Kása Palma Unveils Seafood Tasting Menu in Makati
Last Updated on August 2, 2026 by Melina Competiello
Fine dining destination Kása Palma has introduced a new tasting menu that puts Philippine seafood at the center of the experience. Created by Chef Aaron Isip, the latest menu highlights seasonal catches from local waters while blending French techniques with Filipino flavors in a multi-course dining journey.
Located in Poblacion, Makati, the Michelin-recognized restaurant continues its focus on locally sourced ingredients, offering diners a closer look at the country’s rich marine biodiversity through carefully crafted dishes.
A Menu Inspired by Philippine Waters
The new tasting menu celebrates the diversity of seafood found across the Philippines. Instead of relying on familiar ingredients, Chef Aaron Isip incorporates lesser-known local catches to showcase the country’s coastal regions and fishing communities.
Several courses feature seafood presented in unexpected ways, combining traditional Filipino ingredients with modern cooking techniques. As a result, each dish offers a different perspective on local flavors while remaining rooted in Philippine culinary traditions.
Chef Aaron Isip’s Culinary Vision
Chef Aaron Isip trained in Michelin-starred kitchens in Paris before returning to the Philippines to establish Kása Palma. Today, his cooking reflects French technique while drawing inspiration from Filipino cuisine and flavors from across Asia and Latin America.
Through this latest menu, Isip continues to champion locally sourced seafood and seasonal ingredients. Additionally, he hopes to introduce diners to marine species that rarely appear on restaurant menus despite being found in Philippine waters.
A Destination for Fine Dining in Makati
Kása Palma has earned recognition from both the MICHELIN Guide and Tatler Asia, making it one of Metro Manila’s leading fine dining destinations. Beyond the tasting menu, the restaurant also offers a wood-fired dining experience that complements its seafood-focused concept.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or exploring Manila’s growing culinary scene, Kása Palma’s newest menu offers another reason to visit Makati.
Would you try Kása Palma’s new seafood tasting menu? Tell us which course you’d be most excited to experience in the comments below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kása Palma is located on Palma Street in Poblacion, Makati City.
The new menu focuses on Philippine seafood, featuring seasonal local catches prepared with French culinary techniques and Filipino influences.
Chef Aaron Isip is the executive chef behind Kása Palma. He trained in Paris and combines French techniques with Filipino ingredients and global influences in his cooking.
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