Gaudi...is that a person or a place?

APPETIZER

Antoni Gaudí was an architect at the forefront of the Modernism Movement in Spain, which swept the country in the latter part of the 1800s. His unique use of color, texture, form, and movement was decades ahead of his contemporaries. In Barcelona, you will still see the influence this man has on the architecture and design of the city. And on Jupiter Street in Makati, you will find Gaudí—decorated in the same Modernism style of its popular namesake.

MAIN COURSE

Alexandra Cacho came to admire the work of the architect after living in Spain for 20 years. So when she and her husband, Francisco, and sister-in-law, Marilen, opened a Spanish restaurant, they decided to make his name and craft the centerpiece of the establishment. The place is, in many ways a gallery of his work. From the impressive front door to the circular seats and the bar area, you see the unmistakable signature of Antoni Gaudí.

Also on exhibit is classic and contemporary Spanish cuisine. Gaudí features the specialties of all the Spanish regions. From the Basques, try the Pintxo, bread with toppings. From the Mediterranean coast, Valencia’s finest Arrozes (or as they are commonly called, Paellas). With these favorites, Gaudí also offers a long list of Tapas with which you can start your meal or enjoy as light snacks.

DESSERT

"We cater to all ages," Alexandra says of Gaudí. At different times of the day, she finds the young, the not-so-young, and even senior citizens having a delicious Spanish meal there. And after this, she’ll see you there, too.

SIDE DISHES…

Red-carpet treatment…
It can be difficult to find a parking space on Jupiter Street. But don’t dismay, there’s valet!

Pick your poison…
Gaudí imports its own wine, so they can offer you very good wine at a very low price. "Probably the cheapest in Manila," Alexandra Cacho says.


Fare to share…
The Chuleton is more than a kilogram of meat and is supposed to be shared with a friend; or not, if you haven’t eaten in a week.


The damage…
A meal for two, complete with appetizer, main course, a drink, and dessert will run you around P1,000.