FLAVORS FROM THE WEST
Words by Ela Bendaña
Filipinos are active participants in world exploration, as well as in the endless hunt for the best flavors around the globe. This becomes a major factor in the country’s wide-ranging cuisines inspired by various dishes from different cultures.
To share the best food experiences with the vast majority, establishments are now expanding their menus with dishes prepared using spices and techniques brought all the way from foreign countries. One of the ventures to trust on this is Gringo, a Mexican-Latin restaurant established in 2016.
“Hola! Welcome to Gringo!” This warm greeting from the restaurant’s servers is what will first excite your inner foodie. Its rustic interiors highlighted with vintage items will then follow and bring you to the unique concept of Gringo, a male persona of a man born in the ’80s, who just prepared a feast for his amigos at his place.
From interiors to food, Gringo does not disappoint. He serves authentic Mexican and Latin dishes paired with side dishes and drinks anyone will enjoy. The menu includes best-sellers Nacho Grande, a huge tray of corn chips topped with shredded chicken, salsa, and special sauce perfect for an appetizer. Southern Spice Chicken, a main dish that gives off a strong flavor from the perfect fusion of herbs and spices, Original Chicken which, on the other hand, soothes the palate with its traditional taste, and Baby Back Ribs that hook with its tenderness and rich glaze. All these go well with Gringo’s house dips, the tangy Lemon Herb and Hot and Spicy sauces.
Added to the roster are side dishes such as buttered corn, fries, macaroni salad, garlic mushrooms, smoked beans, and more. Famous street tacos, quesadillas, and burritos also await, and are ready to unleash the Mexican in you.
Parties are always best with some alcohol. No worries because Gringo knows! You can also share with your friends the best-sellers El Gringo Margarita and House Mojito, local and imported beers, and hard liquors.
Gringo, indeed, lives up to his notable line, “Chicken, Ribs, Friends,” assuring the best dining experience one can ever have.