Islas Pinas, an indoor "Filipino Food & Heritage Village" now open at the DoubleDragon Plaza, DD Meridian Park

Islas Pinas is located at the Ground Floor of DoubleDragon Plaza, DD Meridian Park, Pasay City.

Last June 8, 2018, the new icon of tourism through Filipino cuisine now opens at DoubleDragon Plaza at DD Meridian Park and that is Islas Pinas. It is an indoor "Filipino Food & Heritage Village", the newest and perfect destination for both local and international guests. It is an absolute project by Asia's Best Female Chef 2016, Ms. Margarita A. Fores whose mission is to bring Filipino cuisine to global prominence. It is a vision coming to life for her, where Filipino food is not just on the sidelines but at the centerstage.

Award-winning Chef, Ms. Margarita A. Fores during the Media launch of Islas Pinas.

Islas Pinas is designed to showcase the abundance and vibrancy of rich Filipino culture. The guests will discover, explore and experience the Philippine's heritage sites like Banaue's Rice Terraces, Vigan's Calle Crisologo, Bohol's Chocolate Hills and among others. Handicafts like bags, Barong Tagalog, Guitars and pasalubongs like Dried Mangoes, Piaya, Keychains and a lot more that is truly Philippine made can be purchase here. They will also witness amazing performances like folk dances and will serenade by the lovely local music. And most importantly, they can taste regional cuisines.

Pasalubong Area

Live performances while guest enjoy eating & shopping at the same time.

It has a seating capacity of over 700 seats in an expansive 2,500 square meter space and fully airconditioned area. Located at DD Meridian Park, Pasay City, close proximity to the airport terminals.

The place has a picturesque interior design that is why every spot are all Instagram worthy. Guest will surely enjoy to strike a pose to the "King of the Road" which is the Sarao Jeepney or even say hello at the window of Nipa Hut (Bahay Kubo). It is truly a Pinoy ambiance.

For the foodies out there, it is the best place to be because it has 7 areas to enjoy. No need to travel the whole island just to taste every region's cuisine. From breakfast, snacks, beverages, appetizers, etc. they have a taste of the best that the Philippines has to offer.

In SINAG, they offers all-day Filipino breakfast favorites like the silog, fried rice and egg plus choice of tapa, longganisa, tocino, etc.


ALAMAT, tells the story of the different regions of the Philippines through its signature dishes.


BILAO, has comfort snacks in a woven winnowing basket like Pancit and Puto.


PANADERYA, offers yummy breads such as pandesal and kalihim.


TUSOK-TUSOK, has street favorites on sticks like barbecue, isaw and kwek-kwek.


PANULAK, ice-cold beverages like gulaman and fruit drinks are here.


PAMPANG, will allow guests to enjoy chosen fresh catch cooked to their preference.


I tried some of these delectable dishes, and I tell you...it is a must visit place in the Metro because you will definetely proud to be a Filipino!