Asia's Most Influential PH

Food & Beverage

Feeding the world with innovative ideas and experiences

Ramon S Ang

President and CEO, San Miguel Corporation

One of the top business tycoons in the country is focusing his sights on a greener future

Cherrie Atilano

Founder and CEO, Agrea

The agricultural activist empowers communities through farming

Tony Tan-Caktiong

Founder and executive chairman, Jollibee Foods Corporation

The fast-food king created a household-name brand and has his eyes set to conquer the world

Joselito "Butch" Campos

Founder and CEO, NutriAsia Inc, Del Monte Pacific Ltd

Butch Campos sits at the helm of a vast empire of market-leading food products

Carlos Chan

Owner, Oishi Brand

With an empire built on tasty snacks, Oishi Brand owner Carlos Chan proves that strong foundations last the test of time

Jose Ma. "Joey" Concepcion III

Chairman and President, RFM Corporation

Go Negosyo’s resident mentor coaches the country’s MSMEs to optimise their potentials.

Dedet dela Fuente

Restauranteur, Pepita’s Kitchen

Restauranteur Dedet dela Fuente is affectionately known as the ‘Lechon Diva’ both here and in the United States, where she is the first Filipino to own a restaurant on the famed Las Vegas Strip

Enrico "Rikki" Dee

CEO, Foodee Global Concepts

With over 30 years of experience in bringing top restaurants and food brands to the Philippines, Rikki Dee is one of the country’s most prolific restaurateurs

Eric Thomas Dee

COO (Foodee), co-founder (Kravers), Foodee Global Concepts, Kravers Canteen

The restaurateur adapts to the changing environment by introducing technological innovations

Bianca Araneta-Elizalde

Founder, The Wholesome Table

The Wholesome Table founder is a prominent advocate of wellness and good, clean food

Antonio "Tony Boy" Escalante

Chef and restaurateur, Antonio’s Group of Restaurants

The chef brings his distinctive flavours to a broader audience

Ernest Escaler

Founder/Chair, Gourmet Farms/ACC Philippines Foundation

Founder of Gourmet Farms, Ernest Escaler, has been a pioneer in the industry since he launched the company decades ago

Margarita Forés

Chef and entrepreneur, Cibo Di M

The celebrated chef and restaurateur instills a deeper appreciation for local flavours

Chele Gonzalez

Chef and owner, Gallery by Chele and Deli by Chele

The visionary chef marries tradition and innovation to champion Filipino gastronomy

Erwan Heussaff

Content creator and creative director, TheFatKidInside.com

This well-known gastronome is preserving Filipino culinary traditions through new media

Chit Juan

Founder, Echostore

The founder of Echostore is also a proponent of local agritourism

Alex Lichaytoo

Co-founder & President, Bacchus International

As the president of Bacchus International, Alex Lichaytoo helped change the way that Filipinos eat and entertain through his importation of premium wines, gourmet ingredients and his focus on quality.

Olivia Limpe-Aw

President and CEO, Destileria Limtuaco

Chairman and CEO of Destileria Limtuaco, Olivia Limpe-Aw, dominates the world of rum and spirits in the Philippines

Ana Lorenzana de Ocampo

CEO & president, Wildflour Group

Wildflour’s co-founder enriches the culinary landscape with her courageous approach to business

Colin Mackay

Chef/Restaurateur, Blackbird, People’s Palace, Sala Bistro, Sala

An F&B genius who is known for consistently top-notch service and quality, no matter the concept

Margarita Lorenzana-Manzke

Chief and owner, Manzke Hospitality Group

This Filipino chef has mastered the art of pastry and was awarded the coveted James Beard Award

Abba Napa

Co-founder and creative director, The Moment Group

Co-founder of the Moment Group of restaurants, which includes Mecha Uma, Manam, and Ooma

Jordy Navarra

Chef, Toyo Eatery and Panaderya Toyo

He champions sustainability and Filipino cuisine at one of Asia’s best restaurants

Mark Ocampo

Co-founder and managing director, Auro Chocolate

One of the biggest players in the Philippine cacao industry gives farmers a sweet deal

Manny Pangilinan

Chairman and president, Metro Pacific Investments Corporation

This respected businessman has not stopped innovating and investing in the future

Christopher “Chris” Po

Executive chairman/ chairman, Century Pacific Food, Inc; Shakey's Pizza Asia Ventures, Inc

Relevance and quality are important to a brand's endurance, says this business leader

Leo Po

Treasurer and director, Century Pacific Food

The Po family's Century Pacific Food empire is in good hands

Olive Puentespina

Founder, Malagoes Farmhouse

Pioneering cheesemaker Olive Puentespina has successfully put Davao on the world map as the Philippines’ centre for artisanal cheesemaking.

Bruce Ricketts

Chef

An innovative mastery of produce-forward dishes characterises this talented chef's work

Romy Sia

CEO, Healthy Options Group

Pioneering healthy and organic food in the Philippines, Sia’s dedication for quality pushed him to expand into luxury wine through Wine Story and upscale pet products with Bow & Wow.

Kevin Tan

CEO, Alliance Global Group, Inc / Megaworld

The young tycoon heads a massive business empire that includes Megaworld Corporation and Golden Arches Development Corporation to name a few

Lucio Tan III

President, LT Group Inc

Taipan Lucio Tan has found an heir apparent in his brilliant grandson

Noey Tantoco Lopez

President, Rustan’s Coffee Corporation

Transforming a cup of coffee, Rustan’s Coffee President Noey Lopez transforms Starbucks into a cultural icon in the Philippines

Claude Tayag

Restaurateur, Bale Dutung 

An artist, writer, and restaurateur, chef Claude Tayag is a rare embodiment of Filipino artistry focused on cultural authenticity

Matthew Westfall

Co-Founder and Head Distiller, Full Circle Distillery  

Head Distiller Matthew Westfall is putting the Philippines on the global spirits map with Full Circle Distillery’s ARC Botanical Gin

Kenneth Yang

President and CEO, Golden Arches Development Corporation

This proud husband and father of three is commonly known as “Ronald McDonald’s boss”—serving as the President and CEO of McDonald’s Philippines.