The most wonderful time of the year is here and during this season of gift-giving, the best present of all is giving time to the special people in your lives.

Reunions are truly good for the soul as they are a way to deepen relationships. If you are planning your reunions with friends, family, or workmates in the northern part of Metro Manila, here is where you can spend your time catching up while eating good food:

1. Caerus Specialty Coffee & Bistro

Location: SM City Fairview, Upper Ground Level, Parkway

This vibrant and cozy spot offers exceptional coffee and delicious bistro-style dishes. Their menu features an array of flavorful options ranging from light bites to hearty meals, appealing to a variety of tastes.

2. After Tree Dessert Café

Location: SM City Caloocan, Sky Plaza, 3rd Level

Enjoy yummy and IG-worthy food and drinks at the lovely After Tree Dessert Café. Sink your teeth in their cakes, egg tarts, and kakigori offerings, especially their strawberry basque cheesecake, giant ferrero, and opera cake.

3. Max’s

Location: SM City Novaliches, Ground Level

This restaurant never fails to deliver when it comes to classic Pinoy food. Do not forget to order their signature Max’s fried chicken, sinigang, and lumpiang shanghai.

4. Kuya J’s

Location: SM City San Jose Del Monte, Lower Ground Floor

This restaurant offers flavorful home-style dishes in a casual dining setting. Their menu features dishes that blend traditional and modern tastes such as crispy pata, kare-kare, sinigang, and their signature halo-halo.

5. Tamoya Udon

Location: SM City Fairview, Upper Ground Parkway

Tamoya Udon Restaurant gives diners mouthwatering dishes made with love. Their menu will transport you to the streets of Japan as they offer rich ramen udon bowls and rice bowls.

Create new core memories while sharing appetizing meals this season at SM City Fairview, SM City Novaliches, SM City Caloocan, and SM City San Jose del Monte.