Asador dos mestizos
If Bad Bunny did his Super Bowl halftime in Manila, he’d drop his mic at this table.
Still riding the high from Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime spectacle — a full-course feast of Puerto Rican culture, served up with the kind of color and swagger that left fans and MAGAs equally slack-jawed, I found myself, a humble two-step away from any serious food connoisseurship, staring down the calendar.
Less than a week remained before Valentine’s Day, and I was scrambling to lock in a lunch date plan before the universe, in its usual cruel mood, forced me to gamble on a walk-in. Thanks to Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio imprinting his imagery-rich performance in my brain, my appetite suddenly demanded Latin flavors, which guided me to a Spanish hideaway in the south, nestled in the sweet spot between the misty enclave that is Tagaytay and neighboring Silang, Cavite: Asador Dos Mestizos.
THE restaurant’s exterior is understated and rustic, with warm tones and simple details that reflect its Latin roots. It feels welcoming without being ornate, setting the tone for the meal ahead.
PHOTOGRAPHS ALVIN KASIBAN FOR DAILY TRIBUNE
INSIDE, the space is cozy and unfussy, defined by wood accents, soft lighting and traditional Latin touches. The atmosphere is relaxed and intimate, designed to let the food take center stage.
PHOTOGRAPHS ALVIN KASIBAN FOR DAILY TRIBUNE
INSIDE, the space is cozy and unfussy, defined by wood accents, soft lighting and traditional Latin touches. The atmosphere is relaxed and intimate, designed to let the food take center stage.
