MANILA -- Since early this year, James and Daughters, the restaurant of chef Jonas Ng (Le Jardin, Chef Next Door) has been quietly serving "global" comfort food in Bonifacio Global City.

“It’s comfort food from around the world, from the places that I’ve lived and worked in, and the memories I’ve had. This is our family’s favorite food from around the world,” explained Ng.

Surrounded with greenery, the restaurant is a welcome respite to the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the city, something that will be missed by its regulars, as Ng will move the restaurant to another location before the end of the year.

The old adage “enjoy it while it lasts” applies heavily here, as Ng puts his best food forward in James and Daughters’ changing menus (although he does keep the bestsellers), veering away from the pomp and rigidity of his previous restaurant, to something that’s very honest and reflective of this vibrant chef’s personality.

Here's what we tried at a recent tasting with select food bloggers and writers.