It was 230 pm last Monday when I found myself at Guevarra’s , all agog with heightened curiosity towards New York – based FilAm Chef Abi Balingit , a James Beard Emerging Voice Awardee, a notable blogger “The Dusky Kitchen” and the author of the cookbook Mayumu: Filipino American Desserts Remixed.
It was the second series of Taste of The Philippines: A Global Culinary Journey which included food talks, cooking demonstrations, Q&A sessions, and tastings designed to support Guevarra’s mission of promoting Filipino talent and fostering a deeper appreciation for the richness of Filipino cuisine and heritage.
That afternoon saw us enjoying the light banter between Chef Jac Laudico & the tall , bubbly & lovable Chef Abi while ably demonstrating with the help of Nutribullet Philippines, how to make Kutchinta Thai Tea, Adobo Chocolate Chip Cookie, Ube Cheese Crinkles and Halo Halo Baked Alaska. Now that is how you reimagine Filipino desserts with contemporary American innovation
“This collaboration will highlight Abi’s unique approach to Filipino-American desserts into Guevarra’s traditional Filipino menu,” Chef Laudico shares. “The dishes showcased, which are featured in Abi’s James Beard-awarded book, reflect a fresh and exciting take on Filipino flavors. We’re thrilled to have these desserts as part of our offering”
“We’re committed to promoting Filipino cuisine and inviting chefs from around the world to share their stones and culinary techniques,” says Chef Laudico. “We’re excited to create an event that not only celebrates Filipino chefs abroad but also allows their families and friends to experience their creations. This is just the beginning of a culinary adventure that will elevate Filipino food to the global stage.”
Guevarra’s by Chef Laudico x the Dusky Kitchen: Taste of the Philippines was made possible by nutribullet Philippines: powering Filipino flavors worldwide; Masterplan Global: connecting people, transforming lives; Marco Polo Hotel Ortigas; Anthony Santos of Fly to Asia, and Angels Over Us.
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