All-American: The American Food Festival and Burger Bar at Holiday Inn & Suites Makati's Flavors Cafe

Celebrate a flavorful fourth of July weekend for the whole month with classic all-American flavors, and create your very own customized burger...

Holiday Inn & Suites Makati presents an all-American feast at Flavors Cafe every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for the whole month of July along with their international buffet offerings. Fourth of July is given a new and flavorful spin at Holiday Inn & Suites, with a celebration of American favorites reinterpreted and executed at Flavors Cafe. This weekend, go all-out with all-American classics at Flavors Cafe...

The spacious yet intimate interiors of Flavors Cafe is the perfect setting for an all-American feast. The convenient layout of the different stations is simple, uncomplicated and easy to navigate, with everything just a few steps away. Kick-off your culinary journey of classic all-American favorites at the Burger Bar...

Single, double or triple patty? At Flavors Cafe's Burger Bar, diners can choose from a variety of fresh-baked buns, toppings, sides, and condiments to create a customized burger, freshly prepared ala minute by the station chefs so you get it hot off the grill. Creating your very own burger is part of the fun at the Burger Bar.

There are countless theories on the origins of the iconic hamburger, but no one can deny the fact that the hamburger has endured the test of time, and to this day, continues to define and represent one facet of American culture embraced by the rest of the world. At Flavors Cafe, one can experience the celebratory vibe of the fourth of July and the richness of America's culinary heritage with a perfectly grilled all-beef patty in a bun. The beef patties at the Burger Bar are thick and juicy, grilled to your preferred doneness. Start with the basic all-beef patty topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and cheese on a soft brioche bun...

...or get creative with your very own bespoke burger topped with bacon and egg on a tasty rye bun. At the Burger Bar, the infinite combinations include options for all-beef and chicken patties, different types of buns freshly baked in-house and fresh sides, toppings and condiments. And you can come back for seconds and thirds...

The Burger Bar also offers a variety of hot dogs prepared just the way you like it to complete the all-American vibe at Flavors Cafe. Simply choose your hot dog, the bun, the toppings, and condiments and in just a few minutes, your customized hot dog is served by the station chef.

For me, it's a Chicago-style dog with the fresh flavors of pickles, white onions, smoky peppers, and lettuce on a soft roll draped with mustard. Pure Americana on a plate. Just perfect.

At Flavors Cafe, you can enjoy freshly baked bread made on-premise to pair with your meal.In fact, everything at Flavors Cafe is made from scratch so you get real, fresh and honest flavors.

And it just doesn't get any fresher than this. Start your feast at Flavors Cafe with a selection of fresh salads, including a variety of seafood salads and regional variations with Midwestern and Southwestern-inspired salads, or why not make your own Caesar's Salad?

After some salad, you're just about ready for the savory mains. At the Carving Station of Flavors Cafe, you can have your fill of premium beef, delicately carved by the skilled station chef. Perfectly roasted with a juicy pink center, it just can't get better than that. And you can even come back for more...

...and why not. The Herb-Crusted US Ribeye is more than enough reason to visit Flavors Cafe...

No American feast is complete without the mandatory barbecue. Flavors Cafe's BBQ Smoked Pork Baby Back Ribs with BBQ Sauce (R) should satisfy any serious cravings for pork love, with hefty slabs of fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs coated in a sweet, smoky and tangy glaze at the Carving Station. 

Other all-American savory mains at Flavors Cafe's American Food Festival served that day included the Marinated Pork Chop with Caramelized Onions and Apple Sauce, juicy pork with a crisp breading slathered in apple sauce for textural and balanced flavor contrasts...

...and the equally rich and sumptuous Braised Beef with Lemon Juice and Vegetables (L), hearty mains for an all-American feast. Lighter options include the Steamed Snapper Fillet with Tangy Peanut Sauce (R) with its fresh and clean flavors. With so many options, simply pick up a plate and go with the flow...

The rustic flavors of the deep south are recreated with Flavors Cafe's homey and comforting Southern Style Deep-Fried Chicken with Light Gravy Sauce with that winning combination of juicy and crunchy textures in one bite...

...perfectly paired with familiar soul food sides like the Spicy Sweet Potato with Beans and Onions. Then, there's the rest of Flavors Cafe's extensive buffet offerings...

You'll find a wide array of international dishes at Flavors Cafe, including this Asian-inspired Fish in Black Bean Sauce topped with fresh vegetables...

...the tasty Chicken Tikka Masala with its rich blend of spices...

...and the popular Stir-Fried Beef with Vegetables. The impressive variety of dishes provide even more tasty options, with the best of the world all in one place.

And bring the kids. Flavors Cafe also offers a special menu for kids at the Kids Station, including the savory and crisp Meat ExtraVaganza Pizza (R), a thin crust pizza topped with loads of meat even adults can't resist. The fourth of July celebration isn't complete without family at Flavors Cafe, with something for everyone at the buffet...

...like the crunchy Chicken Fingers with Thousand Island Dip from the Kids Station.

Looking for tasty bites fresh off the grill? Flavors Cafe's got that covered too with their pork, chicken, and seafood selection at the Grill Station.

After some burgers and hotdogs, time to switch gears and pick up the pace with the rest of Flavors Cafe's buffet offerings with a medley of fresh salads...

...followed with a plate loaded with a slab of Smoked Pork Baby Back Ribs with coleslaw and onion rings and a hefty slice of Herb-Crusted US Ribeye with sides of roasted potatoes and mustard.

Enjoy your feast with Flavors Cafe's wide selection of beverages, including ice-cold bottles of premium beer or their soothing mocktails (L). But save room for dessert. Flavors Cafe's Dessert Station also features freshly made Waffles served with a variety of indulgent toppings...

...along with other decadent treats to cap your all-American weekend feast on a high note. From delicate bite-sized sweets to ornate and tempting creations, you'll find it all here at Flavors Cafe's Dessert Station. Just give in and go for the rustic Apple Crumble (R)...

...and the moist and decadent Chocolate Mousse. And don't pass up on the fudgy Brownies (R) too. Cakes and pastries in different shapes, flavors, and colors add to a memorable dining experience at Flavors Cafe. But don't rush, just take your time end enjoy the buffet at your own pace.

And it just doesn't get more all-American at Flavors Cafe with a hefty slice of traditional Apple Pie...

At the end of a sumptuous feast at Flavors Cafe, have a freshly brewed cup of coffee or better yet, why not go for relaxing tipple with round or two of their signature Mojito? It is, after all, a weekend. Burgers, hot dogs, baby back ribs, premium ribeye and apple pie, classic all-American flavors. Enjoy an All-American weekend feast at Flavors Cafe with the American Food Festival and Burger Bar for only P 1,605 net for Lunch and P 1,818 net for Dinner. Ready to go all-American and more? See you at Flavors Cafe...

Flavors Restaurant is located at the Lobby Level of Holiday Inn & Suites Makati, Palm Drive,  Ayala Center, Makati City or call 632-909-0888 for inquiries and reservations.

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