May 29, 2025

Spices in Makati: A Symphony of Asian Flavors

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  • In the hunt for the best cuisines that highlight the rich and flavorful spices from around the world? This restaurant in Makati is definitely what you’re looking for! Introducing Spices at the Peninsula: A symphony of Asian flavors. 

    IMAGE from Spices

    Spices at the Peninsula serves authentic and exotic flavorful dishes from Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and India. The Balinese inspired decors of the restaurant give you a relaxing vibe with its enclosed and more formal dining area, and the glass-enclosed pavilion with its relaxing view of the outdoor pool and garden. A perfect place for an intimate dining experience!

    Spices Pavillion / IMAGE from Spices

    Spices offer a variety of soups, noodles, salads, kebab, and prawns, from all over Asia. Some of their dishes like curries are from Malaysia, Thailand, Sri Lanka and India and uses all-natural spices like annatto seeds, cardamoms, chilli peppers, cinnamon, cloves, lemon grass, and ginger.

    Cha Gio (Php 1,190) / IMAGE from Spices

    In Spices, the long-lasting tradition of using spices to enhance the cuisines of each country remains is steadfast as ever. They highlight the cuisines of eight Asian countries by offering dishes with unique spices that represent the rich culture and flavor of the country. But if you’re not into spicy food, they can adjust the spiciness level from mild, medium, spicy, to very spicy.

    Bun Ga Nuong (Php 890) / IMAGE from Spices

    Other must-try dishes at Spices include Cha Gio, crispy Vietnamese spring rolls; Bun Ga Nuong, a flavorful Vietnamese noodle dish with lemongrass chicken; Tom Nuong (Php 1,690), succulent tiger prawns baked with garlic hollandaise; and Kaow Niew Mamuang, a refreshing dessert of mango with sticky rice and coconut milk. The restaurant prides itself on using authentic ingredients imported from various countries to bring true regional flavors to every dish.

    Tom Nuong (Php 1,690) / IMAGE from Spices

    Kaow Niew Mamuang (Php 790) / IMAGE from Spices

    The kitchen is led by Alex Destriza, who has honed his skills at prestigious locations like the Marco Polo, Dusit Thani Hotel in Davao, and other renowned establishments in Ireland.

    Got any group gatherings? The open Pavilion area can accommodate up to 40 people, making it a great option for business meetings and intimate events. So whether you’re a first-timer or an adventurous foodie, you can have a taste of Asian cuisine in just one restaurant!


    This also appears in Volume 123 of Philippine Primer Japanese magazine
    Source: Spices at the Peninsula

    General Information

  • The Peninsula Manila, cor. of Ayala and Makati Avenues, Makati City
  • 02-8887-2888 ext. 6754 or 6755
  • 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • www.peninsula.com/en/manila/hotel-fine-dining/spices-asian-cuisine-restaurant
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