In Tagaytay’s ever‑evolving dining scene, the new Textures by Tamayo’s stands out the moment you step foot into the property. A warm “Welcome home” greets you like family — a fitting echo of the restaurant’s past life as the Tamayos’ refuge and guest house during the pandemic.
1 Christoper Tamayo (center) with (from left) sister Dorothy, wife Zarina, mom Mila and dad Steve PHOTO BY RAOUL CHEE KEE
4 Truffle Havarti chicken is a new spin on Chicken Cordon Blue. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
2 Cabbage with cognac glaze topped with pecorino cheese and chop. PHOTO BY RAOUL CHEE KEE
3 Christopher Tamayo’s version of tacos is made with cuapao or mantou and filled with pork belly or chicken. PHOTO BY RAOUL CHEE KEE
5 Arugula Watermelon salad is sweet and peppery. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO