Sinigang na baboy Watching the live coverage of the official visit of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. brought back memories of another president, another US visit—President Ferdinand E. Marcos’ state visit to Washington in 1982. It was a very interesting time for political analysts and...
Pancit Lucban Despite its relatively small land mass, the Philippines is extensively segmented into administrative divisions of 17 regions, 81 provinces, 148 cities, 1,486 municipalities, and 42,029 barangays. This aspect of the Southeast Asian country makes Filipino culture so diverse while...
Chef Rob Pengson, Discovery Primea executive chef Luis Chikiamco, and Flame’s Josper Grill are the stars of Flame’s May 19 edition of its continuing “Elements of Flavor” series. This special dinner will highlight charcoal-grilled creations of the two chefs, in each of the bountiful seven...
Looking for a unique Mother's Day foodie destination that's just in the metro? This special limited-time-menu at the Marco Polo Ortigas Manila is perfect for this weekend's special celebration with mom. Cebu, known as the Queen City of the South, is a well-known tourist destination brimming with...
This Mother’s Day, Paradise Dynasty restaurant invites everyone on a gastronomic journey featuring its take on Chinese cuisine. Paradise Dynasty Located at Conrad S Maison, SM Aura Premier, and The Podium, Paradise Dynasty is best known for its eight-flavored xiao long baos. Colored soup dumplings...
“Mana, mana” talaga. My mom was a “tsitserya” addict. She had this image of being a gourmet because of television. Funny what an image can do. Little did many people know my mom’s favorite food was corned beef and pork and beans. She also loved eating them straight from the can. She loved...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has called on other Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) leaders to ensure food self-sufficiency and security in the region to attain overall human security. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Photo courtesy of PCO) Marcos made the call...
Kind, nurturing, loving, and generous—these are some of the words that perfectly describe our Moms or the people who stand as mothers in our lives. They are the first people to cheer us up, shower us with love, and are always ready to catch us every time we fall. That’s why this Mother’s Day,...
LABUAN BAJO, Indonesia — In order to harness the potential of the region, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has urged the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to double its efforts in priority areas, including addressing its aging population, climate action, and expanding the...
Mother’s Day weekend is always a great excuse to embark on "cheat days." And given the Filipino’s sweet tooth, you know how gladly we'll welcome that opportunity. Here’s a rundown of some of my favorite sweet go-to’s this year. Some are newly discovered and I’ve been pining for more of...
Kadiwa stores in the country play an important role in the lives of Filipinos in need amid inflation, a central bank official said. Through a statement issued by the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) monetary board member Bruce Tolentino stressed the...
Starting out as a food stall in Okada Manila, Pavarotti has gained a great following thanks to the authentic Italian dishes. After five years and battling the challenges of the pandemic, the food brand is now ready to welcome its patrons and anyone hungry for Italian cuisine to its restaurant. ...
