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Aya by Hapag Manila

<p>Restaurant collabs are among the best examples of cross cultural exchange. The delicious back-and-forth of ingredients, techniques and flavors. The resonance of rediscovering a familiar dish presented in a delightful new way. The sheer, utter fun of an entirely new dining experience.</p><p> For these all these reasons and more, we are thrilled to look forward to the first collab of the year: <strong>Bar Magda x Ayà</strong>, a two-night collaboration dinner that teams Auckland’s much-acclaimed <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bar_magda/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bar Magda</a> with the popular lounge concept<a href="https://www.instagram.com/aya.manila/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Ayà by Hapag Manila</a> on January 9 and 10 only. </p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:466px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1736168027689Snapinsta.app_472362421_17919219711014492_7343706210044992013_n_1080.jpg" style="width:900px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Bar Magda x Ayà</span></span></span></div><p>Bar Magda is helmed by Davao-born Filipino chef <strong>Carlo Buenaventura</strong>, known for serving dishes deeply rooted in his Mindanao heritage, while “also reflecting the two countries he calls home.” The dinner will spotlight Chef Carlo’s signature creations paired with Bar Magda-exclusive beverages.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:466px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1736168097291Thumbnail.jpg" style="width:900px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Signature dishes and drinks </span></span></span></div><p>Guests will experience how “the bold flavors of Mindanao find new expression in dishes that marry Filipino culinary techniques with New Zealand’s seasonal ingredients. Awarded the prestigious <a href="https://www.cuisine.co.nz/cgfg2023-bar-magda/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">One Hat in 2023 and 2024</a>, Bar Magda is celebrated for its fresh, “new wave” take on Filipino cuisine, offering heartfelt dishes that balance nostalgia and inventive creativity.”</p><p>Catch Chef Carlo in his Manila debut at AYÀ on the evenings of January 9 and 10, and choose from a la carte or set menus. Seats are up for grabs at<a href="http://hapagmnl.com/reserve" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> hapagmnl.com/reserve</a> or call +63 917 878 5757. </p><div><em>Ayà is located at the 7th Floor, The Balmori Suites, Hildalgo Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati, Philippines. Instagram: </em><a href="https://www.instagram.com/aya.manila/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>@aya.manila</em></a><em>.</em></div>

<p>We are thrilled to look forward to the first collab of the year: <b>Bar Magda x Ayà</b>, a two-night collaboration dinner that teams Auckland’s much-acclaimed Bar Magda with popular lounge concept Ayà by Hapag Manila for two nights only.. </p>

We are thrilled to look forward to the first collab of the year: Bar Magda x Ayà , a two-night collaboration dinner that teams Auckland’s much-acclaimed Bar Magda with popular lounge concept Ayà by Hapag Manila for two nights only..

Ayà x Bar Magda's Collab Brings Filipino and Māori Flavors to Life

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Ayà x Bar Magda's Collab Brings Filipino and Māori Flavors to Life

Troy Barrios

Published January 06, 2025 09:00 PM PHT

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Updated January 06, 2025 09:12 PM PHT

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