{"id":35678,"date":"2019-10-11T13:00:24","date_gmt":"2019-10-11T05:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/?p=35678"},"modified":"2019-10-11T17:30:07","modified_gmt":"2019-10-11T09:30:07","slug":"yuki-in-makati-brings-the-flavors-of-hokkaido-to-your-plate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/cuisines\/japanese\/yuki-in-makati-brings-the-flavors-of-hokkaido-to-your-plate\/","title":{"rendered":"YUKI in Makati Brings the Flavors of Hokkaido to Your Plate"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tucked away from the busy street of Makati City is <\/span>YUKI<\/b>\u2014an all-day cafe serving Japanese eats and delights that will surely float your boat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Born from a love of food and travel, the restaurant brings flavors from Hokkaido, Japan\u2019s northernmost region, to your plates.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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For starters, you\u2019ll love their <\/span>Ramen Salad (Php 180) <\/b>as it\u2019s light in the tummy. This dish features ramen noodles that are tossed in a sesame oil dressing and topped with vegetables, crab sticks, and egg.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Ramen Salad (Php 180)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Consider trying their <\/span>Carbonara (Php 320) <\/b>for the mains. This take on carbonara is made with egg, butter, parmesan, cream, and bacon. The flavors blend well together, creating a delectable finish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Note that all the pasta dishes at YUKI are made with spaghetti.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Carbonara (Php 320)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re more of a rice person, their <\/span>Hamburg in Curry Sauce (Php 250) <\/b>is for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s good about this dish is that while it boasts of a curry flavor, it doesn\u2019t overpower the overall taste.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Hamburg in Curry Sauce (Php 250)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

They also have <\/span>Prawn Tempura (Php 290)<\/b> that is surely a favorite among foodies. You\u2019ll enjoy the crunchy outer layer and the succulent shrimp that this classic Japanese dish can offer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

YUKI\u2019s Prawn Tempura is served with a side of vegetable tempura.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Prawn Tempura (Php 290)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

However, if you\u2019re looking for something lighter, they have a variety of sandwiches like the <\/span>Egg Salad & Cucumber Sandwich (Php 220) <\/b>served with nori-seasoned potato chips. The sandwich is ideal for those who want to eat a quick lunch or grab a snack to-go.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Other sandwiches include Shrimp & Crab, Ham & Cheese, Ham & Egg, and Tonkatsu & Cabbage Slaw. Prices may vary per sandwich.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Egg Salad & Cucumber Sandwich (Php 220)\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

As for desserts, their <\/span>Sweet Crepes (Php 240) <\/b>is a must. This heavenly treat comes in different flavors like Matcha Azuki, Banana Nutella, Choco Strawberry, Mango Dulce de Leche, and Fruits and Cheese.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Sweet Crepes (Php 240)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Further, try the crispy <\/span>Liege Waffles (Php 240) <\/b>that is served with sprinkles of pearl sugar. Their Matcha Azuki flavor is worth noting as it brings forth flavors of Japan with their <\/span>azuki<\/span><\/i> or red bean paste, which is commonly used as a filling for the ever-famous taiyaki.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You can also sample the waffles in Banana Nutella, Choco Strawberry, Mango Dulce de Leche, Fruits and Cheese, and Simple (maple syrup and butter).<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Liege Waffles (Php 240)\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

You might have heard of those airy and soft Japanese pancakes. Well, YUKI has its own take on <\/span>Japanese Pancakes (Php 240)<\/b> served with a fruit cup, maple syrup, and whipped butter.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Note that the pancakes are made fresh to order and usually take 30 minutes to prepare.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Japanese Pancakes (Php 240)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Lastly, their <\/span>Taiyaki (Php 160) <\/b>is definitely a treat. This is a snack that you rarely see at most Japanese restaurants, but YUKI serves it in three flavors: Azuki, Cheese, and Nutella. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Taiyaki (Php 160)\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll also find that YUKI boasts of a cozy interior that is very Instagrammable, making it ideal for a casual hangout or a relaxed family dinner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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YUKI is currently on soft opening. Their menu and operating hours may change after their grand opening to accommodate more people at any time of the day.<\/span><\/p>\n

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