The Michelin Guide Philippines sparked debate as its strict focus on technical excellence left many beloved local restaurants, including those in Pampanga, unrecognized. Read more »
The first regional edition of Terra Madre Asia Pacific opened on Nov. 19 at Bacolod City’s Provincial Capitol Lagoon, bringing together communities from across the Asia-Pacific to highlight and support environmentally conscious and traditional food practices in the Philippines. Read more »
The Philippines has been selected to host the 2026 United Nations Tourism World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism, a major event that will bring together government officials, chefs, innovators, and advocates from more than 150 countries. Read more »
Chef Miguel “Miggy” Cabel Moreno is making history as the first Tausug chef to be recognized by the Michelin Guide. Read more »
Despite Michelin’s visits to Manila, Cebu, Cavite, Tagaytay, and Pampanga, the province known as the Culinary Capital of the Philippines received no recognition at all. Read more »
The country’s longest-running annual visual arts fair, ManilART, has returned for its 17th year, pushing artistic expression beyond its usual frames. Read more »
