Author: Anton Diaz

METRONOME by Chef Miko Calo: The Best French Bistro in Manila? (Review)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

As featured in 10 Best NEW Homegrown Restaurants in Manila of 2019! METRONOME is a modern French restaurant in Makati by Joël Robuchon-trained Chef Miko Calo, RJ Galang of Bakere/Man Eat Manila fame, Restaurateur Elbert Cuenca and Alain Borgers, formerly from the Shangri-La Group. This is the much-anticipated restaurant opening of 2019 in Manila because … Continue reading METRONOME by Chef Miko Calo: The Best French Bistro in Manila? (Review)

Because Coffee by Harlan + Holden (A Review)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

As featured in 10 Best Restaurants/Cafes of One Bonifacio High Street! This is one of the landmark cafes at the center of BGC on 5th Avenue corner Bonifacio High Street. Because Coffee by fashion brand Harlan + Holden is known to be a cashless coffee shop where you can order your coffee in advance. The … Continue reading Because Coffee by Harlan + Holden (A Review)

VBQ: Best of Vietnamese BBQ and Bang! Bang! Bar in Poblacion

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Restaurants

Vietnamese cuisine is trending, and if you are craving for a taste of Vietnam, this is the place to go for a satisfying fix in Poblacion, Makati. VBQ is Chef Mikel Zaguirre’s streetside Vietnamese barbecue and hot pot place with a Vietcong-themed Bang! Bang! Bar. This is a great spot to have dinner to kick-off … Continue reading VBQ: Best of Vietnamese BBQ and Bang! Bang! Bar in Poblacion

Sweeney Todd Musical Thriller in Manila: Why You’ll Lovett!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Sweeney Todd Musical Manila celebrates the play’s 40th anniversary on Broadway and Atlantis Productions’ 20th year with a star-studded cast led by Lea Salonga as Mrs. Lovett and Jett Pangan as Sweeney Todd. The performances are way different from those of Audie Gemora as Sweeney Todd and Menchu Launchengco-Yulo as Mrs. Lovett during Repertory Philippines’ … Continue reading Sweeney Todd Musical Thriller in Manila: Why You’ll Lovett!

comGateway: Shop Unique Products from US Stores and Ship to Manila in 10 days!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Here’s the secret to shopping from US stores to get unique products not available in Manila at the most cost-effective rate and fastest delivery possible… via comGateway service! Yugi already got his Steve of Minecraft costume from a Halloween store in the US just in time for Trick or Treat. You still have time to … Continue reading comGateway: Shop Unique Products from US Stores and Ship to Manila in 10 days!

Top Caterers in Manila @ SMX’s Culinaire 2019!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Culinaire is an annual SMX culinary event held as a thanksgiving to clients and as a signature showcase of SMX Convention Center’s 15 accredited caterers’ food and set up excellence. This year was a battle among the 15 caterers who competed for 7 awards last September 5, 2019. Congratulations to the Top Caterers in Manila: … Continue reading Top Caterers in Manila @ SMX’s Culinaire 2019!

Southbank: Alabang’s Secret Melbourne-inspired Cafe

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

As featured in 10 Best NEW Homegrown Restaurants in Manila of 2019! It’s starting to feel like Melbourne in the south because of the demand for better cafes and better lounge and food experience in the Alabang Area. This motivated Patrick Leyble, Wendy Esteban and Stevie Ang, who moved back from Melbourne to start a … Continue reading Southbank: Alabang’s Secret Melbourne-inspired Cafe

HIMALA Isang Musikal: Must-Watch Iconic Filipino Musical!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: Musicals

One of my regrets in 2018 was missing the maiden run of “Himala: Isang Musikal” which eventually won 8 awards in the 11th Philstage Gawad Buhay Awards (the equivalent of the Tony’s in Manila). I finally watched it last weekend. It is the kind of show that will resonate with you in understanding the Filipino … Continue reading HIMALA Isang Musikal: Must-Watch Iconic Filipino Musical!

Harry Potter in Concert in Manila Review

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

It was our first time watching a CineConcert where the entire film is shown on a 40-foot screen playing only the original dialogue (with subtitle), with the music performed live by a symphony orchestra in sync with the movie. It was indeed a magical experience to watch the original Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™ … Continue reading Harry Potter in Concert in Manila Review

And the Winners of The Ultimate Taste Test 10th Anniversary Edition are…

By Anton Diaz
Topics: Ultimate Taste Test

This was literally the best Ultimate Taste Test ever! Thank you to our Lord for making the event memorable and successful. Thank you to all the purveyors, foodies, blogger friends, industry partners and sponsors for making the UTT 10th Anniversary Edition a historic success. And the Winners of The Ultimate Taste Test 10th Anniversary Edition … Continue reading And the Winners of The Ultimate Taste Test 10th Anniversary Edition are…