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Flavors of Spain take center stage

At The Grand Hyatt Manila's The Cellar, Semana Grande brings the warmth and spirit of Spanish dining to life with Chef Gadz Ong's inspired menu of pintxos, fideuà, and grilled Iberico specialties

Published Oct 15, 2025 07:27 am

At A Glance

  • By Treena Tecson
SPANISH SURF The Fideuà de Mariscos bursts with Catalan flair—a rich medley of short pasta, chorizo sobrasada, octopus, and prawns cooked to savory perfection
SPANISH SURF The Fideuà de Mariscos bursts with Catalan flair—a rich medley of short pasta, chorizo sobrasada, octopus, and prawns cooked to savory perfection
Savor the flavors of Spain at Grand Hyatt Manila as The Cellar launches “Semana Grande: A Feast of Spanish Flavors”, a week-long celebration of authentic Spanish cuisine lasting until Oct. 18, 2025, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. The Semana Grande launch held last October 10 was a spirited evening attended by members of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce, partners from Olmeda Orígenes and Werdenberg International Corporation, and special guests all gathered to toast to Spain’s enduring culinary legacy.
At the helm of this celebration was Chef Diorella “Gadz” Ong, whose passion for Spanish cuisine was reignited after an inspiring culinary journey to Spain earlier this year through Werdenberg and Olmeda Orígenes. “A few months ago, I had the privilege of going to Spain and seeing firsthand how incredible ingredients are grown and crafted,” shares Chef Gadz. “From carefully nurtured piquillo peppers and olives to traditionally prepared anchovies, the famous Manchego cheese, and exquisite Jamón, every element carries a story and a legacy of care.”
CHEF ON FIRE Chef Diorella “Gadz” Ong channels her passion for Spanish cuisine, crafting vibrant dishes inspired by her recent culinary journey through Spain
CHEF ON FIRE Chef Diorella “Gadz” Ong channels her passion for Spanish cuisine, crafting vibrant dishes inspired by her recent culinary journey through Spain
The menu for Semana Grande features a curated selection of Spanish classics which include a Pintxos Platter featuring goat cheese with figs, baby gem lettuce with Jamon Iberico crumbs, Idiazabal cheese with egg yolk confit, Boquerones with tomato and garlic, Gildas with Manzanilla olives and Cantabrian anchovy and Guindilla peppers, and Chorizo with Piquillo jam and Mahon cheese for PHP 600
Guests can also enjoy family style portions of the Torta Del Casar (₱2,980) — a creamy Extremadura cheese with walnuts, figs, honey, and homemade bread or a board of premium Spanish cured meats (₱2,650) featuring Iberian Beef Cecina, Jamon Iberico De Cebo, Salchichon from Vic, Fuet from Montseny, and other accompaniments.
Seafood lovers can savor the Fideua de Mariscos (₱1,650), a Catalan-style short pasta dish with chorizo sobrasada, octopus, and prawns. Meat lovers can enjoy the Grilled Iberico Pluma (₱3,300) served with Romesco sauce, piquillo peppers, and Basque chili. Each dish finds its perfect match with the fine selection of Spanish vermouth, sangria, wines, and Estrella Galicia draft beer.
WARM WHISPERS The Cellar’s intimate interiors glow with rustic charm, where brick walls, wooden accents, and soft lighting create the perfect setting for lingering over wine and Spanish fare
WARM WHISPERS The Cellar’s intimate interiors glow with rustic charm, where brick walls, wooden accents, and soft lighting create the perfect setting for lingering over wine and Spanish fare
Following Semana Grande, The Cellar will launch its Sunday Brunch on Nov. 9 featuring a spread of pintxos, charcuterie, rotisserie, and à la minute dishes with optional add-ons such as Jamon Iberico and fresh oysters. The brunch is priced at ₱3,200 net per person, with an optional free-flow beverage package at ₱1,500 net, featuring sangria, cava, wines, and Grand Hyatt Lager — perfect for leisurely Sunday gatherings with family and friends.
With Chef Gadz’s inspired menu and The Cellar’s refined atmosphere, Semana Grande captures the flavorful and festive essence of Spanish cuisine.
For reservations or more information, visit www.grandhyattmanila.com or follow @grandhyattmanilaph on Instagram and Grand Hyatt Manila PH on Facebook.
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