Food is a big deal in Filipino culture. No matter the occasion or the number of people at the function, there will always be a spread of food waiting to be enjoyed — usually buffet-style, and usually ...

How long should a critic wait before reviewing a new restaurant? A decade ago, the standard was two to three months, a practice some publications continue. But the rush to post first has thrown many ...

In 2016, chef Lou Boquila opened Philly’s first modern Filipino restaurant, Perla (his mom’s first name), on East Passyunk Avenue. (I was a server there for four months before joining Philly Mag.) ...

The breakfast buffet is priced at $22 per person, the dinner buffet costs $35 per person — and reservations for both book out well in advance. I wanted to try the dinner buffet. Below, you'll find my ...