Recipe Sake Cocktail Kanzake Lichi by Vanessa Rabadon We’ve tapped another batch of bartenders – a couple of veterans and a lot of fresh faces – to bring us some holiday spirit. We’ll start with one of the veterans in the industry, Vanessa Rabadon, bar manager of The After Five in Marikina. She took her inspiration from Japan for her fruity, aromatic, and slightly umami Christmas cocktail, … Read More
Events The Ultimate Guide to Negroni Week PH 2023 Negroni Week 2023 is just around the corner, and cocktail enthusiasts have much to look forward to. From September 18 to 24, thousands of venues from around the world will be putting one of the most iconic cocktails on center stage. This annual global celebration of the iconic Negroni cocktail has gained immense popularity in recent years, thanks in part … Read More
Bar Find Dr. Wine Rooftop Bar Reopens with Fresh Offerings Dr. Wine Rooftop Bar, formerly Kartel Rooftop Bar, is now back and open with fresh offerings. It might be a little tiring to walk up the four flights of stairs to get to the rooftop bar, but guests will be rewarded for the effort with a great view of the city, cool breeze, and tasty drinks. Guests to their recent … Read More
Events Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Jameson Irish Whiskey in Poblacion UPDATE: In light of recent developments in relation to COVID-19 and on the advice of the Makati City government, the #JamesonSPD20 events won’t be pushing through. St. Patrick’s Day, isn’t a big deal in Manila just yet. Jameson Irish Whiskey is changing that with a St. Paddy’s rager like no other on Saturday, March 14, with celebrations in some of … Read More
Events Where to Drink for Valentine’s Day Are you single, in a relationship, or a relationshit? Whatever status it may be, even if ‘it’s complicated,’ here are drink events this Valentine’s Day that you can indulge in with your date, your friends – or if you prefer, fly solo. Ms. Gee’s Valentine Promo When: February 13 to 16, Thursday to Sunday Where: Ms. Gee, 5666 Don Pedro … Read More
Events Drink-Related Events in January 2020 At the start of the year, some people adhere to ‘Drynuary’ (dry January) to begin the year clean or to atone for indulging over the holidays, while others keep the celebrations going. Whether you’re abstaining or imbibing this month, we’ve got you covered. From coffee workshops to wine dinners, here are some drink-related events for the first month of 2020. … Read More
Events Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2020 in the City Let’s raise our glasses to the year that was and drink to new beginnings. Here’s our roundup of parties where you can toast to new beginnings and ring in the New Year and the new decade. MAKATI 2019 New Year’s Eve Bash at Annex House + MASS Where: Annex House, 5856 Alfonso Street, Poblacion, Makati City When: December 31, Tuesday … Read More
Bar Find Verde, Heineken’s First Co-Branded Bar, Paints Poblacion Green Poblacion is currently the beating heart of the local nightlife scene, with new places to eat, drink, and be merry popping up left and right. It’s a prime area for new ventures because of its free spirit and dynamic energy. These places add more flavor to the growing community of the party district, drawing in crowds of locals and tourists … Read More
Events Drink-Related Events from September 16 to 30 (2019) Don’t let the gloomy weather get you down. The second half of September features workshops, masterclasses, parties, and a lot of coffee, wines, cocktails, beers, and Champagne! Surround yourself with good people and good drinks, and things will look shiny and bright in no time. COFFEE 1) Promdis in the City at RRR Where: Run Rabbit Run, 4991 P. Guanzon … Read More
Events Drink-Related Events for September 1 to 15 (2019) It’s the start of the ‘Ber’ months and September won’t leave you thirsty. Get your calendars ready because you will never run out of drink-related events to go to. From wine dinners, beer events, parties, and a slew of guest bar shifts, there’s something for you and your friends to look forward to. DRINK PROMOTIONS AND PARTIES 1) Mezcal Mondays … Read More