Cover Photo: Instagram / La Grima
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Welcome to Foodie Finds! This is an article series by Tatler, chronicling where and what to order according to the food-obsessed.
I myself have never understood non-foodies. How can one not love flavours, spices, aromas and all the cultural nuances and memories that come with every bite? Dining is an experience meant to be savoured and is even more fun when shared with loved ones. Dining around a table means sharing, conversing, bonding and learning. A dish can tell you so much about a person, a culture, and a country. It speaks volumes of a nation's history and is an art form on its own. Skilled hands are trained over years or are born out of pure passion and practice. Professional chefs and home cooks alike, from young stars to grandmothers, have been cooking up meals filled with emotion and have truly made us foodies, happy.
Through Foodie Finds, we ask our epicurean friends to share their favourites. In this feature, we tackle takeout and delivery. Hear what Instagram influencer Nicole Hernandez De Los Angeles has to say. She shares her go-to shops for takeout here:
See also: Foodie Finds with Slow Food International's Southeast Asia Councillor, Chit Juan
1. Casa Luisa
@casa_luisa
I love ordering empanadas, pies, and quiches from Casa Luisa by Jen Gerodias Slagle. I get the empanadas frozen because they are such an easy (and delicious) meal to prep! Just air-fry and serve with a salad and a glass of wine. The perfect meal!
See also: Where to Order Meat Pies and Empanadas
2. Crosta Pizzeria
@crostapizzeria
My family's staple is Crosta pizza. We really love the pepperoni. . .well, actually all their pizzas! They are very easy to reheat in the oven and it still tastes amazing.
See also: Where To Order The Best Pizzas In Metro Manila
3. House of Birria
@houseofbirriaph
House of Birria has the yummiest cheesy beef taco with a dipping consommé sauce. It is a must-try for cheat night.
See also: Where to Order Tacos in Metro Manila
4. La Grima
@lagrimanila
From La Grima we always order their taco kits! My favourite are the carnitas and the chicken–my kids love this too! My tip is to order additional sauces. I use their “green” and “orange” on everything— baked eggs, salmon, pork chops you name it!
5. Sinfully Sabrina
@sinfullysabrina
Dessert pies from @sinfullysabrina [are so great]! You need to try her triple berry and vanilla custard pie and her peanut butter pie. I once requested for a bigger sized triple berry pie for a birthday “cake” for my husband and it was the best decision!
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6. Laguna Cake Co
@lagunacakeco
I love the caviar pie and her Brie pie. If you can’t decide on one then you can get a sampler. These are perfect to have with a bottle of bubbly or wine.
See also: Do you Know the Difference Between a Pie, Tart and Galette?
7. Pinkerton
@pinkertonicecream
Pinkerton Ice-Cream by Xandra Rocha– I love it! Try her guava basil sherbet. Little tip: add a scoop into your G&T!
8. Tuesday Bake
@tuesdaybake
To me, they are the best muffins. We love the blueberry and banana muffins for breakfast.
9. Cochinillo Manila
@cochinillomanila
It is seriously the best cochinillo. Order both their sauces: spiced vinegar and the chimichurri. And, don’t forget your rice!
See also: Where to Order Lechon in The Philippines
10. Group and Boiler
@groupandboiler
I go to Group and Boiler for their house-made cold brew. It is a great pick-me-up during the day.
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About
Isabel loves to learn, and see things from different perspectives. Connecting with people and engaging in new experiences to broaden her horizons is what inspires this storyteller, keeping her constantly curious, and excited for what's to come. An absolute love for all things F&B ignited a hunger to devour content from this world and keeps her jumping into tasty adventures around the globe. From the beauty of simple bites, to nuanced fine dining tasting menus, street food, and the art of entertaining, the multi-faceted nature of the dining experience is something she can't get enough of. A good cup of coffee or a glass of wine paired with a dash of witty conversation is a quick way to win her over. This editor loves travelling, food, music, skincare, fitness, and is only friends with people who love dogs. Guilty pleasure?: Binge-watching TV shows and movies she has already seen.
Work
Concept creation is the name of the game and branding takes centre stage in Isabel's day-to-day schedule. From producing shoots, conceptualising bespoke projects for our partners, relationship management, to cooking up features and events for Tatler Dining, this editor is a tried and tested foodie at heart. She mainly writes content for Tatler Dining, engaging in captivating discussions with restaurateurs, chefs, producers, and food enthusiasts to tell must-know stories. Aside from that Isabel manages Tatler Dining's flagship events like Off Menu, or Cocktail Festival and puts together the Tatler Dining Guide, our annual listing of the best eats around town.
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