Osteria Daniele BGC: Kicking Off the Osteria Game in Manila

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

Osteria is a casual Italian neighborhood bistro that serves simple pasta, meat specialties (definitely no pizza) and wine. Osteria Daniele, named after one of the partners of the Bistronomia group of Rambla fame, kicks off the battle of Osteria in Manila. Here’s what our team thinks of Osteria Daniele in Manila… OSTERIA DANIELE Ground Floor, … Continue reading Osteria Daniele BGC: Kicking Off the Osteria Game in Manila

Kansai, Japan Itinerary! Exploring Osaka, Nara and Mie using the Kintetsu Railway Pass!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: Japan

Let’s chase the cherry blossoms of Kansai! Kansai or Western Japan is an area that includes Osaka, Kyoto, Nara and Mie. In spring, the region transforms into this beautiful destination filled with a sea of cherry blossom trees awash with all shades of pink. Besides cherry blossom viewing, our itinerary also included other attractions in … Continue reading Kansai, Japan Itinerary! Exploring Osaka, Nara and Mie using the Kintetsu Railway Pass!

Visit The Best Cherry Blossom Spot in Japan! (Mt. Yoshino & Nara Park Itinerary)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: Japan

Nara is my favorite place to chase Japan’s famous cherry blossoms. Here, parks, gardens, temples, and shrines are filled with this iconic image of a sea of cherry trees! Nara is also home to Mt. Yoshino where 30,000 cherry blossom trees of different varieties are planted alongside the slope of the mountain, earning its title … Continue reading Visit The Best Cherry Blossom Spot in Japan! (Mt. Yoshino & Nara Park Itinerary)

Nabano No Sato: Flower Park and Winter Illumination Guide!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: Japan

Japan has one of the most dazzling light displays, transforming their garden and cities into dazzling dreamlands adorned with thousands of colorful lights and  larger-than-life cosmic illuminations. But did you know that a place near the city of Nagoya holds the biggest illumination display in all of Japan? Nabano No Sato is a botanical garden … Continue reading Nabano No Sato: Flower Park and Winter Illumination Guide!

Epicurean Thai: Chef Ja of Benjarong x Chef Noom of Chim by Siam Wisdom x Gran Monte Wine Dinner

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

This Thai wine dinner last May 3 at Benjarong, Dusit Thani Manila was quite impressive. Dubbed as “Epicurean: A Thai Gastronomic Journey,” it featured Thanintorn Chantharawan “Chef Noom” of Michelin-starred restaurant Chim by Siam Wisdom; Visootha Lohitnavy “Nikki,” oenologist and winemaker of GranMonte; and Watcharapon Yongbanthom “Chef Ja,” Benjarong Manila’s Thai Chef de Cusine. We enjoyed the dinner … Continue reading Epicurean Thai: Chef Ja of Benjarong x Chef Noom of Chim by Siam Wisdom x Gran Monte Wine Dinner

Announcing… Digital Masterclass by Anton Diaz (Batch 2 – Now Open!)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Digital Marketing Masterclass Target Audience: Professionals, Business Owners,  Marketers even with zero experience in digital marketing. Schedule: Saturdays 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and Workshops 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at SMX Aura, Meeting Room #1 This masterclass teaches the fundamental insights on marketing as digital storytelling and how to tell your stories on different … Continue reading Announcing… Digital Masterclass by Anton Diaz (Batch 2 – Now Open!)

SHAKE SHACK Philippines: Menu, Prices and PH Exclusive Items!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Philippines

Shake Shack Ph will open on May 10! Here are the prices, menu, and exclusive items at the first Philippine Shake Shack located in Central Square BGC! Not only are we excited with the food, the reasonable price points, but also the Philippine exclusive items! From Ube Shakes, Calamansi Limoneade and of course the yummy … Continue reading SHAKE SHACK Philippines: Menu, Prices and PH Exclusive Items!

DISCOVERY PRIMEA Experience: Guide to Lovin’ Every Minute of it!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Hotels, Staycation

Updated Blog Post: Best Staycation in Manila (feat. Discovery Primea) This is the best Filipino 5-Star Hotel experience in Manila because of the signature Filipino service, the best hotel-concept restaurants and the most awesome weekend experience with the family. Here is our guide on how to love every minute of your Discovery Primea experience. DISCOVERY … Continue reading DISCOVERY PRIMEA Experience: Guide to Lovin’ Every Minute of it!

Fly to Bangkok with the Love Bus A350! @flypal

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Travel, Thailand

Forty years ago, Philippine Airlines unveiled its most innovative plane at that time, the Airbus A300B4 proudly bearing the Love Bus “kiss mark” logo. So fittingly, during PAL’s 5th anniversary, it is yet again another exciting time to fly with the revival of the Love Bus—the same iconic logo placed on their 5th ultra-modern A350 … Continue reading Fly to Bangkok with the Love Bus A350! @flypal

The Best of TAPENADE Restaurant @DiscoveryPrimea

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

Tapenade is one of our favorite restaurants in the metro for all-day dining and meetings with friends or business associates because of the salad bar and the Mediterranean take on the food. You can eat healthily and not be bloated after the meal. What’s more, each dish is something different from what’s usual in Manila. … Continue reading The Best of TAPENADE Restaurant @DiscoveryPrimea