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AZELA: Filipino comfort food, but make it Antonio’s-level good with Negrense bias 🔥

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Azela by Balay Dako is becoming one of our favorite Filipino restaurants, especially for its Negrense-biased flavors and the signature warmth of the Antonio’s group. They have finally opened their first SM branch, and this is one of the restaurants we will brave the traffic and the crazy crowd for in SM North Edsa. The … Continue reading AZELA: Filipino comfort food, but make it Antonio’s-level good with Negrense bias 🔥

AZELA by Balay Dako: First Impressions

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Philippines

Azela is the Manila offshoot of Balay Dako, thoughtfully named in honor of the family’s grandmother—a heartfelt tribute to heritage Negrense cuisine, exceptional ingredients, and the warm, soulful service Filipinos are known for. Now helmed by Basti Escalante, son of Tony Boy, this next-generation venture aspires to bring the signature hospitality and culinary excellence of … Continue reading AZELA by Balay Dako: First Impressions