Dusit, an international hotel brand, has something special in store for its guests in Davao this April. The 13th and 14th of April mark the CHEFS ON TOUR event, co-presented by Torre Lorenzo Development Corporation, where eleven chefs from the country’s best restaurants and companies, including Dusit Davao’s Executive Chef, will be showcasing their culinary expertise.
The event, to be held at the island and city properties, will be bringing in chefs from LTB Philippines Chefs Association. This organization promotes Filipino cuisine and talents worldwide. For this tour, Chef James Antolin (Ikomai, Tochi desserts), Chef Sau Del Rosario (Sawsaw, Café Fleur), Chef Tom Bascon (M Dining), Chef Buddy Trinidad (Park Avenue Desserts), Chef Josh Boutwood (Helm, The Test Kitchen, Savage, Ember), Chef Gilbert Pangilinan (Kai, Cerveseria, The Blue Room, Manila House), Chef Jackie Ang Po (Fleur de Lys), Chef Carlo Miguel (Cloud Eats), Chef Tatung Sathou (Lore, Tatung’s, Azadore), Chef J Brando Santos, and Chef Kenneth Cacho (Unilever Food Solutions Philippines) will be presenting their specialties.
The two-day event will begin with a beachfront sunset cocktail at Dusit Thani Lubi Plantation Resort, followed by an 11-course menu personally prepared by the chefs in a tropical luxe setting, with island entertainment. The second day will feature live stations at the Dusit Thani Grand Ballroom where guests can witness the chefs in their element. Live performances will also be included during dinner, and guests will receive an event passport that includes details and features of the chefs.
The menu will feature delectable dishes such as Patotim Bao, Port Braised US Angus Short Ribs, Birria Taco, A Mi, Oyster Aburi, Ikomai Tuna Taco, Dark Chocolate Fudge Madeleine, and Apple Religieuse.
Lubi’s sunset cocktails are priced at Php 3,800 net per person for event access, and those who wish to stay overnight on the island can avail of rates starting at Php 12,500 net. Event access rates for dusitD2 Davao and Dusit Thani Residence Davao start at Php 8,000 net per person, with overnight stays starting at Php 15,500 net. The event access fee includes eleven courses, two rounds of beverages, and live entertainment.
“We’re very delighted to give Davao something new and unique this summer season. Food is always a good idea, and Dusit bringing not one but eleven of the best chefs and restaurants in the country is probably the best indulgence one can have,” says General Manager Christoph Kuch.
To book a reservation for this exclusive gastronomic experience, please call (082) 272 5000/(082) 322 7000 or email davao@dusit.com.