To celebrate my dad’s 60th birthday, he decided to treat our family and closest friends to a special dinner at Medley Buffet, one of the signature restaurants at Okada Manila, where he was also staying for the night. It was a convenient and fitting choice for such a milestone occasion, with the hotel’s luxurious ambiance

Tostilocos is one of those wild, flavor-packed street foods that makes you wonder how did chips get this exciting. I first learned about it from the Netflix show Heavenly Bites: Mexico, where they featured this snack in an episode that perfectly summed it up: “More than just chips.” And truly, it is. Tostilocos is a glorious

I’ve always known deep down in my mind that something called “Jacket Potato” existed and I was pretty sure it had to be good. I mean, it’s potato and cheese, how can it not be? But it wasn’t until I stumbled upon SpudBros on TikTok that I truly saw how glorious a fully loaded Jacket

Monte Cristo – a name that sounds fancy but is really just a glorified ham and cheese sandwich that took a delicious dip in egg batter before getting fried to golden perfection. It’s crispy, melty, sweet, and savory all at once, making it a classic comfort food with a little extra flair. But instead of

I honestly don’t know much about Juan’s Bistro but one thing I just realized is that it has quietly become part of my family’s tradition. Whenever we need to meet up with relatives from my mom’s side, we somehow always end up choosing Juan’s Bistro’s MOA branch. The first time was way back in 2015,

Think of Caipirinha as Brazil’s answer to the Mojito. It is refreshing, citrusy, and perfect for a warm day. But while a Mojito leans on rum and mint for its signature flavor, Caipirinha takes a different route with cachaça, a sugarcane-based spirit that gives it a distinct kick. No mint, no soda, just lime, sugar, ice,

My sister randomly sent an old photo of 2010 versions of me and my siblings at Seattle’s Best. Memories instantly flashed back, and I remembered how we were frequent customers of Seattle’s as early as when I was ten years old. Back then, whenever we checked in at Binondo Suites, now Chinatown Lai Lai Hotel,

Feijoada is more than just a stew. It’s Brazil’s national dish, a comforting and hearty blend of beans, pork, and chorizo simmered to perfection. While it’s most famous in Brazil, it actually traces its origins back to Portugal, where variations of this rich, flavorful dish are also enjoyed. I first learned about Feijoada while watching

Tucked away in a serene countryside setting, My Country House is a charming escape that brings the warmth and richness of rural home cooking to life. Inspired by the bountiful countryside retreats of the world’s most beloved culinary destinations, this restaurant embraces the farm-to-table philosophy with freshly harvested vegetables, ethically raised livestock, and house-baked bread

Mac and cheese doesn’t have to be just a simple mix of macaroni and cheese. It can be so much more! And if you think comfort food can’t be healthy, think again. By adding squash, this classic dish gets a nutritious twist without sacrificing its cheesy goodness. Squash blends seamlessly into the sauce, adding a