If you’ve been craving Filipino cuisine in Sydney, your wait is finally over. Takam, a popular eatery that previously focused solely on home delivery, has opened a brick-and-mortar store in Darlinghurst serving delicious Filo favourites.
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The news has brought delight to both Filos longing for a taste of home and locals eager to explore the flavours of Filipino food. With dinner options in the works, Takam has an interesting brunch menu that’s rapidly becoming a local must-try.
One of their standout creations is okoy, a crispy and golden-brown fritter made with a savoury mixture of in-season vegetables. This delightful snack, which can be enjoyed as an appetiser or a satisfying meal, is served with a tangy vinegar or a dipping sauce made with their very own spiced vinegar called sinamak.
Takam was born during the pandemic when three talented chefs and long-time friends, Francis Dela Cruz, Aileen Aguirre, and Lesley Roque, decided to launch a delivery business. Their mission was simple: to satisfy people’s cravings, which is exactly what “takam” means in Filipino. Now, they have taken their venture a step further by establishing a physical presence in Darlinghurst.
Takam’s mission extends beyond satisfying cravings. The eatery aims to showcase the unique flavours and cultural influences that make Filipino cuisine stand out on the global culinary scene.
The menu boasts a variety of popular dishes, including Kababayan (Filipino sweet muffin), Ox tongue pares (beef stew) and Kinalas, a bold and savoury beef broth featuring slow-cooked tender beef ribs complemented by a meaty boiled egg and crispy pork crackles. Other delectable offerings include Palabok, Inasal, and Empanada, among others.
Interestingly, Takam shares its welcoming premises with Don’t Doughnuts, owned by the award-winning pastry chef Miko Aspiras. So, if you have a sweet tooth after indulging in Filipino cuisine at Takam, you can satisfy it right there.
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The service at Takam starts at 11:00 a.m. and continues until 3:00 p.m, from Wednesday to Sunday. Visit their Facebook page for more details.
Published 28-June-2023
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