Whether to quench our thirst or fill our stomachs, these food and drink picks were always reliable.
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No matter how bad things get or when we’re feeling down, food never fails to lift our spirits. From the uncertainties of young adult life to dealing with this heat, the allure of our favorite meals, restaurants, snacks, sweet treats, and more cheered us up. Whether these were long-time faves we came back to this month or new dining discoveries that landed on our radar, check out our food and drink picks of April 2025.
KRISPY KREME’S FIZZY STRAWBERRY LEMONADE – RAFAEL BAUTISTA, DEPUTY EDITOR
As someone willing to go into battle to defend Krispy Kreme’s Strawberry Lemonade, I had to try the fizzy version. And it didn’t disappoint. While it’s a lot more indulgent than the original, it still refreshingly hits the spot. It’s like drinking strawberry-flavored soda but not as carbonated.
UMPAY’S – RAFAEL BAUTISTA, DEPUTY EDITOR
When I was in San Pablo, Laguna with my family for Holy Week, one of my relatives recommended we check out Umpay’s in Liliw. The restaurant may look unassuming from the outside but wow does the food pack a punch. Their East-West fusion menu runs the gamut from kebabs to salmon rice bowls, but they all hit the spot. My personal favorite was their four-cheese pizza, and their extensive drinks selection will satisfy any craving, from milkshakes to teas. San Pablo lowkey has a culinary scene worth exploring in Laguna, and Umpay’s is up there.
NERDS GUMMY CLUSTERS – GELO QUIJENCIO, MULTIMEDIA ARTIST
One of my workmates gave me a piece of this candy and I fell in love. The sweet gummy texture and the sour taste from Nerds is a perfect balance for a sweet and sour treat.
TAHO STORY – JAMES JACINTO, MULTIMEDIA ARTIST
The day I got introduced to Taho with Ice Cream at the office, I have been weirdly craving it since then. It’s definitely a great pick for a break-time snack, especially during these hot summer days.
BONUS: SABAI – RAFAEL BAUTISTA, DEPUTY EDITOR
Technically, this restaurant isn’t open yet, but I already have my eyes on it. This upcoming Thai restaurant in BGC is by the same people behind Uma Nota, and it’s location is even beside it. Sabai looks to marry modern Thai with deep authenticity, and I’m always down for that. Allegedly, there’s no Pad Thai on the menu, so at the very least, it has my curiosity about what it presents as Thai cuisine. Oh, and it also has private karaoke-ready dining rooms, so that’s a bonus.
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