Bakery Felt: Manila's Newest Sweet Escape
Manila's vibrant energy has a new address, and it's bursting with flavor!
Words Maria Sophia Andrea E. Rosello
Photos by Maria Sophia Andrea E. Rosello
July 12, 2024
Bakery Felt is not just a typical bakery but a concept store aimed at making you feel and taste the soul of Filipino cuisine. Enter and get ready to be taken on a tasteful tour through 21st-century Filipino flavors. Bakery Felt showcases a personal passion for local favorites, presenting them as artistic creations made by hand. Each pastry is an emotion wrapped in dough, catering not just to the stomach but also to the heart.
A Symphony of Flavors with a Filipino Heart
The diverse flavors and ingredients highlight the creativity in the bakery’s menu. Need a pick-me-up? Savor the “Caramel Movie Night” bun, featuring caramel, Palawan cashew nut candy, spiced coconut yema jam, and a cashew nut-based butter cookie. Feeling stressed? Try one of the many innovations from Empress Pastries, like “Custard Good News,” a sweet and savory custard with cashew nut cookies.
Bakery Felt meets all your cravings. Missing some flavors from your home country? The “Ube Staycation” combines dayap leche flan and ube cheesecake blended with local keso, offering a luxurious treat.
Health-conscious visitors are welcome too. Their "Planet-Friendly Upgrades" section features ingenious creations like "Hug-in-a-Cup: Bibingka Pudding," a sweet creation that incorporates leftover bread buns and Luzon’s cheese dip fondue, showcasing Bakery Felt’s eco-friendly gesture.
Beyond the Pastries: A Tribute to Filipinos
Though it emphasizes bakery products, Bakery Felt is much more than that. The restaurant's atmosphere reflects the lively, sociable nature of Manila. The staff ensures every visit is as stress-free and pleasant as possible. Whether you want a cup of bubble tea with the “Pastillas Inner Peace” or to hang out with friends over “Munggo Chismis” (a Filipino-style munggo hummus with spicy sampaloc jam), the place has the right lighting and furniture for a cozy experience.
Beyond the sweet delights, the bakery's menu celebrates Filipino culture and the people’s love for food. From juicy Baguio strawberries to creamy laing and local cheeses from various provinces, Bakery Felt showcases the pride of Philippine tastebuds.
A Must-Visit for Every Foodie's Bucket List
Bakery Felt is a place everyone should visit for a well-deserved joyous experience. It’s a space where people sit, talk, and form relationships over freshly baked cakes. Toss out the boring and embark on a sugary escapade at Bakery Felt, Manila’s newest addition where every creation has a story to tell.
