JC Terry Multi-Awarded Spanish Chef

02/02/2026

31/01/2026

I wish a very pleasant and colorful weekend to all my dear SABORES friends

21/01/2026

Dear friends and Sabores Followers. Here a short note regarding your questions about the origin of the Dinagyang Festival.
The Dinagyang Festival originated in Iloilo City, Philippines, and its roots go back to 1968.
Origin and History
In 1968, Iloilo celebrated the arrival of a replica of the Santo Niño (Holy Child Jesus), which was given by the Augustinian friars from Cebu.
The event was inspired by Ati-Atihan Festival of Kalibo, Aklan, which also honors the Santo Niño.
Over time, Iloilo developed its own distinct celebration, emphasizing highly choreographed dance performances, dramatic storytelling, and powerful drumbeats.
In 1977, the festival was officially named “Dinagyang,” a Hiligaynon word meaning “merrymaking” or “festivity.”

21/01/2026

Y yo me pregunto: tras el nuevo desastre en Barcelona, quién ES EL VALIENTEN quebse atreve a subirse a un TREN RENFE ??????

23/12/2025

Dear Friends,

As you may know, we held a wonderful Tapas Event last December 17, 2025. I was pleased to serve nearly 40 participants who truly enjoyed the outstanding work of our kitchen team. Most of the tapas prepared for the event can now be seen in my post.

All tapas were inspired by Spanish regional cuisine, particularly from Castilla y León, and were specially created for this occasion. According to our guests, the experience was truly memorable. They were especially impressed by the crunchy white asparagus and the Cochifrito de Segovia served over a hearty bean stew.

For dessert, in the spirit of the Christmas season, I created a Spanish Turrón de Jijona cream, topped with a praline made from Turrón de Alicante.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of you a very pleasant Christmas filled with family and friends, and a healthy, prosperous, and successful 2026.

17/12/2025

These Spanish white asparagus from Navarra will be turned into that "Tempura" whose proper craft the Jesuit priests taught to the Japanese. Our “ Spanish Pavía” became "Tempora" (Lent in Latin, food for Lent).
I will serve them over a delicate leek stew.

Art and culture at the table .
El Rincón de Los sabores.

17/12/2025

I am now preparing the dessert for our TAPAS-NIGHT: Poleá de Turrón de Jijona al Praliné de "Turrón dr Alicante"

16/12/2025

Dear friends and followers,
With great pleasure and excitement, I look forward to seeing you tomorrow as we enjoy the Last Tapas Tasting 2025.
I am currently in the kitchen, inspired and fully immersed in creating new tapas—carefully crafted for those who love discovering new flavors and textures that awaken memories of unforgettable moments and places from our beloved Spain.
I have just shared some images from our most recent session, during which we had the great honor of being joined by His Excellency, the Ambassador of Spain to the Philippines, Mr. Miguel Utray.
And for any “late-deciding” friends still considering joining us, wonderful news: at our “RINCÓN”, we still have five places available to savor the authentic and vibrant flavors of Spain.
To all of you I am wishing you the very best moments to be shared with your families and friends during the Christmas Season, that is now around the corner
Very Sincerely, JC Terry