Newsletter: Tablecross Inc. and KOKUBU Group Corp. introduce sake tour on byFood, a new way to taste the local culture

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As international travel to Japan reaches unprecedented levels, a new premium experience is inviting global travelers to discover Japan through one of its most iconic cultural traditions: sake.

Newsletter: 10 Delicious Reasons to Book Kilig Bali: Meet Chef Juan Gadi, Ubud's Best Private Chef & Catering Experience

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Chef Juan Manuel Guino-o Gadi is widely recognized as the best private chef in Bali, offering bespoke Filipino-inspired dining through Kilig Bali Catering. Based in Ubud, Chef Juan brings a fine-dining background and a personal story of resilience directly to your villa, transforming private dinners into intimate culinary events. His signature dishes include slow-cooked Chicken Adobo, sizzling Lechon Belly Sisig, and refreshing Halo-Halo dessert. Services include fully customized menus, villa setup, and clean-up, making it the premier choice for families, honeymooners, and groups seeking an exclusive Bali villa chef experience.

Newsletter: Smart Food Pairings to Help You Get More from What You Eat

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Good nutrition is not just about hitting single nutrient targets or making sure you are eating the latest superfood.  It has been – and always will be – about getting the right balance of nutrients to ensure that you consistently provide the nutrients your body needs for growth, metabolism, and repair, and to support overall wellbeing.  Turns out, certain food pairings can impact the body’s ability to make use of nutrients they contain. 

Newsletter: Drink, dine and discover new flavors at the new Crazy Carabao brewery

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The new brewery of Crazy Carabao Craft Brew

Have you ever wondered how your crafted drink is brewed before it is poured into your glass? Now you can see it for yourself. Local premium craft brew brand Crazy Carabao has officially opened its new, bigger, and better brewery—inviting guests to sip, dine, and experience the craft behind every bottle right inside its upgraded facility. 

Newsletter: Usher in Chinese New Year with the Taste of Asia

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This Chinese New Year, home cooks and chefs across Metro Manila can celebrate prosperity, togetherness, and new beginnings through food with Golden Chef, an Asian sauces and condiments brand from Singapore.

Newsletter: Five Tips to Enhance Focus, Mood and Mental Resilience

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Ever feel like your brain is constantly buzzing with information? Our brain is the body's most vital asset, a powerhouse that’s always active, absorbing and adapting. From learning and remembering to making decisions and solving problems, the brain tackles a constant enormous stream of information every single day.  

Newsletter: Gyukatsu Boracay Unveils Wagyu Hamburg Omurice: The Sizzling New Star of Island Comfort Food

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Gyukatsu Boracay, the island’s top-rated Japanese restaurant known for its bold take on traditional flavors, proudly introduces its newest menu highlight: Wagyu Hamburg Omurice — a dish that fuses sizzle, comfort, and indulgence into one unforgettable dining experience.

Newsletter: CCYG Malate Adds Hotpot Side to Its Unlimited Korean BBQ for P699

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CCYG Malate now serves unlimited Korean BBQ with a new hotpot side for P699. Enjoy tasty broth, glass noodles, and fresh vegetables with your grill favorites.

Newsletter: Comfort, Served Daily: New offerings to keep you warm

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Whether it’s a sunny spell or a sudden downpour, the weather these days has us reaching for warmth, comfort, and familiar flavors that feel like home. At Pancake House, it’s not just about food. It’s about creating moments of comfort you can return to, again and again. This season, The House That Brings You Home welcomes everyone with new offerings that make everyday dining a little more special.

Newsletter: ILDEX Philippines 2025 Expands to Halls 1–4: Setting a New Benchmark for the Livestock Industry | 27–29 August 2025, SMX Convention Center Manila

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ILDEX Philippines, the leading international exhibition for the livestock, dairy, meat processing, and aquaculture industries, is proud to announce its expansion to Hall 4 at the SMX Convention Center Manila. Taking place from 27–29 August 2025, this expansion marks the largest edition in the show’s history, reinforcing ILDEX Philippines' role as the premier platform for the industry in Southeast Asia.

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They say late afternoons are best time of the day for merry-making – at least, if you want to avoid the rush and thus, afford more choices of your food and drink.

Newsletter: BLUE BOTTLE COFFEE UNVEILS FIRST SOUTHEAST ASIAN OUTLET AT LUMINE SINGAPORE, ANNOUNCING MENU OFFERINGS AND PARTNERSHIPS WITH LOCAL COMMUNITY

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Interior of Blue Bottle Coffee at LUMINE SINGAPORE in Raffles City

Blue Bottle Coffee has officially opened its doors at LUMINE SINGAPORE in Raffles City Singapore today, marking its highly anticipated debut in Southeast Asia. Bringing its signature coffee experience to the heart of Singapore’s thriving café culture, the globally recognised brand has built a reputation for its meticulous approach to specialty coffee. 

Newsletter: Gyukatsu-Motomura Boracay: Bringing Japan's Viral Sensation to Paradise

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The wait is finally over! The VIRAL GYUKATSU that took Japan by storm has arrived on the shores of the world-famous Boracay Island. Gyukatsu-Motomura Boracay (GYUKATSU もと村 BORACAY), a culinary gem under Ikigai International Restaurant OPC, is proud to announce its upcoming grand opening, bringing an authentic taste of Japan to this tropical paradise.

Newsletter: Tokyo's Culinary Gem Arrives in Paradise: Gyukatsu-Motomura Set to Open in Boracay

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Gyukatsu-Motomura, a renowned Tokyo-based restaurant chain specializing in beef cutlets, is set to open its first location in Boracay, Philippines in November 2024. The restaurant aims to blend Japanese culinary excellence with the island's tropical charm, offering both locals and tourists a unique dining experience.

Newsletter: Ingredients in chewing gum help tilapia survive cold climates

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Researchers inspect blue vats containing Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fingerlings fed with varying levels of Arabic gum and lecithin to see what effect these have on the fishes' survivability in cold climates. Photo credit: Benha University / National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries, Egypt 

Two common ingredients in ordinary chewing gum – Arabic gum and lecithin – have been found to help improve the overall health of tilapia, helping these fish survive better even in cold climates. This discovery paves the way for raising tilapia for food outside of the tropical regions where they are commonly farmed.

Newsletter: UP Researchers Investigate E. coli Levels in Urban Farm Vegetables

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By Eunice Jean C. Patron

Researchers gather samples of mustasa, or mustard greens (Brassica juncea), at New Greenland Farm in Bagong Silangan, Quezon City. (Photo credit: The Research Team)

A type of bacterium called Escherichia coli (E. coli), found in the feces of humans and animals, is often released into bodies of water such as streams. Although most E. coli strains are harmless, some can cause foodborne diseases such as gastroenteritis, typhoid fever, and dysentery. Feces are a major source of microbial contamination in fresh produce. With the rise of urban farming in the Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is essential to monitor fresh produce from urban farms to recognize and address food safety issues immediately.

Newsletter: KFC SQUADS UP WITH PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS AND PUBG MOBILE IN EXCITING NEW COLLAB FOR GAMERS TO LOAD UP, DIVE IN AND TASTE VICTORY

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KFC launched the ultimate collaboration for fans, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS and PUBG MOBILE players as they join squads in a battle royale for the ultimate taste of victory. This ground-breaking partnership allows players to visit virtual KFC restaurants in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS and PUBG MOBILE, alongside exclusive KFC items. An exciting new promotion unlocking exclusive in-game rewards with the purchase of special KFC PUBG meals will also be available in select markets.

Newsletter: Five Culinary Journeys in the U.S. to Get Your Tastebuds Excited!

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 Courtesy: Alex Haney

Southeast Asian tastebuds are hard to please. After all, their countries are abundant with spices that have given their cuisines a whole new dimension of depth and complexity. A traveler from this region may be wary of the food options in the US- with stereotypical images of hamburgers, hotdogs and fast food in general. 

Newsletter: NEW YORK CITY TOURISM + CONVENTIONS ANNOUNCES START OF RESERVATIONS FOR SUMMER NYC RESTAURANT WEEK 2023

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New York City Tourism + Conventions, the City’s official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, announced the start of reservations for NYC Restaurant Week® Summer 2023. NYC Summer Restaurant Week, sponsored by Mastercard, will run from Monday, July 24 to Sunday, August 20, with restaurants offering two-course lunches for $30, $45 or $60, and three-course dinners for $30, $45 or $60 (gratuity not included). 

Newsletter: Be a ringleader to your own toy circus with McDonald’s Happy Meal Carnival Deal

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Children will get a FREE surprise toy with every Happy Meal Purchase— giving them more ways to create their own toy carnival!

PHILIPPINES – July 25, 2022 – Come one, come all! In McDonald’s Philippines, all kinds of toys and characters join in on the fun in the new Happy Meal Carnival Deal!