ILOILO CITY—The Filipino steamed rice wrapped in palm leaves known as pusô is synonymous with Cebu and not necessarily associated with Capiz. But in an award-winning short film, Capiznon chef Francis Dave Lacson Selorio paid homage to the rice delicacy in his native province. In “The Pusô...
In design, architecture, and even the way we move from one place to another, there are projects that simply follow trends, and then there are initiatives that set the pace for the future. Lexus has long stood at the forefront of innovation and sustainable luxury, but what makes its latest...
Bago City in Negros Occidental mourned the death of Chef Margarita Araneta Forés who has roots from Negros on Monday, Feb. 12. BAGO City, Negros Occidental Mayor Nicholas Yulo with the late Chef Margarita Araneta Forés. (Photo via Citybridge) “We join the rest of those who loved and...
CHEF YOSHI OTSUKA (Photos by Kevin Davis) A young chef's journey isn't one born in a prestigious culinary school, but rather amid the clatter of dishes and the sizzle of grills in a family-run Japanese restaurant. While chatting with 25-year-old Chef Yoshi Otsuka of Hanakazu, amid the hustle...
What makes a great fine dining restaurant? This is the question I asked myself when Arch. Carlo Calma sent me an invitation to dine at Asador Alfonso before it opened to the public in May 2024. Value for money? Taste? Proximity? Why go to a destination fine dining restaurant when you can...
Stepping inside a Crate and Barrel store evokes a distinct feeling—one that exudes calmness, refinement, and, most of all, design inspiration. Each step transforms the inviting space into a landscape of contemporary comfort, where every piece of furniture tells a story. The season's highlight,...
The Center for Culinary Arts (CCA) Manila hosted a one-day conference dubbed The Future of Food powered by Courage Asia. Discussed in the conference was a range of topics that give insight into improving not only the business side of the industry, but also looking back to traditions in search of...
Ashton, a full-service ISO-certified distributor of surfacing and home products founded in 1995, launched the Le Chic and Urban Crush Collections of Silestone by Cosentino in the recently held “Beyond the Surface: A Culinary Experience with Silestone and Dekton.” The event featured an intimate...
Casa Buenas (Photo courtesy of Newport World Resorts) If you're planning an unforgettable Valentine's Day celebration, look no further than “La Seranata,” Casa Buenas' 7-course dinner curated and prepared by Newport World Resorts' culinary maestros. The exclusive menu, crafted by Casa Buenas'...
Two widely celebrated occasions are on the horizon this February, marking a month of festivities at the iconic Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria. The first event is the Chinese New Year on the 10th, a highly auspicious day as it heralds the arrival of the Year of the Wood Dragon. Following closely on...
Renowned for connecting people through the language of ramen, Ramen Nagi has become a beacon of excellence and innovation in the culinary scene. As the restaurant marks its remarkable 10-year journey in the Philippines, the celebration culminates with an exclusive treat today, Dec. 15, 2023. For a...
Chef Tatung adds another accolade to his belt as his book "Simpol Dishkarte" wins the 2023 Best Celebrity Book in the World at the 29th World Gourmand Awards held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Nov. 28, 2023. Granting the title of "Best in the World" since 1995, the World Gourmand Awards were founded...
