobacco and vapor products. At a recent Senate hearing, Gatchalian lamented that these online shopping applications have...
World Sushi Skills seminar Aspiring sushi chefs in the Philippines will have the opportunity to refine their craft at the World Sushi Skills Institute Seminar 2025, scheduled for February 5 to 7 at Enderun College. Hosted by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) in partnership with Sanriku...
The Bistro Group marked its 30th anniversary with a celebration on Jan. 28 at Hard Rock Cafe in S Maison, Pasay City, reflecting on three decades of shaping the casual dining scene in the Philippines and unveiling new restaurant concepts. It all started in 1994 when Chairman and CEO William Stelton...
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love in all its forms—whether for a significant other, family, or oneself. It stirs a mix of emotions, from longing for unspoken affection to the joy of giving and receiving love. Casa Buenas at Newport World Resorts captures the essence of love through...
Haidilao Hot Pot is expanding its presence in the Philippines with the opening of its second branch at Robinsons Galleria on Jan. 31, 2025. Located on Level 2 of the Robinsons Galleria Veranda, the new restaurant brings the internationally renowned hot pot chain closer to diners from Greenhills,...
When Maxine and Rich Sanz visited Japan back in 2016, one of their stops found them in Kyoto where they enjoyed a Sukiyaki dinner that was served dry-style, with rice on the side. Maxine was waiting for the traditional soup to come and was told that was the meal, as it was Kyoto-style sukiyaki....
GENTLEMAN FARMER Lolo Andoy helped in the rice field and drove a calesa for extra income between planting and harvesting seasons The love story of Lolo Andoy and Lola Tina, typical of their time at the start of the 20th century, could inspire today’s young men and women to be good, honest, brave,...
The intrigue is understandable—Michelin stars are the pinnacle of culinary recognition, and the possibility of the Philippines joining the ranks of Michelin-starred destinations is thrilling. Whispers have been circulating in Manila’s culinary circles: “Have you heard? A Michelin inspector...
