Last May 12, the popular Japanese snack brand Calbee announced that it would temporarily revise its bright-colored packaging to a somber black-and-white aesthetic. The decision was a response to volatile geopolitical risks affecting the raw materials used for ink and packaging (i.e., crude oil). Crude oil is an essential ingredient in producing naphtha, a byproduct […]
One of the Philippines’ favorite dessert staples is making its way worldwide! In the Philippines, purple yam, more famously known as ube, is a beloved ingredient in many local delicacies such as the iconic halo-halo, cakes, ice cream, pastries, and the well-loved ube halaya (jam), which is often enjoyed on its own. Ube has become […]
The Office of the Prosecutor – Makati (OCP) rejected the cyber libel complaint against Filipino heritage advocate and Lokalpedia founder John Sherwin Felix, regarding his critique on the inaccuracies of a Filipino cuisine book published under the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) ‘Malikhaing Pinoy Program.’ In April 2025, DTI published the book ‘Kayumanggi: A […]
There’s truly SNOW MUCH TO LOVE this summer!
As more diners look for meals that strike a balance between indulgence and everyday wellness, Kenny Rogers Roasters answers with its newest offering: the Tropical Mango lineup. Building on the popularity of its Mango Habanero range, this new lineup takes a different direction by dialing down the heat and leaning towards a more balanced […]
Some flavors fade. Others become legends. To mark the highly anticipated return of one of its most requested limited-time offers, KFC is going all out—literally turning one of its stores, KFC Quezon Avenue, into gold, glazed in gold—to celebrate the comeback of its iconic Garlic Butter Fest. A bold tribute to a flavor that […]
The table is set for something special as a feast of firsts arrives at SM City Zamboanga. Known for its rich Chavacano heritage and a culture where meals are meant to be shared, the city’s love for good food takes center stage with a lineup of dining spots making their first-ever arrival in Zamboanga, bringing […]
PICKUP COFFEE celebrates four years of redefining everyday coffee experiences in the Philippines, now with more than 500 stores nationwide. This milestone signals the brand’s next phase of growth—celebrating the everyday routines it has built with customers across the country—and was commemorated with a well-attended event at Fifth Rockwell, bringing the brand back to where […]
Who doesn’t look forward to a MOA day? The sea breeze, endless shops, and of course, the food. But if you’re planning to visit soon, you need to do it with the SM Malls Online App in hand. Why? Because you can turn your casual lunch or milk tea cravings into actual prizes when you […]
