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Australian Rock Lobster (left) and Taramasalata with salmon roe, grilled sourdough and dill at The Peak. Handout

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Karen Flores

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1764379613474Lobster Roe.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>Australian Rock Lobster (left) and Taramasalata with salmon roe, grilled sourdough and dill at The Peak. Handout</div>If you&#x27;re looking to live it up during the holidays, might as well do it atop the tallest tower in the Philippines. The Peak at Grand Hyatt Manila has luxurious dining experiences across its different venues, offering both breathtaking views and great food.These were showcased in a recent event in collaboration with Moët Hennessy, aptly dubbed &quot;Dine Around the Peak.&quot; The evening began with freshly shucked Gallagher oysters and champagne at the Sunset Deck, which has panoramic views of Metro Manila&#x27;s skyline from 62 stories above.This was followed by dinner at Speakeasy, one of The Peak&#x27;s private dining venues (which, by the way, you can book for around P100,000, all consumable). Here, Grand Hyatt Manila executive chef Gregor Streun and executive sous chef Mark Zaragoza unveiled their new a la carte creations, starting with a lovely lineup of appetizers served with Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc: Italian burrata with spiced tomato sugo and basil; Taramasalata with salmon roe, grilled sourdough and dill; Tasmanian salmon with sour cream, green apple and lemon; and Grilled broccolini and endive salad with smoked duck breast, spiced tamarind dressing, charred grapes, and hazelnut. <div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1764331013302Gregor Streun.jpg" style="width:960px;display:block;height:auto" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>Grand Hyatt Manila executive chef Gregor Streun. Handout</div>After the oven-roasted Patagonian toothfish with raisin and almond mole came the main course: a surf and turf platter of grain-fed Mulwarra bone-in striploin, Mulwarra grass-fed ribeye (grain-fed is fattier, while grass-fed is leaner), and Australian rock lobster. These were served with The Peak&#x27;s signature dirty fries, seasonal vegetables, and a trio of sauces (beef jus, béarnaise, and chimichurri), and paired with Terrazas Reserve Malbec. The meal ended on a sweet note with a Le Petit Chef experience at the Veranda. The Grand Dessert consists of strawberry shortcake, Italian meringue, red fruit coulis, chocolate pearls, and fresh strawberries -- which you can assemble yourself using fun accessories like a large syringe of cream and a torch for caramelizing.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1764331825055Le Petit Chef Grand Dessert.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>Grand Dessert by Le Petit Chef. Handout</div>&quot;The vision behind &#x27;Dine Around The Peak&#x27; was to create a seamless journey through flavor, ambiance, and storytelling,&quot; said Streun. &quot;Each venue offers a distinct personality, and together they form a culinary narrative that celebrates height, luxury, and the artistry of dining.&quot;&quot;We wanted the menu to reflect both sophistication and surprise,&quot; added Zaragoza. &quot;From the earthy mole with Patagonian toothfish to the playful torching of desserts, every dish was designed to engage the senses and elevate the experience.&quot;From here, there were two ways to close the night: head to the outdoor deck of the Music Lounge for drinks and entertainment, or spend the night in one of Grand Hyatt Manila&#x27;s elegantly appointed rooms. I chose the latter -- but either way, you can&#x27;t go wrong.<div>Xiaolongbao Day at Din Tai Fung</div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1764328320581DTF XLB DAY 2025 - BIRTHDAY BASKET.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>Din Tai Fung&#x27;s XLB Day birthday basket. Handout</div>Heads up, dumpling fans: Din Tai Fung&#x27;s Xiaolongbao (XLB) Day is back at Din Tai Fung as the Taiwanese chain celebrates its 10th anniversary in the Philippines. Until December 3, Din Tai Fung is offering a &quot;birthday basket&quot; featuring different flavors of its world-famous XLB. Each contains a total of 10 soup dumplings, and half of these are classic flavors: Pork, Pork with Nomad Caviar, Chili Crab and Shrimp, Pork and Truffle, and Foie Gras and Chicken. The remaining five are inspired by regional cuisines, and were released in previous XLB Day celebrations: Prawn Tom Yum, Pork Kurobuta Ramen, <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/2024/10/23/new-eats-din-tai-fung-marks-xiaolongbao-day-with-2-new-flavors-1518">Scallop and Prawn Laksa</a>, Wagyu Pho, and Wagyu Mala.Each Din Tai Fung branch will only serve 100 of these baskets a day, so make sure to go early. <div>Bizu&#x27;s Christmas collection<img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1764328463644Bizu Holiday Spread_A.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>Bizu&#x27;s holiday spread. HandoutBizu Patisserie has just unveiled its Christmas collection which consists of dishes for the holiday table as well as festive desserts and curated gift boxes.</div>Aptly dubbed &quot;A Feast for the Senses,&quot; the lineup is all about show-stopping eats, both savory and sweet. Bizu has prepared a slew of holiday centerpieces such as Kurobuta Rib Roast, Beef Tenderloin with Black Garlic and Truffle Jus, and bone-in Herb-Crusted Australian Leg of Lamb.Eye-catching desserts include the Macaron Noël Tree (which has 15 macarons arranged as a Christmas tree), Queso de Bola Cake, Basque Cheesecake with Salted Pecans, and the seasonal Christmas Yule Log and Signature Fruitcake.Known for its macarons, Bizu is offering two holiday flavors this year: Queso de Bola with Dulce de Leche and Valrhona with Cacao Nibs.Of course, its signature dishes are still available for the holidays. There&#x27;s the 10-hour Roast Beef, Beef Tenderloin with Black Garlic and Truffle Jus, Whole Roast Turkey, and Whole Leg Bone-in Ham, among others. Things can get busy during the Christmas rush, so best to place your orders early. Last day for orders for December 24 and 31 are on December 21 and 28, respectively. If you prefer pickup over delivery, you may also visit Bizu&#x27;s branches at Greenhills Promenade, Alabang Town Center, Robinsons Magnolia, Mitsukoshi BGC, or Rockwell South Clubhouse, or the Bizu Catering Studio in Makati.

If you're looking to live it up during the holidays, might as well do it atop the tallest tower in the Philippines.

If you're looking to live it up during the holidays, might as well do it atop the tallest tower in the Philippines.

What's new in food: Dine around The Peak, Xiaolongbao Day, Bizu's Christmas collection

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What's new in food: Dine around The Peak, Xiaolongbao Day, Bizu's Christmas collection

Karen Flores Layno,

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Published Nov 29, 2025 10:00 AM PHT

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