People always want to try something new. Now a unique dining experience is being offered here in Davao. It's not like any restaurants you've been to, so it’s a must-try!
Mykie's Private Kitchen, a humble home turned classy and elegant restaurant, is located inside Ladislawa Village. This place is owned and operated by two friends - Chef Mykie Hao and Chef Topher Lopez - who came up with this idea, with a little push from friends they cooked for.
It caters to only a limited number of people at a time; and for you to be able to try their dishes; you must place a reservation at least a day or two before. You can choose between dining indoors or al fresco (outside).
The place has a nice ambiance with a minimalist set-up that has a classy and elegant feel. Plus if you're fond of taking photos of your food while dining (like me haha), no need to worry. Mykie’s Private Kitchen has great lighting that will help you capture enticing and salivating food photos.
They also have a great selection of food in their menu. Expect delicious dishes that will surely make you crave for more. What’s more, their servings are generous!
Here are some of the dishes that we were able to try on our visit.
They also have a great selection of wines that will go great with your food.
For appetizer - Mixed greens with Truffle Raspberry Vinaigrette and Smoked Salmon - which is my favorite of all their dishes. I love the combination of bitterness of the greens and the sweetness of the vinaigrette. I can eat this whole day, haha!
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Mixed greens with Truffle Raspberry Vinaigrette and Smoked Salmon |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Mixed greens with Truffle Raspberry Vinaigrette and Smoked Salmon |
Another appetizer is the delicate Seared scallops in Beurre Blanc - scallops that are glazed with a creamy sauce made with butter, onions or shallots, and vinegar or lemon juice, usually served with seafood dishes.
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Seared Scallops in Beurre Blanc |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Seared Scallops in Beurre Blanc |
Last but definitely not the least is the Potato Crusted Scallops with Wasabi Mayo and Ebiko - seared scallops covered with a hash brown rolled into balls and topped with a savory mayo with a kick and ebiko (prawn eggs).
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Potato Crusted Scallops with Wasabi Mayo and Ebiko |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Potato Crusted Scallops with Wasabi Mayo and Ebiko |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Potato Crusted Scallops with Wasabi Mayo and Ebiko |
And now let's go to the Main Course - the first one served is this appetizing Crispy Pork Chop with Sweet and Sour Peppers. This is one dish that really captured my eyes! I love pork! haha I love the nicely seasoned crispy outer surface of the pork and the juiciness as you cut through the meat; and it's really perfect eaten with the sweet and sour peppers that gives more flavor to the dish.
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Crispy Pork Chop with Sweet and Sour Peppers |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Crispy Pork Chop with Sweet and Sour Peppers |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Crispy Pork Chop with Sweet and Sour Peppers |
After a while - dishes came into our table one-by-one. I was amused by how good the they looked. It made me wanna dig in immediately. haha
I'm such a big fan of pastas and seafood. The Spicy Gambas Pasta was like heaven in my mouth. But you have to be cautious while digging into this dish, It will really hit you hard! haha - the level of spiciness of this dish may not be palatable for some people but it surely tastes delicious! Just prepare a glass of water or wine beside you to cool your mouth.
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Spicy Gambas Pasta |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Spicy Gambas Pasta |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Spicy Gambas Pasta |
Another dish is the Seared Chicken in White Wine with Asparagus - this is not really a favorite of mine but it still tastes good. It was pan seared to achieve the perfectly crispy skin - but unfortunately it was a bit too bland for my liking.
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Seared Chicken in White Wine with Asparagus |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Seared Chicken in White Wine with Asparagus |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Seared Chicken in White Wine with Asparagus |
The second-to-the-last dish we were served is this delicate Seared Salmon - it is simply seasoned and, the salmon is pan fried until the exterior is super crispy while the interior remains buttery soft.
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Seared Salmon |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Seared Salmon |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Seared Salmon |
Lastly, we were served the awesomely cooked medium rare Angus Ribeye Steak with Truffle salt - simply seasoned but very sophisticated with steakhouse-style presentation. This is one of the best steaks I've tried here in the metro.
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Angus Ribeye Steak |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Angus Ribeye Steak |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Angus Ribeye Steak |
Of course, a perfect meal would not be complete without a perfect dessert.
Our first dessert was the Strawberry in Chantilly Cream with Truffle Chocolate Shavings - i'm such a fan of fruits and whipped cream; and for this dish I was really happy – because of the chocolate shavings that gives more flavor to the sweetness of the strawberries.
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Strawberry in Chantilly Cream with Truffle Chocolate Shavings |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Strawberry in Chantilly Cream with Truffle Chocolate Shavings |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Strawberry in Chantilly Cream with Truffle Chocolate Shavings |
Another favorite dish of mine is the warm Apple Crumble topped with Ice Cream - it's the bomb! The best warm dessert I ever had. An Apple Crumble is a dessert consisting of baked chopped apples, topped with a crisp strudel crust. Ingredients usually include cooked apples, butter, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and often oats and brown sugar, ginger, and/or nutmeg.
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Apple Crumble |
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| Mykie's Private Kitchen - Apple Crumble |
And our humble chefs for the night are the good friends - Chef Mykie Hao and Chef Topher Lopez.
Thank you very much for inviting us over and letting us try your scrumptious dishes! It was truly a great palate adventure. You exemplified passion and dedication in every dish you served us.
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Just so you know, the rate starts at P1,000 per head with a minimum of 4 persons. And prices may vary, depending on your choice of food you want to be served with. The good thing is most of their dishes are good for sharing, so you’ll definitely get your money’s worth.
Mykie’s Private Kitchen is a perfect place to dine with and bond with your special someone or friends. Go here if you want to have a pleasant dining experience.
For more information about Mykie's Private Kitchen, visit their official Facebook page -
You may also follow them on their instagram account
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