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)

VBQ: Best of Vietnamese BBQ and Bang! Bang! Bar in Poblacion

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

Vietnamese cuisine is trending, and if you are craving for a taste of Vietnam, this is the place to go for a satisfying fix in Poblacion, Makati. VBQ is Chef Mikel Zaguirre’s streetside Vietnamese barbecue and hot pot place with a Vietcong-themed Bang! Bang! Bar. This is a great spot to have dinner to kick-off … Continue reading VBQ: Best of Vietnamese BBQ and Bang! Bang! Bar in Poblacion

Sweeney Todd Musical Thriller in Manila: Why You’ll Lovett!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Sweeney Todd Musical Manila celebrates the play’s 40th anniversary on Broadway and Atlantis Productions’ 20th year with a star-studded cast led by Lea Salonga as Mrs. Lovett and Jett Pangan as Sweeney Todd. The performances are way different from those of Audie Gemora as Sweeney Todd and Menchu Launchengco-Yulo as Mrs. Lovett during Repertory Philippines’ … Continue reading Sweeney Todd Musical Thriller in Manila: Why You’ll Lovett!

comGateway: Shop Unique Products from US Stores and Ship to Manila in 10 days!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Here’s the secret to shopping from US stores to get unique products not available in Manila at the most cost-effective rate and fastest delivery possible… via comGateway service! Yugi already got his Steve of Minecraft costume from a Halloween store in the US just in time for Trick or Treat. You still have time to … Continue reading comGateway: Shop Unique Products from US Stores and Ship to Manila in 10 days!

Sofitel Manila Crayfish Party 2019! (Photo Essay)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Philippines

Every summer in August, Swedes throw a party in honor of a very special crustacean! Last September 14, 2019, guests feasted on bountiful servings of imported crayfish and Nordic spreads, drank free-flowing beer, dressed in Viking costumes and danced to the festive music as Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, in partnership with NordCham Philippines and Philippines … Continue reading Sofitel Manila Crayfish Party 2019! (Photo Essay)

Central Japan Itinerary: Toyama, Nagano, Gifu! (Sunny Days Roadtrip)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Travel, Japan

There is a good number of great cities in Central Japan such as Toyama, Nagano and Gifu, which are full of history, culture, nature and quiet countryside scenes. Join us as we visit the oldest castle in Japan, stay overnight at a 200-year old gassho-zukuri homestay with a local family and even try one of the … Continue reading Central Japan Itinerary: Toyama, Nagano, Gifu! (Sunny Days Roadtrip)