MSG is a flavor enhancer which has been used effectively for nearly a century to bring out the best flavor of foods. Certainly, a substance which naturally occurs in one’s body can only bring untold goodness. And this can definitely be said about glutamate. It is good for you! 1. Glutamate is the purest taste of umami, the fifth basic taste. Umami taste receptors have a special affinity for free glutamate. 2. We consume between 10g and...

Nothing speaks of childhood indulgence like stuffing your face with too many sweets. For an extra special outing, why not venture away from local pick ‘n’ mix and treat the little ones to a trip to a confectionery wonderland. Chocoholics and sugar fiends — prick up your ears as we look at the nation’s top spots for indulging that sweet tooth. Cyber Candy Cyber Candy is a modern, family-run confectioner with stores in...

Most Filipinos knew the importance of breakfast. Many believed that the morning meal must give them full stomach to survived at least until after lunchtime, especially for busy people. However, other diners offer breakfast meals which may not be enough for one or with limited choices. Soon, there would be new sets of breakfast meals which surely give consumers the most affordable yummy treats to start their day. On July 16, Figaro will...

Filipinos love to eat. And many do not want to eat alone but bring either the family or friends in a restaurant to share bonding moments. Today, Max’s introduces its 4Sharing Meals! This is the most budget-friendly meal of Max’s signature dishes. The meal includes a one whole, regular, sarap-to-the-bones Friend Chicken, a bowl of hot Sinigang, four servings of rice, and four glasses of iced tea. Customers may choose from a variety of...

I don’t think it is fair to buy an ice cream on stick with P50 to P60 per piece. The coating is indeed delicious because it’s Belgian chocolate. But the ice cream itself is nothing far different from others that I already tasted. Thanks to a friend for this treat. But if you like to have an ice cream for a solo consumption, instead of a small cup or buying a small gallon, Magnum can give you such satisfaction. One stick is enough to...

Feel like eating Japanese food? Then, indulge yourself with Yoshinoya’s mouthwatering variety of signature dishes. Yoshinoya, one the Japan’s largest chains of beef bowl restaurants and a favorite fast-food brand, recently introduces new additions to their menu of tasteful dishes. Shrimp  Tempura Crispy golden brown white prawn and deep fried garnished with a special tendon sauce. **** Chicken Tempura Breaded chicken chunks...