{"id":63075,"date":"2026-03-02T14:20:36","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T06:20:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/?p=63075"},"modified":"2026-03-02T14:20:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T06:20:36","slug":"matcha-bar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/location\/philippines\/makati\/legazpi\/matcha-bar\/","title":{"rendered":"Matcha Bar in Makati: Elevating the Matcha Ritual from Davao to Manila"},"content":{"rendered":"

Matcha Bar<\/strong>, a beloved Davao-based caf\u00e9 known for its single-minded focus on premium matcha, has expanded its presence to Metro Manila with a new location on Salcedo Street in Legazpi Village, Makati<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Matcha Bar\u2019s journey began in Davao City<\/strong> in 2018<\/strong>, when it first introduced premium Japanese matcha powder to a local market that was still largely unfamiliar with the ingredient. What started as a quiet venture slowly built a following among those curious about matcha\u2019s depth, quality, and tradition.<\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Matcha Bar<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Despite the slow beginnings, the team remained committed to sourcing exceptional matcha and sharing it in its purest form. In 2023<\/strong>, Matcha Bar took a more immersive approach by opening its first caf\u00e9\u2014creating a space where people could experience matcha thoughtfully rather than as a passing trend.<\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Make It Makati’s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Founded by Sahara Lara Casteel<\/strong>, the caf\u00e9 reflects her belief in balance, flavor, and ingredient integrity. Having studied at Le Cordon Bleu in Kuala Lumpur and earned a diploma in plant-based cuisine, Sahara brings a mindful, quality-driven perspective to everything served. Though the caf\u00e9 is drink-focused, her background naturally influences the way Matcha Bar approaches preparation and flavor harmony.<\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Matcha Bar<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Matcha Bar is best known as a purveyor of premium Japanese matcha and carefully crafted tea-based beverages. One of its must-try offerings is the Matcha Signature (Php 310)<\/strong>, a classic matcha latte served with a side of house-made nama chocolate. The pairing creates a beautiful balance of earthy depth, creaminess, and subtle sweetness\u2014perfect for those new to matcha and longtime enthusiasts alike.<\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Matcha Bar’s Instagram account<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Those seeking a warm, soothing option will enjoy the Kinako Hojicha (Php 270)<\/strong>, a latte made with dark-roasted hojicha and kinako, or roasted soybean flour. With its nutty, toasty profile and very low caffeine content, it\u2019s ideal for slow afternoons or evening visits.<\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Matcha Bar’s Instagram account<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

For something familiar yet unexpected, the Matcha London Fog (Php 270)<\/strong>\u00a0blends Earl Grey tea with matcha, resulting in a comforting drink layered with citrusy notes and gentle bitterness. It\u2019s a refreshing take on a classic that showcases Matcha Bar\u2019s creative yet respectful approach to tea.<\/p>\n

Beyond beverages, Matcha Bar crafts everything in-house\u2014from pur\u00e9es and syrups to pastes\u2014ensuring each element complements the matcha\u2019s natural character. Even the small indulgences are made with care, including breads and pastries, all freshly prepared in their kitchen.<\/p>\n

\"\"Caramelized Walnut Cinnamon Rolls \/ IMAGE from Matcha Bar’s Instagram account<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

At its core, Matcha Bar remains a casual caf\u00e9 rooted in quality and intention<\/strong>. From its humble beginnings in Davao City to its growing presence in Makati, the brand continues to invite guests to slow down and discover matcha in its best form\u2014one thoughtfully prepared cup at a time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Matcha Bar, a beloved Davao-based caf\u00e9 known for its single-minded focus on premium matcha, has expanded its presence to Metro Manila with a new location on Salcedo Street in Legazpi Village, Makati City.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":64037,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[20,61,112,2634,72,7780],"tags":[740,313,529,7817,7818,958,2637],"class_list":["post-63075","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-legazpi","category-davao","category-makati","category-siargao-island","category-cafe-resto","category-matcha","tag-davao","tag-makati","tag-matcha","tag-matcha-bar","tag-matcha-bar-ph","tag-pastries","tag-siargao"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/63075","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=63075"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/63075\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":64039,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/63075\/revisions\/64039"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/64037"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=63075"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=63075"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=63075"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}