Eat till it hurts
A LOVE LANGUAGE
An intimate test kitchen supper club where I teach myself new tricks, explore new recipes, and invite my closest pals to be my harshest critics.
The kitchen has been my safe haven since I was a child. I never went to culinary school and probably never will, so this project is my way sharpening my cooking chops.
The format is the way I like to eat.
In the Philippines, where I grew up, every gathering is a feast. Food sits at the centre of the table while everyone indulges, sharing the latest chismis (gossip) in town. It’s not a good party if you leave without your tummy hurting, often with leftovers packed up to take home.
This supper club embraces that spirit.
Each supper club is built around mini feasts, not structured tasting courses, with dishes served communally and meant to be shared.
The experience
Thoughtful and intentional, but never stuffy. This is not a tasting menu or a pretend restaurant. It’s a generous table designed for indulgence.
Since this is a test kitchen, some meals will be incredible while others might just be okay. That’s part of the experience. We’ll discover them together.
The menu format
Each supper club is built around a theme. The full menu remains a surprise until guests sit down at the table.
There is no set number of dishes.
There will be no substitutions or modifications. Only allergies will be accommodated.
How it works
This is a private, invite-only dinner hosted at our home. Each supper club has eight guest seats plus the hosts.
$40 per seat | BYOB
Upcoming dates are listed below. Join the mail list to receive invitations to future dinners.
Upcoming dates
SEPTEMBER 26
A love letter to the Philippines
Filipino food is usually laid-back. What happens when I apply techniques from other cuisines to bring my favourite dishes to life.
OCTOBER 1
Plat du jour
Filipino food isn’t always known for refinement. What happens when I apply techniques from other cuisines to bring Filipino classics to life?
Most of the influencers I follow are twice my age, and that’s not an accident.
I believe the original influencers were our ancestors: the nonas, nanas, lolas, and grandmas who cooked by feel, memory, and instinct.
When I do make tweaks, they’re subtle and intentional. A little more acid. A seasonal ingredient. A small twist that reflects my current palate.
The goal is respect, not reinvention.
Eat till it hurts is guided by a deep respect for tradition. My cooking is always rooted in traditional techniques. I don’t believe every dish needs to be modernized. Sometimes the original version is already perfect.
Day ThreeLook Forward & Wrap Up
We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.