THE (PRIVATE) TABLE IS SET

As experiences become the new currency in hospitality, restaurants are evolving to cater to discerning diners — those who prefer curated menus and quiet elegance over the buzz of crowded dining halls.

- ooh la lai LAI S. REYES

Burrata salad with grape jam and cherry tomatoes

Flame, the signature restaurant of Discovery Primea, recently unveiled “Private Dining,” its modern interpretation of the traditional private dining room. These bespoke spaces combine intimacy with sophistication, making them ideal for everything from milestone family celebrations to high-powered business dinners. The mission? To offer guests something exceptional.

BRINGING THE INDULGENCE OF BRUNCH INTO PRIVATE DINING

Under the leadership of general manager David Pardo Ayala, the launch event showcased what makes private dining at Flame a cut above the rest: executive chef Luis Chikiamco’s expertly curated menus, which embody Flame’s culinary identity — global flavors, premium ingredients, and thoughtful presentation.

We begin with a burrata salad where every forkful feels like spring. The contrast of textures — the soft, decadent interior of the cheese and crisp greens, a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic glaze — makes the salad a sophisticated and satisfying dish.