Caterers, Food and beverage services in Manila

Need to find a caterer for an extra special event?  Here are three of the Top Catering companies in Manila

 

Le Chef Catering

As the catering arm and owning company of The French Corner, Chef Billy King’s latest culinary undertaking is proving to be a smash hit. The genius behind it is none other than William “Billy” King himself, former executive chef of the Intercontinental Hotel, the well-loved Le Soufflé restaurant in Manila, The Alpha in Makati city and The Manor Restaurant at Camp John Hay in Baguio city. Known for his multi-cultural influences, King had wanted to become a chef since the age of nine. Trained under chefs from Switzerland and Ireland, King eventually began to cook for the The Chateau restaurant in London’s Intercontinental Hotel. After a brief stint in India, King settled down in the Philippines, taking with him years of experience, training, and age-old secrets from his European mentors. Today, Le Chef is considered a favorite amongst food and beverages services in Manila, catering intimate events like baptisms and wedding anniversaries to banquets and corporate parties for over a hundred guests. Rest assured, the King himself can be seen coasting from table to table at your event, making sure everything is up to his standards.

The Alpha by Chef Billy King is on the 6th Floor, Alphaland Southgate Tower, 2258 Chino Roces cor. Edsa, Makati City. Telephone: 310-5201 or 310-5614.

Cibo di M

After returning from Italy in 1986, Gaita Fores’ four month cultural immersion led her to begin doing catering jobs at small gatherings mostly for friends of the family willing to help out her venture in the culinary world. Using second hand silverware, china and equipment, Fores slaved over a hot stove getting the ins-and-outs of her mom and pop operation in full swing. As her profession of choice, Fores continued to beef up her reputation for a decade while allowing clients to flood in, until finally, her restaurant Cibo was born.

Currently with an entire commissary at the White Space warehouse in Pasong Tamo, Cibo di M (which stands for Food of Margarita) catering continues to wow its clients at every event—its signature dishes and quintessential Italian influence mixed with a flair of Filipino ingenuity has already become somewhat of an attraction for foodies at all sorts of events. From a wedding to a gallery show opening, Fores’ trendy yet classic dishes are always a hit. At present, Fores runs not only her catering service but the restaurants Cibo, Pepato and Lusso, the delicatessen line Gastrotecca, the food-delivery services called the Sostanza Healthline, and Flori di M, her flower arrangement company—which will, of course, take care of all those floral centerpieces at your next party!

Via Mare

For the party with traditional Filipino flair, Via Mare will always remain a top pick for party planners that want their guests to feel the comfort of a home-cooked meal, Pinoy style. As one of the finest, oldest and most-trusted food and beverage services in Manila, Via Mare is a veteran at catering buffet parties, receptions, conventions and private engagements—corporate or casual. Their world-class service, coupled with an exceptional staff trained to suit the most pedantic of guests, the well-appointed china, crystal and silverware, all make for an easy-breezy party planning experience that will definitely be hassle-free. 

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Japanese Restaurants in Metro Manila

The mention of Japanese food may at first seem daunting. What with the thoughts of raw fish and high prices stereotypically linked to this kind of cuisine. But over the years, Japanese food has definitely become more accessible and budget friendly and is currently a popular choice for get-togethers as well as special occasions.

When thinking of Japanese food, most minds would generally default to sushi, which is cooked rice with other ingredients including vegetables, fruit, and usually raw fish. This stereotype is not far off the mark since Japan’s location and climate have gifted it with plenty of fresh seafood and it is understandable why they would consume it in its most unadulterated state – raw. You can get your sushi fix at any or all of the restaurants in Little Tokyo in Makati, lovingly dubbed as such for the many Japanese food establishments and shops that have popped up there. 

If raw fish is not your thing, you could opt for the equally popular ramen. Establishments like Kenji Tei give patrons an authentic taste of Japanese ramen. Choose from the many steaming soy, miso, and salt based broths or switch it up with a plate of hiyashi chuka or cold ramen.

Most Japanese restaurants have donburi sections on their menus, which is a bowl of rice with your choice of toppings. As such, it appeals well to rice-loving Filipinos. The more popular of these rice bowls would have to be katsudon, or Japanese breaded pork chops and rice, and tempuradon, or deep-fried seafood with vegetables and rice, which you can find at most Japanese restaurants including the popular Teriyaki Boy. Fast food goers can also order a more affordable version of their favorite donburi at any branch of Tokyo Tokyo. For heftier appetites, bento boxes add side dishes and occasionally dessert to the rice meal.

Tanabe at the Mall of Asia has an extensive nabemono or hot pot menu. Set platters of vegetables, fresh seafood and prime meats are available, or guests may also customize by ordering additional portions to be cooked tableside. While you wait for the soup to cook, browse though their appetizer menu and try a bit of uniyaki – grilled sea urchin, or gyu tataki – rare beef in shoyu sauce.

Japanese buffets are also popular in the Metro and give guests the option to try a little bit of everything. Familiar names like Saisaki and Zensho have tables lined with sushi, Japanese salads, rice, noodles, meats and seafood. The teppanyaki stations set the mood as you watch chefs cook your chosen cuts of Japanese beef, pork and chicken. Newer restaurants like Yakimix have a buffet of cooked dishes as well as marinated raw items which guests may cook themselves on the yakiniku grills installed in the tables.

So treat your senses to a feast. Head to a Japaneserestaurant near you and have your favorite Japanese dish or even try something new.

Manila Bakeries List

Many Filipino stay-at-home moms often experiment in their own kitchens by baking different kinds of cakes, cupcakes, cookies and other pastries. And sometimes, these hobbies of theirs turn into their next big idea for a new business venture. There are now so many corner bakeries in the food and beverage services in Manila.  Some of the best ones include Sophie’s Mom Bakery & Confectionary, Karen’s Kitchen and Mom & Tina’s Bakery Café.

 

Sophie’s Mom Bakery & Confectionary’s is a small bakeshop located in Santol St. Cor Aranga St. San Antonio Makat City.  The bakery has a very warm and homey vibe making it very welcoming to its guests. Tonette Rosal is a mother of three daughters (“Sophie” being the eldest) decided to start this business so that more people can enjoy her red velvet cupcakes. But aside from Sophie’s mom’s very popular homemade cupcakes, they also sell mochi truffles, mochi ice cream, tarts, cookies and other specialty breads.  They also have recently opened more branches, located at the ground level of SM Megamall A, ground level of SM MOA, The Block at SM North Edsa and ground level of SM South Mall.

Karen’s Kitchen is another bakery on the of list food and beverage services in Manila that started out as a hobby. Karen Young was a dessert enthusiast and later on learned how to bake for fun and for creative expression. She had the chance to live abroad and was able to study all kinds a cake decorating classes and other dessert making lessons. In 2003, Karen started her business in Palm Village Makati and by 2007 her business was incorporated as KEY Specialty Foods, Inc. Karen’s Kitchen is now located at 428 Adalla St. Guadalupe Viejo, Makati City. Their best selling cakes are their Red Velvet and Chocolate Ganache Cake. Some of their other cakes are Apple Crisp, Banana Cream Slice, Blue Berry Sans Rival and many other yummy ones. They also serve frozen desserts and cookies.

Mom & Tina’s Bakery Café also started out as a mother and daughter pastime. The Bakery café now serves traditional home cooked meals and fresh out of the oven pastries and baked goodies. Mom & Tina’s currently has three branches located at; E. Rodgriguez Jr. Ave. Ugong, Pasig City, Tropical Palm Plaza, Perea cor Dela Rosa St Legazpi Village, Makati and Katipunan Ave Loyola Heights, Quezon City. All these three very accessible venues have an extremely cozy and laid back ambiance so that guests can just relax with their family and friends while waiting for their favorite meals to be served. Besides their wide variety of cupcakes, cookies, muffins and other pastries, Mom & Tina’s also offer all day breakfast meals, soups, appetizers, pastas, salads and sandwiches.

SPANISH RESTAURANTS IN MANILA

Manila has a myriad of restaurants that serve all kinds of food from different countries around the world. From Thai food to Italian cuisine, Manila most probably has it all. But if you are looking for restaurants that serve Spanish foods, then there are definitely a few on the list of restaurants in Manila that will definitely serve what you are looking for.

First on the list of restaurants in Manila that you can go to if you want to try some Spanish food is Casa Roces in San Miguel, Manila. The restaurant serves both Filipino and Spanish cuisine, and is open from Monday to Friday from 9am to 9pm. On Saturdays they are open at 9am to 10pm, and on Sundays they are open at 8am to 9pm. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as coffee is you want to stop by and just have a nice steaming cup of caffeine in your system and drinks. You can reserve a place in restaurant if you want or just walk in. You can take your food home if you prefer to eat home, and there are also seats outside of the restaurant if you want to “eat out”. They have valet parking and you can with your credit card. Their specialties include Choritos en Balsamico, Truffle Mushroom Puree, Lengua Caesar Salad, Lengua in Mushroom-Cognac Sauce, Oven-baked Salmon Wellington, and Malacanang Frozen Souffle. 

Another place you can go to for Spanish food is Casa Armas Tapas Bar Y Restaurante. This restaurant has a number of branches. There is one in Malate, two in Makati, and one in Mandaluyong. The restaurant is a bit pricy because their prices go from 500 to 999 pesos. Their specialties include Gambas al Ajillo, Chorizo Frito, Paella, Cochinillo, Snipe Bird Adobo Flakes, Lengua Estofada, Tortillia Paisana, Tabla Casa Armas Especial, Calamares Fritos and Croquetas de Pollo.

 
Another place that’s on the list of restaurants in manila is Café Adriatico which has a branch in Malate, Quezon City in Gateway Mall, and in Pasay in SM Mall of Asia. This restaurant serves both Filipino and Spanish food. For a budget of 200-499 pesos, you can avail of their yummy meals. They’re specialties are Salpicao, Callos, Chocolate Eh, Spareribs Adobo, Classic Burger, Cheese, Chocolate Fondues, Omelets, and salads. They also serve Chicken ala Kiev, Salpicao Rice, Elngua Estufada, Classic Café Adriatico Burger, Pancit Palabok, and other authentic Spanish hot chocolate.

Another restaurant on the list of restaurants in Manila where you can get Spanish food is Guernica’s Restaurant in M.H. del Pilar St., Manila. For 200-499 pesos you can get a lot of their specialties like Tabla de Jamon Serrano, Spanish Cocktail Sausage, Ensalada de Chef, Callos, Paella Ala Valenciana, and Pasta con Mariscos.

Italian Restaurants in Manila

Living in the metro is somewhat hassle. You will have to deal with crowded streets, endless traffics, unclean environment, and of course, a fast-paced lifestyle in a day to day basis. All of these can really be exhausting and can surely sap you out of your energy. But since you are in the metro, a lot of stress-relieving places and undertakings are available to get you on your feet again.  You can enjoy a pampering night at the posh Spa; take a road trip to a nearby town while enjoying the sceneries along the way; or you can have a taste of other country’s specialties in the various restaurants swarming along the Metro Manila.

            Treat yourself a fleeting trip to Italy as your palates enjoy the savory Italian dishes.   Here is a list of restaurants in Manila that offer the best Italian cuisine that could help you in your Italian adventure.

            The Spiral offers the “ultimate buffet in the country”. Located at Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, Pasay City, Manila, the Spiral’s innovative approach to dining made it as one of Manila’s most frequented and best-loved restaurant.  The Italian dishes serve here are beyond par.  The main feature of this restaurant is its 21 dining ateliers where the secret recipes of their sumptuous banquet are being unfolded before your very eyes.

            Finding this next incredible Italian restaurant can be a bit of a challenge, but it’s all worth it! Situated in a small street in Paco, Manila, My Kitchen by Chef Chris is real gem in the Italian cuisine.  Your taste buds will never get enough of the traditional Italian dishes, yet unique enough to have you crave for more.  Don’t forget to try the Panizzas – the main reason that’s bringing in eaters in droves!

            L’Opera Ristorante Italiano is also a must-try Italian Resto.  Stepping in the restaurant will already transport you in the heart of Italy as the ambiance; murals on the walls, quaint background music being played are all very Italian.  The patrons can dine on extensive menu: homemade pastas, lobster, Carpaccio, duck-filled raviolis, and a wide array of Italian cheeses.  Their wine selection is also to be applauded and can even compete with the town’s best enoteca bars.

            Italian restaurants are traditionally family-owned, thus a warm and friendly accommodation is expected when you dine in. This atmosphere somehow makes the Italianni’s Restaurant in Greenbelt 2 a favorite among the Italian food-lovers.  A wide selection of Italian dishes are on hand, and undoubtedly very tasty.  The excellent service plus the picturesque oasis if you opted to dine outdoor definitely make this restaurant worth a visit!

            The list of restaurants in Manila that offers a great Italian gastronomical adventure can be long and wide.  Make it a point to try each restaurant if you really want to have a feel of Italy!

The Fort Restaurants

The Fort Bonifacio or also known as Bonifacio Global City is probably one of the most high end places in Metro Manila. This is one of the most highly urbanized districts in Taguig. In the past years, this area in Metro Manila went through a lot of development in terms of commercial industry. This was possible because of the proceeds from the sale of the military estate owned by the Bases Conversion and Development Authority.
Local and foreign tourists will definitely delight themselves with the endless list of food establishments in this area. The options in list of restaurants in manila which are capable of offering a wide range of gastronomical treats would include establishments in the posh area of The Fort.

Below are some of the most notable restaurants around The Fort:

If you are looking for fresh and light dishes, STELLA wood fire bistro is the right place to go. This food establishment can offer the best meals which are cooked through the use of wood fire oven. This is a sister company of Chelsea and comes from the owners of Museum Café. It aims to be the most salient resto in around the Bonifacio High Streets which offers the best dishes.

SLICE is another place for homey and cozy resto which offers natural and healthy food products. This is owned by Senator Pia Cayetano which is a health buff herself.

ARIA is another destination for food lovers in The Fort. This has been one of the most popular food places in Boracay back in 2003. This resto boasts home-made pasta and pizzas baked through wood fire ovens.

If you love the New Yorker lifestyle, NOLITA is a perfect place for you. This is an NYC-inspired resto in Bonifacio Global City owned by Chef Cuit Kaufman. Food fans will surely love authentic and huge New York style pizzas alongside famous American comfort food included in their menu. The laid back ambiance of the resto is a perfect get away for those who would want to spend time with friends after a long day of work.

One of the most unique concepts for a resto is the ‘Cue. This is a modern day barbecue house which is home for customizable or more personalized barbecue rendezvous. Guests can choose the type of meat that they would want and how it should be cooked. The toppings and sauces are the choices of the guest themselves. This is definitely one of the most unique culinary places in the Fort.

These are just some of the many restos in a long list of restaurants in Manila. Food lovers will surely adore The Fort for the diversity and boldness of the gastronomic treats in this posh side of the metro.

Milkshakes in Manila

Milkshakes are a treat for children and adults alike. This rich creamy thick drink is made with milk, ice cream, sweeteners and flavorings. This non alcoholic beverage beats the a heat and keeps the head cool and the belly full. Fast food chains to dine in restaurants serve this sinful drink in different variations and goodness. Luckily, Metro Manila houses a pretty good number of restaurants, from fast food chains to humble casual dining, that serve this nutritious drink.

Probably everyone’s favorite pizza joint, Shakey’s serves great pizza and super shakes to complement the already rich meal. The super shakes have done justice to the childhoods of many people and are often shared with the next generations. Their milkshake flavors include chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, mango and coffee. They cost around 100 php to 125 php depending on the size. For the sweet tooth, the vanilla flavor is preferable.

Mcdonald’s has a say when it comes to milkshakes. Being a fast food restaurant, milkshakes are not traditionally prepared by manually mixing the ingredients, instead a machine produces this goodness. Available vanilla, chocolate and strawberry, their milkshakes are ideal after school and for those running along looking for a quick drink. Fans of the hot fudge sundae can taste a glimpse of it in the chocolate milkshake. This drink costs around 55 php to 65 php.

Starr’s Famous Shakes is a little snack place along Katipunan, Quezon City that concentrates on it’s greatest strength: milkshakes! Starr’s gives the milkshake fan a whole new world with 4 unique categories: Starr’s famous milkshakes (classic flavors), do your shake a flavor (make your own shake, Starr’s V.I.P. shake (combination flavors) and Starr’s sugar free flavors (for those counting calories). Classic flavors are banana, caramel, cherry, chocolate, cookies n’ cream, latte, strawberry, vanilla and mixberry. Classic shakes go for 80 php. In do your shake a flavor, customers can choose any classic flavor and pick ingredients to make their own unique blend. Toppings such as butterfinger, candy sprinkles, Nestle crunch, wafer sticks and whipped cream can be mixed with almonds, cashew, cheesecake, cookie dough, mint choco, Oreos and more. The V.I.P. milkshakes go for 95 php and some flavors are bubblegum, mixberry and banana, strawberry cheesecake and choco banana split. Probably the ultimate place for milkshakes in terms of diversity and affordability.

Charlie’s Grind and Grills is primarily known as serving some of the best burgers in the Metro. Now they will be known for their milkshake. Charlie’s serves wagyu burgers, black angus burgers, sandwiches, cheesesteaks, wings and truffle fries. To complement all of these, they serve the perfect non alcoholic beverage, their own milkshakes. Their flavors are chocolate, vanilla,black and white, peanut butter, strawberry, caramel and pineapple. This drink goes for around 180 php to 220 php. They are a bit more expensive but totally worth it.