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Modern Mediterranean: Skewr on Maginhawa St.

Modern Mediterranean: Skewr on Maginhawa St.

Mediterranean cuisine has been gaining steam as of late, yet only a few places in the country can give you Mediterranean food that tastes great, is close to where you live, and doesn’t break the bank. Skewr in Quezon City seeks to change that and then some.   YOUR NEW MEDITERRANEAN FOOD STOP. Skewr takes the best of Mediterranean cuisine and puts their own twist on it.   Skewr got its name from the word skewer: a long piece of metal or wood used to hold food together, usually on a grill. Mediterranean cuisine is known for its meats, and skewers are often used to grill these meats. Skewr takes […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Maginhawa
  • Greek & Mediterranean
    • Izakaya Sensu & Chotto Matte in Taguig: An Izakaya Restaurant With A Twist

    Izakaya Sensu & Chotto Matte in Taguig: An Izakaya Restaurant With A Twist

    Izakaya Senseu and Chotto Matte is a Japanese Izakaya restaurant that you would want to visit. The restaurant boasts an innovative concept that will surely make you want to come back again.
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  • Taguig
  • BGC Restaurant 2019
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Japanese
  • BGC Restaurant 2019
  • Bar and Resto
    • Pampas Latino Bistro and Bar: A Taste of South America

    Pampas Latino Bistro and Bar: A Taste of South America

    A restaurant that brings the flavours of the South American region was introduced to the epicures of Manila as Pampas Latino Bistro and Bar officially opened its doors to the public at Uptown Parade, Bonifacio Global City last August 1, 2016.   The event was attended by the media, and different connoisseur of good food and drink. The ribbon cutting was also successfully done by the restaurant owners with distinguished guests of honor, Embassy of Argentina’s Sec. Martin Soto, Senior VP of Megaworld Kevin Tan and Argentinian Ambassador Roberto Bosch.   GRAND OPENING and Ribbon Cutting of Pampas Latino Bistro & Bar (Photo grabbed from Pampas Official Facebook Page)   THE […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • South American
    • (CLOSED) Balkan is back, Where You Go Slav!

    (CLOSED) Balkan is back, Where You Go Slav!

    It's not all meat, cheese, and potatoes at Balkan. They've got killer burgers, too!
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Burgers and Sandwiches 2018
  • European
  • Burgers and Sandwiches 2018
    • Spicebird in Boracay: The Island’s Best Piri-Piri Grill

    Spicebird in Boracay: The Island’s Best Piri-Piri Grill

    Ask where the best piri-piri grill is in Boracay and locals will surely direct you to Spicebird.  IMAGE from Spicebird’s Facebook page  They say the best thing to eat when at the beach is grilled food. Say piri-piri and you’ll hear countless recommendations pointing to Spicebird, as it continues to serve topnotch grilled goodness that has won the hearts of both locals and travelers. IMAGE from Spicebird’s Facebook page  Spicebird Piri-Piri Grill first opened in January 2015, born from the idea of serving grilled food that went beyond the ordinary. While Boracay is filled with restaurants offering grilled dishes, Spicebird chose to stand out with its own spiced-up take on […]
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  • Boracay
  • Bar and Resto
  • Fusion
  • Bar and Resto
    • (CLOSED) Titos Resto & Grill in Boracay: Your Go-to Place for Relaxed Dining

    (CLOSED) Titos Resto & Grill in Boracay: Your Go-to Place for Relaxed Dining

    Found along the myriad of restaurants along the beachfront is Titos Resto & Grill, a go-to place for a relaxed kind of dining.
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  • Boracay
  • Boracay April 2017
  • Seafood
  • Filipino
  • Boracay April 2017
  • Seafood
    • Namoo House Premium Korean Barbecue opens in Uptown BGC

    Namoo House Premium Korean Barbecue opens in Uptown BGC

    Now’s the time to put a delicious end to your Korean barbecue hunger! Namoo House Premium Korean Barbecue, commonly known as Maple Tree House finally opened its doors to dole out the greatest Korean barbecue experience to Manila K-fans and foodies on August 1 in Uptown Bonifacio Global City.   Founded by Canadian nationals Jun Park and Paul Hong, both of Korean descent, Maple Tree House first opened in 2005 in a small quaint house in the Samchong-dong district in Seoul. Their newly opened branch in Uptown Parade in BGC (38th Street cor 11th Avenue) is the fifth branch of the Maple Tree House chain and its first international location. […]
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  • Taguig
  • BGC Restaurant 2019
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Korean 2018
  • Uptown BGC
  • Korean
  • BGC Restaurant 2019
  • Korean 2018
    • The Ruf Resto Bar in Boracay: Rooftop Dining, Classic Favorites, and Stunning Sunset Views

    The Ruf Resto Bar in Boracay: Rooftop Dining, Classic Favorites, and Stunning Sunset Views

    If you’re looking for a laid-back night-out with great food and views, then The Ruf Resto Bar at Ferra Hotel and Garden Suites is the place to be. IMAGE from The Ruf Resto Bar Now open at its new location at the rooftop pool restaurant of Ferra Hotel and Garden Suites Boracay, The Ruf Resto Bar welcomes guests with a fresh setting that perfectly blends relaxation and indulgence. Guests can now enjoy the Php 500 per head promo, which is fully consumable on food and beverages, perfect for those who want to take a swim at the rooftop pool before dining. IMAGE from The Ruf Resto Bar’s Facebook page The […]
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  • Boracay
  • Bar and Resto
  • Boracay April 2017
  • Filipino
  • Fusion
  • Asian
  • Bar and Resto
  • Boracay April 2017
    • Kasbar Boracay: A Flavorful Moroccan Escape by the Beach

    Kasbar Boracay: A Flavorful Moroccan Escape by the Beach

    Moroccan food is a rare find in the Philippines, and even more so on the island of Boracay. Amidst the rows of beachside cafés, seafood grills, and island bars, there is one vibrant spot that offers something truly different: Kasbar Boracay, formerly known as Kasbah. Located along Station 1, this beachfront restaurant brings the colors, spices, and soulful flavors of Morocco straight to Boracay’s shores. IMAGE from Kasbar Boracay’s Instagram account Dining at Kasbar is a feast for both the palate and the senses. Its al fresco setting gives guests a clear view of Boracay’s iconic white sands and crystal-blue waters, creating an atmosphere that’s both laid-back and transportive. IMAGE […]
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  • Boracay
  • Bar and Resto
  • Boracay April 2017
  • Greek & Mediterranean
  • Bar and Resto
  • Boracay April 2017
  • Moroccan
    • (CLOSED) Gasthof Café Lei

    (CLOSED) Gasthof Café Lei

    The words “baby back ribs” and “café” rarely meet each other in a sentence, unless someone forces them to. However, for Gasthof Café Lei, these words are like the best of friends.   WELCOME TO THE GUEST HOUSE   Gasthof is a German word which means “guest house”. At Gasthof Café Lei, you’ll definitely feel like a guest in someone’s house. The simple set-up of the restaurant may put off some people, but the food will always keep you coming back. Gasthof, being a German restaurant, serves classic German dishes such as pork knuckles, schintzels, and bratwurst. But that’s not where the fun starts. It starts when you hear of […]
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  • No Category
  • Boracay
  • Boracay April 2017
  • European
  • No Category
  • Boracay April 2017
    • (CLOSED) Steakhouse Boracay: Where Island Charm Meets Premium Steaks

    (CLOSED) Steakhouse Boracay: Where Island Charm Meets Premium Steaks

    A restaurant that has been a staple of Station 1 since 1998, Steakhouse Boracay is the place to be if you want to meet your need to feast on meat. IMAGE from Steakhouse Boracay Steakhouse Boracay has what may be said as the simplest concept on the island: a place where you can get the best steaks in town. It’s the first restaurant to have introduced steaks to the people of Boracay. It’s popular with the locals purely through word of mouth. Their dishes are all made to order, meaning the only time they cook your food is when you place your order. This ensures that everything on your plate […]
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  • Boracay
  • Boracay April 2017
  • Steakhouse
  • American
  • Boracay April 2017
  • Steakhouse
    • Los Indios Bravos in Boracay: Braving The Island Through Classic Pub Dishes

    Los Indios Bravos in Boracay: Braving The Island Through Classic Pub Dishes

    First opened in 2014, Los Indios Bravos is a well-loved gastropub in Boracay.
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  • Boracay
  • Boracay Restaurant 2019
  • European
  • Boracay Restaurant 2019
    • Christina’s in Boracay: Hennan Regency Resort’s Culinary Destination

    Christina’s in Boracay: Hennan Regency Resort’s Culinary Destination

    Nestled along the pristine shores of Station 2, Christina’s at Henann Regency Resort & Spa offers an exceptional dining experience that seamlessly blends Western culinary traditions with the tropical charm of Boracay.
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  • Boracay
  • Boracay April 2017
  • Italian
  • Boracay April 2017
    • CYMA Greek Taverna in Boracay: Offering Authentic Greek Flavors

    CYMA Greek Taverna in Boracay: Offering Authentic Greek Flavors

    One restaurant in Boracay stands out for serving Greek cuisine: CYMA Greek Taverna.
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  • Greenbelt
  • Cuisines
  • Boracay
  • Mandaluyong
  • Manila
  • Quezon City
  • Boracay April 2017
  • Eastwood
  • Ermita
  • Shangri-La Plaza
  • TriNoma Mall
  • Greek & Mediterranean
  • Cuisines
  • Boracay April 2017
    • Trattoria Altrov’é

    Trattoria Altrov’é

    Where can you find the best pizza and pasta dishes in Coron, you ask? It’s in Trattoria Altrov’é, a popular restaurant that serves mouth-watering dishes for a wonderful dinner delight.     Trattoria Altrov’é is an Italian restaurant located at the town proper which serves delectable European dishes. It got its name “Trattoria,” which means a “small Italian restaurant” and “Altrov’é,” meaning “elsewhere.” The interior of the place is a modern mix of everything, from its Japanese-inspired seating style, to the woody details that makes its homey vibe plus its barefoot area. The place feels like home, making the guests feel welcomed as they have candlelit dinner that makes the […]
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  • Palawan
  • Coron
  • Italian
    • Winnie’s Restaurant

    Winnie’s Restaurant

    Their food puts the ‘win’ in Winnie’s. Located just along the highway, Winnie’s Restaurant is one of the places which many hotels recommend for a sumptuous and affordable pricing. Owned by Winona and Dani Pfister, the restaurant serves home-style fusion dishes, ready to cater any guests with their variety of food offerings. Name it, and they might have what you want.   WINNIE’S RESTO. A collection of wines serve as a decoration for the restaurant.   They serve Mediterranean, Indian, and Filipino cuisine which guests love as the hands-on owners will be there to accommodate reservations and walk-in customers who would love to see what they serve in the famous […]
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  • Palawan
  • Coron
  • Filipino
  • Greek & Mediterranean
  • Indian
    • Spanish colonial meets modern Filipino: Elias

    Spanish colonial meets modern Filipino: Elias

    Fans of Chef Florabel Co Yatco’s atply-named Turn of the Century Filipino Dining at Crisostomo no longer need to flock to any of their branches in Alabang, Eastwood, Fairview, Katipunan, Macapagal, Newport, or Nuvali thanks to Elias.   WELCOME TO ELIAS, A cross between Spanish colonial fittings and turn of the century Filipino dining.   Elias is the best representation of what it would have felt like to eat in an elegant Spanish colonial home while still enjoying dishes made by Chef Florabel. Guests are greeted by warm smiles and an atmosphere suitable for family dinners and dinner dates.   SIMPLE SPANISH ELEGANCE. Tables and chairs will remind you of […]
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  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Filipino
    • Dingding Restaurant

    Dingding Restaurant

    Chinese cuisine is tricky: it can go horribly wrong when not done properly, but it can also be the best thing you’ve tasted if done right. Dingding Restaurant excels in the latter.   FRONT OF RESTAURANT   RESTAURANT INTERIOR   Dingding Restaurant is one of the few authentic Chinese restaurants in Coron. Specializing in cuisine from mainland China, they serve dishes that satisfy even the most discerning of Chinese guests. It’s very popular with Chinese tourists, especially businessmen who visit the islands.   Steamed Lapu-lapu (P1,600 to P3,000 depending on size)   They pride themselves in serving the best steamed fish on the island. Steaming may sound simple, but as […]
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  • Palawan
  • Coron
  • Chinese
    • Corto Del Mar Restaurant in Coron, Palawan

    Corto Del Mar Restaurant in Coron, Palawan

    Hotel guests usually get to enjoy meals from the hotel’s in-house restaurant. Most of them are good, but there is one in-house restaurant in Coron that’s popular to both hotel guests and other visitors: the Corto Del Mar Restaurant.   DINING AREA   Corto Del Mar Restaurant is the in-house restaurant of Corto Del Mar Hotel. They serve a mix of international and local cuisine, with its hours aligned with those of the hotel. This makes it one of the few high-class restaurants in Coron that you can visit for breakfast, even if you’re not a hotel guest. The restaurant’s ambience is nothing short of amazing. It has a perfect […]
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  • Coron
  • Greek & Mediterranean
    • Purple Yam in Malate: Discover reimagined Filipino food

    Purple Yam in Malate: Discover reimagined Filipino food

    If you’re not a fan of crowded restaurants, particularly those that are too noisy and have too many things going around, it’s time for you to discover Purple Yam.   PURPLE YAM. A homey restaurant that serves sumptuous Filipino food   Purple Yam is an ancestral home turned restaurant that is a local branch of the popular Filipino restaurant Purple Yam NYC. Only takes reservations, Purple Yam is described as something different compared to the usual Filipino restaurants in Manila.   NORI TACO, which puts smoked fermented fish, minced meat, mackerel and layered vegetables   FRESH LUMPIA ROLL, made up of minced pork and palm tree pickles, egg roll, and […]
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  • Manila
  • Malate
  • Private Dining 2017
  • Filipino
  • Private Dining 2017
    • Som’s Noodle House in Makati serves authentic Thai noodles:

    Som’s Noodle House in Makati serves authentic Thai noodles:

    People all over the metro have tried noodles from various countries, with Japan’s thick and rich ramen and China’s spicy noodle soups leading the charge. Thai noodles rose to popularity in recent years, with one restaurant being frequented by foreigners everywhere: Som’s Noodle House in Makati City. Som’s Noodle House started off as a Thai restaurant with a few noodle dishes in 2005. Space was not an issue back then as the diners had their meals on the street. 2009 saw them expand the restaurant with an eat-in setting, but people still chose to eat on the street, especially at night.   RESTAURANT INTERIORS. They had this put up in […]
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  • Makati
  • Thai
    • Taste Filipino Comfort at Lasa Bistro in Alabang

    Taste Filipino Comfort at Lasa Bistro in Alabang

    Delight your tongue with the classic Filipino cuisine of Lasa Bistro. Opened in 2014, Lasa has been serving flavorful, fresh, and comforting Filipino dishes at Commerce Center in Alabang. South people will definitely love how the bistro is giving new flavors to popular Filipino foods. The menu presents a long list of unique formula of foods popularly known in the Philippines, like kare-kare (beef stew in peanut sauce), sinigang (pork stew in tamarind sauce), crispy pata (deep fried pig trotters or knuckles), empanada (stuffed bread) and more. They offer foods that are perfect for some gatherings or celebrations with your family and friends. Everyone must try their highly recommended Krispy Kare-Kare (P380). Don’t expect […]
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  • Muntinlupa
  • Alabang
  • Filipino
    • Triangulo on Commonwealth Avenue is the newest Mexican place in Q.C.

    Triangulo on Commonwealth Avenue is the newest Mexican place in Q.C.

      If tacos spice and everything Mexican and American is your thing, then Triangulo on Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City is the right place for you! From the brains behind Antipolo’s Eggs for Breakfast, Sam Lim and Kriska Santos, comes another epic food place that’ll spice up your life. Together with their good friend and business partner, Jeff Chan, they bring you a taqueria that will make you love heat.   TACOS (P150 – P195). Have you seen tacos this beautiful? Best thing is, they taste as good as they look!!   Opened last March, Triangulo has been the go-to restaurant for heat-seekers and taco lovers. Going in, the place is […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Mexican
    • 7107 Culture + Cuisine in BGC is not your ordinary local restaurant

    7107 Culture + Cuisine in BGC is not your ordinary local restaurant

    In the Philippines, there are many Filipino cuisine restaurants that will tell you they offer something different, but not many can do it better like this one: 7107 Culture + Cuisine, a culinary and hospitality food hall promoting Philippines’ delicious heritage when it comes to food, seeks to be #NotYourAverageLocal. In a collaboration between Project 7107 Inc., Treston International College, and MASE Investments Inc.,  7107 Culture + Cuisine aims to “create and nurture cultural and heritage appreciation” where they can also prepare for global hospitality practice. The restaurant, which serves the country’s greatest offerings when it comes to food, seeks not to become the ordinary Filipino cuisine dining. Instead, they […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Filipino
    • Kusina ni Enrique

    Kusina ni Enrique

    Have a taste of classical Filipino dishes with a twist.     Tired of the good ‘ol Filipino cuisine dishes? Why not try it with a twist instead? Kusina ni Enrique, one of the known Filipino cuisine restaurants in the country, offers you more than just the ordinary dish served at home. Here, you’ll be amazed with their delectable selection of food, all made flavorful but out of the ordinary.   CRISPY DILIS (P200). Perfect meal for any time of the day, crispy dilis is one favorite Filipino viand.   CRISPY PATA (P580). Try this meat dish and you’ll surely love Filipino food in an instant.   Kusina ni Enrique’s […]
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  • Filipino
    • Go full Mexican at Andale by Agave

    Go full Mexican at Andale by Agave

    One never goes full Mexican if one cannot handle it… or so they say. Whoever “they” may be clearly have not heard of Andale by Agave in Makati City. Andale by Agave is, for all intents and purposes, a Mexican restaurant. In case you’re wondering, yes, it is related to Agave Mexican Cantina in McKinley Hill. Expect the same level of Mexican cuisine at Andale by Agave, albeit in a smaller, more casual setting.   MAS GRANDE. Andale’s Nacho Grande (P475) is a great way to start your meal. Heaps of corn chips are topped with Mexican cheese, pico de gallo, black olives, sour cream, guacamole, refried beans, jalapenos, and […]
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  • Makati
  • Mexican
    • Chibo at S’Maison: Japan’s best okonomiyaki is now in the Philippines! (CLOSED)

    Chibo at S’Maison: Japan’s best okonomiyaki is now in the Philippines! (CLOSED)

    Update: Chibo Okonomiyaki in S’Maison, Conrad Manila is now permanently closed.  You can now get a taste of Osaka’s famous okonomiyaki as Chibo Okonomiyaki Restaurant, one of Japan’s leading okonomiyaki restaurants, has landed on our shores!   JAPAN’S BEST. It’s been said that Osaka okonomiyaki is one of, if not the best in Japan. Chibo Okonomiyaki specializes in Osaka okonomiyaki, so expect no less than the best. Logo courtesy of Chibo Okonomiyaki Facebook page.   Chibo was founded in 1973 at Sennichimae in Osaka, Japan, a district known for gourmet eateries. The name comes from the flag mark of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, a 16th century Japanese warlord, and the man responsible […]
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  • Pasay
  • Japanese 2018
  • Mall of Asia
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
    • La Tienda in Makati

    La Tienda in Makati

    Experience ‘comida deliciosa’ at La Tienda. LA TIENDA. This place will tell you a lot about Spanish culture when it comes to food, ambience, and everything in between.   La Tienda is a Spanish restaurant in Makati that serves traditional Spanish cuisine and gourmet food products in Spain. In this dimly-lit restaurant, you’ll be amazed at how you’d feel the authentic Spanish vibe, with all its interior design and pieces which make up the whole place. It’s a down-to-earth Spanish restaurant, like the ones you’d see in Spanish movies.   GOURMET STORE. Can’t get enough of Spanish products? Check their gourmet store out!   Aside from its food, they have […]
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  • Feature of the Month
  • Makati
  • Spanish 2017
  • Spanish
  • Feature of the Month
  • Spanish 2017
    • Bao MNL

    Bao MNL

    Bao MNL got delicious buns and they don’t lie.     Traditional Chinese buns have always been a favorite food among Filipinos. With its tasty fillings and how it’s actually convenient to eat, these buns really make a great snack for anyone who likes easy to eat yet delectable food.   MAN BITES. Check out their deep fried mantou with homemade glaze such as Matcha, Black sesame, and ube. FLAVORS. Check out how Bao MNL makes these buns! Bao MNL is one of the food stalls you’ll see that sells this famous Chinese food. They sell pork and chicken bao, which certainly makes the filling as delicious as possible. They […]
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  • Chinese
    • Get a Mediterranean fix at FIG

    Get a Mediterranean fix at FIG

    One of the newest Mediterranean restaurants in Makati, FIG seeks to satisfy your Mediterranean hunger pangs. PORK CHOP. A thick cut pork chop (P750) served with orange camote mash, biodynamic vegetables, and fig compote. All-organic, all delicious. File photo   Fig specializes in cuisine that one can say is straight from the Southern Mediterranean coast. If you’re looking for anything French, Greek, Italian, Basque, or even Middle Eastern food, then this is the place for you. They have an in-store bakery where they serve different types of bread every day. They also stick to organic ingredients for everything they serve: breads, pasta, ice cream, and even their home-made purees.   […]
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  • Makati
  • Greek & Mediterranean