Jose Rizal and the Spanish era are synonymous with the word Ilustrado but for me, what comes to mind is this restaurant in Intramuros, Manila. Coincidentally though, Intramuros was once called the Walled City and is rich in history and glamor of the bygone days when Spain ruled the country. Visiting Intramuros is like a history lesson itself and dining at Ilustrado is the cherry on top.
As Ilustrado Restaurant celebrates its 29th anniversary this October, it brings back the specially curated 8-course Ilustrado Degustation by Chef Bernice Pimentel.
"This year, 2019 marks the third year that we have been doing an anniversary degustation and this year, I am not only bringing forth our culinary heritage to the present but also incorporating much more local ingredients," says Chef Bernice.
The Degustation begins with Kangkong Pesto Brioche served with Boursin Cheese, and Kesong Puti Croquettes at Lato with baby mesclun and salsa verde aioli.
The third part of the degustation is a charming Oyster Laing Rockefeller. The contrasting flavor of the sea and earthy laing are intensified by Parmigiano Reggiano and lemon juice.
Completing the first half of the degustation is Sayote Egg Drop Soup, a rich warm nourishing soup that will make you wonder- where's the sayote?
Before moving on to the mains, a Burong Mangga Sorbet is served to cleanse the palate. The tart flavor of the mango wakes up the senses and at the same time making sure that one is ready and excited for the next course.
On to the mains with BBQ Pulled Pork Tostadas, a tribute to our diverse culinary heritage. Slow-cooked pork marinated in Filipino-style BBQ sauce, and paired with mashed monggo (mung bean) and spices, and papaya slaw on top of fried tortilla becomes one of the highlight of the degustation.
Another highlight is the Sea Bass Sinantol. The sinantol is the perfect accompaniment to the chunky portion of pan-seared Chilean sea bass fillet paired with rich and creamy sinantol (a dish made with cotton fruit and coconut milk) fried rice.
Capping the 8-course degustation is a sweet and dainty serving of Egg Pie Brulee with Rose creme Chantilly, Strawberry, Green grapes, Mango, and Edible flowers.
For the whole month of October, diners can savor the 8-course degustation for only P1,250+ or choose select dishes which is priced separately. Call (02) 527-3474 / (02) 527-2345; email: caterings@ilustradorestaurant.com.ph for more details.
Ilustrado Restaurant
744 General Luna Road
Intramuros, Manila
As Ilustrado Restaurant celebrates its 29th anniversary this October, it brings back the specially curated 8-course Ilustrado Degustation by Chef Bernice Pimentel.
"This year, 2019 marks the third year that we have been doing an anniversary degustation and this year, I am not only bringing forth our culinary heritage to the present but also incorporating much more local ingredients," says Chef Bernice.
Kesong Puti Croquettes at Lato with baby mesclun and salsa verde aioli
The Degustation begins with Kangkong Pesto Brioche served with Boursin Cheese, and Kesong Puti Croquettes at Lato with baby mesclun and salsa verde aioli.
The Kangkong Pesto Brioche is a delightful and buttery discovery enhanced by the creamy Boursin Cheese. Next is Kesong Puti Croquettes at Lato with baby mesclun and salsa verde aioli. Here, the lato gives an interesting twist to the otherwise dry and chewy texture of kesong puti croquette. A lovely surprise is the edible flower that pairs well with the mesclun.
Kangkong Pesto Brioche
The third part of the degustation is a charming Oyster Laing Rockefeller. The contrasting flavor of the sea and earthy laing are intensified by Parmigiano Reggiano and lemon juice.
Osyter Laing Rockefeller
Completing the first half of the degustation is Sayote Egg Drop Soup, a rich warm nourishing soup that will make you wonder- where's the sayote?
Before moving on to the mains, a Burong Mangga Sorbet is served to cleanse the palate. The tart flavor of the mango wakes up the senses and at the same time making sure that one is ready and excited for the next course.
Burong Mangga Sorbet
On to the mains with BBQ Pulled Pork Tostadas, a tribute to our diverse culinary heritage. Slow-cooked pork marinated in Filipino-style BBQ sauce, and paired with mashed monggo (mung bean) and spices, and papaya slaw on top of fried tortilla becomes one of the highlight of the degustation.
BBQ Pulled Pork Tostadas
Another highlight is the Sea Bass Sinantol. The sinantol is the perfect accompaniment to the chunky portion of pan-seared Chilean sea bass fillet paired with rich and creamy sinantol (a dish made with cotton fruit and coconut milk) fried rice.
Sea Bass Sinantol
Capping the 8-course degustation is a sweet and dainty serving of Egg Pie Brulee with Rose creme Chantilly, Strawberry, Green grapes, Mango, and Edible flowers.
Egg Pie Brulee
For the whole month of October, diners can savor the 8-course degustation for only P1,250+ or choose select dishes which is priced separately. Call (02) 527-3474 / (02) 527-2345; email: caterings@ilustradorestaurant.com.ph for more details.
Ilustrado Restaurant
744 General Luna Road
Intramuros, Manila
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