And I know it's not easy to plan out the menu, so whether you're going to take your staff or family out for some festive Christmas dining or setting up one at home but don't have time and the chefy skills to wow your guests, here are some ideas and food packages from some of my favorite restaurants and food purveyors
A platter of refreshing appetizers kicks off my Culinary Gems experience at Taal Vista Hotel's Cafe Veranda, with Pomelo Coconut Salad, Pickled Papaya and Kalabasa, Ampalaya Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette, Puto Capsicum, and Adobo Flakes with Kesong Puti Tartlets