There's something about pork siomai that just hits the spot. Whether it's a late-night craving, an appetizer to a Chinese meal, or a pantawid-gutom, pork siomai is as satisfying as it is convenient, which is why it's easy to overlook it. It's also why we're spotlighting this ubiquitous, humble dim sum—and we found that we've never eaten or thought about siomai as much as we have in the past few weeks... and we have no regrets.
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Words by @camillegeorgia21
Photos by @hansus and Camille Georgia Uy
Cover by @warrning
Special Thanks to Cover Model @ansissydatwalk
#spottop10foodapr2026 #spottop10porksiomai
Summer is in full swing, and if you’re looking for your next escape, we’ve got you covered. This edition of SPOT Out of Town heads south—to Los Baños.
But wait, why LB? For most, a trip to Elbi means either dropping off a student at UPLB or unwinding at one of its many hot spring resorts. But there’s so much more to discover beyond that. From birdwatching and forest bathing to lakeside fun and camping, here’s our list of the best things to do and places to see in Los Baños, Laguna.
#SpotOutofTown
For years, you may have put mahjong into one of two boxes: an old-people game or a gambler's weakness. But it's recently taken over the internet, as well as a younger generations' social lives.
A major player in this shift is the Mahjong Maven Club, a trio of siblings reintroducing the game to a new crowd. Get to know them and join in on the fun! Read more in the link in bio. #SpotWeekender
Written and produced by Leana Vibal @leanavibal
Photos by Majoy Siason @majoysiason
Videos by Vincent Bascos
Video edited by Jaybelle Mataro @jjaybelle
Hair and Make by Team Muriel Vega Perez @murielvegaperez
Cover design by War Espejo @warrning
Chef Francis Lacson's food in his new Marikina restaurant @digamo.mnl will bring a smile to your face. Not just because of how creative they are but because they deliver on flavor, texture, and everything else that makes a thoughtful, joyful meal. Tucked into his inaugural menu called Playful Evolution are lessons in Philippine history, trade, and geography, and it's a thrill to discover each of them while biting on his Tenga, Tenga at Tenga, or his inspired gathering of menudo, mechado and kaldereta in one plate, or a Chickenjoy-shaped starter stuffed with juicy crabmeat. Discover more at the link in bio.
(@gcashofficial tapped lifestyle content creator Luis Berba, aka @fpchompz , as a guest editor to share his tips on finding fun things to do around the Metro.)
Having a fun summer doesn’t always have to mean out-of-town trips and packed itineraries. Sometimes, the most memorable days are the simple ones: spontaneous hangouts, easy routines, good food, and moments with friends that turn into core memories.
And of course, keeping things fuss-free in the city makes the experience even better. With GCash, payments are quick seamless and fun never gets interrupted.
Swipe through for tips and read more on how to make the most of summer in the city on Spot.ph.
(@gcashofficial tapped fashion content creator Chynna Lim, aka @whatchynnawears , as a guest editor to share her tips for shopping for a summer capsule wardrobe.)
My summer wardrobe philosophy is simple: keep the clothes easy, then have fun with the styling. Take accessorizing, for example. Adding something like a fun beaded bag or a chunky woven shoe just brings the look to the next level.
And, remember, in this heat, comfort is part of the style! To grab these summer staples I keep in rotation, use GCash Pay Online for safe, secure, and hassle-free shopping.
Read more about my shopping tips for a summer capsule wardrobe (that also works beyond the season) on Spot.ph.
Type A Coffee (@typea.coffee ) has moved to a new and bigger space in NBS Park—and, safe to say, it is our new favorite spot for coffee and pagmuni-muni! ☕️🥐📚
Cariñosa is home cooking and distinctly not at the same time; who among us would go through all that trouble? It could only be a labor of love from people who know exactly what they’re doing, such that the pleasure one might get from eating here feels pointed—it feels a whole lot like some very, very obvious wooing.
Cariñosa is Stall 19 at The Grid, and now open. Read more at the link in bio.
For years, you may have placed mahjong into one of two boxes: an old-people game or a gambler's weakness. But it's recently taken over the internet, as well as a younger generations' social lives.
A major player in this shift is the Mahjong Maven Club, a trio of siblings reintroducing the game to a new crowd. Get to know them and join in on the fun! Read more in the link in bio. #SpotWeekenderMay2026
Written and produced by Leana Vibal @leanavibal
Photos by Majoy Siason @majoysiason
Videos by Vincent Bascos
Video edited by Jaybelle Mataro @jjaybelle
Hair and Make by Team Muriel Vega Perez @murielvegaperez
Cover design by War Espejo @warrning
Remember Jollibubu? Err, we mean the hanging charm of everyone's favorite bee, Jollibee. It was a limited-edition release that got the whole Philippines eating themselves full with the meal bundles at the time. If you weren't able to get your hands on one, even the re-releases, there's always another chance. This time, a friend is joining in on the fun. The Jollibee bag charm is back with the very cute and cheerful Hetty, and getting them means eating a lot of chicken again (but who's complaining?). Read more at the link in bio.
Anyone who has ever used Instagram for light stalking knows the Story viewer list is serious business. Stories may disappear after 24 hours, but let’s be real: the viewer list is often the main event. Who saw it? Who skipped it? Did someone watch it more than once? Now we have a way of knowing.
Meta is testing Instagram Plus in the Philippines, which is essentially a paid subscription that gives users more control over Stories. Read more at the link in bio.
(@gcashofficial tapped food content creator Cody Yap, aka @remyeats__ , as a guest editor to share his tried-and-true tips for doing a summer food crawl.)
A good summer food trip starts with a solid plan—and the right people. If you tend to over-order because you want to try as many dishes as possible (like me), or you’re always looking for new restaurants in the Metro to explore (also me), bringing your friends along is the way to go.
Sharing food with everyone is so fun! Just make sure you know what they enjoy, leave room for something new, and have GCash ready so settling the bill is fast and easy.
Swipe through for my tips, and read more on Spot.ph.
