It all started with a small panaderya (bakery) in Nueva Ecija called Tunying’s Bread. The name of the bakery is a tribute to Antonio Taberna Sr., the father of the owner; the well known- hard-hitting Filipino broadcast journalist and radio commentator- Antonio Taberna Jr. also known as Tunying. Tunying and wife Rossel Velasco- Taberna share their love for pastries rooted in their dream to build their own bakeshop. Raised in culture- cultivated families, Tunying and his wife thought of giving a Pinoy touch to every pastry they produce.
As Tunying’s Bread gained popularity and became in demand – from a small shop in Nueva Ecija to being partners with Puregold supermarkets – the couple decided to put the business on a higher notch. That brings us to the birth of the two-story Ka Tunying’s Cafe (KTC), on Aug. 21 at 88 Visayas Avenue in Quezon City.
In honor of the Tunying’s Bread’s success, the couple continuously serves their signature pastries such as Tunying’s Crinkles and Spanish bread at the KTC. As their market grows they also broadened the list of pastry options – still with Filipino touch. Some of the additional pastries include Kalabasa Ensaymada, Kamote Cheese Roll and Carrot Muffin. (Prices range from P30.00 – P35.00).
KTC’s menu offers a wide array of Filipino food and not just a list of pastries/confectioneries, but also the very Pinoy kanin (rice) meals. KTC offers an All Day Breakfast menu that will surely make you say, Umagahang Kay Ganda! and will surely make you miss your hometown and luto ni nanay.
One of KTC’s signature breakfasts is Batotay Longsilog- this is a classic Longganisa-Sinangag-ltlog recipe, using Cabanatuan’s signature Batotay. And who wouldn’t miss nanay’s miryenda espesyal- champorado? KTC’s Champorado Supreme is a classic, they use Taal Tsokolate and Tablea and of course it is served with its best mate- Tuyo (dried fish). Also you can taste Pinoy fiesta food with the meaty Relyenong Bangus. These are just some of the mouth- watering All Day Breakfast dishes at KTC. (Prices range from P150.00 – P225.00) Oops… you might be thirsty; don’t worry, KTC also has the perfect drinks for you.
From the hot to cold beverages; from the strong aroma of barako coffee to the sweet tasting pastillas smoothies; from luscious chocolate to detoxifying greens- KTC has it all for you. Their drinks also have the Pinoy touch. One of the signature drinks is Mochabayan Frappe – it is a Barako espresso with Taal tsokolate and dark chocolate ice cream. Chocolate lovers will be addicted to
Tsokolate Ala Eh – it is KTC’s version of Hot Choco with Batangas tablea and milk. Who wouldn’t miss their childhood with Tsoknat Frappe -with Peanut butter, roasted nuts, Ginger syrup, with Vanilla ice cream and milk. And to those on a diet, try Agimat- it’s the perfect blend of Calamansi, Cucumber, and Ginger syrup. (Prices range from P95.00 – P145.00)
Looking for a perfect spot to have a break from the fast- paced- busy city life? Nothing beats a Pinoy Taste! Satisfy your pinoy cravings and enjoy the pinoy ambiance at Ka Tunying’s Cafe at 88 Visayas Avenue, Quezon City for reservations please call (02) 366-1342.
