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Mamonaku Kohi is a next-wave, specialty iced kohi Japanese-inspired coffee shop, with its flagship store established in Gyud Food UP Diliman in 2023. As I write this, we are in the process of opening our 3rd, 4th, and 5th stores, while also promoting the brand at the Philippine Franchise Expo 2024 to seek Kohi Partners … Continue reading The Mamonaku Kohi Story… (How it All Started?)
Food on Four stands as SM Aura’s premier food hall nestled on the fourth-floor cinema level. I was pleasantly surprised by its evolution into a higher-end food court, reminiscent of Grid in Rockwell, yet still boasting excellent value for money options. One noticeable feature is the implementation of bright LED lights, simulating sunlight and enhancing … Continue reading The BEST of Food on Four! @SMAuraPremier (First Impressions)
Cantabria Manila is a captivating Spanish restaurant that draws its inspiration from Chef Chele’s roots in the picturesque landscapes and coastal flavors of Cantabria. With a focus on seafood, particularly the exquisite anchovies and fresh Turbot fish sourced directly from the northern reaches of Spain, the restaurant offers a delightful culinary journey. Chef Chele’s traditional … Continue reading Discovering Cantabria Manila by Chef Chele Gonzalez
Common Man Coffee Roasters: There’s nothing ordinary about this Singaporean Cafe operated by Jollibee in Ayala Triangle Gardens. It commands attention with its signature bar countertop, offering a panoramic view of the entire garden. The interior exudes a comfortable air-conditioned ambiance, while the wide-open windows allow the refreshing garden breeze to flow in. The optimal … Continue reading Common Man Coffee Roasters Makati (Review)
Uma Nota Manila, translating to Single Note in Brazil, stands as the third and finest iteration, following Hong Kong and Paris. This establishment offers Brazilian Japanese cuisine and delightful cultural surprises. The venue, formerly occupied by the Ministry of Crab in Manila, has been transformed into a mystical dungeon with a preserved tree centerpiece imported … Continue reading UMA NOTA in Manila! (First Impressions)
Welcome, Ms. Marta Fernandez Martin, Spain Tourism Board! @ Gallery by Chele It was a delightful experience reconnecting with colleagues during the media gathering in collaboration with the Spanish Tourism Board. The event celebrated the arrival of Ms. Martin, Director of the Spain Tourism Board, as the new Tourism Counsellor of the Embassy of Spain … Continue reading Welcome, Ms. Marta Fernandez Martin, Spain Tourism Board! @ Gallery by Chele
(Save this recommendations on your next food trip in Gyud Food.) Gyud Food is the go-to community food center in Manila and proudly holds the title of the best canteen in any university in the country, proudly situated in UP Diliman Campus. Taking inspiration from Singaporean hawker centers and evolving from the pop-up marketings into … Continue reading Secrets of Gyud Food UP Diliman! (Food Guide)
Jasmine continues to be the go to Chinese restaurant for the discerning Chinese family celebrations. This Lunar New Year, Chef Brandon Ng now helms the Jasmine Kitchen and offers one of the auspicious Chinese Lauriats in Manila to welcome the Year of the Wooden Dragon. Geomancer Patrick Lim Fernandez of Yin and Yang Shop of … Continue reading JASMINE: Auspicious Chinese Lauriat to Welcome the Dragon Year!
Shang Palace is one of our favorite Chinese Restaurants in Manila ever since our 6750 days working for a prestigious multinational company. It reopened last August with the revival of the Makati Shangri La hotel. It continues to be elegant as you walk in but not intimidating and the Chinese blood red motif gives you … Continue reading SHANG PALACE: A Special Dragon Year Lauriat!
Brunch Bureau aims to revolutionize the Brunch Food Movement in Manila by turning every plate into a culinary masterpiece inspired by global brunch trends. The goal is to make everyday brunch dining exceptional, featuring coffee from 7 Seeds of Melbourne, a renowned coffee supplier since 2007 known for transparently sourced and roasted beans. Recently, they … Continue reading BRUNCH BUREAU: Best Brunch Place in Molito
