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Thanks to the Aguirre siblings, chef Ricardo and older sister Emme, our food has become even more accessible across the shores. They opened House of Inasal in New York City last year, serving straightforward Filipino favorites like La Paz batchoy, a myriad of silogs, arroz caldo and even the street side snack kwek-kwek, which comes with wooden sticks for customers to spear them with.
Located at Woodside, Queens, the restaurant has been satisfying people with unadulterated Filipino cuisine. Among them is New York Times online columnist Ligaya Mishan, who seemed to be happy with what the House offers, including the unlimited rice.
Entry to the casual food joint
Chef Ricardo Aguirre at work
The chef’s take on Tres Leches cake, which is tinted green because of pandan paste, has made quite an impression on the writer that she wishes that the particular dessert be unlimited too.
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Check out the full review here: Straight from Filipino Streets
(photos: nytimes.com)
