Tequila 101: Understanding Blue Agave, Mezcal and Extra Añejo

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Tequila has long been associated with memories of shots accompanied by lime and salt, guaranteed to get the party started. My partner, JoMag, is a huge tequila fan and became legendary for having shots during business meetings in his Potato Corner days. Back then, it was all about rituals, partying, and a guaranteed way to … Continue reading Tequila 101: Understanding Blue Agave, Mezcal and Extra Añejo

GLOBE Roaming Explained! Why #RoamwithGlobe on your Next Travel?

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Roaming while traveling has become a must to stay connected, share real-time updates with friends using #happeningnow, and safely navigate your destination. If you’re a GLOBE subscriber, you’ll be glad to know that their roaming rates are now competitive (yes!) compared to getting a local SIM or a Wi-Fi router for sharing. However, understanding the … Continue reading GLOBE Roaming Explained! Why #RoamwithGlobe on your Next Travel?

BAR PINTXOS White Plains: Best New Pintxos!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Bar Pintxos White Plains is officially open! This marks the 6th branch of the San Sebastián-inspired Spanish restaurant, specializing in pintxos here in Manila. Pintxos originated in Spain’s Basque region in the 1930s, when a local bar began serving small snacks held together with a toothpick (known as a ‘pincho,’ meaning ‘spike’) to keep the … Continue reading BAR PINTXOS White Plains: Best New Pintxos!

Introducing: Michelin Guide Hotels in the Philippines – A New Era of Hospitality Excellence?!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Michelin Guide Hotels recommend 6 Hotels in the Philippines – 3 in Manila (Hotel Okura Manila, Admiral Hotel Manila-MGallery, The Peninsula Manila), 1 in Cebu (Crimson Resort & Spa Mactan), 1 in Palawan (Amanpulo), and 1 in Siargao (Nay Palad Hideaway Siargao). And so it begins… The Michelin Guide phenomenon has officially arrived in Manila, … Continue reading Introducing: Michelin Guide Hotels in the Philippines – A New Era of Hospitality Excellence?!

KAZU Cafe: Best Japanese Cafe @ Ayala Triangle Gardens

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

KAZU CAFE is the latest Japanese-inspired café concept by Ryan Cruz located in Ayala Triangle Gardens, a spin-off of the renowned Kazunori 3-in-1 Mazda Showroom concept by the Nippon Hasha Group, known for their famed Japanese ramen at Yushoken and Mendokoro. The café offers a reimagined take on the iconic flavors of Kazunori, set in … Continue reading KAZU Cafe: Best Japanese Cafe @ Ayala Triangle Gardens

So this is 50.

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

A moment to pause life and reflect on the past half-century. This is 50. I thank God for blessing me with a beautiful wife, a loving family, and an entrepreneurial journey where I cherish every moment, whether it’s a win or a loss, during this golden year of my life. This letter is dedicated to … Continue reading So this is 50.

Chef David Thien X Chef Lisa Revilla in Admiral Hotel Manila!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

We first met Chef Lisa and French Chef David during the grand tasting at the inaugural Davao Food and Wine Festival in 2023. They had both recently returned to Davao after successful executive careers in Singapore. Chef David joined St. Regis Hotel LaBreeza in Singapore in 2007, later becoming the executive chef of the 2-Michelin-Star … Continue reading Chef David Thien X Chef Lisa Revilla in Admiral Hotel Manila!

The International Manila Food and Wine Festival 2024 Champions the Philippines as Asia’s Next Culinary Destination

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

The International Manila Food and Wine Festival 2024, in partnership with the Department of Tourism and the Restaurant Owners of the Philippines (Resto Ph), is making a definitive move to becoming a key player in Asia’s burgeoning gastronomy tourism scene. With an ambitious focus on drawing global attention and positioning the Philippines as a food … Continue reading The International Manila Food and Wine Festival 2024 Champions the Philippines as Asia’s Next Culinary Destination

Six Hands Luxe at 180 feat. Chef Sau, Chef Oliver Buenviaje and Chef John Buenaventura

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Tagaytay Food & Wine Festival Series:• Announcing… The Inaugural Tagaytay Food & Wine Festival!• First Grand Tasting @ Tagaytay Food & Wine Festival Highlights (Photo Essay)• The Fatted Calf X Pilgrim Davao Harvest Dinner (Photo Essay)• Six Hands Luxe at 180 feat. Chef Sau, Chef Oliver Buenviaje and Chef John Buenaventura 180 by Chef Sau hosted the Six-Hands … Continue reading Six Hands Luxe at 180 feat. Chef Sau, Chef Oliver Buenviaje and Chef John Buenaventura

BAKMI NYONYA: The Best Indonesian Restaurant in Manila! @ Assembly Grounds

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Bakmi Nyonya by Indonesian Lucy Garcia is our favorite Indonesian restaurant in Manila, featuring their family’s signature Bakmi Nyonya noodles and home-cooked recipes from her mom. Located at Assembly Grounds at the Rise (former location of Zubuchon), they’ve grown from winning The Next Big Food Entrepreneur competition in 2014 to expanding their stall in Pioneer, … Continue reading BAKMI NYONYA: The Best Indonesian Restaurant in Manila! @ Assembly Grounds