The Cook (BGC, Festival Mall)​​​​​​​

Fusion concepts are still going strong in Manila's food scene, and maybe this time foreign entrepreneurs are leading the way. When I saw "The Cook by Hongleepark," it's hard not to get intrigued because it's so out there. They have fused Korean cuisine with Italian and pulled out all the stops to get noticed. From their giant electronic signs to their fake food displays, they give every reason to stop and look.

As advertised, the food looks great on my camera and in person. The food, like any other fusion concept, is perhaps more subjective. Don't get me wrong, I love both cuisines, but combining the two may be as tricky as I expect. The good thing, though, is that some combinations are more aesthetic than actual taste, so the food is not only almost familiar but interesting, to say the least. Food titles/names are generic, so I'll be more specific when I can with my captions. Enjoy!

The format/servings are interesting; all the dishes by category are priced the same and serve 2-3 persons.