gastrodiplomacy

By Ige RamosPhotos from the Irish Embassy Manila  Since presenting her credentials to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in September 2024, Ambassador Emma Hickey has...

By Marinel E. Peroy With escalating conflict in the Middle East, Ambassador of Malaysia to the Philippines Dato' Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino said Ramadan and...

By Ige Ramos For this week’s column, we introduce a seasoned envoy who understands that the “layout” of a table is as vital as the...

Brazil is stepping up efforts to expand trade with the Philippines by promoting higher-value, branded, and innovative food and beverage products, signaling a shift...

By Ige Ramos The dining table has long been the silent witness to history, but on the evening of January 29, 2026, at the Gateway...

By MARINEL E. PEROY Believe Australia is just about amazing beef? Think again. Their world-class lamb is melt-in-your-mouth good—tender, flavorful, and just unforgettable. It belongs in...