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RAMBLA OPENS ITS SECOND BRANCH IN SALCEDO, MAKATI

- BY FELICIANO RODRIGUEZ III PHOTOGRAPH­S BY DANIEL SORIANO

Rambla opens its second branch in Salcedo, Makati

RAMBLA, known for its delectable Spanish food, recently opened its second branch in Salcedo Village, Makati City. The opening also headlined the presentati­on of Bistronomi­a’s new concept, Rambla Catering.

The interiors is striking, modern and chic—perfect for lunch, late afternoon drinking sessions, or dining with the family. The walls are white washed, and accented by differentl­y designed panels of wood. The interiors and furniture also have an eclectic flair with smattering­s of brass lamps, gold-lined chairs, tropical murals, and tiles patterned with geometric patterns.

The restaurant’s facade is all glass, which lets natural light in to the space. Inside, guests are immediatel­y welcomed by a fully stocked bar, replete with snazzy bottles of all imaginable variants of booze.

This is only fitting, since longtime Rambla fans know that the original store (which opened in Rockwell six years ago) was also one of the pioneers of the gin and tonic craze in Manila. Rambla served these drinks in wine glasses, the way Spaniards do it.

And indeed, when we first entered the restaurant, bartenders were already busy slicing lemons and mixing different concoction­s for thirsty guests. The bar is Lshaped, and forms the base of the resto’s second floor. The mezzanine dining area is spacious, and can be reserved for private functions. Downstairs, the main dining area looks lively, open, and big—thanks to the high-ceilinged design.

Rambla is the brainchild of Bistronomi­a (of La Lola fame), headed by trio Sergi Rostoll, Uri Singla, and Dani Aliaga. The group is also behind such trendy restos like BCN and Las Flores. Watch out for the group’s future project, this time an Italianthe­med restaurant named Osteria Daniele.

Rambla Salcedo, 129 Unit G12, Tordesilla­s corner Bautista Streets, Salcedo Village, Makati City, (0966) 331-1351, info@bistronomi­a. ph, reservatio­ns@bistronomi­a.ph. Facebook: RamblaPH, Instagram: @RamblaPH, open from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. For Rambla Catering, call (02) 800-3213 or email marketing@bistronomi­a.ph

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