Chele González has left an indelible mark in the Philippines’ food and beverage landscape. With Juan Carlo Calma and Carlos Villaflor by his side, the talented chef has grown Gallery by Chele into a true gastronomic institution—one that celebrates local Philippine produce through subtle flavours, masterfully executed through refined culinary skills. From groundbreaking collaborations with international culinary heavyweights from Peru to Singapore, and local titans too, keep reading to learn more about Chele González’s philosophy and storied journey.

More from this week’s lineup:

• Delicious savoury fillings wrapped in crisp, flakey pastry—find out where to order empanadas and meat pies in Metro Manila
• Bombvinos launches their very own natural wine, Bb Sunshine
• What constitutes Filipino fine dining? Jaclyn Clemente Koppe takes a holistic standpoint
• Now open in BGC: Uma Nota, a Brazilian-Japanese concept from Hong Kong

Cheers,
Lauren Golangco
Tatler Dining Officer, Tatler Philippines

To lessons learned, friendships forged, and significant strides made in the name of great food.

• Izakaya Geronimo is now open for lunch, Tuesdays to Sundays from 11:30am to 2:30pm with a whole new menu
• Good Morning Wines teams up with Thank You Seafood to present an inspired set for two featuring Takeda Winery’s Sans Soufre Rosé, available on the 14th of March
• Gallery by Chele has officially launched its new tasting menu, celebrating the many facets of cacao