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  • Mandarin Oriental, Manila...

    February 01, 2013

    Quality “Time for Two” will be made more romantic this February as Mandarin Oriental, Manila proffers a host of Valentine treats for couples: enticing culinary delights, indulgent room packages,...

  • Watami Japanese Restaurant...

    December 03, 2012

    What began as a modest chain restaurant started in 1984 by Watanabe Miki in Japan has now become an international sensation. With branches in Hongkong, Shenzhen, Taiwan, Shanghai, Singapore,...

  • Lugang Cafe's Newest Branch...

    November 16, 2012

    Lugang Café, the wildly successful franchise committed to providing authentic and delicious Taiwanese cuisine to Manila's dining public, will usher in its third branch located at SM North Edsa...

  • Healthy Living Is The Message

    October 09, 2012

    These days, the food industry is paying attention to people’s need to pursue healthy lifestyles. After all, living healthily has become a happy choice for many and eating well, both a joy and a...

  • Binalot launches Multiply...

    June 25, 2012

    Binalot Fiesta Foods Inc. (BFFI), the home of the Ultimate Filipino Food Experience, continues to make its All Time Pinoyvorite meals accessible to every Juan with the launch of its very own...

  • Knorr’s Michelin-starred...

    June 22, 2012

    Internationally-acclaimed British restaurateur, TV personality and Knorr Brand Ambassador Marco Pierre White flew halfway across the world from England to heat up Singapore’s culinary...

  • Have a Delightful Dinner...

    June 13, 2012

    Fathers are often the most overlooked members of the household.  While the task of being the breadwinner often puts them to work away from home, they continue to provide not only for the...

  • It's All About Dads For...

    June 11, 2012

    Makati Shangri-La, Manila puts daddies on the limelight with special offerings that the whole family may enjoy to commemorate Father’s Day on June 17, 2012.

  • Playtime Treats For Dad at...

    June 11, 2012

    Mandarin Oriental, Manila rewards hardworking dads with a much-needed break, replete with exquisite menus, a relaxing weekend getaway, pampering Spa treatments, and a chance to win an overnight...

  • Kroketten: Fun and Healthy...

    June 08, 2012

    Since snacking on potato is one of the most popular sustenance and enjoyment in the country, we introduce a unique variety that is surely yummy, appealing, and extra healthy. It’s also...

  • A Father's Day To Remember...

    June 08, 2012

    The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.  On Sunday, 17 June 2012, Father’s Day, grab the chance to satisfy your Dad’s appetite and let him indulge in all of his...

  • Mrs. Fields: Love It, Share...

    June 08, 2012

    Upon the prodding of friends who have sampled her chocolate chip cookies, Debbi Fields opened her first store in Palo Alto, California in 1977. Now, Mrs. Fields has grown into a global...

  • Certified Angus Beef Steaks...

    June 01, 2012

    Steak euphoria begins June 4, 2012 at Oakwood Premier Joy~Nostalg Center Manila as the culinary team headed by French Executive Chef Jerome Cartailler offers 20 days of Certified US Angus Beef...

  • Of Maki and Tempura at The...

    June 01, 2012

    Say ’Irasshaimase’ to Japanese Cooking as Chef Seiji Kamura, chef patron of the new Seiji Japanese Restaurant demonstrate both authentic and fusion Japanese dishes on June 9, Saturday,...

  • The Brunch Punch at Hyatt...

    May 31, 2012

    On Sunday, 10 June 2012, the Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila offers a brunch-with-a-punch affair.

  • Hyatt Hotel and Casino...

    May 31, 2012

    Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila recently launched its new and innovative online restaurant reservation system, allowing guests to instantly confirm their reservations upon visiting the...

  • Have an Astronomical and...

    May 30, 2012

    Give the main man of the house the most precious treat on his very special day!  Seven Suites, the country’s premier boutique hotel located in the eastern metropolis, has lined up...

  • An Affair with The King of...

    May 29, 2012

    Often referred to as “edible ivory” or the “king of vegetables”, white asparagus flown in fresh from Europe will add extravagance to the menu of The Fireplace at the...

  • A Taste of Chile's Pride at...

    May 28, 2012

    This season, the finest collection of Chile’s Montes wines is paired with an exquisite four-course culinary masterpiece prepared by Sous Chef Noel Bejasa at The Fireplace.

  • Philips Saeco Brings...

    May 23, 2012

    Philips Saeco, the brand known for its premium range of espresso machines, is organizing a special event tailor-made for coffee lovers.

  • Largest Cupcake Creation...

    May 22, 2012

    MANILA, Philippines, 21 May 2012 – Johnson & Johnson Philippines partnered with respected culinary and pastry expert Chef Heny Sison to mark the Company’s official launch of no-calorie sugar...

  • Makati Shangri-La...

    May 14, 2012

    Makati Shangri-La, Manila launches Manila Sunshine, a drink originally concocted by Makati Shangri-La in support of the Department of Tourism’s ongoing efforts to promote the Philippines as a top...

  • Diwal and Other Ilonggo...

    May 14, 2012

    Chef Pauline Banusing, renowned for representing Iloilo's famous culinary scene, visits Mandarin Oriental, Manila's Paseo Uno once again for a 10-day fete highlighting the island's...

  • Shangri-La's Mactan Resort...

    May 11, 2012

    Summer is halfway through, but plenty of time remains for a beach getaway, and Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa, Cebu offers the perfect opportunity to take quick summer breaks.

  • Season of the Crab at Li Li

    May 09, 2012

    Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila’s award-winning Cantonese restaurant, Li Li, offers an extensive menu of the best in-season crab. 

  • Cavitenos will love Pancake...

    May 09, 2012

    The aroma of freshly served pancakes and waffles will now be within the reach of Caviteños as Pancake House recently opened its newest branch – its first – in the province of...

  • Makati Shangri-La Manila...

    May 09, 2012

    Makati Shangri-La, Manila is bringing back Singapore’s master celebrity chef, Sam Leong, for the second year in a row to create a masterpiece dinner featuring his original dishes on May 24 and...

  • La Piadina teams up with...

    May 08, 2012

    In its traditional of introducing Italian regional food, La Piadina is bringing in for the first-time Tokyo-based Italian Chef Paolo Colonello to whip up some Renaissance delights from the...

  • Pusong P-inay: Like Mother,...

    May 08, 2012

    Celebrate Mom, celebrate love, celebrate food!  C2 Classic Cuisine, one of best Filipino cuisine dining establishments and included in the Miele Guide as among Asia’s finest restaurants, is...

  • Mama, You’re Numero Uno!

    May 08, 2012

    In many days of the year, she may be just plain reliable Mama who cooks the best dishes or lords it over the household chores.  But in this special day just for her, treat her to a...

  • Honor Mom With the Best...

    May 08, 2012

    Give the most important person in the world a most sumptuous and loving gift on her day!  Cravings, the country’s favorite family restaurant, is preparing a treat to all mothers as a reward...

  • Celebrating Our First Love,...

    May 07, 2012

    Mandarin Oriental, Manila rewards mothers, and everyone’s first love, with a host of sweet treats on Mother’s Day such as: exquisite menus, pampering spa treatments, bespoke floral arrangements,...

  • Hyatt Hotel and Casino...

    May 04, 2012

    On 13 May 2012, Mother’s Day, show Mom how special she is by treating her to an endless feast of culinary delights at the Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila’s award-wining restaurants.

  • Say It Sweeter With...

    April 27, 2012

    I love you. Three simple words, when said from child to mother, brings joy to moms all over. And while it isn’t hard to say, or may not be said often, Toblerone asks everyone: when was the last...

  • Hyatt Hotel and Casino...

    April 26, 2012

    MANILA, THE PHILIPPINES (26 April 2012) – Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila's award-winning Cantonese restaurant, Li Li, has once again been nominated in the Miele Guide - Asia’s first independent...

  • Village Tavern: Celebrating...

    April 26, 2012

    Flavorful and delectable dishes, award-winning wines, stellar service at incredible value - all these are yours to enjoy at the new VILLAGE TAVERN. It is a place for  food lovers who are...

  • An Extraordinary Tour in...

    April 25, 2012

    Casa Roces, the finest dining establishment located right in the heart of Manila, is offering a unique opportunity. Guests, especially foreigners, balikbayans, and students of Philippine history,...

  • Enjoy Persian Delights...

    April 24, 2012

    Makati Shangri-La, Manila introduces Persian Delights every Monday evening at Circles Event Café, featuring the exotic cuisine of Middle Eastern Asia. Discover this ancient cuisine prepared by...

  • California Raisins: A Sweet...

    April 20, 2012

    Deliciously sweet, chewy and power-packed with nutrients; raisins are gaining popularity nowadays not only as a healthy nibble but also as a terrific quick energy snack. Recent studies show that...

  • Persian Delights at Circles...

    April 17, 2012

    Makati Shangri-La, Manila introduces Persian Delights at Circles Event Café, featuring the exotic cuisine of Middle Eastern Asia. Discover this ancient cuisine prepared by Executive Sous...

  • The Art of French Cuisine...

    April 10, 2012

    French cuisine has always been one of the most rigid traditions in the culinary arts. The French cook is trained to pay great attention to the fine details and the exact execution of each recipe,...

  • Easter Sunday with the...

    March 30, 2012

    Plunge below the bottomless blue for your one-of-a-kind under the sea Easter adventure with the Little Mermaid and swim off to a magical party set at Diamond Hotel’s Grand Ballroom from...

  • Junior Chefs Take the Stage...

    March 28, 2012

    Little aspiring chefs get their chance to shine this April as The Maya Kitchen rolls out its Junior Culinary Workshops (JCW) on April 10-13 and Young People’s Cook-In (YPC)...

  • Hyatt Hotel and Casino...

    March 27, 2012

    MANILA, THE PHILIPPINES (27 March 2012) – There is no better way to celebrate summer than with an Easter festivity offering with eggs-hilirating activities for both kids and the young at...

  • Food Chronicles: Eating and...

    March 26, 2012

    Skyisthelimit production presents Food Chronicles, a series of food challenges that caters to the food junkies and the people behind the food. Food Chronicles is not your typical food event...

  • The Fort Welcomes its First...

    March 23, 2012

    Manila – March 21, 2012. Best Western Premier F1 Hotel held its grand launch, thus finally stamping its mark as the first Premier hotel at The Fort.

  • Nanbantei of Tokyo: Culture...

    March 21, 2012

    Japan, a land known for its unique mix of modern culture and tradition, has always been famous for good food and their commitment to quality and freshness. A culinary journey to Japan, for...

  • Welcome to a Club Where the...

    March 15, 2012

    Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila offers the best loyalty card deal in town, with the new and improved Club at the Hyatt dining privilege programme.  Be part of Club at the Hyatt and enjoy...

  • TMC CareNow Healthy Heart...

    March 12, 2012

    Premier healthcare institution The Medical City launches TMC CareNow Healthy Heart System, a state of the art life saving technology which makes use of a mobile phone with a built in mini...

  • The Finest Foie Gras and...

    March 07, 2012

    Described as having a harmonious combination of subtle and sweet with an exquisitely delicate and velvety texture, foie gras is the quintessential delicacy that always leaves an impression. ...

  • A Symphony of Flavors All...

    March 06, 2012

    This 2012, Chowking unleashes their most delicious offering yet! It’s the most flavorful meal to satisfy your everyday cravings - the new Chowking Chef Bowl Specials.

  • Li Li Enhances the Natural...

    March 06, 2012

    Throughout March and April, Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila’s award-winning Cantonese restaurant, Li Li, offers the nutritious and delicate flavours of garoupa. 

  • Great Food Finds at Yoshinoya

    March 05, 2012

    Great news for Japanese foodies!

  • The Winner of the Ajinomoto...

    March 05, 2012

    The winner is John Patrick Ramos from Rogationist College, who received a total of 1409 votes for his entry in the Ajinomoto Online Voting Challenge.

  • Kids Get the Chance to Be...

    March 05, 2012

    Summer vacation is approaching, and even before the schoolyear ends, many kids are already anticipating for activities that they want to do.  Some would prefer outdoor activities like...

  • Healthy, Hearty Food and...

    March 02, 2012

    This summer, being healthy isn’t just about having a beach-worthy body. It’s about taking care of one of our most important body part: the heart! Taking care of the heart is a...

  • Take The Next Step for Best...

    March 02, 2012

    Calling all food entrepreneurs out there! Do you have what it takes to be part of Best Food Forward? If you do, you can win a free booth space. Find out how!

  • Mandarin Oriental, Manila...

    March 01, 2012

    Mandarin Oriental, Manila takes guests on a gastronomic journey to the Land of Smiles on March 12 to 21 via the cuisine of a renowned Thai master chef from the world-acclaimed Mandarin Oriental,...

  • Enjoy Healthy Goodness with...

    February 29, 2012

    Enjoy healthy and refreshing natural goodness on-the-go with YEO’s - a brand synonymous to Asian Drinks.  Widely popular in some Asian countries like Singapore and Malaysia,...

  • Traders Hotel, Manila Opens...

    February 29, 2012

    Traders Hotel, Manila recently opened Kitsho, a new Japanese restaurant and sake bar, as the home of Japanese cuisine in Manila.

  • Enjoy a Delectable,...

    February 29, 2012

    Looking for a great-tasting yet guilt-free snack this Lenten season? Seek no more because the Jollibee Tuna Pie is back!

  • Oreo to Celebrate 100th Year!

    February 29, 2012

    1912 was a memorable year. Not only because it was when the Titanic sank or when the South Pole was discovered. More than tragic events or monumental feats, this year marked the birth of a brand...

  • Unending Tempura Platter at...

    February 28, 2012

    Indulge in unending mixed tempura platter for lunch and dinner at Traders Hotel, Manila’s Kitsho Japanese restaurant and sake bar for only P588++ per person until April 30, 2012.

  • Magnum: An Exquisite Kind...

    February 28, 2012

    No story of pleasure or pain is ever complete without chocolate, it seems.  Over the course of our lives, we keep on turning to chocolate for reward: moments of happiness and triumph as well...

  • Win A Party of 50 With...

    February 27, 2012

    Get the chance to win a party for 50 people courtesy of Swizzle Mobile Bar by entering their photo contest!

  • Best Food Forward Returns...

    February 24, 2012

    Due to insistent public demand, the summer's most exciting food fair is back on its second year - with bigger and better surprises in store!

  • Ultra Happy Hour at The...

    February 24, 2012

    From February 15 to April 15, 2012, you can enjoy unlimited local beers along with special cocktails, iced tea, soda and bar chow at the Eastwood Richmonde Hotel.

  • A Day Off With Chuck Hughes

    February 22, 2012

    Come to Greenbelt 3's Open Park on Sunday at 6:00pm for a live cooking demonstration by Chef Chuck Hughes, the inimitable host of Chuck's Day Off, airing on the Asian Food Channel (AFC).

  • Participants of the...

    February 21, 2012

    Here is the official list of entries to the Ajinomoto Capture Umami Online Challenge.

  • Tokyo Tokyo Adds Three New...

    February 17, 2012

    Tokyo Tokyo has always been known for its Japanese dishes with a unique twist to appeal to the Filipino taste buds. We’ve always offered complete meals in a box, or more popularly known as the...

  • Ajinomoto Capture Umami...

    February 17, 2012

    To all the participants who were not able to get a chance to vote for the best photo in the Capture Umami Online Challenge: We're back, with bigger and better prizes at stake!

  • Aria Opens First Branch In...

    February 16, 2012

    Aria is a modern and contemporary Italian restaurant that has a menu inspired by the coastal regions of the Mediterranean. First opened in Boracay, one of the world's top beach destinations,...

  • Hyatt Hotel and Casino...

    February 10, 2012

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  • Hyatt Hotel and Casino...

    February 01, 2012

    MANILA, THE PHILIPPINES (1 February 2012) – What better way to spend Valentine’s Day than dining out in style?  On 14 February 2012, Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila offers an...

  • Capture Umami Challenge...

    January 24, 2012

    To all the participants of the Online Capture Umami Challenge: We are temporarily pausing the contest until further notice.

  • Buddha-Bar Opens in Manila

    January 19, 2012

    Manila, Philippines -  Famous as a haven to exotic, mystical and surprising fuse of mesmerizing music, the brand new three-storey complex can accommodate  525 seats  guests....

  • World-renowned P.F. Chang’s...

    January 18, 2012

    The highly popular P.F. Chang’s China Bistro has opened its first location in Alabang Town Center, marking the chain’s first venture into Asia.  The restaurant has over 200...

  • Journal for Cooks and...

    January 17, 2012

    There is a new book that is sure to delight both the serious cook and the kitchen novice alike.

  • Dino Ferrari, The First...

    January 17, 2012

    26 year-old Dino Ferrari is named the winner of the hit show, E&O Search for AFC’s Next Celebrity Chef.

  • Celebrate the Year of the...

    January 05, 2012

    Usher in the Year of the Water Dragon with gastronomic delights and culinary festivities at Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila.

  • From an Average Joe To a...

    December 21, 2011

    “YOU should try our specialty for today,” he says. A tinge of excitement and delight twinkles in his eyes. “It’s a choco almond pie. It’s something that I used to...

  • Your Phone Is Now Ready To...

    December 14, 2011

    In its effort to consistently be up to date with the newest technological trends, ClickTheCity, the Philippines' definitive online entertainment and lifestyle guide has rolled out the...

  • Appetite's Restaurant...

    December 12, 2011

    Chef Art Gabriel of Pages Deli in Shangri-La Mall, one of the participating restaurants of Appetite's Restaurant Festival, shares with us his recipe of Taming of the Shrew and Mushroom soup...

  • The IHG Little Chefs Fair...

    December 08, 2011

    The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) composed of InterContinental Manila, Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, Holiday Inn Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Clark will be presenting the first Little...

  • Mandarin Oriental...

    December 08, 2011

    In celebration of the festive season, Mandarin Oriental, Manila invites guests to indulge in “Paskuhan sa Paseo Uno”, a true feast for the senses as celebrity chef Ed Quimson and...

  • Eastwood Cafe's Newest...

    November 24, 2011

    As Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s Eastwood Café turns a year old, it takes its dining delights to greater heights by revamping its buffet offerings, giving diners an even more satisfying meal.

  • Thanksgiving at Mamou, too!

    November 23, 2011

    Thanksgiving is drawing near, and we at Mamou and Mamou too! would like to extend our deepest gratitude by adding more items to our menu - just in time for the holidays!

  • Welcome to Ma Maison, My Home

    November 22, 2011

    The Bistro Group of Restaurants, the company that blazed the trail in the local casual dining scene, brings to the table another exciting and innovative concept from Japan with the opening of Ma...

  • Love Makes The World Go Round

    November 16, 2011

    Lee Kum Kee, the leader in Authentic Chinese sauces is celebrating 123 years of giving superior quality products to every home. After bringing you not one but four cooking demos featuring five of...

  • Swensen's of San Francisco,...

    November 16, 2011

    In 1948, Earle Swensen opened his first Ice Cream parlor at the corner of Union and Hyde in San Francisco atop Russian Hill offering his ice cream. Little did he realize that Swensen's would go on...

  • Jamba Juice to open in...

    November 10, 2011

    In line with the health-conscious lifestyle that has been taking over the Philippines, Jamba Juice will be opening its doors in the country tomorrow—November 11, 2011!

  • Uncovering The Secrets of Siam

    November 03, 2011

    Get a taste of authentic Thai cuisine from November 4 to 13 2011 at the Hyatt’s Secrets of Siam Thai Food Festival.

  • A Feast For Friends

    October 20, 2011

    October 13 marked the 7th anniversary of Appetite Magazine. As a way of giving back to its loyal fanbase of foodies over the years, the long-awaited Appetite Restaurant Festival was held at...

  • Corks and Forks

    October 20, 2011

    It was a “G’Day” in the Marriott Hotel’s Grand Ballroom last August 20, as the Australian-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Philippines in cooperation with Tara Events Management launched “Corks and...

  • Frozen Yogurt pioneer Red...

    October 20, 2011

    These days, frozen yogurt, or ‘fro-yo,’ continues to be all the rage, what with the unrelenting heat of our country’s tropical weather and the consequent craving for something refreshing to cool...

  • Anticipated Like No Other

    October 20, 2011

    Building on the success of its “Slow Melting in Progress” campaign launched in 2009, Häagen-Dazs affirms itself as the icon of luxury ice cream with its new global campaign “Anticipated Like No...