THE INVITING facade of La Virginia For many Filipino families, Lent is a time of reflection, quiet traditions, and meaningful meals. But for acclaimed culinary artist Chef Heny Sison and restaurateur Queenie Paras, it is also a season that continues to shape their relationship with food—and...
Michelin-recognized chef Jereme Leung is making a much-anticipated return to China Blue, his signature restaurant at Conrad Manila, with a limited-time multi-course menu that celebrates Chinese culinary heritage through innovative technique and exceptional ingredients. Running from April 22 to 30,...
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila (@lansonplacemallofasia) This Holy Week, Lanson Place Mall of Asia is spotlighting food at the heart of its Easter festivities with a celebratory buffet at Cyan Modern Kitchen and a space-themed egg hunt for children....
Piolo Pascual arrives at the Pasig Elementary School for the launch of his new philanthropic endeavor as food bank Rise Against Hunger Philippines’ ambassador. Last April 2, Piolo Pascual made Pasig Elementary School’s young students with special needs very happy. Piolo arrived at the...
Grand Hyatt Manila is marking the Easter season with limited-time offerings across its signature restaurants, featuring seafood dishes, specialty desserts, and afternoon tea sets available throughout April. Try the pineapple-infused Easter cake with a refreshing and light flavor At...
Cebu’s dynamic food scene is evolving—and SM Supermalls leads the charge. With a commitment to redefining the malling experience, SM has become the home of first-in-Cebu dining concepts, global brands, and Michelin-recognized names. From the shoreline views of SM Seaside City Cebu to the...
Ambassador Fontanel opening Remarks In an elegant ballroom at Fairmont Makati, the air was filled with the fragrance of French wine and spirits as the 2025 edition of Tastin’ France Manila unfolded on April 7. The annual event, organized by CCI France Philippines in collaboration with...
When Stephan Duhesme of Metiz fame opened the Automat directly above his Metiz at Karrivin Studios, the professed vision was to find a happy medium between fine dining and a casual eatery. It would still highlight his French twists on Filipino cuisine, but the Automat would be happy to broaden the...
As the Lenten season continues, Cold Storage Seafood invites Filipinos to enjoy the tradition with fresh, easy-to-make, and nutritious seafood meals that suit any kitchen or cooking skill level. This year, the company is spotlighting three versatile offerings — Black Cod (Gindara), Norwegian...
LongHorn Steakhouse at the Streetscape, Shangri-La Plaza Mall Filipinos may now enjoy LongHorn Steakhouse’s legendary steaks as The Bistro Group brought in LongHorn’s first-ever restaurant in the country. Opened for casual diners on April 11 at the Streetscape Level 1, Edsa Shangri-la Plaza...
The heat in Eastwood that day arrived early, slow and deliberate, like everything during Holy Week. The streets were quieter, the shops open but subdued. A kind of calm had settled over the city. It was a week of reflection, of restraint—and for those observing, a time when even meals took on...
IBF Chairperson Mme. Pamela Manalo, together with SHOM Chair for Charitable Giving Mme. Michelle Hejcova , IBF President Consul Betty Ang, Mme Indri P. Akyol, Monsieur Arkadiusz Tracz pose for a photograph with the beneficiaries. On April 4th, the Spouses of Heads of Mission...
