If you ask Filipinos to name a brand of sardines, it will not be surprising to hear them say, “Ligo.” 2024 marks a milestone for the Ligo brand – first introduced in the Philippines in 1954 – as it celebrates its 70 th anniversary. Today, the brand continues to be enjoyed in millions of...
One of the world’s best bartenders takes over the bar at Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill Philippines. World-renowned, award-winning bartender Raiza Carrera adds Manila—via the country’s premier lifestyle and leisure destination, Newport World Resorts—to her Asia tour, which features stops at...
Celebrities Rhian Ramos and Jillian Ward led the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the debut of Roccat and Chang Mama’s Breakfast Shop at Newport Resorts World Mall on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The highly anticipated Taiwanese fried chicken brand, Roccat, has officially made its debut in the Philippines...
The dining scene at Rockwell has a stellar new addition with Chef Josh Boutwood’s pop-up concept, Anvil. Evocative of the raw, powerful imagery of the traditional metalworking tool, the restaurant highlights unforgettable dining experiences with humble yet carefully selected ingredients. It is...
Foodprints woke up once again! This is my show on the Metro Channel where I go to a city (here and abroad) and feature food that viewers can get tips from. It’s basically telling people where to find delicious food. The show was on vacation for a few years until I got a call from Gie Interior of...
Photo by Kimia on Unsplash This October, Metro Manila will host two major Oktoberfest celebrations, blending Bavarian tradition with modern hospitality. One will take place in the South at Newport City, and the other in the North at Solaire Resort, both promising a memorable experience for...
SM Hypermarket’s Street Food Festival is back, running from September through October, offering food lovers a wide range of street food favorites, special promotions, and activities across select stores. Deals and promotions Shoppers can take advantage of various deals during the festival:...
Rosario Juan of Commune Cafe + Bar (Illustration by Angelo Manalo) Ros Juan's journey with coffee began long before she opened Commune—the cafe, bar, and roaster proudly serving Philippine coffee and Filipino comfort food in Poblacion, Makati City. From interning with her aunt during college to...
Carolina Macasaet, daughter of Melo’s founder, and her husband, Paul Macasaet, are set to open The Beef Bar at Molito Lifestyle Center in Alabang, with the grand opening on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. While they continue to operate Melo’s Steakhouse locations in Alabang, Quezon City, and BGC, the...
Accounting and financial advisory firm CloudCFO announced the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into its systems to enhance financial processes for its clients and empower small and medium enterprises (SMEs). During a media roundtable, Mickael Cardoso, CloudCFO's President and CEO, said...
If you’ve been around the city lately, you might have noticed something unusual—pink jeepneys popping up along busy routes. These vibrant jeepneys aren’t just eye-catching; they’re offering free rides on two routes: Cubao to Marikina and Monumento to EDSA Rotonda. What’s behind this...
When you think of gulaman, it's easy to associate it with summer desserts like halo-halo or sago’t gulaman—cool treats perfect for beating the heat. But gulaman is more than just a warm-weather staple. It’s a versatile ingredient that can bring comfort and delight no matter the season. As the...
