With rice being a staple in every Filipino’s dining table, Food and Beverage Director of Discovery Group, Chef Anthony Raymond, decided to use heirloom rice as an additional feature to the exquisite selection of dishes at Discovery Suites Ortigas’ flagship restaurant and steakhouse, 22 Prime.
This sustainability effort aims to spur vital support for the Heirloom Rice Project in the Cordillera region which was initiated by Food Staples Sufficiency Program (FSSP) of the Philippine Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with International Rice Research Institute (IRRI). The Heirloom Rice program aims to give paramount attention to farmers and their traditional rice varieties to ensure that the legacy of heirloom rice will live on.
22 Prime at present uses a traditional rice variety grown in Ifugao known as Tinawon rice. Unlike the processed white rice prevalent in the market, heirloom rice varieties are proven to be healthier. Some must-try rice dishes are Norwegian Cut Salmon served with cilantro heirloom rice and fresh basil pesto, Grilled Mixed Seafood with heirloom rice pilaf and corn on the cob, Miso-Glazed Black Cod paired with cilantro-infused red mountain rice, and Duo of Beef which is a combination of braised USDA short ribs and grilled wagyu hanger steak with heirloom rice pilaf.
Discovery Suites Ortigas is located along 25 ADB Avenue Ortigas Center, Pasig City. For inquiries and reservations, call (63 2) 719-8888, email reservations@ds.discovery.com.ph or visit discoverysuites.com.
About Discovery Suites Ortigas
Discovery Suites Ortigas is the preferred address of business and leisure travelers, as it balances the convenience of a spacious residence with the personal touches of a hotel. The 220-key all-suite property offers complimentary high-speed Internet for unlimited devices and access to PressReader. Dining options include its flagship steak restaurant 22 Prime and Restaurant 5 for breakfast and lunch buffet offers.
Discovery Suites is one of five properties of The Discovery Leisure Company’s portfolio of distinctive hotels and resorts, and is a member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Connect Collection. Get updates through Discovery Suites’ Facebook on http://facebook.com/DiscoverySuitesOrtigas, Twitter @discoverysuites and Instagram @discoverysuites.
