June 19, 2025

Coffee and bread pair so well together. Whether you’re starting your day or enjoying a quiet afternoon break, this combo never disappoints. Here are your best options for coffee and bread pairings around Araneta City.

Cibo 

Try Cibo’s KitKat Cornetto in Gateway Mall 2l. This sweet, crunchy croissant-like pastry filled with chocolate and topped with KitKat pieces offers a fun twist to your coffee break. The sweetness balances out the strong notes of espresso or cappuccino. Drop by Cibo at Coliseum Plaza, Gateway Mall 2 and enjoy a playful yet satisfying pairing.

Cong Caphe

Sip Cong Caphe’s bold Vietnamese coffee and pair it with a pain au chocolat. Visit them at Level 2, Gateway Mall 2 and balance the richness and boldness of Vietnamese coffee with a soft pastry filled with chocolate. It’s rich, slightly sweet, and makes each sip smoother.

Angkan 

Order at Angkan’s Kouign Amann in Gateway Mall 1, a caramelized French pastry with crisp layers.

Today is national Kouign amann day, and it’s a perfect time to try the buttery, flaky treat pairs beautifully with lattes or flat whites. The sugar enhances the coffee’s flavor while the richness keeps every bite satisfying.

Visit Angkan at Upper Ground Floor, Gateway Mall 1 to discover your new favorite coffee companion.

Pocofino 

Located on the Ground Floor of Gateway Tower, Pocofino’s warm Coffee Bun delivers just the right kick of coffee flavor in every bite. No matter the hour, Pocofino is open 24/7 to serve up this extra-rich caffeine treat.

Zus Coffee — Ground Floor, Ali Mall and Manhattan Parkway

Grab an Apple Pocket Pie with your brew. The soft crust and sweet apple filling create a comforting contrast to Zus’ bold coffee blends. It’s a quick, filling choice that still feels like a treat. Stop by at Zus in Araneta city and enjoy this cozy and satisfying pairing.

Ready to take a bite? Explore Araneta City and discover your perfect coffee-and-bread match today.

Marina Seafood brings taste of Iloilo in Araneta City

June 19, 2025

Ilonggo cuisine has a reputation for being a melting pot of Spanish, American, and Chinese influences with a distinct Filipino flair, and it’s a food that we always enjoy here at the Metro. From their famous inasal, batchoy, pancit molo, and kansi, to their sweet treats like silvanas and sansrival, every bite is a feast of flavors.

Luckily, there’s no need to travel down South to have a taste of authentic Ilonggo cuisine, as these dishes have been brought here to Araneta City by Marina!

Established in 1987, Marina has been serving authentic Ilonggo cuisine and seafood dishes, bringing a slice of Ilonggo culture to Manhattan Parkway, Araneta City. It also prides itself on its fresh oysters, which are flown in fresh daily from farms in Iloilo, ensuring every diner that their oysters are red-tide free and are safe to eat.

Apart from oysters, Marina serves signature seafood dishes such as Grilled Blue Marlin Steak, Squid Lumot, Salmon Head in Miso, Kinilaw na isda, Krispy Krablets, and Krispy Tawilis. They also offer seafood pastas such as Oyster Penne Marinara, Tuna and Squid Ink Spaghetti, Shrimp Pesto Penne, and Butter Garlic Mushroom Spaghetti.

Marina pays homage to its Ilonggo origin by serving savory and renowned Visayan dishes like their inasal, KBL (kadyos, baboy kag langka), Spicy Balbacua, Laswa Egg Drop, La Paz Batchoy, Siomai Batchoy, Buttered Chicken, and their version of chopsuey and pinakbet. Complement your Ilonggo viands with Marina’s Bagoong Rice and MARINAmit Rice.

Dining in groups? Marina has got your back! They are also offering group set meals that are good for five (5) persons with prices ranging from Php 999 to Php 2,499. Complete and complement your food with a bucket of iced-cold beer for only Php 350. It’s having a taste of authentic Ilonggo dishes without breaking your bank.

Marina Seafood is located along Manhattan Parkway Arcade, Araneta City.

Timeless Filipino cuisines in Araneta City

June 17, 2025

Celebrate the plethora of Filipino dishes in Araneta City, Metro Manila’s latest food mecca, as a homage to the Philippine Independence which is celebrated this month.

With around 350 food outlets, from the northern dunes of Ilocos to the bountiful basins of Cebu and the lush valleys of Southern Mindanao, Gateway Mall 2 is truly a melting pot of rich culinary heritage and culture. Here’s a list of places where one can get a share of tradition.

Coliseum Plaza

Ground Floor, Gateway Mall 2

Savor Filipino classics with a twist at Manam. From favorite Pinoy viands to iconic refreshments and desserts, Manam surely surprises in every spoonful and sip of meals.

Restaurant Collection

Ground Floor, Gateway Mall 2

Satisfy the palates with the serving of traditional Filipino food, mostly Kapampangan, and gourmet dishes at Abé.

Upper Ground A

Upper Ground A, Gateway Mall 2

Experience the classics of Kapampangan Dishes and many more at Mangan Restaurant.

Indulge with the refined taste of timeless Filipino offerings at Via Mare.

Palenque

Upper Ground B, Gateway Mall 2

Enjoy every day Filipino fare at Tindeli by Chef Tatung. Inspired by the distinctive, humble Filipino sari-sari stores (Tindahan) and the upscale Western establishment delicatessen, comes Tindeli and its offerings from Cebu.

Dive in for a taste of the ZamBaSulTa (Zamboanga, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi) region with Palm Grill.

World Kitchens

Level 4, Gateway Mall 2

Chef par excellence and internationally sought-after fine dining and catering chef, bringing Filipino cuisine with a twist at Chef Jessie by Chef Jessie Sincioco.