10 'Masarap-Ba'-Approved Party Food You Can Try For New Year

The food review page Masarap Ba? has garnered a massive cult (or in their terms, ka-kulto) following in the past few years. The owner, who chooses to remain anonymous, provides an honest, straightforward take by simply answering the burning question in the collective minds of hungry Filipino foodies, “marasap o hindi masarap.”

They don’t take themselves too seriously and effectively tap into the Pinoy sensibilities with humorous hyperbolic comparisons that vividly describe the flavor profile. When they do get into detail on what brought about their positive or negative feedback, it's still written in an easy-to-digest format that’s ideal for adults who are quickly deciding where to eat.

10 Masarap Ba?-approved party food you can try

Masarap Ba? doesn't discriminate and reviews food of varying price points. They also choose to highlight start-ups so their followers get to patronize local businesses. With only a few days away until 2020, we rounded up Masarap Ba?-approved party food that you may want to consider bringing to the New Year’s Eve celebration and succeeding parties and reunions in the next decade.

Ube Cake from Caramia Cakes & Gelato

Php880 per cake

If you want to impress titas or your mother-in-law during family reunions, this sweat treat will take away that umay feeling after feasting the whole day.

For orders, call (02)-8822-1111 or follow them @caramia.ph on Instagram and @caramiacakesandgelato on Facebook.

Bibingka Cheesecake from Le Sucre Lab

Php685 per cake

Le Sucre Lab is known for their mind-blowing chocolate dreamcake, but their unique twist on the classic Pinoy dessert is also Masarap Ba- and holiday-approved! It's perfect for when you’re craving that sweet-and-salty combination.

For orders, call 0995-775-7218 or 0928-739-7946. Follow @lesucrelabph on Facebook and Instagram for a list of their branches.

Three-Cheese Pizza from Habanero Kitchen Bar

Php448 per pizza

The kids may stop running around for a bit when they take a bite out of this ooey-gooey, cheesy slice of pizza. You can also try their other unique flavors like the Margherita Truffle and Mussels Sisig pizzas.

For orders, call 0977-2065489. Follow @habanerokitchenbar on Facebook and Instagram or visit their branch at Cubao Expo Stall #63 Gen. Romulo Ave., Araneta Center.

Chicken Galantina from Beth’s Chicken Galantina Atbp.

Php120 per roll

Even the nosiest relative will keep mum from asking probing questions because they will be busy enjoying a cheesy bite of this chicken dish.

For orders, call 0905-275-5453 or follow @bethschickengalantina on Facebook and Instagram.

Smoked Ribs from Big Daddy Jay’s All-American BBQ

Php995 for a full rack and Php555 for a half slab

With meat falling off the bone and a flavorful rub, this party platter will satisfy even the hungriest relatives at the reunion.

For orders, call 0955-349-6838 or follow @BigDaddyJayBBQ on Facebook and Instagram.

Roast Beef from Benedicto Kitchen PH

Starts at Php800 for 1/2 kg

The tenderness of this roast beef may inspire you to compose your online entry for the unofficial year-end essay writing contest on Facebook, just like how Masarap Ba describes this dish. You'll be the star of your New Year party for sure!

For orders, follow @benedictokitchenph on Instagram.

Premium Baked Lasagna from Doña Mila’s Lasagna

Php500 for 2-3 pax and Php1,300 for 10-12 pax

You may be uncertain about what to expect from the new decade. However, you can rest easy knowing that each layer of this lasagna will be consistently meaty and cheesy.

For orders, follow @donamilaslasagna on Facebook and Instagram.

Lo Mejor from La Cocina De Pascua

 Php1,200 per serving

This best-selling savory Spanish dish contains a hearty helping of beef, chorizo, tripe, ox tail, and ox tongue. Yum!

For orders, call 0928-758-5612 or follow them @lacocinadepascua on Instagram.

Big Cheese Cassava Cake from Mango Grill Manila

Php400 per cake

The generous amount of cheese on top will put you in holiday spirits long after the break is over.

For orders call 0995-012-8158 or follow @mangogrillmanila on Facebook and Instagram. 

Warm Beef Nachos from Brown Bag Comfort Food

P400 per tub good for 3-5 pax

From the name itself, it's comfort food that tastes just like home. A nacho dip that doesn’t skimp on the beef, making it an ideal appetizer to tide you over before the main course.

For orders call 0928-503-3277 or follow @brownbag.comfortfood on Facebook or @brownbagcomfortfood on Instagram.

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