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Binondo, a district of Manila City, is also known as the world's oldest Chinatown. Book this tour if you want to experience a local scenery while munching around the multicultural Chinatown of Manila. This is a walking tour that tells the story of the Chinese people who found sanctuary here in the Philippine hundreds of years ago and how their culture is now interlocked with ours.

Enjoy a private market tour and authentic Filipino cooking class and home-cooked meal with your host Rex in his home. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Rex grew up in the countryside south of Luzon in a family of farmers, local food artisans and passionate home cooks. Family recipes have been passed down from his grandparents to his parents and now to his generation. They have all worked in the fields and cook simple, fresh, local and seasonal meals. Rex and his family still use traditional cooking techniques and customs that they are proud of. Rex’s father is a cacao farmer and their home is surrounded by beautiful cacao trees. Rex and his family are excited to share their love for traditional Filipino provincial cooking in the countryside surrounded by nature.

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local home with host April who learned to cook from her father and is passionate about serving northern Mindanaoan dishes that have been passed down to her from her ancestors. Mindanao is an island in the country’s south with a distinctive regional cuisine that incorporates a variety of exotic spices and draws on influences from its Malay neighbors like Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your cooking class will take place in a local home kitchen where April will teach you how to make traditional Filipino dishes from her family recipes. After cooking, you will enjoy your meal together in your host's apartment. • Filipino cooking lesson in a local BGC home • Introduction to Filipino culture and cuisine • 100% private activity • Experience Filipino hospitality in a residential Filipino neighborhood • Vegetarian options available

This experience is all about discovering the charms of Baguio at night and having a good time. I’m excited to be friends with you and help you make great memories in this city.

Dine on traditional Filipino food with a local host in an historic home during this private experience in Manila. Sit down with your host, a local restaurateur, to eat heritage recipes sourced from the 16th to 19th centuries and chat about Filipino culture and food. You’ll enjoy the unique surroundings of the historic home, including a wealth of art and artifacts, and the undivided attention of your host.

Soak up the history as you slurp down the snacks on this foodie walking tour of Manila’s historic downtown, Quiapo. Visit Quiapo Church, San Sebastian Church, and two local markets, and ride a jeepney to the Muslim Quarter. Along the way, taste local delicacies, Filipino Muslim specialties, and classic snacks, as your guide unveils the grandeur of ages past.

Immersive cheap tour. I'll be guiding you each step of the way. Only Friday Afternoon, Saturday, and Sundays. Minimum of 5 person bookings. PLEASE TAKE NOT THAT THE PAYMENT IS FOR THE TOUR GUIDE ONLY AND JEEP FARES

Dim sum is a southern Chinese term that can be translated to mean snack. In this experience we will be trying out iconic dim sum as well as some other snacks beloved by the locals. A generous selection of sweet and savory dishes with both Chinese and Filipino flavors. For those who love food, this experience will be right up your alley! We will be visiting what CNN Travel has called the oldest Chinatown in the world, Manila City's Binondo Chinatown. Here, we will be exploring the side streets and alleyways to find hidden gems and hole-in-the-wall restaurants and beloved local food.

When you find yourself in the cities of Metro Manila for a night or two. Going out to explore this vibrant city might be a daunting and scary thought for many a traveler. For those looking for a great night out but with the confidence of being accompanied by a local, this experience is right up your alley. Join us for a crash course in Philippine street food as we explore the vibrant area known as Bonifacio Global city located in Taguig. Revel at the lights, sounds and smells wafting in the air as you make your way through the many stalls at the Mercato Night Market while sampling a plethora of iconic Philippine street food. Bring an open mind and an empty stomach as you experience a true culinary adventure!

This experience is designed to open our hearts and minds, to challenge any preconceived notions and build greater appreciation of Manila’s rich Muslim culture. In the end, creating a greater understanding with our Muslim brothers and sisters.

We will meet at the lobby of a popular hostel in Poblacion, Makati and start the evening with beers at their rooftop bar. The first round of drinks is on me. I will share a bit on the city's history as well as my experiences travelling the country. Afterwards, we will visit another rooftop bar known for their affordable wines and food platter. Along the way, we can sample craft beers on some of the local establishment and will end the evening at the fancy roof top bar in one of the hotels and enjoy stunning night time view of the city. I can assist you find your ride back to your accommodation or recover from drinking with some noodles and dimsum from my favourite Chinese restaurant.

Partying alone in Manila can be discriminating. Allow us to ensure you have a good time by instantly gaining friends and take you on a night to explore the best local gay scene. Our evening starts just before midnight to visit Obar. The experience includes the entrance tickets that entitles the bearer 3 standard beers or a cocktail. On weekends, we share on the table expense and enjoy drag performances by the O Divas until morning and instantly gain friends. We can pick you up at any hotel or lodging houses within the city.

Nothing beats the buzz of strolling around stall-lined streets, and striking up a good bargain. It’s the hunt for those eclectic treasures coupled with "I-can't-believe-I-found-this" moments that transform our local markets into an exhilarating experience. Spend a weekend excursion with Tanlines to off-the-beaten-path shopping locales around the metro that offer quirky, locally-crafted products at very affordable prices.