Food

From the bistros of Katipunan to the hole-in-the-wall joints along Maginhawa, there’s something for every foodie on this side of the culinary scene.

A hot girl’s guide to budget-friendly skincare breakfast

EAT YOUR skincare! The latest trend in beauty and wellness takes self-care to a whole new level with the skincare breakfast. Popularized by content creators on TikTok like Alice Sun or Cook With Candy, the skincare breakfast promises to incorporate the benefits of your skincare routine into your morning meal plan. From collagen-packed bone broth […]

By Chanel Ang and Bea Quinto

November 16, 2023

By Chanel Ang and Bea Quinto • November 16, 2023

Kraving Cloud 9: Kraver’s Canteen

WITH THE food & beverage (F&B) industry easing safety restrictions post-pandemic, more customers now opt to dine in and experience an ambience where food transforms into a delightful celebration of culture and flavors shared with loved ones. Online deliveries are now a thing of the past, only becoming an option for its accessibility and convenience. […]

By Kirsten K. Lim

October 7, 2023

By Kirsten K. Lim • October 7, 2023

Tiny kitchens, big advocacies

FOOD IS both personal and political—it sustains people and provides livelihoods, but at the same time, the overproduction of food can destroy our lands and limit our resources.  When one thinks of consumption and production, they usually imagine large food suppliers or well-known restaurant chains. However, over the years, it seems that a new business […]

By Kris M. Fetiza, Leila Simon and Chanel Ang

October 27, 2022

By Kris M. Fetiza, Leila Simon and Chanel Ang • October 27, 2022

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Traditions with a twist: MadEats Co.

MADEATS CO. is their name and innovation is their game. This restaurant group has proven to be at the forefront of the digital food and beverage (F&B) industry by being one of the first known cloud kitchens in the Philippines. Moreover, MadEats Co. has also joined the modernization of local cuisine by reinventing traditional Filipino […]

By Therese Garcia

March 5, 2022

By Therese Garcia • March 5, 2022

“Hindi pwede maging sakim”: The miracles that keep a community fed

Miracles are real, and they happen everyday in the most ordinary homes in the Philippines. The story of Imelda Tubino, a single mother of three and a former masseuse at a home spa in Parañaque City, illuminates this well. When she was still working, she used to cook all her sons’ favorite dishes for them. […]

By Patricia Villoria

July 10, 2021

By Patricia Villoria • July 10, 2021

Bright, smooth, and bold: Baker on East

With striking primary shades as its brand colors, Baker on East’s Instagram posts pull you in when they pass by your feed. More often than not, their mouth-watering product shots and advertisements featuring intriguing donut flavors will have you fighting for a slot during their weekly drops to see what the hype is all about. […]

By Therese Garcia

April 15, 2021

By Therese Garcia • April 15, 2021

The search for disappearing dishes

It’s ironic how food—something so universally revered—can still be taken for granted. Often, it’s the simple pleasures of life that we miss the most when they’re finally gone. And yes, food, like most things, has a lifespan. Sometimes a relative may fail to pass down a treasured recipe, or a favorite restaurant may unfortunately decide […]

By Arnald Paguio, Danielle H. Ramos and Patricia Villoria

March 29, 2021

By Arnald Paguio, Danielle H. Ramos and Patricia Villoria • March 29, 2021

Distant food memories

Coming-of-age is a Vantage column where staffers share their opinions on a specific beat. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this monthly column is an avenue to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this column, Vantage Magazine Staffer Pat reflects on her aunt’s stories of Pampanga, […]

By Patricia Villoria

March 18, 2021

By Patricia Villoria • March 18, 2021

What Filipino holiday dish are you?

There’s a saying that goes “you are what you eat.” This holiday season, we get to feast on well-known Filipino dishes like lechon, puto bumbong, queso de bola, and tsokolate. This quiz will help you determine what dish you are based on your plans this Christmas season! We hope that this quiz satisfied your craving! […]

By Dani Capinding

December 29, 2020

By Dani Capinding • December 29, 2020