Boss BarBQ

The chicken at Boss BarBQ (the largest grill and barbecue chain from Korea) is the bestseller, served with ddeokbokki (braised rice cakes) and a generous serving of raw onions. Stärker beer is also on tap.

Colombo Restaurant

This place has the best view on the strip from its fifth floor, rooftop spot, as well some of the most authentic Sri Lankan cuisine (think crispy onion-and-chickpea-flour fritters, hearty, mouth-numbing lamb dishes, and cheese-stuffed naan) in town. Make sure you call ahead to reserve seats.

Nothing But Green

This café is slowly packing the office crowd in with a small but delectable range of organic food. The affordable set lunch at $12 gets you an appetizer, a main and a drink (choose from a mix of sandwiches or rice dishes), or try the “Spize Up My Life” curry chicken stew ($10.90) for something […]

Upper Crust

The organic bakery’s latest outlet is a cozy space with the same diverse range of sandwiches that’s perfect for both takeaway or eating in at one of its 50 seats. All sourdough and soft breads are handmade fresh daily, with creative sandwiches such as the special egg tofu ($8.90), roasted veggies ($7.90), and smoked salmon […]

Mad Dog Bistro & Bar | Review

Mad Dog Bistro & Bar features a casual, upbeat vibe and an Italian fusion menu with signatures like beer battered fish and chips ($21.50) and Mad Dog Smoked Duck ($19.90). Choose from a wide selection of wines to go along with your mains, such as the Chateau Laffitte Laujac 2005 ($95 per bottle) while you’re […]

Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan

Expect to pay PHP18,200 ($564) for a Balinese-inspired villa with your own private plunge pool at this Cebu getaway. The resort also offers treatments at on-premise Aum Spa.

Four Seasons Hotel Beijing

An imposing structure modeled after Chinese palaces of yore, the spacious 313 room establishment features a spa with traditional Chinese treatments dispensed at 11 pavilions as well as two restaurants, three lounges and a 24-hour gym.

Tapas Wine Bistro

This is one place that best showcases the growing acknowledgement that tapas cuisine is not about the food per se, but how the food is presented and the ritual of sharing small plates; the young and trendy are already making their way here every weekend evening. The menu features items like oyster shooters, tuna tataki—seared […]