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    Them Apples

    Hassle Free Chicken with...

    April 26, 2013

    We all have those days that seem like one big hassle. I know I’ve had my share! From waking up on the wrong side of the bed to dealing with people who we’d rather not have to interact with EVER...

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    The A-Team

    Kooky for Cukay's

    April 10, 2013

    Add a bit of sweetness to your summer with Cukay's cakes and cupcakes!

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    Them Apples

    Tapas for Merienda at...

    March 25, 2013

    Sometimes the best way to enjoy Pinoy food is in tapas form - and this is why NamNam Comfort Filipino is so special.

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    Them Apples

    Delicious (Con)Fusion at...

    March 21, 2013

    Five words: Six-hour slow roast porchetta.

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    Me and My Big Mouth

    Asian Flavors

    March 11, 2013

    When you hear espresso, you think of loud, passionate Italians who order their tiny cups of espresso in busy bars, down it in minutes, and scoff at anyone who orders coffee with milk after...

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    Them Apples

    Kitsch and Burger Steaks at...

    March 11, 2013

    Japanese burger steaks and Japanese popular culture all rolled into one kawaii little package at The Grove.

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    Them Apples

    Nostalgia Hits at Rufo's Tapa

    March 06, 2013

    Because 50 peso tapa and good company is priceless.

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    Them Apples

    Combos Bread: The Turkish...

    February 25, 2013

    Wait. What's that Turkish restaurant REALLY called?

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    Them Apples

    Pasig's Secret Singaporean...

    February 19, 2013

    Tucked deep in Pasig is a little-known but super cool place that serves legit Singaporean food. Definitely worth the drive!

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    The A-Team

    Cocina in Marikina

    February 12, 2013

    If you're looking for a cheap and sulit Pinoy buffet, Marikina's got just the right place.

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    Them Apples

    Vegging Out at Corner Tree...

    January 30, 2013

    Oh, my gourd - you mean that's not meat?!

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    The A-Team

    Kichitora of Tokyo: Ramen...

    January 29, 2013

    Appetite's EA Mayte has recently turned over to the Dark Side - that is, the Ramen Side. And this is the restaurant that's responsible.

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    Them Apples

    Playful Mexi-Pino Fusion at...

    January 09, 2013

    Finding a happy medium between Filipino and Mexican food has never been this interesting.

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    Them Apples

    Passionate Greek Cuisine at...

    January 04, 2013

    Opa!

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    Them Apples

    Street Tacos and Cheap Beer...

    December 14, 2012

    One word: legit street tacos.

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    Them Apples

    Return of the Comeback: Spiral

    December 04, 2012

    Manila's Ultimate Buffet Experience is back and better than ever.

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    Them Apples

    Latin American Street Food...

    November 27, 2012

    I kind of didn't want to write about this place because I wanted to keep it a secret - but it's way too good not to share.

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    Me and My Big Mouth

    10 Things We Love About the...

    November 26, 2012

    Aside from the rich Toffee Nut Latte and the deliciously minty Peppermint Mocha, the Starbucks planner is one of the things we love about Christmas at Starbucks. This year’s planner promises to...

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    The A-Team

    The Refreshing Flavors of...

    November 23, 2012

    Appetite's EA Mayte shares her experience at a quaint Thai restaurant along Tomas Morato.

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    Them Apples

    More Than Mushrooms at La...

    November 19, 2012

    This low-key French restaurant at The Fort can be hard to find at first, but the effort is well worth it.

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    Them Apples

    Japanese Pasta and Pizza at...

    October 29, 2012

    Japanese spaghetti may sound strange to a purist, but Yomenya Goemon schooled me in the ways of fusion food done right.

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    Them Apples

    Eat's a Date at Stella and...

    October 16, 2012

    Joining the Openrice.com's Eat's a Date tradition is good for meeting new foodies... but bad for my waistline.

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    Them Apples

    Rolls and Ramen at Roku

    October 12, 2012

    Katipunan dwellers, rejoice! There's a new Japanese restaurant in town. Before you roll your eyes, hear me out:

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    Them Apples

    Sumo Sam Solves Everything

    October 01, 2012

    When in doubt: Turn Japanese. Yes, like that song. Or not, but satisfy those cravings anyway.

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    Them Apples

    A Taste of Bacolod at the...

    September 28, 2012

    A little bit rock and roll and a whole lotta Bacolod Inasal goodness, I have to give my vote to the Freakin' Chicken.

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    Them Apples

    Sweet Teeth: Villa del...

    September 27, 2012

    Artisan Italian cioccolato? Sounds like a good idea to me!

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    The A-Team

    A Very Sunny Project

    September 25, 2012

    Appetite's graphic designer Chelsea Lim shares her own tips on how to set the table in style!

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    Yammy

    Other Things to Try in...

    September 25, 2012

    Inside Pinoy Showbiz's Mark Sablan shows us that there's more to the popular Korean brand than their ubiquitous crunchy chicken.

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    Them Apples

    Baked Fried Chicken at...

    September 21, 2012

    So good, you'll forget that it's actually baked.

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    Them Apples

    An Afternoon at Tully's Coffee

    September 20, 2012

    I won't lie: I went to this coffee shop because it has such a cool name.

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    Them Apples

    A Passion for Tea at da.u.de

    September 19, 2012

    Trust me when I tell you that this isn't your ordinary milk tea joint.

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    Them Apples

    Little Tokyo Part 2: Hana

    September 18, 2012

    The part of the Little Tokyo food mission where we sit down and enjoy shaved ice, Japanese style.

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    A Case of the Munchies

    Va Bene

    September 17, 2012

    Last Saturday, some friends and I decided that we would treat ourselves to a sumptuous dinner after being good the whole week in our efforts to lose weight. Tasked to decide on a venue, I chose...

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    Them Apples

    Mi Kasbah es su Kasbah

    September 14, 2012

    For those about to rock (the Kasbah), we salute you!

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    Them Apples

    Little Tokyo Part 1: Oishinbo

    September 12, 2012

    Taking on Little Tokyo, one restaurant at a time.

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    A Case of the Munchies

    Having Fun At Harvest...

    September 11, 2012

    For anyone looking for a warm and cozy place that serves great food and excellent brews, it would be good to know that a place called Harvest in Fort Bonifacio just opened a few months ago.

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    The A-Team

    Chinese Food Trip: Eat Fresh

    September 03, 2012

    Appetite magazine's EA Mayte shows us a fun little Hong Kong style eatery on Banawe.

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    Yammy

    Not Everyone Likes...

    September 03, 2012

    But I do! There is just something about the partnering of cool mint and sweet and smooth chocolate that makes me go mmm… yammy! But there should be the right amount of both mint and...

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    Them Apples

    Munchies on Campus: The...

    August 31, 2012

    I've never been so excited to write about cheap (BUT REALLY GOOD) burgers in my life.

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    Yammy

    Popcorn, Anyone?

    August 30, 2012

    I have to admit that, once upon a time, popcorn was not my favorite movie house companion; it’s a big tub of gummy bears.

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    Them Apples

    A Quickie at Caixa

    August 30, 2012

    Tapas and cocktails at a hush-hush bar in Makati? Sounds like a perfect combination to me!

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    A Case of the Munchies

    Dimsum Dreams

    August 29, 2012

    Jing is a lady who takes her dimsum craving seriously - and is willing to go to one of Binondo's best kept secrets just to eat it!

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    Them Apples

    The Great Cupcake Invasion:...

    August 29, 2012

    Part 2 of the other, sweet and fluffy reason why you need to go to the Rockwell bazaars.

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    Them Apples

    The Great Cupcake Invasion:...

    August 28, 2012

    Now, there's another reason to go to the Rockwell bazaars aside from shopping.

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    Yammy

    Yummy Gummy

    August 24, 2012

    I was in grade school when I first heard of gummy bears—when I first saw an episode, actually, considering Disney’s Adventures of the Gummi Bears was such a huge show back then.

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    Them Apples

    Gyoza on the Cheap

    August 24, 2012

    If you're sick of siomai and siopao, these cheap Japanese dumplings are a nice change of pace from the norm.

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    Them Apples

    Come To Where The Flavour Is

    August 23, 2012

    Flavours of China, that is.

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    Them Apples

    Secret Korean Restaurant:...

    August 14, 2012

    Because there's nothing better than spicy food on a rainy day.

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    Them Apples

    FloodPH: How You Can Help

    August 09, 2012

    Let us take time out to consider how lucky we are, and be informed on how we can help others who aren't.

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    Them Apples

    Again, Again, A-Gantea!

    August 01, 2012

    The web editors go to Greenbelt to try out a promising new milk tea joint to see if it's worth the hype.

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    Them Apples

    With Liberty and Gelato for...

    July 30, 2012

    Because that is the Cafe Publico promise. Well, I may have made up the liberty part.

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    Them Apples

    Everyone's a Superhero

    July 26, 2012

    At Makati Shangri-La's Circles Event Cafe, that is!

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    Them Apples

    Waterless Sinigang

    July 25, 2012

    Did you know you can make sinigang WITHOUT water? And no, not with magic. Guest bloggers and sisters Hana and Keena Chua show us how!

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    Them Apples

    Flood or No Flood

    July 24, 2012

    Even the weather didn't stop us from eating at one of the best Japanese places in Manila.

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    Them Apples

    Happy Birthday Cakes!

    July 19, 2012

    Inside Pinoy Showbiz's Web Editor Mark Sablan is a well-known sweet tooth. After his recent birthday, he shares with us his favorite cakes!

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    Them Apples

    We're Only Here For Jacob

    July 18, 2012

    And the shawarma. Let's not forget the shawarma.

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    The A-Team

    Lemon Water

    July 17, 2012

    Mixing a little bit of lemon juice with your drinking water not only makes for a refreshing drink, but also makes for a good digestive! Mayte tells us how.

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    Them Apples

    Serious Sandwiches at...

    July 16, 2012

    You don't go to Chuck's Deli to have a snack. You go to Chuck's Deli with the intent of stuffing your face until you're happily full.

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    Them Apples

    Late Night Cravings at...

    July 13, 2012

    Hi, this is my face, but mainly I just want to talk about a really old ramen house in Makati that's always full - and now I know why.

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    The A-Team

    Muscle Foods

    July 11, 2012

    Appetite's EA/health buff Mayte tells us a little bit about the kind of food you need to keep your muscles healthy and happy.

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    Them Apples

    5 Reasons Why A-Gantea Rocks

    July 09, 2012

    Kat Darauay, web editor of Home and Shelter, shows us five reasons why you should check out A-Gantea, a brand new milk tea place at Greenbelt.

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    Them Apples

    Harvest Gastro Pub

    July 05, 2012

    Law student/foodie/self-proclaimed beer enthusiast Eli shows us his top brews and chews at Harvest Gastropub in The Fort.

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    Them Apples

    Chicken Francese:...

    July 04, 2012

    Robert and Jay, the dads and foodies behind the blog Dads Cook Good Food, have shared with us their recipe for Chicken Francese, their favorite American-Italian dish.

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    Them Apples

    Friends and Pho

    July 04, 2012

    This isn't about a hot new dining place. This is about old friends, good vibes and a reminder to get some hot pho in your belly, especially during the rainy season.

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    Them Apples

    That's our 'Cue!

    June 27, 2012

    If you're looking for an out-of-the-ordinary dining spot that serves good old fashioned barbecue, that's your cue to try 'Cue Modern Barbecue at Bonifacio High Street Central.

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    The A-Team

    One Small Step for Man, One...

    June 26, 2012

    Appetite's EA Tanya conquers her fear of the kitchen and cooks up something tasty for her family.

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    Them Apples

    I'm On The Rice Train

    June 26, 2012

    Guest blogger Mary Ann Tinio, seasoned traveler, restaurateur and self-confessed Japanophile, regales us with tales of tasty eats during her travels.

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    Them Apples

    Extraordinary Katipunan...

    June 20, 2012

    With all the student-friendly budget restaurants on Katipunan, it's nice to find a place that serves grown-up, modern Filipino cuisine, owned by one of the country's most renowned foodies!

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    The A-Team

    Diet, Schmiet

    June 20, 2012

    Appetite's EA Mayte shares with us her five simple tips to stay healthy that are so easy, even you can try them out.

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    Them Apples

    Yakitori Is Underrated:...

    June 13, 2012

    Whenever we think of Japanese food, it's mostly about the rolls, noodles, or raw fish. Timmy and D check out Nanbantei to give love to some seriously underrated Japanese cuisine.

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    Them Apples

    Hole-In-The-Wall-Extravagan...

    June 11, 2012

    D and Timmy brave the rain to check out a lovely hole-in-the-wall along Visayas Avenue, check it out!

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    Them Apples

    Movie date with Chowking’s...

    June 08, 2012

    Inside Pinoy Showbiz's Mark Sablan is back to tell us about Chowking's newest product - The Chow Pao!

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    Them Apples

    You Had Me At Pancetta

    June 06, 2012

    How to Make Authentic Italian Carbonara: Eggs, Garlic, Pecorino Romano Cheese, and yes, Pancetta. The search is over - I got my fix in a little Italian deli along Pearl Drive.

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    Them Apples

    Quick and Quality: Q-Kebab

    June 05, 2012

    A clean kebab place that's cheap AND good? It's almost impossible to think about! Enter Q-Kebab to dispel all my previous notions about what a proper kebab place should be like.

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    The A-Team

    Beyond Sweet Endings

    May 30, 2012

    I first learned about The Cake Club when my friend showed me a link to a food blog which featured it. Immediately I imagined what it might be like to enter that restaurant – will I know...

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    Them Apples

    Sometimes I Cook, Too:...

    May 28, 2012

    Taking a break from my usual blog entries, I just want you to know that I can cook, too! Here's my recipe for Korean Pork Barbecue.

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    The A-Team

    But Wait, There's More

    May 28, 2012

    Appetite's new EA, Mayte, tells us about her experience at Greenwich's successful Spaghetti Supreme event, featuring Anne Curtis, Kelly Misa and Solenn Heussaff.

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    Them Apples

    Enchanted Farm Café: More...

    May 21, 2012

    My foodie friend Skye Male shows us yet another awesome hole-in-the-wall eatery along Commonwealth - Enchanted Farm Café!

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    Them Apples

    Arabela in Liliw, Laguna

    May 21, 2012

    Travel Magazine's Assistant Editor MC Martin takes us to a hole-in-the-wall in the Other Shoe Capital of the Philippines - Liliw, Laguna!

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    The A-Team

    Chelsea's Choice: Sisig

    May 17, 2012

    On a food trip in Pampanga, Appetite's Graphic Artist Chelsea Lim gets a taste of real sisig from the place where it was invented - Aling Lucing's.

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    Them Apples

    Brickfire: Steaks, Steaks,...

    May 17, 2012

    Hey, Katipunan-dwellers. There's a pretty good steakhouse on Esteban Abada. Wanna know the fun part? It's affordable, and it's good.

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    Them Apples

    Sancho's Churreria

    May 16, 2012

    Travel Magazine's Assistant Editor MC Martin shows us a great little hole in the wall to find the best churros in the metro.

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    Them Apples

    Tiny Kitchen Davao

    May 15, 2012

    Lawrence Mistades of Travel Magazine clues us on one of Davao's most famous hole-in-the-wall restaurants, Tiny Kitchen.

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    Them Apples

    Indian Food and I Do Not Go...

    May 12, 2012

    Guest blogger (and all around amazing person) Lia Fuentes shares with us her experience at Spice Up, India! at Circles Buffet, Makati Shangri-La.

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    The A-Team

    Saint's Alp Teahouse

    May 04, 2012

    Appetite's intern, Mon, takes us to Katipunan and shows us one of her favorite milk tea places.

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    Professional Chewing

    Musing in Traffic #1: Food...

    May 02, 2012

    Appetite's Food Editor Migs Borja-Yambao seems to get his best ideas when he's stuck in traffic. Watch him wax poetic about the future of food trucks in Manila. Tell us what you think!

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    The A-Team

    Bistro 98

    May 02, 2012

    Appetite's intern, Mon Sanvictores, shows us a quaint little hole in the wall bistro in the Scout Area.

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    Them Apples

    Hole in the Wall...

    April 30, 2012

    Looking for an authentic hole in the wall Italian resto in Makati? Check out Cucina Rusticana! PS: It's pronounced with a 'ch,' not an 's.'

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    Professional Chewing

    Larger Than Life

    April 27, 2012

    Appetite's Food Editor, Migs Borja-Yambao, makes the big leap from regular blogging to vlogging! Take a sneak peek behind the scenes over at Appetite, and expect more from where that came from.

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    The A-Team

    Chelsea's Choice: Thaipan

    April 26, 2012

    In our family, birthdays are always spent eating out, but the problem is, my parents are not adventurous enough to try new places. So every time it's someone's birthday, my sister always insists...

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    Them Apples

    Turkish Delights: Argos...

    April 23, 2012

    In the heart of Burgos lies a little blue oasis called Argos, a brand new hole-in-the-wall that serves authentic Turkish dishes. Check it out!

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    The A-Team

    Gravy Baby goes to Cucina...

    April 17, 2012

    Appetite's EA Tanya Diaz visits Cucina Victoria in Rockwell, and shows us her favorite dishes from this beloved Rockwell restaurant.

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    Them Apples

    Hole in the Wall...

    April 16, 2012

    Hoka Hoka Bento Ramen Shop is a restaurant inside a grocery that serves up good ramen and bento meals. Check it out!

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    Them Apples

    Hole in the Wall...

    April 16, 2012

    Like hole in the wall eateries? I will point you in the right direction! Maginhawa's Roberta Seafood Cantina is a great place to get your Asian fix.

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    Them Apples

    Ang Mo Kio: Best...

    April 13, 2012

    Fans of Singaporean food, rejoice! Ang Mo Kio is here to save the day! And it's cleaner than a real hawker center, too!

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    Them Apples

    Happy Time at Hossein's

    April 11, 2012

    The one good thing about Manila is that there's no shortage of Persian restaurants around. From the little shawarma kiosks at the train stations to the restaurants that are open until late,...

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    Them Apples

    Tamagoya: The Ramen Fest...

    April 02, 2012

    We decided to check out that ramen joint in LA (Lower Antipolo) that everyone's been talking about. It's worth the distance, and the hype!

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    Muffin Top

    The Taste of Simplicity

    March 27, 2012

    Nina Daza-Puyat dines at Cav and shares with us their special Farm to Table menu goodies.

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    Them Apples

    5 Hole in the Wall Restos...

    March 26, 2012

    Guest blogger Skye Male shows us five of Metro Manila's most interesting new foodie haunts. Read on for more!

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    Them Apples

    El Cheapo, El Goodo: Komoro...

    March 26, 2012

    An ode to cheap soba, and an indirect reference to Evan Dando's musical prowess.

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    The A-Team

    Breathtaking Views of Summer

    March 26, 2012

    Nothing spells summer more than going out of town to spend days or weeks in the province. It’s when we escape the city to see fields of green and gold, and breathe fresh, unpolluted air.  As...

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    Them Apples

    Dong Won: Our Best Kept...

    March 24, 2012

    The secret's out. Also, An Illustrated Guide to Eating Sam Gyeop Sal.

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    Them Apples

    Yabu: Worthy of the Hype?

    March 22, 2012

    I hopped on the tonkatsu bandwagon and went to Yabu to see what all the fuss was about.

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    Them Apples

    E-Toe Na! Of Ramen and...

    March 21, 2012

    The day's events were brought to you by The Best Darn Bowl of Ramen Ever, and a Japanese band I think you all should listen to.

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    Them Apples

    In Search of the Best Adobo...

    March 21, 2012

    I love adobo flakes and I need to know where I can get the best. So far, Chocolate Kiss's version is pretty good.

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    The Daily Serving

    An Apple A Day

    March 14, 2012

    You know how the old saying goes. What is your favorite fruit?

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    The Daily Serving

    Post-Workout Chow

    March 13, 2012

    In our previous entry, we talked about the best food to eat before working out. Now we want to know what your favorite post-exercise treats are.

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    Them Apples

    Dining Like Kings at King Chef

    March 12, 2012

    Among the many Chinese restaurants all over Banawe, King Chef has my seal of approval.

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    Them Apples

    Paul Qui Cooked for Me!

    March 12, 2012

    Mark Sablan is back with another foodie adventure - with Paul Qui, executive chef of Uchiko! Warning: Top Chef spoilers ahead!

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    The Daily Serving

    Pre-Workout Chow

    March 09, 2012

    Whether you're a health buff or just starting out a fitness regimen, we all need certain foods to fuel our workouts. What's your favorite pre-workout chow?

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    Them Apples

    The Best Children's Books...

    March 08, 2012

    A mouth-watering list of childhood reads. What are your favorites?

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    The Daily Serving

    Favorite Summer Coolers,...

    March 07, 2012

    In our last entry, we focused on the best kind of food to munch on during a hot summer day. Short of hitting the swimming pool, one of the best ways to keep hydrated is to always have a bottle or...

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    Them Apples

    Be My Guest: Mark Sablan

    March 07, 2012

    What you need to know about Mark Sablan, editor of InsidePinoyShowbiz.ph: He's a writer for the lifestyle section of the Philippine Daily Inquirer, he has great hair, AND he's a big milk tea fan.

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    The Daily Serving

    Favorite Summer Coolers,...

    March 06, 2012

    I often preface these entries with advice on what to do when the summer heat becomes unbearable. In this case, it's cooling off, preferably with some cold munchies in hand. Remember when we were...

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    The Daily Serving

    Summertime Cookouts

    March 01, 2012

    Break out the steaks, hotdogs and the barbecue, it's summer time! Summer is the perfect season to host a cookout with your friends and family. What are your favorite things to make at your cookout?

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    The A-Team

    Making Responsible Choices

    February 29, 2012

    Eating. It's more fun in the Philippines. The first few weeks of 2012 saw a succession of on-line posters touting the new campaign of the Department of Tourism. Many people followed suit,...

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    The Daily Serving

    Thirst-Quenchingly Good

    February 28, 2012

    The days are getting hotter, and there's nothing like an ice-cold drink to help quench your thirst. What are your favorite healthy beverages?

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    The Daily Serving

    Healthy Dining Spots

    February 23, 2012

    This month, Appetite magazine focuses on all things good and healthy. We've talked about your favorite healthy food before, but where are your favorite healthy restaurants?

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    The A-Team

    Lenten Sacrifices

    February 22, 2012

    So today is Ash Wednesday, which begins the Lenten season and 40 days of fasting for Jesus. What food are you sacrificing for Lent?

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    Them Apples

    Soundtrack for Foodies: The...

    February 21, 2012

    A healthy discussion in the office lead us to compiling a list of the 15 best songs about food. What are your favorite songs about food?

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    The Daily Serving

    Takeout Treats

    February 20, 2012

    Sometimes, food is just better eaten at home than at a restaurant. What is your favorite takeout food?

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    Them Apples

    Very Important Foodtrip: Basil

    February 20, 2012

    A new authentic Thai place has opened on the corner of White Plains and Katipunan in QC. Check it out!

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    Them Apples

    We Love Tokyo Tokyo! And...

    February 19, 2012

    We were lucky enough to be invited by Tokyo Tokyo to the launch of their new burgers! Pretty good! PS: Daniel Matsunaga, bless your heart.

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    The Daily Serving

    Burger, Only Better

    February 17, 2012

    Burgers are one of the most common types of fast food around. What are your favorite burgers?

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    Them Apples

    Be My Guest: Lawrence Mistades

    February 17, 2012

    Lawrence Mistades, graphic designer of Travel magazine and wandering soul, shows us the best place where you can get some chicken down south. Dumaguete, that is.

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    The Daily Serving

    The Morning After

    February 16, 2012

    Last night's party was pretty darn epic. And now, your hangover is, too. What are the best hangover cures after a long night?

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    The Daily Serving

    Chelsea's Choice: Zensho

    February 16, 2012

    My boyfriend and I celebrated Valentines’ a day after, and I’m glad we did. I hate the crowded feel and poor service that I get from some restaurants because they can’t keep up with the number of...

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    The Daily Serving

    Happy Valentine's Day!

    February 14, 2012

    After a long hiatus, The Daily Serving is back to regular programming. We want to know: What are you doing for Valentine's Day?

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    Them Apples

    Sunday Foodtrip: Mien San...

    February 13, 2012

    Sunday was spent with family, and exploring an often overlooked Taiwanese restaurant that has endured at Greenhills for almost two decades.

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    Them Apples

    Oh, Really? Órale!

    February 12, 2012

    Before heading out to an art exhibit at MoSpace in BGC High Street, we decided to have an early dinner at Órale! Taqueria to see what the buzz was all about. It did not disappoint.

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    Them Apples

    Valentine's Day, The...

    February 07, 2012

    If you're looking forward to Valentine's Day with your sweetheart, Here's a short list of things you can do together, thanks to the lovely people behind Appetite. Single? That's okay. I've got that...

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    Them Apples

    Sunday Foodtrip: Aezien...

    February 06, 2012

    Attention Katipunan-dwellers! A new authentic Persian resto has opened on our beloved street. Pro-tip: Don't come on a Sunday.

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    The A-Team

    A Sudden Special Evening

    February 06, 2012

    Chelsea and a friend find a romantic French-Mediterranean restaurant along Tomas Morato that proves to be more than they bargained for.

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    Professional Chewing

    Fall In Love With Wine

    February 01, 2012

    Migs shares with us his experience representing Appetite Magazine in Mactan, Cebu for the launch of Manny O Wines.

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    Them Apples

    Very Important Foodtrip: Ma...

    January 30, 2012

    If you're looking for comfort food in a cozy, romantic setting, Ma Maison might be a great new dinner spot for you and your sweetie!

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    Them Apples

    We Have Winners! Round 2

    January 27, 2012

    Thank you, readers, for your overwhelming response to the contest! It was very hard to choose just four, but here they are! Want to know if you've won a bag of Van Houten goodies? Read on!

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    The Daily Serving

    Healthy But Oh, So Good!

    January 26, 2012

    Some time ago, we asked you about healthy food you don't like. Of course, healthy food isn't all about things that call to mind being force-fed nasty tasting food as children. Eating healthy...

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    Q & A: Venus Raj

    January 26, 2012

    Sitting down with Venus was awesome because I felt like I was chatting with one of my girlfriends, and most importantly, contrary to popular belief, she loves to eat! Find out the Morena beauty...

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    Share The Joy

    January 26, 2012

    Why is it when we want to describe something extraordinarily delicious to someone, we say, "It melts in the mouth!"?

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    Them Apples

    Very Important Foodtrip: Xoi

    January 25, 2012

    Xoi's tagline is More Than Pho. Check it out!

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    The Daily Serving

    Peanut Butter Favorites

    January 24, 2012

    In the US, it's apparently National Peanut Butter Day. Who knew? While we may not celebrate it here, peanut butter is enjoyed in different ways. How do you like yours?

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    The Daily Serving

    Healthy But Not Always Yummy

    January 18, 2012

    There are certain foods that we should eat, but it doesn't always mean that we do. I'm talking about vegetables, fruits and other supposedly healthy foods that make our stomachs turn. What's yours?

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    Me and My Big Mouth

    A Chef With Personality

    January 18, 2012

    Monique tells us about her experience meeting Dino Ferrari, the winner of E&O Search for AFC's Next Celebrity Chef.

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    The Daily Serving

    That's What Friends Are For

    January 17, 2012

    Food is definitely better when shared with people you love. Good food and good conversation with good people is the perfect way to snap out of a bad mood. Where do you and your friends like to eat...

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    The Daily Serving

    Late Night Cravings

    January 16, 2012

    We've all been there before: Maybe you're studying for an exam or catching Conan O'Brien on TV when hunger strikes. What's your favorite midnight snack?

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    Them Apples

    We Have Winners!

    January 13, 2012

    Thank you to all the participants of the Van Houten Cocoaphilia Contest! To find out if you're one of them, read on!

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    The Daily Serving

    Streetwise Snacking

    January 11, 2012

    Halo-halo. Banana cue. Fishballs. Isaw. What's your favorite local street food?

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    The Daily Serving

    Just like Home

    January 10, 2012

    Most of us have friends and loved ones who live abroad who miss the simple flavors of local cuisine. What are the foods that remind you of home?

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    The Daily Serving

    Party Chow

    January 09, 2012

    The Department of Tourism says it's more fun in the Philippines. This especially applies to our parties, and the delicious feasts that accompany them. What's your favorite Filipino party food?

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    The Daily Serving

    Like Mom's

    January 06, 2012

    Our first experiences with food always start at home, usually from our mothers' kitchens. What is your favorite food that Mom used to cook?

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    The Daily Serving

    For The Girls

    January 05, 2012

    Speaking on behalf of the girls, when PMS strikes, it's hard to maintain healthy eating habits simply because sweet, salty and sinful foods just appeal to us more. What are your PMS cravings?

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    The A-Team

    Siomai Love For You

    January 04, 2012

    Delicious Kitchen is Chelsea's Choice - and Tanya's, too!

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    Them Apples

    How Much Do YOU Love...

    January 03, 2012

    Are you a chocolate lover? Join Van Houten's Cocoaphilia contest and get the chance to win a bag of assorted Van Houten chocolate treats today!

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    The Daily Serving

    The Pink of Health

    January 02, 2012

    It's a new year, and time to turn over a new leaf, health-wise. What are some foods you should eat more of to stay happy and healthy this New Year?

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    All About the Love

    December 27, 2011

    To me, Christmas is about spending time with people you love. I hope you feel the same way.

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    The Daily Serving

    Not-Che Buena

    December 20, 2011

    There are some foods that only come out during the Christmas season, and some of this seasonal food is enough to send you running. Let's talk about not-so-yummy Christmas food!

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    The Daily Serving

    Noche Buena Favorites

    December 19, 2011

    Noche Buena originated from the literal Spanish term, which means "Good Night." Indeed, no words are better when used to describe Christmas Eve. Spain, Latin American countries and...

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    The A-Team

    Dim Sum, Dumplings, and...

    December 19, 2011

    What's your favorite kind of dim sum? Viel tells us a bit about the history of the famed Chinese dish and shows us that there's more to dim sum than regular siomai.

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    The Daily Serving

    Covered in Chocolatey Goodness

    December 16, 2011

    Dipping food in chocolate is one of the most fun things you can do with your dessert. What do you like to dip in your chocolate?

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    The Daily Serving

    So Good, It's A Sin

    December 15, 2011

    Sometimes there are days when we temporarily decide to be naughty and forgo diets - especially now that Christmas is on the horizon. Let's talk dirty. Chocolate, that is.

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    The Daily Serving

    Your Favorite Chocolate

    December 14, 2011

    Let's keep this short and simple. What is your favorite chocolate dessert or beverage?

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    The A-Team

    Budget Expense, Budget...

    December 14, 2011

    Chelsea recounts a not-so-pleasant dining experience at My Thai on a budget.

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    The Daily Serving

    A Different Side of Chocolate

    December 13, 2011

    If you were to ask a person what they would like to have for dessert, many people would probably answer 'chocolate.' But did you know that chocolate is actually a key ingredient in some...

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    Them Apples

    Wake and Bake: Christmas...

    December 12, 2011

    Timmy weighs in on the best pastries to give as gifts this Christmas season.

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    The Daily Serving

    Happy Cocoa Day!

    December 12, 2011

    Did you know that December 12 is National Cocoa Day in the United States? That gives chocolate lovers more reason to celebrate the holidays!

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    Muffin Top

    Divasoria

    December 12, 2011

    Appetite's Editor-In-Chief debuts her brand new blog, Muffin Top, with an entry on how to shop for the best fresh produce in the metro, Mama Sita style!

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    The Daily Serving

    The Milk Tea Craze

    December 09, 2011

    Milk tea/boba tea/bubble tea, whatever you want to call it, has taken the country by storm. With so many brands saturating the market, which one is your favorite?

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    The A-Team

    For Sentimental Reasons

    December 09, 2011

    Gravy Baby looks back fondly on her grandpa, and shares with us a recipe he would have approved of.

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    The Daily Serving

    Par-tea Time

    December 07, 2011

    With the holidays just around the corner, what kind of gift would you give a tea lover for Christmas?

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    The Daily Serving

    Tea Time Treats

    December 07, 2011

    The British have celebrated a long history of tea. Since the 18th century, they have maintained status as the biggest tea consumers in the world, with each person consuming an average of 2.5kg a...

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    The Daily Serving

    Pret-tea Good!

    December 05, 2011

    Fun fact: Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world, second only to water. We'd like to know what your favorite tea blend is!

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    The A-Team

    A Taste of Persia at Arya

    December 05, 2011

    Viel takes us on a culinary journey and shares with us some delicious Persian fare at Arya.

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    The Daily Serving

    The Perfect Fix

    December 03, 2011

    Instant or Brewed? Which side of the fence are you on when it comes to coffee?

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    Them Apples

    Soup for Sad Bellies

    December 02, 2011

    Timmy wasn't feeling so good today, so she whipped up an easy Turkish soup recipe to help her overcome her stomach problem.

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    The Daily Serving

    Hot or Cold?

    December 02, 2011

    The Weigh In came a day early, with a shot of something extra just for fun. No, we don't mean the Katy Perry song. We want to know how you like your coffee.

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    The Daily Serving

    The Perfect Match

    December 01, 2011

    Cookies. Cake. Donuts. Breakfast. What's your favorite food to pair with coffee?

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    The A-Team

    Chelsea's Choice: Cream Cheese

    November 29, 2011

    Chelsea gets crafty and shows us neat ways to enjoy a simple cream cheese sandwich.

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    The Daily Serving

    Coffee and Me

    November 29, 2011

    The simple act of drinking coffee doesn't always have to something we mindlessly do to keep awake throughout the day. It can call to mind memories, both good or bad. We want to know what yours are.

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    The A-Team

    My Filipino Taste Buds

    November 28, 2011

    Appetite's editor-in-chief Nina Daza-Puyat shares with us the Filipino way of welcoming our balikbayan friends and family home - by preparing their favorite Filipino dishes with love this holiday...

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    The Daily Serving

    The Coffee Shop Experience

    November 28, 2011

    Ever since Starbucks invaded our shores, it has revolutionized the way we drink coffee. It's become a way of life for many of us. We'd like you to share your coffee experiences.

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    Them Apples

    Happy Turkey Day!

    November 28, 2011

    Timmy shares with us snippets of her Thanksgiving weekend with her girlfriends and a spicy chorizo stuffing recipe that was a hit with everyone at the party.

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    The Daily Serving

    The Weigh In

    November 25, 2011

    Introducing a new section of the Daily Serving every Saturday, where we cook up something a little different.

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    The Daily Serving

    The Breakfast Club

    November 24, 2011

    No, we're not talking about the 80's John Hughes film. But we are talking about what is arguably the best meal of the day.

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    The A-Team

    Salmon In An Instant!

    November 24, 2011

    Gravy Baby hones her cooking chops and shows us how to whip up a baked salmon recipe that is as easy as it is delicious.

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    The Daily Serving

    Pardon me, do you have any...

    November 23, 2011

    For Mary Poppins, a spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down. For the cast of Wayne's World, it was Grey Poupon. Sometimes, even just a little bit of salt and pepper will do. What are YOUR...

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    The Daily Serving

    Comfort Food For Off Days

    November 23, 2011

    Do you ever get the feeling that some days are just working for you? We all have them. When this happens, a common solution for most of us is good old comfort food. What's yours?

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    Professional Chewing

    Blame The Food Stylist

    November 23, 2011

    Migs schools us on the finer points of eating and enjoying your pasta. Yes, there is actually an art and a technique to it!

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    The A-Team

    What's Bubbling?

    November 23, 2011

    Appetite's very own intern, Meesha, comments on the bubble tea craze currently hitting Manila. She also shares with us her top three contenders for the best pearl milk tea in the metro!

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    The A-Team

    Soupreme!

    November 21, 2011

    Viel, Appetite's assistant editor, takes us on a trip to Binondo to show us a great place to get fresh hand-pulled noodles, the Chinese way.

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    The Secret Ingredient

    November 21, 2011

    Today's Daily Serving: Where do you go to buy your special ingredients and spices?

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    The A-Team

    10 Tips to Surviving the...

    November 21, 2011

    Timmy goes to the Ultimate Taste Test and is surrounded by a ton of hungry zombies! Here is a quick ten point guide to surviving the night.

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    The A-Team

    Chelsea's Choice: Kozui

    November 21, 2011

    Appetite's graphic artist shows us a cozy little nook in Tomas Morato called Kozui, a very underrated and chill place to unwind.

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    The A-Team

    Eat Street

    November 17, 2011

    Gravy Baby gives us the low-down on the best places to grab a bite from her alma mater, University of the Philippines!

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    Them Apples

    Very Important Foodtrip: Cinq

    November 17, 2011

    While taking a leisurely stroll through Rockwell, Timmy chances upon a dessert boutique called Cinq, and a whole lot of sweetness follows.

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    The Daily Serving

    What's Cookin', Good Lookin'?

    November 17, 2011

    Cheesy pickup lines aside, What's in YOUR lunchbox today?

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    Table for Two

    The Best Rainy Day Food:...

    November 17, 2011

    The second installment of Roz and Carlo's search for the best rainy day eats!

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    Professional Chewing

    Popcorn!

    November 16, 2011

    Appetite's Food Editor Migs shares his insights on the intrinsically-linked relationship between food and film, and a mouth-watering recipe for Bokchoy fried rice!

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    The Daily Serving

    Get Better!

    November 16, 2011

    When your bones ache and you're struck down with a fever and clogged sinuses, it only means one thing: you're sick and need some extra TLC. There are certain foods we crave whenever we get sick....

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    Table for Two

    The Best Rainy Day Food:...

    November 15, 2011

    Roz and Carlo take us on a quick two-part jaunt around the metro looking for the best food to beat those rainy day blues.

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    The Daily Serving

    The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

    November 15, 2011

    There's good food, there's bad food, and then there's ugly food. Yes, we're talking about the most adventurous, outrageous food you've ever eaten.

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    The A-Team

    Chelsea's Choice: Bibimbap

    November 15, 2011

    Appetite's graphic designer Chelsea shares her fondness for Korean food and a recipe for homemade Bibimbap!

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    The A-Team

    Gravy Baby Goes to Grilled...

    November 14, 2011

    So I am the newest addition to the Appetite team. Yey! As much as I love and enjoy working for the magazine, the tremendous increase in my intake of food on a daily basis, can be amusingly...

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    The Daily Serving

    Food Bloopers

    November 14, 2011

    What kind of food WON'T you eat, and why? Whether traumatizing or downright funny, we want to hear your horror story.

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    The Daily Serving

    Welcome to the Daily Serving!

    November 11, 2011

    At Appetite, we know that good food = good moods! We also know that bad food experiences can have the opposite effect. What do you think? Let's talk about it.

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    Them Apples

    Awesome Sauce

    November 09, 2011

    Let me tell you a little bit about the way I work. When there’s a task that needs my full attention (like looming deadlines, for instance), I have to work in complete silence. It is absolutely...

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    Them Apples

    Eat, Write, Love

    November 08, 2011

    I started writing when I was nine years old. I knew I wanted a career in writing around the same time - fairy princess and world explorer coming in as back-up careers. I only figured out that I...

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    The A-Team

    Giving From the Heart

    November 04, 2011

    I realized that one of my love languages is “performing acts of service.” Doing acts of kindness for others is one way to express how I feel and this involves, more often than not, feeding others.

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    Table for Two

    Manila Food Trip at Casa Roces

    October 10, 2011

    Manila has never been a common location for our food adventures, mostly because of its proximity, but we knew there was so much to discover in this city for foodies and non-foodies alike. And so...

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    Me and My Big Mouth

    A Celebration of Food

    September 12, 2011

    DO YOU LIKE FOOD? I hope you do, because that means Appetite.ph is for you.