IPPONYARI Is Finally in Mitsukoshi BGC—Here’s What to Expect?!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Ipponyari, our go-to Japanese restaurant from the South, has landed in Mitsukoshi BGC—bringing the same crowd-pleasing dishes at prices Southies love. This is their most beautiful branch yet: a light-filled, two-level, 200-seater that’s perfect for family celebrations and shared Japanese comfort food. Here’s what to expect at Ipponyari Mitsukoshi BGC: IPPONYARI BGC Ipponyari BGC sits … Continue reading IPPONYARI Is Finally in Mitsukoshi BGC—Here’s What to Expect?!

SILVER GARDEN: How to Order for a Lauriat Celebration? (A Review)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Silver Garden Seafood Restaurant is a premium Chinese restaurant tucked away in the basement of Somerset Dowell Tower Residences. It’s quickly becoming the talk of the town—an exciting new destination especially for diners who’ve already tried every standout Chinese restaurant in the city and are looking for something fresh yet refined. We held our board meeting … Continue reading SILVER GARDEN: How to Order for a Lauriat Celebration? (A Review)

And the Winners of the Ultimate Taste Test 2025 are… 🏆✨

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

After a full day of tasting, critiquing, and uncovering standout flavors, we’re thrilled to present the winners chosen by our esteemed gourmand judges! This year’s lineup was exceptionally vibrant and delicious, but our judges held each entry to the highest standards, offering thoughtful and candid feedback throughout. In the Ultimate Taste Test, only those bold … Continue reading And the Winners of the Ultimate Taste Test 2025 are… 🏆✨

LAST CALL: Who will win the Ultimate Taste Test 2025 Edition?

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Read first: Announcing…. Ultimate Taste Test 2025! 🔥 Taste the Future: Ultimate Taste Test 2025 Lineup is Here! 🔥 Let’s rally behind our new food entrepreneurs, innovative concepts, chili makers, and taste makers as we gear up for 2026! 🌶️🍴 ⏰ Last call for food participants — our foodie community is ready to support as many food businesses as possible. Don’t … Continue reading LAST CALL: Who will win the Ultimate Taste Test 2025 Edition?

Little Grace Dining by Chef Sharwin Tee: A Tsinoy Heritage Tasting Experience

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Chef Sharwin Tee’s 6-month pop-up at the Center for Culinary Arts BGC has been creating buzz with its first-ever Chinese-Filipino (Tsinoy) tasting menu — a thoughtful celebration of heritage flavors, intimate dining, and refined execution that’s giving off true Michelin-level vibes. This is the first time I really enjoy Chef Sharwin’s cooking with a splash … Continue reading Little Grace Dining by Chef Sharwin Tee: A Tsinoy Heritage Tasting Experience

Turning Flavors into Billions: What We Learned the Hard Way — and How to Build a Scalable Food Brand

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Turning Flavors into BillionsA Food Startup Founder’s Roadmap for 2026 and Beyond Three years into food entrepreneurship, we’ve learned—often the hard way—what truly makes a food brand sustainably profitable, guided by mentors and witnessing many startup concepts struggle or fail. Now, with MICHELIN raising the bar, quality is simply the baseline, and youthful innovation has … Continue reading Turning Flavors into Billions: What We Learned the Hard Way — and How to Build a Scalable Food Brand

The Morning After Michelin: Winners & Whispers, What’s Next?

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Post-Award Analysis, Industry Chika and Key Takeaways from Michelin Philippines 2026.(11/1/2025: Blog updated with DLSU-CSB Alumni winning MIchelin Stars and Rockwell’s Michelin-recognized establishments.) Michelin Awards, after 125 years, have finally arrived in the Philippines, marking a historic milestone for our dining culture. Even for those of us who’ve been covering the industry for nearly two decades, … Continue reading The Morning After Michelin: Winners & Whispers, What’s Next?

HIRO Premier: A5 OMI Wagyu Heaven in Manila!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

HIRO Premier Japanese Yakiniku is the upscale branch of the well-loved HIRO Japanese Yakiniku in Salcedo, dedicated exclusively to premium A5 Omi Wagyu — Japan’s oldest and one of its most revered wagyu brands. Designed for the discerning steak connoisseur, HIRO Premier offers a refined yakiniku experience that celebrates the purity and craftsmanship of Omi … Continue reading HIRO Premier: A5 OMI Wagyu Heaven in Manila!

BINONDO BOYS: a 24×7 Binondo food concept you never knew you needed

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

BINONDO BOYS is a 24/7 Filipino-Chinese eatery by our favorite Chef Mikel Zaguirre of Locavore fame. Chef Kel is back in action — and as the saying goes, when one door closes, another one opens. Binondo Boys is the second concept from Food Records Inc., with partner Martin Gino Palma, following their first venture, Mabuhay Craft Coffee along Mabini in San Juan. I love how they’re … Continue reading BINONDO BOYS: a 24×7 Binondo food concept you never knew you needed

Dave & Buster’s Opens in Manila! (Here’s What to Expect?)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Dave & Buster’s is finally in Manila! 🎉 Their first flagship store just opened at Opus Mall, and it’s like Timezone meets Friday’s — a massive arcade and restaurant in one, buzzing with that fun Gen Z energy. ⚡️Our kids were so excited because they’ve watched Dave & Buster’s on YouTube for years — and now it’s finally … Continue reading Dave & Buster’s Opens in Manila! (Here’s What to Expect?)