After a hiatus from the spotlight, basketball star Kobe Paras is making a surprising comeback—not on the court, but in the kitchen. The young athlete recently appeared as a special guest on The Bounty Plate, an online cooking show hosted by his father, PBA legend Benjie Paras.
In this heartwarming episode, Kobe traded his basketball jersey for an apron, preparing his favorite childhood dish, Chicken Salpicao, with a creative twist. Using premium ingredients like Bounty Fresh Premium Chicken, known for being raised with No Antibiotics Ever, and Bounty Fresh Specialty Free-Range Eggs, enriched with six times more Vitamin A, Kobe brought a fresh, healthy spin to the classic recipe.
As they cooked, the Paras duo shared stories about food, family, and Kobe’s basketball journey. Kobe reflected on his experiences playing in the USA and Japan, where he developed a passion for cooking. Living far from home, he turned to the kitchen not just as a necessity but as a way to connect to his roots. Cooking eventually became a part of his routine, even for his teammates.
“This dish brings back so many memories of my childhood in Quezon City,” Kobe shared, while Benjie looked on proudly, adding his own anecdotes from family life and basketball.
The episode beautifully captures the Paras family bond, blending their shared love for sports, food, and storytelling. It also highlights Kobe’s growth, showing how he’s found new ways to channel his creativity and discipline beyond the court.
Don’t miss this special episode of The Bounty Plate! Watch Kobe and Benjie as they cook, laugh, and share heartfelt moments exclusively on the Bounty Fresh Facebook page and YouTube channel. Witness how the Paras legacy continues to evolve—this time, one dish at a time.
