Gallery by Vask, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Philippines

January has been a very busy month for me because of work and a lot of travels. Well January is also my birth month. I did not have any plans of celebrating my birthday when I came back from Ireland because after a few days I had to fly again. So my boyfriend said that we'll just have dinner in BGC after my work in a place where he said is kind of related to my work. My first reaction was “If you’re going to make me work on my birthday celebration then I’ll pass” Ofcourse it was a joke. 

Our journey started outside my office. He did not exactly tell me the name of the restaurant or building but just the street and avenue number. Fast forward, we arrived in the restaurant 10 minutes late but nonetheless the waitress ask for his name as you need reservations prior to arrival. 

As we enter the building, my boyfriend revealed the big surpirse: Gallery by Vask- a 16 course degustation restaurant. I am not that familiar with these kind of places, yes I have been in a fine dining restaurant but a 16-course degustation? No! A first timer I am! I asked my boyfriend why he chose this place and he simply said “Because I know you’ll appreciate this place because it is somewhat related to your work” True enough I did appreciate and love it a lot and it is related to my work (I work as in Research and Development of a Food Company by the way). 

There are two types of menu which you can choose from and my boyfriend chose a Filipino Cuisine which is entitled “Alamat”. Each dish is prepared freshly using fresh and indigenous produces from the locals. As they present each dish (change plate and cutleries) a chef who is responsible for the creation will explain what you will be eating. Each and every bite counts as the flavour burst inside your mouth.  

Balubad 
Kamote- Local Cucumber- Kamias Sorbet

Sizzling 
Wagyu- Iberico- Chili- Onion- Calamsi 

My happy boyfriend ( Hahaha)
Taho 
Goat’s Milk Tofu- Muscovado Tapioca- Ginger Perfume 

Cassava
Coconut- Carabao Milk- Biasong

Buen Viaje 
Sticky Rice- Mango- Tablea

3/11
Milk Textures 

Sungka
A game where you could try different desserts

Last Surprise for the day, because they know that we’re already too full. A simple and small portion birthday dessert from the restaurant 

After so many foods and wines I still look so happy! 

Alamat Menu

In conclusion Gallery by Vask gives you a very unique dining experience. Art, Architecture and Exquisite flavour this is what Gallery by Vask is all about. It is a bit pricey but if you want your special someone or loved one enjoy his or her birthday or any special occasion I seriously recommend this restaurant.