Read also<\/strong>: Pride of the Metro: 6 Restaurants and LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces in Manila<\/strong><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\nWe at Booky are celebrating Pride with you! If you’re feeling extra festive this month, here’s a rundown of restaurants that have special offerings and new menu items! You can drop by these places, enjoy their special offerings, and attend the activities before or after the Pride event!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Butterboy<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Known for its iconic Drag Brunch<\/strong><\/a>, Butterboy has something to offer for Pride month this year, too! The delightful pastries available this Pride Month include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Vanilla White Choc Rainbow Croissant<\/strong>: Filled with white chocolate and vanilla pastry cream.<\/li>
- Rainbow Quiche<\/strong>: Made with cheese, spinach, red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, and carrots.<\/li>
- Olive Oil Madeleines<\/strong>: Made with extra virgin olive oil\u2014for the benefit of Little Gaza at Don Antonio, QC.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The sweet and flaky Strawberry Pain Au Chocolat<\/strong> with strawberry-flavored white chocolate is to die for. If you’re looking for something classic, Pain Au Chocolat<\/strong> with dark chocolate is available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lastly, the savory Ham and Cheese Croissant<\/strong> with pork ham and cheese is perfect for those who like it uhh… meaty!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photo from Wilmark Jolindon via Butterboy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n View menu on Booky<\/a>
View branches<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nFresh Grinds Cafe<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A homey coffee shop along Poblacion in Makati, Fresh Grinds Cafe offers special drinks for Pride Month: Low Carb Bubbly Pride Tea, Berry Dirty Cloud Matcha Latte<\/strong>, and Choco-Slay-Tey Patootie<\/strong>. The best part? When you order Low Carb Bubbly Pride Tea,<\/strong> 10% of the proceeds go to Metro Manila Pride, a non-profit organization supporting LGBTQ+ communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On June 15, Fresh Grinds will host “Hangout. Coffee. Chill.,” a day full of activities like tarot reading and games. Discounted drinks and a mini Pride booth will be available, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photo from Fresh Grinds Cafe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n View menu on Booky<\/strong><\/a>
1132 Antipolo St, Poblacion, Makati<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nCommune<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Commune\u2014a community cafe in Makati\u2014will host #Resbaklaan, a night of performance, party, and advocacy on June 22. Make sure to sign up<\/a> <\/strong>because there are limited slots available!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aside from this activity, Commune is also introducing Pride Blend<\/strong>, a limited-edition coffee bean blend, with proceeds benefiting the Golden Gays community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photo from Commune<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n View menu on Booky<\/strong><\/a>
36 Polaris cor Durban St, Poblacion, Poblacion, Makati<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nKoomi<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Celebrate unconditional love with Koomi’s Froyoniversal Love<\/strong>! This limited-edition froyo flavor features strawberry, kiwi, mango, blueberry, popping boba, and salted caramel. Hurry and grab your significant other for a sweet froyo date this month!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photo from Koomi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n View menu on Booky<\/a>
View branches<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nCoffee Spot<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There’s a running joke in the community that gays love iced coffee. Whether or not that’s true, a hot or iced caffeine fix is\u2014at this point\u2014a necessity!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Head to this coffee shop in Project 4 and get a free Medio Iced Bellagio<\/strong> by taking a selfie with your food and coffee, tagging Coffee Spot on social media, and using #CoffeeSpotP4Allies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photo from Coffee Spot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n View menu on Booky<\/strong><\/a>
JP Rizal St, Project 4, Quezon City<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nKanto Tayo<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Located in Sampaloc, Manila, Kanto Tayo is a spot where you can hang out with friends who will accept you with open arms. For Pride Month, customers wearing Pride-related clothing or accessories will receive a free Rainbow Cocktail<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photo from Kanto Tayo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Cover photo from Butterboy<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n