Author: Abigail Javellana

FOO’D /fú-dō/: Accessible Italian Pop Cuisine by Chef Davide Oldani!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Restaurants, Bonifacio Global City

As featured 10 Most Awesome NEW (Franchised) Restaurants in Manila 2016! FooDee Global Concepts (the same people behind the successful Tim Ho Wan, Todd English, Mesa, and Sunnies Cafe) has brought Michelin Star Chef Davide Oldani‘s pop cuisine concept FOO’D (/fú-dō/) to Manila. Chef Oldani defines “pop cuisine” as accessible luxury cuisine with Italian roots, taking … Continue reading FOO’D /fú-dō/: Accessible Italian Pop Cuisine by Chef Davide Oldani!

BLUEWATER SUMILON: South Cebu’s Eco Luxury Private Island Getaway!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Hotels, #Travel, Cebu

Bluewater Sumilon Beach Resort is one of Cebu’s high-end resorts situated on the 24-hectare Sumilon island off the tip of Southern Cebu. The word Sumilon comes from the word “sumilong”, which means to take refuge, as the island’s caves serve as shelters for fishermen from incoming storms. The island itself is filled with history and … Continue reading BLUEWATER SUMILON: South Cebu’s Eco Luxury Private Island Getaway!

Cebu Food Trip: Eat Like a Local in Cebu! (2016)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Restaurants, #Travel, Cebu

Cebu, the country’s oldest city, has so much more to offer than the famed Sinulog Festival, with century-old churches, long white sandy beaches, world class diving, unspoiled countryside, and a rich culinary history – Cebu City has something for everyone! Food is central to the Cebuano experience! Your trip wouldn’t be complete without tasting the best … Continue reading Cebu Food Trip: Eat Like a Local in Cebu! (2016)

PAWIKAN FESTIVAL: Help Save the Turtles!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Philippines

The Pawikan Festival is held yearly at the Pawikan Conservation Center in Morong, Bataan. The main activity here is the releasing of the baby pawikan, which are hatched in the conservation center. Every year, during the festivities, they invite visitors and thousands of students from the provinces to promote awareness and also be treated to … Continue reading PAWIKAN FESTIVAL: Help Save the Turtles!

Manila’s 8-Hands Dinner to Celebrate CCA Manila’s 20th Anniversary Milestone!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Philippines

The Center for Culinary Arts (CCA) “8-Hands Anniversary Gala Dinner” is the kick-off event for a week of different celebrations commemorating CCA Manila‘s 20th year as the leading professional culinary school in the Philippines. With the theme “Old, Gold, and Bold,” four of the country’s top chefs joined hands for a collaboration dinner that reinterpreted … Continue reading Manila’s 8-Hands Dinner to Celebrate CCA Manila’s 20th Anniversary Milestone!

BLUEWATER MARIBAGO: Authentic Cebuano Staycation Experience! (Photo Essay)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Hotels, Cebu

Bluewater Maribago Beach Resort is one of Cebu’s high-end resorts situated on the 7-hectare tropical paradise of Mactan Island, Cebu. You’ll get that Filipino lifestyle experience whenever you’re staying at Bluewater’s group of resorts. From indulging in their Pinoy-themed buffets and staying in their modern Filipino rooms, down to the warmest greetings from their fully employed … Continue reading BLUEWATER MARIBAGO: Authentic Cebuano Staycation Experience! (Photo Essay)

THE FRUIT GARDEN 2016: Luxurious Christmas Dreams, Orange Gingerbread Marmalade, and Toile de Jouy Packaging!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Restaurants

The Fruit Garden by Pierre Marmonier is an artisanal jam brand, famed for using natural local and international fruits cooked in traditional French-style recipes. For this festive season, the company produced Christmas-themed jams in a lovely Toile de Jouy packaging, perfect for gift giving. Here’s what’s to expect from the Fruit Garden’s 2016 Festive Collection… … Continue reading THE FRUIT GARDEN 2016: Luxurious Christmas Dreams, Orange Gingerbread Marmalade, and Toile de Jouy Packaging!

TOKYO MILK CHEESE FACTORY: Japan’s Popular Milk Cheese Cookies now in Manila!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Restaurants

Finally, Japan’s popular confectionery Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory is now open in Manila! They are known for their luxurious treats made from the finest ingredients–Hokkaido milk and the world’s best cheeses. Light, crispy, and melt-in-your-mouth, these cookies are sure to get you hooked! In addition to their signature Salt & Camembert, Honey & Gorgonzola, and … Continue reading TOKYO MILK CHEESE FACTORY: Japan’s Popular Milk Cheese Cookies now in Manila!

CALABOO: Awesome Carabao Milk Butter & Premium Carabao Cheese! @GawadKalingaHQ

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Restaurants, Gawad Kalinga

CalaBoo Creamery is a Social Enterprise by GK Enchanted Farm in partnership with the Philippine Carabao Center, who aims to fulfill the Filipino dream of ending poverty for smallholder farmers, by producing proudly Filipino farm fresh milk from grass-fed carabao products that are naturally healthy and yummy! They produce some of the best dairy products … Continue reading CALABOO: Awesome Carabao Milk Butter & Premium Carabao Cheese! @GawadKalingaHQ

SAGADA CELLAR DOOR: Agadulay’s Kitchen Igorot Dinner and Sagada Craft Beer Experience! (A Review)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Restaurants, #Travel

CELLAR DOOR by Andrew Chinaplan Jr. and Binggirl Clements is Sagada’s first and only private dining, wine cellar, and craft brewery place. Bing prepares her signature Igorot and Ilonggo Buffet (at least 3 hours prior reservation required) at Agadulay’s Kitchen. They can also serve a French Buffet by Sagada-based French Chef Aklay, but you have to reserve … Continue reading SAGADA CELLAR DOOR: Agadulay’s Kitchen Igorot Dinner and Sagada Craft Beer Experience! (A Review)