The art of the griddle at Flatiron
1771 Group COO and Executive Chef Vicky Pacheco said using a griddle is the easiest way to cook food. In fact, at Flatiron, her new restaurant at Uptown Place Mall, the griddle is essential in preparing the specialty of the house called Flatiron Brisket 6.
The fork-tender Flatiron Brisket 6 is a beef brisket that has the No. 6 in its name since it has been slow cooked for six hours then seared to order on the griddle. It is served in a skillet with brown and red rice tossed in the drippings and fresh cucumber and carrot slaw.
By placing it front and center of Flatiron, Chef Vicky puts emphasis on food that is served hot. Apart from being used to finish the specialty of the house and other grilled items, the griddle is where most lunches are prepared. Busy executives wanting a quick to-go lunch will appreciate the hot meals prepared here.
The griddle serves as inspiration for the restaurant. The griddle, also known as a flat iron, is also the name of a happening district in New York known for its trendy restaurants. The area has as its landmark the iconic Flatiron building.
The name Flatiron came to her by accident. The chef says she wants to bring a New York vibe to the place, yet still offer food that is familiar to Asian palates. She calls it urban comfort food. “New York is a melting pot of influences,” she stresses. “Most of our dishes are American in core but with Asian and Mediterranean touches. My goal here is not to be highfalutin. This is a casual place. The menu can be easily understood everyone.”
Among items that would be familiar to diners are Tostado Adobo Wings with Garlic Mayo Dip, toasted chicken wings adobo; Pizzaiola Pasta, a pizza and pasta dish in one; Giant Gambas, the restaurant’s version of gambas al ajillo; and Black Jack Mac, baked macaroni and cheese using sharp Black Jack cheddar cheese for a little kick.
Flatiron is part of 1771 Group of Restaurants, adding compliment to the other restaurants under the same group – Chateau 1771, Sentro 1771 and Café 1771.
Head on over to the upper ground floor of Uptown Place Mall located along 36th Street corner 9th Avenue in Bonifacio Global City to have that authentic griddle experience brought to you by Flatiron. For reservations and inquiries, call 802-5458 or 0917-8544540 or email flatiron@1771group.com.
You can also visit the Flatiron website, www.flatiron.ph, http://1771group.com, and http://www.1771catering.com. Stay connected to Flatiron through Instagram (@flatiron.ph) or via Twitter (#FLATIRON177 #FLATIRONBGC #HOTOFFTHEGRIDDLE).