Bistro Mondo by Chef Steven Scudder

Chef Steven Scudder‘s claim to fame? He was the chef behind the success of Paper Moon in Jupiter (do you remember that?), Endangered Species in Malate, and Aresi restaurant and bar in QC (then Subic). After a short stint in Tagaytay Highlands, he finally  decided to open his new restaurant — Bistro Mondo, in partnership … Continue reading Bistro Mondo by Chef Steven Scudder

KAOS, the Circus Musical

KAOS, an original production by Resorts World, is the name of the land where the entire circus musical is set. The title is inspired by the actual name of the white lion in the show. It is a Chinese Acrobatic show+ American Circus + Cirque de Soleil + Broadway Musical rolled into one. Here are … Continue reading KAOS, the Circus Musical

[RENT The Musical in Manila 2011] How Did you Measure Your Life in 2010?

How did you measure your life in 2010? Let me start… I’m happy that we were able to  launch platforms to help the best home-based businesses in Manila promote their products to foodies via Ultimate Taste Tests 4 & 5, Foodie Delivery service and Mercato Centrale Weekend Market. Also, it was very fulfilling to have coached and inspired … Continue reading [RENT The Musical in Manila 2011] How Did you Measure Your Life in 2010?

Chef Tatung’s Private Dining

1/10/12 Update: Check out Chef Tatung Garden Cafe Revisited! Chef Myke Sarthou — “Tatung” to his friends — is known in the organics circle as the chef who uses local, sustainable ingredients and uses them for his dishes that are world-class in taste and presentation. Chef Tatung’s private dining concept is simple: a 4-course meal for … Continue reading Chef Tatung’s Private Dining

Eat the Night Away at Midnight Mercato!

Are you looking for a place that will satisfy your late night cravings?  Are you looking for some good food while taking a break from your night shift? Are you looking for some great-tasting dishes to fill your stomach after your weekend gimmicks? Then come to Midnight Mercato at Bonifacio Global City, the newest haven … Continue reading Eat the Night Away at Midnight Mercato!

Cemento’s Cobra Reef, Baler! (3 of 3)

Surfing in Cobra Reef in Brgy. Cemento, Baler is the number one motivation for hard-core surfers to troop to the area. From the main Sabang beach, it is 15 minutes away by car or 30 minutes away by walking along the beach through the barangays. The most ideal time to surf here is when there … Continue reading Cemento’s Cobra Reef, Baler! (3 of 3)

Top 10 Food in Baler (2 of 3)

The food in Baler was surprisingly good. 🙂 Here are the 10 that stood out: 1. Baler Suman  Baler Suman (P50 for 10) This is actually the perfect suman for me. It is a bit sweet already so no need to dip it in sugar. It is light, as big as a finger but  a little … Continue reading Top 10 Food in Baler (2 of 3)

The Allure of Baler (1 of 3)

Master photographer George Tapan would often invite people to have a photo shoot in Baler. He held two workshops last year in the area (which I missed). I’ve always been curious about Baler ever since.  Baler is a top destination for hard-core surfers who love Cemento’s Cobra Reef but remains relatively unknown among Manila’s travelers. … Continue reading The Allure of Baler (1 of 3)