Two Filipino spots hit Asia list
Two Metro Manila restaurants made the extended Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 list — one even landed at number 100 — signaling rising global clout for the Philippines’ fine-dining scene Philippine coverage.
Asia’s 50 Best released its 51–100 list on March 12, 2026; Toyo Eatery landed at No.71 [gmanetwork.com] while newcomer Celera debuted at No.100. theworlds50best.com Toyo Eatery is run by husband-and-wife Jordy and May Navarra and was first highlighted as the program’s One To Watch in 2018 before winning the Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award in 2025. theworlds50best.com Celera is led by chefs Nicco Santos and Quenee Vilar, opened in February 2025, and joined the 2026 51–100 list as one of 12 debut entries when it was named No.100. tatlerasia.com The extended 51–100 ranking is voted on by a 350-plus member Asia’s 50 Best Academy, covers restaurants across 27 cities this year, and the main Asia’s 50 Best awards ceremony is scheduled for March 25, 2026 in Hong Kong. prnewswire.com
