2 Days in Manila: Connecting with the Capital City's History and Soul

Join Amy Lyons, also known as Blondie in China, for two days in Manila, moving through the capital city of the Philippines by way of breakfasts, backstreets and kitchens that tell their own tasty stories. Day one unfolds in Quezon City: silog (a uniquely Filipino style of breakfast) at Rodic’s Diner, time spent on the grounds of the University of the Philippines – Diliman and lunch at Bib Gourmand recognized Morning Sun Eatery. The afternoon drifts through Cubao Expo, conversations with Lorenzo "Kiddo" Cosio and ends in Makati with dinner at MICHELIN-Starred Toyo Eatery. The second day turns towards the city’s historic layers, starting with a morning with Dedet de la Fuente at MICHELIN listed Admiral Hotel Manila - MGallery, strolling around Intramuros, lunch at Bib Gourmand Cabel, then Escolta and the Pasig River Esplanade before closing with a scrumptious dinner at MICHELIN-Starred Kása Palma. Follow along and save this itinerary for an unforgettable two days in Manila! #MICHELINGuide #Manila #FoodTravel #MICHELINGuidePH #MICHELINGuide2026 Where to Eat: Morning Star Eatery: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/metr... Toyo Eatery: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/metr... Cabel: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/metr... Kása Palma: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/metr... Where to Stay: Admiral Manila – MGallery: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/hote... Read also the article: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/arti...