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How Andrew Tan conquered the world: Emperador of the sun

By JOANNE RAE M. RAMIREZ Like a tenacious vine deeply rooted in rich soil, Andrew Tanâ€™s dream was to yield a harvest of brandy so rich and plentiful it would conquer the Philippines, and eventually, the world. (Tycoon Andrew Tan on the day his Grupo Emperador acquired Spain's iconic Fundador…

Start your holiday feasts right with these delicious homemade nutmilk recipes

'Tis the season to be merry! That's right! Christmas is right around the corner â€” 81 days to go to be precise â€” and everyone knows it's the season to indulge and possibly pack on those inevitable two or three pounds.Â Weizel Gulfan â€” nutritionistÂ and owner ofÂ Cocogreen Co â€” knows this…

Weekend Wishlist: Five suggestions for this week’s shopping haul

The weekend has finally come, which means it's time to destress! For those who believe in the power of retail therapy and ending the day with a well-justified shopping haul, this is for you. Check out the newest stuff available for shopping junkies like you from cosmetics to fashion, and…

Giving you more to love about Japanese food: YAYOI comes to Manila

Restaurateurs Yvonne Yao and Jacqueline Gobing are giving Filipinos another word to add to their Japanese food vocabulary and a different way to satisfy their Japanese cravings. Their new restaurant YAYOI is all about teishoku dining â€” well-balanced set meals that are fresh, filling in all the right ways and…

The world on a plate: Buffets in the metro edition

Going on food trips is surely one of the most exciting and rewarding things to do in Manila; it's a city dotted with awesomeÂ dining spots and restaurants featuring international cuisines. And while it's always fun to go restaurant hopping in the metro, there are times whenÂ all we want is to…

Celebrating Heritage in Makansutra Hawkers

By ISABELLA OLIVARES In Singapore, where eating is more of a pastime than a function, street food is a national treasure. But the cheap and ready-to-eat fare that has become iconic to the city-nation has its roots in a dark time in history. "People were poor, there were no jobs,…

‘High and Seek:’ Food tripping in Tagaytay over the long weekend

Take advantage of the upcoming long weekend and findÂ the time to relax, recharge and take a much needed break from the daily grind. Looking for something to do? Take your friends, family and the one you love on a food trip in the country's Southern summer capital that's only a…

Another round, please! Celebrate Oktoberfest at Sofitel

Ein bier, bitte! Â Memorize and learn how to say that right, because it's all you'll need to know when you step into Â Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila's Harbor Garden tent next month.Â October at Sofitel means only one thing â€” their annual celebration of the most authentic Oktoberfest in the Philippines!…

Make your way to the Makansutra Hawkers of heritage street food

Do you live to eat, or eat to live? Singaporean company Makasuntra believes that itâ€™s the former; there are countless, delicious things to chomp on, bite into and make you say â€œYum! Another serving of that, please. And no sharing this time!â€ Life to them is all about finding happiness…

Flavorful foursome: Your hotel F&B guide for August and September

There are very few things quite as swanky as Â dining in Â a luxurious hotel.Â We rounded up a list of properties worth visiting this August and September thanks to their awesome F&B promos and exclusive deals for those months. So keep reading, take your pick andÂ bon appÃ©tit! 1. Swiss and Fruity…