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Open Kitchen, a foodie event thatshowcases “the best kept recipes of the stars”, is the brainchild of DeoEndrinal, owner of the organic comfort food restaurant The Clean Plate and headof ABS-CBN’s Dreamscape. Last June 2015, Open Kitchen had its pilot run at theamphitheater of UP Town Center, and the result was quite overwhelming. RowenaTomeldan, VP and head of operations and support services of Ayala Malls, tooknote of the successful turnout of the event. “It raises the bar for us,” shesays. “As we continue to come up with concepts and events that truly surpriseand delight our customers.”

Last September 26-27, OpenKitchen held its second run at the TriNoma Activity Center. The event wassponsored by Project101 Enterprises Inc., Ayala Malls, TriNoma, andPush.com.ph. Doors opened as early as 10am and lasted all the way to 10pm,giving weekend shoppers a lot of time to test the featured fares and come backfor their top picks. Eric John Salut of Dreamscape gave a running commentary ofthe various dishes available on its opening day, while Voltaire and Sabrinaserenaded the crowd with acoustic covers the entire weekend.

The vibe was that of a picnic ofsorts: parents and kids settling down to eat by the amphitheater steps,celebrity sellers peddling their wares, sumptuous scents filling the air and temptingthe senses. It was refreshing to witness the celebrities share their passionwith the crowd, personally preparing food orders and patiently explaining theirculinary choices.

Fifth Solomon flipped Japanesepancakes in his booth, Popoh, right at the entrance.

JC De Vera took his place at thegrill as well, preparing artisan burgers at The Burgery.

Mel Martinez, an originalparticipant of the event, served Filipino food “with a twist” at Cucina ni Bunso.

Beside him was Kusina niRochelle, with Rochelle Barrameda selling her specialty: ginataang kuhol nahubad.

Jobelle Salvador was a mainstayat her booth, Yakitori Express, which sold chicken yakitori and chickenfingers.

Jean Garcia was present on bothdays, accommodating the crowd gathered at Jean’s Manila. Her pork binagoonganand adobo were full of flavor, with surprisingly thin fat: perfect for theoldies!

Sherilyn Reyes also welcomed hercustomers with a smile at Café Lima, her restaurant that features some of herfamily’s heirloom recipes.

Angeline Quinto proudly showedoff her mom’s barbeque recipe at AQ’s BarBQ, while Kean Cipriano shared Conch’sSisig to everyone who dropped by his booth.

Priscilla Mereilles of theBrazilian Bakery shared authentic Brazilian pastries that reminded her of home.

HazelBerry by Ara, which sold redvelvet cupcakes and cookies baked personally by Ara Mina, was a crowd-pleaseras well.

Anthony Taberna of Ka Tunying’sbest-selling bread dropped by too, as did Richard Yap of Luna J Filipino Gastropub.

Some booths focused on aparticular item. Adobo in a Jar by Aiza Seguerra and wife, Chef LizaDino-Seguerra, sold just that: Liza’s specialty adobo.

Niño Muhlach came by with hisson, Alonzo, to ask people to buy from his booth – not that Muhlach Ensaymada,a pillar in the ensaymada industry for over two decades now, still needed theextra push.

Maricar Reyes’ Choco-Liquor Cakeswere sold out early on both days, drawing a crowd not just because of herwelcoming vibe, but because of the sheer decadence of her fare.

Some celebrities missed out onthe festivities, but their food booths kept the crowd filled nonetheless.

Cherry Pie Picache’s Alab by ChefTatung was present in the first Open Kitchen, and was not about to miss out onthis one.

Paul Jake Castillo’s Yobub Lechonde Cebu provided the traditional staple of a Filipino fiesta.

Chef Jackie Ang Po of CaramilkCreamery and Jojo Saguin of Luto ni Lena also had their wares in place.

Even Bimby Yap participated withhis Nacho Bimby snack booth!

Open Kitchen gives a venue toshowcase yummy food not just by celebrities, but by other home-based kitchensand start-ups as well. A neighborhood gathering of sorts, it allows for genuineconnections in a truly Pinoy way: through food and conversation. Without adoubt, Open Kitchen is an event to look forward to again and again.

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