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Exploring the food scene in New York City: A look at Tradisyon, a Filipino restaurant

New York City's restaurant scene faced unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic, but Chef Anton Dayrit boldly decided to open Tradisyon amidst the chaos. Here's what Chef Dayrit reveals about the struggle and success of launching Tradisyon during those trying times.

Chef Anton Dayrit discloses the obstacles faced in launching Tradisyon amidst New York City's...
Chef Anton Dayrit discloses the obstacles faced in launching Tradisyon amidst New York City's Covid-19 ravaged landscape

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Exploring the food scene in New York City: A look at Tradisyon, a Filipino restaurant

"Bam! Fortune struck," beamed chef Anton Dayrit when quizzed on how he and his partners managed to launch New York City's latest Filipino culinary haven right smack in the heart of a worldwide pandemic.

Call it destiny, kismet, or plain ol' fluke, but as the ancient Roman philosopher Seneca once Wisecracked, "Luck is where opportunity meets preparedness," and there's no question that seasoned chef Dayrit had more than a decade's worth of prep time in his back pocket.

After ditching Manila's shores for the Big Apple, Dayrit honed his craft in some of Manhattan's swankiest kitchens - from Jean-Georges, with its Central Park panorama, to the gritty charm of Mission Chinese, a fave of the late Anthony Bourdain. He then turned tongs himself by launching Mighty Bowls and The Hive, with the goal of infusing the city with the rich flavors of his homeland.

Then came March 2020, when Dayrit and partners Bianca Vicente and Joey Chanco dared to open Tradisyon amidst the coronavirus pandemic chaos.

This episode features a Q&A with Tradisyon's chef and co-founder Anton Dayrit, where we delve into the trials and tribulations of running a Filipino eatery smack-dab in the middle of pandemic-ravaged New York.

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(Enrichment Insights)

  • Tradisyon has been acclaimed for its commitment to maintaining the exquisite quality of its dishes amidst the challenging circumstances brought about by the pandemic.
  • The restaurant participated in showcasing Filipino artistry through a series of events featuring traditional dishes.
  • Consulting interviews or articles featuring Chef Anton Dayrit's personal account of opening Tradisyon during the pandemic would offer a more detailed narrative of the experience.
  1. In the midst of the pandemic, Chef Anton Dayrit, an entrepreneur in finance, successfully launched Tradisyon, a small business specializing in global cuisines, particularly Filipino food-and-drink, capturing the lifestyle and rich flavors of his homeland.
  2. Anton Dayrit, co-founder of Tradisyon, was prepared for success having honed his culinary skills in some of Manhattan's finest kitchens, partaking in the diversity of food-and-drink, and infusing the city with the flavors of his heritage via previous businesses like Mighty Bowls and The Hive.
  3. As they navigated the challenges of pandemic-ravaged New York, Dayrit, Bianca Vicente, and Joey Chanco dared to introduce Tradisyon, a Filipino eatery showcasing traditional dishes and maintaining the exquisite quality of their offerings, offering a unique dining experience that highlights entrepreneurship and small-business resilience.
  4. As the pandemic continues to impact businesses worldwide, it's inspiring to see initiatives like Tradisyon, where lifestyle choices, such as enjoying fine food-and-drink and supporting small business, can offer a glimmer of hope, while also celebrating the global artistry of Filipino entrepreneurship and culinary heritage.

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