Enjoy these Christmas Holiday Packages at Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle in Manila!

Christmas is just around the corner. Do you have any plans for the coming holidays?

The holiday season certainly brings joy and happiness to everyone because it means getting a break from work, giving and receiving gifts from loved ones, eating a ton of delicious food, and spending time together with the people you love. Why not have a memorable stay in a hotel and enjoy a sumptuous buffet with the whole family or with your closest friends? Spending quality time this season at the heart of Manila City need not rack up a huge bill or need to travel far. Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle in Manila offers an array of holiday promos and packages that will surely a be a great deal for everyone!

Making Amazing Chocolate Truffles

There are many wonderful sweet treats in the world. Many of these treats involve chocolate in one form or another. Everything from brownies and cake to candy bars and ice cream. Each one of these delectable desserts has their own level of difficulty to prepare. Some take hours and many ingredients to prepare while others take only a few minutes and two or three ingredients. Either way, the result is worth whatever time and effort that went into the process. One popular dessert is chocolate truffles. This is an incredibly delicious and easy dessert to create. There are a few nuances to perfecting the dish and there are many different recipe variants, but they all come down to a variation of the same thing. Many people believe that truffles are difficult to make, difficult to perfect; however, this could not be farther from the truth. Here, you will learn all about chocolate truffles, how to prepare them, different variations, and a bit about their history.

LAMPHUN, THAILAND: Sightseeing and Northern Thai Home-Cooking Experience at a Farmhouse

Lamphun is a province in Northern Thailand and is located just 19 kilometers south of Chiang Mai. It is host to one of northern Thailand's most important temples, Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, which was built in the 11th or 12th century and is also considered as "the oldest temple in the province." Lamphun lies along the Ping River Valley and it is surrounded by lush farmlands, rice fields, and orchard of popular fruit, Longan. In fact their celebrate a Longan Festival in August every year.

The NEW Max’s Spicy Chicken. Do you Want it Spicy or Extra Spicy?

Max's Restaurant spiced up their classic "sarap to the bones" fried chicken!

We’ve tried the new Max's Restaurant spicy chicken and we soooo loved it!!! ❤️ Want it spicy or extra spicy? Take your pick! I rate it with 10 out of 10 sili!!!

5 Awesome Reasons Why You Should Experience "Dinner in the Sky Philippines" at Solaire Resort

The first time I saw photos of this unique dining experience going viral on social media, I really got curious about it and made me want to experience how is it dine while hoisted up in a crane? And when I learned that they are bringing Dinner in the Sky to the Philippines, I really got excited and promised myself to save up for it - just for the experience. I will not mind how much it cost, what I am after is for me to experience it and feel how to dine up in the air while enjoying a bird's eye view of the city. I told myself, whatever it takes, I should experience it!

Top 5 American Food Specialties

America is the melting point of dishes. From regional specialties, to borrowed dishes that predates back to the colonization period, America has some of the craziest, sweetest to nostalgia-inducing meals.

In this article, we've ranked the top five American food and specialties. This rank has included a variety of ethnic dishes native to the American, fast foods, and a concoction of borrowed culture. Chances are that you probably are in love with some of these lip-smacking delicacies.

BINONDO FOOD GUIDE: Awesome Binondo Food Crawl by iDiscover Manila and Tralulu Travels

iDiscover is a neighborhood guide in the form of a savvy offline app and locally designed maps that let you discover the true spirit of historic neighborhoods in Asia. They work with locals who show their favorite places and tell their stories. Thus, offering uncommon and unique experiences that you will rarely find in most tour packages.

THINGS TO DO IN TAIWAN: Eat, Shop, and Wander at the Best Night Markets in Taipei

Forget about bars and night clubs. The night markets are the best places to visit at night when in Taiwan!

Food trip and shopping are two of the best ways to enjoy a visit to Taiwan. And that's what we did every single night when we were there. During our 5-day Taipei Taiwan adventure, we were able to have a taste of the different flavors and cuisines it offers. We also enjoyed our time shopping and strolling in Taipei’s many night markets. It's certainly a great way to experience the night life with the locals as well as the visiting tourists.

TOP PICKS: 14 Must-Try Street-food in Taiwan

Among the many appealing facets of Taiwan – from the beauty laden set of lush nature to the historic monuments, bustling cities and thriving art scene – the country’s mouthwatering street food culture remains as one of the biggest draw in enticing travelers to this tiny nation. Who wouldn’t be tempted in exploring various night food markets located all over Taiwan? Walking over narrow streets lined up with food stalls emitting savory scents becomes an adventure in itself. To help you plot your Taiwan street food exploration, here are some must-try dishes you can start off with.

5 Reasons Why You Should Experience Tralulu's Binondo Food Crawl

Known as the "World's Oldest Chinatown," Binondo in Manila is best experienced with an awesome gastronomic adventure. Few weeks ago, we were invited by Tralulu to experience their Binondo Food Crawl experience. It was one memorable afternoon where we had so much fun, got to taste lot Chinese food, and get to know Binondo even more.

American Comfort Food at Toscana Dining’s All-American Buffet at Midori Clark Hotel

Your taste buds are calling for some down home American cooking at Toscana Dining’s weekend buffet for the whole month of July. Homemade pizzas, fresh pasta, sizzling stir fry, bountiful deli station, tacos station and live barbeque - all made right before your eyes. Mouth-watering Angus Beef as an addition to the carving station is hard to resist! It’s a feast with different selections of Asian delights highlighting comforting All-American favorites. Bring your family and friends for a tummy-filled weekend.

TOP PICKS: Must-Try Sinigang in the Philippines

It's rainy season again. And what is the best thing to do during rainy season? Well... to eat!!! Hahaha! Yes, eating is also more fun during rainy season. And there's no better way to enjoy this season but to have some hot bowl of Sinigang.

5 Awesome Reasons Why You Should Dine at Barbara's Heritage Restaurant in Intramuros Manila

Whenever friends would ask me where is the best place to go in Manila for tourists and visitors, I would always suggest the "Walled City of Intramuros." The complex is full of history and old-world-charm that will surely be a delight for everyone. There are many interesting places to visit inside Intramuros; such as the San Agustin Church which UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fort Santiago which is a 16th century military defense fortress, Manila Cathedral which serves both as the Prime Basilica of the Philippines and the highest seat of the Archbishop in the country, several museums, old buildings, and a lot more.

TOP PICKS: 11 Must-try Ice Cream Flavors in the Philippines

Whether it's summer or not, an ice cream is one of my favorite desserts. While traveling around the Philippines, I've tried different kinds of local ice cream flavors - most of them are infused with local products that the city or province they came from is famous for. With this, let me share to you my "11 Favorite Ice Cream in the Philippines" - that are definitely must-try!

WHERE TO EAT IN DAVAO CITY: Bistro ni Tuding

Bahay ni Tuding Inn and Resto is also home to one of the best restaurants in the city that serves delicious yogurts as well as well-curated specialty dishes. During our stay at Bahay ni Tuding Inn, we got to try some of the best-selling dishes at their in-house restaurant called Bistro ni Tuding. Here are some of the dishes we got to try and I highly-recommend them for you to try when visiting Davao City.

RESTAURANTS IN TAGAYTAY: Cafe Veranda at Taal Vista Hotel, Tagaytay City

Taal Vista Hotel Tagaytay is one of the most-regarded hotels in Tagaytay City. Its proximity from Metro Manila and its wide array of attractions and restaurants makes it a favorite weekend destination among travelers and tourists seeking for a quick weekend getaway away from the Metro. I've stayed at Taal Vista Hotel for three times already and it's definitely one of my favorite hotels in Tagaytay.

Delightful Dining Experience at Beach Café at Le Soleil de Boracay Hotel and Resort

Beach Café is Le Soleil de Boracay's all-day dining restaurant. Located at the resort's ground floor and fronting the beach, it offers a wide array International, Asian and Filipino food favorites. Every booking comes with a complimentary buffet breakfast at the Beach Café. The buffet breakfast is composed several well-selected and flavorful local and international dishes. There are different meat, fish, chicken and vegetables dishes to choose from. There's also a variety of pastries and fresh fruits for desserts. We were really full when we left the restaurant. It's such a great way to start up our day.

Tasting OMI BEEF, "One of Japan's Famous Wagyu Beef"

The Kansai Region in Japan is well-known for its cuisine. Shiga in particular (a prefecture in Japan) which forms part of the Kansai region in the western part of Honshu island is famous for its mouthwatering Omi Beef. It is one of Japan's beef products that have become famous brands themselves.

WHERE TO EAT: 5 Must-try Restaurants in Romblon Island

Eat to your heart’s content and worry about your diet after. During the 4 days we spent in Romblon, we've tried almost all the restaurants in town. Surprisingly, there are many restaurants in Romblon town proper that serve delicious and affordable local and international dishes such as Italian, American, Japanese and Korean dishes.

SCARSDALE DOUGHNUTS, "Is it really worth it?"

Scarsdale Artisanal Delights is an up-and-coming local doughnut brand that opened its first branch at SM City San Lazaro Manila. It's been getting several good reviews from foodies and their Best Chocolate Donut in Town was hailed as the "Number 1 Chocolate Donut in Manila" by spot.ph.