Korean Reviews Korean Food in Manila! 🇰🇷🇵🇭 | PABORITO in Malate

Hey guys! Here’s a new and special episode for PABORITO this weekend. Malate is known as the official KOREATOWN in PH and this episode allowed me to explore different Korean resto around the area. Can you guess which my PABORITO is for this episode? :) Enjoy watching!
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[@AngryKittens]

The weird thing about being "laway conscious" in the Philippines, is it completely disappears when it comes to the drinking culture. EVERYONE drinks from ONE glass (tagay) that is passed around. And it's a very very ancient tradition (early Spanish explorers even described it). I still remember it feeling really weird the first time I drank at an upscale bar and we all had separate bottles. I remember thinking "so how are we supposed to know whose turn it is to drink?" 😅 P.S. It's also the reason why there's no equivalent for "Cheers" in Filipino languages. Because we can't clink glasses/bottles if there's only one glass. So when forced to translate "Cheers", we just usually say "Tagay!" (even though it doesn't make sense). A lot of people also say "Kampay", thinking it's a native word (it's not, it's from Japanese "Kanpai").

[@_lim1542]

kanpai origin is Chinese, but the Japanese use it also

[@AngryKittens]

@@_lim1542 Yes, the ultimate origin is Chinese, but we specifically acquired it from the Japanese. The Chinese version is "Gānbēi", which makes it obvious we didn't acquire it from them, but secondhand via Japanese. Korean also acquired their own version from Chinese: "Geonbae".

[@_lim1542]

@@AngryKittens oh yes they probably learned it during the japanese occupation of the philippines. They did horrible things to the Filipino people 😔

[@kawaiiafangirl]

YES! I'm Fil-Am so idk if younger Filipinos practice "tagay" or not. In the States, I don't think young Filipinos know of the tradition/ culture behind "tagay".

[@nechtuazon]

As always, I learn a lot in Jessica’s Channel. Even the comment sections are cery informative. 😂 Nice! 😊👌✨✨✨

[@artryanrock]

You can see how Jessica is passionate and hard-working. She want to have a great content to share with us. I have to try Korean when I go back to Manila. There are only few here in Italy

[@yorkshireterier9521]

she's cute. so as her flatted u know..

[@ElySunday]

Ano po paborito nyo sa italy na korean resto ? Thanks!

[@artryanrock]

@@ElySunday Ginmi ang paborito ko sa Milan

[@MjYosh]

I love how excited Jessica is in explaining everything in this episode.

[@charleslyndonduenas7832]

I was literally just binging on the series. I love how bubbly and how keen you are on learning about the daily Filipino Lifestyle. Ingat and Saranghae Jessica 👉👈💕

[@celkarlocapati5938]

I like how Jessica asked first if she can film inside the restaurant, a sign of respect for the restaurant. Good job Jessica! 🥂

[@spartanwarrior1]

it`s called decency

[@jolvald]

I learn a lot of Korean culture and foods through Jessica’s videos, she is truly an ambassador! Keep up the wonderful work Jessica!👏👏

[@meatamusballonamew]

I’m so glad you guys added subtitles :D it’ll be nice if you can translate the Tagalog too for people who don’t understand Tagalog :)

[@allanchujr4316]

Hello Jessica. You're one of my favorite Vloggers because you are true with your comments and opinions. I started to appreciate your style in your Trabaho series. By the way, I am based here in Bacolod and I am a Songwriter, I am one of the songwriters of Jolina Magdangal. Hoping to collab with you, especially that I'm planning to make a theme song of your channel.. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@angelmendoza7305]

I love this paborito series talaga 🥹🤍 Keep on making videos like this. ✨

[@NielmarRamlein-bg5zo]

I love Jessica ,,, Ang healing Nyan sa lahat Ng blog Nyan parang Pinoy na Pinoy na talaga sya, iBang klase ka Jessica mabuhay ka 🥰💪

[@mr_incredipaul]

Miga and Zhu Bajie are definitely two of my faves in Malate 💯

[@sara.cbc92]

Wdym Zhu bajie?? He's the pig in Journey to the West.

[@juunataku]

​@@sara.cbc92 my thoughts too lol theycooked himmmm

[@sara.cbc92]

@@juunataku yes lol

[@mr_incredipaul]

Journey to the west is very famous in South Korea, so that restaurant just used that name coz he's a pig and they sell pork. Sounds savage but hey, you do anything to advertise your stuff.

[@yxlvllmr]

Jessica is so determined in making good contents for her viewers ❤ really enjoyed every episode of Paborito Series ❤❤

[@maxfinity5640]

Just discovered you while watching people trying filipino foods. Love your style, vibe, and energy. It's great that you are bringing filipino culture to the world. FilAm from Dallas, Texas. Keep it up, miss!

[@aejoymamotosfermin2497]

Pinaka espesyal na episode talaga Kasi she recommends herself to her favorite resto in malate . Hahaha you're so cute, Jess, you deserve a special episode. Salamat din recommend mo ung fav resto mo sa amin... Ang saya mo nakakain ulit sa favorite resto mo❤❤❤

[@aaronkylearador9253]

npc spotted*

[@klager2828]

@@aaronkylearador9253 Spamming her npc spotted... It seems you are the NPC HAHAHAHA

[@aaronkylearador9253]

@@klager2828 lmao 😂

[@KenGamboa199]

So cute! Ako lang ba. Pero pag nanonood ako ang sarap kumain ni Jessica. Pati ako nagugutom eh haha.. Ingat kayo guys lalo sa team ni Jessica ❤️

[@ellehciream9773]

True and very entertaining din sya magsalita 🫶🏼

[@larocomel]

without finishing the video it's already obvious which is the paborito just by seeing the happiness on Jessica's face, btw she can be a good tagay gunner lol. Hopefully you'll find time teaching us how to cook korean dishes from buying ingredients to the finish product.

[@jeivaugn]

HAHAHA! gusto ko yung transition ng facial expression nya nung may na realized sya ( from 17:18)

[@aejoymamotosfermin2497]

Ang bait ng Team(videographers) ni Jessica💕💖💕. At buti di na lasing si Jessica sa ininom nyang Rice wine😂😂❤❤❤ God bless and ingat kayo!

[@aaronkylearador9253]

npc spotted*

[@ReyatzuPH]

Eto talaga inaabangan ko ang paborito series 🥰🥰🥰 , sakto habang pinapanood ko to di pa ako kumakain 😂😂😂

[@fredbigornia1814]

"They honk when they see a beautiful woman come by, Typical Filipino" they see you as gorgeous, pretty and cute Jessica you should know that by now! You've been in the Philippines for a long time now! I am laway conscious espicially in the church when the priest share the sacramental wine in one chalice with everyone during mass.

[@paen1230]

Petition for Jessica Lee to make a vlog of the best restaurants in Korean Town 😩🕯️🙏

[@eydriyan]

I was literally in Malate a few hours ago!!! Too bad I just saw this video now, but thanks Jessica, this gives me another reason to go back there 🤭

[@banappleee]

제시카님~ 제일 좋아하는한식당 공유해줘서 고마워요!!!! 이번꺼 진짜 재밋게 잘봤어용!!!!!!! 수고하셨어요!!! ❤

[@choichoitv4522]

I accidentally watched your vlog, at sunod-sunod na 😅 Ang galing mong mag explain, nakakalibang ka Ang sarap panoorin pati ung mga vlog last year pa pinapanood ko na Rin 😅 ung vibe na parang nakaen ko na Rin ung mga food na pinuntahan mo , sana more vlogs pa ❤

[@Mhike177]

Flatter chopsticks is easier to use. I don’t know about being better for precision using that because it’s easier. Try using round steel chopsticks, I bet you’ll easily find out that it’s the one that truly needs better precision. For me, anything square-ish or flat chopsticks are for children because it’s the easiest to use and learn from. I’ve noticed Koreans and Japanese are similar holding their chopsticks. Like children lol. I hold mine Chinese style and Japanese think it’s harder for them to do it that way. I live in Japan so I don’t know why Koreans hold their chopsticks same as Japanese because I can’t ask them in person lol.

[@aika3nidad769]

i don't understand who made up the idea that pinoys use serving spoon coz we're saving the food for later. I heard it from one korean vlogger as well. it's more of a hygiene thing lol and its not just filipinos who use serving spoons.

[@mcgaspar-mt3yd]

Lage ka mag iingat Ma'am Jessica Lalo na kung gabi ang vlog mo

[@TVKiDoOfficial]

Well that's cool to see the new Adriatico street, way back decades ago it has only 1 Korean restaurant and 1 Korean grocery. I used to live at 1750 josefa building but now it's a backpackers apartment for traveller's.

[@gemmaarcenal6886]

during 90s korean village is the most known korean resto there.its so famous that all japanese tourist go there.hope still there until now.yum miss the kalbi its in the corner in the center of adriatico there in round about

[@amlona4162]

I can only be in Manila but everytime you're here (Sampaloc, España, Intramuros & Malate) I never got a chance to see you! I can revommend you my paboritos! Hahaha

[@francisanthonyh_]

I'd actually recommend the place at 5:42 , which is Erras Vest Ramen! Not Korean food, I know, but they serve really good ramen in very affordable prices. There are also other food choices and you can drink, too! Inuman sa tabi ng kalsada (na may ramen) experience hahaha

[@jj9268]

im not even from the Philippines but I enjoy watching your videos!! love from Malaysia❤

[@johnraymondrobastoofficial4966]

This is probably my favorite episode. I love the fact that Jessica's team allowed her to recommend this one time - we actually see more slices of Jessica's life as Zhu Ba Jie is her favorite K resto. Really loved the makgeolli part. I learned a lot more about the Korean culture and norms and the best part is I enjoyed the duration of the whole episode. Jessica - the best K ambassador 🥰😍

[@jocelynmanuel69]

Nagutom ako ah.😋😋 Sarap kumain ni Jessica. You are really good at explaining the viand you eat. Thank you for your hard work just to make sure your viewers satisfied and happy. Goodluck.... More quality vlogs to come....🥰❤❤❤

[@christopherm.cianfrocco5685]

I do not understand why, supposedly Filipinos dislike spicy food because I am Visayan American, and I eat Bicol express with bids eye chili and jalapeños at the same time with the seeds and even in Hiligaynon style Dinuguan plus I eat Samyang 2x spicy!

[@nyxachelois1427]

Ang lakas kumain.. Sana magsama karin ng pinoy para Para ma try nila if masarap ba talaga. Ang kfood ingat kayo lagi.

[@10Anshe]

This is my favorite PABORITO episode so far. You should do an episode where it's only Jessica's favorite restaurants. ❤

[@jessieryalbutrabalboa9630]

I love your vibes also informative nakakagutom nakakatakam foodtrip salute

[@mikzdelosreyes]

Try mo din po mga exotic foods in provinces ☺️ and discover mo mga iba't ibang klase ng luto ng mga ito. Hope ma notice mo ito lodicakes 😇

[@sherylbayo6708]

Wow sanaol Englishera si Ate na unang ininterview. Sana ganyan din ako ka fluent mag English huhu

[@RC_Hershey1104]

I really enjoy watching your vlogs Jessica! Salute to your content creator and I hope you continue to do what you love! ❤🎉

[@rheadalisay3009]

I learned a lot from this vlog, not only about k-food but also the korean culture. Great content! ❤☺️

[@ncf7]

When i first tried gamjatang in korea i instantly fell in love! I eat it everytime I'm there! Soooooo delicious!

[@gorganhorn6872]

I'm learning so much from Jessica's channel about the food scene in the Philippines. Great content as usual! 👍 Why are you becoming even more cute Jessica !?!😊

[@steffig9444]

I feel like Jessice looks the happiest in this episode. hahaha

[@cryztalcruz8995]

Ang cute, nakakatuwa naman sya panuorin. Sobrang nag enjoy ako sa episode na to. 😊😊😊😊

[@rhonalakwatsera]

Ay ako, Jessica, If I see you, I’d accommodate you hehe. I wish we had the Malate restos here in Batangas. Missing going to Korea and eating authentic food!

[@winterlookatme]

Thanks Jessica for your hard work! You are very much appreciated! ❤️

[@marklestercustodio4523]

Hi Jessica, !!! i would Highly Recommend you should try the JINJOO KOREAN GRILL Restaurant at the SM Aura taguig, thats a very cozy and Korean style restaurant very different style from the other restaurant please try that i promise you wont regret it, GODBLESS TAKE CATE JESS LOVELOTS 😊

[@angelotabudlong1073]

Always looking forward to every Paborito and Trabaho episodes

[@bolambaojohnvincentr.3604]

everytime i watch paborito series, ako yung nabubusog kahit nanonood lang e hahahahhaa

[@julianlora_]

The taxi at 5:12 kept honking because you had your arm up. He probably thought you were trying to flag down a cab XD

[@leechansbodyroll5749]

I think this is nice that by the end, Jessica also includes her paborito or recommended restau ^^

[@lalainejardiniano3170]

Hi Jessica, thanks for your effort in this vlog. The best part was you share where is the best restaurant to eat authentic korean food and feel the korean vibe. I am here in the Philippines for vacation and I am living in Dubai. So one of the countries that I know I can eat authentic korean food is here in the Philippines😄 that is why I will not miss the oppurtunity to dine in Zhu Ba Jie. Kamsahamnida🫶🏻

[@christiansingian23rd]

try to go in CLARK pampanga, thier is few foreign town in their like mostly american but their is a lot of korean in their or a korean town and i guess a japanese town too

[@brynels.9189]

Your channel is becoming like a food and culture TV show. Love it!

[@roddizon2242]

When I went home in the Philippines, I saw so many Koreans . I thought maybe Koreans are investing in the Philippines but I was amazed so many Koreans restaurant for Koreans even in the tourist area,. So many Koreans tourist eating at Koreans restaurant, what I am saying is , I thought this tourist help the Philippine restaurant but is not, the Koreans are helping themselves.

[@atventurejournal]

I just love how you can speak Tagalog like a true local! 😊

[@pugward]

lol san banda? her accent is thicker than Jessica Soho

[@Mr.SouthEast]

So much love you jessica always takecare keep doin this kind of vlog be always good as you are ❤❤❤ im having fun watching you always..

[@cHinitocHunk]

Coming home in September, I will drag my family in Malate to try the paboritos here. I hope it's as good as what everyone says it to be. 😊

[@erikolsen4473]

Greetings from Norway, awesome channel Jessica. Are you going to do a paborito in Makati or BGC?

[@aejoymamotosfermin2497]

Yeyyy! New episode Ng Paborito series! Love it❤❤❤. Salamat sa hard work mo magshoot ng mga series mo Jess. We love and support you always 💖💖💖

[@aaronkylearador9253]

npc spotted*

[@bretheartgregorio1886]

Gusto ko talaga yung sobrang Honest ng mga review mo. Power sayo palagi Jessica 🤗☝️

[@candidinretrospect]

Came here to say how much I love your content! Also, being ‘laway conscious’ is better for stomach health. A bacteria called ‘h-pylori’ can be easily spread through sharing food and saliva. It can be painful for some and not for others. It is a really serious condition and needs to be treated to kill the bacteria. I learned this the hard way after having an endoscopy when I moved to Taiwan. Just something I thought I’d share as a fellow foodie. Love the content

[@misseunice1998]

OMG i love your vlogs ! Good vibes always :))))

[@EyrinsChannel]

That one restau with the Swiss flag is called Erras vest, it has affordable and really quality street ramen and chashu. We always go there back in College. Also, you should try Nobunaga Izakaya around there in Malate also if you want a more authentic JP food.

[@Sofia-ud5hc]

I hope you guys can do a taft episode! As a taft kid i would love to see Jessica to try some food from taft that i love growing up!

[@adcefg0713]

Woahhh ate Jessica you're back ❤🫶 very fun and informative watching you😊

[@june61892]

Kudos for the effort. Authentic feelings, Reaction, Situation. This is a raw vlog 👌❤

[@reymartaberna8254]

Hi miss jessica you are very beautiful deep inside in or out a humble women keep it up your good deeds...❤❤

[@jeyeyjey]

Just started binge watching Jessica's videos and so far her Paborito series are my (and my parents') fave. I even found myself asking random taxi drivers and even one of our tour guides what his "paborito" food locally is😆 It's a pretty good convo starter tbh👍 More power to you Jessica🤘

[@pinayeonni]

You should also try visiting Korean Town in Friendship Angeles City. There's a lot of Korean restaurants and Koreans there~ 😋

[@AngryKittens]

I'm shookt that I've actually eaten at one of those restaurants. LOL I only visit Metro Manila rarely, so it was nice seeing a restaurant I actually recognized. Sadly it's the one where the manager didn't approve filming.

[@donnamaenoquira9096]

love you jessica been binge watching all your episodes in a day 🥰

[@yeljordan6337]

so in general po ba, korean food mas healthy ba?although sa Pinas meron lutong tagalog, parang palaga lang yung bang sinabawang gulay or the likes of pinangat. Meron kasi article about kimchi that its good for your hair etc.

[@Pinakanakapagpapabagabag]

Ive been waiting for this episode I really want to know what Jessica’s paborito . As in favorite personal pick. Great work Jessica

[@huda4023]

Always naka abang sa mga blogs mo❤

[@ronniegalvan2143]

You should try going to Koreatown in Angeles, Pampanga...It's like literally a whole town in Korea (Restaurants [lots of Restaurants], Salons, Supermarkets, Cafe, etc.)

[@MercyJaviermadlangSAKALAM]

So adorable Jessica guapa enjoy vlogging pretty girl

[@twistedcoffee1187]

Ate Jessica being exhausted somehow makes her more attractive unlike me being trash while tired.

[@kwiyopta2024]

The Pajeon(파전) in your favorite restaurant that cost 400 here in Korea it's around 1300 pesos. That's my favorite!

[@o0musique0o]

New Sub. Cool to see a food KZbinr who's Korean, living in the Philippines that can speak Tagalog 🤙

[@nathblanca6280]

I, personally loved Korean foods aside from Filipino foods and I wanna go there to try some authentic Korean food. Di ako makuntento sa Samgyupsalamt at Rombab

[@roseannnoguera7917]

Its been a while since the last time i watch a vlog 😅 its nice to watch again ❤️

[@anneimperial8580]

hello Jessica! Hope you also visit Tanay or Antipolo area. There are a lot of cafes/resto there too. 🩷

[@rosecps2632]

Thank you for sharing with us Korean Foods to go to. More authentic Korean restos to go to please. ❤

[@heyyhan196]

Had fun watching this EP 🙂♥️ i suddenly crave for Korean foods. hope to really see you in person Jessica🙂

[@ronaldbantug4083]

thats why i appreciate your effort on uploading anew topic right away younever fsil to amazed everyone keep up the good work your the best godbless more power stay safe where ever shot your new paborito series

[@aldrich585]

Hey you should try friendship road in pampanga, there are many Korean restos/marts in the area

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

Damn your super CUTE Jessica Lee 😍😊❤️💕

[@tatinisom6374]

I really like that Jessica explores UP branches, hope she can come to UP visayas too!!

[@greenbug3335]

Jessica living her best life. Good vibes for you.

[@moodymonday1780]

serving spoon is not just a laway conscious purposes only it also makes food life much longer. Saliva will speed the breakdown of food, and human mouths are also full of various bacteria that will speed the spoilage of food. especially Filipino food, which is known for having a lot of ingredients like kare-kare, which can get easily spoiled. para sa Sharon. hahahaha

[@MYLOLA79]

So much enjoyed watching you pretty Jessica 😍 Thanks for sharing your experience here in Malate

[@meowyyyfilms]

So many changes in Malate area na....omg I must visit it again huhu

[@povoljan13]

kagutom!!! kamiss pinas

[@wujubit]

I loled when she said her friends saying their water is spiked with medicine. 😂😂 that's the usual excuse for LCs. 😂

[@axelrosecastromero6329]

Hi Jessica! Can you make a video of your favorite/recommended exotic korean food in Manila? Like Daechang or Makchang please. Thanks!

[@caliber6688]

More vlogs.nakakagutom

[@SirChefsVlogs01]

Ginugutom mo ko Jessica 😅 its 11pm and i watching your video, now im craving for a Korean foods😋