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Where to Eat This June: 8 New Metro Manila Restaurants to Add to Your Hit List
Where to Eat This June: 8 New Metro Manila Restaurants to Add to Your Hit List

From Gordon Ramsay’s viral sandwiches to Michelin-vetted Filipino tasting menus, we look at the fresh restaurant openings hitting the metro this June.

May 22, 2026 Russell
The Return of Osteria: What to Expect From Josh Boutwood’s Italian Pop-Up at Rockwell
The Return of Osteria: What to Expect From Josh Boutwood’s Italian Pop-Up at Rockwell

Chef Josh Boutwood is bringing his limited-time Italian concept back to The Balmori Suites. Here is a realistic look at the menu, the vibe, and whether this no-gimmick pop-up is worth the Rockwell price tag.

May 21, 2026 Russell
Molten in the Middle: A Realistic Review of Burger Beast’s New Lava Cheeseburger
Molten in the Middle: A Realistic Review of Burger Beast’s New Lava Cheeseburger

Burger Beast’s latest menu drop promises a cheese-filled explosion from inside the patty itself. We look at whether this ₱275 delivery staple actually stays gooey by the time it reaches your doorstep.

May 21, 2026 Russell Burger Beast
Attitude and Elite Char: The Reality of Chicken House Express in Makati
Attitude and Elite Char: The Reality of Chicken House Express in Makati

This smoke-filled Savana Market institution is famous for its chaotic service and intense crowds. But if you can look past the rushed staff, its charcoal-grilled chicken might actually beat Bacolod’s best.

May 21, 2026 Russell Chicken House Exp…
BuyBuddy Makes Buy 1 Get 1 Dining Deals Easier to Find Around Metro Manila
BuyBuddy Makes Buy 1 Get 1 Dining Deals Easier to Find Around Metro Manila

BuyBuddy is a new Philippine lifestyle app offering curated Buy 1 Get 1 deals across dining and lifestyle merchants, letting users unlock BOGO vouchers through a monthly subscription.

May 20, 2026 Russell
The Matcha Tokyo’s New Summer Drinks Are Made for Manila Heat
The Matcha Tokyo’s New Summer Drinks Are Made for Manila Heat

The Matcha Tokyo’s seasonal summer drinks bring refreshing new ways to enjoy matcha, with Matcha Mango Frozen, Matcha Passionfruit Yuzu, and Matcha Coconut Float now available for a limited time.

May 20, 2026 Russell The Matcha Tokyo
Salcedo Market Is Still One of Makati’s Best Weekend Food Finds
Salcedo Market Is Still One of Makati’s Best Weekend Food Finds

Salcedo Market in Makati is a weekend food destination filled with sulit eats, from ₱129 smashed burgers at Burnt Diner to shawarma, BBQ, hotdogs, fresh fruits, and more local market finds.

May 20, 2026 Russell
Royal Sakura Is a Hidden Gem for Serious Sushi in Manila
Royal Sakura Is a Hidden Gem for Serious Sushi in Manila

Royal Sakura Japanese Restaurant in Malate, Manila is a hidden gem for authentic Japanese dining, especially with its limited-time ootoro and chutoro sushi offering for only ₱690.

May 20, 2026 Russell Royal Sakura
Beyond the Hype: Is Mezmars & Mau’s ₱120 Blue Rice Inasal Actually Good?
Beyond the Hype: Is Mezmars & Mau’s ₱120 Blue Rice Inasal Actually Good?

We visited the Mandaluyong garage spot made famous by influencer Bradley Tries. Here’s the reality of their ₱120 chicken and signature blue ternate rice.

May 15, 2026 Russell Mezmars & Mau's C…
Bangkok’s Famous "Easy! Buddy" Hits Ayala Triangle: Is it the New Kaprao King of Makati?
Bangkok’s Famous "Easy! Buddy" Hits Ayala Triangle: Is it the New Kaprao King of Makati?

The Bangkok-based specialty Thai fried rice franchise has officially landed in Ayala Triangle Gardens. Here’s why their "Easy! Buddy" signature rice with its crispy duck egg and caramelized corn is worth a lunch break.

May 15, 2026 Russell EASY! buddy Ayala…
First in the World: Gordon Ramsay’s "Idiot Sandwich" Pop-Up Lands in BGC
First in the World: Gordon Ramsay’s "Idiot Sandwich" Pop-Up Lands in BGC

The viral meme officially becomes a reality as Gordon Ramsay launches the world's first "Idiot Sandwich" pop-up at Uptown Mall. Here is a look at what’s on the menu and if it lives up to the internet hype.

May 15, 2026 Russell
Cumin, Coals, and Cold Beer: The Realistic Charm of Shao Kao BBQ City Golf
Cumin, Coals, and Cold Beer: The Realistic Charm of Shao Kao BBQ City Golf

Looking for a budget-friendly Chinese BBQ fix in Pasig? We visited Shao Kao BBQ at City Golf Plaza to see if their ₱40 skewers and signature spices actually live up to the hype.

May 12, 2026 Russell ShaoKao BBQ
Bulalo World: A Practical Fix for 16-Hour Simmered Beef Soup
Bulalo World: A Practical Fix for 16-Hour Simmered Beef Soup

Skip the long-haul drive and the fancy marketing. Bulalo World offers a quick, no-frills way to get a hearty bowl of 16-hour slow-cooked beef soup right in the middle of a mall.

May 12, 2026 Russell
The ₱400 Pioneer Center Food Crawl: 4 Stops to Get You Stuffed
The ₱400 Pioneer Center Food Crawl: 4 Stops to Get You Stuffed

Forget the pricey Kapitolyo cafes. We hit four OG spots in Pioneer Center for just ₱407 each—here is how to pull off the ultimate budget barkada food crawl.

May 11, 2026 Russell
Why Yamazato’s ₱9,500 Omakase is the Ultimate Japan Shortcut
Why Yamazato’s ₱9,500 Omakase is the Ultimate Japan Shortcut

Skip the four-hour flight. With Chef Ikuma Sato at the helm, Yamazato’s sushi counter offers a no-nonsense experience that feels exactly like a high-end hideaway in Ginza.

May 11, 2026 Russell
Shaky Buns Brings Top Burger Energy to Maginhawa
Shaky Buns Brings Top Burger Energy to Maginhawa

Shaky Buns is a new 9-seater burgeria on Maginhawa Street in Quezon City, serving a focused menu of burgers, fries, and milkshakes in a small, casual neighborhood setup.

May 6, 2026 Russell