Thursday, February 03, 2011

Hitting the Bird's Eye

Tired of the usual fried and grilled chicken Sunday lunches, Noy and I ventured last weekend on eating at the newly opened Peri-Peri at the SM Megamall. It's still chicken, but it's Portuguese, something we haven't tried before. The name peri-peri (correctly spelled piri piri) is a Portuguese term to describe the African bird's-eye chili, which is featured in the restaurant's signature hot sauce.

And boy, does the sauce deliver. There are two bottles of different types on the table. I like the oil-based one because it's lighter and more pungent. The more textured one tastes like Tabasco, only more raw, and quite harsh it almost burns.

But the big big hit here is the chicken. Whether hot and spicy, mild spicy or lemon and garlic-basted, it's succulent and tender. The flavor of herbs and spices where it was marinated in for a long time bursts in the mouth with every bite. And because, it's spit-fire grilled, it's less fatty and wonderfully cooked through to the bones - no bloody insides here. I thoroughly enjoyed my chicken.

While the sidings are a tad ordinary, they are equally flavorful and enjoyable. What's especially notable about Peri-Peri is the fact that their portions are huge, but it wasn't mentioned anywhere in their extensive menu that they do. If you're a big-portion person who's looking for an amazing value for your money, this is the place to go.

So much so that I had to come back to taste the pasta platter. For this set meal, one has to choose between Alfredo or Bolognese; both are just as yummy and plenty as the chicken and sidings.

For both visits, we availed of their promo - add Php 49 to your chicken meal of choice and get unlimited servings of drinks and soups - all equally superb. This is an awesome deal I probably won't get tired of. Oh, and try their Cafe Latte - surprisingly heartwarming.

Are you still reading? I thought you're already checking out their website, where you'll find they have a lot more to offer, like rappas, quesadillas, and intriguing entrees. I myself can't wait to come back and say Ola! to wonderfully filling good food again.



1 comment:

ms. choy said...

looks delicious ha! :)

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