This food spot in Brewerytown serves up kapeng barako, Filipino delicacies
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Something new is brewing in Brewerytown, Philadelphia – Baby’s Kusina & Market, a haven of authentic Filipino delicacies, where you can also get kapeng barako.
Located at 2816 West Girard Avenue, Brewerytown, this all-day casual kitchen won’t just be a food spot but also a place that honors her Filipino roots, a cultural rendezvous and your new sari-sari store, all rolled into one.
The name celebrates her Filipino heritage and her mom, whose nickname is “Baby.”
Raquel Dang, who used to navigate the pharmaceutical world, has shifted to wearing a chef’s hat instead as she embarks on a culinary journey.
Seeing the significance of sharing her narratives, Dang expressed, “I think it’s just so important to tell our stories. And I think the best way to tell our story is through food.”
It all started in 2018 with a dream sparked by her supper club Tita Emmie’s.
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Their lineup of dishes? Very Pinoy
Baby’s Kusina promises a symphony of dishes that tell a story. From sinigang to pinakbet and longanisa breakfast sandwiches that will take you back to Lola’s breakfast feasts, each meal is a slice of Filipino life.
And if you’re up for some bread bliss, their brioche or ensaymada is a cloud of butter-and-cheese heaven — surely a party for your palates.
Additionally, the market section of this Pinoy spot will bring you back to the grocery aisles in the Philippines — with a treasure trove of Filipino goodies.
Offering Datu Puti condiments (yes, suka and toyo guaranteed!), and the Pinoy cult-classic favorite Lucky Me pancit canton, this Filipino market in Philly is your go-to for all things deliciously Filipino
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Coffee connoisseurs? They also have kapeng barako, the illustrious coffee of Batangas, a Southern province in the Philippines. Promising hyped energy with every sip, their coffee is curated in collaboration with Cache Roasters.
Vietnamese American Tam Dang, Raquel’s husband, adds a dash of Vietnamese vibes to the cultural concoction making this Filipino market in Philly a real fusion of culinary traditions.
At its core, Baby’s Kusina & Market is a story of legacy, love and passion for curating good food to bring people closer together.
