Tag: Italian Restaurant

MODERNA: Filipino-inspired Italian by Chef Donatello Montrone (First Look)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Moderna is a Filipino-inspired Modern Italian restaurant by Donatello Montrone of the Al Dente Group, where adobo meets al dente in a creative, elevated setting. The menu features both thoughtfully crafted Italian la carte dishes (minus the pizza) and a signature tasting menu curated by Chef Donatello, blending bold Filipino flavors with refined Italian technique. It’s casual fine dining … Continue reading MODERNA: Filipino-inspired Italian by Chef Donatello Montrone (First Look)

A Better A Mano Experience! @ Gateway 2 Mall

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

A Mano stands out as our preferred Italian dining destination in Manila, boasting a commitment to handcrafted excellence and curated by renowned restaurateur Amado Fores. The recent addition of their Gateway 2 branch not only places them in the heart of their family’s Cubao lifestyle enclave but also brings a more welcoming service compared to … Continue reading A Better A Mano Experience! @ Gateway 2 Mall

AMARE Nuvali: Best Brick-Oven Pizza, Pasta, and Tomahawk Steak!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Amare La Cucina is now open in Nuvali, having transferred from its original Paseo de Sta. Rosa location. It’s fascinating how Amare from Baguio was able to expand to 12 branches rapidly (without franchising) by being an equity partner in all of its branches. It is known for its brick-oven specialties which are not limited … Continue reading AMARE Nuvali: Best Brick-Oven Pizza, Pasta, and Tomahawk Steak!

A MANO // Best Restaurant in Rockwell (Review)

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines, #Restaurants

A MANO, with its freshly made “by hand” promise, is a faithfully Italian Restaurant by Amado Fores that emerged after the pandemic lockdown as the best and go-to restaurant that’s uniquely Rockwell. We had two criteria when we were choosing a restaurant where we could meet with our friends to discuss post-election blues—yummy food and … Continue reading A MANO // Best Restaurant in Rockwell (Review)