Food brands are rolling out new offerings and promotions this week.
Here are some food and restaurant updates this week.
Jollibee, DreamWorks team up for ‘Forgotten Island’ film release
Jollibee and DreamWorks Animation are teaming up for a global partnership tied to the theatrical release of “Forgotten Island”, an animated film inspired by Filipino mythology and stories passed down through Filipino families.
The film follows lifelong best friends Jo and Raissa, voiced by H.E.R. and Liza Soberano, who discover a mysterious portal leading to Nakali, a magical island inhabited by mythical creatures.
In the Philippines, the partnership comes with a limited-time Forgotten Island Adventure Bundle, which launched in Metro Manila on Wednesday, September 16, and will be available nationwide from September 23 to October 31, while supplies last.
The bundle includes 1-pc. Chickenjoy with rice and Pineapple Quencher, Peach Mango Pie à la Mode with Vanilla Soft Serve, Peach Mango Pie with Chocolate Sauce, and an exclusive “Forgotten Island” Friendship Charm Bracelet.
The bundle is available through dine-in, takeout and drive-thru at participating stores.
The film, distributed by Universal Pictures, opens in Philippine cinemas on September 23.
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“At Jollibee, we’ve always believed that some of life’s best memories are made around the dining table. Forgotten Island is a beautiful and moving story that reminds us of the power and importance of friendship, something that has always been at the heart of our brand,” Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines, said.
“Through this partnership with DreamWorks, we’re excited to give Filipinos another meaningful way to celebrate friendship, create lasting memories, and share the joy of eating together,” she added.
Brand of the Year award
Jollibee Philippines also received recognition at the NEXT Awards Philippines 2026, taking home the Brand of the Year Grand Prix.
The award was given by Marketech Asia-Pacific, with Jollibee also receiving five Gold awards and three Silver awards across various marketing and innovation categories.
Among its Gold wins were awards for its Jollibee App Game, Generation Joy Cycle 2, Jollibee App Customer Relationship Management Campaign, Bida Best, Bida Pinoy, and Jollibee’s Museum of Pride.
Its Silver awards included recognition for the #JoyDelivered Jollibee App Christmas Activation, Jollibee Kids Values Meals, and the Jollibee App Customer Relationship Management Campaign.
“It is an incredible honor to accept the Brand of the Year Grand Prix on behalf of the entire Jollibee team,” Ching said. “This award belongs to the exceptional men and women behind our brand\- our passionate teams, trusted agency partners, valued franchisees and amazing store teams, who bring their best every day to bring the Jollibee brand to life.”
Grandparents’ Day bundles
Mang Inasal is offering family meal bundles for Grandparents’ Day through September 20.
The Grandparents’ Day Fiesta Treat includes a Mang Inasal Family Fiesta bundle featuring Chicken Inasal Paa or Pecho and Pork BBQ, java rice, four Extra Creamy Halo-Halo 8 oz. and four small drinks.
Customers can also choose an all-chicken Family Fiesta meal or the Mang Inasal Buddy Fiesta bundle.
The offers are available for takeout, delivery and drive-thru.
“Grandparents’ Day is a meaningful opportunity for families to make time for the people who have helped bring generations together,” Mang Inasal president Mike Castro said.
“Through our Grandparents’ Day offerings, we want to make it easier for families to celebrate in ways that feel true to them—from a generous family feast to a simple get-together shared with Lolo and Lola,” he added.
Weekday lunch
For those looking for a weekday lunch option, LongHorn Steakhouse has introduced its Wild West Steakhouse Plates.
Available Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the set lets diners choose a starter, entrée, side and drink, with additional options available for an extra charge.
Starter choices include Mixed Greens Salad, Shrimp and Lobster Chowder, Loaded Potato Soup, Wild West Shrimp and Buffalo Chicken Bites.
Entrée options include Garlic Herb Pork Cutlet, Oak-Smoked Barbecue Pork and Wrangler Fried Chicken, among others. Diners can also choose from sides such as Sautéed French Beans & Onions, Corn Riblets, and Glazed Carrots and Baby Corn.
Iced tea or lemonade is included, while selected drinks and desserts are available as upgrades.
The offer cannot be combined with other discounts and promotions, including BFF and senior citizen discounts.
A taste of Asia: Hotel restaurants spotlight regional flavors
Beyond local restaurant promotions, a selection of hotel restaurants across Asia is highlighting different culinary traditions, from Japanese and Cantonese cuisine to French fine dining and Maldivian flavors.
The featured restaurants include Thari Restaurant at Noku Maldives, which brings together Maldivian, Sri Lankan and Indian flavors; Edgewater Bar & Grill at OUTRIGGER Phi Phi Island Resort in Thailand and ALTO Italian Restaurant at The Pavilions Phuket.
Other featured destinations include Michelin-starred Signature Bangkokat VIE Hotel Bangkok, Nova Steakhouse at Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, Mouhot’s Dream at Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort in Cambodia and Henshin at The Westin Jakarta.
Vietnam’s dining scene is represented by La Maison 1888 at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, Seta at La Festa Phu Quoc, Roku at InterContinental Halong Bay Resort and Chic Restaurant at Hotel de la Coupole Sapa.
Also on the horizon is Hanryu, a Korean rooftop bar and grill scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2026 at Meliá Serenity Cam Ranh Beach Resort in Vietnam.
Chef Pam’s bar bites extended into 2027
Michelin-starred Thai chef Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij’s bar bites will continue to be served at six MGallery Collection properties in Asia until mid-2027.
The extension follows the Art of the Bar collaboration for World Cocktail Months 2026, which paired Chef Pam’s food creations with cocktails.
Among the featured bites are Caviar-Crowned Tartare, Tender Temptation Wings, Sun-Kissed Crab, Truffle Shuffle Polenta and Squid’s Midnight Dip.
The creations are being served at participating MGallery properties in Phuket, Seoul, Sapporo, Hong Kong, Nanjing and the Maldives, alongside cocktails developed for the World Cocktail Months collaboration.
Chef Pam is the founder of Bangkok restaurant Potong, which earned a Michelin star in its first year. She was named Asia’s Best Female Chef in 2024 and the World’s Best Female Chef in 2025, according to the release.
