Purple reins: Philippine export ban casts shadow over UK’s love of ube As Britain goes mad for yam, shortage of planting material and concerns over control of crop prompts sales halt The Guardian - UK · Sep 26
National Fried Chicken Day: Where to score the best freebies and deals Burger King and Shake Shack are just some of the spots offering deals today The Independent UK · Jul 6, 2025
From ube to adobo: The man who made London crave Filipino food From adobo ice cream to jellied eels, Omar Shah, the restaurateur behind Ramo Ramen, Mamasons and newly opened Belly tells Hannah Twiggs how heritage, hustle and hybrid cooking shaped his London empire – long before Filipino food went mainstream The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2025
Filipino food is having a moment – try these two bold, flavour-packed recipes From zingy trout kinilaw to smoky chicken inasal, restaurateur Omar Shah shares two vibrant dishes that showcase why Filipino cuisine deserves a permanent place on your table The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2025
David Ellis reviews Belly: A wobbly start, but there's time to shape up Omar Shah is the king of Kentish Town. His latest restaurant needs a little more thought, says David Ellis Evening Standard · Jun 26, 2025
Matcha-do about nothing: How the hype around matcha is making a mockery of this deeply traditional drink LET’S UNPACK THAT: As thirst for the vivid green drink reaches an all-time high, Kate Ng looks at the origins of the tea leaf and how the versions of it on the high street are a world away from its authentic roots The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025