Beyond the Filipino “classics” and comfort foods that dominate tables and menus lies a treasure trove of regional dishes that rarely make the culinary spotlight. These are the quiet and discrete classics of the Philippine archipelago — dishes passed down through generations, shared at family gatherings, sold in small-town markets...

In photo: Chef Sonny Mariano prepping a dish       When it comes to dessert, daring was the name of the game as TasteSetters® and Clara Olé took center stage at ICEGEX 2025, held last October 25 at the World Trade Center. In his live demo, Chef Sonny Mariano...

Whether it’s the aroma of a sour broth wafting through lazy afternoons, or the sight of a hearty adobo simmering on a kalan, every Filipino carries memories of their childhood comfort food. These memories might seem eternal and unchanging, but the recipes in them have always defied stagnancy — they...

What if you could taste tomorrow’s trends today? Last October 3–4 at the Brittany Hotel, BGC, TasteSetters® made that happen with their participation in the CCA Tikim Weekend. The team captivated with a flavorful one-two punch: a presentation of the Taste Trends 2026–2027 video (insert hyperlink here), followed by a...

Last August 9, TasteSetters® participated at the World Filipino Food Congress, as a part of the first International Manila Food Festival at Newport World Resorts. The event marked an important milestone for Filipino cuisine, with a focus on blending heritage and innovation. Industry leaders, culinary schools, and global voices came...

The culinary scene is defined by rapid and constant change inspired by those with an insatiable passion for food, whether connoisseurs, home cooks, or professional chefs. Their unrelenting enthusiasm, boundless creativity, and exceptional skill drive innovation. Explore a melting pot of exciting new flavors and dishes in the up-and-coming Taste...

 Another day at the 2024 World Food Expo has wrapped up, and so many exciting conversations, consultations, and demonstrations happened around the food and beverage industry.   Over at the TastesettersⓇ booth, chef and entrepreneur Wado Siman conducted a cooking demo using the brand new line of TastesettersⓇ Brand...

 Spice up your kitchen game with the third part of our special four-day Easy Gourmet culinary showcase at the 2024 World Food Expo (WOFEX), where Chef Celina David follows the flavor-packed demonstrations of Chef Sonny Mariano and Chef Wado Siman. With her expertise in recipe and menu development, pastry...

  In the grand finale of our special four-day Easy Gourmet culinary showcase at the 2024 World Food Expo (WOFEX), Chef Nathaniel Uy a.k.a. “The Hungry Chef” takes the stage as the fourth and final Flavor Maestro to explore the versatile range of TastesettersⓇ Brand products following Chef Sonny Mariano,...

 The World Food Expo is back for its 24th year, and if you’re looking to discover new products for your business, our TastesettersⓇ Collab team is excited to meet you there, as they launch a new line of ready-to-use, shelf-stable concentrated sauces and dessert pastes! Our Tastesetters® chefs and...