If there is one place that is synonymous to Progressive Philippine Cuisine for quite some time here in Manila, it will be Toyo Eatery. This place has been considered as a mecca for Filipino cuisine since it opened its doors in 2016.

Chef Bruce Ricketts who is self-taught has long developed an obsession in perfecting his version of Japanese cuisine. He has been one of the pioneers of intertwining classical Japanese dishes with local Filipino ingredients

Thank you Chef Stephan and Karen for an amazing experience, serving up a gastronomic meal that just crossed borders and made you feel happy with where Philippine cuisine is headed.

I am super excited though for our next destination as we are visiting the famed Gallery by Chele, Chef Chele Gonzalez is an award-winning Spanish Chef who is quite famous here…

Lampara is the next place, head chef RJ Ramos is a good friend as we were both assigned to work in Paris at the same time about a decade ago. I am so happy to see what he has done with the place and the menu.

As the meal progressed the dishes got deeper into our archipelago’s rich culinary heritage and showcased foraged produce that symbolizes the depth and talent of Hapag’s team.