OYO 1144 1318 Residences

"Celera" means "appetite" in Malay, and the sleek, dimly lit, black-toned dining space with an open kitchen delivers a moody ambience. Two chef-owners craft contemporary Asian dishes that draw on influences from Japan, China, Singapore and beyond. Diners can expect umami-rich creations using dashi, fermentation and subtle smoke. Artful plating and warmly hospitable service enhance the meal, making it a lively and sensory-driven experience worth seeking out.

This bright, plant-themed house-turned-restaurant is a warm and cheerful setting with vibrant green touches and cosy charm. With no formal training, the chef expanded from a bakery to the current setup. The menu revisits Filipino classics in refined, eye-catching ways. Dishes are rich and hearty, with flexible portions for solo diners or groups. Don't miss the pork dinuguan with puto; its bold, savoury depth with a hint of sweetness makes for a memorable meal.

This cosy family-run spot serves home-style Taiwanese food. It is managed by a Taiwanese female chef who specially selects Taiwanese condiments such as soy sauce to recreate authentic Taiwanese flavors. The daily-changing spread includes 15-20 dishes. Don't miss the fried bihon – rice noodles stir-fried with pork and cabbage are topped with flavoursome minced pork to create a harmony of soy umami and vegetable sweetness.

With tiled walls and graffiti art, this vibrant eatery exudes playfulness. A Frida Kahlo mural hints at the casual Mexican menu. Enjoy crispy and soft flour tortilla tacos with beef barbacoa or pork carnitas, perfectly paired with a horchata featuring sweet vanilla and cinnamon notes.

This roadside stall shaded by a tree has built up a following for its pancit batil patung, made to order in a small pot. In the standout lodi, the yolk of the soft-boiled egg ties together the miki noodles and crispy pork belly. The flavourful complimentary egg drop soup is the perfect match.

As one of the trendy restaurants in Metro Manila, Seva was founded by three friends who are passionate about reimagining global dishes with flair. Try their signature dish of vodka rigatoni featuring a hot, peppery tomato sauce topped with rich and creamy burrata for a balanced flavour profile. For dessert, their crème brûlée has a layer of sweet vanilla bean cream below a crispy sugar flake and is finished with lavender cream making it a delightflul ending

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