Lido Cocina Tsina: A must-visit dining institution in Manila
January 25, 2013 | 4:18pm
MANILA, Philippines - Filipinos have long considered Chinese food as their own. They consider some dishes as their comfort food; others as part of their celebrations. Who hasn't had congee while recuperating from an illness at one point in his or her life or served pansit during a birthday or fiesta?
The long list of Chinese restaurants in the country is testament to its love of Chinese cuisine. In whatever city you are in the Philippines, you are sure to find a dining establishment that serves Chinese dishes, even ones that have given their own twists to old favorites.
Chinese cuisine is not just about good food, however. For the Chinese, food also stands for harmony and relationships. They believe that it is about bringing people together.
This is what Mr. Lido had in mind when he first opened Panciteria Lido in Manila in 1936. This dining institution's first home was located at the bustling street of T. Alonzo, where it became a must-visit for those who craved its Pugon-Roasted Asado.
Barbecued Asado is a staple dish in Chinese restaurants. It is only in Panciteria Lido and through Lido Cocina Tsina's nine restaurants in Metro Manila, though, that you can find the Pugon-Roasted Asado. This dish makes use of a 76-year-old recipe and involves meticulous preparation.
Apart from this traditional favorite, Lido Cocina Tsina patrons also go back for its Drunken Lechon Macau. The restaurant's version is different from those offered in other Chinese dining establishments as it cures the meat for 60 hours in aged flower wine. You can immediately tell its unique taste.
Another dish that Lido Cocina Tsina guests love is the 16-piece Shantung Pork, thinly sliced pork chop seasoned with 16 types of secret spices that give it its distinct taste of Shantung cuisine.
Frequent customers also rave about its Camaron Rebusado, Szechuan Shrimps and Hong Ma with Chinese buns.
An interesting fact: Lido Cocina Tsina does not use MSG (Mono Sodium Glutamate) in its dishes.
So when vacationing or on a business trip to Manila, make sure to stop by Lido Cocina Tsina branches. Its branches are located at Ortigas Ext., Cainta; The Capital Tower, E. Rodriguez QC; BF Homes, Paranaque; South Park High, Las Pinas; Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong City; Visayas Avenue; Marvin Plaza Bldg., Pasong Tamo, Makati; UN Avenue corner Jorge Bocobo, Manila and Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City.
For franchise inquiries, please contact (02) 964 -5589; (02) 431-4144 or email franchise@panciterialido.com.
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