Gallery by Chele, Antonio's among the best in Asia according to prestigious list
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The two Filipino restaurants join an impressive list of names scattered around the region.
Things have been tough for the food and beverage industry due to the lingering coronavirus pandemic.
But this didn't stop two Filipino restaurants from being recognized as among the best in the Asia for 2021 according to an international listing.
Antonio's in Tagaytay City and Gallery by Chele in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig were ranked 84 and 90, respectively, in Asia's 100 best restaurants list by Asia's 50 Best Restaurants Academy.
This marked the first time that the academy has released its 51st to 100th list, and it came days before the unveiling of the top 50 list this coming Thursday, March 25.
By blending Filipino with Spanish, European, and Southeast Asian flavors, Gallery by Chele has attracted a loyal fan base of food fans looking to enjoy a rich selection of fusion dishes.
On the other hand, Antonio's is known for its dishes with Filipino, French, Mediterranean, American, and Italian influences. The restaurant is owned by renowned chef Tonyboy Escalante.
By making it to the list, both Antonio's and Gallery by Chele join an illustrious group of restaurants across Asia that continue to reinvent the culinary traditions of their respective countries.
Some of the restaurants that have made it to the list include Sugita in Tokyo, Japan; Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet in Shanghai, China; Bukhara in New Delhi, India; Meta in Singapore; the popular Michelin-starred street eatery Raan Jay Fai in Bangkok, Thailand; TocToc in Seoul, South Korea; and Gen in Penang, Malaysia, among others.
“The year that has passed is really challenging for most of us, but we are ecstatic, humbled, and beyond grateful to be part of this year's esteemed Asia's 50 Best 51-100 list ranking,” Gallery by Chele said on Instagram.
“Always immersing in history, culture, and traditions but is not bound by it. Our journey never ends and we will continue to move and share with you our philosophy and give you an experience that magical 'Curated local produce, inspired by traditions.'”
The restaurant industry has been one of the worst-hit industries throughout the pandemic as people were advised to stay home and avoid social gatherings.
Here in the Philippines, new guidelines designed to slow down the resurgence of COVID-19 cases are expected to greatly affect the food business anew.
“The 51-100 list of Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2021 aims to shine a light on a wider array of establishments across the region that will inspire food lovers as they consider their future dining and travel plans,” said William Drew, Director of Content at Asia's 50 Best Restaurants.
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