TITO BOY
Neighbourhood .......... St . Vital Address ..... 730 St . Anne ’ s Road Phone ............. 204-414-8486 Entrées ..................... $ 8 - $ 26
Filipino cuisine , has been surging in popularity , capturing taste buds with its vibrant flavours . Renowned for blending influences from Spain , China , and Malaysia , it is dubbed one of the world ’ s great melting-pot cuisines blending sweet , sour , and salty flavours into robust recipes . Curious food lovers are discovering Tito Boy , a 2023 upstart , is delivering a delightful taste of the Philippines that deserves attention .
This hotspot oozes tradition and relies on age-old family recipes to ciao ! reviews
impress . Step inside and patrons are embraced by the captivating ambiance . Bamboo accents , wall art in shades of tropical greens and touches of décor from the homeland ( the bar stools were brought over by the owner herself ) pay homage to the islands . Said proprietor , Jackie , exudes genuine hospitality , welcoming diners as warmly as one hosting company to their home .
Attentiveness continues as staff provide guidance and personalized recommendations . Traditional dishes including adobo ( marinated meat ), kare-kare ( stew ) and pancit are excellent go-to ’ s . Opt for ‘ sweet barbeque ’ pork skewers and enjoy grilled tender bites of pork spiced with piquant gochujang paste presented on a leaf topped wooden board . The delicious morsels blend sweet , sour and spice in tangy bites .
The wildly popular family staple , pancit , nods to Chinese cuisine . Ultrathin rice noodles stir-fried with veggies subtly laced with garlic and soy sauce , make comforting combination for wide ranging tastes . Tito Boy offers vegan and chicken versions .
Pig parts are ingredients of distinction and are incorporated in a variety of dishes . Pork belly , ears , and crispy chicharron add umami-rich depth to soups , stews and stir-fries . Pork belly kare kare hits the mark with sweet and savoury peanut sauce flavouring crisp fried , pieces of juicy meat contrasted with bright string beans , bok choy and eggplant . The aromatic mixture is as visually alluring as it is delicious .
It is a treat from start to the ube infused brownie finish whether one is an adventurous food lover seeking a new cultural experience or a newcomer longing for a taste of home .
Made from scratch daily , easy and delicious
Get a delicious meal ready in minutes with Tuco artisanal fresh house-made pasta . Choose from different shapes , sizes , flavours and textures , and pair your pasta with our house-made sauces .
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