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9 Delicious Ube Desserts in Metro Manila That You Should Try
Which one’s the best? U-be the judge!
By: Patricia Marie Prado | March 01, 2018
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Even before the Pantone Color Institute announced PANTONE 18-3838 or Ultra Violet as the color of the year, we Filipinos have already been familiar with this polarizing color as it reminds us of a local favorite: ube. Ube or purple yam has long been part of our dining table, from the sweet ube halaya (purple yam jam) to the sticky ube kalamay (purple yam rice cake). And of course, no halo halo (shaved ice dessert with mixed fruits and milk) will be complete without ube in it.
Aside from these common desserts, many restaurants have also elevated ube to new heights; thus giving us something to look forward to every time we eat out. If you’re curious to taste and see ube’s new forms, read on!
1. Cheesy Ube by Eggettes & Co.
Branches:
Greenbelt 1, Legazpi Street, Makati
SM Light Mall, Madison, Mandaluyong
Venice Grand Canal Mall, The Venice Luxury Residences, Venezia Drive, Taguig
Eggettes serves a Hong Kong and Filipino favorite in one cup.
Image: @eichellery
A fan of Hong Kong’s egg waffles? You can go to Eggettes & Co. if you’re craving for the famous street food. Their Cheesy Ube Eggette Sundae is a perfect mix of Filipino and Hong Kong favorites. It consists of an egg waffle that is crisp to the bite but still chewy inside, topped with a huge dollop of ube ice cream and sprinkled with cereals and a double serving of cheese for added crunch and flavor.
If one scoop (PhP130) of the ube ice cream is not enough, you can have two scoops (PhP175) perfect for sharing.
2. Ube Yam Pastel By Empingao
Address: San Lucas corner P. Burgos Street, Poblacion, Makati City
The simple ube is given a crunchy and sweet twist at Empingao.
Image: Jules Cabigon
Empingao means “awesome” in Spanish, and if you’re itching to try some Latin American cuisine, this restaurant serves classics like Cubano (Cuban sandwich) and churrasco (grilled meat). To cleanse your palate after trying these savory dishes, the restaurant also has its own unique ube dessert to offer: Ube Yam Pastel (PhP260).
A pastel is similar to our empanada (stuffed pastry), but the former has a thinner and crunchier puff pastry. Empingao’s version is stuffed with purple yam and topped with a generous serving of whipped cream and dulce de leche (caramel) on the side.
3. Ube Bomboloni by Little Flour Café
Address: G/F World Plaza Building, 4th Avenue corner 31st Street, Bonifacio Global City
Little Flour’s donut holds an ultra violet surprise inside.
Image: @sherylrb
Little Flour Café is the little sister of well-known restaurant Wildflour Café + Bakery. This not-so-little sibling of Wildflour focuses on brunch items on the menu to cater to BGC employees who want a quick but sumptuous meal.
One of the unique things about Little Flour Café that you won’t find at its elder sister’s menu is the Ube Bomboloni (PhP110), a deep-fried, sugar-sprinkled donut filled with a delectable ube cream.
4. Ube Milkshake by Sear Steak Scullery
Address: 2F, 238 Banawe Street, Manresa, Quezon City
Sear’s over-the-top and picture-worthy ube milkshake
Image: Jayvee Mendiola
One look at `Sear Steak Scullery and you’ll immediately think that this restaurant is made for the manliest of men. The cowboy-inspired steakhouse serves a wide range of steaks, from USDA certified meats to the famous HIDA wagyu steak sourced directly from Japan.
But it’s a different story with their selection of milkshakes; even the manliest of men will soften up when served Sear’s cute drinks. One of the must-tries is the Ube Milkshake (PhP220), which is served in a candy-covered glass topped with whipped cream and an assortment of sweets.
5. Ube Mille Crepe by Craft Coffee Revolution
Address: 8 Missouri St. North East Greenhills, San Juan
Ube can be turned to a crepe too, according to Craft Coffee Revolution.
Image: Craft Coffee Revolution Facebook Page
Craft Coffee Revolution joins the growing list of coffee shops in the country that follow the third wave of coffee movement; they specialize in great coffee quality, trade directly with farmers, and pay special attention to the processes of making a cup of joe.
Aside from their artisanal coffee, Craft Coffee’s dessert selection is also not to be missed. Ube-lovers might want to try Ube Mille Crepe, which gives a new twist to our favorite purple yam. Don’t forget to take a photo before taking a bite—this purple-colored crepe is very Instagram worthy!
6. Baguio Ube and Coconut Stracciatella by Freezer Burn
Address: G/F, B3, Bonifacio High Street, 9th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Freezer Burn gives customers a new ube and cheese combo.
Image: Freezer Burn PH Facebook Page
Freezer Burn gained popularity through their innovative desserts and weird food pairings. As their name suggests, they love to combine freezing cold desserts with a burning (or warm) food partner.
One of their weird-but-good desserts is the Baguio Ube and Coconut Stracciatella (PhP295). The ice cream is made using the famous Good Shepherd Ube Jam from Baguio and is paired with hot cheese muffins. It is generously topped with grated cheese and a huge fluff of purple cotton candy on the side.
7. Ube Pancakes by Chelsea Kitchen
Branches:
G/F, Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, EDSA Corner Julia Vargas Avenue, Mandaluyong City
Ground Floor, Eastwood Mall, E. Rodriguez Avenue, Brgy. Bagumbayan, Quezon City
Chelsea Kitchen turned ube into a breakfast favorite.
Image: Chelsea Kitchen Facebook Page
If you’re a frequenter of SM Mega Fashion Hall, there’s a big chance you’ve already seen Chelsea Kitchen and its huge signage at the mall’s ground floor. Don’t be intimidated by its open-air concept; the restaurant serves comfort food, including familiar Filipino dishes.
Chelsea Kitchen’s take on the favorite purple yam comes in the form of pancakes (PhP250). Their version elevates your usual breakfast treat as it is topped with strips of macapuno (coconut sport), creamy ube ganache, whipped cream, tapioca pearls and toasted coconut shreds.
8. Ube Churros by Tittos Latin Bbq & Brew
Address: 16 East Capitol Drive, Brgy. Kapitolyo, Pasig
Ube is transformed into churros at this restaurant.
Image: Tittos Latin BBQ and Brew Facebook Page
Tittos Latin BBQ and Brew offers the Latin American experience along the streets of Kapitolyo. Walk inside their humble restaurant and you’ll be in awe of the striking wall art that will transport you to the lively Mexico!
But despite the heavy Latin American influence into their dishes, their Tittos Ube Churros (PhP215) will give you a touch of something familiar. Decorated with white chocolate frosting, this crunchy ube churros dessert comes drizzled with caramel and chocolate.
9. Gooey Ube by Scout’s Honor
Address: Hole in the Wall, 4th level Century City Mall, Kalayaan Avenue, Makati
Scout’s Honor gives one of their cookies a Filipino twist.
Image: Scout’s Honor Facebook Page
Scout’s Honor is the creation of Tasteless Group, the company that is also behind Freezer Burn. That’s why it’s no surprise that just like Freezer Burn, Scout’s Honor’s products and flavors are also quirky and unconventional. Inspired by the cookies sold by Girl Scouts in the US, Scout’s Honor creates artisanal cookies made fresh every day and with unusual flavors and combinations to keep things interesting.
Despite being heavily inspired by American tastes, their Gooey Ube (PhP95 each) gives their cookie a fun Filipino twist. The cookies are made with an ube base and are topped with candied mango strips and marshmallow for a unique sweetness.
Make sure to visit Yoorekka to learn and find out more about the best ube desserts in Metro Manila.
Although we stay loyal and true to the classic ube halaya and ube kalamay, a fun twist to our favorite ube can also be a good change! Let us know in the comment section which of these striking ube desserts you will try first.
About Patricia Marie Prado
Patricia came from the field of business and accounting but is now pursuing her dreams of being a writer. She is a self-confessed introvert and is passionate about reading, travelling, writing, movies, coffee and God. When she's not writing, she loves discovering new coffee shops/cafe and doing TV-series marathons.
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