Hapag's New Western Mindanao Menu

Hapag just introduced its new tasting menu—cuisine inspired by Western Mindanao.

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It is a bold exploration of Southern Philippine cuisine; a culinary dive into the richly layered food cultures of Zamboanga, Basilan, and Tawi-Tawi.

The Hapag team discovered not only Tausug, Yakan, and Chavacano, with chef and partner of Hapag Kevin "Nav" Navoa saying, "Mindanao has always felt distant, even to us. But once we were there, the food, the people, and the stories opened up a part of the Philippines we hadn't seen. This menu is our way of saying: there's more to Filipino food than what we think we know."

The team also experienced Ramadan in Tawi-Tawi, including a visit to Akantai, a local coffeehouse where pastries are shared and paid for on an honesty system. Chef and partner of Hapag Thirdy Dolatre says, "This isn't just about showcasing dishes. It's about recognizing how much of the Philippines we've yet to explore and giving that food the care and respect it deserves."