Category: #Philippines

BRICK CORNER: Bet You Haven’t Tried Manila’s Best Indian Restaurant? (According to the Michelin Guide)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Brick Corner is now officially recognized by the MICHELIN Guide as the Best Indian Restaurant in Manila, and we finally got to try it — we can confidently say we agree with the recommendation. To be honest, when we first heard the name “Brick Corner,” we assumed it wasn’t an authentic Indian restaurant because of its generic-sounding name. … Continue reading BRICK CORNER: Bet You Haven’t Tried Manila’s Best Indian Restaurant? (According to the Michelin Guide)

Why HOSHINO Coffee is Manila’s Go-To Authentic Japanese Café?

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

HOSHINO Coffee is your everyday Japanese café for comfort food but elevated with specialty hand-drip coffee, classic yōshoku (Japan’s Western-style cuisine), and a Japanese retro coffee house (Jyun-kissa) ambiance that feels both familiar and distinctly Japanese. While the coffee is a standout, it’s the food that truly shines, authentically Japanese and reminiscent of dining in Tokyo, right here … Continue reading Why HOSHINO Coffee is Manila’s Go-To Authentic Japanese Café?

A Nüwa Hotel Luxury Staycation for our 23rd Anniversary

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Happy 23rd Anniversary, my love! Every day, I thank our Lord for the gift of you, Rachee, and for blessing us with our four boys — Aidan, Joshua, Raphael, and Yugi. Twenty-three years have been an incredible ride: full of joy and challenges, financial highs and lows, risks we faced hand in hand, and the shared … Continue reading A Nüwa Hotel Luxury Staycation for our 23rd Anniversary

The Flour Pot Bistro & Bakery by Chef Rhea Sycip

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Flour Pot Bistro & Bakery by Chef Rhea Sycip is BGC’s go-to spot for cakes, desserts, and late-night sweet cravings—they’re open until midnight! Beyond sweets, it’s a full bistro featuring Chef Rhea’s creations made with sustainable, locally sourced ingredients from slow-food farm communities. (Fun fact: Chef Rhea was once Executive Sous Chef at Alain Raye’s … Continue reading The Flour Pot Bistro & Bakery by Chef Rhea Sycip

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