Have Your Cake and More at Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe

Sweet and savory, all in one place...

Located along Tomas Morato, Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe is the spot to satisfy any sweet craving, including what's said to be the "moistest" chocolate cake this side of the metro. But there's more to Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe than just cakes...

With spacious interiors including a second floor (L), it's a cool place for a snack or a meal. Executive Pastry Chef & President Eliaquim "Jack" Labang (R), whose nickname is the inspiration behind the name of the bakeshop, proudly presents his indulgent cakes alongside Executive Culinary Chef Ruben "Jhollow" Ignacio and his savory dishes. 

In addition to its extensive selection of cakes and pastries, Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe also offers hearty all-day breakfast, pasta, sandwiches, hefty burgers, savory mains and premium coffee, all in one place, as well as orders for all-occasion concept cakes, party reservations and catering within Metro Manila. And it all began with a simple love for cakes that led to its first ever serving of Quim's Cake's signature Chocolate Cake back in 2010 at their first branch. The inspiring story then brings us to their latest and bigger location along Tomas Morato, having evolved into a full service bakeshop and cafe. As you go through the menu, start with some of the refreshing House Blends (P 70) of Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe, like the Green Tea Lemon (L) and Raspberry Tea (R).

A must-try at Quim's Cake Bakeshop and Cafe is their signature Sashimi Mango Sinigang (P 220), with fresh salmon sashimi cooked in a steaming hot mango puree broth. It's sinigang with a playfully inventive twist, yet retaining the comforting and vibrant flavors of the classic dish.

The deconstructed format of the dish adds to the overall experience, as you pour the steaming hot broth on the salmon sashimi and vegetables and in minutes, the colors transform as the flavors are absorbed by the fresh ingredients. The use of green mango as the souring agent adds its own unique flavors setting it apart from the traditional sinigang.  

And it works. Perfectly. Each sip releases a burst of rich notes followed by the creamy freshness of the salmon, as the mild sweetness of the crisp vegetables complete the dish. Who would've thought you can find exciting savory dishes like this in a bake shop? At Quim's Cakes, you can expect a lot more flavorful surprises...

...like the Pigtasilog (P 179), one of the many breakfast all-day dishes you can find at Quim's Cake. Executive Culinary Chef Jhollow Ignacio draws inspiration from his roots in Pangasinan, adapting the local Pigar-Pigar delicacy of tender sauteed beef marinated in a rich blend of local spices and seasonings. The chunks of beef are tender and juicy, pairing well with the garlic fried rice and sunny side-up. Other breakfast all-day options include Tocifilog (breaded tocino fingers), Longkesilog (longganisa kebabs), Bangsalpilog (bangus belly salpicao), and a variety of pancakes. 

A duo of tasty pasta dishes were also served, like the Japanese-inspired Hondashi Pasta (P 180), with hondashi, bonito flakes, shrimps, and cream sauce...

...and the wittingly named Heartbreaker Pasta (P 180), with firm and chewy noodles draped in rich crab fat sauce, both offering unique flavors. If you want it hot, Quim's Cake also offers the Spicy Binagoongan Pasta with pork tenders. Both dishes showcase Quim's Cake's creative approach to dishes, spinning its own unique touch to traditional dishes.

But there's more. The Roasted Pork Belly in Choco-Bagoong Sauce (P 259) combines crispy pork belly slow-roasted to perfection on a rich chocolate and bagoong sauce for a truly unique and flavorful combo. The complex tapestry of distinct flavors weave in a seamless blend, with salty and nutty, savory and mildly sweet notes, all perfectly balanced. The chocolate adds its own nutty layer of flavor to the dish, tempering the sharp notes of the bagoong to complement the delicate flavor of the crisp pork belly.

Elegantly plated, this one's a must-try at Quim's Cake, offering a whole new flavor experience. It's yet another dish that highlights Quim's Cake's inventive culinary style, each one perfectly executed.  

You can have the usual burger, or go for something different. Quim's Cake adds its own spin to burgers with their Pulled Pork BBQ Burger (P 230), with tender and juicy pork strips covered in a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce...

...and the Red Hot Dory Burger (P 250), with a hot and spicy dory wrapped in bacon on a bright red bun. Served with fries, it's a meal in itself.

Cap your feast with some of the signature creations of Quim's Cake, like the Crunchy Carrot Cake...

...or the Chocolate Moist Cake, the cake that built Quim's Cake, to complete your dining experience. Savory meals and indulgent cakes, affordable prices, and friendly service with a casual and cozy neighborhood vibe, you can definitely have your cake, and more, at Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe. And if you're wondering about that FB post that created quite a buzz early last year, Quim's Cake keeps their promise to give away slices of cake samples worth P 5M for the victory of Mayor Duterte in the recently concluded national elections. The free cakes shall be given in phases (every 1st and 15th day of the month) starting July 1 for the first pre-registered lucky individuals. For more details, visit their FB Page at Quim's Cake Bakeshop and Cafe and follow the simple registration instructions.

So go have your cake, and more...at Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe...

Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe is located at #38 Tomas Morato Avenue, Quezon City or call 413-4018 and 416-4802 for inquiries. For ore information about their products, services, and baking supplies, follow and like their FB Page at Quim's Cake Bakeshop & Cafe

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