Cucina at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila has been known to innovate every couple of months with fresh ideas in their food line-up. Although typically known for its excellent buffet selections, the all-day dining restaurant recently released a set of signature fruit-based set menus that take pride in the country’s natural bounties. A collaboration between the different Marco Polo Hotels in the Philippines, these new set menus are based on famous fruits located in the three main island groups in the country. For Luzon, Marco Polo Ortigas Manila contributes the Piňa Mania, a pineapple centric menu. For Visayas, Marco Polo Plaza Cebu debuts the signature Mango Bango. Lastly, Marco Polo Davao brings in Oh! Pomelo which is inspired by the citrus fruit.
During a recent media invite, I was fortunate enough to try the Piňa Mania and the Mango Bango set menus. From the plating alone, there is a distinct difference between the two selections. Piňa Mania uses leaves for its plating, catering to a more traditional style but with a twist. Mango Bango on the other hand looks more western in presentation.
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