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Gilak by Hossein’s: A Persian-Mediterranean Dining Experience

Gilak by Hossein’s: A Persian-Mediterranean Dining Experience

Serving authentic Persian-Mediterranean cuisine with exotic species and herbs, Gilak by Hossein's is at Greenbelt and it's definitely a lot accessible to everyone!
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Persian
    • Cyma Greek Taverna in Makati

    Cyma Greek Taverna in Makati

    Get ready to say OPA! Enjoy authentic Greek meals at Cyma, a restaurant that's always packed with people day and night!
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  • Greenbelt
  • Boracay
  • Makati
  • Salad 2017
  • Greek & Mediterranean
  • Salad 2017
    • Chesa Bianca

    Chesa Bianca

    Home of the mouth-watering smack ham made with Swiss alpine This home cooking restaurant was originally from Switzerland and opened here in late 2008. The owner is the one who made its famous delicacy, the “SANTIS”. It is a shop where you would surely want to go back to every weekend. You can choose various dishes from their menu. They also have enhanced cheese fondue and Swiss classic cuisine. You can have lunch and dinner here with friends and family. The wood grain interior of the place gives a hot impression. Budget starts at PHP1000.
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  • Makati
  • Swiss
    • The Museum Cafe (CLOSED)

    The Museum Cafe (CLOSED)

    UPDATED: This restaurant is CLOSED as of December 31, 2018   Photo 1 – An appetizing lunch set A fashionable cafe across the Ayala Museum The Museum Cafe, commonly called M Cafe, can be found right across the Ayala Museum.  It’s the Makati crowd’s number 1 go-to place for relaxation and recreation. Every Sunday morning, be intoxicated with the sound of pleasant jazz music while having a nice chat over brunch with your closest friends. This is a nice place to hang out if you want to escape the usual summer heat in Manila. You can try their refreshing drinks because they’re so good. ● Perfect for: brunch date with friends […]
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Cafe
  • Cafe
    • Passion

    Passion

    Passion is an authentic Cantonese restaurant that is located at the second floor of the luxurious Maxim Hotel. The interior is very classy and spacious. The round tables are neatly arranged. This is the largest restaurant in Resorts World Manila; it can accommodate 400 people.  This restaurant is, indeed, grandeur. Chef David Chu Wai Fung continues to protect the distinctive taste of the food that Passion offers. Most of their customers are patrons. Two of the most popular dishes are the crispy roasted pigeon (Photo 1) and the green crab dish (Photo 2). They also offer all-you-can eat dim sum for only P750 for adults and P500 for children 6 to 11 […]
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  • Pasay
  • Resorts World Manila
  • Chinese
    • Happy Delicious Kitchen (CLOSED)

    Happy Delicious Kitchen (CLOSED)

    UPDATED: This restaurant is CLOSED as of January 15, 2019. The best part of eating in Chinatown is that food is delicious but cheap – just like the food in Happy Delicious Kitchen! This restaurant from Taiwan offers home cooked meals that are tasty and healthy. They are popular among the local Chinese. Every morning, the owner goes to the market to buy fresh ingredients! The most popular meal on their menu is the 3-in-1 (Photo 1). You can choose 3 of your favorite dishes plus 1 cup of rice. There are a lot of choices (Photo 2). The 3-in-1 meal costs P150 and 4-in-1 meal costs P180. They also offer rice mixed with vegetable like the […]
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  • Manila
  • Binondo
  • Chinatown
  • Chinese
    • Wai Ying Fast Food

    Wai Ying Fast Food

     Wai Ying Fast food has always been crowded with locals, tourists and regular customers since it first opened in 1998. Their interior is very cozy and and their dishes are delicious and affordable. This is one of the favorite dimsum and noodle places in Chinatown. The price range is from P65 to P110. First on their list is the hakaw (Photo 2), 4 pieces of delicious shrimp dumplings. Another favorite is the irresistibly cruchy classic siomai (Photo 1). The beef wanton (Photo 3) is a noodle bestseller.
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  • Manila
  • Binondo
  • Chinese
    • Ho-Land

    Ho-Land

    The one-stop shop of sweet goodies in Chinatown Ho-Land sells goodies like sweets, bread and other Chinese food in general, all neatly packed in individual wrappers. The classic hopia is the most popular treat among the customers. A popular side dish is the Chinese Chimaki Machang (Photo 4). It is sticky rice that has been seasoned and wrapped in bamboo leaves. It is usually bought as snack by regular customers.    
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  • Manila
  • Binondo
  • Chinese
    • Manna Korean Garden

    Manna Korean Garden

    (PHOTO 1) Special Bulgogi – PHP 450 (PHOTO 2) Hemul Pajeon – P450 (PHOTO 3) Gelbuchim -PHP 450 (PHOTO 4) Soondooboo Chige – PHP 280 Owned by Kyung Chun Lee, this restaurant serves authentic Korean food. They have 80 different exquisite food choices on the menu but the bestseller is their special bulgogi (Photo 1). The waiter assists in preparing this dish and serves it on a piping hot plate. Another popular dish from the menu is galbichim (Photo 3): stewed vegetables and ribs, carefully soaked in sauce. They also have the Korean-style pancake hemul pajeon (Photo 2) which is best dipped in their soy sauce. You can try the classic soup […]
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  • Makati
  • Korean
    • Spices

    Spices

    As the name suggests, this restaurant offers rich aromatic spices from seven countries: India, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Chinese, and Filipino. Spices offers a unique dining experience for its customers and it’s located at the first-class hotel The Peninsula. The Thai menu was excellent! We tried the Malaysian chicken curry with herb lime and Thai red curry beef with potatoes. Their wine selection is abundant. The staff is very accommodating and can tell you which wine suits each dish. If you want to enjoy a exquisite and beautifully prepared Asian cuisines and dine in luxurious restaurant, Spices is a good choice for that. ● Applications: Lunch date with friends, business […]
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  • Makati Avenue
  • Makati
    • A taste of Thai Cuisine through Benjarong Restaurant at Dusit Thani

    A taste of Thai Cuisine through Benjarong Restaurant at Dusit Thani

    A taste of the popular restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand comes to Manila through Benjarong Restaurant!
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  • Makati
  • Asian Restaurants 2017
  • Curry 2018
  • Thai
  • Asian Restaurants 2017
  • Curry 2018
    • New Bombay

    New Bombay

    Photo 1 – Paneer Tika – BBQ cottage cheese(P170) Photo 2 – Masala Dosa – vegetables wrapped in a crepe (India version) (P155) Photo 3 – Outside New Bombay Along the crowded luxury condos in Dela Costa Street, Makati lies an Indian restaurant also popular among our Japanese friends. New Bombay is a small restaurant but it offers a genuine taste of authentic Indian cuisines. Most of the patrons are people who work in Makati. Their menu is rich with curry, vegetables, mutton and chicken. New Bombay is one of those Asian restaurants that offer a taste of their own cuisines for a reasonable price. Many Filipinos are spicy food […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Indian
    • Bawai’s

    Bawai’s

    Offering real Vietnamese food with plenty of fresh vegetables, Bawai’s is a homey restaurant that offers an extensive menu of authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Owned by the Tatlonghari family, this restaurant opened in Silang, Cavite in 2007. Bawai means grandmother in Vietnamese. The restaurant is designed to be homey and gives out the feeling of visiting your grandma’s house. Eighty percent of the ingredients are imported from Vietnam. All their vegetables are fresh from the organic farm. Recommended: ● Goi Thit Tom (P250) Green Salad ● Chao Tom (P260) appetizer ● Pho Bo (P235) for Bo ● Ca nuong Xa Ot (P380) main dish ● Pandan iced tea (P65)
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  • Cavite
  • Vietnamese
    • Legend of India

    Legend of India

    (1) Palak Paneer (P280) (2) Dahi Puri (180) (3) Mutton Curry (4) Vegetable Biryani (P350) This restaurant wants to give its customers the taste of India, preparing their dishes beautifully, Indian-style. Their interior is elegant and shiny. Most Indian cuisines are spicy but at Legend of India, there’s no need to worry because they have dishes that are so mildly spiced that even children can eat it! Preparation is overnight to achieve that perfect taste. The Mutton curry (P440) is a must-try. The restaurant uses many vegetables.    
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  • Jupiter Street
  • Makati
  • Indian
    • Aposento Bar and Restaurant in Makati: Serving Local Favorites Along with Asian Fusion

    Aposento Bar and Restaurant in Makati: Serving Local Favorites Along with Asian Fusion

    Along the streets of Salcedo is a little gem of Asian fusion that exudes sophistication and melodic music. Aposento serves different Asian cuisines such as Filipino, Japanese and Chinese plates making it a favorite among businessmen, especially during the weekdays.
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Salcedo Village Restaurant 2019
  • Salcedo Village Restaurant 2019
    • Alba’s in Alabang: Transporting you back to traditional Spanish cuisine

    Alba’s in Alabang: Transporting you back to traditional Spanish cuisine

    From the beautiful interior to the friendly staff, from the serene atmosphere to the delicious taste, Alba is definitely a must-try restaurant in Alabang, Muntinlupa.
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  • Muntinlupa
  • Quezon City
  • Alabang
  • Buffet
  • Tomas Morato
  • Spanish
  • Buffet
    • Damaso Residencia in San Juan

    Damaso Residencia in San Juan

    At first glance, Damaso Residencia looks like a large mansion along the street of Ortigas Ave. But inside is an elegant antique-style restaurant that offers a mix of traditional Spanish and Filipino cuisines. The interior is for diners who come in groups. Reservation is advisable since the place is usually full during lunch and dinner. (1) Sautéed white fish, shrimp and mussels (2) Special dessert plate
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  • San Juan
  • Greenhills
  • Private Dining 2017
  • Filipino
  • Spanish
  • Private Dining 2017
    • Old Penang

    Old Penang

    Old Penang is a Malaysian restaurant in a casual atmosphere that fits the environment of the Resorts World. The menu is a fusion of Chinese, Indian and Malaysian cuisine. There are noodles that can be found in a Chinese restaurant and some curry is prepared Indian-style. But most dishes and spices are Malaysian. The use of coconut is unique to Malaysian cuisines. This is to balance the spiciness with the creaminess. The service is very quick and food can be served within five minutes. We recommend you to try the famous Penang Prawn Noodles. For dessert, try the Penang Ice Kacang with Ice Cream.      
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  • Pasay
  • Resorts World Manila
  • Malaysian
    • Nomama Artisanal Ramen

    Nomama Artisanal Ramen

    Owned by the popular chef Him Uy de Baron, Nomama is a modern Japanese restaurant that focuses on artisanal ramen. Chef Him shared with us that Nomama is a word play of “not your mama’s” ramen. The signature dish Nomama Ramen is made with house pork stock, miso-sesame flavour, chashu and tamago. Nomama Ramen (P340) They also have the Thai Green Curry Ramen.  It’s a noodle soup that harmoniously blends with curry coconut flavour. Thai Green Curry Ramen (P330) Nomama serves Japanese food which are made with the freshest products and organic ingredients that are sourced locally. The dishes are all exquisite and prepared creatively for their customers. Indeed, it’s […]
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  • Pasig
  • Kapitolyo
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Arafu Cafe

    Arafu Cafe

    This is a café restaurant ran by a Japanese couple. Arafu Café serves tonkatsu that tastes very homey. It will remind you of a mother’s home cooked meal. Arufa Café has opened their first branch in Fort Bonifacio and has been the favourite place of Japanese housewives and expatriates because of the homey ambiance. They do not offer the usual Japanese food like sashimi or tempura but instead, they offer a variety of authentic Japanese cuisines. One of the most popular dish is the Hamburger Steak and Fried Chicken Dish. Another popular dish from the menu is the Tahara Hamburger. The beef is so tender and juicy. You have to […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Japanese
  • Tonkatsu
    • Go-En

    Go-En

    Go-en is one of the most popular ramen shops in Manila. From the classic soy sauce to miso soup, their dishes are, without a doubt, delicious and distinct. The most popular dish is the Tantanmen, a thick soup of white sesame with seasoned eggs that firmly floats on the soup. Fall in love with their chicken ramen Kara-age Kare topped with a generous amount of cheese. This joint does not only serve delectable ramen, but also has an eye-catching interior decorated with Japanese artworks and traditional toys such as kendama, daruma otoshi, koma (or tops in English), and yoyo. In addition, otakus will greatly appreciate Go-en’s manga rack, which has […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Mercado

    Mercado

    Mercado is a restaurant buffet within the Resorts World Manila Casino. A lot of their customers are patrons and casino-goers. Mercado offers not only common Filipino dishes but also a variety of Asian and Western cuisines. Unlike other restaurant buffet, Mercado offers limited food choices but everything is, without a doubt, delicious. If you want to eat in a buffet restaurant and leave with a satisfied stomach and wallet, then Mercado is one of the best choices for you.
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  • Pasay
  • Buffet
  • Filipino
  • Buffet
    • Lola Cafe

    Lola Cafe

      Lola Cafe is a stylish restaurant along the street of Sct. Lozano in Quezon City. It is an old house renovated to a modern restaurant, but it hasn’t lost its homey atmosphere. One of their best-sellers is the Kimchi Kaldereta and longganisa sausages. Another must-try is the Tartufo Pasta made with truffle oil.      
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  • Quezon City
  • Cafe
  • Filipino
  • Cafe
    • Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

    Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

      From the United States, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts is one of the most popular donut shop and cafe here in the Philippines. They offer original and excellent flavors of donuts. Krispy Kreme donuts are freshly made that’s why it is moist and warm to eat. The ambiance is quiet and bright. It’s a nice place to work, study or catch-up with friends as you are served by friendly staff. One of the best-sellers is the original Glazed (P30/pc), not too sweet but very moist – a classic Krispy Kreme taste. You can try as well the Glazed Chocolate Cake (P38/pc), Hershey’s Cookies & Kreme (P38/pc) and the New York Cheesecake […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Bizu Patisserie

    Bizu Patisserie

    Fall in love with the French-inspired bakery shop Bizu Patisserie. Bizu came from the French word bisous which means “kiss.” Kissing is a sign of affection and love for someone and just like Bizu Patisserie, all the pastries and treats are made with love, care and creativity. All Filipino chefs were trained to make the finest French pastries and European bread that can be enjoyed by Filipinos. (Photo 1) Nirvana – mini size: P185 / full size: P765 (Photo 2) Chocolate truffles *1 pc: P48 * Bizu Truffle box 4 pieces : P255 * Bizu Truffle box 6 pieces : P355 * Bizu Truffle box 12 pieces : P655 * […]
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Good Shepherd Baguio

    Good Shepherd Baguio

    Good Shepherd Baguio is the most famous souvenir shop in Baguio. Good Shepherd has been operating since 1952 and, since then, a lot of tourists have come here not only to check out the beautiful sights but also to buy their Strawberry Jam (Php 190/8oz) and Ube Jam (Php 210/12oz).
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  • Baguio
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Amira’s Buco Tart Haus

    Amira’s Buco Tart Haus

    Your Tagaytay trip is not complete without at least trying Amira’s Buco Tarts. It all started as a home-based baking business of owner Virginia Malipol, catering for retreats and seminars held in Tagaytay. Due to popular demand, they opened their own store. Now, they are considered the most popular pasalubong store in the city! You can choose from different tart flavors: the all-time favorite buco, mango cheese, blueberry cheese, cherry cheese, banana caramel, egg & fruit.
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  • Tagaytay
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Coron Harvest

    Coron Harvest

    Coron Harvest has already been featured by several national TV stations because of its popular cashew nut production in Palawan. Their cashew nuts are fresh, aromatic and crispy in texture. It’s really delicious, you won’t even notice how many nuts you have already eaten! A lot of tourists buy bags of cashew nuts as pasalubong or presents for their loved ones.  (1) Cashew Nuts – P50/70g, P100/140g, P300/500g (2) Sugar Coated Cashew Nuts (3) Owner Lita Escarda and 3 of her friendly staff  
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  • Palawan
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Chocolate Fire

    Chocolate Fire

    Chocolate Fire offers only the purest and finest selections of scrumptious chocolates. They only use pure Belgian chocolate and high-quality local and imported ingredients, adding no preservative or chemicals. Yes, it’s just pure chocolate heaven! They display over 70 different varieties of fresh chocolates daily. It is the most preferred chocolate shop for most customers when they want to buy sweet treats for their loved ones. Imagine how jam-packed they are during Valentine’s Day!
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Carmen’s Best Ice Cream

    Carmen’s Best Ice Cream

    Carmen’s Best Ice Cream only uses the finest ingredients: 100% fresh cow’s milk brought over daily from the dairy farm of the owner Paco in Bay, Laguna. Other ingredients used are imported from all over the world: Horlicks malted milk from England, chocolates from Switzerland, rum from Jamaica, the finest vanilla beans from Madagascar and Turon de Jijona from Spain. They don’t substitute if some ingredients are not available! They only use the finest quality and make it the old-fashioned way – homemade.
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets