I do adore all things French, the latest being Mireio French Brasserie at the Raffles Hotel, Makati. I loved the typical shuttered, white, quirky and clean interiors at first sight. Floor to ceiling windows give you unobstructed views of the city. And, a collection of commissioned artwork from Philippine artists are exhibited throughout including an impressive modern painting depicting the story of Mireio.
Opening on Monday, December 12, get ready to feast on Chef de Cuisine, Nicolas Cegretin’s creations. Because French food is generally rich, Chef Nicolas pairs some light salads to go with his meals, balancing it out for the Filipino palate. He works with a lot of local fresh produce as well. And has developed light tartar’s and chilled vegetable soup to make your dining experience pleasant and whole.
Mireio, French Brasserie – Raffles Hotel
a tale of two nic’s. chef de cuisine nicolas cegretin and mireio manager nicolas bracq
This is the Mireio Terrace Bar. A few steps away is an outdoor terrace that boasts unobstructed views of the city. They will be open everyday, from 5 to 7 p.m. This season would be the best time to go to catch the chilly December to February weather.
amuse bouche: fresh and smoked salmon with granny smith apple and dijon mustard cream. beef tartar with goat cheese, basil and crispy bread
chilled zucchini soup with basil and chorizo
grilled skipjack tuna with healthy carrot mousseline, espuma and caramel
love this copper pot! makes the dining experience much more pleasurable
slow-cooked oxtail parmentier with black truffle jus and mesclun
rum baba: coconut and lime panacotta, exotic soup, mango and passion fruit sorbet and a chocolate stick
petit four’s: lemon madeleine, raspberry pate de fruit & ginger sesame praline
Reservations: 02-795-0707, Email mireio.makati@raffles.com
Raffles Makati: 1 Raffles Drive, Makati Avenue, Makati, 1224