ISLAS PILIPINAS an indoor “Filipino Food & Heritage Village” at DoubleDragon Plaza at DD Meridian Park!

“This is an absolute dream project for me that has come at such a perfect time. I give my thanks to then Undersecretary of Agriculture, now Secretary of Tourism Berna R. Puyat, for putting me together with the DoubleDragon group, who was looking for someone to operate this amazing Islas Pinas project about half a year ago. This fast-tracked such a blessed opportunity to continue pushing my biggest advocacy – that of helping to promote the best our country – our cuisine, ingredients, farers, artisan producers and home cooks from Batanes to Jolo – in the best way I can!” ~Ms. Margarita A. Fores, Asia’s Best Female Chef of 2016

Islas Pilipinas Card

Islas Pinas, an indoor “Filipino Food & Heritage Village” and a new, distinct destination for both local and international guests, is designed to showcase the abundance and vibrancy of the Filipino culture, this new establishment lets guests discover, explore and experience the Philippines’s heritage sites, natural resources, hospitality and most importantly, its cuisine.

Islas Pinas, the first indoor Filipino food and heritage village, now open at the DoubleDragon Plaza in Pasay City

The project is none other than Asia’s Best Female Chef of 2016, Margarita A. Forés whose mission is to bring Filipino cuisine to global prominence. Thus, Islas Pinas is a vision coming to life for her, where Filipino food is not just on the sidelines but at the center stage.

The influence of collaboration between DoubleDragon and Chef Margarita Fores, Islas Pinas is a venture that objectives to inspire a love for the Philippines and to cultivate patriotism by way of showcasing the country's stunning websites and diverse regional cuisines. With a seating capacity of over seven-hundred seats in an expansive 2,500 rectangular meter house, Islas Pinas is the best location to present visitors a style of the satisfactory that the Philippines has to offer.

“DoubleDragon has always believed in embarking on projects with relevance. We believe Islas Pinas will be a landmark in the country and will showcase the diversity not only of our cuisine and handicrafts but also our landscape and architecture brought about by the rich heritage and culture of the country.” ~Ms. Hannah Yulo, DoubleDragon’s Chief Investment Officer

Ms. Hannah Yulo, DoubleDragon’s Chief Investment Officer

“Because of the ideal location of DoubleDragon Plaza at DD Meridian Park our close proximity to the airport terminals and being only about 5 minutes away from NAlA X we believe ISLAS PlNAS will become a must-visit stopover for both domestic and international tourists visiting the capital." ~Mr. Edgar lnjap Sia ll, DoubleDragon's Chairman

With Ms. Lara Fernandez Barrios

Margarita A. Fores aim for guests to experience the Philippines with their five senses and beyond. Thus, aside from the culinary delights and a picturesque interior design worthy of Instagram posts, the venue will also feature modern and traditional cultural performances and games to ensure a fun and truly Pinoy ambiance.

Ms. Lara Fernandez Barrios, Ms. Margarita A. Fores, Ms. Hannah Yulo

It is a warm inviting indoor Filipino culinary heritage village that is accentuated by the Filipino design motif. There's the Bahay Kubo, the famous Pinoy Jeepney, Bahay na Bato, and the famous street of Vigan plus the rice terraces, and a lot more. You don't even need to transport via plane and or boat just to get to different provinces in our country because everything is inside the Islas Pilipinas.

One of the best ways to describe Islas Pilipinas via song is the "Bahay Kubo" song and a lot more to discover inside Islas Pilipinas. Here are some of the photos that best describe the different cities and traditions as well as the tourist spot in the Philippines.

SINAG

The Tagalog word for ‘ray of light’ offers all-day Filipino breakfast favorites like our TAPSILOG (TAPa – salted beef, SInangag – fried rice and ItLOG – fried egg) and Batchoy, an Ilonggo noodle soup with pork offal, crushed pork cracklings and beef loin.

ALAMAT

Or legend, tells the story of the different regions of the Philippines through its signature dishes. BILAO is coined after the woven winnowing basket where comfort snacks like pansit (fried noodles) and puto (rice cakes) are usually served, while PANADERYA offers neighborhood bakery favorites such as pan de sal and kalihim. TUSOK-TUSOK, on the other hand, offers urban street food finds like barbecue on a stick, isaw (grilled chicken intestine) and kwek-kwek (fried quail eggs).

PANULAK

The beverage is where the samalamig (cold drinks with different flavors) will be available. Lastly, PAMPANG or shore will allow guests to enjoy chosen fresh catch cooked to their preference.

All of these delicious and well-loved local food and delicacies will be available daily, without the scorching heat and pollution as space is fully airconditioned.

ISLAS PINAS also hosts an authentic Sarao Jeepney, which for many generations became the king of the Philippine streets, especially in the countryside.

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