Many of the finest food in the country are found in places where people rarely go. A quick two-hour drive south to Tagaytay for a weekend escape from the bustling life of the city is just the ideal breather every Manilenyo needs. With the exception of the amazing highlands and cool climate of Tagaytay, one thing is definitely worth experiencing – countryside dining at Antonio’s.
Chef Tony Boy Escalante, runs and owns the esteemed Antonio’s Group of Restaurants together with his wife, Agnes Escalante. He was able to experience the different cultures as he traveled across the world back when he worked as a flight attendant. He was deeply amazed at the gastronomic riches of good food that are mostly found in countryside. Chef Tony then decided to leave his career and pursue his love for cooking and food. He took up culinary studies in Australia and had his internship at the Mandarin Hotel in Makati. He had the opportunity to perfect his cooking skills and work with some of the prominent chefs in the country. The humble beginning of Antonio’s originally started as a farm back in 2000. Its locally grown, farm fresh produce have been offered in upscale restaurants in the metro. At present, the farm, its livestock and other products provide the very heart of all three restaurants – The Antonio’s, The Grill and Breakfast at Antonio’s.
Set in vast green gardens, Antonio’s guests can dine and relax in its rustic ambiance. Together, Chef Tony and his right-hand, Chef Ricky Sison, create incredible dishes presented in beautiful and distinctive plating. The exceptional interiors and warm ambiance complement the intercontinental cuisine of Antonio’s. Breakfast at Antonio’s opened its doors in November 2003 and offers an all-day breakfast menu that will fascinate everyone’s morning with the all-time favorites – pancakes, waffles, toasted breads, eggs and breakfast sausages. This early dining experience is best enjoyed together with the classic deli favorites and homemade gourmets like jam and freshly baked breads. The Grill offers authentic home-style Filipino cuisine with its myriad choices of appetizing dishes like the popularly-known Inasal, batchoy, chicharon, tokwa’t baboy, ensaladang mangga and sizzling bulalo. Other famous Filipino dishes are created with a twist that recognizes Antonio’s unique blend of flavors.
Apart from the outstanding flavorful creations, the elegant and tranquil setting of Antonio’s green gardens, cabana and entire restaurant has become a favorite venue for private events like weddings and other celebrations.
Antonio’s has been often recognized as one of top 20 restaurants in Asia by Miele Guide, an international food guide that celebrates Asia’s best chefs and restaurants; and in this year’s edition, Chef Tony’s fine dining restaurant is ranked 17th . Antonio’s proudly showcases the richness in the art and beauty of true Filipino cuisine, a success worth commending.
***
Mango Tours is a provider of quality, affordable and convenient travel services that include low-priced airline tickets, customized Philippine and International Tour Packages, Cruises, Land Transfers, Passport and Visa Concerns. It is the #1 producer of reliable travel services particularly when it comes to Philippine travel arrangements to the Filipino-American community in the US Mango Tours is able to provide its customers with a number of travel options at affordable rates because of its consolidator contracts with over 11 airlines. Book your travel bookings with Mango Tours by calling its 24/7 U.S. toll-free number at 1-866-2-MANILA (1-866-2-626452). Visit www.mangotours.com to know more about its latest promos and travel offers.
