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Pio’s Kitchen in Quezon City: Celebrate life’s special moments

Pio’s Kitchen in Quezon City: Celebrate life’s special moments

Here's why Pio's Kitchen is dubbed as the Best Private Dining Paella Restaurant.
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  • Private Dining 2017
  • Filipino
  • Fusion
  • Spanish
  • Private Dining 2017
    • Sarugaku Restaurant in Nagano, Japan

    Sarugaku Restaurant in Nagano, Japan

    For lunch or dinner in Hakuba, Nagano, visit this private teppanyaki restaurant called Sarugaku. The teppanyaki room can only hold up to 6 people, hence their priority on those with reservations. If you are looking for a fun dinner then Sarugaku is the best choice. Enjoy the high quality Japanese-style fresh beef and fried rice risotto prepared by the expert chef at your table. Also read: It’s time to meet Nagano, Japan  Preparing teppanyaki for guests Appetizer (sweet potato, tuna, prawn and peach) Main Dish: Pork Teppanyaki Contact Details:  GO! NAGANO (Nagano Prefecture Official Tourism Guide) www.go-nagano.net Sarugaku Restaurant 3020-957 Hokujo, Hakuba Village, Nagano *This story first appeared in Philippine Primer magazine April […]
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  • Nagano
  • Japanese
    • Gurinderu Restaurant: Traditional Soba in Nagano, Japan

    Gurinderu Restaurant: Traditional Soba in Nagano, Japan

    Located in the mountains of Nagano is a famous restaurant known for its handmade Soba noodles.  On the way to Norikura Kogen, stop by at Gurinderu Restaurant to have lunch. Here, try the famous dishes of Nagano – soba noodles! Gurinderu is only open 4 hours a day and they only make limited amounts of their handmade noodles. Try their Kamo Nanban (¥1480), a buckwheat hot noodle served with duck meat. Another must-try is the Zaru Soba, a cold noodle served with homemade dipping sauce. Kamo Nanban at Gurinderu Restaurant Zaru Soba (buckwheat cold noodle served in bamboo tray with dipping sauce) Details: GO! NAGANO (Nagano Prefecture Official Tourism Guide) […]
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  • Japan
  • Nagano
  • Japanese
    • Yoree: Home of Authentic Korean dishes in Manila

    Yoree: Home of Authentic Korean dishes in Manila

    Annyeong! Keep it Korean is the idea at Yoree that keeps their taste the Korean way under the supervision of a Korean consultant
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  • Alabang
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Korean 2018
  • Korean
  • Korean 2018
    • Little Tokyo in Makati: Your Authentic Japanese Dining Destination

    Little Tokyo in Makati: Your Authentic Japanese Dining Destination

    Ramen, sushi, okonomiyaki—name it, you got it here at Little Tokyo.
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  • Japanese
  • Ramen
  • Shabu - shabu
  • Soba
  • Tendon
  • Tonkatsu
  • Unagi
  • Yakiniku
  • Yakitori
    • Uma Uma Ramen in Uptown Parade, BGC: Affordable, tasty and MSG-free

    Uma Uma Ramen in Uptown Parade, BGC: Affordable, tasty and MSG-free

    Singapore’s favorite ramen place is now in Manila, and they’re here to level up the ramen experience in the city.
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  • Uptown BGC
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
  • Yakitori
    • No Double Dipping! — Kushikatsu Daruma in Uptown Mall, BGC

    No Double Dipping! — Kushikatsu Daruma in Uptown Mall, BGC

    Japan's famous kushikatsu restaurant offers delicious deep fried skewered meat and vegetables, and has one very simple rule: "No Double Dipping"
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  • Taguig
  • Must-try Restaurants 2017
  • Uptown BGC
  • Japanese
  • Must-try Restaurants 2017
    • Seared Restaurant & Lounge: A feat of the meat lover

    Seared Restaurant & Lounge: A feat of the meat lover

    Founded in 2015, Seared Restaurant and Lounge is the result of the collective effort of a team of young, passionate individuals.
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  • Pasig
  • Ortigas Center
  • American
    • 10 Must-Try Steakhouses in Manila

    10 Must-Try Steakhouses in Manila

    Get your steak knives ready and try a variety of steak dishes in these 10 steakhouses in Manila.
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  • Steakhouse
    • 5 Best Desserts in Manila for your Summer Food Cravings

    5 Best Desserts in Manila for your Summer Food Cravings

    Here’s a list of Manila’s flavorsome desserts you should try on your next food adventure.
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  • Desserts
  • Desserts
    • Kyo-to in Makati Serves Authentic Japanese Specialties

    Kyo-to in Makati Serves Authentic Japanese Specialties

    Kyo-to takes pride in their Kaiseki Ryori, a dish that tells so much of the culinary history of Japan.
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Japanese 2018
  • Legaspi Village Restaurant 2019
  • Must-try Restaurants 2017
  • Private Dining 2017
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
  • Legaspi Village Restaurant 2019
  • Must-try Restaurants 2017
  • Private Dining 2017
    • Chesa Bianca Swiss Restaurant in Makati: Bringing Swiss flavors to the Philippines

    Chesa Bianca Swiss Restaurant in Makati: Bringing Swiss flavors to the Philippines

    Delight yourself with the flavors from Switzerland in a restaurant found in Makati City as Chesa Bianca brings traditional authentic European-Swiss dishes to the Philippines.
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  • Makati
  • Pork 2019
  • Swiss
  • Pork 2019
    • Healthy eats, healthy drinks at The Juice Pub in Aguirre Avenue

    Healthy eats, healthy drinks at The Juice Pub in Aguirre Avenue

    Diet has always played a big part in being healthy, and The Juice Pub in Aguirre Avenue is here to help.
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  • Parañaque
  • BF Homes
  • Healthy/Organic
  • Healthy/Organic
    • The Thirsty Barber, San Juan City: A haircut and a nightcap all in one place

    The Thirsty Barber, San Juan City: A haircut and a nightcap all in one place

    The Thirsty Barber is a combination of a top shelf barbershop and speakeasy bar rolled into one convenient package.
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  • San Juan
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bar and Resto
    • Trip to Yakal: Some of the best restaurants along Yakal St. in Makati

    Trip to Yakal: Some of the best restaurants along Yakal St. in Makati

    While there are a couple of restaurants along Yakal Street, we feel that these restaurants are some of the best, especially when it comes to Western cuisine.
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  • Yakal Street
  • Listicle
  • Makati
  • Listicle
    • Taste the different flavors of Asia at Toast Asian Kitchen and Tasting Room

    Taste the different flavors of Asia at Toast Asian Kitchen and Tasting Room

    Toast Asian Kitchen and Tasting Room will let you have a taste of the world through its wide selection of sumptuous fare inspired by Asian flavours.
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  • Bar and Resto
  • Chinese
  • Filipino
  • Fusion
  • Indonesian
  • Japanese
  • Malaysian
  • Persian
  • Bar and Resto
    • Poke Poke: When East Meets West

    Poke Poke: When East Meets West

    Manila’s newest casual dining restaurant is here! Poke Poke is where food lovers can have a taste of Hawaiian and Asian cuisine fusion in a bowl.
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  • Pasig
  • Taguig
  • SM Aura
  • Fusion
    • Discover budget-friendly steaks at Steak To One

    Discover budget-friendly steaks at Steak To One

    Good things need not leave a sizable hole in your wallet, especially if you’re on a restrictive budget.
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  • Quezon Memorial Circle
  • American
  • Steakhouse
    • Melo’s

    Melo’s

    Established by Carmelo Santiago in 1987, Melo’s, dubbed as the home of Certified Angus Beed and Wagyu, is the first restaurant that introduced Certified Angus Beef to the Philippines. MELO’S in Burgos Circle Aside from being known as one of the best places in the country to savor authentic Wagyu beef, what’s more exciting about this restaurant is the complete freedom they give to their customers. Clients get to choose their preferred cut and thickness of the meat from the steak cart that is presented to them before grilling. There is a variety of steak arrangements that the owner makes for the clients to choose from. There is a chef’s monthly special, too. With branches in […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Steakhouse
  • Steakhouse
    • Prime 101 in Makati (CLOSED)

    Prime 101 in Makati (CLOSED)

    Freestyle dining with an emphasis on the goodness that is USDA Prime steak.
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  • Pasong Tamo
  • Steakhouse
  • Steakhouse
    • Wagyu: Japan’s Finest Beef

    Wagyu: Japan’s Finest Beef

    Nothing compares to a fine, tender and innovative organic beef at Wagyu. Serving only Japanese-made Wagyu with bovine highest grade A5 ranking, everyone can splurge on each part with a reasonable price. Hida Beef Sirloin  (100g／P1,940） Founded by Chef Seiji Kamura, Wagyu only uses organic “oura pig” carefully raised on pig farm. They use their own breeding method, meaning no chemical substances such as antibiotics and vitamins, to minimize the odor. Along with the selling of meat on the first floor, there is also an eat-in space where you can enjoy your fresh meat on the spot with your cooking method. For an intimate and private dining area, head over […]
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  • No Category
  • No Category
    • Kenji Tei Ramen House’s Must-Tries

    Kenji Tei Ramen House’s Must-Tries

    Kenji Tei Ramen House is one of the places to get this famous Japanese dish from as they serve a variety of ramen and side dishes that are sure to complement each other.
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  • Greenbelt
  • Laguna
  • Makati
  • Manila
  • Muntinlupa
  • Alabang
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Saramsam Ylocano Restaurant and Bar in Laoag City: A Charming Food Destination for Homey Ilocano Meals

    Saramsam Ylocano Restaurant and Bar in Laoag City: A Charming Food Destination for Homey Ilocano Meals

    Saramsam Ylocano Restaurant and Bar is an in-house restaurant of Balay de Blas Pensionne House owned by the Blas family in Laoag City.
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  • Ilocos Norte
  • Ilocos Norte Restaurant 2019
  • Filipino
  • Ilocano
  • Ilocos Norte Restaurant 2019
    • Herencia Garden Restaurant in Laoag: The Second Home of the Original Pinakbet Pizza

    Herencia Garden Restaurant in Laoag: The Second Home of the Original Pinakbet Pizza

    Dubbed as the “Home of the Pinakbet Pizza”, Herencia Restaurant gained fame nationwide not just for its specialty pizzas but also some of the best food in Ilocos Norte.
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  • Ilocos Norte
  • Ilocos Norte Restaurant 2019
  • Filipino
  • Fusion
  • Ilocano
  • Ilocos Norte Restaurant 2019
    • La Preciosa in Laoag City is Home to Ilocos’ Best Carrot Cake

    La Preciosa in Laoag City is Home to Ilocos’ Best Carrot Cake

    La Preciosa is one of Laoag City’s culinary gem and home of Ilocos’ best carrot cake. Its roots can be traced to a small kitchenette that was managed and operated by the restaurant’s namesake and the mother of the restaurant owner, Preciosa Palma.
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  • Ilocos Norte
  • Ilocos Norte Restaurant 2019
  • Filipino
  • Ilocano
  • Ilocos Norte Restaurant 2019
    • Visit Unakichi in Makati Central Square to Experience the Real Taste of Unagi

    Visit Unakichi in Makati Central Square to Experience the Real Taste of Unagi

    There’s only one place to go if you’re looking for authentic unagi in Metro Manila: Unakichi at Makati Cinema Square.
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  • Japanese 2018
  • Little Tokyo Restaurant 2019
  • Makati Cinema Square
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
  • Little Tokyo Restaurant 2019
  • Unagi
    • Eagle’s Nest Bar and Restaurant in Laoag: Java Hotel’s Ilocano In-House Restaurant

    Eagle’s Nest Bar and Restaurant in Laoag: Java Hotel’s Ilocano In-House Restaurant

    Spend your weekend lunch out at Eagle’s Nest for a sumptuous dining experience!
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  • Ilocos Norte Restaurant 2019
  • Filipino
  • Ilocano
  • Ilocos Norte Restaurant 2019
    • A new dimension for Boracay bars: Prisma

    A new dimension for Boracay bars: Prisma

    From the team behind ABV, the country's best bar, comes Prisma, a modern tropical bar set to welcomes guests to paradise this year at Hue Hotels & Resorts Boracay, the island’s newest boutique resort.
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  • Boracay
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bar and Resto
    • Lugang Café in Manila Brings a Taste of Authentic Taiwanese Cuisine

    Lugang Café in Manila Brings a Taste of Authentic Taiwanese Cuisine

    If you are looking for a combination of good food and a fine dining experience, Lugang Cafe may just be the place for you.
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  • Glorietta
  • Pasay
  • San Juan
  • Chinese 2018
  • Greenhills
  • Mall of Asia
  • SM Megamall
  • SM North EDSA
  • Chinese
  • Chinese 2018
    • Swiss-Italian goodness in the south: Kehl’s Swiss-Italian Restaurant

    Swiss-Italian goodness in the south: Kehl’s Swiss-Italian Restaurant

    If you’re fond of food trips that involve Swiss and Italian dishes, and you happen to live south of Metro Manila (but not in Makati or BGC), then you are in luck: Kehl’s Swiss-Italian Restaurant will satisfy your appetite.
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  • Parañaque
  • BF Homes
  • Italian
  • Swiss