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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 the 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 the co-founder and CEO of private equity firm MFT Group of Companies, Mica F Tan says. She shares her go-to shops for takeout here:
Above Photo: Wesley Villarica
Photo: Wesley Villarica
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1. Ijo Bakery
@ijobakeryph
I discovered this humble viennoiserie during my trips to Batangas early in the pandemic. It was such a surprise to find such excellently-executed pastries. A must-try if you ever find yourselves in Lipa. They have weekly drops now in Manila too. My favourites: pain au chocolate and the almond croissant.
See also: Where to buy Chocolate Croissants in the Philippines
2. One World Deli
@oneworlddeli
This is a new player in the deli scene. Their selection is so well-curated, and I like that they are believers in sustainable sourcing as well as working with local artisans.
My favourites: foie gras to cook at home and Kumamoto and Pink Moon oysters that one can enjoy at their raw bar!
See also: High-End Online Grocers in the Philippines You Should Know
3. Pure Nectar
@purenectar.co
This is my go-to whenever I feel the need to go on a cleanse. They make healthy, yummy. I like to order the three-day anti-oxidant cleanse.
See also: Where to Order Juice Cleanses in Metro Manila
4. COOP Fresh
@coop.fresh
Shopping at COOP Grocer is such a feast for the eyes. I like their wide selection of ready-to-cook food perfect for busy days and desserts to satisfy my sweet tooth.
My favourites: COOP all-natural gochujang chicken sesame, pineapple cured chicken tocino, COOP sweet strawberry and custard gelato
5. Super Food Grocer
@thesuperfoodgrocer
Super Food Grocer has always been my ever-reliable source of healthier food options. My favourites: chia seeds, spirulina, cacao nibs, maca powder, and their vegan frozen meals like langka ribs, quinoa longganisa, and rendang.
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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.
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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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