Ish Meets World

Good news for diners like me who want a little bit of everything. YAKUMI at Solaire Resort and Casino now offers Teishoku sets and bento box meals from Monday to Saturday during their lunch service. TEISHOKU set meals are basically composed of a main dish, usually a protein like meat or fish, a bowl of soup, rice and an assortment of side dishes. In Yakumi, you can choose from the following set meals: Chicken Nanban Set (Php900), Oyakodon Set (Php 680), Katsu Curry Rice Set (Php780), Katsudon Set (780), Pork Cutlet Set (780), Chirashi Sushi Set (Php980), Japanese Beef Curry Set (Php880), Tendon Set (Php980) and Tempura Set (Php1,450). Each set comes with a Wafu salad, a bowl of rice, miso soup, iced tea and the dessert selection of the day. Frankly, I wish I could have a different Teishoku set for lunch every day of the week. We tried the Chirashi Sushi Set and the Tempura Set and I must say that each element was superb! The sashimi on the chirashi bowl was particularly fresh. There w...

I am the first person to admit that while I have been around (most of) the world, I have not explored the Philippines as much as I really should. What a shame, I know. This year, I decided to make it a point to make an effort to prove that #itsmorefuninthephilippines. As part of my quest, I accepted an invitation to join my friends Karla and Tina of “Karla Around the World” and “Hungry Travel Duo” on a weekend trip to EAGLE POINT RESORT in Anilao, Batangas. Eagle Point is one of the pioneers in the area. This dive resort sits on a long property that hugs the Anilao coast. The video above shows you most of what we did while we were there. View of the ocean from the main veranda of Eagle Point Resort Meanwhile, here’s a closer look at the experience: ACCOMODATIONS: Like, I said, the 6-hectare property is fairly big. We found ourselves on one end of the resort, where a block of hotel rooms called the “TERRACE HOTEL” is situated. This is the main “hotel” area, but the other end of the prop...

Crystal Jade Mid-Autumn Festival Set Menu The Mid-Autumn Festival is coming soon! Also popularly known as the Mooncake Festival, this Chinese tradition has been embraced all over the world regardless of location or ethnicity. Luckily, popular food empire Crystal Jade is offering a set menu for anyone who wishes to partake in the celebration. Here’s a quick look at the inclusions of their Mid-Autumn Festival set: Roasted Peking Duck The Roasted Peking Duck is without doubt, the star of the table. The luscious, crispy duck has skin that glistens as if covered in lacquer. It is carved table-side and served in the traditional way: wrapped in a thin pancake with hoisin sauce and fresh scallion threads. The fat has been rendered out beautifully from the duck. All that remains is a layer of flavorful meat and and a thin, crispy skin that is decadent and rich. Perfect for a celebration. Chilled Crab served in Teochew Style For some people, the crab will take precedence over the duck. Why not? ...

Flavors of Japan Get your tastebuds ready, because McDonald’s is bringing back some crowd favorites! This time around, the brand is bringing the taste of the cool autumn season in Japan to the Philippines. McDonald’s "Flavors of Japan" is now available with its autumn inspired lineup. The limited edition menu features the return of Twister Fries , Ebi Burger , Teriyaki Samurai Burger , and the debut of the new Fuji Apple McFreeze! Flavors of Japan, Autumn Edition Bite into McDonalds’ perfectly seasoned and crispy Twister Fries that are made only from top quality potatoes and savor the golden curls and spices of this glorious potato treat. Twister Fries Pair this with your personal pick between the Ebi Burger and the Teriyaki Samurai Burger. The  Ebi Burger is  a tempura-coated shrimp patty topped with sweet sauce and lettuce sandwiched between a black and white sesame seed bun. Meanwhile, the Teriyaki Samurai Burger has   a beef patty dipped in Teriyaki glaze then topped...