LIST: P449 unlimited pasta, banoffee pie ice cream, and other food news and releases to check out
Hello, October!
One of the best parts about the food and beverage scene is there’s always something fun and exciting going on. There are plenty of new releases and brand collaborations as well as promos you wouldn’t want to miss.
If you’re up for a fresh batch of food deals and offerings to check out this month, keep reading to see our roundup of good ones we've come across so far. (Friendly reminder: Refresh this page from time to time as we’ll be updating this list throughout the month.)
Cravings
Until the end of the month, you can enjoy an entire plate of Chicken Cordon Bleu, Classic Lasagna, and Chocolate Caramel Squares for only P360 at Cravings. The promo was launched in celebration of its 36th anniversary, and the food items featured have been part of the resraurant's menu since it was established in 1988.
Kinder
Love Kinder? The beloved snack brand has just released a new offering—the Kinder Tronky—made with cocoa wafer biscuit as well as a creamy and crunchy filling. Perfect for afternoon breaks, it's now available in all stores nationwide.
Sebastian’s Ice Cream
The latest collection of Sebastian’s Ice Cream will transport you to the UK. Inspired by the British desserts that head sorbetero Ian Carandang tried during his recent trip to Manchester, the new flavors include British Apple Crumble, which has English Custard Ice Cream, oat crumble with pecans and walnuts, and granny smith apples with spices and butter; Banoffee Pie with an ice cream base from fresh lacatan bananas and sweetened condensed milk, graham crust crumble, and homemade Dulce de Leche; and Sticky Toffee Pudding that features a mouthwatering combination of date cake-toffee ice cream, toffee-soaked cake chunks, and English custard ripple.
Pancake House
Pancake House is marking its 50th year with irresistible food offerings, including unlimited pasta (spaghetti or carbonara) with chicken fillet or tacos and bottomless iced tea for only P449 from Fridays to Sundays. It also has a “Choose Any Two Snacks” deal (classic pancakes, classic or spicy burger, waffle, solo spaghetti with garlic bread, and classic or spicy taco) from Mondays to Thursdays between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Priced at P299, the offer comes with iced tea or orange juice.
Subway x A&W
Think sandwiches and root beers are the perfect match? You still have time to enjoy this combo with a loved one for a nice bundle at Subway. For a limited time, the food brand is offering two Smoky Malt BBQ Pulled Pork Subs or Wraps with two cans of A&W root beer along with two exclusive coasters to complete the deal. The promo is available every Saturday and Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. for takeout transactions.
Jollibee
Here’s something that can make your October sweeter: Jollibee now has a Cookies & Cream Sundae (P62), which spotlights its vanilla soft-serve ice cream amped up with crushed OREO cookies and chocolate shell coating.
Wendy’s
Have you heard of Wendy’s delicious breakfast meals? If you’re into Pinoy dishes, you might want to try its sandwich variants like egg and cheese, corned beef, and longganisa patty. The last two as well as beef tapa are also available with rice. Pair your chosen menu item with a cup of hot cocoa to seal the deal.
Tang
There are times when we just crave a refreshing glass of OJ. But if you don’t have the time to slice oranges and squeeze them for a healthy option, you might want to try the new Tang Fruit+ (P50), which is an orange-flavored instant drink that uses Stevia, a plant-derived, all-natural sugar substitute, as its sweetener.
Tefal
Do pretty pans inspire you to cook more? Tefal just launched new collections that are different from its usual black and red color scheme. The One Pick Pot Pan, So Matcha, and Cook & Shine lines could bring pops of color to your kitchen and make you want to let your cooking skills shine instead of ordering food outside.
Mang Inasal Ihaw Fest
Filipinos love fiesta, and when we do plan one, we make sure there's our classic grilled food.
This October, Mang Inasal is heating things up with its Ihaw Fest, offering two exciting promotions throughout the month.
From Oct. 1 to 15, enjoy a complimentary small Extra Creamy or Crema de Leche Halo-Halo with every purchase of two Chicken Inasal Value Meals (Paa or Pecho). It's the perfect way to cool down and share a sweet treat with loved ones.
From Oct. 16 to 31, indulge in a family feast and get two free Palabok solos with the purchase of Mang Inasal's special Family Fiesta bundles. These bundles include a platter of Chicken Inasal and Pork BBQ, Java Rice, and drinks for up to six people.
Elias Wicked Ales & Spirits
In the Philippines, it's never too early to celebrate Christmas.
Elias Wicked Ales & Spirits is tempting taste buds with its award-winning Puto Bumbong Stout. This festive brew is a delightful combination of coffee, chocolate, and ube, with a smooth vanilla finish. For a refreshing twist, try their Le Petit Mango, bursting with fruity mango and orange flavors.
In other news, the brand won big at the 2024 Asia Beer Championship, after being named Best Small Brewery in Asia, with 5 golds, 1 silver, 5 bronzes, and a third Country Champion award. It is indeed time to celebrate!
Din Tai Fung XLB Day
When Xiao Long Bao comes to mind, Din Tai Fung often follows. But have you heard of the special week dedicated to this delectable treat?
From Oct. 23 to 29, Taiwanese restaurant Din Tai Fung is celebrating XLB Day with new DTF signature soup dumpling dishes inspired by the Flavors of Asia.
The two flavors are Wagyu Mala, which is an umami-flavored XLB with Japanese wagyu, Sichuan peppercorn, cinnamon, and star anise; and Scallop Prawn Laksa, which has bites of scallop and prawns, spicy sambal sauce and sweet coconut.
These XLB flavors come in three- and five-piece baskets and are available exclusively for dine-in.
Don Papa Rum Panghimagas cocktails
Who said our traditional desserts can’t be drinks?
For those who love sweets and alcohol, try Don Papa Rum’s Filipino dessert-inspired cocktails infused with rum. The Champorado, Halo-halo Milk, Hakuna Banana, Ube Rum-os, and Galactic Booze Cruise are all made with fruits such as strawberries, pineapple, ube, lemon, coconut, apple, and bananas, as well as Filipino ingredients such as pandan and pili nuts.
Oktoberfest at the Newport World Resorts
Ever had a taste of Germany’s flavors? The Oktoberfest of Newport World Resorts is here to give you an authentic experience with their checkered picnic tables and heavy meat platters.
Their options include classic sausages, crispy pork knuckles, chicken schnitzel, roasted chicken, and pan-seared meatloaf paired with crispy roasted potatoes ready to knock you to an energy-filled day full of fun drinking games, major prizes, and fun memories to take home.
The festival runs from Oct. 24 to 26 this year at The Ballroom, Hilton Manila for P5,400 per head with doors opening at 6 p.m.
Royal
Softdrink brand Royal is inviting dancers to showcase their talent, apply to be the first Royal Dance Crew, and get a chance to win P500,000. Application is open to Pinoy dance groups with 16-20 members, and those who are from Luzon have until Nov. 2 to sign up. Know more about it and register here.