Chef Jade visits Manila Philippines
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LOS ANGELES - eTravelWire -- Well, fellow world travelers, I just crossed another country off my list: the Philippines. As many times as I have traveled to southeast Asia, it's a wonder I hadn't been earlier. But better late than never! I really had a great time on this relatively quick trip. While the Philippines is comprised of over 8,000 islands(!), I spent most of my time on the country's most populous island – Luzon – and its national capital city: Manila. Metro Manila, which includes Manila and its 16 very dense "suburbs" (and I use the term loosely), is one of the most crowded metropolitan areas in the world. Despite hours spent sitting in traffic, I did get a chance to explore this huge city. If you're planning a trip out this way, here are some spots to add to your "Manila folder" (sorry, had to!).

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My trip to Manila was a bit of a whirlwind, in the best way possible. From the centuries-old historical sites, to the diverse array of cuisines, to the awesome malls and lively bars, this city truly has something for everyone. This vibrant, hospitable city deserves some serious props. It certainly deserves better than my absolute butchering of "Hit Me Baby One More Time," but that's a story for another time.

To read more about my time in Manila, click the ink below.
https://cookingwithjade.com/2024/03/06/meet-me-in-manila/