Nine people are competing in TV5’s newest reality show called “Karinderya Wars,” where they all have to be the last one cooking after a series of cooking/business challenges. The show, after all, isn’t just about whipping up a good meal, but also about making sure one’s karinderya business is successful.
Meet the hopefuls and catch the show on TV5 premiering this April 8, 11:15 a.m., weekdays!
VIVIAN PINLAC
“Gabriela ng Kusina”
48 years old
Cavite
Years working overseas taught Vivian more about life. Her run in with the foreign government made her wiser. She’s now a stay-in cook for a small eatery and wishes to put up her own business someday.
ROSE ESTANOL
“Kusinerang Katipunera”
43 years old
Katipunan, QC
A small cook with a big heart, Rose serves “Mga Iskolar ng Bayan” every day. She’s proud to contribute to their dreams by offering affordable, nutritious meals.
CESAR ENRIQUEZ
“Singing Cook”
23 years old
Valenzuela
At a young age, Cesar learned about responsibilities the hard way. He knew that he should strive hard being the eldest child. A frustrated singer and a passionate cook, he makes the kitchen his stage and every dish a performance.
MARY JANE AHUNCIACION
“Kikay Kusinera”
29 years old
Pampanga
“Heart attack” best describes Mary Jane’s plan of action, as she specializes in Pinoy favorites sisig and kare-kare. She almost had her own heart attack after facing stumbling blocks in her marriage. Now, she strives hard to have enough money in order to get her children back.
RONA DELA ROSA
“Hottie Kusinera”
29 years old
Antipolo City
A girl who practically grew up in the kitchen, Rona looks up to her mother who’s a great cook. She started by selling snack items and her business grew in no time. With her degree in HRM, she’s ready to conquer the food industry.
AASISH MIRPURI
“Kusinerong may Anghang”
41 years old
Salcedo Village, Makati
Born in India and raised in Iloilo, Aasish thinks he has his spices down pat. A reluctant cook, he gained newfound respect for culinary arts when his business partner moved back to India, leaving him in Manila to rediscover his Northern Indian roots.
SHARLITO “SHA-SHA” RESIMOLO
“Mutya ng Kusina”
34 years old
Mindanao
Hailing from Mindanao, Sha-sha is prepared for every challenge life has to offer. Due to his hard work and natural talent in the kitchen, different establishments constantly pirated him. He started with a monthly income of PhP1500 and now earns as much as PhP9000.
AIMAN PEREA
“El Gwapito Kusinero”
31 years old
Novaliches
With his charming looks and sculpted physique, people might think that Aiman had it easy. But this young father has had his own share of hardships. He hopes to provide a brighter future for his kids by opening a small diner.
AGOT EVANGELISTA
“Gentle Giant”
41 years old
Mandaluyong
A former student of UP Conservatory of Music and DJ in Cebu, Agot aims for a smoother melody in life. Things were going well for his small business, until a popular fastfood chain opened on his turf. His short- lived success in his venture pushed him to dream bigger.
