What's on the Menu?:Urban getaways at Edsa Shangri-La Hotel

MANILA, Philippines - Edsa Shangri-La Manila lets you enjoy a weekend break in a cool tropical oasis right in the city, with free nights, dining credits and more savings.

Choose from these irresistible offers: The Edsa Weekender  (room rate is from P5,500++ per night inclusive of buffet breakfast for two at Heat, free buffet meals for kids under six years old, unlimited Wi-Fi, Health Club access and 15 percent savings at Chi, The Spa);  Edsa Weekender Bonus (stay in a superior room and receive P500 dining credit per day, valid in all restaurants and lounges. Get P600 for stays in Tower Wing Deluxe rooms, and P750 for Garden Wing rooms), or the Weekend 2+1, where you can stay for two nights and receive the third night free. Offer includes breakfast for two, unlimited Wi-Fi, Health Club access and Chi discounts, fort just P7,200++ per night. The free night may be enjoyed as a third night, or saved for another weekend stay.  

For reservations, call 633-8888 or e-mail reservations.esl@shangri-la.com.

Hot off the grill: Indulge in grilled fresh meat and seafood items at Dusit Thani’s Basix restaurant.

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Birthday treat at Dusit Thani’s Basix

Dusit Thani's Basix all-day dining restaurant treats guests to a fantastic birthday treat this March.

On your birthday, enjoy the best international buffet with a whopping discount equivalent to your age! Applicable to a maximum of four persons per group. Just make advanced reservations for at least six persons, and present a valid ID showing your date of birth upon arrival.

The lunch and dinner buffets of Basix are priced at P1,250 net and P1,399 net, respectively. For inquiries, call 238-8888 local 8430 or check out the Dusit Thani Manila Facebook fan page for updates.

A meaty indulgence: Yellow Cab’s New York’s Finest is a meat-lover’s delight.

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Yellow Cab marks 10th year with signature offerings

Yellow Cab Pizza Co. marks its 10th year by highlighting its iconic food offerings: New York’s Finest, a meat-lover's delight pizza; Hot Wings, four pieces of spicy chicken wings; and Charlie Chan Chicken Pasta with chicken strips in spicy Oriental sauce.

Yellow Cab Pizza Co. operates in five countries worldwide, with over 80 branches located in the Philippines. For 24/7 Great Pizza Delivery, call 789-9999 or visit www.yellowcabpizza.com for inquiries.

Some like it hot: Set your taste buds on fire with the Thai Chili Crab at Crustasia.

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Crab a bite at Crustasia

Crustasia tempts the palate with its Thai Chili Crab. Also try the seafood roll, sharksfin dumplings, Thai shrimp pancakes, steamed garlic oysters, sate babi ribs, golden-fried local duck, Cantonese ribs, and shrimp pad thai.

Crustasia has branches at The Rockwell Powerplant Mall, Makati City, 728-5463; Shangri-La Plaza Mall, 910-4096; TriNoma Mall, QC, 901-3607; and Alabang Town Center, Corte de las Palmas, 772-2968.

SSoup’s up: Perk up your palate with Maki Mi soup at Super Bowl of China.

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Relish Chinatown faves at Super Bowl of China

Super Bowl of China introduces its Super New Dishes reminiscent of Chinatown. These are the Kiampung (P180), a sticky salted rice meal; Maki Mi (P185), Chinese mushroom soup with Hong Kong noodles; Ongpin fried chicken (P170), bone-in chicken chunks marinated in secret Chinese spices; and Chinese-style pork chop (P210). Available until Aug. 31.

Super Bowl of China has branches at SM Megamall, Glorietta 4, Chef’s Avenue, Festival Mall in Alabang; Gateway Mall, SM Mall of Asia, TriNoma, and Robinsons Place Manila.

For delivery, just dial the Super Delivery Hotline 737-8888.

Just pho you: Zao’s beef pho is flavorful and filling.

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Viet fare at Eastwood Mall

Indulge in healthy Indochinese cuisine at Zao. Try the flavorful beef pho with generous servings of brisket, meatballs and tendons.

Zao is at the second floor, Eastwood Mall Veranda, Libis.

For reservations, call 470-7587.