Independence Day celebrations often revolve around flags, ceremonies, and patriotic songs. At Fina in Nustar Resort Cebu, the occasion will be marked through a different medium: food. On June 12 at 7 p.m., Fina, Nustar Resort Cebu 's Filipino dining concept, will host “MALAYA, Flavors of...
It is a comforting thought knowing that sometimes—especially when you think you know them all—you can still discover new gems and delightful foodie spots in the metro. Or it could be that I am simply woefully unaware and late to the latest trends in the city. I blame my millennial self for...
On the fifth floor of what looks like any other office building in Makati sits a cafe unlike any other. In fact, it does not describe itself to be a cafe. The Lost Islands is an experience. Serving as the official shop for the Lost Islands Center for Kape (LICK), The Lost Islands at Karravin...
Despite being a Quezon City (QC) resident, I have never really tried Some Thai, famed in Tomas Morato. I’ve heard the good reviews, but never really found the chance to try it. Luckily, after meeting Jorge Mendez at his other QC restaurant, Mugen Ramenya, I was invited to the opening of the third...
As awareness of health and wellness continues to grow, the need for clear, practical, and trustworthy guidance becomes even more important as individuals become more conscious and cautious about heart-related conditions such as hypertension. Choosing what’s good for you can start in the kitchen,...
Preparing hearty meals, making appetizing food, and crafting dishes that appeal to taste — these are what most people commonly associate with the profession of a chef. However, behind every delectable dish, chefs also spend time planning menus, selecting high-quality ingredients, overseeing...
With all the kitchen collaborations out there, it is rare to find a synergy between two groups that really works. This match made in heaven—or perhaps the underworld—is one of those that hits the spot perfectly. Chefs Noel Mauricio and Jackson Chua of The Underbelly, the now-famous rebellious...
My very first Facebook video, circa 2009, is of me with my older sister’s barkada, eating at Italianni 's BGC. But my memory of that place goes well beyond their BGC branch. I have memories with my dearly departed mother, ordering and ordering extra bread, to savor their yummy olive oil and...
The best dinners are often the ones that leave us feeling both full and inspired. At Prime Roast Night at Antonio’s at PGA Cars, the conversation went beyond ribeyes and premium cuts, opening up a deeper appreciation for technique, craftsmanship, and the many ways beef can be thoughtfully...
Today, despite a wealth of studies over the years on seed oils, people are suddenly questioning their safety and nutritional value. The simple reality is that it is widely accepted by health care providers and scientific experts that seed oils are high in unsaturated fats or “good” fats as well...
French cuisine takes over once again at The Manila Hotel as the historic property joins the worldwide celebration of Goût de France 2026 with a specially curated dining experience at the hotel’s Champagne Room. Available until May 31, the limited-time set menu highlights classic French flavors...
The Claudio Teehankee Foundation and the Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation recently held a book preview of Veritas Integritas Justitia: The Life and Times of Claudio Teehankee at the historic Club Filipino in Greenhills on the occasion of Chief Justice Claudio Teehankee’s 108th birth...
