Paul Christian Ocampo

Abi Marquez on Gordon Ramsay's dare to make Lumpia with Beef Wellington: 'Challenge accepted'

Article (news)

E. Kristhoff Cagape

<p>&quot;Challenge accepted.&quot;</p><p>These were the words of Filipino content creator Abi Marquez aka &quot;Lumpia Queen&quot; after she was dared by multi-Michelin-starred chef Gordon Ramsay to create lumpia with Beef Wellington.</p><p>On her TikTok page on Monday, January 20, Abi shared a clip of her making the lumpia with Beef Wellington. After cooking, the Filipino content creator brought it to Gordon, who was visiting his restaurant in Manila, for the British chef to try.  </p><p>&quot;I am here with the proof,&quot; Abi told Gordon as she presented the lumpia.</p><p>Gordon complimented the lumpia&#x27;s presentation saying: &quot;Visually, wow that looks good.&quot;</p><p>He then tasted it. For his reaction, he commented: &quot;I&#x27;m really sorry. I don&#x27;t like it. I f***ing love it!</p><p>He went on: &quot;That is a very, very posh spring roll. Delicious. May I have some more please?&quot;</p><blockquote cite="https://www.tiktok.com/@abigailfmarquez/video/7461907175527550226" class="tiktok-embed" data-video-id="7461907175527550226" style="max-width:605px;min-width:325px"><section><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@abigailfmarquez?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="@abigailfmarquez">@abigailfmarquez</a> Replying to @gordonramsayofficial WILL CHEF APPROVE? 🥩 🇵🇭 BEEF WELLINGTON LUMPIA, coming right up! <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/beefwellington?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="beefwellington">#BeefWellington</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/lumpia?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="lumpia">#Lumpia</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/lumpiaqueen?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="lumpiaqueen">#LumpiaQueen</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/gordonramsay?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="gordonramsay">#GordonRamsay</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/abixgordon?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="abixgordon">#AbixGordon</a> @Newport World Resorts @Gordon Ramsay Bar &amp; Grill PH <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/original-sound-Abi-Marquez-7461907217193683728?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="♬ original sound  - Abi Marquez">♬ original sound - Abi Marquez</a></section></blockquote><script async="" src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed.js"></script><p>It can be recalled that Gordon recently dropped a comment in one of Abi&#x27;s TikTok videos, challenging her if she can make a lumpia with Beef Wellington.</p><p>Gordon is currently in Manila where the Philippine branch of Gordon Ramsay Bar &amp; Grill is located.</p><p>The British chef was spotted meeting diners in the restaurant located at the Newport World Resorts in Pasay on Sunday, January 9.</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.facebook.com%2Fabigailfmarquez%2Fposts%2F604012889022480&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" width="500" height="250" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>As per the Newport World Resorts, Gordon Ramsay Bar &amp; Grill &quot;serves a curated menu which includes the signature Beef Wellington, an eclectic wine list, and house-crafted cocktails.&quot;</p><p>Back in May 2024, Abi bagged the 2024 People’s Voice Award for Food and Drink in Social at The Webby Awards held in New York City.</p><p>&quot;WE DID IT FAM 🙌🏆 First Filipino from the Philippines to win the The Webby Award, because of you!&quot; she wrote on her Facebook page back in May of last year.</p><p>She further remarked: &quot;This is a celebration of Filipino food, talent, and the hard work of so many people. Grateful beyond words for the chance to fly to New York, represent our country, and cherish this moment as a core memory. THIS IS OUR WIN 💗.&quot;</p>

<p>On her TikTok page on Monday, January 20, Abi Marquez shared a clip of her making lumpia with Beef Wellington and presenting it to Gordon Ramsay. </p>

On her TikTok page on Monday, January 20, Abi Marquez shared a clip of her making lumpia with Beef Wellington and presenting it to Gordon Ramsay.

Abi Marquez on Gordon Ramsay's dare to make Lumpia with Beef Wellington: 'Challenge accepted'

News

Entertainment

Lifestyle

Sports

Metro.Style

More

Sudoku

Word of the Day

Lotto

Horoscope

Celebrities

Abi Marquez on Gordon Ramsay's dare to make Lumpia with Beef Wellington: 'Challenge accepted'

Toff C.

Published January 20, 2025 06:00 PM PHT

|

Updated January 20, 2025 06:19 PM PHT

Read More:

Abi Marquez

Gordon Ramsay

chef

food

celebrity

entertainment

lifestyle

showbiz

ABS-CBN is the leading media and entertainment company in the Philippines, offering quality content across TV, radio, digital, and film. Committed to public service and promoting Filipino values, ABS-CBN continues to inspire and connect audiences worldwide.

Corporate

Investors

Governance

International Distribution

Corporate

Governance

Investors

International Distribution

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

AI Policy

Terms of Service

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.