Some
people learn about different culture by travelling and meeting the locals. Though,
this is something I also enjoy doing, I like to understand other
nation’s culture better through their music and their cuisine. I love eating and I can’t survive without a fix of Mediterranean and
Spanish food, hence, I had been trying out different spots around the Metro.
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| My favorite spot! |
Recently,
I decided to introduce some of my friends to Vask, which is a huge favorite of
mine. The experience had been a fantastic one for all of us. Given
that the basque cuisine is highly regarded in France and in Spain, I was quite
enthused to hear about the opening of this restaurant. Considered as one of the best fine dining restaurants in the Metro, Vask had been continuously earning a lot of raves from its patrons.
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| Nighttime at The Deck. Perfect for those romantic dinners! They also have an event happening here every Friday. |
Well, what do I love
about this place? Let me see, one would be the culinary
genius of Chef Luis Gonzalez. He was known to have worked for world famous restaurants such
as El Celler de Can Roca and Arzak. I can also say that the awe inspiring interior and art installations by Carlo Calma and other fantastic artists always leave me fascinated! Then there’s the sometimes sensual
and sometimes vibrant music playing softly in the background. Add to that is the experience of those
lazy afternoons of lounging at the Deck with my friends while gazing at the sunset with a glass of wine in hand. For a foodie and art enthusiast like me, Vask is more than just a fine
dining dream, it’s a haven!
Here,
I’ll be listing some of my favorite bits from Vask, which I can definitely
recommend to first timers!
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| The best tasting Carpaccio I’ve had around Manila. The parmesan ice cream is a curious thing but it definitely compliments the taste of the wagyu beef. |
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I'm not a big fan of anchovies but this dish is simply delightful. The mix of Calamansi and beetroot complimented the anchovies and I like the added texture produced by the bread crumbs.
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| I love anything crispy and of course tuna is definitely a yes! The caramelized onion made this dish really interesting! |
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Salads are not my go to menu, but I love this one! The smokey flavor of jamon and the bits of foie gras make this dish, a must try!
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I have 2 words for this dish – delicious
and delicate! I don’t know how they manage to prepare that egg but this is a spot on!
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Pintxos
with wine, pintxos with kalimotxo, pintxos with water…. pintxos all day!
I can eat this little bunch of goodness all day and not have enough of this. And one must try the Tuna Sous Vide, it's a definite love at first bite!
Now on with the desserts, what's a nice meal without some indulging
sweets on the side?
Anise in your
dessert, anyone? I know what you’re thinking, this made me frown too. But you'll definitely love this one.
The taste of
summer lingering sweetly on your lips, you'll want to have another round of
this.
Chocolate is the love of my life. The molten chocolate, the hint of orange and vanilla simply makes this a must for fellow chocolate lovers!
Another interesting piece of dessert. The pistachio bits and the mixture of
chocolate and rum ice cream, make this another favorite of mine!
So tell me what's your poison, wanna have some sip?
The name of
this drink definitely got my attention. (And if you know me quite well, you'll know why.) It's definitely my Vask Poison. Mellow, sweet and fiery at the same time.
Sweet and intoxicating. I can always drink a good sangria all my life!
Feeling adventurous or looking for a
refreshing drink with a bit of a kick? Then this one got you covered.
There goes my go to dish, dessert and drinks. Each time I visit the place it sure leaves me wanting for more. It's also a big bonus that they have a very engaging and courteous set of staff. It always feels like love at first sight!
So have you been to Vask lately? |
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