Rich Chinese Heritage Cuisine for the Lunar New Year

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 03/16/2018

THE ELEGANT Cantonese cuisine of Chinese-Malaysian Chef Boon Bun Hoe of Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa’s Tea of Spring reflects a rich Chinese heritage. For the last 11 years, Chef Boon has been captivating discerning palates with…

An artisan basic bread class at ICAAC

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 03/09/2018

Baking bread the artisanal way or old-fashioned method by hand gives more flavor and texture. BREAD is one of the oldest prepared foods and is usually made from dough of wheat-flour and water that is cultured with…

The many lives of Chef Andrea

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 03/02/2018

CHAPTER IV: Citta e Stile Torino (City And Style)’ THE SERIES of dining experiences at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa’s Acqua highlighting the nuances of Italian lifestyles and cuisine through the eyes of Italian Chef de Cuisine…

Waterfront Airport Hotel’s Festive February at Uno

02/16/2018

FOOD offerings can dramatically enhance guests’ approval in the hotel industry. And with consumer dining demands and trends, hotels need a food and beverage department that must be able to serve good food complemented by service of…

Golden Prince Hotel’s Le’Mon

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 02/10/2018

THERE is always a fascinating love story behind successful businesses. Golden Prince Hotel’s VP, 29-year-old Aaron Que, proudly introduced his grandmother, Alicia Yap Que as the “Honorary Hotel CEO” who still “runs” the place with her firm…

The many lives of Chef Andrea

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 02/02/2018

ITALIAN Chef de Cuisine Andrea Burzio of Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa is warming up Acqua with his family-style favorites in the Italian tradition. He believes cooking is an art instrumental in creating meaningful relationships and communities.…

Cebuano heritage cuisine at Cocina dela Casa

01/26/2018

OLD prominent families in Cebu like the Aznars have heritage dishes and the recipes are kept within the family. It has been over a year now since cosmopolitan Chef/Sommelier Stephen Aznar decided to share his culinary talent…

Vignettes of Filipino traditions at Casa de Cacao

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 01/19/2018

  OUR country is a land rich in customs and traditions. The deepest and lasting ones are mostly influenced by Spain.   Being the only predominantly Roman Catholic nation in Asia, we are steeped in deeply religious…

An adieu at Radisson Blu’s Sushisake

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 01/12/2018

THE DYNAMISM of the hotel industry is always fascinating as the top management personalities constantly move on. An invitation that simply said “Adieu” for an intimate lunch at Radisson Blu Cebu Hotel’s Sushisake with savvy French-American General…

A birthday celebration at Radisson Blu’s Feria

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 01/05/2018

RADISSON Blu Cebu’s premier dining restaurant Feria remains to be the most festive with the widest buffet selection in the city. The huge area with a contemporary design has become a food destination with its long stretch…

A Chef’s Table Noche Buena

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 12/22/2017

CHRISTMAS in the Philippines is considered as the world’s longest and biggest celebration ever. Not surprising since the Philippines remains to be the bastion of Christianity in Asia, with 86 percent of the population Roman Catholics. The…

Wicked bites for Christmas by Ricca Arambulo

Aissa A. Dela Cruz 12/15/2017

PASTRY Chef Francesca “Ricca” Alvarez Arambulo must have inherited the culinary genes of her grandmothers, Rosita V. Arambulo and Merceditas B. Alvarez. With a highly individual and independent attitude, 34-year-old Ricca discovered her talent for baking early…

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