The Tatler Dining Guide Philippines
Samba
WhY GO
Ever heard of an authentic, purely Peruvian restaurant in Manila? No? Then that is a good reason to go to the only one in town. The pool-side restaurant is as unique as its fare is scrumptious.
TATleR TipS
• Dreaming of ceviche? Try the jalapeño ceviche, which adds tang and spice to the vinegary marinade.
• The Samba salad is a delectable ensemble of fresh greens, shaved palm hearts, avocado purée, walnuts, and artichokes.
• Savour the picante de camarones if only to find out what coral butter and tacu rice are all about.
• The lomo saltado, beef tenderloin with Peruvian corn, will warm any carnivore’s heart. Top it all off with tres leches (sponge cake soaked in three types of milk) topped with torched meringue with a side of blueberry cheesecake ice cream. Heaven!