Diamond Hotel gives you a taste of history as they recreate the celebratory dinner our forefathers feasted on the eve of Philippine Independence — read more about it below:

Retrace the footsteps of the Philippines’ roots with culinary heritage advocate Chef Christopher Carangian on a food journey steeped in culture and tradition at Diamond Hotel Philippines.

Take a glimpse into a milestone of Philippine history as Diamond Hotel recreates the Malolos Congress Wine Dinner of 1898, wherein the proclamation of Philippine Independence was ratified in Bulacan. Experience the revival of the best of the original French menu alongside fine wine pairings on June 21, 2019 at the Diamond Ballroom for Php5,000 nett per person.

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Above Malolos Congress of 1989 | Wikicommons

Explore an anthology of illuminated Filipino flavours from June 19 to 30, 2019 at the Corniche restaurant, where a spread of fascinating regional recipes and rediscovered delicacies wait to be savored and celebrated. Diners can relive the tastes and aromas of the past on their plate with friends, family, and fellow food lovers for Php2,990 nett per person. To give a touch of excitement to the event, guests with a minimum spend of Php5,000 at the Corniche lunch or dinner buffet will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a 2-night stay in Baguio!

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Though guests can leisurely let their taste buds lead them through this gastronomic adventure, Chef Christopher Carangian is set to be your guide as diners delve into the origins of Filipino cuisine through his prepared dishes. As Founder and President of Razorchef Philippines and Punong Heneral of the Culinary Generals of the Philippines, Chef Carangian’s passion for exploring and reintroducing local, traditional dishes aims to promote the Philippines’ historical identity.

 

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Unique and unabashedly vibrant, the featured specialties brim with timeless tales and customs. Ciento Quinse, an extinct Chavacano dish, combines seafood with liempo in a long-forgotten, tradition. A better-known delicacy is the Pancit Langlang of Imus, Cavite, first made popular in El Filibusterismo by Dr. Jose Rizal and made with sotanghon noodles, chicken meat and eggs, quail eggs, shrimps, and vegetables. The Warik Warik of Northern Luzon is reminiscent of the Kapampangan sisig and the Ilocano dinakdakan. Once part of a ritual invoking the wisdom of the gods, this contains liempo cut and choice offal infused with ginger and other aromatics, along with liver spread for a modern take on an ancient, communal meal.

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Above Chef Christopher Carangian

Discover all these and more at Diamond Hotel's celebration of Philippine Heritage Cuisine this June! Book your table today via (632) 528-3000 ext. 1121 or email restaurant_rsvn@diamondhotel.com. For online vouchers and more information, visit onlineshopping.diamondhotel.com.

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Diamond Hotel Philippines is located at Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Manila. For inquiries, please call (632) 528-3000 or email guestservices@diamondhotel.com. For more information on Diamond Hotel Philippines, please visit diamondhotel.com. For hotel updates and special offers, follow the hotel on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DiamondHotelPh.