Gallery by Chele

Gallery by Chele, Filipino tasting cuisine in Taguig

Gallery by Chele is a modern restaurant located in Bonifacio Global City, in Taguig (Metro Manila, Philippines). Its concept revolves around a single format: the tasting menu, conceived as a journey through dishes made with local ingredients from the Philippines and Southeast Asia.

The project was born from the meeting of European chef Chele Gonzalez and Filipino chef Carlos Villaflor, who work alongside the rest of the restaurant's team. The cuisine starts from a Spanish and European culinary background that intersects with Filipino heritage and with the cultures and cuisines that both chefs have shared throughout their careers.

Exploration of ingredients and techniques

The restaurant presents itself as a space for exploration: its team travels around the Philippines and neighboring countries to study the differences and similarities between local ingredients, and also to learn about culinary techniques, design and technology from other cuisines. In addition to this fieldwork, they study ancient practices, tried-and-tested cooking methods and traditions of farmers, fisherfolk and home cooks, some of which are at risk of disappearing.

The result is dishes rooted in Filipino heritage but not limited by it, combining complementary and contradictory components and applying local and foreign techniques. The cuisine relies on endemic ingredients and authentic cooking and fermentation methods.

Beverages and cocktails

The beverage offering includes a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options that can be enjoyed on their own or as part of a pairing menu. According to the restaurant's description, this list was created by Filipino mixologists and combines reinterpreted classic cocktails with local ingredients and flavors, along with house-made ferments and natural beverages made using artisanal methods.

Team and space

The team is described as a creative and dynamic group in which veteran and young professionals coexist, united by an interest in good food, service and local ingredients. The front-of-house and kitchen experience is presented as a whole coordinated by personalities from diverse backgrounds.

The interior of the venue was conceptualized by architect Carlo Calma, partner-owner, and features warm wood textures and furniture designed by Kenneth Cobonpue, with the aim of creating an organic and cozy atmosphere.

Projects and initiatives

In addition to the restaurant's activity, Gallery by Chele develops its own projects. These include the Heirloom Rice Project, The Tree of Life | Coconut Cacao Project and the Stvdio Lab space.

Stvdio Lab is defined as a test kitchen and venue for educational collaborations with universities and institutions dedicated to the study of agriculture, local ingredients, culinary methods, food and technology. It serves as a meeting point between research and cuisine, and is presented as an extension of Gallery by Chele.

Reservations and location

The restaurant takes reservations from Tuesday to Sunday. It is located on the fifth floor of the Clipp Center, at the corner of 11th Ave and 39th St, in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila.

Location and contact

5F Clipp Center 11th Ave corner 39th St Bonifacio Global City Taguig, Metro Manila · Phone: +63 917 546 1673 · Email: reservations@gallerybychele.com · Hours: Reservations from Tuesday to Sunday