4 chefs name their favorite Pinoy resto dishes


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Chefs have seasoned palates and so they make for great resources for restaurant recommendations. With that in mind, we asked four of the country’s celebrated chefs where to get some of our all-time Filipino favorite fare. 

 

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The best lechon according to Tonyboy Escalante
“General’s Lechon. My favorite is the chili garlic. I like the way they make the skin crispy, and also the flavorings they use. The flavor lingers long.” — Tonyboy Escalante, Antonio’s
General’s Lechon; 2/F, Petron Gasoline Station, EDSA cor. Arnaiz Avenue, Dasmariñas Village, Makati, +63 2 4086850


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Robby Goco’s pick for best bulalo
“Abuhan Dos in Cebu or Sharyn’s Cansi House in Bacolod. Abuhan Dos has unlimited bone marrow! POW! Sharyn’s Cansi House is a class by itself.” – Robby Goco, Green Pastures, CYMA
Abuhan Dos, F. Ramos Street, Cebu City, Cebu; +63 32 2535774; Sharyn’s Cansi House, C-58 Narra Ave, Capitol Shopping Center, Bacolod; +63 34 4331374

 

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Alieen Anastacio’s choice for best sinigang
“Mamou. The broth is thick. I think they put gabi and they cook it for a long time so the beef flavor comes out and the meat is really tender.” – Aileen Anastacio, Marmalade Kitchen
Mamou, Serendra, 26th St, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig; +63 2 8563569

 

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Allen Buhay’s names the best sisig
“Sisig Hooray! It’s onion-y, I love whatever sauce is on it, and the crunch of the chicharon is great.” – Allen Buhay, WIldflour Bakery + Café
Sisig Hooray, with branches all over Manila listed in www.sisighooray.com.ph

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