2022 Recap 2023 Restart
Every chef’s dream is to open his own restaurant; Chef Bruce Lim’s dream was fulfilled last Wednesday when he finally open up his own place called simply as Chef’s Table.
I absolutely love XO, which is an eXtra Ordinary chili sauce with yummy bits of scallops and other secret stuff. One of the reasons we go to Chinese restaurants in hotels is that you can order unlimited servings of XO! We also love the XO Sauce created by Claude Tayag — it’s one of the … Continue reading XO Kitchen, Manila – I Love the XO but not the Kitchen yet…
Chinese chefs from Singapore preparing the dimsum for Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao. Finally, THE Crystal Jade that foodies are raving about in Hong Kong and Singapore is now in the Philippines! No, it’s not the old Crystal Jade in old Greenbelt; to distinguish itself, the restaurant’s name indicates its Shanghainese specialties — … Continue reading THE Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao (Now – Crystal Jade Shanghai Delight)
L’Entrecôte is Swiss Chef Martin’s local adaptation of the popular L’Entrecôte in Paris with its own special secret sauce.The concept originated in Geneva, and it is the popular nickname of iconic group of restaurants by the Gineste de Saurs family serving only Steak and Pommes Frites (French Fries in Europe).
Our Awesome Planet and City Delivery are proud to launch the first home-based foodie delivery service in the Philippines.
Finally, a garlic-themed restaurant showcasing the different flavors of garlic has opened in Manila. The Bistro group (think Friday’s) got the great insight that Filipinos love garlic. In fact, my friend Ardy had a garlic-themed restaurant concept before, but it just never materialized.
Finally, Ukkokei Ramen Ron has serious competition in serving the best authentic Japanese Ramen in Manila. You have to try both Ukkokei in Pasay Road and Ramen Bar in Eastwood, then weigh in on the debate as to which one has the best ramen in town. 🙂 The BEST RAMEN in Manila Series 2013: RAMEN … Continue reading Ramen Bar – One of the Best Authentic Japanese Ramen Places in Manila?
Patricia, an avid reader of OAP, gave me this foodie tip about her mom’s Paella Valenciana, which is a by-order, home-based business in Tomas Morato. I got intrigued because:
The “Beef Fingers Burger” of Balkan Express Serbian cuisine is relatively unknown in Manila. Thanks to Balkan Express, foodies can now discover what it is, particularly the meat-based dishes that both Filipinos and Serbians would love. 🙂
The creators of Romulo Cafe have transformed some dilapidated adjacent apartments into a classy, lounge-y hangout that offers Asian-Mediterranean Fusion cuisine. No doubt, Cerchio will be a hit in the Tomas Morato area as the owners continue to show how a modern restaurant should be done. Bravo!
