IKAO × Cacao de Davao, A Thoughtful Exploration of Six New Cacao Dishes
Davao prides itself with its internationally acclaimed and quality cacao production. Davao cacao beans are considered top-tier, even being recognized as part of the top 50 best cacao in the world in 2023. Approximately 76-80% of cacao supply in the Philippines comes from Davao, earning the title “Cacao Capital of the Philippines”. Building on this reputation, Ethan Kyle Lim, Chief Operating Officer of Cacao de … Continue reading IKAO × Cacao de Davao, A Thoughtful Exploration of Six New Cacao Dishes
Tatler Dining Experience: Benjarong Davao
Dusit Thani stands as one of the premier luxury hotels in the city of Davao. Its structure adds a taste of grandeur in one of the biggest metropolitan cities in Mindanao. As it brings the warmth and elegance of Thai hospitality to Mindanao, it also offers a taste of Thai cuisine through the grand doors of its signature restaurant, Benjarong. Benjarong is an invitation to … Continue reading Tatler Dining Experience: Benjarong Davao
Davao: Ana and Anna Review
Davao’s food scene is sprouting with underrated and hidden spots that can go head-to-head against established and known restaurants. Despite not hitting the mainstream, these unexpected gems just hide under our noses and are found in the most unexpected corners of Davao. Such is the case with Ana and Anna Diner. You wouldn’t expect to find a hidden diner that is tucked away in an … Continue reading Davao: Ana and Anna Review
Gensan: Tribu Kefi Food Review
There has been a resurgence of heritage cuisines in the Philippines, and I am all for it! Back in October 2025, I joined a Unilever Food Solutions event exploring the future food trends in the Philippines. One of these food trends focuses on Culinary Roots. This means that in the upcoming years, we will be seeing a resurgence of heritage cuisines and a revival of … Continue reading Gensan: Tribu Kefi Food Review
Not to Be Dramatic, but This Local Davao Ice Cream Belongs on Your Holiday Table
So, it’s the season of giving again, and you’re days away from your next potluck, and you don’t have the energy to cook. Maybe you’re invited to your boyfriend’s or girlfriend’s family celebration this holiday and want to bring something that stands out. Perhaps you just really want something new to bring to the table to spice up the food rotation you always prepare for … Continue reading Not to Be Dramatic, but This Local Davao Ice Cream Belongs on Your Holiday Table
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