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  • BAD Cafe in Makati is Your New Hangout Spot for an Intimate Cocktail Sesh

    Tucked within the bustling streets and towering buildings of Legazpi, Makati, BAD Cafe is a cool and quiet space serving comfort food and coffee for the Makati crowd’s collective cravings. Now, the cafe has expanded its menu adding a cool lineup of cocktails and offering a chill spot for anyone who wants a calm kick of alcohol as they relax and unwind after a busy week!

    After entering BAD Cafe’s doors, one can easily loosen up as they’re greeted by the cafe’s easy-on-the-eyes interior with Japanese wood accents and minimalist decor. The cafe’s atmosphere feels intimate yet is quite spacious at the same time, having a seating capacity of up to 40 customers.

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    But what gives BAD Cafe a BAD name (literally) despite having such a good, cozy vibe, you ask? BAD actually stands for the names of its owners, Brian and Dianne, whose love story inspired the lovely cafe. The place, as well as their offerings, are an ode to the couple’s first meeting in a Tokyo cafe and the adventures they’ve spent together in Japan’s capital city.

    “BAD Cafe has always been about what we – Dianne and I – love, which are coffee, food, and now cocktails. We hope our regulars, and even first-timers fall in love with our new drinks and enjoy the experiences we want to share – in a glass, or maybe two,” shared Brian.

    A Good Time at BAD Cafe

    Like their food and coffee, BAD Cafe makes sure that their newly-added cocktails are concocted with quality ingredients. Not only that, the man behind their cocktails is Kenneth Bandivas of Spirits Library and Kampai, who is a winner of Diageo Worldclass’ Around the World Challenge Global Finals and was also recognized as Bartender of the Year.

    For every drink they serve, BAD Cafe aims to transport customers to the famed bars of Shinjuku Golden Gai. Here’s a roundup of their new drinks you can now enjoy any time of the day.

    If you lean towards the classics, you can order their Whiskey Sour (P350), Negroni (P350), Moscow Mule (P350), or Sazerac (P480). You can also opt for a refreshing glass of Gin Basil Smash (P350) or the cocktail combined with coffee goodness, Espresso Martini (P350).

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    But if you really want to have the BAD Cafe experience, be sure to order their signature cocktails. The Open Book (P450) is a gin-based drink with the fresh and fruity flavor of elderflower; the Oto Kichi (P420) mixes vodka with the umami of matcha; the Not Suspicious (P450) is a bittersweet drink, mixing blended malt whiskey with apricot liqueur and chocolate bitters; while the Albatros Golden Gai (P330) is a spiced rum-based drink concocted with horchata and cinnamon.

    Last but definitely not the least, the Deathmatch in Hell (P420) combines the kick of spiced rum, the caffeine kick of coffee, the bittersweet flavor of Campari, and the taste of sweet vermouth.


    Visit BAD Cafe at Legazpi St, G/F Windsor Tower, Makati City, open from 8 AM to 9 PM. For more information, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

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    Homestream images from BAD Cafe.

  • PICKUP COFFEE: Manila’s Newest Coffee Shop Offering Drinks Below P100

    Just when we thought we have enough coffee shops in Manila, PICKUP COFFEE comes into the picture. This newly founded start-up in the Philippines aims to make espresso and milk-based beverages more accessible by offering drinks from P50 to P100 only.

    They’ve always been a cloud kitchen since it started three months ago in locations like Rockwell, Julia Vargas, Alabang, Banawe, UP Town Center, Mall of Asia, Ayala Malls Vertis North, San Juan, and Nuvali. With nine kitchens already in operation, they’ve decided they wanted more. And with the goal of being closer to their customers, they finally opened their first branch in BGC, Uptown Bonifacio.

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    To celebrate their first branch, on June 3 and 4, they have exclusive launch perks for customers. Ten lucky customers get a chance to win one year’s worth of coffee and all you have to do is sign up upon purchase! Other launch perks include free UPsize for drinks, and free drinks between 5 to 7pm.

    Must-try drinks at PICKUP COFFEE

    Drinks at PICKUP COFFEE may be affordable, but that doesn’t mean quality is compromised. They’ve developed value for money beverages that uses locally and internationally sourced beans Mt. Apo and Brazil, and use only top-of-the-line espresso machines to ensure quality and consistency.

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    If you like it simple, there’s the Americano and Latte priced at P50 and P70, respectively. Their Kape Kastila (P75) is their version of a Spanish Latte, it has leche condensada, creamy milk, and a shot of espresso; and then there’s this unique Avo Latte (P85) which has a dollop of fresh avocado with creamy milk and espresso. For caffeine-free drinks, choose from the Matcha Latte, Golden Turmeric Latte, Chai Latte, or the Classic Chocolate, priced from P70 to P80.

    Other than making their drinks accessible, they have partnered with homegrown businesses like Claudia’s Cookies, Hola Empanadas, Butterboy, and Malia Home Bakery, all of which you can nibble on with their coffee.

    PICKUP COFFEE is at Uptown Bonifacio, 36th Street, 9th Avenue, Taguig. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for more details.

  • The Peninsula Manila Presents A Sip and Savor Celebration with a Five-course Dinner in Old Manila on June 1st

    On Wednesday, June 1, 2022, Executive Chef Xavier Castello is creating a five-course dinner in Old Manila at The Peninsula Manila, complementing one of Spain’s most celebrated wineries –  Bodegas Emilio Moro.

    The Peninsula Manila Presents A Sip and Savor Celebration with a Five-course Dinner in Old Manila on June 1st

    A leading winemaker from the Castile and León region’s “Golden Mile” whose passion for winemaking stretches back to more than a century, the dinner – from appetizer to dessert – will be paired with a classic Polvorete Godello, Bierzo  white wine, along with a fresh El Zarzal Godello, 

    Bierzo and the bodega’s premium red Emilio Moro, Ribera del Duero and the organic red wine La Felisa, Ribera del Duero.

    The Peninsula Manila Presents A Sip and Savor Celebration with a Five-course Dinner in Old Manila on June 1st

    The lovely five-course Old Manila degustation menu is priced at P6,000, inclusive of taxes. 

    Dinner on June 1, 2022, starts at 6:30 pm. Pre-paid reservations are required as there is very limited seating.

    For inquiries and orders, please call +63 (2) 8887 2888 extension 6691  (Restaurant Reservations) or email DiningPMN@peninsula.com.

  • GUIDE: Burgers in Manila Under P300 That You Need to Try ASAP

    What are some of your favorite burgers in Manila? Whether you like your patties thin and fresh off the griddle or thick and juicy and your buns the classic ones or brioche, sinking your teeth into this classic sandwich will leave any carnivore smiling from ear to ear. Here, we list down must-try burgers in Manila that are under P300, perfect if you’re on a budget but still want to treat yourself.

    8Cuts Burger

    What to order: Four Cheese 2.0 (P280)

    Beefier

    What to order: Cheesier (P299)

    Brothers Burger

    What to order: P302.50

    Burger Beast

    What to order: Smash Burger (P289)

    Chumbos

    What to order: Double Cheeseburger (P240)

    Goodfull Burgers

    What to order: The Goodfull (P245)

    Shake Shack

    What to order: ShackBurger Single (P275)

    Sweet Ecstasy

    What to order: The Steamburger (P270)

  • Sweet Nostalgia: This Pretty Rainbow Gem Cake Reminds Us of Our Childhood

    Take a sweet trip back to your childhood with Max’s Corner Bakery‘s limited-edition Mini Rainbow Gem Cake!

    Inspired by the Filipino snack that has been popular among the 80s and 90s kids, this new cake from Max’s Restaurant’s bakeshop brand promises to bring you good old memories while indulging in the present with the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of this pretty treat!

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    Photo: Max’s Restaurant

    The Rainbow Gem Cake is made with colorful layers of vanilla chiffon, a gem cookie crust, and a rich buttercream icing as its filling and frosting. It’s also made more colorful by the pastel-colored sprinkles on the outside and gem icing on top. The 5-inch round cake is also best enjoyed after a hearty meal of Max’s favorites such as Sarap-to-the-Bones Fried Chicken, Sizzling Tofu, Lechon Kawali Kare-Kare, and Lumpiang Shanghai, among others.

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    Photo: Max’s Restaurant

    This decadent dessert can be purchased for a limited time only for P499 (dine-in). It is also available for take-out and delivery in Luzon stores except Naga and Palawan. Orders can also be made through delivery.maxschicken.com or 888-79000 (Metro Manila).

    For more information, visit the official Facebook page at @MaxsRestaurant.

  • Randy’s Donuts Hits Pause; Will Introduce More Flavors Soon

    “We would like to inform Randy’s lovers that we will re-open as soon as possible and will update them regularly. We will also add more flavors to our existing menu,” the company said in a statement.  “We are extremely grateful to our customers for their enthusiastic and warm response to the entry of this iconic brand from LA.” 

    Randy's Donuts Hits Pause; Will Introduce More Flavors Soon
    Image: Randy’s Donuts Philippines FB

    Randy’s, known for its fluffier, airier, and larger donuts, is creating quite a buzz in the local food scene since it soft opened last May 10 at the Uptown Parade in BGC. Since then, it has sold over 70,000 donuts, more than 5,000 donuts sold per day, and daily average sales of P500K.  

    Its grand opening is slated this June, with a new kiosk and the iconic donut signage found in all their branches in the US.

    Randy's Donuts Hits Pause; Will Introduce More Flavors Soon

    Customers can look forward to new varieties on top of all-time favorites like the Classic Glazed Raised and deluxe, fancy and premium varieties such as S’mores, Fruit Loops Raised, Apple Fritter, Butter Crumb, Jelly Raspberry, and Cake Sprinkles.

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    Randy’s Donuts of Los Angeles is Heading to the Philippines!

    Randy’s Donuts can be spotted in movies such as The Avengers where Tony Stark was seen inside a Randy’s donut hole. Its exterior has been used in Arrested Development, Masked Rider, Entourage, The Golden Child, Get Shorty, Problem Child 2, Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles, The Kissing Booth, and Runaways among other movies.

    For more updates on Randy’s Donuts Philippines, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

  • GUIDE: Where To Sip and Savor Wine in Manila This 2022

    Whether you’ve had a bad day, struggling to keep things together, or just want to wind down with friends, the answer to that is always wine. There are a handful of speakeasies that specialize in craft cocktails around the metro but for times you just want to feel at home while sipping on some rich, zesty, or fruity wine, here are places where you can sip and savor wine in Manila. No wine expertise is required!

    Barcino

    Book here.

    Cartel Deli

    Book here.

    Dr. Wine

    Book here.

    Fino Deli

    Book here.

    Flossom Kitchen + Cafe

    Book here.

    La Petite Parisienne Manila

    Book here.

    La Picara

    Book here.

    Monopole Wine Bar

    Book here.

    Txanton

    Book here.

    Wine Story

    Book here.

  • 8 Shops & Restos Where You Can Order Refreshing Juices & Smoothies in Metro Manila

    Need to be refreshed? Whenever we’re thirsty, we can’t help but crave a cool drink to bless our throats. And when it comes to cool, refreshing drinks, we can never go wrong with a cup or bottle of juice and smoothies. After all, most of these drinks are also healthy so we can go guilt-free whenever we want to indulge ourselves!

    If you’re wondering where you can get delicious juices and smoothies in the metro, let this list be your nifty guide! We’ve rounded up some shops and restaurants in Metro Manila where you can get these healthy and delightful drinks!

    Jamba Juice

    Jamba Juice has been serving its hit offerings in the Philippines for over a decade now, and their vegetable and fruit juices, smoothies, and other icy snacks continue to hold up for the cravings of the thirsty crowd.

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    SaladStop!

    Going green in terms of the food we’re eating got easier since SaladStop! started popping up in the city. Aside from their delicious salads, SaladStop! also has a rich lineup of smoothies that are perfect to pair with our healthy meals.

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    Wildflour

    Wildflour and its brands are known for serving a wide range of premium food. Also part of their lineup of drinks is their juices, available in four variants: Green Juice, Golden Juice, Red Juice, and Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice.

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    Dean & Deluca

    This brand has been around for 40 years serving us epicurean delights. For the thirsty customers, Dean & Deluca offers a luscious lineup of yogurt smoothies and fruit smoothies, including flavors such as strawberry, peach & passion fruit, and more.

    Locations: ORE Central, BGC | Three Central Mall, Salcedo | Eton Tower, Makati | Scout Rallos, QC

    Habit Food Group

    Through Habit Food Group’s selection of delectable smoothies, you can truly make it a habit to refresh yourself with such fruity goodness! Some of the flavors you can order include Dragonfruit Blueberry, Strawberry Banana, Mango Melon, and more.

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    Locations: Kapitolyo, Pasig | South Triangle, QC

    Pure Nectar

    Pure Nectar’s healthy and delightful cold-pressed juices have expanded beyond the country and have now reached Singapore and Brunei. They offer a rich variety of flavors plus bundles that can make your cleansing easier.

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    Raw Juice Bar

    Raw Juice Bar is an all-natural juice bar that helps you gain the health benefits you’re searching for, as they’ve categorized their drinks into Detox Series, Weight Loss Series, Skin Series, and Fiber Cleanse Set.

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    The Skinny Juicery

    The Skinny Juicery is a source of healthy cold-pressed juices that are 100% pure and fresh. They have juices made with greens, roots, and citrus fruits. Plus, they have the Hello Skinnies line available in delightful flavors such as the Thrilla Vanilla, Chocolait Almond, Watermelon Wash, and Hazelnut Dreams to name a few.

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  • Meraki: A New Restaurant in MOA Square Serving Elevated Greek Cuisine

    Do you miss traveling? Meraki will transport you to the rich history of Greece with its elevated Greek cuisine! A modern Greek work used to describe doing something with passion, soul, and creativity, Meraki offers this exact experience when you dine.

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    Sante: A New Must-Visit Brunch to Cocktail Spot in MOA Square

    Looking to have a leisurely brunch? Their Smashed Avocado has halloumi cheese, poached eggs, and toasted sourdough. The flavors are diverse, from subtle to robust, healthy to hearty. For instance, the quintessential, Beef Moussaka. One of the most recognizable Greek dishes, it is made hearty and flavorful with layers of beef, eggplant, and potato and topped with a decadent sauce. 

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    Meraki also has the Salmon Tzatziki, fresh salmon lightly pan-seared, served with crunchy asparagus and fresh thyme. Their Lemon Chicken is pan-seared chicken on a bed of potatoes, oregano, lemon, and fresh thyme. For meat lovers, the Filet Mignon is served with herb butter, olive tapenade, grated cured egg yolk, and peppercorn sauce.

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    The Chocolate Lava Cake is a chocoholic’s a dream come true, served with almond dacquoise, vanilla bean ice cream, and dehydrated strawberry. And for those looking for healthy drinks, their freshly-squeezed juices have refreshing variants – from the crowd-favorite orange juice to their special Immune Booster that has green apple, cucumber, celery, kale, lemon, and ginger, and their Tropical Sunrise with watermelon, pineapple, passionfruit, and orange.  

    Meraki is located at MOA Square, Seashell Lane, Mall of Asia Complex. Follow Meraki on Facebook and Instagram to get the latest on this new exciting concept.

  • Mountain Dew is Here to Fuel Your Latest Adventures

    If this summer season is any indication, it seems more Filipinos are starting to regain their lives returning to their pre-pandemic routine. Many are exploring more places, as if on a “revenge travel” mode. 

    A forecast from the Department of Tourism (DOT) noted that domestic trips may reach 84.8 million in 2022. This is 90 percent of the total number of domestic trips in 2019.

    Market intelligence firm, Colliers Philippines, also believes that domestic tourists will boost the tourism sector once again. This is due to eased travel restrictions both here and abroad. The Holy Week 2022 served as a proof point. 

    From Baguio to Boracay, we’ve seen hordes of Filipino tourists visiting for their “much-needed break”. The City Tourism Office of Baguio showed that the city has more than 80,000 approved travel registrations arriving from April 8 to 17. As for Boracay, news report mentioned that more than 21,000 tourists arrived in the province.

    True to its slogan, “Fuel for Adventure”, Mountain Dew is joining Filipinos across the world in discovering more about life beyond the pandemic. Together, seeking thrills and restarting the fun as we move forward to living in a post-pandemic future. 

    “We are thrilled to see more people taking in new adventures this summer. It is a stark contrast to how we were living our lives during the same period last year. These days, we are almost resuming where we left off—slowly but surely and safely. A bottle of Mountain Dew could be a good pair in fueling our days ahead,” said Frederick D. Ong, president and chief executive officer of Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI)—the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages in the country. 

    Mountain Dew is available in 8 oz to 1L glass bottles, 250 ml to 330 ml cans, and 300 ml to 2.25L PET bottles. It also recently launched its new 850ml PET bottle serving in Luzon and 1L bottle serving in Visayas and Mindanao. Get all these in supermarkets, groceries, convenience stores, and sari-sari stores nationwide. 

    PCPPI is the exclusive manufacturer of well-known beverage brands like Pepsi-Cola, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Gatorade, Tropicana, Lipton, Sting, Premier, Milkis, and Aquafina.