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Kakanin: Memory, Ritual, and the Sweetness of Being Filipino

By Ige Ramos

April 17, 2025

The word kakanin carries a gentle warmth—a sweetness that evokes both the earth and the hearth. For many Filipinos, especially those raised in the provinces,…

Filipino cuisine’s growth in the US threatened by trade, immigration policy changes

By Tatung Sarthou

April 17, 2025

Filipino cuisine's growth in the US is currently facing challenges due to trade and immigration policy changes. These changes could impact the availability and diversity…

The ‘Simpol’ secret: Maggi Ginisahog in every dish

By Simpol.ph

April 17, 2025

Chef Tatung Sarthou recently showed that great cooking doesn’t have to be complicated during a Simpol.ph livestream that elevated everyday ulam into something special —…

Saving spaces that keep Filipino food alive

By Waya Araos-Wijangco

April 14, 2025

In today’s rapidly globalizing world, saving spaces that keep Filipino food alive is essential for preserving cultural heritage. I arrived in Singapore with an empty…

Mocha Mousse and more: The colors leading 2025 fashion

By Dong Omaga-Diaz

April 14, 2025

Mocha Mousse and more: The colors leading 2025 fashion are expected to set new trends and redefine style paradigms as we look forward to the…

Sacramental wine, science

By Mikaela Kristina Acido-Muega

April 13, 2025

Exploring the intersection of sacramental wine and science provides fascinating insights into both ancient traditions and modern research. As a Catholic who studies science, I’ve…

PISA preparation reinforcement: The surprise of values education

By Michael Arthus Muega, Ph.D.

April 12, 2025

Where can you find a school with a foolproof formula for producing morally good persons? Nowhere. But can that kind of learning environment exist? Yes.…

Tracking the shifts that shape our future

By Spanky Enriquez

April 11, 2025

With exactly one month to go before we head to the classrooms where we vote every three years, the anticipation is growing. For the past…

Calls for better dining etiquette grow amid viral incidents

By Tatung Sarthou

April 10, 2025

The importance of better dining etiquette grows as viral incidents continue to catch public attention and influence behavior. Dining in the Philippines has always been…

A 20-ounce, bone-in ribeye with charred crust, juicy marbling, and just the right amount of drama—Longhorn knows how to do steak night right.

Longhorn Steakhouse To Open First Manila Location

By Tatung Sarthou

April 10, 2025

Looking to enjoy a delicious meal at Loghorn Steakhouse in Manila? Discover what makes this Loghorn steakhouse Manila dining experience noteworthy. The American chain known…

Chefs from Manila, Seoul share a dialogue in flavors

By Simpol.ph

April 10, 2025

Exploring the culinary world of Korean chefs and Chef Pat Go of Your Local can be a fascinating experience, especially when you witness the collaboration…

A chef’s pause

By Tatung Sarthou

April 10, 2025

Chefs often find themselves in high-pressure environments, making it crucial for them to pause and take a break from the pressure to ensure their well-being…

Content creator Euleen Castro (@euleencastro) during her now-viral critique of a café in Iloilo — a post that sparked city-wide backlash and a national conversation on the ethics of food reviews. honest review lang

When “Honest Review Lang” Becomes Harmful: The Real Cost of Viral Food Criticism

By Tatung Sarthou

May 30, 2025

There is a shadow hanging over the social media food…

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Jok Moo: A Cozy Twist on Filipino Lugaw

By Simpol

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Features

Kakanin: Memory, Ritual, and the Sweetness of Being Filipino

Filipino cuisine’s growth in the US threatened by trade, immigration policy changes

The ‘Simpol’ secret: Maggi Ginisahog in every dish

Saving spaces that keep Filipino food alive

Mocha Mousse and more: The colors leading 2025 fashion

Sacramental wine, science

PISA preparation reinforcement: The surprise of values education

Tracking the shifts that shape our future

Calls for better dining etiquette grow amid viral incidents

Longhorn Steakhouse To Open First Manila Location

Chefs from Manila, Seoul share a dialogue in flavors

A chef’s pause

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