Category: #Philippines

JUNIPER by Josh Boutwood (A Review)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

JUNIPER by Chef Josh Boutwood is a fine-casual dining concept inspired by the refreshing simplicity and versatility of the gin and tonic. The restaurant offers a modern, ingredient-driven experience featuring meticulously crafted small and large plates paired with inventive gin-based cocktails. With its blend of refined technique, bold flavors, and cultural nuance, JUNIPER transforms simplicity … Continue reading JUNIPER by Josh Boutwood (A Review)

W@WCON: 🚀 From ‘Awesome’ to ‘Sigma’ — Decoding the Gen X, Millennial & Gen Z Filipino Consumer.

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Congrats for the first W@WCON by @weddingsatwork!  It was an honor to share my knowledge with the wedding industry community. I’m deeply humbled by those who personally came up to say thank you and shared how much they learned from my talk. I honestly didn’t expect it to resonate the way it did—especially since it took … Continue reading W@WCON: 🚀 From ‘Awesome’ to ‘Sigma’ — Decoding the Gen X, Millennial & Gen Z Filipino Consumer.

You are invited to Tagaytay Food Festival 2025!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Food That Binds: A Culinary Homecoming in Tagaytay Some places feed you. Others stay with you. Tagaytay, somehow, does both. Cradled between lake and sky, Tagaytay has long been the getaway of choice for in-the-know diners—those who understand that food is as much about feeling as it is about flavor. Now, the city that turned … Continue reading You are invited to Tagaytay Food Festival 2025!

Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park – Priceless Family Experience (Photo Essay)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines, Palawan

Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, located in the Saint Paul Mountain Range on the western coast of Palawan, is a protected area recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 and voted as one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature in 2012. I was excited to take the kids to this famed … Continue reading Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park – Priceless Family Experience (Photo Essay)

How this slow Palawan trip ruined family travel forever?! @fourpointspuertoprincesa

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Hotels, #Philippines, Family Escapades, Palawan

This slow-paced Palawan escape at Four Points Puerto Princesa has completely ruined family travel for us — in the best possible way. Key Points: • We thought we were simply taking a break with the kids — just another typical hotel resort staycation. But we had no idea it would completely transform our idea of … Continue reading How this slow Palawan trip ruined family travel forever?! @fourpointspuertoprincesa

HELM’s Harry Potter-Themed Dining Experience!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

HELM by Chef Josh Boutwood presents a Harry Potter-themed dining experience—a magical culinary journey through all seven books, with each course creatively inspired by a specific book and paired with playful, thoughtfully selected wines. Chef Josh curates three unique dining experiences each year, always featuring one fun and imaginative concept at midyear (last year’s was … Continue reading HELM’s Harry Potter-Themed Dining Experience!

Best of Hotel Okura Manila’s Thai Food Festival!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Hotel Okura Manila’s Thai Food Festival features Chef Phuvadol Chanasenee, Executive Sous Chef of The Okura Prestige Bangkok, for a special three-day Thai and Japanese buffet at Yawaragi. I’ve always loved dining at Yawaragi—not just for the consistently excellent food, but also because it brings back fond memories of our unforgettable meal there with Rache. … Continue reading Best of Hotel Okura Manila’s Thai Food Festival!

Antonio’s Tagaytay X Sub-Zero and Wolf Collab!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Antonio’s Tagaytay ‘The Table’ is a one-of-a-kind pop-up dining experience where Chef Tony Boy personally prepared and served a special 6-course menu—originally crafted for the Antonio’s Tagaytay Makati pop-up—inside the elegant Sub-Zero & Wolf Show Kitchen at Greenbelt Residences. With Wolf’s precision cooking technology and Sub-Zero’s state-of-the-art freshness preservation, it was easily one of Manila’s finest … Continue reading Antonio’s Tagaytay X Sub-Zero and Wolf Collab!

OFFBEAT BISTRO by Angelo Comsti & Chef Don Baldosano (A Review)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

OFFBEAT BISTRO, by food writer and chef Angelo Comsti together with chef Don Baldosano, introduces a Modern Retro Filipino Bistro concept. But what exactly does that mean? Having tried Linamnam by Chef Don, we’re looking forward to his fresh interpretations of Filipino cuisine inspired by traditional recipes. At the same time, we’re eager to see how Angelo reimagines regional … Continue reading OFFBEAT BISTRO by Angelo Comsti & Chef Don Baldosano (A Review)

Hope in Every Vote, Strength in Every Voice!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

The Filipino people have spoken. They are tired of corruption, empty promises from politicians, and even the poor are beginning to learn from past mistakes—particularly from voting for celebrities who, once in office, have done little to nothing for the country. There were attempts to influence public opinion through outdated and unreliable surveys—don’t be misled … Continue reading Hope in Every Vote, Strength in Every Voice!