Every week, we round up our editors’ favorites—restaurants, cocktails, experiences, exhibits, and everything in between. Our latest list features a paella that comes with a stunning view of Taal Lake, an iconic fashion designer's retrospective show, and a bag for men and women that keeps things sleek, stylish, and streamlined. El Lago Restaurante On a day when the chaos of the city may feel particularly overwhelming and you need a quick escape, consider heading to the little town of Balete in Batangas, about an hour away from Makati. El Lago Restaurante by chef Pablo Lopez Iglesias, formerly of Donosti Pintxos y Tapas in the city, sits by Taal Lake, a picture-perfect mirror of placidity. The paella negra is particularly stunning, infused with just the right amount of broth, and a crisp thin layer of soccarat at the bottom of the pan. - Yvette Fernandez, Chief of Editorial Content Reservations recommended...
