Chyl and her colleagues were extremely welcoming and the food preparation area was set out thoughtfully and had all of the equipment and food items we would require for the session. There was plenty of opportunity to maintain hand hygiene which I found really positive coming from a healthcare background. We were led through the steps of preparation and cooking and gently steered in the right direction to ensure our dishes were authentic and delicious. Myself and my partner were not new to filippino cooking however we found it very informative and we left knowing our skills have been enhanced and we will continue to utilise what we were shown when we are cooking back home. In summary an excellent experience for all abilities and great to meet more of the lovely Filipino people - thank you so much!

Dining at their home was a delightful experience filled with love and authentic Filipino flavors. The crispy fritters were addictive, while the creamy ginataang langka and flavorful bistek bangus stole the show. The refreshing buko juice and comforting miswa soup added balance, and the tangy adobong baboy na puti was a unique and delicious twist on a classic. Each dish was prepared with care, making this meal not just a culinary treat but a warm, unforgettable family memory. Truly, a feast to cherish if you wish to experience homemade Filipino cuisine around a warm family table far from the tourist hubs.

If you want to experience a true Filipino Salo-Salo or shared meal, Oyet's house is the place to go. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed like family. Following Filipino tradition, we left our shoes outside and wore slippers indoors—a simple gesture that made the experience feel more authentic. We were greeted with warm smiles, handshakes, and stories as they served buko juice and a sweet potato snack that looked like chips. They talked about their home, family, and how they learned to cook their delicious dishes, setting the perfect mood for the meal. The main dishes were unforgettable. They served adobong puti (a version of adobo made with vinegar instead of soy sauce) and bistek made with milkfish. Delicious! The bistek had a refreshing twist with milkfish, and the adobo was less salty but rich in traditional taste. Every bite was a delight and I enjoyed savoring the complex flavors. While we ate, they continued to share stories about their lives, history, and even asked about our families. The warm atmosphere made the meal even more enjoyable, and before I knew it, I had eaten more than I planned! We left with full stomachs and happy hearts. The food was amazing, but their hospitality made it truly special. Grandma Oyet's house is more than a place to eat; it's a place to feel at home. Mark Umapas

Jian was a fantastic, knowledgeable guide. His enthusiasm was unwavering as he took the group through Chinatown with delicious food that we would never have discovered without him. He also accommodated all dietary requirements, going out of his way to make sure people could sample everything. Highly recommend

Amazing Chinatown food tour. We loved every stop, the food was delicious, and the tour guide was so informative and easy to talk to. We learned a lot, not just about the food but about Philippine culture as well. Highly recommend this tour!

This tour has a 5 star rating for a reason! I ended up being the only person on my Manila Chinatown food tour, but the guide Chloe made it feel like I was being taken around by a local friend. All of the stops are well thought out and feature hole in the wall spots that I wouldn’t have ever visited if not for this tour. Definitely book this tour and be sure to come hungry!

Great food, awesome experience. I would definitely do this tour again. We also tried amazing fruit which I’ve only seen in the Philippines.

This tour was one of the best food tours I've done in SE Asia - Chloe is super knowledgeable about the origins and history of the different dishes we tried and establishments we visited. The tour included a wide variety of dishes and snacks to try and it was really fun to explore Chinatown, finding both popular/well-known spots and those that were a bit more tucked away. Definitely recommend this tour for solo or family travelers!

I had a great time with the hostess Chyl. We made Lumpia, Turon and Pancit Bihon. An enjoyable way to spend a couple of hours. The food was very delicious and certainly very plentiful. Chyl was a fantastic hostess.

Jian was my guide. He was very friendly and very knowledgeable about the city and the shops/restaurants we visited. Food was amazing and I highly recommend this tour!

Food was great and got a nice history of the area. We had about a dozen different kinds of cuisine at various restaurants and street vendors around town.

My wife and I did this tour while visiting Manila on business. It was a great experience although we weren’t expecting the sheer amount of different things we were able to sample! All of it was wonderful and we especially enjoyed that we were able to visit some very small family-run places that we probably never would have found let alone visited during our time in Manila. The variety of foods was good as well - we’re fairly adventurous eaters but I think the options offered would still be suitable for more picky tour participants. In my experience, it’s always a good sign when you’re eating at a place that is full of locals too, and that was certainly what we saw throughout the tour. Our tour guide Chloe was amazing and was full of great information about the history of Manila and of the Chinatown itself. In all, we’d certainly do it again and will recommend it to others

It was a fun, informative and a gastronomic experience. It was amazing and bery satisfying to find hidden food gems in Binondo. Chloe was also an excellent story teller, making the entire experience memorable.

What a really fun class! I am so happy I was able to do it! Very informative and very hands on! She teaches prepping and then actually cooking spring rolls (Lumpia), Turon (banana rolls, and Pancit Bihon (stir fried noodles!)

We had a great experience. Tita Oyette made several really tasty home-cooked meals - which started with a refreshing drink made with cucumber and lemon. A lot of food was prepared for our meal including misua, fried milkfish with atsara (a filipino pickle made with labanos, cucumber and vinegar), mixed vegetables cooked with coconut milk, our favourite beef steak, and palitaw for dessert. It was fun to have a conversation with tita oyette because she shared a lot of trivia and stories about the dishes she prepared. These foods are all authentic Filipino and each dish is made with a lot of natural and healthful ingredients. I would highly recommend for those who want to experience authentic filipino food.