Where to eat seafood this Holy Week
Meatless doesn't mean flavorless
Published Apr 2, 2023 03:47 am
Featured image: Kung Pao Fish by Panda Express
After putting plant-based chicken sandwich and plant-based burger on their diversified menu last year, Mimi & Bros is, once again, offering its newest meat-free choice—the Big Fish Sandwich!
On its own, the Mimi & Bros’ Big Fish Sandwich is an absolute wonder of a meal. It features a hefty fish filet, breaded and crisped to golden perfection. Its generous serving of special house blend tartar sauce oozes with a delightful tanginess that makes the sandwich truly unique. Nestled between slightly toasted buttery brioche buns, Mimi & Bros’ Big Fish Sandwich is a delicious catch. For only ₱275, the Big Fish Sandwich also comes with fries on the side.
The LA bar-inspired happy spot is situated at Crossroads, 32nd Street, Bonifacio Global City is open for al fresco dining or you may order this sandwich of a crunch through Viber at +63 945 798 5176, or find Mimi & Bros in Grab, Foodpanda, Dingdong, and Pick.A.Roo.
Pizza Hut, one of the most popular pizza chains in the country, offers four new shrimp-based options so you can still experience the brand’s bold flavors but in a meat-free way, available for a limited time only.
First is the new Shrimp Supreme Pan Pizza, made with garlic sauce, buttered shrimps, sliced mushrooms, and toasted garlic bits all resting on a bed of stretchy mozzarella cheese, all for just ₱399 for Regular and ₱599 for Large.
Pizza Hut has also unveiled two new pasta options, both cooked en papillote for enhanced flavor and aroma, starting with the new Shrimp Arrabbiata Pasta. Priced at ₱239, it is made with ziti cooked al dente and topped with tomato sauce, chili flakes, black olives, shrimps, parmesan cheese, and parsley. There is also the new Shrimp A la King Spaghetti, which is made with spaghetti cooked al dente and topped with cream, red and green bell pepper, shrimps, butter, parmesan cheese, and parsley. It’s also priced at ₱239.
For green-only eaters throughout the Holy Week, the Shrimp Spring Roll Salad is also offered, which is made with cucumber, romaine lettuce, vermicelli noodles, and shrimps, all wrapped in rice paper, and comes with sesame dressing. It is priced at ₱239 but unlike the dishes above, this one is available for dine-in only.
Exquisite flavors of the freshest catch expertly prepared by some of the best chefs in the metro are on offer at Newport World Resorts, such as the Emperor’s Seafood Claypot at Silk Road, located at the ground floor gaming area. Made with scallops, black mussels, suahe, fish filet, with lobster and fish balls in a special sauce, this topnotch dish, priced at ₱788, is served in a showstopping claypot that will keep the dish warm throughout the meal.
Seafood on Ice by the Garden Wing Café is a mouthwatering mixed seafood served over crushed ice, priced at ₱2,200 while Happy 8’s Wok Fried King Prawn in Chinese BBQ Sauce, which costs ₱2,066, should be a delight to seafood lovers.
Finally, at Ginzadon, the Unagi Ura Maki is worth trying over and over. The irresistible flavor of the California Maki is taken up a notch with an Eel Teriyaki topping. Have a taste of the savory roll for ₱1,180.
Situated at Malate, you may enjoy Century Tsukiji’s Japanese buffet spread, together with a crepes station, unlimited juices, “Make Your Own Ramen,” appetizers (otsumami), sushi, sashimi, sunomono (vinegared dishes), nimono (simmered dishes), teppanyaki, tempura, and yakimono for only ₱1199 net per person every Mondays to Thursdays.
At weekends, enjoy more of the Yakitori, variety of seasonal seafood, new sashimi and sushi creations, and an exclusive add-on of Japanese ice cream on top of the regular buffet spread for only ₱1,399 net per person.
Just when you thought food options were limited during the season of Lent, Panda Express, the world’s largest American Chinese dining concept, has you covered with delicious options, including its newest savory dish, Kung Pao Fish.
Inspired by Kung Pao Chicken, a classic Panda entrée, the fish version is a classic American Chinese dish packed with vegetables and spices and featuring Sichuan flavors and different textures. Panda Express puts its own unique spin on the dish by using lightly breaded boneless fish, a wide variety of freshly cut vegetables along with crunchy peanuts, all tossed in a flavorful sauce with a kick.
This newest menu addition will be available in all participating Panda Express store locations, for take-outs, and through order via pandaexpress.com.ph, GrabFood, or Foodpanda.
Aside from Kung Pao Fish, you may also try a variety of other plant and seafood-based entrees that fit their dietary needs. Panda’s Eggplant Tofu is a must-try entree made with fresh eggplants, bell peppers, and protein-rich tofu, wok-tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. Another guest favorite is Honey Walnut Shrimp, made with large tempura-battered shrimp, wok-tossed in a sweet honey sauce and topped with glazed walnuts.
By Neil Aventurado
For most practicing Catholics, praying, meditating, and repenting have been the main activities for the Holy Week and throughout the Lenten season. Abstaining from eating pork, chicken, and beef is also widely practiced. While it has been a way of life for the faithful of the predominant religion in the country, it does not mean you must deny yourself of appetizing meals. Here are five mouthwatering seafood dishes you may try over the Holy Week.Big fish sandwich
Mimi & Bros
After putting plant-based chicken sandwich and plant-based burger on their diversified menu last year, Mimi & Bros is, once again, offering its newest meat-free choice—the Big Fish Sandwich!
On its own, the Mimi & Bros’ Big Fish Sandwich is an absolute wonder of a meal. It features a hefty fish filet, breaded and crisped to golden perfection. Its generous serving of special house blend tartar sauce oozes with a delightful tanginess that makes the sandwich truly unique. Nestled between slightly toasted buttery brioche buns, Mimi & Bros’ Big Fish Sandwich is a delicious catch. For only ₱275, the Big Fish Sandwich also comes with fries on the side.
The LA bar-inspired happy spot is situated at Crossroads, 32nd Street, Bonifacio Global City is open for al fresco dining or you may order this sandwich of a crunch through Viber at +63 945 798 5176, or find Mimi & Bros in Grab, Foodpanda, Dingdong, and Pick.A.Roo.
Shrimp-based creations
Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut, one of the most popular pizza chains in the country, offers four new shrimp-based options so you can still experience the brand’s bold flavors but in a meat-free way, available for a limited time only.
First is the new Shrimp Supreme Pan Pizza, made with garlic sauce, buttered shrimps, sliced mushrooms, and toasted garlic bits all resting on a bed of stretchy mozzarella cheese, all for just ₱399 for Regular and ₱599 for Large.
Pizza Hut has also unveiled two new pasta options, both cooked en papillote for enhanced flavor and aroma, starting with the new Shrimp Arrabbiata Pasta. Priced at ₱239, it is made with ziti cooked al dente and topped with tomato sauce, chili flakes, black olives, shrimps, parmesan cheese, and parsley. There is also the new Shrimp A la King Spaghetti, which is made with spaghetti cooked al dente and topped with cream, red and green bell pepper, shrimps, butter, parmesan cheese, and parsley. It’s also priced at ₱239.
For green-only eaters throughout the Holy Week, the Shrimp Spring Roll Salad is also offered, which is made with cucumber, romaine lettuce, vermicelli noodles, and shrimps, all wrapped in rice paper, and comes with sesame dressing. It is priced at ₱239 but unlike the dishes above, this one is available for dine-in only.
Fresh seafood
Newport World Resorts
Exquisite flavors of the freshest catch expertly prepared by some of the best chefs in the metro are on offer at Newport World Resorts, such as the Emperor’s Seafood Claypot at Silk Road, located at the ground floor gaming area. Made with scallops, black mussels, suahe, fish filet, with lobster and fish balls in a special sauce, this topnotch dish, priced at ₱788, is served in a showstopping claypot that will keep the dish warm throughout the meal.
Seafood on Ice by the Garden Wing Café is a mouthwatering mixed seafood served over crushed ice, priced at ₱2,200 while Happy 8’s Wok Fried King Prawn in Chinese BBQ Sauce, which costs ₱2,066, should be a delight to seafood lovers.
Finally, at Ginzadon, the Unagi Ura Maki is worth trying over and over. The irresistible flavor of the California Maki is taken up a notch with an Eel Teriyaki topping. Have a taste of the savory roll for ₱1,180.
Japanese buffet
Century Tsukiji – Century Park Hotel
Situated at Malate, you may enjoy Century Tsukiji’s Japanese buffet spread, together with a crepes station, unlimited juices, “Make Your Own Ramen,” appetizers (otsumami), sushi, sashimi, sunomono (vinegared dishes), nimono (simmered dishes), teppanyaki, tempura, and yakimono for only ₱1199 net per person every Mondays to Thursdays.
At weekends, enjoy more of the Yakitori, variety of seasonal seafood, new sashimi and sushi creations, and an exclusive add-on of Japanese ice cream on top of the regular buffet spread for only ₱1,399 net per person.
Kung Pao Fish
Panda Express
Just when you thought food options were limited during the season of Lent, Panda Express, the world’s largest American Chinese dining concept, has you covered with delicious options, including its newest savory dish, Kung Pao Fish.
Inspired by Kung Pao Chicken, a classic Panda entrée, the fish version is a classic American Chinese dish packed with vegetables and spices and featuring Sichuan flavors and different textures. Panda Express puts its own unique spin on the dish by using lightly breaded boneless fish, a wide variety of freshly cut vegetables along with crunchy peanuts, all tossed in a flavorful sauce with a kick.
This newest menu addition will be available in all participating Panda Express store locations, for take-outs, and through order via pandaexpress.com.ph, GrabFood, or Foodpanda.
Aside from Kung Pao Fish, you may also try a variety of other plant and seafood-based entrees that fit their dietary needs. Panda’s Eggplant Tofu is a must-try entree made with fresh eggplants, bell peppers, and protein-rich tofu, wok-tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. Another guest favorite is Honey Walnut Shrimp, made with large tempura-battered shrimp, wok-tossed in a sweet honey sauce and topped with glazed walnuts.