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5 places to take dad to this Father’s Day

5 places to take dad to this Father’s Day

Shower your dad with love and affection this Father's Day at any of these five father-friendly spots: Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila Spiral's culinary artisans and master chefs will be recreating their favorite food memories with their father at their respective ateliers. Japanese Master Chef Masaaki Ishigawa will be showcasing his dad’s…
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Biggest local food show marks 18 years

Biggest local food show marks 18 years

Widely known as the biggest and perhaps one of the most effective food shows in the country, the World Food Expo celebrates 18 years of servicing the F&B industry from August 1 to 4 in two simultaneous venues: the SMX Convention Center in Pasay and World Trade Center Manila. Once again, travel…
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The many ways to make Dad feel special on Father’s Day

The many ways to make Dad feel special on Father’s Day

Show your love for Dad for all the hard work he does for the family. A day of pampering or a stress-free weekend break is more than what he deserves. Discover the best ways you can make him feel special this Father's Day at Diamond Hotel Philippines. Give Dad that…
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A quest for Kapampangan flavors

A quest for Kapampangan flavors

From Central Luzon to the south of Manila, Crimson Hotel’s Café Eight will be bringing a 13-day Kapampangan culinary feast in partnership with Quest Hotel & Conference Center--Clark, Pampanga. Café Eight’s tables and buffet spreads will be filled with both traditional and exotic fares from the region from June 12…
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Chilled and dry aged to perfection

Chilled and dry aged to perfection

At least, that’s how people at Wolfgang’s Steakhouse do it. And judging by the results, the New York-based restaurant chain is doing a splendid job, as it dishes out servings upon generous servings of its juicy and tender sirloin, filet mignon and signature Porterhouse steak in more than a dozen…
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Crazy for desserts

Crazy for desserts

Few people in the world can rival Filipinos when it comes to our love for rich, creamy and sugary desserts. The success of this recent book launch devoted to everything sweet and pretty to eat proves, yet again, how we  Pinoys take our desserts seriously. By Alex Y. Vergara Photos…
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Las Piñas culinary showdown promotes original local flavors

Las Piñas culinary showdown promotes original local flavors

The best cooks in the 20 barangays of Las Piñas City got together recently to showcase their best dishes and desserts for the annual cooking competition that kicked off the festivities for the city’s 2018 Food Festival. It was the fifth year the city hosted such an event. Sen. Cynthia…
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Hearty servings of Caviteño cooking in new coffee table book

Hearty servings of Caviteño cooking in new coffee table book

For some reason, Cavite cuisine has played second fiddle to other regional dishes, including those originating from other Southern Tagalog provinces like Laguna and Batangas, until now. Ige Ramos explains why. By Alex Y. Vergara Book designer and food writer Ige Ramos, a true-blue Caviteño from Cavite City, never doubted…
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A ‘magnifique’ day for moms

A ‘magnifique’ day for moms

Because moms deserve nothing less than ‘magnifique,’ Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila honors the light of the home in a heartwarming gastronomic presentation of beloved household dishes from May 11 to 13, 2018 – as well as some relaxing treats in this pristine hotel by the bay!   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ed4domPWpIs 1. Celebrate…
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