JSEC Challenge Roundup 2026 Part 3
TRAVERSE THE Far East with JSEC Challenge 2026’s Asian Cuisine food stalls! From the tantalizing crunch of familiar fried chicken flavors to warm bowls of phở, this year’s student entrepreneurs offer a mix of traditional and contemporary interpretations of classic Asian staples that are sure to satisfy you any time of the day. Crispify Inspired […]
March 26, 2026
JSEC Challenge Roundup 2026 Part 2
HOLA, FOODIES of Ateneo! In this part of the John Gokongwei Student Enterprise Center (JSEC) Challenge Roundup, Vantage Magazine indulges in the savory and protein-rich delights from the other side of the world. Whether classic birrias or innovative fusion bowls, these unique spins on beloved Western dishes might just be your next favorite meal along […]
March 25, 2026
JSEC Challenge Roundup 2026 Part 1
EVERY YEAR, the JGSOM Student Enterprise Center (JSEC) Challenge puts student-run food stalls to the test, with judges evaluating creativity and flavor under the pressure of the kitchen and the crowd. This year, eight competitors are vying for the top spot—each boasting unique menus from various cuisines. In this round of the JSEC Challenge Roundup, […]
March 25, 2026
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Coming-of-age is an opinion column where Ateneans share their thoughts on a specific topic that fits Vantage’s beats. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this is a space to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this piece, Vantage Magazine Staffer Bree explores the concept of a […]
February 11, 2026
JSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 5
WRAPPING THINGS up with a bang! The final article for this year’s JSEC Challenge Roundup delves into dishes anchored in Western cuisine. Whether drawn from rustic European hearths or bustling American diners, these stalls carry stories of heritage and adaptation. Here, we savor the essence of Western culinary craftsmanship, highlighting dishes that balance nostalgia with […]
April 2, 2025
JSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 4
IN OUR fourth installment of the JSEC Challenge Roundup, Vantage Magazine ventures into the unique and festive fusion of Western and Asian cuisines—from American and French to Filipino and Mexican. Check out our reviews below to see which ones are Vant-certified and worth the hype! SMOOSH: The SMOOSH (Php 150) SMOOSH brings the bold, smoky […]
April 2, 2025
JSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 3
CRAVING THE rich, vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia? You’re in luck! From reinventing familiar Filipino delicacies to putting different spins on Vietnamese meals, this year’s JSEC Challenge hosts a wide array of stalls offering tasty dishes from all over the region. Dive into these stalls’ unique menus with Vantage Magazine’s third installment of the JSEC […]
April 1, 2025
JSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 2
EAST ASIAN cuisine is never complete without its signature meat dishes, each boasting the bold flavors of Mongolia, the fiery zest of China, and the rich savoriness of Taiwan. In this listicle, we dive into the diverse range of dishes served at Mongolian-styled JSEC stalls Mongch and Khan, Chinese-inspired Shanghai Fast Food and Bao, and […]
April 1, 2025
JSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 1
THE ANNUAL John Gokongwei Student Enterprise Center (JSEC) Challenge is upon us! With 29 food stalls vying for the crown, figuring out which ones to try can be dizzying, but don’t fret! The comeback of Vantage Magazine’s JSEC Roundup has you covered. Want a passport to authentic East Asian food without stepping off campus? This […]
April 1, 2025