Student Life: The Ultimate Foodie Guide

If there is one sure thing that students love, it’s food. One of the fondest memories during school days is discovering new dishes to try after class with your best buds, while sharing funny stories. It’s also a great way to learn about new cultures and generally appreciate the world around you. With this in mind, we’ve decided to create the ultimate guide to some of the most delightful dishes you should try at least once while you are a student at this culinary and hospitality school.

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Life is sweet.

The famous Astoria Triple Bibingcake is definitely one for the books. This celebrity-loved cake has topped the newsfeeds on social media because of its unique take on the traditional Filipino dish – bibingka. Being not excessively sweet, it is easy to get addicted to this fluffy masterpiece. This best-seller is a combination of Astoria’s popular bibingkas – Traditional, Ube, and Dulce de Leche. If you’re interested in creating one-of-a-kind desserts like this, this hospitality school in Manila is offering programs for your culinary pursuits.

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A modern twist to your merienda cravings.

If you think that all pancit dishes are alike, that means you haven’t tried Astoria’s Pancit Canton Fiesta Cake yet! Call your barkada after class, you have some devouring to do! If you want to show your appreciation to your loved ones for their support in your tourism and hospitality management studies, it’s a great savory choice. This scrumptious creation has shrimp and fried vegetables on top, crowned with bagnet, and sealed with lumpiang shanghai. This is the perfect meal for when you need something filling without the umay factor— or, as a celebration piece for being the top student in your hospitality class!

Roast Festival galore.


Have you ever had a lechon that was so good, you were actually sad when it was gone? It’s the end of another long, hard day of studying. You’re exhausted, but you know it’ll be worth it when you get that certificate in your hand. You look forward to completing your culinary studies, so you can make time to celebrate and have fun! That’s why you should be ready with Astoria’s Premium Cochinillo – the best suckling pig you have ever tasted! This masterpiece has a distinctive flavor that you will surely love. It is crispy, juicy, and succulent – the best among all pork dishes! The meat is so tender that you can easily tear it with your hands. Imagine how delicious it is when paired with a special sauce or chili sauce. So good, you’ll want it as part of your graduation feast!


When you’re out on the weekend, you’re probably looking for something to eat that’s a little more exciting than just burger and fries. Maybe you want to try something new, or maybe all that studying has made you crave the taste of home. Whatever it is, we’ve got just the thing: Astoria’s Quadro Bilao! Depending on what you are craving for, you can choose from different variations of the finest traditional Filipino dishes. This is a good choice for group sessions since it can feed a whopping 12 people! Check this link out for the different variations you can choose from: www.purchase-astoriahotelsandresorts.com/product/fiesta-favorites-quadro-bilao/.

Japanese cuisine on the go.

Minami Saki by Astoria isn’t just an ordinary Japanese restaurant – they are committed to creating fun and new dishes that are always made fresh with high-quality ingredients for the ultimate gastronomic journey. So, whether it’s a quick lunch or an evening at your friend’s house, the Sushi Boat To Go is your new go-to for those sushi cravings! Simple, convenient and delicious – it’s neatly packaged, so you don’t have to worry about creating a mess afterwards. Feeling like a noob when it comes to those chopsticks? This hospitality school in Manila has culinary programs that can teach you about proper food etiquette.

Add a little color to your life.

We know how hard it is to stay awake during those long nights in front of a computer screen – especially if you’re working on those tough assignments. So, we thought of adding the celebrities’ favorite famous TMI. Tea. Milk. Inspiration. drinks. The sweetness of tea just got elevated with their artful, delicious, sweet milk tea creations. The sinkers are made just right – chewy and subtly syrupy. Your tastebuds will see why they made the cut for today’s food guide.

We hope that with these tips and ideas, you will feel more comfortable trying out new gourmet dining experiences during your study week. If you are interested in making exquisite gourmet dishes yourself, learn from the best! This tourism and hospitality school has culinary programs that you can take up online! To know more about us, check out this link, bit.ly/ACHI-ELearning or contact our administrators at training@astoriaplaza.com.