On its 5th installment, the Mandala Park Weekend Market, in collaboration with the Philippine Culinary Heritage Movement, celebrated the love month through showcasing different locally crafted goods last February 20. The 3.2-hectare space located in the heart of Mandaluyong was flanked with white canvas tents and picnic tables and stools, with the stalls lined up according to their kind. The pop-up restaurants offered organic, natural and homegrown food by merchants reflecting the Filipino culture in their products, initiating wellness and sustainability among the people.
Among the list of entrepreneurs present are:
Explorer Wax Co.-wax creations perfect for travelers, with scents like Summer Siesta, Clean Sheets, 5-Star Hotel and Happy Camper
Atsui Apparel-minimalist Japanese clothing for men and women
Yakang-Yaka Barter-a social enterprise advocating Philippine craftsmanship which sells handmade and local products such as yoga bags and sandals
D’ Famous Imus Longganisa-homestyle goodness in pork sausages
Ribs Manila– sumptuous grilled cuts of pork ribs in barbeque sauce
Punta-beef nachos and cheesy fries
Asiong’s Carinderia and Café-Cavite’s pride, Pancit Pusit
Jonas Manila-beef pares
Edgy Veggy-vegetable dishes like gyoza, soft tacos
Po’ke Boy-tuna ceviche and salad
Le Petite Soufflé-Chef Miko Aspiras and Kristine Lotilla’s Japanese-French fushion dishes
Huat Pot-Taiwanese-style hot pot with braised pork and salted fish
Wrapped Shawarma-signature lechon belly and savory beef shawarma
Taco Vengo’s– authentic Mexican mix of pork and chicken tacos, burritos, and nachos
Bio Reis-organic black rice
Project Hearth-broth and sauces in jars
Homemade Treasure-Pampanga’s fluffy and delectable ensaymada
Bayani Brew-all-natural locally made iced tea with flavors like Kickass Lemongrass and Camotea Commotion
Stanford & Shaw-refreshing ginger ale
Craftpoint Brewing Company-a local and independent brewing company specializing in beers and cocktails
Out of the Box Bulletproof Coffee-made with low toxin, Bulletproof Coffee beans, grass-fed butter for nutrient-dense energy boost and brain octane oil for faster metabolism and energy
Scout’s Honor-inventive cookie creations on top of milkshake cups
Fog City Creamery-preservative-free ice cream in flavors like Strawberry Shortcake, Espresso Almond Coco Sugar, Peppermint Brownies and Negrense Native Coffee with Choco Bits, plus Vanilla Fortune Cookies
Sapin Sapin-Filipino rice desserts
Pastry Armoire-desserts like salted caramel opera cake, the “break-up cake”, classic chocolate chip cookies and leche flan on brownies
The guests had a good time munching up on their food finds as Keiko Necesario from Philippine Popular Music Festival filled the air with the hits of today. The weekend market does not only promote the food stalls and their products individually but also gives the message that holistic wellness and our own heritage are as important as eating three times a day. So if you feel like eating healthy today, get up and head to Mandaluyong’s Mandala Park.
For more information on the Mandala Park weekend market series, follow Mandala Park on facebook at facebook.com/mandalaparkph, and on Instagram, @mandalaparkph.
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