A double win for Thai cuisine! In a testament to culinary excellence, Mango Tree has been awarded two prestigious Thai SELECT awards, a mark of recognition granted by the Ministry of Commerce of the Royal Thai Government and the Department of International Trade Promotion. This seal of approval is awarded to both local and international Thai restaurants that uphold and champion the authenticity of Thai gastronomy.
Mango Tree’s Mango Sticky Rice
The award ceremonies took place during celebratory luncheons at Mango Tree (Bonifacio Global City) on February 3, 2025, and at Mango Tree (City of Dreams) on February 4, 2025. Mango Tree owners Eric and Emelda Teng were presented with the awards by honored guests of the Royal Thai Embassy, including Rangsant Srimongkorn (Deputy Chief of Mission) and Yupawan Premchit Taniguchi (Counsellor, Economics), and from the Thai Trade Center, Sutinee Vathana (Thai Trade Center Director) and Kanthima Kanjanadecha (Assistant Director). Marc Buencamino and Val Ignacio (Fort Bonifacio Development Corporation), Charisse Chuidian, Tes Parado, Jenny Santillan, and Steve Sasso (City of Dreams) were also present to show their support.
From left to right: Rangsant Srimongkorn (Deputy Chief of Mission, Royal Thai Embassy), Sutinee Vathana (Thai Trade Center Director), and Mango Tree (Philippines) owners Emelda Teng and Eric Teng.
A selection of classic and signature Thai dishes was served by the pioneering culinary team under Thai Chef Banchong Singthis, demonstrating the authentic flavors that define the Mango Tree experience. These dishes include Khao Tung Nam Prik Noom (Rice Crackers with Roasted Tomato and Eggplant Chili Dips), Sakoo Sai Moo (Thai Pork and Tapioca Dumplings), Som Tam Thai (Papaya Salad), Pu Pad Pong Karee (Stir-fried Crab in Yellow Curry Sauce), Khao Niew Mamuang (Mango Sticky Rice), and Khanom Tom (Thai Mochi) among others.
Sakoo Sai Moo and Khanom Tom
“We are incredibly grateful to receive the Thai Select award, which is a true honor for Mango Tree. We are passionate about sharing the different regions of Thailand through our food and we look forward to providing our guests with an exceptional dining experience that reflects the heart of Thailand.” – Eric Teng, owner of Mango Tree Philippines.
From left to right: Yupawan Premchit Taniguchi (Economics Counsellor, Royal Thai Embassy), Kanthima Kanjanadecha (Assistant Director, Thai Trade Center), Rangsant Srimongkorn (Deputy Chief of Mission, Royal Thai Embassy), Sutinee Vathana (Thai Trade Center Director), Mango Tree Philippines owners Emelda Teng, Eric Teng, Mia Teng, Grant Teng.
Mango Tree is a global Thai restaurant chain that started in Bangkok in 1994. Its success led to over 40 stores operating internationally including Thailand, the UK, Japan, Vietnam, Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, and the Philippines. The first Mango Tree store in the Philippines opened in 2010. Today, there are 11 stores nationwide.
Mango Tree and Mango Tree Cafe stores are open nationwide to satisfy your Thai cravings. Mango Tree flagship stores are located on 7th Ave, BGC High Street Central (Taguig City), UG/L City of Dreams Manila (Parañaque City), and 2/F Grand Wing, Newport Mall (Pasay City). For a casual dining experience, Mango Tree Cafe stores are located in Trinoma, Greenbelt 3, Ayala Manila Bay, SM Baguio, Greenhills Mall, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, and Gateway Mall 2.
