Somethin's Brewin' at Slappy Cakes...

All-Day Breakfast dishes get a modern and inventive spin... 

Slappy Cakes introduces a wide range of inventive dishes to supplement its signature breakfast items, redefining all-day breakfast and taking it to a whole new and flavorful level. And stopping by Slappy Cakes any time of day is the perfect time to sample the new dishes... 

Since it opened back in 2009 in Portland, Slappy Cakes has since become one of the most innovative all-day breakfast restaurants with its unique fun and interactive format. Each table is built-in with griddles where diners can cook their own pancakes, now how cool is that? But it gets better. Slappy Cakes recently introduced its new menu... 

...created by one of the metro's innovative chefs, Him Uy de Baron. I've always been impressed with Chef Him Uy de Baron's culinary style, from his radical and breakthrough dining concepts like Nomama and various consultant work like FamilyMart's Fresh n' Lite. His blend of delicate notes and the subtle infusion of distinct Asian flavors make his dishes truly stand out, all the reasons you need to check out Slappy Cakes' new menu. "For Slappy Cakes' new menu, I kept the heritage of the brand intact and at the same time, considered food that Pinoys constantly crave for," says Chef Him describing his approach in developing the new menu for Slappy Cakes.  

Start with the light and refreshing Smoked Salmon and Avocado Toast (P 290), with crusty sourdough toast topped with creamy egg salad, avocado, tomatoes and premium salmon with a side of fresh greens. The blend of rich flavors, from the egg salad, the avocado, and the salmon, weave in with distinct notes in a seamless balance, punctuated by the tart tomatoes. The crusty crunch of the sourdough toast provides contrasting textures, and the side of fresh greens drizzled in a light yet sharp vinaigrette complete the dish. Just perfect. 

Then, Chef Him Uy de Baron served Slappy Cakes' refreshing duo of salads, starting with the Chopped Salad with Raspberry Balsamic (P 300), a mesclun of fresh lettuce and arugula topped with cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, sweet mangoes, candied walnuts, crisp chicken strips, and white cheese drizzled with raspberry balsamic dressing...

...and the Caesar Salad with Ginger Aioli (P 380), with fresh and crisp lettuce topped with bacon, shrimp, croutons, Parmesan and soft-boiled egg draped in rich and creamy ginger aioli. Chef Him Uy de Baron's rich and flavorful ginger aioli adds his signature Asian spin for a refreshing salad dish, capped by the soft-boiled egg for smooth and creamy notes. Both salad dishes play with contrasting textures and rich flavors, making each dish a light and satisfying start before the mains at Slappy Cakes. 

Slappy Cakes' breakfast theme is reinforced with Chef Him Uy de Baron's homestyle Sausage Breakfast Skillet (P 300), a hearty and comforting breakfast dish with homemade sausage, eggs and toast topped with Parmesan laid on rich Pomodoro sauce. Breakfast served on a skillet is always a good idea, and having homemade sausages and eggs makes it even better. The addition of a flavorful Pomodoro adds a rustic charm to the dish, with bold notes complementing the homemade sausages and perfectly tempered by a pair of sunny side-ups for another satisfying dish. The cherry tomatoes add their distinct tartness to the dish, and the crisp toast is perfect for scooping up the sauce and the eggs. Pair this with Slappy Cakes' signature coffee and you've got a dish to help you start your day right anytime of day.  

Nothing like a comforting pasta dish, and Chef Him Uy de Baron's Carbonara Roll-Up (P 400), another unique dish with lasagna rolled up and draped with creamy carbonara sauce stuffed with cheese, tomatoes, and bacon topped with egg, should satisfy any serious pasta craving. The rolled-up lasagna gives the dish a firm structure, maintaining its form all the way to the last bite. The creamy cheese and bacon pair well with the soft and chewy lasagna, and the egg adds the finishing touch. 

Slappy Cakes' signature D-I-Y Skillets are perfect for heftier appetites, and you can choose from Roasted Beef Belly, Chicken Steak, Wagyu Burger and Eggs, and Pork Belly prepared in your choice of sauce including Mushroom Gravy, Salisbury Sauce, Garlic Adobo Sauce, or Hickory Sauce; along with your choice of sides like Steamed Rice/Garlic Rice, Mashed Potatoes, and Slappy Potatoes. I go for the D-I-Y Skillet with Roasted Beef Belly (P 450) cooked in Garlic Adobo Sauce with Garlic Rice, served with a side of sauteed green and red bell peppers. The beef belly is fork-tender, almost melting in your mouth with every bite, pairing well with the garlic adobo sauce and garlic rice. Comforting Filipino flavors with that signature Slappy Cakes touch.

Or you can go for the D-I-Y Skillet with Roasted Beef Belly and Mashed Potatoes (P 450) as another option. Whatever you choose, Slappy Cakes' D-I-Y Skillets are guaranteed to satisfy any serious appetite. 

For dessert, Chef Him Uy de Baron collaborates with Chef Miko Aspiras (more on Chef Miko Aspiras on my previous posts on his inventive Craft Cookie Milkshake and his Craft Cookies) with The Grasshopper Pie (P 280), a rich chocolate tart with chocolate ganache and white chocolate drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with chocolate chip mint ice cream. The sharpness of the chocolate chip mint ice cream cuts through the deep, rounded and robust flavors of the chocolate and sweet caramel sauce, preparing your palate for yet another bite. And another. 

Or go for the indulgent Caramel Lava Cake (P 270), with candied walnuts, apple compote, caramel sauce and chocolate ice cream to cap your feast at Slappy Cakes on a high note. The new dishes by Chef Him Uy de Baron, and desserts by Chef Miko Aspiras, are a welcome addition to Slappy Cakes' expanding menu, offering more options to help you start your day right. Whether you make your own pancakes right on the table-top griddle or try the new menu, Slappy Cakes just makes your day right with their casual and relaxed vibe and service any time of day. Breakfast all day, and anytime...at Slappy Cakes.

Slappy Cakes is located at the Lower Ground Floor, SM Aura Premier, C5 Road corner 26th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City or call 955-2205 for inquiries and more information.

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