Dining at Country Suites’ Verbena

With the spectacular backdrop of the Taal Volcano and its majestic lake, paired with Chef David Pardo de Ayala’s sensational country food, it’s no wonder Restaurant Verbena at Discovery Country Suites is becoming the most popular dining venue in Tagaytay.

For starters, ask for Verbena’s signature Organic Mozzarella Cheese Pot served ‘fondue style’ fresh Tagaytay herbs and warm focaccia. The PanSeared Foie Gras with its perfect condiment of figs and prunes in cognac sauce will surely set your palate for the next entrée. For your ‘plat de resistance,’ share the US Angus Shortribs "Goulash" or Grilled US Angus Rib Eye Steak with Two-peppercorn sauce (400 gms, for two persons) or as an alternative to beef, try Chef David’s well-known Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Madeira-Mushroom Broth. Other best selling items include his Mediterranean Seafood Bouillabaisse and the Crispy Duck Leg Confit "Andalusia."

With its emphasis on the freshest produce, and other fine ingredients, Verbena’s menu likewise carries a distinct selection of salads such as the Verbena Salad Patch and the Herb-Marinated Mushrooms and Organic Arugula. For a sweet finale, do not miss Verbena’s newest and most popular dessert: "Bouchon’s Chocolate Marquise," a divinely rich and silky chocolate luxury paired with vanilla custard sauce and toasted pistachios.