I Love Aussie Lamb Tagaytay: Top Chefs and Restaurants Launch Exclusive Lamb Menu This February

Tagaytay’s Culinary Elite Unite for the "I Love Aussie Lamb" Collaboration, Highlighting Meat Versatility

TAGAYTAY CITY, PHILIPPINES — Tagaytay’s vibrant food scene reached a new milestone as the city’s most respected restaurants and chefs joined forces for a unique culinary collaboration under the “I Love Aussie Lamb” campaign. Held at Elaia by Cyma, the event showcased the extreme versatility of Australian lamb through diverse cuts and creative, chef-driven interpretations.

Empowering Chefs Through Mastery The initiative, part of a continuing effort by the Australian Government and Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), goes beyond simply adding lamb to the menu. Prior to the event, all participating chefs completed a Butchery Masterclass conducted by MLA Master Butcher Kelly Pane. This hands-on training equipped chefs with deeper knowledge of lamb cuts and handling, empowering them to translate premium ingredients into innovative, menu-ready dishes.

"This collaboration shows how versatile lamb can be, and I’m proud to see fellow chefs bringing their own creativity and identity to each cut," said Chef Roby Goco, MLA Lambassador and chef-owner of Elaia by Cyma.

A Multi-Course Experience The collaboration resulted in a multi-course journey where diners enjoyed nine different lamb cuts, each thoughtfully prepared to highlight the ingredient's flexibility across various cuisines and techniques. These specially created dishes will be officially offered at the participating restaurants starting February 16, allowing the public to experience these expert interpretations firsthand.

Reynaldo's Smoke House's Smoked Lamb Brisket with Chimichurri Sauce

Farmer's Table Tagaytay's Lamb Shank Burnt Coconut Bicol Express

Diners can enjoy these exclusive Australian lamb creations at the following participating establishments:

1. Anya Resort: Aussie Lamb Eye Round Milk Grill with Thai Citrus Salad & Tapioca Cake; Aussie Lamb Top-Round Fabada y Spinach
2. Anzani Ville Sommet: Lamb Croquetas; Moroccan Spiced Lamb Cutlets; Spinach Open Lasagne with Lamb Ragù
3. Asador Dos Mestizos: Hummus with Ground Lamb; Lamb Chorizo; Lamb Paella; Pinchitos Morunos (Lamb skewers); Stuffed Lamb Pimientos
4. Butcher’s Steak and Grill: Soy-Catsup marinated Lamb Rump and Braised Lamb Neck Hash with Madzoon Yogurt Cheese
5. Elaia by Cyma: Aussie Lamb Eye Round Mild Grill with Thai Citrus Salad & Tapioca Cake; Roast Breast Flap Lamb Wrap
6. Farmer’s Table Tagaytay: Lamb Shank Burnt Coconut Bicol Express
7. Fatima’s Filipino Halal: Lamb Tandoori
8. Gorio’s Roadside Restaurant: Cavite Style Lamb Caldereta served with polenta
9. Mama Lou’s Group: Lamb Kulma; Rendang Maranao
10. Reynaldo’s Smoke House: Pulled Lamb Tostada; Smoked Lamb Brisket
11. Taal Vista Hotel: Lamb Birria
12. Textures by Tamayo’s: Lamb on Perilla Leaves
13. The Fatted Calf: Lamb Balbacua

Elaia by Cyma's Aussie Lamb Eye Round Mild Grill with Thai Citrus Salad & Tapioca Cake and Pita Bread

Elaia by Cyma's Roast Breast Flap Lamb Wrap

Asador Dos Mestizos' Lamb Paella with Pinchitos Morunos (Lamb Skewers), Lamb Chorizo and Stuffed Lamb Pimientos