The National Book Development Board (NBDB), the country’s book authority, sees the Philippine Book Festival (PBF) as a burgeoning marketplace for Filipino-authored books. “We created a marketplace for Philippine books because it’s difficult for Filipinos to easily access them. We sat...
IMMACULATE TASTE The buro-inspired Fregola by Boutwood and Callo The Child Protection Network (CPN) Philippines had their annual fundraising dinner, and for a change, had three chefs on board - Miko Callo, Josh Boutwood, and Shangri-la’s Executive Chef Joris Rycken. It was a five-course...
Northern Thailand is a place of pause. The air is different, softer, quieter, touched with the scent of temple incense and the cool mist of the mountains. It is a land of gilded rooftops and open roads, of monks walking barefoot at dawn, of rivers that carry stories across borders. In...
Guam, USA, only 3.5 hours from Manila, perfectly blends relaxation, adventure, and rich cultural traditions. With pristine beaches, luxury accommodations, and a history intertwined with the Philippines, Guam feels both familiar and exciting. March is the ideal time to visit for a cultural...
The Westin Manila executive chef Rej and Cosmic Philippines executive chef Rodel cook up vegan renditions to classic Filipino comfort food On Mondays from March 10 to April 14, 2025, Seasonal Tastes transforms. The Westin Manila, in collaboration with Cosmic Philippines, reimagines Filipino comfort...
Welcome to the dining landscape, Osteria Antica. It’s a brand-new day in the Wildflour Hospitality Group as both restaurateur Ana Lorenzana de Ocampo and chef Walter Manzke personally welcomed us to a preview of their new baby, a showcase of a dining establishment, the Osteria Antica. And...
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Raffles Makati (@rafflesmakatihotel) Manila Bulletin was invited to an exclusive tasting at Raffles Makati’s Long Bar, where history meets craftsmanship in a glass. The event unveiled "Dear Manila," a special cocktail menu crafted in collaboration with...
Nutrition is a cornerstone of family well-being, yet many Filipino households face challenges in providing balanced meals. A recent study commissioned by the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) highlights a gap between dietary needs and actual consumption habits, revealing evolving nutritional...
We live in a time where the hustle never stops, and sleep often gets pushed to the backburner. We’re all guilty of pulling all-nighters or burning the midnight oil, thinking it’s the price we pay for success. But here’s the hard truth: sacrificing sleep for success can end up costing...
Self-care used to mean face masks and bubble baths. While those still have their place, modern self-care is about something deeper—taking charge of how we age, how we feel, and how we show up in the world. It’s about investing in longevity, not just beauty. Today, we have access...
Jude Tiotuico is coming close to two decades of creating exquisite metal work and sculptures that are statement pieces at several stately homes and public spaces. Based in Pampanga, his Industria showroom at Greenbelt Residences, Makati, is where his creations find a way to reach a wider...
CLINICAL MATTERS In the year 2000, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC) declared that measles in the US had been eliminated. This meant that there was no continuous spread of measles in that country for more than twelve months. Sporadic cases from imported infections...
