The issue with the Makati store is that they will sell very expensive milk with an expiration date…read more5 days from now and the milk is already Turing bad when you open it and then the management gives you a hard time to get a credit even though we have been coming to this store twice a week for 2.5 years and as Americans we stand out and they all know us. Then they tell us to come back next time for the credit slip, when it should take 2 minutes to give you a credit slip that day, then you come back and they say they lost your request for a credit - Mickey Mouse business practices and this is wrong.

This is supermarket we choose when we have to do our big monthly grocery. There's a reason: The…read moreLandmark brings together good variety and also lower prices compared to Rustan's, for example. The highlights, for me, are the great variety of greens, fruits and vegetables (including organic ones!) and the fact that they sell Santïs meats, so I don't have to do two shopping trips. They sell also a good variety of rice (if you're not used to the filipino one, then they have Basmati, Jasmine, Brown Rice and much more) and beans. Thanks to the beans from Landmark, I can keep the Brazilian "rice and beans" tradition at home. And believe me, that means a lot to me :) I also love Landmark's food court. There's a green juice in some stall there that's is just perfect. I also like Bread Talk and Kumori, the Japanese bakery. I mean, there's a lot to explore there before you start pushing your shop cart! TIP: Landmark is cheaper than Rustan's and has much more variety than the SM Supermarket. Choose it for the big once-a-month grocery.

Of all the Korean groceries I've ever set foot in, Assi is by far the most well-stocked one. Usual…read moregrocers can get cramped, are poorly lit, or only offer a slim variety of products. Here at Assi, you'll probably go a bit crazy with the several aisles of food products, walls of frozen goods and their shiny, super clean store. I loooove Korean beverages, especially their fruit drinks, rice drinks and tea drinks. And of course you're looking for kimchi, yes? Well they have a whole fridge dedicated to that! And... further at the back is a whole fridge dedicated to all types of noodles! And then dumplings! And and and and and.... Well you get my drift. Though I really do wish I can understand Korean. It's really a frustration, when you set foot inside a foreign grocer and you're soooo curious about all these gastronomic possibilities, but can't read the list of ingredients! Well, that only means I have to learn Korean, then. Fine.

I am OBSESSED with ramyun. I have a stock of Shin Ramyun Cups at home that I keep for emergencies…read moreor those days when I would feel too lazy or tired to go out of the house and look for food. I just love the spicy broth and the chewy noodles that go with each cup, and it is always nice when I find new Korean groceries that sell it cheaper than others. I was on my way to Century City Mall when I saw the sign for Assi. I didn't know what it was because it looked like a convenience store from the outside, but I was surprised to see that it is a full-fledged mini-supermarket that has everything Korean, from refrigerated preserves to rice, spices and kimchi, biscuits, cookies and sweets. I went in and immediately looked for my ramyun cups, and I wasn't disappointed by the variety of choices. I like exploring new flavors, and I usually just refer to the photos since I don't read Korean and most of the labels don't even have English translations. It's basically just picking what looks good from the photo on the packaging, and keeping your fingers crossed that it doesn't have fingernails in them or whatever (I'm kidding). The real danger is accidentally going for something devilishly spicy. What I love about this grocery store is that it has pretty much everything that you will ever need - not just food, but home items such as cleaning solutions, pots and pans and even pet food. If you're feeling a bit adventurous, you should get the canned maggots swimming in some nasty fluid. I have seen it in many Korean grocery stores and it looks absolutely disgusting, but apparently it's edible and Koreans actually like it.

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Personally, poking inside foreign food stores is something I loosely consider a "fun past-time",…read moreeven if most of the time I have no idea what the hell I'm looking at. I happened to pass by this tiny Indian grocer in Paseo de Magallanes called Incredible India Food Depot, and it is packed floor to ceiling with food--spices, canned vegetables, curious-looking sugary Indian snacks, several types of dals and legumes, chutneys and preserves, and even Maggi's Indian version of instant noodles called "Multi Grainz" which claims to be healthier (it was a bit bland, if you're wondering, but definitely tastes of Indian spices). They also have ready to eat and frozen samosas, breads, and spring rolls, if you want a quick Indian food fix. I usually frequent Indian grocers for raw ingredients because they're usually more affordable than some large supermarkets, AND you can buy some of these in bulk. Since I'm vegan, some of us need a constant supply of chickpea flour (called besan, which can be purchased here really cheap in a hefty-sized bag), affordable TVP (textured vegetable protein), dals, spices, and the fairy dust of vegan cuisine, kala namak, or black Indian salt that has a distinct, egg-y flavor.

Teppen is my favorite Korean Japanese store. My friend shared his discovery to us one time when we…read morejust wanted to go to a different convenience store other than the nearest ministop near our office. Here we discovered the least expensive Melona being sold so far. It's so cheap that my friend was able to buy a lot and sell to people in the office for a marginal profit. How enterprising! The cubed French Vanilla ice cream being served as dessert in Chung Mi Rae, the Korean resto in Timog, is also being sold here for I think only 11 or 13pesos! Another discovery was this sesame-flavored instant noodles that is sooo, so good! It's 50pesos for the one in the cup container, and slightly cheaper for the one in plastic. There's a spicy version too. I don't know the name because it is in Korean, but it comes in yellow packaging and has an egg yolk in the photo. Teppen is well-stocked compared to other Korean Japanese stores and I am glad I found it. In fact, it's time for another trip!

I've gone to a lot of Japanese-Korean groceries all over Manila, but Teppen started my love affair…read morefor foreign groceries. Teppen has somewhat become a small community 'hangout' for the Koreans that frequent the church on the same building, as well as other Japanese-Korean expats nearby. Inside the store you can often find foreigners sipping on coffee and playing chess. My mom's office used to be at Marvin Plaza, and when I was younger she would take me to Teppen so I could get Korean ice cream and bottled peach ice tea. When I switched to a vegan lifestyle and my mom changed workplaces, Teppen was still a place I frequent for a few lazy-meal essentials. If you love dumplings, Teppen has quite a selection of various types of dumplings. For vegan dumplings, get the mushroom and leek varieties (Wang was the brand, if I recall correctly). They're so easy to prepare (Just steam! Frying them makes them less flavorful) and are so good dipped in a little Kikkoman. Their prices vary from cheap to very reasonable, compared to a lot of Japanese/Korean grocers that are on the pricier side. Other kitchen essentials I get here are kimchi, nori sheets and dried shiitake mushrooms. Though if there's one thing I can really recommend you get to fix that salty food craving, try the roasted salted seaweed snacks! They come in really handy small rectangular packs with a few sheets of seaweed inside. It's perfect for an afternoon office snack...or really, any-time-of-the-day snack. Some taste more roasted than the others. Some are saltier, while some are a bit spicy. It's really a matter of trying them all to find out the best taste that suits you, I think. Though I'm not very particular, I'll happily eat any kind. I just love them so much it's ridiculous.

Nice product just don't buy anything that you can't take home yourself, the agony is not worth it…read more For delivery: they make you wait 12 hours 8am to 8pm and you don't have a number to call and will not even tell you that it was cancelled I had to go on leave and stay in a condo with nothing in it not even a chair waiting for them, you can try FB messenger if they will even reply, even their phone number does not work, it gets disconnected the moment you choose to speak to an operator. I purchased a washer and dryer. never again. Pro TIP if you can't bring it with you, don't buy it!

We bought a refrigerator that is double door, and as soon as it was dropped off, it had a rattling…read more We went to customer service and was told that I if they were to pick it up, they can't until after the weekend, and then it would put you over the 7 warranty with the store. He said I would have to call the service number, which said that I need my receipt, which was printed on a disappearing paper. When I got it reprinted, they told me that they only have 1 year on it. It has a 10 year warranty sticker still on the ref. This was a double door fridge. Should not break within a year for 37,000 pesos. For a customer that spends a significant amount when I go, and have them tell me that they will do nothing about it? Shame. It's not a cheap item. And to receive no help. Well, you lost my business, as well as my sisters. Sad. I went again to talk with 3 different managers. He told me they have a protocol they have to go through ( basically tell me they will email my boss with the details, takes your phone number, and address. ) he said if he were to take the refrigerator back, it would come out of his pocket. (No it doesn't) if it were true you can file a claim for it because he was just following the law. The law says you must honor the warranty. There is nobody from American homes helping, willing to fix the refrigerator. It is a scam. Selling broken and defected products.

Kultura Filipino is really your one-stop shop for Authentic & Quality Pearls, Barong, Filipiniana,…read moreand Local Souvenir items. It's located in the SM Makati mall on the second floor. Chances are you will find what you need. From a range of T-shirts, caps, magnets, keychains, coffee, cookies, candy, chocolates, chocolate dipped mangoes, handmade items, etc. I could've spent hours in this place.

Friday, March 1 90°F 49% Humidity…read more Let's go souvenir shopping! Gift giving (pasalubong) is an important Filipino tradition, and Kultura offers a wide range of products that showcase the country's culture, cuisine, clothing, and craftsmanship. This retail chain is owned by SM and you'll find them inside most if not all SM shopping malls. I went to the one inside SM Makati. What do they have? Apparel - atleisure, polos, footwear, T-shirts, jackets, traditional outfits like filipiniana or barong, Accessories - jewelry, sunglasses, hats, shawls, tote bags, purses Food - dried mangoes, chocolate bars, jams, polvorón (shortbread), cookies, banana chips For the home - placemats, coasters, picture frames, utensils, ornaments, figurines, other diningware I didn't buy too much because it was still early in my trip; didn't want to overpack my luggage because I had two more flights to Mindanao and Cebu. I mostly browsed around to get an idea of what they had and made plans to stop at another location on my last day. But I did get a small bag of YeloYolo cacao cookies, which are as "healthy" as cacao can be. All real plant-based ingredients and an excellent source of fiber, iron, magnesium, protein, and potassium. Halal certified as well. Overall lots of unique gifts you can bring home and share with family, friends and colleagues! Philippines 2024 collection: https://www.yelp.com/collection/DHwKzvo7o_ll8jmXFFU3KA/PHIL-2024

This tiny delicatessen hidden along Leviste Street can go easily unnoticed for a distracted…read morepasser-by, since the façade makes you feel it's just one more comercial business. But go beyond first impression and you'll see what this little place has to offer. There you can find cold cuts, cheese, fruits, fresh greens, vegetables and also gourmet products from many different countries. I just love it! When I need some moroccan couscous or some nice pasta to cook, I just drop by there. If you have time, I suggest taking a sit there (there are a few tables inside) and trying one of their sandwiches or pizzas. My favourite is the salmon spread sandwich, but it's always hard for me to choose what I want to eat. Oh, I can't forget to mention: there you can find different artisanal ice cream, like the famous Carmen's Best. If you intend to have a beer there, though, forget about it. They only sell beer to take out. It's not allowed to drink there, unfortunately.

It is easy to pass by LP Leviste Street and fail to notice The Market. The shop's signage is…read moreinconspicuous and simple. Last Saturday, however, I was finally able to set foot inside the establishment and only because the coffee shop I was planning to chill out in is full. The Market is really what its name implies. It's a small shop that sells deli, cheese, fresh vegetables, imported food items, and frozen meat and fish products. What really caught my eye was the artisanal ice cream that they carry. Not only do they have the now popular Carmen's Best, but they also have Sebastian's and Adam's as well. As a deli, they have sandwiches, salads, pizza, and coffee. On the downside, the shop has a very limited seating capacity. I was lucky to visit on a Saturday afternoon. According to the cashier, their store usually fills up with customers on weekdays, especially during lunch and merienda hours. The hot summer afternoons of recent weeks make this a good place to unwind and drink coffee. Most probably to maintain the freshness of their goods, the temperature inside the shop is cool.

My older sister has been raving about this Korean restaurant after she had her anniversary dinner…read morewith her boyfriend here. They were recently in Korea with my brother and mom and missed the authentic Korean food, so one night after watching a movie, we headed to Man Sun. We parked outside this questionable looking building and thought...uhhh, okay? But there was a guard outside and my sister assured that we were at the right place, so I put my doubts aside and we all went in. The restaurant has a typical homey vibe you feel when you step into a Korean restaurant. We were greeted by the owners who are a lovely and friendly Korean husband and wife. They were really accommodating and the service was great. We saw a lot of Korean patrons as well so we knew for sure the food was as good and as authentic as it can get. My family said the food tastes just like the food in Korea! The appetizers alone can be very filling! There's A LOT (I kid you not) of yummy appetizers to choose from (get all) and you can ask for seconds! Everything we ordered was reaaally good and tasty. My favorite was the bibimbap! Tip is to mix the appetizers in for kicks of extra flavor and makes it even yummier. The crowd favorite was the Samgyeopsal. Can't get enough of it! It's grilled pork belly served with sliced raw garlic, Korean salt (yummy!) and wrapped in lettuce. They're very generous with the lettuce as well and you can always as for more.

Tucked away off the busy Makati ave, I found this place looking for a Mexican restaurant in Manila…read more I brought a first date to this location. We shared a carafe of margaritas and calamari. We returned a couple weeks later and enjoyed some barbacoa tacos, chicken quesadillas and more calamari. The server was very sweet and remembered us from the first time. The food is delicious, everything we ordered was fresh, seasoned with cilantro and onions and various sides from hot sauce to aioli. We sat at the lounge area they have near the front of the restaurant. Definitely would go again. If you're looking for Mexican style cuisine in Makati stop by!

Walking into A'Toda Madre is always a breath of fresh, tequila-tinged air!…read more My wife and I love this classy little tequila restobar located in Makati's funky, neon-glowing Poblacion district. We are always promptly greeted with a warm and enthusiastic smile. Although we know the menu well, the servers always tell us if there's a special/promo going on (there usually is) and we go from there. A'Toda Madre has, without a doubt, the best selection of tequilas and mezcal that can be found in the Philippines. Every time we go, they have a new varietal that they encourage us to try. And their margaritas are dangerously delicious. They go down all too easily (and quickly)! The food is authentic Mexican that would make any Mexican native proud. The street tacos are the best we've had (outside of Mexico) and they pair perfectly with a cold cerveza or a tequila old-fashioned. Their menu features a variety of traditional Mexican dishes and an entire page of unique, specialty margaritas and cocktails. Btw their head bartender Cherrie is brilliant when preparing any drink you may request. In short, if you find your self in Makati, especially the Poblacion area, stop by A'Toda Madre. It's consistently a five-star experience! Oh, and they also usually have great live music on the weekends - another big plus!

I was freaking out yesterday because I needed food for my cat and sand to put in its litter box…read more The sand was easy to spot in all the other groceries, but the food was a pain to look for. See, my cat is so picky and likes this certain brand and only a specific flavor. My gut kept telling me to go to this Rustan's, but I kept thinking, "It's such a small grocery. They won't have it." Well, they did have it! Just goes to show that it's not about how big or small the place is but it's what they have that matters. I had time to kill because the mall wasn't opened yet. So I hung around and checked their items. Interesting. They also did have imported food items. They also had cheese and cold cuts. They had almost everything the other branches had. Except of course, they don't have the sushi bars and the other ready to eat food items. But that's okay because their grocery is complete.