Ube or purple yam is no longer merely a typical ingredient in Filipino specialty desserts. This wonderful flavor has evolved into a global sensation. This well-loved crop is being used in both foreign and local dishes to make them more enticing flavor-wise and more aesthetically appealing! If you are an ube-lover, a beginner chef, a foodie, or even someone who hasn’t tried this delicacy yet, read on to unravel the must-try ube dishes available from Astoria Gourmet Take-aways.
1. Ube Macapuno Ensaymada

Ube is a flavor that is distinct on its own. However, it also tastes great when paired with other ingredients such as cheese! Kickstart your day with something fresh from our ovens, the Ube Macapuno Ensaymada! This proudly Pinoy treat has a soft texture and flavorful cream. Every bite of this ultimate treat is a taste of pure happiness.
2. Astoria Bibingka Ube

If you are a coffee person or someone who loves having a cup of tea, best to find a treat that matches it! If you have not yet tried our famous Astoria Bibingka, then take this as your sign! It is one of Astoria Hotels and Resorts’ best-sellers in terms of desserts, having won an award for best dessert in 2018 by the Philippine Daily Inquirer Lifestyle. It comes in three flavors, including ube. Imagine having this with your favorite drink in the middle of the day? Pure bliss!
3. Ube Buko Langka Pie

Who doesn’t love pies? Astoria’s Ube Buko Langka Pie has everything you could ever want in one treat. It has all the elements that would surely satisfy your gastronomical cravings. Imagine a burst of flavors from purple yam, jackfruit, and young coconut meat. This is truly a dessert worth including in your every celebration with friends and family.
Ready to taste the ube goodness with these Astoria Gourmet Take-aways creations? Browse our lists of delectable delights and order food online. Discover more ube products that will pique your cravings by visiting bit.ly/AstoriaGourmetTakeaways. Yes, we offer food delivery in Pasig!
Are you a member of the leading vacation club in the Philippines, Astoria Vacation and Leisure Club, Inc. (AVLCI)? If yes, you may enjoy these scrumptious desserts at a discount! If you are not yet a member, make sure to avoid being fooled by timeshare scams or fraudulent vacation clubs in the Philippines by signing up only with the best via www.avlci.com.
But aside from offering gourmet takeaways in Metro Manila, Astoria recently released our very own Astoria Philippine Ube Powder under Astoria Culinary Expert Services (Astoria-ACES), which is made from 100% dehydrated and pulverized purple yam, and has zero additives, preservatives, colorants, or extenders. You can order yours at bit.ly/ACES-Ube.
Ready for an UBEr amazing foodie adventure? Give these creations a try today!

