COCO ICHIBANYA: #1 Japanese Curry House in the World…Now in Manila! @CoCoIchibanyaPH

Related post: 10 Most Awesome New (Franchised) Restaurants in Manila 2015!  Curry House CoCo Ichibanya holds the Guinness World Record for the largest curry restaurant chain in the world–with over 1,400 stores.  The first store in Manila finally opened at Basement 1 of Estancia Mall, franchised by Hubert Young of UCC Philippines and Mitsuyado Sei-men fame. Here’s … Continue reading COCO ICHIBANYA: #1 Japanese Curry House in the World…Now in Manila! @CoCoIchibanyaPH

HOUSE OF WAGYU: How does Saga Prime A5 Wagyu cooked on a Stone Grill Taste Like?

Ever since the Philippines lifted the ban on Japanese Beef last 2014, Manila has been enjoying a Japanese Wagyu craze of the available top variants–Kobe, Matsusaka, and Ohmi. Now, the strictest quality Wagyu can be added to that list–Saga. Have you ever wondered how A5 Grade 11 Japanese Wagyu would taste like cooked on stone … Continue reading HOUSE OF WAGYU: How does Saga Prime A5 Wagyu cooked on a Stone Grill Taste Like?

Secret Hawker Canteen in Changi Airport! (Thanks @ChangiRecommends for the Makan Tip!)

I was pleasantly surprised to discover this secret Staff Hawker Canteen at the Changi Airport Terminal 2 public area. Thanks to our friend Andrea of Changi Recommends for sharing with us this well-guarded makan tip in Singapore’s famous airport. 🙂 You’ve got to check out this secret hawker canteen on your next trip to the … Continue reading Secret Hawker Canteen in Changi Airport! (Thanks @ChangiRecommends for the Makan Tip!)

BUFFALO WILD WINGS: Hand-spun Chicken Wings and Blazin’ Challenge Now in Manila!

Related post: 10 Most Awesome New (Franchised) Restaurants in Manila 2015!   BUFFALO WILD WINGS is the first Asian franchise of the popular Buffalo chicken wing restaurant and sports bar concept by Jim Disbrow and Scott Lowery. Founded in Ohio, USA 30 years ago, BWW promises the best Wings, Beer, and Sports experience in Manila. … Continue reading BUFFALO WILD WINGS: Hand-spun Chicken Wings and Blazin’ Challenge Now in Manila!

The NOBU Manila Restaurant Experience (A Review) @CityofDreamsPH

Related post: 10 Most Awesome New (Franchised) Restaurants in Manila 2015!  The NOBU Restaurant is a Japanese & Peruvian-inspired restaurant by Celebrity Chef Nobu Matsuhisa in City of Dreams Manila. It’s the signature restaurant of the Nobu Hotel and the 2nd Celebrity Chef Restaurant to open in the metro. We had a special date with our … Continue reading The NOBU Manila Restaurant Experience (A Review) @CityofDreamsPH

SENOR POLLO: Famous Latin Chicken Hole-in-the-Wall in Makati @SenorPolloPH

Señor Pollo is a Latin American Chicken street joint by the owners of El Chupacabra, who perfected the formula of unique Latin American food + street artsy ambiance + good value for money. Here’s my Sunday date experience with Rache … SENOR POLLO PHILIPPINES5767 Ebro Street (near Kalayaan Avenue), Makati CityMobile Number: +63 977 142-9273Operating Hours: 11:30am – … Continue reading SENOR POLLO: Famous Latin Chicken Hole-in-the-Wall in Makati @SenorPolloPH

MENDOKORO RAMENBA: Ramen Yushoken in Makati (A Review)

MENDOKORO RAMENBA is the “serious ramen” reincarnation of Ramen Yushoken in Makati, by Elbert Cuenca and Ryan Cruz. The concept is inspired by the authentic ramen houses in Japan. They strictly serve ramen only, limited to 80-100 bowls daily, and just for dine-in during lunch or dinner. They now serve unlimited bowls daily from 11.00am to 11.00pm including Sundays 🙂 … Continue reading MENDOKORO RAMENBA: Ramen Yushoken in Makati (A Review)

WAGYU JAPANESE BEEF: Makati Hole-in-the-Wall Japanese Wagyu Steakhouse! (A Review)

WAGYU JAPANESE BEEF is a hole-in-the-wall steakhouse in Makati specializing in Premium Japanese Wagyu. It was founded by Yoshikazu Yayano, Takayuki Hayano, and Chef Seiji Kamura. The wifey and I recently had our Christmas date here, and here are some tips on how to make yours a memorable one… WAGYU JAPANESE BEEFG-20 Sunvar Plaza Building, Amorsolo … Continue reading WAGYU JAPANESE BEEF: Makati Hole-in-the-Wall Japanese Wagyu Steakhouse! (A Review)

MATI’S Meat & Bread: Balut Aligue & Angus Ribeye Steaks!

MATI’S MEAT & BREAD is a casual, younger version of MELO’s, created by the 2nd generation owners, Paul and Caron Macasaet. The place is named after their son Mateo, and their other children, Bianca and Tali, have their favorite dishes named after them on the menu. We were here recently for Sunday lunch with the family and here’s our … Continue reading MATI’S Meat & Bread: Balut Aligue & Angus Ribeye Steaks!

THE FRUIT GARDEN: Sunshine Medley, Fairy Flush, & the Sexy Provençal Collection!

The Gift Box (3 assorted jams of 120 gr – P510). The Provencal Collection: Strawberry Rose, Apricot, Peach Thyme. FRUIT GARDEN is a boutique jam maker in Asia where each fruit jam is cooked in the French tradition of small batches in copper cauldrons. It’s 100% natural, with a minimum of 60% fruit content, and only … Continue reading THE FRUIT GARDEN: Sunshine Medley, Fairy Flush, & the Sexy Provençal Collection!