Arroz Valenciana, rellenong alimasag at Heritage Hotel Manila

MANILA, Philippines - Heritage Hotel Manila’s Riviera Cafe offers “Fiesta Filipina” lunch/dinner buffet, which runs until June 30.

Executive chef Alex Chong leads the Filipino dream team of cuisine experts as they recreate classic fiesta favorites and masterfully craft gourmet renditions of lechon, homonado, fish escabeche, chicken binakol, rellenong alimasag, paella, and kare-kare.

For reservations, call 854-8888 or e-mail inquiry@heritagehotelmanila.com.

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Yummy roast: The asado de pollo ensu jugo at Casa Armas

Croquettes de jamon, roast chicken at Casa Armas

Satisfy your cravings for authentic Spanish dishes at Casa Armas. Indulge in croquetas de jamon, pescada a la Vizcaina (lapu-lapu in tomato sauce), paella Valenciana, asado de pollo ensu jugo (special roast chicken), cochinillo al horno (roast baby pig), and canonigo for dessert.

Casa Armas has branches at The Podium in Ortigas Center; 132 Jupiter St., Bel-Air Village, Makati City; and at the third floor, Greenbelt 3, Makati City.

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Go nuts with kare-kare: The kare-kare at Patio Carlito and White House Resto Bar

Balut Threesome, Pato Binondo at Patio Carlito and White House Resto Bar

Patio Carlito Old Manila Bistro and White House Resto Bar and Live Entertainment serve delectable Pinoy fare. Indulge in kare-kare, crunchy tapa, Pato Binondo, Balut Threesome, chicken binakol, cuchifrito, pavada Kapampangan, rellenong sugpo, sinuglaw, adobong hito sa gata, pesang dalag sa miso, and adobo rice.

Patio Carlito Old Manila Bistro and White House Resto Bar and Live Entertainment are located at 84 Scout Tuason corner E. Lopez Sr., Brgy. South Triangle, QC.

For reservations, call 352-7140.

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Beer mate: Rogue Hazelnut Brown Nectar Ale and chocolate from Machiavelli Chocolatier

Beer and choclate boxes at Machiavelli Chocolatier

Machiavelli Chocolatier offers special gift boxes of chocolates and beer. Check out the Rogue Shakespeare Oatmeal Stout and Alfie’s Bacon Bar, Rogue Hazelnut Brown Nectar Ale and Pistachio Royale, Hoegarden White Beer and Ivorie Jack, Hoegaarden White Beer and Ivorie Jack, and Timmerman’s Kriek (cherry beer) and Jasmine Tea Rose.

Machiavelli has branches at the ground floor of Rustan’s Essenses, Makati; Ayala Center Makati; and Rustan’s Shangri-La Plaza Mall. For inquiries, call 483-9854 or SMS 0917-554-0243.

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Vanilla sunrise: JC Tiuseco enjoys a cup of Seattle’s Best Skinny Vanilla.

Skinny Vanilla at Seattle’s Best Coffee

Seattle’s Best Coffee lures coffee lovers to surrender to its newest tempting concoction — Skinny Vanilla.

Whether in hot latte, blended, or over ice, Skinny Vanilla has a full-flavored taste and aroma, sans the guilt. It is low in calorie, fat, and sugar.

Seattle’s Best has branches at Greenbelt, Ponte Salcedo, and Makati Medical Center in Makati City; Bonifacio High Street, Taguig; Metropolitan Hospital-Ongpin, and Neo Plaza in Manila; TriNoma Mall and Katipunan in QC; Cardinal Santos Hospital in San Juan; SM Megamall B in Mandaluyong; SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City; Festival Mall, NAIA Terminal 3, Caltex-SLEX; and The Terraces in Cebu City.

For inquiries, visit www.seattlesbest.com.ph.

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Chicken run: Hainanese chicken at Kenny Rogers’ Roasters

Hainanese chicken, frozen yogurt at Kenny Rogers’ Roasters

Kenny Rogers’ Roasters adds more delectable dishes to its already extensive list of yummy meals.

Try Kenny’s Hainanese Chicken, perfectly poached chicken served with chicken rice and soup with ginger, chili, and sweet soy sauces; and Kenny’s Frozen Yogurt, the perfect blend of sweetness and that special tart flavor.

For delivery, call 533-8888 or visit www.kennys.com.ph for details.