Likeminded partners Chris Joseph and Rowena Romulo, though with an international perspective on life — and everything that revolves around it — were both born and bred in the Philippines. And thus, they have dearly relished a shared bond over Filipino tradition

and culture…and food! Today, they gladly wish to impart this passion with the world.

Rowena belongs to a storied lineage which has significantly influenced the course of Philippine history. A grandchild of statesman Carlos P. Romulo, the only Filipino president of the United Nations General Assembly, not to mention several uncles in government posts and elected positions, she grew up with a profound pride of our islands. She eventually became a global banker, with an extensive career which lasted over 30 years at Citi and JP Morgan, with roles in the financial cities of New York, Milan and London.

Chris is one of seven siblings, who are all passionate and excelled in sports, with some of his brothers becoming national swimmers bedecked with personal medals and one eventually becoming an Olympian contender. With his patriarch being a popular public broadcast personality, he was armed with values of hard work and dedication. After a career start at Domino’s Pizza, he led the international division of Blimpie Subs and Salads and Krispy Kreme. He later returned to Domino’s for the Middle East and Pakistan regions. Once he was back in the United Kingdom, he closely collaborated with Esquires Coffee and a delivery startup called Dinein.co.uk, which further exposed him to the industry.