What’s new in food this November?

Inquirer.net - Nov 13, 2026

Three international brands land in the Philippines, and an Egyptian-inspired Scotch whisky makes its debut

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How Powerhouse Parramatta, Sydney’s new museum, rewrites the rules

Nov 12, 2026

How Powerhouse Parramatta, Sydney’s new museum, rewrites the rules

“Washington has the Smithsonian, London has the British Museum, but Parramatta has the Powerhouse.” So declared New South Wales Premier Chris Minns at the museum’s opening on November 7, in a comment crafted more for applause than proportion. Parramatta is the heart of Sydney’s fast-growing west, about 25km (15.5 miles) from the city centre, and until now has had no major state cultural institution. The A$915 million (US$626 million) Powerhouse Parramatta is the Australian state’s biggest...

Is pooping during stressful situations normal? 

Nov 12, 2026

Is pooping during stressful situations normal? 

This week's question is on pooping and stress.

Several tourists from Metro Manila flock to Tagaytay ahead of long weekend

Nov 12, 2026

Several tourists from Metro Manila flock to Tagaytay ahead of long weekend

Several tourists from Metro Manila have begun visiting Tagaytay City ahead of the long weekend, which coincides with the 2026 ASEAN Summit.

K-drama One-of-a-Kind Romance: Joy and Kim Hyun-jin go through the motions in flat romcom

Nov 12, 2026

K-drama One-of-a-Kind Romance: Joy and Kim Hyun-jin go through the motions in flat romcom

Lead cast: Joy, Kim Hyun-jin Joy (Once Upon a Small Town) of K-pop girl group Red Velvet and rising actor Kim Hyun-jin (Love Phobia) take the lead in One-of-a-Kind Romance. Based on the webcomic of the same name, this modest romantic comedy joins an unusually busy November K-drama calendar – but does it have what it takes to stand out? The story follows Gong Yoo-il (Joy), an ordinary jobseeker, who crosses paths with screen heartthrob Tak Mu-yi (Kim). While the show opens on an idyllic sunny...

Hong Kong organiser offers refunds after Yuja Wang’s brief concert appearance

Nov 12, 2026

Hong Kong organiser offers refunds after Yuja Wang’s brief concert appearance

The organiser of Yuja Wang’s Hong Kong concerts has apologised and offered full refunds after a last-minute programme change resulted in the pianist performing for just over half an hour at a concert, leaving audience members feeling short-changed and prompting complaints to the city’s consumer watchdog. Audience members were angered by the withdrawal of Alexander Tsfasman’s “Suite for Piano and Orchestra (Jazz Suite)” from Tuesday’s concert at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre’s Concert Hall in...

Basil Valdez to celebrate 75th birthday with back-to-back concerts 

Nov 12, 2026

Basil Valdez to celebrate 75th birthday with back-to-back concerts 

Salamin ng Buhay will have the celebrated balladeer performing with the Rayan Cayabyab Singers on November 14 and the Ateneo Chamber Singers on November 21.

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, November 13-15

Nov 12, 2026

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, November 13-15

The cooler weather in Hong Kong this week has brought welcome relief from the sweltering heat and is a sign that we can start enjoying lower temperatures as autumn progresses. The coming days will be busy, with multiple festivals around the city and local organisations banding together to host community events. Here are five things to do this weekend. 1. Arts Fringe Lamma From November 12-22, Yung Shue Wan on Lamma Island transforms into an open-air festival where cafes, restaurants and bars...

Tony Leung Chiu-wai’s rise to stardom; M+ celebrates 5 years: 7 Lifestyle highlights

Nov 12, 2026

Tony Leung Chiu-wai’s rise to stardom; M+ celebrates 5 years: 7 Lifestyle highlights

We have selected seven Lifestyle highlights from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. How Tony Leung Chiu-wai became Hong Kong’s most decorated movie star While Tony Leung Chiu-wai is arguably the most decorated actor in Hong Kong cinema history, he would be the last person to tell you so. 2. Why Filipino actress and model is embracing GLP-1s for more than weight loss When Isabelle Daza was pregnant...

Gear Acquisition Syndrome and the preoccupation with looking the part

Nov 12, 2026

Gear Acquisition Syndrome and the preoccupation with looking the part

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The future is piña for designer Lulu Tan-Gan

Nov 12, 2026

The future is piña for designer Lulu Tan-Gan

Designer Lulu Tan-Gan brings piña into everyday dressing with Tailored Traditions, her latest collection on view at her Rockwell pop-up.

The status of ‘Status: Rejected’ in Philippine theaters

Nov 12, 2026

The status of ‘Status: Rejected’ in Philippine theaters

“Status: Rejected” follows a senior citizen who dreams of reuniting with her son in the United States, which feels like an impossibility after her fourth US visa rejection.

Singing solo again brings back Aubrey Caraan’s fight

Nov 12, 2026

Singing solo again brings back Aubrey Caraan’s fight

While acting has brought her more visibility and earned her leading lady status, Aubrey Caraan is grateful that she still gets to return to her roots as a solo singer.

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