Seafood 8 by Olio's Opens at Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City

Australia-based Pinoy chef Oliver "Oli" Buenviaje marks his first PH restaurant venture in the City of Firsts

A new seafood destination has arrived in Araneta City with the opening on August 8 of Seafood 8 by Olio's, an innovative bistro-style restaurant that reimagines the beloved Filipino dampa experience for a new generation of diners.

Located on the ground floor of Gateway Mall 2, Seafood 8 by Olio’s introduces a fresh take on premium seafood dining and contemporary culinary craftsmanship. 

Erwan Heussaff-Approved Sharkninja Home And Kitchen Appliance Now Up For Grabs At 30% Off This 8.8

There’s no stopping the SharkNinja fever in the Philippines. Following the social chatter around its product lineup gained through viral contents from renowned foodie and lifestyle social media personalities and celebrities, global leader in household appliance, SharkNinja, is making its most popular and best-selling products within easier reach for Filipinos this 8.8, with limited-time discounts, exciting freebies, and platform-exclusive bundles available across its website, Shopee, and Lazada stores.

Taco Bell brings its signature flavors to SM Fairview

North Quezon City diners now have a new destination to satisfy their cravings as Taco Bell officially opens its newest branch at SM Fairview, bringing its well-loved Mexican-inspired menu closer to one of the metro's busiest lifestyle hubs. The newly opened branch aims to make Taco Bell's signature flavors and fan-favorite offerings more accessible to consumers seeking a flavorful meal, quick snack, or casual dining experience. 

The SM Fairview branch, located at the Upper Ground Level, Centralwalk, features Taco Bell's full lineup of favorites, including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, signature sides, and refreshing beverages. The opening reflects the brand's continued efforts to reach new consumers while strengthening its presence among loyal fans.  

Why Jollibee’s Pistachio Kunafa Sundae Matters to Investors

Jollibee Pistachio Kunafa Sundae

Photo caption: Jollibee’s Pistachio Kunafa Sundae, first developed for the UAE and now also available in Saudi Arabia, the UK, Italy and other international markets, demonstrates how the brand translates local food trends into accessible QSR products that can travel across markets.

Jollibee’s Pistachio Kunafa Sundae started as a local response to a fast-growing food trend in the UAE. It has since become a useful example of how localized product innovation can help Jollibee build relevance across its broader international business, which spans 16 countries.

The product was developed to make the Dubai Chocolate and pistachio kunafa trend — widely described as one of the most viral dessert trends of the decade — more accessible through a familiar Jollibee platform. By translating a premium, culturally relevant flavor into an everyday QSR dessert, Jollibee showed its ability to spot a major consumer trend early, move quickly, and turn it into a product that could drive trial, strengthen menu excitement and bring new energy to the sundae category.

Jollibee Group Earns Three INQ ESG Edge Impact Awards for Sustainable Manufacturing

The initiatives of the Group’s Manufacturing and Logistics team received two Gold awards: one in the Waste Management and Responsible Consumption, Production and Manufacturing category, and one in the Energy Efficiency category. Both initiatives will advance to the regional competition this November. In photo (left to right), Inquirer Chief Operating Officer, Atty. Rudyard Arbolado, Inquirer President & Chief Executive Officer, Paolo Prieto, Jollibee Group Manufacturing & Logistics Engineering Services Senior Manager, Yeoj Jumaquio, Jollibee Group Manufacturing & Logistics Engineering Assistant Manager, Richard Monteclaro, Jollibee Group Manufacturing & Logistics Engineering Services Director, Ronald Samson, Jollibee Group Manufacturing & Logistics Engineering Services Head, Julius Leyba, Jollibee Group Global Corporate Communications Manager, Maureen Belmonte, and Inquirer Associate Publisher Juliet Javellana.

Jollibee Group earned three recognitions at the 2026 Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards for sustainability initiatives led by its Manufacturing and Logistics team, proof that behind-the-scenes improvements can deliver real environmental impact while sharpening operational efficiency.

From Hometown Kitchens to City Tables

Regional Filipino flavors find a home across the metro.

The Philippines has always been best explored through its food. The tang of a comforting broth can call Iloilo to mind, coconut and lemongrass can recall the flavors of Capiz, and a richly seasoned dish can lead the imagination to Pampanga. 

Across the metro, these restaurants make it possible to travel through the country one table at a time: 

Abé

At Abé, Kapampangan cooking comes through in generous, deeply familiar flavors. Biringhe brings sticky turmeric rice cooked in coconut milk, while Sinuteng Baby Squid and Abé’s Farm Sisig add smoky, savory character to the table. For dessert, Sikreto ni Maria Clara layers suman with macapuno, ripe mangoes, and vanilla ice cream. Upper Ground Floor, The Shoppes at Park McKinley West. 

Farmers Teaching Farmers: Jollibee Group Foundation's Agri-Tech Program Wins National CSR Award

Jollibee Group Foundation Program Manager Jan Paolo Vicente and Senior Program Officer Rebeka Paller received the Outstanding CSR Project in Enterprise Development award for the Agri-Tech Facilitators Program at the 2026 League of Corporate Foundations CSR Guild Awards.

Agricultural innovations create the greatest impact when they are embraced and shared by farmers themselves.

This farmer-led approach earned the Jollibee Group Foundation (JGF), the Outstanding CSR Project in Enterprise Development award at the 2026 League of Corporate Foundations CSR Guild Awards for its Agri-Tech Facilitators (ATF) Program.

Mang Inasal delights Buddy Fiesta customers with specially designed reusable cups

Apart from the crave-worthy Ihaw-Sarap meals, Mang Inasal adds another reason for its customers to frequent its over 600 stores nationwide.

Every purchase of the Mang Inasal Buddy Fiesta – All-Chicken or Combo of Paa and Pork BBQ with java rice and three small soft drinks – gives customers the chance to get a free, specially designed reusable Fiesta cup.

“The Special Mang Inasal Fiesta Cups come in three fun designs that depict the Fiesta spirit that customers have long associated with the Ihaw-Sarap meals and Unli-Saya dining experience that Mang Inasal offers,” said Mang Inasal president Mike V. Castro.

Jollibee is Voted USA TODAY’s No. 1 Best Fast Food Fried Chicken for Third Straight Year

THREE YEARS AT NO. 1. Jollibee has been voted the No. 1 Best Fast Food Fried Chicken in the U.S. in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the third consecutive year, reinforcing Chickenjoy’s reputation for being the consistently crispy, juicy, and delicious fried chicken in one of the world’s most competitive quick-service restaurant markets.

Jollibee has once again been hailed the No. 1 Best Fast Food Fried Chicken in the U.S. in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, securing the top spot for the third consecutive year.

Voted on by USA TODAY readers, the latest recognition reaffirms Jollibee Chickenjoy’s reputation for consistently delivering the crispy, juicy, and delicious taste that customers love in the highly competitive U.S quick-service restaurant market. Its third straight win also shows that Chickenjoy fried chicken’s exceptional taste is not a one-time achievement, but a quality standard that Jollibee continues to uphold.

Naga City Pilots Expanded Waste Management Operations Training with Coca-Cola, TESDA

Coca-Cola Philippines, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), the City Government of Naga, and the Camarines Sur Institute of Fisheries and Marine Sciences (CASIFMAS) have formalized a partnership to deliver the Solid Waste Management Operations (SWMO) Level III Training Program in Naga City. This marks the first official rollout of the program under the expanded Trash Free Pilipinas Program (TFPP) framework.

Lead representatives Maria Christine Ponce-Garcia, Senior Director for Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability, Coca-Cola Philippines; Hon. Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo, Mayor of Naga City; TESDA Secretary Kiko Benitez and other officials from   TESDA, Coca-Cola Philippines and City Government of Naga pose after the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the Solid Waste Management Operations (SWMO) Level III Training Program.

Jollibee Group Global CHRO Archie Sabado Named Among Southeast Asia’s 100 Most Influential HR Leaders for Second Consecutive Year

Back-To-Back Wins for Jollibee Group HR: Jollibee Group Global Chief Human Resources Officer Arsenio “Archie” Sabado (left) was once again named one of Southeast Asia’s 100 most influential HR leaders for 2026 by ETHRWorld Southeast Asia. Presenting the award to Sabado is Keshav Kumar, Director - Brand Solutions and Product Marketing Strategy, The Economic Times Business Verticals, Times Internet.

For the second year in a row, Arsenio “Archie” Sabado, Global Chief Human Resources Officer of the Jollibee Group, has once again been named among Southeast Asia’s 100 most influential HR leaders for 2026 by ETHRWorld Southeast Asia.

World Cellar Presents Truffle Alchemy, an Exclusive Wine Dinner Featuring Chef Oli Buenviaje

Each winter, from beneath the roots of oak and hazelnut trees, one of the culinary world's most coveted treasures emerges. Australian Black Winter Truffles.

While France and Italy have long been the major source for premium black winter truffles, in the last few years Australia has become one of the world’s major producers. Imagine the legendary French Périgord black truffle, prized for its intoxicating aroma and extraordinary depth of flavor, cultivated in Australia’s pristine climate. The result is nothing short of magic.

With Australian truffles at their peak during their June to August harvest season, Filipino-Australian Chef Oliver “Oli” Buenviaje has created an indulgent truffles and caviar menu for a special first-of-its-kind, one-day-only wine dinner, Truffle Alchemy, taking place on July 25 at World Cellar in Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City. He will personally hand-carry the truffles from Below & Above Truffles in Pemberton, Western Australia, for this extraordinary dinner experience.

A Coffee Lover’s Passport: MOA Brewtopia Brings Iconic Philippine Cult Favorites to SM Mall of Asia

Coffee lovers are in for their next caffeine-fueled adventure as SM Mall of Asia (MOA), the country’s most loved mall for larger-than-life experiences, partners with The Solana Market to bring together sought-after brews, local finds, and immersive experiences at MOA Brewtopia. As part of its commitment to delivering maxed out experiences, the 10-day festival transforms the mall into the ultimate destination for Philippine coffee culture.

Happening from July 17 to 26, 2026, the 10-day coffee festival transforms the MOA Main Atrium into a buzzing hub for coffee culture, bringing together 22 curated cafés and lifestyle merchants alongside interactive activities and larger-than-life installations.

22 Iconic Brands Under One Roof

Coffee aficionados can discover some of the country’s sought-after brews without having to hop from one destination to another. From rich and earthy notes to nutty and chocolatey flavors, MOA Brewtopia offers a taste of the diversity and creativity shaping the local coffee scene.