Legarda House

I was lucky enough to spend some time in Manila with a couple of friends who showed me a wow of a time. Our first night was spent at Legarda House, and hand on heart it was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had....not so much in terms of food, but in atmosphere and specialness, and just wow!

The house was built in 1937 and was one of the first art deco houses in Manila. A Dr and his wife lived there and it is still used by his family today.

When you arrive you are taken out the back for a refreshing drink, and you can relax in the beautiful garden with its glorious trees and pretty lights.

Then the interior - you get a tour of the house and each room still contains the families keepsakes and mementoes. It is so personal, beautiful, interesting and intimate. The food is pretty okay too! Served on family china we ate gazpacho with fresh crab, paella, eggplant salad, slow cooked roast pork and then dessert.

Amazing.