When we think of Filipino eats foreigners should try, what usually comes to mind are savory dishes like sinigang, adobo, and the exotic balut. But in the dessert department, the iconic halo-halo dominates the list. Usually sold by streetside food stalls, the cool treat features several ingredients,...
The Lunar New Year is also about strengthening family bonds and keeping traditions alive. There are the usual wearing of the lucky colors, gift-giving, making noises to ward off the bad spirits, and, of course, serving up the best feast. The thing is, food served during the Lunar New Year isn't...
Love comes in all forms and can be shown in different ways. That is what The Manila Hotel wants to spotlight this February with a special dinner concert in partnership with Children’s First One Thousand Days Coalition (CFDC). View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Manila Hotel...
With their mission to give their families and loved ones a better future, many Filipinos are left with no choice to hop on an airplane and find better jobs in another country. In a survey reported by the Philippine Statistics Authority released in October 2023, there are around 1.96 million...
Manila Prince Hotel rolls out its red carpet for VIPs—Very Important Pets that is. Recognizing the importance of four-legged companions, the hotel offers a Furry Friends Stay Free package. Under this exclusive package, the pet fee is waived, allowing guests to bring their beloved pet cats or dogs...
Coffee time is set to become a little sweeter on Jan. 24 as Starbucks Philippines will double the government discounts on all its food and beverages on that day for the special members of the community. The coffee chain is treating senior citizens, persons with disabilities (PWDs), national...
When it comes to classic sweet pairings, some of the things that come to mind are chocolates and strawberries. The combination of the two has been iterated in many confectionery creations, from candies and pastries to cakes and ice cream. Lucky for us here in the metro, we can enjoy the flavors of...
When it comes to brewed drinks, fresh baked goods, and other eats, one of Pinoy's go-to food spots is Mary Grace Café. Sadly, the beloved café and bakeshop recently announced that its branch in Greenbelt 2 is now closed. Last Jan. 2, Mary Grace Café flagship store officially ended its operations...
When it comes to adventure, trust that Manila City has loads to offer. One can explore the historic structures in Intramuros , discover iconic masterpieces at the National Museum , read literary works at the National Library , or go on a gastronomic journey through must-visit restaurants and cafés...
When I see these items, it is close to impossible I will not drop by to try them—hamburger, fried chicken, and ribs! But my cravings vary. I can have a Big Mac attack one moment and a McChicken with extra veggies the next. It could be a Double Whopper with Cheese or a large Plant-Based Whopper or...
MEET THE BAR EXPERT Benilde School of Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management (SHRIM) educator Gioseppe Racelis A mainstay served in bars the world over, the Cosmopolitan has cemented itself as a classic cocktail. It has further gained huge popularity in the 1990s due to the long-running HBO...
Driving up north gets a little sweeter this time with the opening of Cafe France newest store. Located at the Total NLEX, the café features the brand’s beloved dishes, from breakfast delights to tasty pick-me-ups and other store signatures, as well as brewed drinks and other house blends to...
