Dining in the Next Normal: Paint It Black with Aida's Black Kutsinta

 Paint it black. And add a dab of Yema Spread along with a sprinkle of crunchy budbod...

Black is definitely back with Aida's Black Kutsinta with its cool spin on traditional Filipino kakanin. When it comes to the best local kutsinta in the metro, it's as clear as black and white. And black beats orange anytime...

Since 2018, Aida's has been serving its specialty Black Kutsinta with sweet Yema Spread and crunchy budbod and Maja Blanca to loyal customers, increasing in popularity even during the prolonged quarantine. It's a sign I guess that most customers want something comfortingly familiar particularly in these trying times. And Aida's does something really special with their classic kakanin, giving it a refreshed contemporary twist paired with their indulgent Yema Spread. It's a complete package, along with their crunchy budbod or toasted coconut for a totally new flavor experience.

In these uncertain times, nothing soothes both the palate and spirit with a nostalgic favorite like kutsinta. The delicately steamed rice cake delicacy found all over the country is one of the most enduring and iconic snack staples, and Aida's levels it up with their own inventive take. We've seen the rise of innovative food offerings along with a surge in online transactions, food deliveries as well as home-based food businesses during the quarantine. And it's inspiring seeing small and medium scale food businesses like Aida's Black Kutsinta bounce back even stronger in a crisis that put everything on hold. Aida's acknowledges this with a heartfelt message of thanks on each order.

But what Aida's does to its made-to-order kutsinta is pure magic from the silky smooth and soft texture of the rice cakes to the subtle sweetness with each bite, all draped in that classy and sexy color of black. Your favorite kutsinta is transformed by Aida's not just with its cool color but the whole experience of enjoying the traditional kakanin.

Each bilao of Black Kutsinta (P 350 for 100 pcs of bite-sized kutsinta) comes with a small plastic container of their famous Yema Spread and a sachet of crunchy budbod to complete your Black Kutsinta experience. But here's an insider tip. Add a jar of their dulce de leche Yema Spread (P 90 for a 120 mL jar) to your order and you'll be glad you did. It's great with warm pan de sal and a freshly brewed cup of coffee to sweeten the start of your day. And order extra budbod (P 15) too.

Once your bilao of Aida's Black Kutsinta is delivered, you'll be immediately impressed with the intricately arranged rice cakes. It's this attention to detail that adds yet another layer to your black kutsinta experience by Aida's.

Each rice cake is soft and springy to the touch, and very sticky. You can imagine how tedious the process is at Aida's Black Kutsinta when they prepare your bilao for delivery arranging each kutsinta in perfect symmetry. My own attempt at arranging these sticky rice cakes needs a little more work, but the real joy begins when you prepare a serving with the sweet Yema Spread and budbod...

Lay on a whole lot of love to Aida's Black Kutsinta with a generous dab of their specialty Yema Spread and a sprinkle of their budbod for that finishing touch...

...and take a bite. The soft, chewy rice cake just melts in your mouth delivering deep and rich notes followed by a burst of sweetness from the Yema Spread and the crunch of the budbod with its nutty notes for contrasting flavors and textures. This is kutsinta the way you remember it, yet it's also way different and so much better than you imagined. It's kutsinta made even more special by the sweet touches of Aida's. And they do it well.  

You can go overboard with the sweet Yema Spread, and why not. Enjoying something to the fullest without holding back is something we all need in these difficult times with the lingering threat of the pandemic. But it's the perfect time to savor some of life's simple pleasures to put everything in its proper perspective. That moment of clarity is better served with another serving of Aida's Black Kutsinta...

We've seen some interesting trends during the quarantine, yet Aida's Black Kutsinta has been serving its own brand of unique indulgence since 2018 going far beyond being just a mere food fad. The viral pandemic has affected scores of industries and the global economy, and the food service sector is hurting. But if there's one thing that can be learned from all this is the fact that we will endure. And it's important that we continue to support small and medium scale businesses who are the real drivers of the economy specially in these times.

There's a whole lot going on when when you take a bite of Aida's Black Kutsinta but one thing is certain, you'll go for a second bite.

And another. Before you know it, it's time to order another bilao from Aida's Black Kutsinta. And ordering is easy, fast and convenient with just a few taps on your phone...

You can have your own bilao of Aida's Black Kutsinta delivered to your doorstep in just a few clicks on Facebook and Instagram via PM or DM. The convenience of food deliveries continues to be a lifeline for many homes during the quarantine, and we'll be using a lot more of this service as more new cases of infections are reported each day. With access to so many tasty options without even leaving your home, place Aida's Back Kutsinta high on your list. Many say technology and social media has leveled the playing field. Aida's is playing the game right, bringing the traditional rice cake to the 21st century. 

As we transition to the new normal, it's the perfect time to explore and discover some delectable finds in the community conveniently delivered to your doorstep. Now's the time to change your usual kutsinta habit and paint it black. And a dab of sweet Yema Spread and crunchy budbod. With Aida's Black Kutsinta...

For more on Aida's Black Kutsinta, visit their Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/aidasblackkutsinta/ and follow their IG Feed at @aidasblackkutsinta.

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