My other food adventures:

  • A Flavor-Packed Stop at The Coffee Library (San Fernando La Union)

    I first heard about The Coffee Library from my father-in-law — he kept talking about how amazing their Tuna Steak was. So during our trip to San Juan, La Union (ElYu), we spotted their branch near a 7-Eleven. The café looked inviting, but parking was tight, so we skipped it. On our way back, his… Read more

  • A Return to Comfort Food: Charlie Wanton Special in Mandaluyong City

    We just can’t get enough of Chinese food—our cravings brought us from the streets of Binondo all the way to Mandaluyong for a visit to Charlie Wanton Special. It’s a spot we’ve dined at many times before, and clearly, we’re not the only ones who keep coming back. Located just a few blocks from José… Read more

  • Quick Bites at Ongpin St., Binondo Manila

    We kicked off our Binondo food trip bright and early, leaving Mandaluyong at 5:30 AM to make sure we arrived before the streets got too crowded. By 6:30 AM, we were standing in front of the historic Binondo Church, its centuries-old façade glowing softly under the morning light. Our first stop was Chuan Kee Turu-Turo,… Read more

  • More foods in Cebu and Lapu-Lapu Cities

    Exploring Cebu City One of the must-visit spots in Cebu City is the Temple of Leah. It’s a bit far from the city center, so renting a car or motorcycle is a smart move to make the most of your time. We made the mistake of commuting and walking on our first days, which ate… Read more

  • Entoy’s Bakasihan in Lapu-Lapu City

    Eel or Bakasi in Cebuano, is a local delicacy found in some parts of Cebu. Since eel dishes are quite expensive in Japanese restaurants, especially in Metro Manila, we made sure to include it in our food trip when we visited Cebu. The best place to try it? Entoy’s Bakasihan—the most talked-about eatery serving Bakasi.… Read more

  • Cebu’s Esmen Carinderia: A Must-Try for Fish Soup Lovers

    Our first day in Cebu had been a series of near misses when it came to food, so we made it our mission to redeem our taste buds on Day 2. After a morning visit to a museum, we set out on a quest for Esmen Carinderia, a humble eatery tucked away on Rallos Street,… Read more