July 21, 2016 | Lifestyle.INQ

Annam Noodle Bar debuts in Manila

MANILA, Philippines – Fans of Vietnamese street food in the metro can now rejoice – a new Vietnamese street food restaurant, Annam Noodle Bar, is

Creating sanctuaries: developer prides itself for being a ‘true home builder’ for Filipinos

More than just being a developer, Empire East is, first and foremost, a home builder. While the difference may not be as apparent, there is

Pia asks: Where in PH should I take Ms. Universe 2016 bets?

Saying that there is a “huge possibility” that the Miss Universe 2016 pageant will be held in the Philippines, reigning Miss Universe Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach is now crowdsourcing for places where she would take the candidates once they set foot in the country.

Jimuel Pacquiao is the new face of BlueWater Day Spa’s Anti-Acne Skin Treatments

Jimuel Pacquiao , the eldest son of boxing legend Sen. Manny Pacquiao and former vice governor of Sarangani Jinkee Pacquiao, steps out from the shadows of his celebrity parents and into his own light. As the new ambassador of BlueWater Day Spa, the premier lifestyle center for beauty and wellness, Jimuel aims to give a voice to the under-represented youth.

A gem of a find–resto serving ‘izakaya’ or Japanese tapas

It’s been too long since I’ve been able to recommend a restaurant so wholeheartedly, so it’s with great joy that I tell you about my latest find, a gem of a Japanese restaurant in the heart of Bonifacio Global City, a place I usually love to hate.

Anna Olson’s maple barbecue chicken wings

Guests invited to Anna Olson’s house in Welland, Ontario, can always look forward to having more than one dessert. After all, the Canadian celebrity chef, who stars in her own TV cooking shows (“Sugar,” “Kitchen Equipped,” “Bake with Anna Olson,” and “Fresh with Anna Olson”) started her career as a pastry chef.

Barrio Fiesta revisited–in Sta. Rosa

We thought we’d give credit to restaurants that have survived very stiff competition, remained popular and continued to serve quality food and efficient service.

Eating Chinese at the Shang and Conrad

The irony was probably lost to those around the table at Shang Palace in Makati Shangri-La.

Why I love good old American fare

Of all cuisines the one I love most is American fare. The portions are large, and many of the selections are comfort food to me. And in most chains, food is consistent in taste, the atmosphere is always jolly and the service staff have personalities in tune with the mood of the place.