On his fourth menu, Jorge presents the Orient as he has experienced it—bursting with colors, flavors, and untapped potential. Chef Jorge Mendez further elevates his craft with his latest menu, Asian Leg 2.0 . Building on the success of the previous menu, this second iteration takes patrons...
Photo from Facebook | Carlo's Bacolod Chicken House Express CHE In the early '80s, a stall with a blue-and-white chicken logo opened just across from Don Bosco in Makati. It was a barbecue chicken stall that originated in Bacolod. I’d never heard of, let alone tasted, this provincial...
Holiday Afternoon Tea Set Ushering in the holiday spirit, The Westin Manila celebrated Nov. 6 with a grand Christmas tree lighting ceremony in the hotel lobby. The 25-foot tree, adorned with ornaments made from local materials, features a nature-inspired theme. Drawing from biophilia—the human...
Fillet and lobster tail The Bistro Group is wrapping up the year with an impressive addition to its roster: Morton’s The Steakhouse, which will open its doors on November 25 at Uptown East Gate, Bonifacio Global City (BGC). Known globally for its prime USDA-aged steaks and upscale dining...
Hawker Chan Philippines, a name synonymous with authentic Singaporean street food, has announced the launch of "Hawker Platefulls," an all-in-one meal platter series designed to bring a taste of Singapore to Filipino diners. Known for its affordability and authenticity, the new platters offer a...
The Figaro Coffee Group and Pepsi Cola Philippines are bringing festive cheer this holiday season with a Christmas Raffle Promo, offering a chance to win grand prizes. From Oct. 15 to Dec. 31, customers who purchase food items with Pepsi products at participating Figaro Coffee Group outlets...
Seattle’s Best Coffee announces the launch of its latest Brownie Javakula collection, adding a twist to the fan-favorite Brownie Javakula. With the introduction of three new creations, brownie lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike are in for a treat. The Classic Brownie Javakula, known for its rich...
With November upon us, the excitement of the upcoming party season is just around the corner. Here are three of my recent discoveries for dining destinations that offer something for everyone—whether you’re in the mood for gourmet coffee and pastries, Latin American-inspired dishes, or fresh...
A five-course Filipino-French gourmet dinner was served by guest Chefs Lisa Revilla and David Thien at the Admiral Club Manila Bay in Admiral Hotel on Sept. 19, 2024, as part of the International Manila Food and Wine Festival 2024. The event introduced to diners Filipino-French gastronomy using...
This October, Yogorino Philippines celebrates its anniversary with a fresh array of menu offerings and a unique, luxurious twist on frozen yogurt. Since the Italian brand's flagship branch opened in Makati City in 2018, Yogorino has grown to 25 stores nationwide, cementing its place in the local...
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), an agency under the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), has issued a warning to the public about scams, particularly those related to online bookings. (Photo from Unsplash) “While our fellow Filipinos...
The Manila Hotel presents its hauntingly good Halloween-themed cookies and cocktails just in time for the spookiest night of the year. Spooktacular Bites Get into Halloween spirit with our frightfully delicious cookies—ghosts, bats, and jack-o-lanterns—baked to perfection and a touch of spooky...
