Philippines
Manila
The city's best tables, markets and bars, chosen by the writers who live there.
Markets
Sampaloc: Manila's Market Crawl From Dawn to DuskDetailed market crawl with street food highlights
How Manila's Sari-Sari Stores Quietly Run the CitySari-Sari stores and markets with food economy focus
Manila's Tiangge Trail: The Art of the BargainTiangge market shopping and food culture guide
Underground Manila: Where the City Really ShopsUnderground shopping and food markets route
Street food
How Manila Eats: Lechon Stalls, Halo-Halo Shacks and the City's Endless Adobo DebateComprehensive street food and local eating tour
Walking Manila from Rizal Park to Escolta in the RainWalking route with food stops in rainy weather
Manila's Barangay Fiestas and the Economy Behind ThemFiesta food markets and street food culture
Chrome Horses: The Riotous Life of Manila's JeepneysJeepney culture with food and bar stops
Tables
The Tagaytay Ridge escape: Taal Volcano and highland coolDay trip with Michelin dining and local specialties
Your First Evening on Manila's Pasig River EsplanadeRiverside walk with eating options in Manila
Manila in October When the Rain Still Has a SayMentions Michelin dining in Manila's rainy season guide
Driving the Bataan Death March Route in a Day from ManilaMentions Pampanga food on historical drive from Manila
Bars
Manila's Rooftops from the Walled City to the TowersDetailed guide to diverse rooftop bars with practical info and views
The Videoke Republic: Manila's All-Night Singing MachineComprehensive guide to Manila's karaoke bar culture and venues
Manila Bay Sunset: The City's Daily Ritual Along the BaywalkSunset food and drink ritual along Manila Baywalk
Coffee & sweet
Where to sleep in Manila: the Manila hotel directory