JOEL'S JOURNAL

An image of a low-angle perspective looking up into the trunk towards the crown of fronds and clusters of coconut tree.
April 18, 2024
The coconut tree isn't just a beautiful addition to a tropical landscape; it's a life-giving force. Revered as the "Tree of Life," the coconut gives its people many gifts, bearing fruits of unsparing bounty, each as precious as the other. 
A fisherman standing in the sea pulling a fishing net
March 7, 2024
Sourced from the bustling ports of Roxas City, Boneless Dilis is a delicacy crafted through generations of time-honored traditions.  
Two hands cupped together to hold a handful of crushed grapes, red juice dripping down
February 22, 2024
Some people are an acquired taste. Some people you can’t stand, or can only just bear, no matter how long you try to make it work. While some, you adore within a few meetings or minutes. Natural wine is like this.
Edible Memories at The Baker
February 8, 2024
For our bakers and chefs, tapping into one’s emotional connections with food is a good foundation for crafting varieties at The Baker. 
An image of a golden-brown, crispy pork belly, sliced and arranged on a wooden chopping board.
January 25, 2024
Among the staples that grace Filipino tables, pork reigns supreme. Its significance in the local cuisine can be traced back centuries, entwined with rituals, celebrations, and everyday meals. 
My Spoonful of Dopamine
January 11, 2024
While taste undoubtedly plays a role in how food makes us feel, the power of comfort food sometimes lies in the associations woven around it.