Year: 2019

Van Gogh Alive PH: Is it Worth It? (Sold-Out Tickets?)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

Van Gogh Alive, the world’s most-visited multi-sensory exhibition, is now open in Manila, coming from its last exhibit in Hong Kong and before moving to Taiwan. Thanks to the Bonifacio Art Foundation Inc. (BAFI), in partnership with Grande Exhibitions, for presenting Vincent Van Gogh’s iconic works in an immersive 90-minute multimedia experience on the 4th … Continue reading Van Gogh Alive PH: Is it Worth It? (Sold-Out Tickets?)

Rambla Salcedo 6-Hands: Chef Josh x Chef Alfredo x Chef Ignacio

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

Bistronomia Restaurant Series:• RUMBA // NEW Mediterranean Resto at The Shops at Ayala Triangle (A REVIEW) (2022)• LAS FLORES Alabang: Best Spanish Restaurant in the South! (2022)• Las Flores Dining+: Is Intimate Dining the New Normal? (2021)• Introducing… LAS FLORES Degustacion by Spanish Chef Ignacio Alcala! (2019)• Rambla Salcedo Makati: Best Tapas Bar in the Salcedo Neighborhood (2019)• BCN by Rambla: … Continue reading Rambla Salcedo 6-Hands: Chef Josh x Chef Alfredo x Chef Ignacio

Hokkaido’s Unkai Terrace: Sea of Clouds and Staycation at Hoshino Resorts Tomamu!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Travel, Japan

Just wanted to share this experience I had, where I didn’t need to hike to experience the breathtaking sea of clouds atop mountains where I felt like I was on top of the world! There is a breathtaking spot in Hoshino Resorts Tomamu where you can see unkai (sea of clouds) just by taking a … Continue reading Hokkaido’s Unkai Terrace: Sea of Clouds and Staycation at Hoshino Resorts Tomamu!

AirAsia Now Flies from Manila to Osaka!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Travel, Japan

At long last, travelers will have more affordable options to fly directly from Manila to Osaka on Air Asia’s new route! AirAsia, the world’s best low-cost airline for 11 years running, launched its daily flights from Manila to Osaka. The gateway to many of Japan’s largest cities, namely Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe, the Kansai Region is … Continue reading AirAsia Now Flies from Manila to Osaka!

HOKKAIDO AUTUMN: Awesome Itinerary!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Travel, Japan

Hokkaido is surely popular as a winter destination, but you might just change your mind after seeing this autumn itinerary we’ve prepared… Traveling around Hokkaido is one of the best things you can do in Japan in autumn. Due to its northern location, Hokkaido sees the autumn leaves before anywhere else in Japan. The area … Continue reading HOKKAIDO AUTUMN: Awesome Itinerary!

TALISAY by Chef Tatung: This Modern Filipino Restaurant in Maginhawa

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

As featured in 10 Best NEW Homegrown Restaurants in Manila of 2019! TALISAY, the signature restaurant of Chef Tatung Sarthou of Netflix Streetfood fame, features modern Filipino cuisine that includes recipes from his hometown in Talisay, Cebu.  This comeback restaurant is the summary of all lessons learned from past private dining experiences, restaurant failures and … Continue reading TALISAY by Chef Tatung: This Modern Filipino Restaurant in Maginhawa

Haunted Manila Halloween: Official Festival Guide!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: Events

Buy your Festival Tickets Now! (with promo code: OAPxHMF) Here’s the official guide for the first-ever Haunted Festival Manila! See you there! About Haunted Manila Haunted Manila Festival offers 6 nights of festivities simply because one night is not enough. #HMF2019 celebrates Filipino culture with music, film, and adventure with a jam-packed schedule of events … Continue reading Haunted Manila Halloween: Official Festival Guide!

Keng Eng Kee: Zi Char Cuisine in Manila!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

Zi Char Singaporean food is home-cooked wok-fried food that is like hawker street flavors in a kopitiam setting. It’s an array of creative dishes influenced by Malay, Indian and Peranakan flavors usually served in hearty family sharing style portions. Zi Char kitchens are known for their signature noodle, vegetable stir-fry and seafood specialties. Keng Eng … Continue reading Keng Eng Kee: Zi Char Cuisine in Manila!

METRONOME by Chef Miko Calo: The Best French Bistro in Manila? (Review)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

As featured in 10 Best NEW Homegrown Restaurants in Manila of 2019! METRONOME is a modern French restaurant in Makati by Joël Robuchon-trained Chef Miko Calo, RJ Galang of Bakere/Man Eat Manila fame, Restaurateur Elbert Cuenca and Alain Borgers, formerly from the Shangri-La Group. This is the much-anticipated restaurant opening of 2019 in Manila because … Continue reading METRONOME by Chef Miko Calo: The Best French Bistro in Manila? (Review)

Because Coffee by Harlan + Holden (A Review)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

As featured in 10 Best Restaurants/Cafes of One Bonifacio High Street! This is one of the landmark cafes at the center of BGC on 5th Avenue corner Bonifacio High Street. Because Coffee by fashion brand Harlan + Holden is known to be a cashless coffee shop where you can order your coffee in advance. The … Continue reading Because Coffee by Harlan + Holden (A Review)