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<\/p>\nIt’s just a matter of time now.<\/p>\n
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These are not rumors, people!\u00a0These international franchises have already been confirmed by their respective local partners.<\/p>\n
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Most of these restaurants have been slated to open this year. We cannot contain our excitement!\u00a0While we have loved seeing a boost in the local food scene, it can’t hurt that these multi-national franchises continue to flux in, rattling restaurateurs and reminding everyone to always be at the top of their game.<\/p>\n
Make sure to add these to your\u00a0‘Must Try’ lists on the app. Use Booky<\/a> as your handy restaurant phonebook, which you can access even without internet. Try it out, it’s free to download on all iPhone and Android devices!<\/p>\n Status:<\/span> Open<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n PizzaExpress is a\u00a0pizza parlor that first opened in London<\/b>, with now over 400 restaurants across the United Kingdom and around 40 in overseas countries in Hong Kong, Singapore, India, and in the Middle East. PizzaExpress\u00a0specializes in handmade pizza<\/b>\u00a0and also offers other specialties such as chicken wings, pasta, and other main entrees.\u00a0READ MORE<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Reservations are not accepted<\/strong> Status:<\/span> Open<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n %Arabica is\u00a0\u201cthe smallest coffee roaster chain in the world from Kyoto.\u201d\u00a0Their dream is to expand to all over the world\u00a0is becoming a reality \u2013 and a little corner in\u00a0W City Center in BGC<\/strong>\u00a0is part of making that dream possible.<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong>They have over\u00a012 varieties of coffee beans<\/strong>\u00a0to choose from, including %Arabica beans from their own farm, which can be\u00a0roasted on the spot<\/strong>. They also serve\u00a0baguette sandwiches<\/strong>\u00a0to go with your favorite cup of Joe!\u00a0READ MORE.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Reservations are not accepted<\/strong> Status:<\/span> Open<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Tucked away in magical Mont Saint Michel, La M\u00e8re Poulard has been an ambassador of French culture and tradition since 1888. Now, they’re\u00a0<\/em>reaching out to the world. Camp out in SM Aura, you’ll get a whiff of their\u00a0world-class cataplana dishes, omelette\u00a0souffl\u00e9s, and pasta<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n Reservations are not accepted Status:<\/span> Open<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Kam\u2019s Roast Goose (or KRG) is a casual dining restaurant in Hong Kong known for its signature\u00a0roast goose and other meats<\/strong>.\u00a0Since its first branch in Wan Chai, the restaurant has consistently been part of\u00a0\u201cBest Restaurants in HK<\/a>\u201d lists, and even bagged a\u00a0Michelin Star<\/a>\u00a0in both 2015 and 2016.\u00a0READ MORE.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Reservations are not accepted<\/strong> Status:<\/span> Open<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Hawker Chan is known for serving\u00a0the world\u2019s cheapest Michelin-starred meal.<\/strong>\u00a0The franchise from Singapore was brought here by\u00a0Foodee Global Concepts<\/strong>,\u00a0the\u00a0same folks who brought in international brands like\u00a0Tim Ho Wan<\/a>,\u00a0Todd English<\/a>,\u00a0llaollao<\/a>,\u00a0FOO\u2019D by Davide Oldani, and most recently,\u00a0Tsuta Ramen.\u00a0We recommend\u00a0ordering their soya chicken, char siew, and roasted pork.\u00a0Prepare to queue! It seems everyone can\u2019t wait to get a taste of this affordable Michelin experience.<\/em><\/p>\n Reservations are not accepted<\/strong> Status:<\/span> Open<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n M Bakery is a\u00a0renowned bakery chain founded in New York City<\/strong>. They serve a plethora of sweet delicacies such as cupcakes, cookies, muffins, scones, cakes, brownies, mini-cheesecakes, pies, and their famous banana pudding. READ MORE.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n No reservations accepted<\/strong> Status:<\/span> Opening in Spring 2019<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Shake Shack started out as a\u00a0hot dog cart in Madison Square Park\u00a0in Manhattan, NY<\/strong>.\u00a0Today, it’s one of the fastest growing fast-food brands with\u00a0locations all over the world\u00a0including outlets in Seoul, Tokyo, London, Moscow, Istanbul, and Dubai. Shake Shack announced on\u00a0July 18 via their official Instagram that they are\u00a0finally coming to Manila in Spring 2019. READ MORE.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Status:<\/span>\u00a0Unknown<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Founded in New Orleans<\/strong> in 1972, Popeyes is best-known for its Southern-style menu<\/strong> featuring spicy chicken, chicken tenders, fried shrimp and others. Thanks to the Kuya J Group<\/strong>,\u00a0Popeyes, is soon making a comeback in the Philippines! Details are being kept under wraps so we’ll just have to wait and see where and when\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Status:<\/span>\u00a0Unknown<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Jollibee Foods Corporation announced just this morning (September 27, 2018) that they’ve established a 50\/50 joint venture with Panda Restaurant Group, Inc to bring Panda Express to the Philippines! Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California by the Cherng Family, this Chinese American kitchen is most famous for dishes like Orange Chicken and Honey Walnut Shrimp!<\/p>\n Which of these are you most excited to try? Which international brands are you hoping or predicting will arrive to our shores? (At the top of our wishlist is Ichiran Ramen.<\/strong> You can check out our article HERE<\/strong>!)\u00a0Let us know your thoughts\u00a0in the comments section\u00a0below.<\/p>\nPizza Express<\/a>\u00a0– Uptown Mall<\/h2>\n
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\nUG\/F Uptown Mall, 36th Street cor 9th Avenue, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(0917) 888 8768<\/p><\/blockquote>\n%Arabica Coffee<\/a>\u00a0– W City Center<\/h2>\n
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\nG\/F W City Center, 7th Ave cor 30th St, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig<\/p><\/blockquote>\nLa M\u00e8re Poulard<\/a> – SM Aura<\/h2>\n
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\nLevel 1, SM Aura Premier, BGC
\n(02) 838 1238<\/p><\/blockquote>\nKam\u2019s Roast<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
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\n3\/F Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong<\/p><\/blockquote>\nHawker Chan<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 SM Mall of Asia<\/h2>\n
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\nView all branches<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\nM Bakery<\/a> – Fort Bonifacio<\/h2>\n
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\nG\/F One Bonifacio High Street, 5th Ave, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 847-9829<\/p><\/blockquote>\nShake Shack – to be announced<\/h2>\n
Popeye’s<\/a> – to be announced<\/h2>\n
Panda Express<\/a> – to be announced<\/h2>\n