Prime Cuts by Doubleday Brings Japan’s Legendary Ito Ranch Matsusaka Beef to the Philippines

For the first time, Filipinos can now experience one of Japan’s rarest and most celebrated culinary treasures: Ito Ranch Matsusaka Beef, officially introduced to the Philippines through Prime Cuts by Doubleday, the Philippines’ premier purveyor of fine meats and luxury ingredients.

The launch, held at Shangri-La Plaza’s Grand Atrium, gathered top chefs, restaurateurs, hoteliers, members of the press, and government representatives in an afternoon celebrating Japan’s heritage of precision and craftsmanship.

Regarded as the “Queen of Wagyu”, Matsusaka is famed for its intricate marbling and exceptionally low melting point—around 12°C—giving it an incomparable, melt-in-your-mouth texture. 

Krispy Kreme Conjures Wickedly Delicious Disney Villains-Inspired Doughnuts this Halloween

This Halloween season, Krispy Kreme Philippines is brewing something daringly sweet. In collaboration with Disney Philippines, Krispy Kreme unveils its newest collection of limited-edition doughnuts inspired by three of the most iconic Disney Villains: Ursula, Maleficent, and the Evil Queen. Temptation has never looked this fabulous.

 

The Disney Villains-themed doughnuts are here to cast an irresistible spell on every bite. Each sweet treat embodies the essence of these fan-favorite villains—charismatic, daring, and just a little dangerous. Fans of both Disney Villains and Krispy Kreme can now enjoy flavors that are as enchanting as they are delicious.

 

Here are the three villainous stars of the season:

Century Tuna’s “Saving Our Seas” unites over 8,000 volunteers across the Philippines for cleaner seas

Representatives from Century Pacific Food Inc. (CPFI), HOPE, brand partners, and volunteers join forces for the “Saving Our Seas” International Coastal Cleanup Day activity in Anilao, Batangas, one of six cleanup sites held nationwide.

Century Tuna, the Philippines’ No. 1 tuna brand, returns for the 3rd year of its award-winning “Saving Our Seas” campaign, championing cleaner seas with greater impact. 2025 marks a turning point as the movement expands to six sites nationwide, further driving plastic circular economy and marine conservation across the country.

The Saving Our Seas campaign gained new momentum this year during the fan meet of brand ambassador Park Seo Joon, where fans from across the Philippines took part by donating plastic bottles to support the campaign. Building on this inspiring start, Century Tuna is expanding the campaign nationwide by rallying communities, fostering volunteerism, and empowering more Filipinos to take part in protecting our seas and marine life. 

To celebrate this year’s International Coastal Cleanup Day, Century Tuna revitalized their campaign initiatives with a more ambitious goal.

NUSTAR Culinary and F&B Team Triumphs as Overall Champion at Cebu Goes Culinary 2025

From the kitchen to the competition floor, NUSTAR Resort and Casino’s Culinary and Food & Beverage Team, led by Executive Chef Martin Rebolledo, showcased their exceptional artistry and skill at Cebu Goes Culinary 2025, emerging as Overall Champion in the Professional Category.

Competing against some of the region’s best culinary institutions and hospitality brands, the NUSTAR team demonstrated passion, precision, and pure talent throughout the prestigious competition—earning an impressive 32 medals across various categories.

City of Dreams Manila ushers in Mid-Autumn Festival with Crystal Dragon's Special Menu and Café Society's Mooncakes

Crystal Dragon, luxury integrated resort City of Dream’s premium restaurant for Cantonese and regional Chinese cuisine, presents a special ala carte menu in celebration of Mid-Autumn Festival.

Available from October 1 to 19 for lunch and dinner, the celebratory menu designed to strengthen togetherness with loved ones features seasonal dishes that depict the festival’s rich cultural traditions.

A Premier Dining Destination in Manila - City of Dreams triumphs at the 2025 Philippine Culinary Cup

The team of chefs and mixologists from City of Dreams Manila who competed at the 2025 Philippine Culinary Cup (PC) bagged 11 medals in eight categories at what is considered the country’s most prestigious culinary competition. The 15^th year of the event was recently held concurrently with World Food Expo (WOFEX) at the SMX Convention Center.

“Every year, our team has been consistently awarded at the Philippine Culinary Cup, a testament to the depth of their culinary artistry and mastery. We commend their passion for excellence as they help steer and inspire colleagues in positioning City of Dreams Manila as one of the sought-after dining destinations in the city,” Property President Geoff Andres remarked.

Hilton Manila Introduces Celestial Moonbeam Mooncake Collection: Where Tradition Meets Elegance

This Mid-Autumn festival, Hua Yuan Brasserie Chinoise's executive Chinese Chef Kevin Xu Qiao Yuan offers a refined expression of tradition and craftsmanship through its mooncake collection

Hilton Manila proudly presents Celestial Moonbeam, an elegant collection of handmade mooncakes in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Honoring the cherished legend of the moon goddess Chang’e, this year’s mooncake series is presented in exquisite gold-trimmed boxes, symbolizing abundance, tradition, and celestial grace.

Each box contains six artisanal mooncakes offering greater value while embracing the season’s spirit of sharing. Curated by executive Chinese chef Kevin Xu Qiao Yuan, each flavor highlights premium ingredients and time-honored recipes.