For one weekend this May, the vibrant streets of Makati will take on a distinctly French flair. From May 24 to 25, Goût de France returns to the Makati Street Meet along Paseo de Roxas, promising an immersive culinary and cultural experience reminiscent of a summer stroll through a Parisian marché.
Organized by Ayala Land in collaboration with Taste of France and the Embassy of France to the Philippines and Micronesia—with the special participation of Enderun Colleges École Ducasse and Le Cordon Bleu Ateneo de Manila—this annual celebration is a tribute to the timeless charm of French gastronomy and culture.
Visitors can look forward to an open-air French market featuring an exceptional lineup of chefs, restaurateurs, artisans, and distributors. From delicate cannelés to hearty galettes and flowing French wines, the event invites everyone to indulge in classic and contemporary French fare under the shade of Makati’s iconic canopy trees.
Among the highlights of the festival is a free cooking demonstration by Chef Marc Chalopin of Enderun Colleges on Saturday, May 24. As the sun sets, DJ JB Bolaños takes over the soundscape with a dynamic set that fuses global beats with local energy—setting the stage for an evening of culinary exploration and conviviality.
On Sunday, May 25, the festivities continue with the Course des garçons de café, or Waiter’s Race—a spirited tradition in which café servers race to deliver a full bottle of Evian without spilling a drop. The fun begins at 3:00 PM, following a ceremonial toast led by the French Ambassador, together with restaurateurs and culinary partners, accompanied by a tasting reception courtesy of Le Cordon Bleu.
The weekend’s lineup of vendors reads like a gastronomic love letter to France. Participating names include Society Lounge, Lemmy’s Bistro, Le Flan Manila, Crepe Glazik, La Petite Cuisine de Coralie, Oui Tacos, Perfect Cellars, Crazy Carabao, and dozens more purveyors of authentic French flavors—from oysters and gelato to wines, spirits, and patisserie staples. (See full list of merchants in Annex 1.)
Beyond the market, Goût de France extends its celebration through a nationwide French restaurant week. From bistros in Poblacion to fine dining favorites in BGC and Cebu, participating establishments will offer curated French menus to delight diners well beyond the festival weekend. Among them are Champagne Room at The Manila Hotel, Chef Jessie Rockwell, Dr. Wine, L’Entrecôte, Mirèio, and more. (See Annex 2 for full list.)
To stay updated and view the complete roster of participating restaurants, follow the official Facebook page of the Embassy of France to the Philippines and Micronesia:
https://www.facebook.com/FrenchEmbassyPH
Whether you’re daydreaming of the lavender fields of Provence or craving the comforting richness of a traditional raclette, Goût de France offers a delightful escape—no passport required.
Bon appétit, and see you at the market!
Annex 1 : list of merchants / booths, Paseo de Roxas, 24-25 May
| Company Name | Product |
| Society Lounge | Charcuterie – Bread – Croissant waffle |
| Lemmy’s Bistro | Cheese raclette |
| Les Kombucha | Drink |
| Le Flan Manila | Flan Pastry |
| Cannele & Me | Cannele, Macarron |
| Lola Tita Chocolate | Chocolate – Rice cake |
| Crepe Glazik | Galette Bretonne- Crepe |
| Luffylicious King of Juices | Juices |
| Luffylicious Fruit Shakes | Lemonade |
| 2nd street oysters | Fresh Oysters |
| Araro Gelato | Ice Cream |
| La petite Cuisine de Coralie | Cannele , Financier, Quiche |
| Oui Tacos | French Tacos |
| Leelu’s Chocolat | Premium Fruits & Chocolate |
| Stirreras – Sound Coffee | Cocktail & Coffee |
| Perfect Cellars | Wines |
| Happy Living | Wines |
| Gran Hacienda Wines | Wines |
| Terrys Selection | Wines |
| Monin | Syrup, cocktails |
| Eager Beans Coffee | Coffee Cookies |
| Reve De Paris | Pastries |
| Bares & Estrellas | Wines |
| Cream Gelato | Ice Cream |
| Handelaar Wines | Wines |
| Crazy Carabao | Craft Beers |
| Boondocks | Craft Beers |
| Aviver | French spirits/wines |
| Manman Saigon | French Pho |
Annex 2 : List of participating restaurants
| Amihan Bistro | Amihan Bistro, B complex, real street 5316 Coron City, Palawan |
| Brasserie Sagana | G/F Net One Center, 3rd Ave. corner 26th St., BGC, Taguig |
| Champagne Room of The Manila Hotel | The Manila Hotel, One Rizal Park, Ermita, Manila |
| Chef Jessie Rockwell | Ground Level Amorsolo Square, Amorsolo Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati City |
| Crêpe Glazik | Crêpe Glazik 108 Tordesillias Street Makati |
| Dr Wine BGC | Parklane, Forbestown Rd, Taguig, Metro Manila |
| Dr Wine Makati | 5921 Algier, Makati, 1210 Metro Manila |
| Feria | Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu, Serging Osmena Blvd corner Juan Luna Ave. Mabolo, Cebu City |
| H&T Wine Gallery | 24KD cor K-1st street, 11th Jamboree Ext. Kamuning QC |
| Kása Palma | 6042 Palma Street, Poblacion Makati, Metro Manila 1210 |
| L’Eau Vive in Asia | 1499 Paz Mendoza Guazon Avenue, Otis, Brgy. 829 Paco, Manila 1007 |
| L’Entrecôte | Forbes Town, BGC, Taguig City |
| Le Cordon Bleu Ateneo de Manila Institute | Ground Floor, Area Building , Ateneo de Manila University, Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City, 1108 Philippines |
| Le Coude Rouge / Alliance Française de Manille | 209 Nicanor Garcia, Makati |
| Lemmy’s Bistro | 7612-D Guijo St. San Antonio Village Makati City |
| Mirèio | 9th Floor, Raffles Makati, 1 Raffles Drive, Makati Ave., Makati City |
| Old Manila | The Peninsula Manila Hotel |
| Oro Plato | Phase 4, AFPOVAI, S. Ola, Corner Villamor Street, Taguig, 1630 Metro Manila |
| Society Lounge | G/F Atrium Building, Makati avenue |
Discover the full list of participating restaurants by following the Facebook page of the Embassy of France to the Philippines and Micronesia.
Annex 3: Programme prévisionnel Saturday, May 24
4:00 PM Opening of the French Market
4:00 to 10:00 PM Booths / French Gastronomy merchants
6:00 PM Cooking Demo by Chef Marc Chalopin of Enderun 6:30 to 12:00 PM Set by DJ JB Bolanos
Sunday, May 25
8:00 AM Opening of the French Market
8:00 – 10 PM Booths / French Gastronomy merchants
3:00 PM Ambassador’s Speech & toast with restaurateurs, merchants & press (courtesy of chef Cyrille Soenen, Le Cordon Bleu)
3:30 PM Waiter’s Race (Cours des garçons de café)
4:00 PM Free tasting reception
10:00 PM Closing of the French Market
