9 Budget Restaurants in Manila for Every Type of Foodie. Vegetarian and vegan restaurants were never this easy to find. Whether it’s due to health concerns, environmental concerns or animal rights concerns, going vegan–that is, consuming only plant-based food–has gained more popularity in the Philippines in recent years. It used to be that when you asked for a vegetarian dish, you would get just a green salad.
But things have changed. Restaurants have noticed the clamor of vegans and vegetarians and have risen to the occasion. After all, healthy food doesn’t have to be tasteless (or always in a shade of green). Today, there are more establishments offering vegetarian and vegan dishes to the health-conscious diner. Here, we list the must-try dishes in seven healthy restaurants in Metro Manila that you need to visit. Greens Restaurant Greens has been around for 16 healthy years. What you need to eat at Greens: Don’t pass up the chance to taste their vegetarian chicharon (P110).
Greens Restaurant is at 92 Sct. ALSO READ: 5 Delicious Food Finds in San Antonio Village Corner Tree Cafe Pipino Moxy. RICE: Allergen or Not An Allergen? Not An Allergen. Rice Rice is not on published common allergen lists. But if you have sensitive skin or have patch tested positive to bleaches and preservatives, white rice should give you pause, as eating rice that contains or was exposed to these substances could result in skin problems around the mouth or elsewhere.
Opt for healthier rice options like organic wild rice, or red/black rice variants that you know have not been bleached or exposed to preservatives, flavors or colorants. If you have a history of sensitive skin, don’t guess: random trial and error can cause more damage. Ask your dermatologist about a patch test. To shop our selection of hypoallergenic products, visit vmvhypoallergenics.com. For more: On the prevalence of skin allergies, see Skin Allergies Are More Common Than Ever and One In Four Is Allergic to Common Skin Care And Cosmetic Ingredients. To learn more about the VH-Rating System and hypoallergenicity, click here. References: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 5 Delicious Food Finds in San Antonio Village. The Central Business District (CBD) will always be top of mind for people when they hear about Makati. With the towering buildings on Ayala Avenue and the big local and multi-national companies that call it their home, it’s easy to understand why its CBD is almost synonymous with the city of Makati.
However, located near this district is a small barangay with a big personality—San Antonio Village. San Antonio Village might not be as big as other neighborhoods in Makati but it makes up for it with its different establishments packed with attitude. It houses unique restaurants that make it a viable option for foodies who work in and around Makati. Pat Pat’s Kansi (8809 Sampaloc St. corner Kamagong St.; open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily except Sunday) Ask anyone working in Makati and chances are they’ve eaten lunch with their coworkers at Pat Pat’s Kansi. ALSO READ: 5 Cebu City Experiences You Need to Try Bon Banhmi (8390 Mayapis St.; open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
5 Best Places for Healthy Eats in NUVALI - Pursuit of Passion. Healthy eating habits continue to sprout in the lifestyles of more people, judging from the growing number of restaurants serving food selections for the health conscious. Even in the eco-friendly community of NUVALI in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, such places are well within your reach if you are counting calories or following a special diet. The neighborhood has its fair share of dining spots and shops that cater to folks who are mindful of what they eat. We listed down the best places to get your healthy fix when you’re in NUVALI Where to find healthy food choices in NUVALI House of Bawai Solenad 3 NUVALI Sta.
Business Hours: 11 am to 10 pm daily You can never go wrong with Vietnamese cuisine if you’re craving for a hearty yet healthy meal. ALSO READ: Why NUVALI Is Your Perfect Family Retreat The Farm Organics Ground Floor, Cinema Building Business Hours: 11 am to 9 pm daily Jamba Juice Ground Floor Business Hours: 11 am to 11 pm daily ALSO READ: 6 Reasons Why You Should Love the Suburban Lifestyle. Global Cuisine Gems You'll Love in Tagaytay - Pursuit of Passion.
They say you travel when you read a book—the same can be said for dining! Tagaytay abounds with Filipino cafés and restos, but if you want something new for your next visit, check out these hidden gems that are sure to take you places with their authentic dishes and exquisite decor. Mediterranean: Marcia Adams’ Entering Marcia Adams’ can be described as an Alice in Wonderland or Secret Garden experience—there’s a beautiful Tuscan door, and an entrance that leads to a long walkway down what feels like a magical dimension. Trees and flowering plants surround the cobblestone patios. Clay bricks, Machuca tiles, stone statues, vintage furniture, trusses and plant-lined trellises all lend to the rustic ambiance. To the left of the garden is “Tuscany,” the main dining hall that transports you to Italy with its interiors. Price for two: P2,200 Marcia Adams is at JP Rizal St, Sikat, Alfonso, 9km from Serin East Tagaytay. ALSO READ: Why Nuvali is Your Perfect Family Retreat European: Chateau Hestia.
10 Fairview Restaurants for Foodies - Pursuit of Passion. When talking about food havens in the metro, Maginhawa, Kapitolyo, and Aguirre usually come to mind—little pockets of restaurants and cafés nestled in residential areas and made popular by word-of-mouth. Time to add the Fairview area to the list. 1. Cups & Plates Whoever says you shouldn’t play with your food hasn’t seen the all-day “bearfast,” er, breakfast meals at Cups & Plates.
~P500 for two. 2. It’s a crazy small restaurant (La Poca Loca literally means “the little crazy”) that serves big appetites with Mexican fare. ~P500 for two. 3. Offering Italian-inspired food on a budget in a homey ambience, the place has really become a popular stomping ground in the area. ~P700 for two. ALSO READ: Foor For Every Mood 4. Indonyaki is exactly what it sounds like: a casual diner serving up Asian fare, highlighting Indonesian cuisine. ~P500 for two. 5. ~P500 for two. 6. It’s not just the clever name that will make you try their shawarma. ~P300 for two. 7. ~P1,000 for two. 8. ~P1,000 for two. 9. How to Actually Eat Healthy on a Tight Budget | Go! - Globe. Here's how to eat healthy the cost-efficient way If we're being honest, eating healthy comes with a price.
Ever tried eating completely organic or ordering from diet deliveries that guarantee weight loss in weeks? Yeah, it's quite pricey. But as they say, if there’s a will, there’s always a way. 1. Purchase food in bulk When a grocery store puts up a sale tag, utilize this by buying food ingredients in bulk that can last a couple of weeks. 2. While having multiple shopping choices is a great thing, buying from multiple stores, however, is not ideal especially if you want to save money. Choose one store that is closest to you, your wallet and your needs, and buy everything you need from there. 3. We’ve all been there and done this. To save time, you can eat before shopping and if possible, do the chore alone so that you can focus on what you really need to buy. 4. Gardening is a nice hobby that can relax and add color to your home. 5. When eating on a budget, plan your meals for the day. 6. Skincare Blog & Lifestyle | VMV Inskin » Read articles on skin treatment and skin lifestyle from VMV Skincare Blog. Discover inspiring stories about beauty and health. Learn more.5 Habits To "Spring Clean" For Healthy Skin - Skincare Blog & Lifestyle | VM.
Skin care is never just about the skin’s surface. Your diet, stress levels, amount of sleep, and exercise all contribute to your skin’s clarity and health. As you spring clean your closet, take these 5 habits out to the trash to make room for vibrant, fresh, healthy skin: Junk The Junk There just is no redeeming factor to junk food (processed candy, chips, colas, juices, energy drinks, snacks). Treat Perfection As Passé Sugar, pasta, rice, bread, crackers: avoid the pristine uniformity of white options and look for healthy variants like whole wheat, wild, brown, coconut, and other more fibrous, less processed alternatives. Check out the farm-fresh produce in the photo below: imperfectly perfect, just as nature intended. Don’t Drink Your Nutrients: Chew ‘Em Because you need so much fruit and veg to make a single serving, fresh, cold-pressed juices are wonderful to supplement your intake of fruits and vegetables…but sipping shouldn’t replace eating.
Stop De-Prioritizing Movement. Skincare Blog & Lifestyle | VMV Inskin » Read articles on skin treatment and skin lifestyle from VMV Skincare Blog. Discover inspiring stories about beauty and health. Learn more.SALT: Allergen or Not An Allergen? - Skincare Blog & Lifestyle | VMV Inskin. Not An Allergen. Salt Salt is not on published lists of common allergens. But be wary of salt that has been bleached or processed, or that has additives that may be allergens. Raw, pure, organic rock salt from the ocean can even be a great skin scrub! If you have acne, rashes, darkening, or dryness around the mouth, or on the chin or jawline (or have chronically dry, flaking lips), ask your doctor about a halogen sensitivity.
If you are sensitive to halogens, it’s best to cut down on salt and iodides in general in your foods, but also in vitamins, skin products, and drinks — check out this handy halogen-free diet, and learn more about peri-oral dermatitis here. If you have a history of sensitive skin, don’t guess: random trial and error can cause more damage. To shop our selection of hypoallergenic products, visit vmvhypoallergenics.com. For more: To learn more about the VH-Rating System and hypoallergenicity, click here. References: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Skincare Blog & Lifestyle | VMV Inskin » Read articles on skin treatment and skin lifestyle from VMV Skincare Blog. Discover inspiring stories about beauty and health. Learn more.PEANUT BUTTER: Allergen or Not An Allergen? - Skincare Blog & Lifestyle | VM. Not An Allergen. Peanut Butter Peanuts, and therefore peanut butter, might be a relatively common food allergen — and a dangerous one — but the correlation between food and skin allergies is not so clear cut.
As well, different cells are involved in food versus skin allergies (you test skin allergies with a patch test and food allergies with a prick test). Speaking of skin allergies in particular, peanut butter is not on published allergen lists. However, keep in mind that many store-bought peanut butter options are processed with allergens, or contain allergens such as certain flavors, dyes, and/or preservatives. If you have a history of sensitive skin, don’t guess: random trial and error can cause more damage. To shop our selection of hypoallergenic products, visit vmvhypoallergenics.com. References: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
For more: To learn more about the VH-Rating System and hypoallergenicity, click here.