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OYSTERS AND MOULES AT CARMELO'S STEAKHOUSE: WELL DONE

What would a person who doesn't eat meat enjoy in a steakhouse? In my past life, I was a steak lover, with filet mignon, dripping with the luscious taste of bacon around it, as my favorite.

FEELING CLOSE TO THE CHEFS AT KEI MAKI

Open kitchens are wonderful because these allow restaurants to have transparency. Literally. Diners can see through huge glass windows how clean the kitchen is, and how chefs handle or mishandle the food.

Jollibee Brings the Pasko-est Holiday Season Nationwide

Jollibee is going all-out in spreading Christmas cheer across the Philippines by transforming select branches into \"Joyful Christmas Stores.\"

A Bizu Kind of Christmas

Bizu raises a toast to the season with a show-stopping line-up of crowd favorites.

NOSTALGIC MUSIC WITH GOOD FOOD AT THE PEN

\"ILLIE: The Christmas Concert at The Pen ushers in, for me, the real feeling that Christmas is here! It became an annual tradition when my dad was still around.

CANADIAN BEEF SINAMPALUKAN? IT'S LOGICAL!

Canadian beef simmering in a Pinoy sinampalukan may sound incongruous, but it may actually be logical, considering that Canadian beef finds its way to over 55 countries worldwide, including the Philippines.

FIRST LIFE INSURANCE CELEBRATES 65 YEARS OF BUILDING TRUST

First Life Insurance recently marked its 65th anniversary with a joyful celebration attended by esteemed guests, including First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and Insurance Commissioner Reynaldo Regalado. The event highlighted the company's significant contribution to the Philippine insurance industry and its impact on Filipino families and their financial security.

Voice of 'The Lion King' returns for Disney prequel

Born into poverty in apartheid-era South Africa and propelled to Hollywood heights, Lebohang Morake became the voice of Disney's classic film \"The Lion King\" with his powerful Zulu cry.

THE FITNESS JOURNEY THAT MADE RICHARD AND AGA BETTER DADS

Richard Gomez and Aga Muhlach shared the life lessons they imparted to their children, who are also in the showbiz limelight.

Seb Pajarillo channels past heartbreak in sophomore release

Artists, regardless of their medium of expression, also explore new territory, genre- and theme-wise, to discover and offer something new.

CESAR MONTANO REACTS TO ATONG-SUNSHINE'S ROMANCE

SINCE THE BUZZ DU JOUR IS Atong Ang's confirmation of his relationship with Sunshine Cruz, I immediately asked her ex-hubby (who happens to be my BFF), Cesar Montano for his reaction. Buboy (Cesar's nickname) and Shine's marriage has long been annulled but their bond remains intact because of their three daughters.

DA firm on carabeef import ban from three Indian states

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is standing pat on its decision to ban the importation of buffalo meat from three Indian states, citing the need to protect local livestock population against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD).

Mindanao Railway Phase 3 study complete by Q1

The government expects to complete the feasibility study (FS) for Phase 3 of the Mindanao Railway Project (MRP) in the first quarter of next year, according to the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Center.

Blueleaf Energy taps 2 Chinese firms

Blueleaf Energy Philippines of the Macquarie Group is looking to onboard two Chinese energy firms to advance the development of its large-scale floating solar project in Laguna.

DOE endorses 179 power projects for impact study by NGCP

The Department of Energy (DOE) has cleared 179 power projects for system impact study (SIS) with the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) as of end-November.

Security Bank inks deal with SMC Asia Car Distributor

Security Bank Corp., together with its subsidiary SB Rental, has signed a contract with SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., which is the official importer and distributor of BMW Group products in the Philippines.

NEDA Board OKs PH-South Korea FTA EO, 2 infra projects

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board has approved the issuance of an executive order (EO) for the implementation of the Philippines-South Korea free trade agreement (FTA).

SEC expands footprint, opens extension office in Lipa

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is providing businesses in the regions with greater access to its services with the continuing expansion of its offices.

Low GDP per capita, political volatility weigh on Phl ratings - Fitch

The Philippines' sovereign rating remains constrained by structural weaknesses, including low gross domestic product (GDP) per head and governance standards that lag behind peers, Fitch Ratings said.

EEI to raise P6 B for real estate, power projects

EEI Corp. is raising P6 billion via the issuance of preferred shares to finance its real estate and power projects.

DTI to position PH as key global halal player

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has established an office dedicated to promoting the halal industry as it seeks to position the Philippines as a key global halal player.

Cebu airport growing under Aboitiz, passenger traffic up 18%

The Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) posted an 18 percent growth in passenger traffic in November, benefiting from airlines' decision to scale up flight volume in the hub.

CAAP: Upgrade regional airports via PPP

The government's airport operator has called for the acceleration of efforts to improve gateways in the region, backing the Marcos administration's push to do it with the private sector.

Toyota Group exports to hit $1.21 B this year

Toyota Group expects its automotive parts export sales from the Philippines to reach $1.21 billion by the end of this year.

Argentina's economic recovery via free market policies and lessons for Phl

It's my first time to set foot in South America and I am here in a country with the first openly free marketer president in the continent, Argentina President Javier Milei.

Pagdulagan so young yet so good

National U is out to rebuild its dynasty after regaining the stronghold of UAAP women's basketball realm with a rising star at the helm.

Brighter skies ahead for NAIA

Local business and tourism sectors are abuzz with optimism following a major development at the Philippines’ main gateway, the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

First Metro finalizes FAMI sale to ATRAM

First Metro Investment Corp. (FMIC), the investment banking arm of Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank), has finalized the sale of all its shares in First Metro Asset Management Inc. (FAMI) to a consortium.

SMDC wins big at Asia Property Awards: Henry Sy Jr., daughter honored

SM Development Corp. (SMDC) marked a historic milestone at the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, with chairman Henry Sy Jr. and vice president Jessica Bianca Sy earning prestigious accolades for their groundbreaking contributions to real estate and community development.

SMC named top firm desired by Filipino jobseekers

San Miguel Corp. (SMC) emerged as the top company in the country that Filipino job seekers desire to be employed in, according to a survey by online job portal Jobstreet by SEEK.