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  • Alt Scoops Launches Alt Pops, its Oat-Milk Low-Calorie Ice Cream in Popsicle-Form

    Alt Scoops, the oat-milk-powered, low-calorie ice cream brand just launched 3 decadent dairy-free ice cream bars. They’ve perfected their 3 bestselling flavors (Oat Milk, Strawberry, and Cappuccino Crunch), dipped them in rich dark chocolate, and put them on a stick for a medley of flavors you won’t want to miss. A generous yet guilt-free bar on a stick. 

    Enter—Alt Pops. These undeniably delicious, yet guilt-free indulgences will make a dairy-free believer out of any hardcore dairy ice cream fan. Popsicles that will literally leave you to pop ‘til you drop. 

    Alt Scoops’s creamy, just-the-right-amount-of-sweet oat milk ice cream is wrapped in a perfectly thick and crispy chocolate shell comprised of Auro’s 64% Dark Couverture Chocolate. Each bite starts with a crack of a generous coating of Auro, followed by an explosion of mind-blowing flavors brought forward by their 3 bestsellers: Oat Milk,  Strawberry, and Cappuccino Crunch.  

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    A generous yet guilt-free bar on a stick. The scrumptious contrast between the slightly lighter consistency of oat milk ice cream, in combination with the thick and rich coating of dark chocolate, envelopes your palate almost instantly.  

    Alt Pops presents itself as a grab-and-go snack that’s sweet but never too much with an incredibly simple ingredient list. A truly satisfying treat made for adults and kids alike. Bonus: these 3 flavors come in the cutest packaging. 

    About the Flavors 

    Oat Milk  

    A decadent yet simple combination of oat milk dipped in Auro’s award-winning couverture 64% dark chocolate for a perfectly thick and crisp outer shell. 

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    Strawberry 

    Just like our OG pints, our newest Alt Pops Strawberry is composed of freshly and locally sourced Cordillera strawberries. Each one is harvested by hand when perfectly ripe. Perfectly captured in each stick.  

    Cappuccino Crunch 

    Smooth flavors from Italian Arabica Espresso beans, but with a kick. Creamy but with a crunch of Auro’s award-winning couverture 64% dark chocolate and almonds.

  • Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Café Kitsuné’s First Manila Store

    Nine years after opening its first café in Tokyo, Café Kitsuné is now finally coming to the Philippines.

    Café Kitsuné Manila is expected to officially open in July 2022 at The Podium in Ortigas Center in Mandaluyong City. Further details will be made available at a later date. But expect Café Kitsuné’s Philippine location to have its beloved signature Paris-meets-Tokyo atmosphere and aesthetic. Café Kitsuné Manila, like all of its cafés around the world, is a modernist reinterpretation of the classic Parisian café and wine bar. 

    Created in 2013, Café Kitsuné has grown to a network of 20 cafés across the world including Tokyo, Paris, Seoul, New York City, Beijing, and Vancouver, achieving cult status amongst specialty coffee lovers around the world. In 2019, Café Kitsuné has also extended its activities to new business lines, adding roasteries, bars, and restaurants to its range.

    The ethos of Café Kitsuné echoes this. Modern and urban, with a unique savoir-faire. It offers a warm, sensory dining experience, whether for coffee, afternoon tea, night cocktails, or lunch and dinner among friends. It opened its first café in Tokyo in the Aoyama neighborhood and has since opened other locations in other highly-coveted metropolitan cities such as Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, New York, Shanghai, Jakarta, and Bangkok. Each location maintains its signature modern Parisian café and wine bar look and fee. Yet it also imbibes the local spirit of its iconic global locations. 

    Café Kitsuné has since become a cult favorite among the locals of its many locations and travelers, and creative coffee connoisseurs. Every Café Kitsuné location is chic and convivial. It welcomes visitors of all ages throughout the day, every day. 

    The highlight of any visit to Café Kitsuné is its high-quality coffee. Known for being full-bodied and flavorsome, Café Kitsuné cultivates its single-origin coffee beans in Brazil and Guatemala, and are roasted with the utmost care. This makes for a perfect cup of espresso, cappuccino, cold brew, or nitro—smooth and syrupy, with hints of cherry and chocolate. And each cup is prepared by a talented team of passionate baristas who understand the art of coffee making. 

    Menus in other locations are executed by local chefs who consider their location’s signature flavors without sacrificing the taste fans of Café Kitsuné look for. 

    Menu items Filipino guests can expect at Café Kitsuné Manila include many favorites, such as its signature burger, styled as a beef teriyaki tartare with bacon, fried egg, and comté; and the croque-monsieur with tuna, lemongrass, and ginger, and the café’s specialty bechamel sauce. Customers can expect a wealth of flavors with the café’s dessert menu, from mochi made with seasonal fruits to a carpaccio served with Sichuan pepper and Thai basilic syrup. Café Kitsuné’s cocktails are also a favorite among regulars, and its emphasis on an understated yet refreshing balance of flavors is expected to carry over in the Manila location. 

    Manila customers can also expect Café Kitsuné to carry its collection of accessories and tableware.

  • Rumba: The Newest Mediterranean Restaurant in Makati That Will Make Your Tastebuds Dance

    Located at The Shops at Ayala Triangle Gardens, The Bistro Group’s Rumba is now open to tickle your tastebuds. It is helmed by Chef Alfredo Rodriguez Sangrador who has been living in the Philippines for 8 years now and is the Head Chef of the Bistronomia group with restaurants like Las Flores, Rambla, Tomatito, and BCN by Las Flores.

    The flavors were inspired by countries that surround the Mediterranean Sea where guests can expect a taste of Spanish, Italian, Greek, and a bit of French. Upon entrance, you’ll notice the rich patchwork of textures ranging from white floral blooms to a compelling wood ceiling and furniture accents in colors that carry the characteristics of the Mediterranean landscape. Definitely a perfect date place or if you’re grabbing a bite with your colleagues.

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    Rumba focuses on a cooking method using a charcoal oven which infuses smoky flavors into the chef’s specialty dishes. The paella is cooked to perfection using a cast-iron casserole and is placed inside the Mibrasa charcoal oven using 100% charcoal imported from Spain. “We don’t call our charcoal rice, paella, because we don’t use a paellera,” Chef Alfredo explains. “90% of our dishes are cooked in the said oven including French-style free-range chicken, local squid (lumot), lamb chops, duck confit, octopus, shrimp, cheeses, and the mouth-watering cochinillo or suckling pig.

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    An open charcoal grill, meanwhile, sizzles with other fares such as salmon, tomahawk steak, and tenderloin. There is also a pasta section with choices such as vongole, carbonara, and lobster pasta, along with risottos in choices of seafood or foie.

    Chef Alfredo brings his culinary expertise to other Mediterranean favorites such as hummus, lamb, and chicken gyros. He also gives a nod to his Spanish heritage with out-of-the-ordinary takes on traditional food, with croquettas, scallop ceviche, tuna and scallop empanadilla, Spanish cod omelette, and gambas that are not the typical style. The open kitchen provides an inviting feel and connection between the guests and the chefs.

    Rumba is located at The Shops at Ayala Triangle Gardens. For reservation or inquiries, call +639158564264,

  • Here’s What To Expect at New World Makati Hotel’s Café 1228 Daily Buffet

    All-you-can-eat aficionados can look forward to indulgent weekdays as well as weekends as New World Makati Hotel’s Café 1228 restaurant, extends operations daily starting July 4, 2022. The venue’s buffet stations highlight best-selling dishes from off-the-grill meats and seafood, Asian and local selections, handmade pasta and pizza, decadent desserts, as well as a selection of bread, charcuterie, and cheeses.

    The carving station features tender and juicy prime rib or ribeye grilled to perfection with sides of either mashed potato or pumpkin, and roasted vegetables. Other options include porchetta or roasted turkey, beef striploin in herb oil, soy calamansi marinated pork spare ribs, lamb brochette, tanigue, and Hungarian sausage. Sauces paired with each are the black peppercorn, mushroom, and mint jelly.

    The freshest seafood comprising prawns, mussels, and crabs also worth the visit, with options to grill or steam and top with various flavorful sauces. These can likewise be enjoyed as a soup dish and with noodles, for that belly-warming treat. On special occasions, plump and juicy lobsters and oysters are also available.

    The Japanese section also features some well-known items such as salmon and tuna sashimi, shrimp, fish and vegetables and tempura, seaweed or nori salad, as well as the California maki roll, spicy tuna maki roll, inari sushi, and futomaki. Miso soup and pickled vegetables complete the selections at this station.

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    In the Western kitchen is a range of appetizers and salads to go nicely with any of the meat and seafood selections, such as cold pasta primavera, vegetable bruschetta, tuna ceviche, and salami antipasto. An array of mains include baked stuffed chicken in truffle mushroom sauce, beef bourguignon, seafood casserole, buttered vegetables, and potato and pumpkin gratin. 

    The Asian station highlights a mix of the best Asian and Filipino fare. From beef brisket to salted egg fish fillet, stir-fried kailan with garlic, lechon paksiw, and barramundi head in curry sauce, there are also steamed items such as steamed barramundi, spare ribs, and pork buns. 

    Decadent desserts conclude the hearty feast at Café 1228, which consist of mango cashew sans rival, ube roulade, walnut royale pie, fruit clusters, bread and butter pudding with vanilla sauce, and a crepe station with options of mango or banana paired with chocolate, mango, vanilla or strawberry sauce. Ice cream selections, halo-halo, and mais con yelo are also must-haves for a truly sweet ending.

    Café 1228 offers a Book and Buy promo for lunch from Mondays to Fridays at PHP1,288 net per person extended until July 29, 2022. Prepayment is required to confirm the reservation. To reserve, guests can fill out the online form: https://bit.ly/NWCafe1228BookandBuy.

    For inquiries on weekday dinner and weekend rates, guests can call +63288116888, e-mail reservations.manila@newworldhotels.com, or book a room package directly via the website https://manila.newworldhotels.com/en/. They can also send a mobile message on Viber or Whatsapp via +639178884194, or check out the hotel’s official Facebook and Instagram accounts for the latest promotions.

  • Smooshed!: A New MadEats Concept Serving Smash Burgers, Overloaded Sides, and More

    Almost a year later since MadEats launched its latest concept, the on-demand online restaurant group has yet again blessed us with another brand: Smooshed!

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    Their newest addition to their growing concepts offers smash burgers that are big on flavor and with no frills or extenders. They only have four kinds of burgers — Cheeseburger, Four Cheese Burger, Overloaded Cheeseburger, and BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger, all of which have double patty versions. You must check out the Four Cheese Burger which features a parmesan crisp that adds flavor and texture to the classic cheeseburger. Each patty is smashed on high-heat griddles which makes for a larger surface area for browning, giving off more flavor. Other than the iconic sandwiches, they have a mean Burger Steak Rice Bowl that’s worth checking out.

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    Smooshed! Burger MadEats

    Just like your other favorite burger joints, Smooshed! serves classic sides like onion rings and fries that just like their burgers, are customizable by adding more elements to it. Top it off with some chili con carne, their special sauce, cheese sauce, ranch, cheese, or bbq powder. To complete your meal, choose from a selection of Smooshies or milkshakes with flavors ranging from vanilla to ube cheese.

    Smooshed! is available on madeats.co for a seamless online ordering experience and can be ordered together with anything and everything else MadEats. They’re open for orders daily from 10:00 AM-8:00 PM.

  • This Decadent Dairy-Free Ice Cream Bar Makes Its Debut at Auro’s World Chocolate Fair

    A little over a year since its launch and a few limited edition flavors later, Bubu Bars is back with yet another decadent dessert. To celebrate World Chocolate Day, they have introduced their newest flavor that took them seven months of R&D — Dark Chocolate Cacao Crunch (P220).

    This deep, dark, and decadent bar is priced at P220 just like its older siblings. It is a rich dark chocolate vegan ice cream, covered in a thin shell of Auro 64% single origin dark chocolate topped with crunchy cacao nibs and a sprinkling of Maldon Sea Salt.

    Just like its older siblings, it is priced at P220 per bar. It will be available at the Auro Chocolate’s World Chocolate Fair from July 6 to 10, 2022, and online afterward.

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    Auro Chocolate’s World Chocolate Fair is back for the third time for a five-day event. Sample limited-edition desserts crafted with Auro Chocolate at the Main Atrium of S Maison, Conrad Manila from July 6 to 10, 2022.

  • 8 New Restaurants in Makati You Need To Check Out Now

    If you’re always on the lookout for new restaurants in Makati, you came to the right place.

    It’s no secret that the pandemic has been tough on the F&B industry but everything has been slowly opening up since late last year, including new businesses. We’ve seen some of our favorites closing down, but new restaurants have opened their doors that are worth the visit, especially in Makati. Whether you’re looking to check out the bustling streets of Poblacion or the much quieter area of the central business district, here are new restaurants in Makati that you need to check out now.

    Assembly Hall

    This newly opened café is on the second floor of HMA 773 building along JP Rizal Avenue. It is a bright space with emerald-colored furnishing where you can hang with friends or work while sipping on a cup of joe. Order the classics like the Americano, and Flat White, or go for more unique finds like the Campfire Latte. They serve coffee for now but will soon be serving cocktails as well.

    Deuces

    Another newly opened café in Makati, this one is not too hard to miss as it’s screaming in pink. It’s a dreamy café that will almost remind you of Seoul’s café culture, which is huge by the way! They serve a variety of drinks like Cereal Milk Latte, Cafe Fredo, and Pink Horchata, all while serving Filipino and Japanese food favorites.

    Dear Adam / Sweet Lucy

    If you see yourself staying in Poblacion from day to night, Dear Adam / Sweet Lucy is your best bet. A café by day and craft cocktail lounge by night, it is an all-in-one destination where you can enjoy salads, sandwiches, pasta, pastries, coffee, and cocktails all under one roof.

    Ember by Josh Boutwood

    Chef Josh Boutwood does it again with this elegant yet casual restaurant in Greenbelt 3. Its menu does not focus on just one cuisine but focuses on inspiration from multiple cultures. “The meals will be prepared using a variety of cooking methods from convection, ovens, stove tops hearth, and a smoker to infuse a smoked essence in the dishes,” according to Chef Josh Boutwood’s website.

    Japonesa

    Going back to Poblacion is this new hip spot that serves Japanese and Peruvian flavors. Enjoy dishes like the Anticuchos De Lomo featuring a US tenderloin beef, La Japonesa which is crispy rice, spicy tuna with green chili, or the Maguro Gremolata which is a seared tuna belly dish with salsa and gremolata. Sip on some of their signature cocktails while you’re at it!

    Kong Noodles

    Owned by the same people behind the popular pizza restaurant Crosta Pizzeria, Kong is the newest restaurant in Salcedo Village serving not-so-traditional Asian noodles. You’ll see Thai, Malaysian, Balinese, Javanese, and Vietnamese-style food just to name a few when you get a glimpse of their menu. Some must-tries are the #5 which is a stir-fried rolled rice noodles, egg, soy & kaffir lime, and the #6 which is a stir-fried noodles, soy, egg, and dragon oil which is a chili oil that’s exclusively made in-house. 

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    Lunes Everyday Dining

    Who doesn’t love Filipino food? This new restaurant in Poblacion serves a fresh take on comforting Filipino classics and regional ingredients. They open as early as 8am so you can expect breakfast bowls, breads and pastries, and of course, coffee. In the evening, they have more filling meals like the Grilled Hamachi Collar, Pork Porchetta ala Binagoongan, and the Lamb Kaldereta.

    Onlypans

    What started as a delivery-only food brand, Onlypans has finally opened a physical restaurant with people lining up for their birria tacos. Their Quesa Birria Tacos are soft-shell tacos with overflowing shredded USDA beef topped with cilantro and onion and served with a side of consommé. Other must-try tacos are crispy pork, pulled pork, and fish.

  • LOOK: Suntory’s SUI Gin is finally in the Philippines!

    SUI Gin is made in Japan with a combination of botanicals that are distinctly Japanese: yuzu, green tea, and ginger. Combined with traditional gin botanicals – juniper berry, coriander seed, angelica root, cardamom, cinnamon, bitter orange peel, and lemon peel – the result is a gin that is clear, refreshing, and pairs well with any and all dishes.

    It takes its name SUI 翆 after the Kingfisher. On the bottle, the bold Kanji character is inked by master calligrapher Tansetsu Ogino. Kanji 翡翠, which means Jade, is a nod to its tall hexagonal shape reflecting clear and beautiful blue-green accents that speak of Suntory’s hope that SUI will spread its wings and soar high in the gin market. 

    Yuzu is commonly used to accentuate flavor in Japanese dishes. It lends a refreshing citrus aroma and taste that opens up the palate. Green tea offers gentle umami notes for a rich body that harmonizes with meals. Finally, Ginger offers a mild spicy flavor with a clean aftertaste, leading to an invigorating finish. 

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    The perfect SUI Gin serve

    To savor the refreshing taste of SUI Gin, the perfect combination and ratio are important. Imagine getting together with friends for a celebration at your favorite restaurant? All you need is a bottle of SUI Gin with the perfect mixture. 

    SUI Gin & Soda: This is the classic recommended way to serve SUI Gin. It is a simple mix of soda water to let SUI’s delicate flavor shine through. 

    SUI Sonic: For depth and complexity, add a splash of tonic water.

    Mix it up!: You can make your own concoction for a more customized experience: add a squeeze of lemon, a tablespoon of Yuzu juice, raw grated ginger, or green tea. For more unique flavors, get trendy by adding crushed plum, wasabi, shiso leaves, or frozen oranges. Experience the flavors of SUI Gin that complement every meal occasion. 

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    SUI Gin is now available in S&R stores nationwide and coming soon at your nearest supermarkets and liquor stores, as well as GrabMart, Lazada, Boozy, and Boozeshop.

  • Kong Noodles: A New Asian Restaurant in Makati Serving The Tastiest and Freshest Noodles

    Looking for new eats around the metro? Kong Noodles will make sure every visit will leave you wanting more — at least that’s how we felt when we visited.

    Owned by the same people behind the popular pizza restaurant Crosta Pizzeria, Kong is the newest restaurant in Salcedo Village serving not-so-traditional Asian noodles. Upon entrance, you will be welcomed to a chill and chic atmosphere, and an open kitchen where you can see the noodle masters do their magic.

    You’ll see Thai, Malaysian, Balinese, Javanese, and Vietnamese-style food just to name a few when you get a glimpse of their menu. But these dishes are only numbered and do not come with their traditional names. Owner Ingga Cabangon Chua and Chef Gerard D’Ombrille explain that these dishes are those you’ve known growing up, but at the same time aren’t.

    What to order at Kong Noodles?

    Whether you like flat, round, or thin noodles, there’s something at Kong Noodles that would whet your appetite. It can be a bit overwhelming to see numbers and its description only. Some must-tries are the #5 which is a stir-fried rolled rice noodles, egg, soy & kaffir lime, and the #6 which is a stir-fried noodles, soy, egg, and dragon oil which is a chili oil that’s exclusively made in-house. Both noodle dishes can be paired with your choice of protein — chicken, pork, beef, or prawn, priced from P350 to P500 only.

    Apart from the fried noodles, they also have starters like the #1 which is a deep-fried sake soy chicken wings served with nuoc man, and the #3 which is a Szechuan salt and pepper tempura tofu served with nuoc man. They also have noodle soups and rice bowls that are not to be missed.

    Kong Noodles is located at 104 HV Dela Costa corner Leviste Street, Makati City. They’re open from Monday to Sunday from 11am to 9pm. Like them on Facebook and follow them on Instagram for exclusive updates and offers.

  • GUIDE: 10 Steak Places in Metro Manila to Visit with Your Meatlover Dads

    Father’s Day is all about treating Dad to an unforgettable meal. And if your dad is one whose ready to bring out a fork and knife for a hot-off-the-grill steak, this list is for you. Whether you prefer a fork-tender rib eye or a flavorful porterhouse, we all know that what makes a perfect steak is if it’s juicy, beefy, and has a beautiful crust. Below, we list down steak places around the metro that are perfect for this weekend. Make sure to call and reserve a table before everything gets busy!

    Cru Steakhouse

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    Hai Chix & Steaks

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    House of Wagyu

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    Mamou

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    Melo’s

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    Ruby Jack’s Steakhouse & Bar

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    Ruths Chris

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    Texas Roadhouse

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    Wolfgang’s Steakhouse

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    22 Prime

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