For many people, coffee is a necessary part of daily life: a brew to get their engine running in the morning, or a quick pick me up in the middle of the day – no wonder it’s one of the world’s most popular drinks. But there’s more to coffee than just the cuppa, and in celebration of Philippine Coffee Month this October, Holiday Inn & Suites Makati sets out to explore the many ways the much-loved brew can be enjoyed.
In cooperation with the Philippine Coffee Board and the International Women’s Coffee Alliance, Holiday Inn & Suites Makati launches Philippine Coffee Month as it unveils a selection of coffee-infused dishes at Flavors Restaurant, specialty coffee concoctions at Citron Cafe, as well as coffee cocktails at Oz Bar. Taking pride in locally-produced coffee, the hotel uses premium Arabica from Sultan Kudarat, a full-bodied, high grown dark roast coffee with a balanced acidity and a fuller body.
“Our guests enjoy the coffee we serve in the hotel and we are proud to say that it is 100% Philippine grown. We have always served locally-sourced coffee and will continue to do so as we do believe in the local industry and we want to do our part in the sustainability of local farmer efforts,” states Holiday Inn & Suites Makati Hotel Manager Andy Belmonte.
Flavors restaurant, which prides itself in having one of the best buffet selections in Makati City, with a curated selection of Filipino, South East Asian, and Western dishes, introduces coffee-infused dishes to the menu and will add coffee grounds to existing dishes to create a whole new flavor.
Coffee rubs on steak and chicken roasts will be used to create a deeper flavor for the roast. Try a coffee vinaigrette in Grilled Chicken Salad or in the Chili and Coffee Mango Zesty Quinoa Salad. Our famous dessert spread will feature a Mocha Velvet Cake and a Cappuccino Truffle Brulee Cake among the delightful sweets Holiday Inn & Suites Makati is known for.
Citron Cafe adds some zest to your basic brew with a selection of iced coffees: the sweet and minty Mojito Coffee, muddled mint with espresso and syrup, topped with whole milk; the Hanoi-inspired Coconut Coffee, rich coffee with condensed milk and coconut cream; and Lemon Coffee, which is brightened with a refreshing and summery citrusy flavor.
Finally, unwind at Holiday Inn & Suites’ Oz Bar with a selection of fun coffee cocktails: Affogato, a single shot of espresso shaken with vodka, kahlua, and crème de cacao and poured over with a single scoop of vanilla ice cream; Bailey’s Affogato, a step up from the regular affogato with a shot of Bailey’s; Barako millionaire, a shot of espresso blended with Bacardi, Fundador and condensed milk; and chocolate martini, a shot of espresso shaken with vodka, kahlua, chocolate syrup, and ice.
Holiday Inn & Suites Makati is located in the heart of Ayala Center, adjacent to Glorietta, with 348 well-appointed rooms and suites that offer comfort and relaxation to business travelers and families alike. In 2016, it was awarded 5 stars by the Department of Tourism based on its exceptional facilities and amenities.
Holiday Inn & Suites Makati is located at Palm Drive, Ayala Center, Makati City. For more information, please call 909-0888 or visit makati.holidayinn.com.
