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CoCo Ichibanya recently opened its 16th branch in the country at Ayala Malls Solenad in Nuvali, Sta. Rosa, Laguna. It had a soft opening on July 10 and a grand opening on July 20. “CoCo Ichibanya is expanding, and we thank all our customers for their support. We are excited to bring the food and service that CoCo Ichibanya is known for all over Japan and the rest of the world,” said Hubert Young, President and CEO of Mugen Group, the company that brought to the Philippines some of Japan’s most popular food concepts. Authentic Japanese Curry Flavors Japanese curry lovers can satisfy their cravings at CoCo Ichibanya, which encourages customers to customize their orders according to their preferences. They can choose from mild to spicy flavors, vegetarian to meat choices, and their preferred toppings and side dishes. CoCo Ichibanya offers a variety of curry that range from PhP260 and up which customers can upgrade to a set menu at an additional cost. Curry meals can be paired with order

Guess who's back? Okay, aside from the GOATED rapper? We're talking about DQ's latest Blizzard of the Month offer featuring one of the most popular flavors worldwide (and a DQ fan favorite at that)! Enjoy all the goodness of avocados with the return of DQ's Avocado Fest, with two delectable treats to choose from available for a limited time only! Help yourself to a dreamy dessert that brings together the chocolatey flavor of Oreos and the richness of avocados with the Avocado Oreo Blizzard. Made with DQ's signature soft serve mixed with avocados and crushed Oreos, it's the kind of treat that will satisfy any avocado lover with a sweet tooth! If you're looking for the perfect drink to cool down with, then look no further than DQ's Avocado Milkshake! Take a sip of this hearty concoction that's made with DQ's signature soft serve and avocados, blended to create an irresistibly smooth and creamy thirst quencher! The Avocado Oreo Blizzard is available

Sometimes, vibing by yourself is the way to go. Going solo gives you an opportunity to focus on your own thoughts and enjoy the peace and quiet of your own company. It's also a great time to go on a flavor adventure by yourself, and if we're talking about flavor, then Pizza Hut is the place to be! Dining solo at Pizza Hut has never been this flavorful with the new Melts & Mix combos featuring the irresistible Melts, now together with your favorite Pizza Hut sides, available in seven different sets! Starting at just P179, each Melts & Mix combo comes with 1 piece of Melts in any flavor of your choice (Double Bacon, Meat Lovers, Hawaiian Supreme, or Four Cheese and Mushroom), as well as your choice of side and a glass of ice-cold Pepsi—perfect for going solo! For the sides, you may choose from the following: Cream of Mushroom Soup, Spaghetti Bolognese, Tater Tots, Regular Fries, Caesar Salad, 2 pieces of Crab Salad Roll, or 2 pieces of WingStreet wings (any flavor). Price

In a novel collaboration that brings together the distinct flair of Tiki culture and the rich heritage of Filipino rum, Daniel "Doc" Parks, a celebrated tiki cocktail specialist and 2017 San Francisco Chronicle “Bar Star,” has joined forces with Tanduay Brands International, the makers of the world's number 1 rum. This partnership celebrates a fusion of cultures and traditions, marked by the creation of a cocktail book that showcases both Parks' innovative recipes and the versatility of Tanduay Rum. Parks, whose passion for tiki culture began in his teenage years in San Diego, has long been fascinated by Polynesian pop and its artifacts. "I'd find things like barkcloth Hawaiian shirts and vintage exotic records... all kinds of memorabilia from the early days of the Polynesian pop movement in America," Parks reminisces, reflecting on the origins of his interest in tiki culture. The collaboration with Tanduay, a brand with a legacy spanning over a century,

As one of the most iconic and beloved brands in the world, the humble Oreo cookie continues to delight kids and kids at heart with its simple combination of cocoa biscuits and sweet fondant filling that hits the spot every single time, most especially at 3 AM while sitting on the kitchen floor contemplating the meaning of life. If you're an average Oreo enjoyer, then you'll definitely love DQ's latest Blizzard of the Month offer featuring the iconic cookie brand, with six different treats to choose from! First is the new Oreo Mudpie Blizzard, inspired by an American classic dessert. It is made with creamy vanilla soft serve mixed with crushed Oreos and coffee concentrate, and then topped with a whole Oreo cookie. There's also the new Oreo Caramel Craze Blizzard, made with creamy vanilla soft serve mixed with crushed Oreos, made even more delightful with rich caramel sauce, cheesecake bits, and a whole Oreo cookie on top. Rounding off the new Blizzard flavors is the Oreo

As renewed interest in cocktails continue to grow, bartenders are also taking the spotlight, and in El Nido and Siargao, two bartenders are paving the way for women to shine in a male-dominated industry. Sharleen Antonio works with her husband and fellow bartending professional, Larry Guevara, in one of Palawan’s top beach destinations. Riza Delguime, meanwhile, is a bartender for a leading resort in the country’s surfing haven. Creating Tanduay-Infused Cocktails Both women have been bartending for years and share a preference for Tanduay in creating cocktails. “It’s very easy to mix in cocktails because of its unique and bold character. I usually go for the classic Tanduay Dark Rum in my root beer and rum with a squeeze of fresh lemon,” Antonio said. She shared that they used Tanduay rums in her bar management class back in college, so she is very familiar with the brand. Collaborating with the brand, she came up with three Tanduay-infused cocktails that are perfect for any time of th