{"id":3257,"date":"2026-10-06T15:43:28","date_gmt":"2026-10-06T07:43:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/feature\/?p=3257"},"modified":"2026-10-06T15:43:28","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T07:43:28","slug":"pasong-tamo-extension-a-taste-of-art-wine-and-gastronomy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/feature\/pasong-tamo-extension\/","title":{"rendered":"Pasong Tamo Extension: A Taste of Art, Wine, and Gastronomy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pasong Tamo Extension<\/strong> is one of Makati\u2019s most interesting stretches for those who like to eat, drink, shop, and explore beyond the usual commercial districts. Along and around the area are destination restaurants, caf\u00e9s and bars, art galleries, furniture and interior shops, wine stores, and other specialty establishments, some suited for celebrations and business dinners, others easy enough to visit on an ordinary afternoon.<\/p>\n

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For this special feature, Philippine Primer<\/strong> looks beyond the section south of EDSA<\/strong> commonly associated with Pasong Tamo Extension and also includes noteworthy establishments south of Arnaiz Avenue<\/strong>. From Spanish classics and modern Filipino tasting menus to Argentine beef, premium wine, and contemporary art, the area offers plenty of reasons to spend a day exploring.<\/p>\n

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Terry’s Bistro & Gourmet Store<\/span><\/h2>\n

Terry’s Bistro & Gourmet Store has served Spanish cuisine<\/strong> for more than 27 years, with its Pasong Tamo Extension location being the brand\u2019s first branch. It is also recognized under ICEX Spain\u2019s Restaurants from Spain certification<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>IMAGE from Terry’s Bistro & Gourmet Store<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

A highlight is the Bacalao al Pil-pil<\/strong>, a classic Basque dish of salted cod. Its adjoining gourmet store also carries a wide selection of Spanish wines and specialty products.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Bacalao al Pil-pil \/ IMAGE from Terry’s Bistro & Gourmet Store<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Asador de Aranda<\/span><\/h2>\n

Founded in Spain in 1983, Asador de Aranda specializes in Castilian cuisine<\/strong> cooked in traditional wood-fired ovens. Its EcoPlaza Building branch<\/strong>, which opened in May 2026, is its first in Southeast Asia.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>IMAGE from Asador de Aranda’s Instagram account<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

The signature Cochinillo Asado<\/strong> is made with suckling pig from Segovia and slow-roasted for around three hours in a clay oven. It is available in whole, half, and quarter portions.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Cochinillo Asado \/ IMAGE from Asador de Aranda’s Instagram account<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Toyo Eatery<\/span><\/h2>\n

Opened by Chef Jordy Navarra<\/strong> in 2016, Toyo Eatery at Karrivin Plaza has become known for its creative approach to Filipino cuisine using local ingredients and traditional techniques.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>IMAGE from Toyo Eatery<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

The restaurant serves a reservation-only tasting menu priced at Php 6,500 per person, featuring dishes such as Mga Binalot \u2013 Pinais at Suman.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Mga Binalot \u2013 Pinais at Suman \/ IMAGE from Toyo Eatery<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Inat\u00f4<\/span><\/h2>\n

Inat\u00f4 is a Filipino restaurant at Karrivin Plaza led by Chef JP Cruz<\/strong>, who previously spent seven years as sous chef at Toyo Eatery. Its name comes from a Bisaya expression meaning \u201cour way.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>IMAGE from inato<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

The restaurant offers the Bahala Na Menu<\/strong>, a chef-led tasting experience that changes with seasonal and available ingredients, with dishes such as Inihaw na Abalone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Inihaw na Abalone \/ IMAGE from inato<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Metiz<\/span><\/h2>\n

Led by chefs Stephan Duhesme<\/strong> and Arlo Gregorio<\/strong>, Metiz explores Filipino flavors through tasting and \u00e0 la carte menus.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>IMAGE from Metiz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Its Movements tasting menu<\/strong> starts at Php 5,900 per person<\/strong>, with dishes centered on local produce and Filipino techniques. One highlight is Gulay, Prutas, at Isda<\/strong>, which brings together seasonal fruits, vegetables, root crops, cashew nilupak, and smoked fish.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Gulay, Prutas, at Isda \/ IMAGE from Metiz<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Txanton<\/span><\/h2>\n

Txanton is a specialty wine and gourmet food destination known for its premium selection of jam\u00f3n and wines. Aside from its shop and dining area, it has private rooms for wine pairings and jam\u00f3n tastings, as well as The Cave<\/strong>, a cellar-inspired space. Its high-quality jam\u00f3n remains one of its main draws, available both for dining and retail purchase.<\/p>\n

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IMAGE from Txanton<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Chingolo Deli<\/span><\/h2>\n

Chingolo Deli is a restaurant and deli specializing in Argentine Bolzico Beef<\/strong>, founded by Erwan Heussaff and Nico Bolzico<\/strong> after their experiences with steak in Argentina.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

One of its standout dishes is the Bone-In New York<\/strong>, an approximately 700-gram cut of Bolzico Beef. The deli also sells the same beef used in the restaurant for guests who want to take it home.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Bone-In New York \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Spend a Day Along Pasong Tamo Extension<\/span><\/h2>\n

Pasong Tamo Extension brings together experiences that are rarely confined to just one category. A visit might begin with an art gallery, continue over a tasting menu or wood-fired Spanish lunch, and end with wine, jam\u00f3n, or a stop at one of the area\u2019s specialty shops.<\/p>\n

With established names sitting alongside newer restaurants and creative spaces, this part of Makati continues to offer plenty to discover\u2014one table, gallery, and storefront at a time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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