Tastin’ France Manila 2025 I Photo by Star Sabroso

Tastin’ France Manila 2025: A Celebration of French Wines and Spirits 

April 10, 2025
This year, 15 exhibitors showcased their products from Loire Valley, Bourgogne, Rhône Valley, Provence, Languedoc, Cognac, and Bordeaux regions. The event offered 223 products for tasting—198 still wines and 20 spirits, rounded out by a variety of sparkling options. With both returning and first-time exhibitors present, it was a fresh take on familiarity.
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Ippudo Ramen Bar Opens in BGC With More Than Just Ramen

April 7, 2025
Photo by Star Sabroso New look, a bigger kitchen, and a menu that’s beyond ramen. The Ippudo branch at Uptown Mall in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig has been reworked into something new. Now sporting a sleek, modern interior, the ramen menu remains central. You’ll still find favorites like tonkotsu ramen or tantanmen, but there are two new bowls you can
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Uma Nota I Photo by Tatum Ancheta

Manila’s Best Boozy Brunches: Eat, Sip, and Unwind

March 18, 2025
Everyone has their own take on what brunch is, and while Manila may not have the same weekend brunch scene as Hong Kong, where it’s all about indulgence and tons of boozy brunch set menus, if you’re craving breakfast staples paired with a drink or some bubbly, we’ve got plenty of great spots for you. Looking for a quiet café
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Drink Events and Bartender Guest Shifts in Asia this March 2025

March 2, 2025
March brings top-tier drink events across Asia. Guest shifts, special menus, and exclusive competitions. Many of these events are one-night-only, making them an unmissable opportunity to taste some of the best drinks Asia’s bar scene has to offer. Here’s a lineup of events to add to your calendar.
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Manhattan Bar I Photo courtesy of Manhattan Bar

Drink Events and Guest Bartender Shifts in Singapore This March 2025

February 25, 2025
It’s a busy month for Singapore’s bar scene in March. With Bar Convent Singapore approaching, the city’s bars are gearing up for exciting takeovers throughout the city. Top mixologists from award-winning bars—many of which are on the World’s Best Bars list—hailing from around the region will be mixing behind the stick. Gather your friends and explore how to make your
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The Grasshopper Bar I Photo by Star Sabroso

Valentine’s Day: Romantic Date Night Ideas in Manila

February 9, 2025
The Grasshopper Bar I Photo by Star Sabroso Manila is all geared up for the love month, offering a variety of drinking and dining experiences to excite your palate as well as your other senses—from exclusive degustation menus to expertly crafted cocktails and fun activities for couples. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with a partner, solo, with friends, or as
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