When in Manila and afflicted with a deep sense of wanderlust, the Apulit Island Resort in Palawan is the perfect place to cure your ailment!  I realized that it would be a shame for us Filipinos not to  enjoy and witness the paradise that lies in our very shores that is why we’ve decided to feature and suggest more local travel destinations which I’m sure you won’t wanna miss in this precious lifetime! [...]

  The room, pitch black. The shy hint of fragrance floats in the air.   I grope for the thing my appetite yearns the most. Excitement mounting, you make contact with my wanting lips.   The texture is fantastic! I am amazed by the swirl of flavors you introduce. This is vaguely familiar, but each bite gives birth to a new form of appreciation.   It is both serious engagement and playful folly. No one [...]

Calling all steak lovers…When In Manila and you want a steak splurge, there’s a gem called BISTECCA  nestled in the heart of Rockwell that awaits you.  This is not for the budget-minded as they have a hefty price, but the steaks will definitely put you on a different high. If you want to score Rockwell best steaks, be ready to break a bank but this is a steak resto that is considerably top notch.     First [...]

    When in Manila and looking for a cool relaxing place to chill, I suggest you try lounging at CaliforniaBerry! For all you frozen yogurt addicts out there, I’m so sure  you’ve heard about CaliforniaBerry being one of the pioneers and front runners when it comes to frozen yogurt desserts. I’m sure you’d agree that a strong company like this is really tough to beat with their variety of fresh delectable toppings on that [...]

  When in Manila, don’t ever miss to eat  the famous Filipino dishes - Adobo, Kinilaw and Kilawin. And what makes these dishes more flavorful with every bite is the wonder ingredient, vinegar (suka’ in Tagalog). And when you think of vinegar, there is only one brand that comes to mind - Datu Puti!   If you grew up in Manila, you cannot miss those Datu Puti commercials with its talents and models doing the signature “muhkasim” [...]

    When in Manila, be sure to sample the gastronomic delights its bustling streets have to offer. More and more confectionery shops have been opening up their doors to all kinds of sweet teeth, with mouth-watering desserts ready to be devoured and enjoyed. Such a gem can be found along the corner of Santol Street in San Antonio Village, Makati.       Sophie’s Mom, a charming little bake shop nestled along a quiet [...]

When in Manila and looking to eat eat eat, the Marriot Hotel at the Newport City ought to do a splendid job in filling up your tummies with rich eats and healthy treats.    I’m not ashamed to say that I love food. Hence the reason why I go around the metro looking for the best places that offer the best eats. The Marriott Hotel has only been operating for a few years so their [...]

    I’m truly at awe and speechless for this surprise! This is really something unexpected!  I feel so thankful and blessed with all the great things which are unfolding. With all the food bloggers around, I never thought my entry would even top the 1st round! Actually, I rarely join competitions. I’m simply happy with the things I’m doing. Eating out, doing crazy things, capturing moments and putting them all in writing is second [...]

When in Manila, you’d realize that there is no shortage of burger joints as they seem to be popping out one after the other. However, if you’re craving for burgers that are not only delicious, but are also made up of quality ingredients and are wallet- friendly, then head on over to Boulevard Diner along Xavierville, Quezon City.        Although the establishment is relatively small, it can comfortably seat 20 people and exudes [...]

    WHEN IN MANILA and you’re looking for a cool Japanese restaurant, visit SUMOSAM GILMORE.   We got to hang out at SUMOSAM GILMORE as they celebrated their grand opening day in Greenhills.     MRS. ANGEL PELAYO-TY (2nd from left, picture above) is the owner of this FIRST franchise of SUMOSAM in Metro Manila.  MR. MARVIN AGUSTIN (4th from left, picture above) was present in the celebration, as well as some bloggers, head [...]

      Ever since I could remember, I’ve had a love affair with food. What started as bonding with the family has now turned into a full blown passion. I pride myself in being very adventurous with food, I’ve been known to say I will try anything once.   When In Manila, I’m sure it’s very obvious that most Filipinos, like me, are very open when it comes to food. The diverse population in [...]

  When in Manila, and would like to  savor and experience authentic Taiwanese cuisine, I got really great news for you! You dont’ have to fly to Taiwan anymore because it has now landed on Philippine shores and I’m so eager to tell and show you great photos of this fabulous new find we recently discovered  along Tomas Morato in Quezon City called SHANG TSU (top kitchen)!     located at a very safe and [...]

  When in Manila and looking to explore your senses, my favorite stop would be Nectar Restaurant.         A while back, I had the pleasure of coming to an exhibit in Nectar during their soft open stage (read more here). This was where I learned about Nectar’s concept: how the restaurant is centered around food and wine pairings, aiming to let everyone appreciate the wonders of vino.         Having enjoyed [...]

    When in Manila, I’m sure you’d agree that  Filipinos are crazy about Italian food that we even adopted spaghetti as our own! Most restaurants, cafes and fast food chains always have pasta in their menus! Moreoever, the number or Italian bistros and restos have been popping out like mushrooms all over the metropolis that sometimes we have difficulty in choosing where to dine!         For this feature, I’d like to [...]

  When you hear of the word Pub, perhaps one image that will come to mind is a place where one hangs out to get drinks. However, Craft Pub & Grill is not just a place to get drinks despite the fact that they carry a huge listing of global craft beers, it is also a premiere place to fill an empty stomach. When in Manila and you’re in search of a place which serves [...]

When In Manila, try something new with your regular American hotdogs and visit Hapadogs at Sky Garden, SM North Edsa for Japanese inspired hotdogs all dressed up to suit your palette.   I got invited to this restaurant that really took my interest. Well, I’m from Paranaque so travelling to SM North Edsa would prove my point of curiosity. I visited their site (hapa-dog.com) and saw that viral video. You have to watch it, it really [...]

  When in Manila and you’re looking for a place to spend New Year’s Eve, there are a lot of options you can choose from. You’ll be sure to find your cup of tea from our selection of parties and events abound the Metro. Whether you’re looking for a crazy night out or just a simple dinner with friends, you’ll find the right destination waiting for you.   Here are some of our collected New [...]

  ;   Just had to share, When In Manila, you need to drop by Bar Dolci!   I LOVED the Thai Tea and Green Tea flavors (I see a trend here). But really, I loved how they have VERY generous servings and how they let you pick two flavors, even if you only ordered the small cup! Really cool service here.   Check out our full review of Bar Dolci here – http://www.wheninmanila.com/bar-dolci-makers-of-the-best-gelato-and-french-macarons-in-manila-must-try-their-salted-caramel-gelato/   [...]

    When In Manila, you need to check out the new Japanese Grill / Skewered Chicken Restaurant over at the Fort BGC, right on Burgos Circle!     I’m a big fan of Japanese food so I had to try out this new place I happened to stumble upon. Fortunately for me, the owners were there and they shared some info about his new Japanese BBQ type place.   It’s called Yakitori, which translates [...]

    When in Manila and you find yourself wandering around The Fort Strip for a place to cure your Japanese food cravings, then I highly suggest that you try out Katsu Japanese Grill. You won’t miss it, It’s that cool looking Japanese restaurant with Japanese-styled exteriors and a minimalist Zen interior.   Here’s a view of what the Katsu Japanese restaurant looks like at night.     Inside, I’m pleased to see the minimalist [...]