Category: Food and Drink
New Wine Shop/ Lounge in Manila: Artisan Cellar Door on Pasong Tamo Extension
It’s always a massive bonus when wine shops convert a part of their space into a “drinking area”– or wine lounge— where patrons can open up their bottles of purchase and drink on the spot. First of all, the wine selections are so vast (I […]
Ethiopia: 10 Things To Do In The Capital City of Addis Ababa
So it looks like we weren’t the only ones whose lives changed after visiting Ethiopia. Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman decided to take a temporary break from Hollywood after visiting the country. And BBC Africa has just reported that Ethiopia has been selected as the world’s best […]
Ethiopia: The Pilgrimage City of Lalibela– Also Known As The Second Jerusalem
“Welcome to Lalibela!” The friendly smiles and warm welcome of curious children I came across will always be my fondest memory of this city. The city of Lalibela in Northern Ethiopia is most known for the 11 rock-hewn churches, some of which date back to 5th […]
Ethiopia: The Sacred City of Axum– The Supposed Site Of The Ark Of The Covenant
We didn’t think it at the time but it was a blessing in disguise that we had missed our connecting flight from the capital city of Addis Ababa to the sacred city of Axum in northern Ethiopia. Looking at it in hindsight, those unforeseen circumstances allowed us […]
Ethiopian Airlines To Launch Direct Flight From Manila To Addis Ababa On July 9, 2015
I often advise my friends that if they really want something, they should “The Secret” it. This is in line with the law of attraction that the best-selling book and film advocates, that with the power of believing, manifesting and positive thinking, you can get what […]
The Last World’s 50 Best Restaurants in London– And The 7 Asia Restaurants on the List
That’s right, the recently concluded 2015 World’s 50 Best Restaurants was the last to be held in London— after 14 years. Next year, the awards body, organized by William Reed Business Media, sponsored by San Pellegrino and Acqua Panna, is moving to New York City, in order to further […]
When In Spain… Madrid Food Tour Is A Must
Conde Nast Traveler recently came out with an article entitled, “In Madrid, Molecular Gastronomy Is Out. Comfort Food Is In.” The article states that, “After years of molecular gastronomy, with its flavored foams and vapors, Madrid’s food scene makes a U-turn to become the new capital […]
No Meat, No Dairy, No Alcohol– A Wellness Weekend at The Farm At San Benito
The night before, I had consumed the Philippines’ supply of Dom Perignon. The morning after, still inebriated, I found myself on the road to The Farm at San Benito, a two-hour car ride from Manila, located at Lipa, Batangas. Even prior to the first Dom Perignon event in […]
Madrid Fusion Manila 2015- “Dinners With The Stars”- April 24 to 26, 2015
Madrid Fusion Manila is coming up in less than 2 weeks! We already know the stellar cast of international and Philippine-based chefs who will be taking part at the gastronomic event on April 24 to 26, 2015 that’s part conference-part trade show. (Click here for […]
