People travel to experience another country’s culture and authentic cuisine. Food is one way we learn about another country’s culture, background, and history. It is also an excellent way to learn about the authentic flavors and spices other cultures use to make their dishes truly distinct.
If you live in Taguig City, such as in a beautiful condo unit at Grace Residences by SMDC, there’s no need to travel far and wide and spend thousands of pesos for airfare and hotel bookings to taste authentic international dishes. When you visit these international restaurants, you’ll feel like you’ve been on a gastronomic tour around the world.
If you’re set to go on an adventure, here are some of the must-visit restaurants in Taguig that offer authentic international cuisine.
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Va Bene Pasta Deli is an authentic Italian restaurant that offers fresh pasta. This restaurant was founded by husband and wife Chef Massimo Veronesi and Carolyn Veronesi, who had more than two decades of experience in the hotel industry. This restaurant may not be at par with other fine-dining Italian restaurants, but the food quality, especially their pasta dishes, is genuinely authentic and worth coming back for.
Must-try: Focaccia Pizza, Cream Pasta, Organic Egg Tagliatelle, and Ricotta Eggplant Tortellini
Address: Bldg. BHS, Central Square, 3/F, Taguig
Phone: (02) 7958-5018
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Behind this authentic French restaurant is Chef Marc Aubry, who is committed to bringing France to Metro Manila. This restaurant only uses fresh and organic locally sourced fruits, vegetables, and other products to give you the best taste of French dishes.
This restaurant is also admired for its excellent service. It is undoubtedly an ideal place to commune and dine with family and friends to celebrate simple and great milestones. From your unit at Grace Residences, it will only take you a few minutes to reach this restaurant, so there’s no need to battle the traffic to get an authentic taste of French cuisine.
Must-try: Pineapple Sherbet with Chantilly Cream, Foie Gras, Onion Soup, Escargots, Adlai Risotto, Algerian CousCous, and Rabbit and Wagyu Onglet
Address: Ground Floor One/NEO 3rd Avenue, Corner 26th St., Taguig
Phone: (02) 8815-8801
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There’s always a line outside Las Flores because people keep coming to taste their authentic Spanish food. This modern Spanish Catalan restaurant serves fresh Spanish meals that are famous in most Spanish households and restaurants. Spanish nationals are always eating at this restaurant, so you can be sure that Las Flores offers one of the best authentic Spanish meals here in the country. Don’t forget to wash down your meal with one of their wines.
Must-try: Ceviche de Vieiras con Jamón Iberico, Carpaccio de Calabacin con Calabaza Asada y Salsa de Pimientos del Piquillo, Pollo Asado A La Catalana, Paella de Marisco, Paella Negra con Sepia, and Sangria.
Address: One McKinley Place, 25th St., Taguig
Phone: 0916-619-3365
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Eating at Mango Tree will transport you to Thailand because they use imported Thai ingredients in their authentic Thai meals. Since 1989, they have opened their doors to Filipinos.
The chefs at Mango Tree artfully combine the flavors of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy, highlighting Thailand cuisine's flavors. Ready your taste buds when you dine here because you are indeed in for a treat. This Thai restaurant also offers vegetarian meals.
Must-try: Pad Thai, Chicken Satay, Shrimp Cakes, Pomelo Salad, Krapow Moo, Mango Sticky Rice, Spicy Thai Hot Ribs, and Mango Salad
Address: High Street Central, Bonifacio 1634, 7th Ave., Taguig
Phone: (02) 7621-3233
Hopefully, you enjoy visiting these restaurants as you taste the different authentic meals they offer.
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