Grand Opening on July 12, 2013.
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Mercato Centrale Brings ‘Food Tourism’
to SM Mall of Asia this July
Did you know that one of top tourist
destinations in Manila is the SM Mall of Asia (MOA)? And what’s one of the best
ways to welcome foreign guests to one of Manila’s top tourist destinations? By sharing with them a variety of
great-tasting dishes from different parts of the Philippines!
That’s why the Mercato Centrale group,
the organizers of Metro Manila’s premier night food and lifestyle markets, is
bringing a new ‘food destination’ experience to the SM Mall of Asia By the Bay
with Fiesta Bahia – ‘the food tourism’ market – every Friday, Saturday and Sunday starting July 12 (Friday) from 4pm to 3am.
“In an interview with Today Show food blog, Bizarre Foods host Andrew
Zimmen predicted that Filipino will be the next big thing. Chef and culinary expert Anthony
Bourdain of “No Reservations” also shared in his blog on the Travel
Channel website that he enjoyed sisig and Cebu lechon during his visit to
the country.” said Anton Diaz, co-founder of Mercato Centrale and the popular
food and travel blogger behind www.OurAwesomePlanet.com.
“As our tourism industry continues to
boom, I’m sure many foreigners,balikbayans and even locals would like to sample
the richness of our Filipino cuisine. That’s what Fiesta Bahia is all about – a
food market where you can enjoy popular dishes from the different regions all
in one place!” Anton added. “Aside
from that, they can enjoy the popular gourmet and artisanal food from our sukiMercato Centrale vendors.”
“Our location along SM By the Bay is
also a great place to bring tourists, friends and family!” shared Vanessa
Ledesma, co-organizer of Fiesta Bahia. “They can take in the beauty of the
Manila Bay shoreline, enjoy the weekend fireworks, and listen to live acoustic
music while enjoying a great salo-salo meal.”
“We’re actively looking for food
entrepreneurs who specialize in provincial cuisines from all around the
Philippines.” Said Rache Diaz, co-organizer of Fiesta Bahia. “If you’ve got a
great homemade dish from your hometown, we would love for you to share a taste
of your own local culture with foodies from around Manila and the rest of the
world!”
For interested food vendors who want
to join Fiesta Bahia, please contact(+63 917) 840-1152 or (+632) 812-0102 or admin@mercatocentrale.ph. We are prioritizing vendors who
specialize in regional/provincial food. The more unique, the better!
