RSM Lutong Bahay is one of the most popular and easily-recognizable restaurants in Tagaytay. It offers good, home-cooked Filipino food, a soothing ambiance, and a stunning view of Taal Lake and Mt. Binintiang Malaki. We have been…
Ooma Restaurant provides an outstanding take on classic Japanese fare. The food at Ooma is excellent, with much attention given to presentation and, more importantly, to flavor. Admittedly, Ooma is one of those restaurants that I find intim…
Koku is a name that may not immediately ring a bell even among many Makati restaurant habitués. But for those who have already discovered this little Japanese restaurant along Valero Street in Salcedo Village, Makati City, Koku is a name …
Tim Ho Wan lured us back to its abode with the delicious thought of having pork buns again. After all, it had been three years since the last time we dined in this popular dim sum restaurant so it was an inviting proposition.
Le Ching Tea House may not look fancy. In fact, it looks like a typical hole-in-the-wall restaurant. However, like many unassuming establishments, you would be surprised by the quality of the food that they serve at Le Ching Tea House.������…
Ayala Triangle Gardens is like an oasis set in the midst of Makati’s skyscrapers and busy avenues. It's a place where one may just slow down and enjoy good food and coffee, or just stroll leisurely.
Dekada, Historic Filipino Cuisine will give you a nostalgic vibe as if you are walking back in time. It features an all-Filipino line-up in its menu but what would strike you the most is that the dishes are named after persons and events tha…
Paradise Dynasty at S Maison in Conrad Hotel commands an impressive view of Manila Bay, a vista that further emphasizes the grandiosity of the restaurant. But beyond its flamboyant interiors, Paradise Dynasty offers notable classic Chinese…
Bad Bird's Umami Fried Chicken perhaps perfectly defines what true comfort food is like. It's big and it's delicious, with extra crunchy and flavorful skin that will keep you coming back for more. Pair that with any of its equally mou…
Buffet 101 is a good option if you are looking for an all-you-can-eat restaurant that offers good value-for-money. It has an extensive array of dishes that range from Asian to Western, as well as unlimited fruit juices, soda, coffee, and beer.
Dads World Buffet offers a surprisingly extensive dinner buffet that will leave diners satisfied. As its name suggests, Dads World Buffet offers a selection of both local and international cuisines.
Kuya J Restaurant’s casual and easygoing vibe makes it the perfect dining place to enjoy home-cooked Filipino food.
City Buffet has immensely improved since the last time we were here three years ago. Back then, the food was unremarkable and the service was slow. I was thinking though that timing might have been a factor; we were previously here for dinner and…
XO 46 Heritage Bistro is probably one of the finest Filipino restaurants that we have ever been to. Their take on classic Filipino cooking is outstanding; we have never tasted anything from their menu that was not …
Ryu Ramen and Curry is one of the few restaurants that we keep coming back to if we want to eat delicious food. Aside from the food , it’s just on the ground floor of SM Jazz Residences Condominium where we used to rent a unit.
Warung Indo offers flavorful Indonesian and Chinese fares that will beckon you to return. The food here tastes delicious; they are unlike the other items that we usually get to try in similar Asian restaurants.
Traveling is such an enriching experience that most of us would not mind saving up and spending just to visit the places that we love. But wouldn't it be nice to travel for free or at least get huge savings on our travel expenses?…
Tabaco Church in the Municipality of Tabaco in Albay stands breathtaking in its beautiful and enigmatic simplicity. The Tabaco Church, also known as the Saint John the Baptist Parish Church, was one of our stopovers during our tour in…
Sultan Mediterranean Grill is possibly one of our best foodie discoveries in the Salcedo district of Makati. It was a purely random discovery but, as we most often know, those are almost always the most exciting ones.
Dusit Thani Manila’s The Pantry may not have an extensive buffet spread, but this restaurant is not one to be overlooked when dining in Makati City.
Blackbird at the Nielson Tower has all it takes to create a lasting impression. Set within the historic Nielson Tower in Ayala Triangle in Makati, Blackbird oozes with an appeal, class, and a romantic ambiance. For those who are …
F All-Day Dining, F1 Hotel's signature restaurant, offers a well-curated selection of local and international cuisine to suit the discerning palate of its diners. F All-Day Dining is a cozy restaurant; its interior is not …
I first discovered Island Rose five years ago and I have since remained a loyal customer. Before that discovery, I still thought that the only way to have flowers delivered was to personally go to a flower shop, choose an arrang…
In Retrospect is a series of articles and snippets in which I try to recall my most memorable experiences; memories captured during my unflustered youth before I had cameras and smartphones to record them with.
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