The Pantry at Dusit Thani Manila: A Premium Fark-to-fork Buffet Worth Trying
Farm-to-fork is something that’s slowly taking a foothold in today’s restaurant scene. Normally done by start-ups, it has also found its way to big-name restaurants in hotels, none more so than Dusit Thani Manila’s The Pantry.
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The Pantry is Dusit Thani’s take on farm-to-fork fare, buffet style. They use locally-sourced organic produce and ingredients to create any of their dishes. If it sounds like they’ll be limited to Filipino cuisine, you’re sadly mistaken.
Priced at Php 2,500/head, they have several global stations to choose from: carving and seafood stations, as well as your standard salad, dessert, and beverage bars. Rounding off the nine stations is their Grab & Go takeaway counter.
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You may also get your fill of different tastes and textures with Indian, Italian, Filipino, and Pan-Asian cuisines on the menu. Must-tries at The Pantry include lechon, brick-oven pizza, seafood, tuna tartare, chocolate coated strawberries, and artisanal ice cream.
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The Pantry also offers an impressive beverage menu that complements its diverse culinary fare. Guests can enjoy specialty cocktails like the Karagatan, featuring Blue Pea gin and tonic water, and the Ligaya, a blend of Lambanog, chickpea juice, lychee syrup, calamansi juice, and sugar syrup. Classic cocktails such as the Mojito, Classic Margarita, and Mai Tai are also available, with options to choose from premium spirits like Bacardi, Jose Cuervo Gold, and Plantation Original Dark. For wine lovers, The Pantry has a selection of red and white wines to pair with their meals. While specific labels are not detailed in the available sources, guests have praised the restaurant for offering good varietals.
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In addition to alcoholic beverages, The Pantry serves a variety of teas, including English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Chamomile, Jasmine Green Tea, Sencha Green Tea, and Peppermint, catering to guests who prefer non-alcoholic drinks.
Whether you’re looking to enjoy a hearty breakfast, a sumptuous lunch, or a delightful dinner, The Pantry at Dusit Thani Manila offers a memorable dining experience that celebrates the richness of international and local cuisines.
