GrabFood FanFaves 2024: Vote for Your Favorite Filipino Dishes

Grab is thrilled to announce the return of GrabFood FanFaves 2024, Grab's annual campaign that celebrates Filipino foodies’ most loved food items of the year.

Get ready to vote and let your foodie voice be heard as GrabFood FanFaves 2024 touts new categories such as Top Asian, Filipino and Dessert Options. Cast your votes until September 12, 2024 by ordering from your favorite merchants!

"GrabFood FanFaves is more than just a campaign; it's a celebration of the diverse Philippine culinary scene. From well-known brands and international cuisines to our cherished local eateries – we honor them all. These gastronomic gems have been the backdrop for countless Filipino memories, and we're privileged to have GrabFood as a conduit for food enthusiasts to explore more of our rich food culture. Through GrabFood FanFaves, our platform and our dedicated consumers shine a spotlight on those who have made our moments extra special with their exceptional food and offerings," shares Greg Camacho, Grab's Director for Deliveries.

Vote for more merchants under more categories

Over 20 prestigious awards are up for grabs, waiting to be claimed by your favorite GrabFood merchants. Every order you place is a vote, a show of support for your beloved restaurants.

In the National Icons category, we're on the hunt for the best in fried chicken, pasta, burgers, pizza, and more. The nominated items with the highest number of orders will be named Platinum winners, earning a spotlight in an array of in-app features and other media platforms. Not to be outdone, any dish that reaches 10,000 orders will be honored with Gold status.

But that's not all! We're also recognizing fan favorites in Asian, Filipino, and dessert categories, as well as regional food brands that have captured our hearts. 

Lastly, for the first time, GrabMart merchants are joining the fray, with our esteemed partners like Coca-Cola, Knorr, Lady’s Choice, Mondelez, and Reckitt/Mead Johnson presenting their own awards. 

A Much Appreciated Stamp of Approval

In 2023, hundreds of merchants participated in the GrabFood FanFaves awards, giving deserving merchants the nation’s stamp of approval for their most beloved food and drink items as voted by dedicated GrabFood users. 

Millions of users were reached by the campaign, which awarded merchants across different cuisines, offerings, and areas who shared how impactful FanFaves was on their business. Cebu-based Jafar’s Shawarma Station said that “[Being recognized at GrabFood FanFaves 2023] was a wonderful way to highlight our brand as part of a collective community of services and products. Sales, traffic count, and brand awareness increased beyond our expectations. In fact, we had some of our highest sales to date because of the event.” In Mindanao, Davao’s WOW Lechon proudly shared that “securing the Top 1 spot in Mindanao really put us on the map, driving a surge in orders and drawing in many new customers eager to taste our lechon. It gave us a fantastic chance to connect with our community and solidify our reputation as the go-to place for lechon.”

These 2023 highlights attest to GrabFood FanFaves’ positive impact on the business of Filipino entrepreneurs as enabled by its highly active base of foodies. 

Enjoy special promos when you vote

With the expansion of categories and prizes also comes a stamp card promo for GrabFood users to encourage voting. Ordering from a FanFaves-nominated merchant not only counts as a vote, but also grants the user up to P70 off on their 3rd order, P80 off on the 5th order, and P90 off on the 8th order. Rewards also await those with the highest number of orders from the merchants that will be hailed as Platinum winners. These top supporters will receive a month's worth of supply from those that they’ve supported. 

For more information about GrabFood FanFaves 2024, you may visit https://grabfanfaves.com. 

A Superapp as Wingman: Grab Helps Thousands of Filipinos with Valentine’s Day Plans

Delivering on its promise of safe, reliable, and value-driven transportation and on-demand deliveries, Grab proved to be an effective wingman for Filipinos last Valentine’s Day. Thousands of Filipino couples relied on GrabCar, GrabFood, and GrabMart to create their own unique and special kilig celebrations. 

This Feb-ibig trend enabled the leading superapp to fulfill its highest number of bookings for GrabCar in 2024. Furthermore, GrabFood and GrabMart have both completed a record-high number of orders since their respective launches in the Philippines, observing a significant increase in demand not only in Metro Manila but also in cities beyond the capital on February 14, 2024.

Grab Philippines Chief Operating Officer Ronald Roda emphasized Grab’s unique position as a leading superapp and its capacity to meet consumer demand for above-par services. “It is a rare opportunity for a company to be a part of thousands of stories being created by consumers. To be able to power plans around special moments is a responsibility we gladly take. And we fulfill this by leveraging our state-of-the-art technology and platform, and expansive ecosystem of merchants-, delivery-, and driver-partners – empowering every consumer to grab the day with every meal delivered and destination reached,” Roda notes. 

To Pag-Ibig and Beyond: Going Around with Pangga Safely and Conveniently

Romance was not only in the air – it was on the road, too. Filipinos were out and about more last Valentine’s Day. This was demonstrated by a sustained peak in demand throughout Valentine’s week for Grab’s transport services. Among those who booked a GrabCar on Heart’s Day is X-user S, who joins the league of couples with dating app success stories after capping off the night with a safe and convenient ride home with Grab.

Grab has just recently made its ride-hailing services accessible to more Filipinos with the launch of GrabCar Saver, a more affordable transport option on the Grab app. For a slightly longer waiting time, GrabCar Saver passengers can enjoy fares that are up to 15% cheaper than a regular GrabCar ride.

Sugar, Spice, and Everything Nice: On-Demand Kilig Dining

The recent Grab Food & Grocery Trends Report revealed that Valentine’s Day is one of the busiest holidays on the Grab platform, with a peak in demand continuing for up to five days following the actual holiday. Sweets and pastry shops on GrabFood were in for a [sugar] rush as top orders on the platform were cupcakes, whole cakes, ice cream and desserts, and baked goods and pastries. GrabMart also played a crucial role in keeping the romance alive by meeting the high demand for top orders such as flowers, meat, wine, and homeware. 

Grab’s Dine-In feature has also experienced a surge in voucher purchases on Valentine’s Day. Serving as a digital foodie guide, Dine-In effectively helps customers discover restaurants within their vicinity, while also providing them a suite of exclusive discounts that they can claim during their actual dine-in transaction. “It’s easier and more convenient to turn plans into actual dates through superapps like Grab – not to mention the cost-effectiveness it offers. With the savings I got through Dine-In, I was able to make my date with my partner more special by adding a few more additional twists to our celebration,” shares college student Pat. 

In addition to the reliability and efficiency of its platform, the increased demand on Grab is also attributed to its viral video that highlights some real-life experiences of those who rely on superapps. The video, titled "Kwento Mo, Gawin Nating Totoo" garnered over 30 million views and 500,000 social engagement –  a reflection of its strong resonance with Filipino viewers. The online video, which was produced with award-winning creatives agency Gigil, illustrates how Grab serves as an effective partner in making things possible for every Filipino moment maker, helping them overcome challenges such as the need for instant gifts and last-minute planning.

Grab spotlights community restaurants anew in the second year of Indie Eats

GrabFood Indie Eats

GrabFood, the Philippines’ leading on-demand delivery platform, shines the spotlight yet again on Filipino mom-and-pop shops, community restaurants, and independent merchants in the second year of its most talked about food campaign Indie Eats. Bannering “Sarap na Lumalaban”, this year’s Indie Eats invites foodies everywhere to savor culinary delights from MSMEs that can stand toe-to-toe with the usual, go-to restaurant chains. 

Indie Eats is one of Grab’s pioneering efforts that support thousands of homegrown small businesses. Building on its success in 2022, the Indie Eats community has flourished and welcomed thousands of new merchant partners, providing an even richer culinary experience for food enthusiasts across the country. 

This year, Grab also partnered with renowned street photographer Jilson Tiu to give select Filipino restaurants a creative boost as they showcase the art behind every mouthwatering creation they offer. With the Indie Eats x Jilson Tiu campaign, small food businesses Barls Snack Corner, Bebette’s Pancit Malabon, Doble Pares, and Hungry Buns are given an artistic uplift in capturing the art behind their kitchen innovations. 

Pancit Malabon and Beef Mechado by Bebette’s are a must-try for anyone staying in or going to Malabon [Photo by Jilson Tiu]

This August, the Grab App will showcase the exclusive Jilson Tiu photos of the merchant partners, adding an irresistibly mouth-watering touch to every Indie Eats order. The featured merchant-partners are also given the creative liberty to use the photos in various assets as they introduce their restaurants and offerings to more Filipinos. 

Grab Philippines Senior Director for Deliveries Anton Bautista says, “Grab takes pride in offering foodies the opportunity to discover hidden gems right in their backyard. Through this, we are giving these community culinary movers the spotlight, enabling them to tap into a wider consumer base. As we grow our Indie Eats program with more exciting food offerings for everyone, we will continue to leverage our platform to allow our network of highly engaged consumers to experience the wide variety of food that our merchants can provide.”

Dobles Pares is a beloved streetside eatery in Mandaluyong widely known for its Classic Beef Pares [Photo by Jilson Tiu]

To discover new food faves and to check out the Indie Eats x Jilson Tiu photos, foodies can simply click the Indie Eats icon found in the GrabFood tab of their app. With a minimum order of Php400 on Indie Eats, foodies will also enjoy a Php 80 discount on GrabFood until September 3.

ABOUT GRAB

Grab is a leading superapp in Southeast Asia, operating across the delivery, mobility, and digital financial services sectors. Serving over 500 cities in eight Southeast Asian countries - Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam - Grab enables millions of people every day to order food or groceries, send packages, hail a ride or taxi, pay for online purchases or access services such as lending and insurance, all through a single app. Grab was founded in 2012 with the mission to drive Southeast Asia forward by creating economic empowerment for everyone, and strives to serve a triple bottom line: to simultaneously deliver financial sustainability and have a positive social and environmental impact in Southeast Asia

Summer Pahabol Ideas but Indoors: Going All-Out with Grab for a bahaycation

And just like that, Summer is almost over. As the monsoon season rears its head, it’s time to end Summer with a climactic bash – indoors! No fussing over the moody weather for the perfect farewell fête to this season. And with the array of adventures made possible by leading superapp Grab, a bahaycation may just be the best Summer hurrah for you and your loved ones. 

Here are some ideas for your pahabol Summer adventures!

Host a laidback indoor foodie party

Summer is all about enjoying the company of loved ones through special moments shared with one another. What better way to bid Summer adieu than just relaxing and unwinding with your favorite persons at home? 

And thanks to reliable online food delivery platforms like GrabFood, you can curate a unique gastronomic experience from a wide range of cuisines with just a few clicks. GrabFood touts a culinary expedition like no other – from its exclusive food merchants on GrabFood Signatures, to its must-try community mom-and-pop shops on IndieEats. 

Embrace the convenience of online delivery and free yourself from the kitchen hassles. Instead, devote your time to connecting with your loved ones while eagerly anticipating the arrival of your favorite dishes. And don’t forget to throw in some exciting activities like boardgames and the quintessential Pinoy part fave – videoke!

Bingewatch with the squad

New movies and series were launching like hotcakes over the Summer, and it's about time you catch up on the latest of silver screen entertainment with your friends! Start fluffing the pillows, set the dramatic lighting, and order the midnight snacks for an all-nighter bingewatch. But by all means, skip the queues and forget the traffic going to the grocery store – just order tubs of ice cream, packs of chips, and other gourmet treats and themed cocktails on GrabMart, Grab’s on-demand essentials delivery service. GrabMart boasts a broad variety of items that can help you create special moments in an instant. 

With the familiar cozy venue, chill ambiance, captivating movie selection, and delectable treats, you're bound to create a great bingewatch session; and not to mention the hours of joint movie review and much-awaited tête-à-tête afterwards! 

Have your much needed alone time

There is no rule saying that Summer can only be great if experienced with someone. If you feel like ending Summer with some alone time, then create that special experience for you! Embrace the tranquility of me-time and enjoy some indoor activities! Settle into a cozy nook with a captivating book or immerse yourself in the world of movies and binge-watch your favorite series. Engage your creative side by exploring arts and crafts, painting, or writing in a personal journal. Take time for self-reflection and mindfulness through meditation or practicing yoga. Or even pamper yourself with self-care rituals like a soothing bubble bath or a DIY spa day. The sky is the limit when it comes to spoiling yourself this Summer. Carve out special moments for yourself and enjoy the journey of self-exploration with activities you yourself can design using the safe, reliable, and convenient services of Grab – from mobility to on-demand delivery. 

If you are culminating your Summer with Grab, you may just be in for a lovely surprise. Capping off Grab’s All Out Summer campaign is its array of amazing prizes. If you enthusiastically embraced Grab for your summer adventures, be on high alert as you might be the fortunate winner of a trip for four to Europe. The lucky draw will take place on June 13, so stay tuned for the announcement of the winner. Other awesome prizes such as iPhone 14 Pro, SEDA Hotel staycations, and gift certificates are also up for grabs! Winners will be notified via email and their Grab app inbox. 

So curate your last Summer hurrah with Grab now. A special prize from the leading superapp may just be the cherry on top of your Summer adventures.