Chocolate lovers have more reasons to explore Taguig as the city’s Tourism and Trade Office highlights a selection of local businesses offering creative ways to enjoy one of the world’s favorite treats. From Filipino-inspired flavors to unexpected chocolate pairings, this sweet guide showcases the imagination and craftsmanship behind Taguig’s growing food scene.
Auro Chocolate Café: Filipino Cacao With a Creative Twist
Located in BGC, Auro Chocolate Café offers a unique chocolate experience rooted in Filipino cacao. The brand is known for its tree-to-bar approach, working with local cacao farmers and transforming Philippine cacao into chocolate products, beverages, and creative dishes. One of the featured treats in Taguig’s chocolate guide is the Balut Chocolate Egg, a playful creation that combines a familiar Filipino concept with chocolate. Auro also explores other local flavors and dishes through chocolate, making it a must-visit stop for guests looking for something beyond traditional sweets. The café is located at One Maridien Tower along 27th Street in BGC, making it a convenient addition to a food crawl, shopping trip, or weekend city adventure.
CMV Txocolat: Chocolate Inspired by Filipino Flavors
Another featured stop is CMV Txocolat, located at Accacia Estates in Taguig. The chocolate business is recognized for its creative approach to cacao and its willingness to experiment with unconventional flavors and combinations. The guide highlights Sunrise Mangoes, which features dried Cebu mangoes dipped in roasted white chocolate and finished with mango puree and pink peppercorns. This combination brings together the sweetness and tanginess of mangoes with the rich, creamy taste of chocolate. CMV Txocolat reflects how Filipino ingredients can be transformed into artistic and innovative chocolate creations. Its products offer a different way to appreciate local flavors while discovering the possibilities of handcrafted chocolate.
Tsokolateria: A Filipino Chocolate Experience in SM Aura
For those who want to explore chocolate through familiar Filipino comfort food, Tsokolateria at SM Aura in BGC offers an exciting option. The chocolate-focused establishment incorporates tablea and local ingredients into Filipino dishes and desserts.
One of the featured creations is tablea champorado, a comforting Filipino favorite made more special through the use of rich chocolate. Served with traditional pairings, it presents a familiar dish in a way that celebrates the country’s cacao and culinary heritage. Tsokolateria is a fitting stop for visitors who enjoy discovering how local ingredients can be reimagined through modern food concepts.
