Just recently, this increasingly popular trend brought us one concept that’s definitely first of its kind in Manila: DIY Sushi<\/strong>. Thanks to this new Kapitolyo hole-in-the-wall, your sushi dates just got a lot more fun and interactive.<\/p>\n YUAN\u00a0is a modern<\/strong> fusion\u00a0bistro\u00a0by day\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Asian whiskey lounge by night<\/strong>. This hole-in-the-wall can be spotted at the Victoria Plaza Building<\/strong> on Brixton Street, Kapitolyo\u2014home to a wave of many new late night spots, secret restaurants, and more.<\/p>\n YUAN is owned by a group of friends from different industries, brought together by a common passion for great food and drinks. It was Chef Kel Zaguirre<\/strong>, the same culinary genius\u00a0behind\u00a0Locavore<\/a>, who played an integral role in\u00a0conceptualizing YUAN\u00a0from aesthetics down to the flavors. The result is a mix of Singaporean, Vietnamese, Japanese, and HK-inspired dishes<\/strong> you will\u00a0rarely find elsewhere.<\/p>\n With a variety of menu highlights, this\u00a0DIY Sushi Set is easily the most popular choice\u2014especially for those who want an interactive way to enjoy their\u00a0first date or barkada<\/em> get-together. Check it out and learn\u00a0how you can build your own sushi!<\/p>\n Sushi platter with Japanese rice, salmon and tuna sashimi, sesame oil, nori strips, and sliced vegetables.<\/em><\/p>\n Aside from the DIY Sushi Set, you must not miss out on these exciting dishes:<\/p>\n Maling cooked tonkatsu-style, served with 5\u00a0different sauces: house X.O. sauce, tonkatsu Sauce, japanese mayo, slaw, sesame dressing. Insider tip:<\/strong>\u00a0Dip your fries in 2\u00a0or more sauces at once!<\/em><\/p>\n Stir-fried edamame with spicy garlic miso sauce<\/em><\/p>\n House baos filled with eight-hour pulled Jap curry with lamb shoulder and mozzarella<\/em><\/p>\n Ramen noodles with laksa broth, schmaltz, tare, fish cake, lobster balls, prawns, bean sprouts. Insider tip: <\/strong>1\u00a0bowl is good for 2 + you can have your spiciness adjusted!<\/em><\/p>\n 80z Angus ribeye with house wasabi chimichurri, served with beetroot mash, orange kamote, snow peas<\/em><\/p>\n Congee-style oyster mushroom risotto with shiitake, lap cheong, scallions, and soy sauce<\/em> Don’t forget to finish off your meal with a few of their craft\u00a0cocktails and whiskey which you can buy by the bottle. \u00a0Fun fact:\u00a0<\/strong>Yuan consulted with the guys at Blind Pig<\/strong> to come up with these concoctions!<\/p>\n Excited to try Yuan? Add it to your MUST-TRY LIST<\/strong>\u00a0on our app! Don’t forget to share\u00a0your food adventures by tagging us on Instagram @bookyapp<\/a> and #bookymanila.\u00a0The Booky app lets you\u00a0search over 16,000 restaurants and menus in Manila OFFLINE<\/strong>. Download<\/a> it\u00a0for free today!<\/p>\n No reservations acceptedALSO READ: Top 10 Most Loved Restaurants in Pasig for the month!<\/pre>\n
YUAN\u00a0Asian Bistro<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Kapitolyo<\/h2>\n
Fun Fact:<\/strong> YUAN refers to a 'time of greatness' established by Kublai khan in Chinese history.\u00a0It can also pertain to a type of Currency.<\/pre>\n
DIY Sushi Set<\/h2>\n
Step 1:<\/span> In the molder,\u00a0brush the Japanese rice with sesame oil.<\/h2>\n
Step 2:<\/span> Press rice onto\u00a0the middle\u00a0of your nori.<\/h2>\n
Step 3:<\/span> Place wasabi over the rice and top\u00a0with your sashimi of choice.<\/h2>\n
Step 4:<\/span> Add your chosen toppings and roll nori to seal.<\/h2>\n
X.O. Tonkatsu Maling Fries<\/h2>\n
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Spicy Edamame<\/h2>\n
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Laksa Tantanmen<\/h2>\n
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Ribeye with Wasabi Chimichurri<\/h2>\n
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Claypot Chicken and Mushroom Risotto<\/h2>\n
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Insider tip:<\/strong> They serve UNLIMITED WINE<\/strong> every Tuesday for only P699! They also have Jazz Nights<\/strong> on Saturdays.<\/pre>\n
Whiskey Sour<\/h2>\n
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Picasso<\/h2>\n
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Old Fashioned<\/h2>\n
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\n<\/strong>View their Instagram account<\/a>
\nBrixton Victoria Plaza, #1 Brixton St, Kapitolyo, Pasig
\n(0915) 091-2613<\/span><\/p>\n