It was a weekday, and the mood was light. Dinner with industry friends is almost always the same—good food, great conversation, a few laughs thrown across the table. That night, inside Izakaya Geronimo in Bonifacio Global City, the vibe was cozy and relaxed. For a first visit, it felt like I had...
Filipino food continues to find new ground, both at home and beyond. At the 18th Philippine Food Expo, that momentum was on full display. Held from April 17 to 19 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, the event drew more than 26,000 visitors, bringing together producers, chefs, and industry...
Afternoons by the bay usually call for something slow, maybe coffee, maybe dessert. At Conrad Manila, it now comes with a bit more spectacle. The hotel’s Brasserie on 3 has rolled out “Wonderland Reverie,” a weekend dessert buffet built around the world of Alice in Wonderland, with themed...
Landco Lifestyle Ventures (LLV), the hospitality and leisure platform of Landco Pacific Corporation, develops and manages integrated lifestyle estates, wherein real estate and hospitality are combined to deliver curated destinations across the country. Each property in its portfolio is designed to...
Some drinks come with instructions. Others come with personality. Starbucks is coming out with a new limited-time beverage lineup inspired by "The Devil Wears Prada 2," bringing four character-based drinks to stores in the Philippines starting April 29. The collection takes cues from the film’s...
Mornings at Ayala Triangle Gardens usually start the same way, coffee in hand, a quick walk before the day picks up. At Rumba, there is now another option to begin with. The Spanish-Mediterranean restaurant has introduced a breakfast menu, now served daily from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., adding an earlier...
“What did you do on your birthday?” I have been frequently asked this whole month. This author turned 40—the big four-oh—early this April, and I would inevitably answer, “Oh, I was just at home the whole day with my family and cat.” Spending nigh on two decades as a journalist, often...
Gordon Ramsay Bar and Grill Philippines is set to launch a limited-time Idiot Sandwich pop-up in Bonifacio Global City, marking the first standalone activation of the concept globally. The outdoor pop-up, located adjacent to Uptown Mall, is part of a partnership that brings the chef’s widely...
The 18th Philippine Food Expo (PFE) opened Friday at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, gathering stakeholders from across the food, beverage, agriculture, and export sectors for a three-day industry showcase. Running from April 17 to 19, the annual trade event organized by PHILFOODEX Inc....
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Friday, April 17 hailed the Office of the Ombudsman 's order for a lifestyle check on members of the House of Representatives allegedly involved as contractors in government projects. Lacson said it is “well and good” that the...
Angel’s Pizza is expanding its menu with a new lineup of pizzas and snacks, building on its reputation for bold, indulgent flavors while introducing updated takes on familiar favorites. Leading the launch is the Ultra Creamy Spinach Dip Pizza, an updated version of the brand’s well-known...
The Bevvy, a wine bar tucked inside a warehouse complex along Chino Roces Avenue, has reopened following a brief renovation, introducing a refreshed space while keeping its low-key, wine-first approach intact. Since opening, the venue has built a steady following among wine enthusiasts and industry...
