JASMINE has been one of Manila’s favorite Cantonese restaurants for years, known for its consistently excellent food. Every festive season, Master Chef Brandon Ng (Chee Kin Ng) introduces new creations that celebrate authentic Cantonese techniques while exploring exciting flavors. It’s something we look forward to every year!
about
Jasmine celebrates authentic Chinese cuisine through handcrafted dim sum, slow-simmered broths, wok-fired specialties, and freshly roasted barbecue. Rooted in tradition and elevated by local ingredients—from Benguet vegetables to Palawan seafood—its menu brings together timeless flavors, culinary artistry, and a commitment to Filipino farmers and communities.
Master Chef Brandon Ng, Executive Chef at New World Makati Hotel since January 2024, brings 28 years of international hospitality experience across leading luxury hotel groups and destinations in Asia and Australia. A graduate of culinary arts in London, he also holds an Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management and an MBA in Tourism and Hospitality Management.
JASMINE Chinese Restaurant
📍New World Hotel Makati, Esperanza Street corner Makati Avenue, Ayala Center, Makati City
⏱️ Operating Hours:
Monday to Friday Lunch – 11:30 a.m. to 3p.m.
Saturday to Sunday Lunch – 11:30 a.m. to 3:30pm
Dinner – 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
📞 +63 2 88116888 ext. 3679
📩 servicecentre.manila@newworldhotels.com
∞ New World Makati Hotel
∞ @newworldmakati
🌏 https://manila.newworldhotels.com/
appetizers
Imperial Peking Duck (Served Two Ways) 5,988 whole
御品北京烤鸭（两吃）
First way: Sliced crispy duck skin, pancake, cucumber, hoisin sauce
首选-片皮鸭，么么饼，酱料
The lauriat opens with Jasmine’s Imperial Peking Duck, carved tableside and served with warm pancakes.
Expertly wrapped with cucumber, leeks, and just enough hoisin to let the duck’s flavor shine. Add hoisin separately.
Crispy bean curd, salt and pepper
Soft tofu balls wrapped in crisp skin, seasoned with salt and pepper, and I like it with a bit of chili garlic.
Addictive crispy wonton skins served as chips while waiting for the meal.
dim sum
Seafood lobster dumpling
Expertly hand-rolled dumplings stuffed with seafood and lobster meat, beautifully shaped like fish – masarap!
Assorted mushroom, truffle dumpling 398
松露杂菌饺
Delicate mushroom dim sum infused with truffle oil, best enjoyed in one bite to savor its earthy umami.
Golden harbor salmon, asparagus dumpling
First time trying a salmon dumpling—premium, topped with roe, and even better with a bit of chili garlic. Yum!
Jasmine oven-baked, curry chicken puff 388
茉莉咖喱鸡酥
The best curry puff I’ve tried—flaky pastry bursting with curry flavor, though a bit heavy.
Yum Cha Lobster Feast
A crowd favorite—half a lobster atop super creamy garlic noodles, included in the unlimited yum cha. Sarap nito!
mains
Honey orange chicken 858 (2-4 persons) 1,688 (6-8 persons)
蜂蜜香橙鸡
A better alternative to sweet and sour pork—crispy chicken glazed with honey and orange for a citrusy twist.
Second way: Minced duck meat, lettuce, hoisin sauce
创新
The duck’s second serving is often overlooked, but I enjoy the minced duck meat flavor paired with rice instead.
Chinese-style, beef tenderloin, onion, Mandarin sauce
1,318 (2-4 persons) 2,578 (6-8 persons)
中式洋葱柑橘汁牛柳
Loved this beef tenderloin with smoky wok hei, coated in a sweet mandarin sauce. I look forward to dishes like this.
Chinese-style scrambled egg, scallop, tomato
2,748 (2-4 persons) 5,378 (6-8 persons)
中式番茄带子炒蛋
A unique take on seafood—scrambled eggs with tomatoes and plenty of scallops. Sarap din, something different.
Fried French beans, minced pork, dried shrimp
708 (2-4 persons) 1,378 (6-8 persons)
肉末虾米炒四季
French beans with minced pork, cooked tableside with dried shrimp for extra flavor. Best enjoyed hot and crunchy.
Pork belly, liver sausage, fried rice, X.O. sauce
838 (2-4 persons) 1,638 (6-8 persons)
五花肉润肠XO酱炒饭
Must-order fried rice with pork belly, umami-rich liver sausage, and a spicy kick from XO. Napadami kain ko dito.
desserts
Chilled milk pudding, salted egg ice cream 358
冰镇牛奶布丁配咸蛋黄冰淇淋
Silky milk pudding with creamy salted egg ice cream—a surprisingly delicious combination! My new favorite!
Steamed, creamy cheese piggy bun (3 pcs per order) 298
芝士奶黄小猪包（每份3个）
Cute piggy buns filled with cheesy goodness—pillowy soft, not too sweet, with a savory finish.
final thoughts
Congratulations to Jasmine and its culinary team for another exciting menu! Our favorites include the handmade salmon, mushroom truffle, and lobster dim sum, plus the Yum Cha Lobster noodles. The beef tenderloin, honey chicken, and liver sausage XO fried rice make a great combination. Of course, Jasmine’s Imperial Peking Duck remains a Manila favorite and a treat for celebrations. For dessert, don’t miss the surprisingly delicious milk pudding with salted egg ice cream and the cheesy piggy buns!
JASMINE Chinese Restaurant
📍New World Hotel Makati, Esperanza Street corner Makati Avenue, Ayala Center, Makati City
⏱️ Operating Hours:
Monday to Friday Lunch – 11:30 a.m. to 3p.m.
Saturday to Sunday Lunch – 11:30 a.m. to 3:30pm
Dinner – 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
📞 +63 2 88116888 ext. 3679
📩 servicecentre.manila@newworldhotels.com
∞ New World Makati Hotel
∞ @newworldmakati
🌏 https://manila.newworldhotels.com/
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Disclosure: This article was written entirely by a human—reflecting my own biases, opinions, and insights—with grammar and clarity checked using AI assistance. Thank you to New World Hotel for inviting us for a media lunch.