Where Japanese Artistry Meets the World of Wine

As part of the Araneta City Seafood Festival happening this August, World Cellar at World Kitchens, Gateway Mall 2 joins the month-long celebration with an exclusive wine dinner on August 20, 2026. The next in World Cellar’s series of exclusive wine dinners features an omakase-style dinner created by Japanese Chef Masaki Watanabe, who is well known in the industry as the “Tuna King.” Chef Watanabe is not just a master sushi chef; he is trained in both the art of Japanese fine dining and classical French culinary techniques. He also leads the two show kitchens at World Kitchens—Unagi Yukimitsu and Kuro Maguro—where guests can experience his signature craftsmanship and passion for Japanese cuisine firsthand.

Across Cebu, Every Lechon Tells a Different Story

At the 10th Cebu Lechon Festival, different localities show that Cebu lechon is not made from one recipe alone.

Cebu lechon may look familiar on the table, but ask the people who prepare it and the differences quickly come out. One town uses more lemongrass. Another adds coconut vinegar. Some still prefer bamboo for roasting, while others rely on closely guarded ingredients to keep the meat tender and the skin crisp.

A mouthwatering lineup of signature roasts from across Cebu takes center stage at the grand launch of the festival.

Sweet pizza is the new meta with Pizza Hut’s Sweet Golden Collection

If you've ever shared a pizza feast with family or friends, you're probably familiar with how the meal usually ends. Long after the last slice is gone, someone starts browsing the menu again in search of something sweet. But Pizza Hut's newest offering proves that dessert doesn't always have to come after a meal! 

Satisfy your sweet tooth with the new Sweet Golden Collection, a limited-time lineup that transforms two well-loved favorites, mango cheesecake and turon, into indulgent pizzas served on Pizza Hut's signature Mega Crunch Pizza crust! Whether you're capping off a feast or simply satisfying that sweet craving on a random Tuesday afternoon, the new collection offers a fun new way to enjoy familiar flavors! 

Jollibee wants Filipinos to taste the thrill of spice

For Filipinos who believe fried chicken tastes even better with a little kick, Jollibee is turning up the heat with Spicy Chickenjoy, putting the spotlight on a familiar favorite with a flavor profile designed to deliver more than just the sting of spice.

Jollibee Spicy Chickenjoy combines its signature crispy, juicy chicken with a blend of spices, bringing a noticeable kick to every bite. Rather than treating spiciness as a test of endurance, the brand is framing it as another layer of flavor to enjoy.

“Spiciness should not simply be about tolerating the heat. It should be about enjoying what the spice brings to the overall flavor experience. With Spicy Chickenjoy, we want Filipinos to discover that spicy can be exciting, flavorful and, most importantly, delicious,” said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines.

Own a Piece of Dub Nation With Tanduay’s Latest Promotion at SHOTS.PH

Filipino fans can now bring home exclusive Golden State Warriors merchandise when they purchase PhP1,500 worth of Tanduay products at www.shots.ph, Tanduay’s official online store. 

“As an official and long-time partner of the Golden State Warriors, we want to create memorable experiences for our consumers, especially our passionate Filipino basketball fans who have supported both Tanduay and the team throughout the years,” said Tanduay Digital Brand Manager Edzel Ty.

Bring Home a Limited-Edition Merch and Qualify for a Signed One, Too!

The promotion runs from August 1 to August 31, 2026, and is open to individuals at least 18 years of age and residing in the Philippines. Purchase at least PhP1,500 worth of Tanduay products at www.shots.ph to receive one random Golden State Warriors merchandise that can either be a limited-edition t-shirt or cap. Only one item will be given away per qualified transaction.

What Does the Future of Food Taste Like? Filipinos Get a Taste at Future Menus 2026 Food Trends Adventure

What does the future of food taste like? That’s what hundreds of guests got to explore for themselves at the Unilever Food Solutions (UFS) Future Menus 2026 Food Trends Adventure last weekend. Held in partnership with GCash for Business, Future Menus transformed the Foro de Intramuros into the home base of a one-of-a-kind food crawl. 

The event showcased the culinary ideas shaping how people eat today, and how they may be eating tomorrow. With GCash for Business helping make payments simple and convenient, guests could move seamlessly through the experience and focus on discovering the flavors and trends shaping the future of food.

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.