2 Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants team up for one-night-only dinner

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MANILA — The Underbelly and La Pita, both included in the Michelin Guide’s 2027 Bib Gourmand selection announced last mnnth, are teaming up for a one-night dinner on November 13, bringing together Japanese and Levantine flavors in a special collaborative menu.

Chefs Noel Mauricio and Jackson Chua of The Underbelly will work with Sam Rohana of La Pita to create dishes combining ingredients and cooking techniques from both culinary traditions.

The menu features Za’atar Edamame with roasted kombu and fish powder; Gyoza Barak, filled with lamb and beef and prepared in the style of shish barak; Shawarma Tonkotsu Ramen with chicken musakhan and shawarma spices; and Lamb Chahan, made with lamb saddle and Japanese fried rice cooked in lamb fat.

The set menu costs P2,300 per person, inclusive of 12% value-added tax and subject to a 10% service charge. It includes one starter, one main course and one drink, with an option to add dessert.

The dinner will be held at The Underbelly at The Alley at Karrivin, Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City, with two seatings: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and 8 to 10 p.m.

Reservations can be made through this online booking form.