One of Marco Polo Plaza Cebu’s Culinary Journeys that I always look forward to is Independencia, which celebrates Philippine Independence Day by serving cuisines that molded our country’s culinary scene throughout the history.
From 2015’s favorites of our National Heroes and 2016’s the best of Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao, this 2017, Independencia will take us to the rich and flavorful dishes of the northern of the Philippines.
This is probably my favorite Independencia theme so far because many dishes represent my hometown, the Culinary Capital of the Philippines, Pampanga. The Sisig, Bistek Tagalog, Bulalo, Adobong Manok and Bringhe reminded me a lot of home and my Grandma’s cooking. There were also interesting dishes that are new to me like the Tapang Taal, Pancit Buko, and Santol Sisig.
Tapang Taal
Tawilis Salad
Ukoy
Bulalo
Bringhe
Bistek Tagalog
Crispy Fried Pantatin
Kare-Kareng Dagat
Adobong Manok sa Buho
Bagnet
Poqui Poqui
Bicol Express
Pinakbet
Pancit Buko
Of course, the buffet spread is not complete without dessert, the Buko Salad is a must try, as well as the a selection of Kakanin that we enjoyed growing up.
Buko Salad and Assorted Kakanin
Celebrate Philippine Independence Day with Café Marco’s Culinary Journey: Flavors of Northern Philippines from June 8-15, 2017, available for lunch and dinner. You can also enjoy the special lunch rate of Café Marco for only Php880 net per person when you dine on a weekday.
For inquiries and reservations, please call (032) 253 1111 local 8249. You may also email them at mpplaza@marcopolohotels.com.