A Diversity of Flavors at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila's Cucina

 There's a whole wide world of diverse flavors 24 floors high up above the Ortigas skyline...

Marco Polo Ortigas Manila's elegant Cucina offers a well curated spread of international cuisine prepared from the finest and freshest ingredients, each one prepared by the skilled and talented culinary team headed by Executive Chef Lluis Cantons Pesarrodona. Read on and take a virtual tour of Cucina's global flavors...

As you enter Cucina, a palette of wood, glass, and earth tone elements combine in a seamless blend, showcasing both traditional and modern, contemporary design in an elegant fusion. The interiors are highlighted by impressive wall art panels designed by young national artist, Jinggoy Buensuceso, for a visually stunning backdrop.

The clean and uncluttered layout at Cucina is easy to navigate, with convenient access to the different open kitchen set-ups providing diners a unique and intimate proximity with the chefs on station. Make a stop at Cucina's Cheese and Cold Cuts Station to start your dining experience...

...before moving to the equally impressive fresh Seafood Station, with a quick stop for some freshly prepared and rolled sushi, maki, and intricate rolls.

At the Seafood Station, indulge in a wide selection of the freshest catch, like Slipper Lobsters prepared any way you want...

...or some plump Elephant Mussels, great when simply sauteed with butter and garlic.

Fresh Oysters on a Half Shell are also displayed, and you can enjoy it fresh with lime and hot sauce for clean, briny flavors, or have it prepared Oyster Rockefeller style baked with cheese and spinach. The friendly staff and chefs on station will gladly prepare your fresh catch just the way you want it.

Local flavors are also included in Cucina's medley of flavors, with a hearty and comforting Nilagang Baka, tender beef with vegetables in a light broth. Then, go and have your fill at the Asian Noodles and Pasta Stations, the Dim Sum Station, and the indulgent Dessert Station. Twenty-Four floors up, the culinary choices are endless.

Cucina's Carving Station is not to be missed. That day, whole Roasted Chicken with potatoes were served, ready for carving...

...along with tender and savory Roast Rump, with buttered roasted vegetables and a variety of sauces. Marco Polo Ortigas Manila's central location in the Ortigas CBD makes it an ideal dining destination for a business lunch, or a leisurely and intimate dinner.

In one of Cucina's many stations, a station chef prepares one of Executive Chef Lluis Cantons Pesarrodona's signature specialties, the classic Paella topped with a variety of fresh seafood. The large paellera gently simmers, releasing a fragrant aroma, and one more inviting dish just too good to pass up.

But there's more. Executive Chef Lluis Cantons Pesarrodona offers a uniquely Catalan feast like no other at Cucina, the La Catalana (for more on Cucina's La Catalana, see my post here).

Cucina is located at the 24th Floor Sky Lobby of the Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, Meralco Avenue and Sapphire Street, Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Metro Manila or call (632) 720-7777 for reservations and inquiries.

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