I had the privilege of attending The Canadian Roast and Toast Dinner hosted by The Embassy of Canada last December 4, 2020. It was attended by selected restaurateurs and top foodies at Ikomai in Salcedo Village, Makati City. Also in attendance were Honorable Ambassador Peter MacArthur, the Canadian Ambassador to the Philippines along with First Secretary and Senior Trade Commissioner, Lulu LeBlanc.
The Canadian Roast and Toast Dinner features Canadian beef, Canadian ciders, wine and seafood prepared by Chef James Antolin and Chef Carlo Miguel. The dinner is composed of six course menu which started off with Hokkigai (Clams) Carpaccio. It was really fresh and stimulated my appetite. The second course features Seared Scallop – Sweet Shrimp – Clams on Tonkotsu Broth, Topped with Furikake and Fried Shallots. It was then followed by Spot Shrimp Sushi as our appetizer.
For the fourth course, we had Canadian Scallop – Green Pea Risotto – Pancetta Crisp. It was one of my favorite dishes for the night.
For the main, I had 3 Kind Mustard Crusted Canadian AAA Ribeye Peppercorn Sauce – Seasonal Vegetables. I always have my steak as medium rare. It really brings out the flavors of the meat.
For the dessert (my favorite part of every meal), I had Glaze Ice Wine Blueberry Frangipane Tart – Lemon Curd Gelato. I paired it with my new favorite Summer Peach Growers Cider. It was very refreshing and it balances the sweetness and tanginess of the dessert. I actually had three bottles of this!
Canadian beef is produced and delivered with pride and tradition. It is shaped by the land and enjoyed at family tables globally. It follows world-class standards and regulations to ensure quality.
Here are some other snaps from the event:
It was a fun experience dining with different food enthusiasts and getting insights about Canadian beef. It will surely be by top choice in beef. The selected seven branches of The Marketplace (McKinley Hill, Katipunan, Burgos Circle Taguig, San Antonio Plaza Forbes Park, Rockwell, Glorietta and Shangri-La Plaza Mall) will hold 10% off on all Canadian beef cuts. The Canadian beef retail promotion booths will be present in each branches on December 12-15, 18-24, 2020 and January 8-10, 16-17, 2021.
From beginning to end, that’s a meal to be reckoned with. Everything looks delicious to me (even the seasonal veggies!)!
Yum! This looks like such an epic feast!
Looks to be a great spread. Although I don’t eat beef, but it does seem sumptuous one. I do love cider.
Looks like a good time was had by all. I thought there was going to be a roast — where everyone talks about the special guest — when I first read the title LOL
That dessert looks amazing! So does the shrimp appetizer!
Wow, the desert seems to be so yummy and delicious, the recipe also so simple. I will try this for my family this weekend.
I really liked the review. The shrimp looks so delicious. The environment too looks cozy.
All of that food looks so good! Every course is a masterpiece. I’m sure it tastes as wonderful as it looks!
Looks like an interesting, glamorous restaurant. The foods looks reayy delicious! Thanks for sharing your experience!
What a fun idea! That food looks delicious and I love the presentation.
I love supporting local Canadian farmers! I try my best to buy all of my produce locally, for my meals. It’s really important for our economy and for small business owners.
Meeting people from different walks of life can be quite an insightful and fun experience but to be honest I am usually just there for the food. Haha, it was nice reading your post. The food looks delish!
The food looked so good and I would love to participate in this one day.
This looks like a great event hosted by The Embassy of Canada. I loved all the pictures of the event you shared along with the sumptuous meal.
Man, all this dishes made me hungry! No one can reject a good meat cut! Wish I was there in time before the discount closes, but for sure I´ll go try if I happen to be on the area!
Whoa, Dessert so yummy. I would love to visit this restaurant and try their menu.
I have to say that Canadien beef is a delicacy. I live in Canada and I always loved that kind of meal you did enjoy.
Wow, that place is so beautiful and the food that their serving looks really delicious.
I love the idea. I think the food looks fabulous.
Sounds like a fun time was had by many. The cider sounds refreshing.
I shouldn’t have opened your post in the middle of the night. Now I am hungry! All the food looks amazing and seems like a fun event to be a part of.
It looks like there are a lot of sublime dishes to choose from. A please most anyone would be pleased to eat there.
This place looks like a great place to enjoy Canadian food. I really liked the presentation of the food.
These look like pretty good selections! What a nice dinner party and set up.
These all look amazing. I’m starving just reading through this.