Tag: Restaurants
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Flavors of the Philippines: Mindanao’s Regional Dishes in Metro Manila
Mindanao offers a diverse and colorful culinary heritage—from satti and sinuglaw to tuna and pastil—each dish telling the story of the island’s rich culture. In this final installment of the three-part food crawl, discover where you can enjoy these Mindanaoan flavors without leaving Metro Manila. Kick off your Mindanaoan food journey here.
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Flavors of the Philippines: Visayas’ Regional Dishes in Metro Manila
Visayas boasts a vibrant culinary landscape—from La Paz batchoy and chicken inasal to lechon and humba—with each dish representing the islands’ rich heritage. In the second installment of this three-part food crawl, explore where you can savor these beloved Visayan specialties right here in Metro Manila. Begin your Visayan food journey here.
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24 Hours in Poblacion, Makati: Flings, Filters, Feeds
Explore the charm of Poblacion, Makati, through a day in the life of a woman coming to terms with middle age. Sip coffee at Commune, savor vegan Filipino dishes at Cosmic, and unwind at retro diner Filling Station. Poblacion provides a blend of experiences, whether you’re visiting cultural attractions or enjoying the buzzing nightlife.
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Dine In: Corner Tree Café
[UPDATE, May 2025: Corner Tree Café has reopened in Poblacion, Makati after closing in 2024. The new location, at 5782 Felipe Street above El Chupacabra, maintains the cozy atmosphere of the original. The café had its soft opening on May 14, 2025, and encouraged reservations while still welcoming walk-ins. The café looks forward to reconnecting…
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Dine In: Third Eye
Part of the joys in exploring Kathmandu is deciding where to eat, especially in the tourist center of Thamel. Thamel is known for its bustling streets and narrow alleyways, which are lined with restaurants, cafes, and eateries. These establishments offer a rich tapestry of flavors, allowing visitors to indulge in global cuisines. Whether you’re craving…
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Dine In: Small Talk Cafe
Bicolano cuisine is one of the most popular regional cuisines in the Philippines, so part of the fun of going to the Bicol region is getting to sample its dishes. One of the most famous restaurants serving Bicolano fare is Small Talk Cafe in Legazpi, Albay. This cozy little place in the heart of the…
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Dine In (For the Last Time): Kermit Manila
Not to mention the increasing number of deaths caused by COVID, this pandemic has delivered a significant damage to many enterprises, particularly small independent ones. While the food sector as a whole has survived, particularly those that can adapt to cloud kitchen concepts and online delivery, others have not been so successful. One example is…
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Dine In: Bellini’s
I’ve been to Cubao a lot of times before but not in the area behind the Gateway Mall. It takes a weird idea to just do that. Since movie theaters are not yet allowed to operate in Metro Manila (probably in the whole country as well), I and a friend decide to watch Luca on…
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Dine In: Art Sector Gallery and Chimney Cafe 360
A Visit to Art Sector Gallery and Chimney Cafe 360 in Binangonan: Art, Views, and Good Food
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Of Al Fresco Dining and a Sushi Cake
About nine months ago, I didn’t think that the quarantine would extend until my next birthday. I was feeling kind of lucky that I spent my birthday last year dining out with my former coworkers. The coronavirus was already a bubbling issue then, but it was still mostly at the back of our collective minds,…
The Tourist Gaze 