A coffee recipe that was crafted in Italy in 1870 .
A secret coffee concoction that had been handed down from one generation to the next
until finally ensconced in the hands of 6th gen Mr. Enrico Barbera,
More than a century and a half's history and Italian culture in a cup of coffee
More than a century and a half's history and Italian culture in a cup of coffee
Cafe Barbera just opened its doors last June 16 and the coffee connoisseurs in Manila are abuzz with excitement at having this prestigious brand in their midst. Imagine the savings in plane fare!
With its history alone , Cafe Barbera had set the bar high for quality coffee. The best part is the price. It is very affordable. Moccachino for example is P145. Americano is P120. Cold coffee drinks on the other hand are upwards of P175
If you are not a coffee person though do not fret. Cafe Barbera also serves tea . Try theirTomatino (cold ice tea P125) or Macha drinks.
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| Tomatino |
They also serve delicious drinks with chocolate, whip cream or ice cream ie Nutelotto (P195- P215) , Milky Frozen (P185-P205), etc.
Along with the drinks are their authentic Italian Pizza and Pasta. Note that your order will be prepared fresh from the restaurant by Cafe Barbera's in-house chef. The hot dishes are not pre-packed, unlike some other coffee houses. My favorites were the Penne Arrabiata and Fettuccine Funghi,
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| Penne Arrabiata |
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| Cafe Barbera Club |
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| Bolognese |
Sandwiches need a little tweaking though. Perhaps a change in the type of bread used ie baguette or a freshly baked ciabatta?
Ambiance : The restaurant looks high end but cozy. I love that there are a lot of outlets on the floor beside the tables for charging all your gadgets. There is also free wifi.
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| with Zomato Foodies |
Service : Top notch. Barrista Jem obviously knows her stuff having been trained by Cafe Barbera's own barista who they flew in from Italy, per Maricel (owner)
Price : Excellent cofffee drinks both hot and cold, freshly made pasta and pizza, beautiful restaurant to chill in, knowledgeable barristas, in -house chef , etc. Given all of the above , I'd say their price is very reasonable.
Verdict : Definitely combing back with the piggery in tow.
Cafe Barbera
9th and 38th Street
Uptown Parade
BGC Taguig
Opens at 10AM
NOTE : Still in Soft Opening
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