Yesterday, we came across Red Spatula in Lucky Chinatown Mall, BinondoΒ at the Weekend Gourmet Market after going grocery shopping at Metro Supermarket. The staff offered free tastingΒ inΒ a very friendly manner, and their sweet specialties on the table looked so good that it was hard to refuse. My mom and I took a small portion of their butter mamon (chiffon cake), liked it and so we quickly decided to take home a box of Red Spatula chiffon cakes in all six flavors: Mocha, Butter, Cheese, Rocky Road, Dulce de Leche, and Peanut Butter. π Yum yum!
As told by the staff, Red Spatula started only last August 1, 2014. Right now, stalls are exhibitedΒ only in Lucky Chinatown Mall and in Eastwood Mall every weekends from Friday to Sunday. What’s interesting is that Red Spatula is owned by the Mercado family, the same [previous] owner of Red Ribbon Bakeshop (acquiredΒ by fastfood giant Jollibee Food Corporation in 2005). This explains why the Filipno mini cakes taste almost the same. The onlyΒ primeΒ difference is that Red Spatula’s current version is not tooΒ airy and light but more “siksik” and fluffy.
At PhP 25, each piece of Red Spatula’s chiffon cake is hand-made and freshly baked every day and is “Rated “M” for mmmmm.” What’s not to love? I liked that the chiffon cakes are made buttery and not too sweet (probably less sugary than the one in Red Ribbon). However, they lack the moist crumb to stand up to what I expected. Also, if you’d allow me to pour creativity in, I’ll suggest adding aΒ dollop of whipped cream and a smear of cherry or blueberry preserves on your own toΒ add a spark of texture and more flavor. π I’m salivating at the idea!
Every variant of Red Spatula mamonsΒ isΒ that kind of smile-worthy miniΒ chiffon cakeΒ that will keep you lapping up biteΒ after biteΒ until it’s gone.
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Those treats are adorable. They look so yummy.
Sometimes, you donβt want an entire slice of cake as it feels too heavy. Mini cakes like these provide the perfect mid-day nibble. π
WOW, These look amazing!!! I want something sweet to eat now. Haha. Mocha would most likely to be my favorite!! Thank you so much for sharing!
You’re welcome. π These look and taste good. We know that cupcakes took the world by storm (well, almost) last year, but not everyone liked them. Some people prefer chiffon cakes which are less sweet. These mamons are the same cute, one-serving appeal as cupcakes.
Wow! They look yummy! And I like that rocky road design, too! Hopefully they’d have more branches so I could try them.
Yup, I think that will happen soon. π
Hope that someday Red Spatula could spread its wings nationwide. The management must be quick in doing business to capture as early as possible the Philippine market.
That should be the job of its marketing function. In any case, the food speaks for itself and is good enough to attract crowds. The staff also shared to us that they don’t need to force people to buy and the chiffon cakes get sold out every day in the weekend.
I agree with your idea to put some whipped creams or anything on top. π it will look more yummy!!!
Haha yeah, thanks for the agreement. One might even wrong it with a cupcake but more on the quick bread side. Whatever you decide to call it, I can confirm it will be more delicious.
Thank you for sharing. The Rocky Road looks delicious. And I think I’d want to try the cheese flavor too. YUM
Every variant is a must-try. π
Those look really good! I love the packaging too.
The packaging is pretty simple. It’s quite noticeable that the red ribbon still remains.
Oh those snacks look really good! I love pastries like that!
Me too. They’re awesome mini cakes. π
Those look incredible! Fun packaging as well!
Yup. If you are serious about mini chiffon cakes, it should be clear to you that Red Spatula is as well. Having different flavors and designs is an inventive take on traditional mamon.
I’m not the biggest fan of chiffon cake (i love cupcakes though) they always seems to get stuck on my throat somehow hehe but these looks quite good!
Haha help yourself with a refreshing drink to wash it down. π
I’ve never heard of chiffon cakes before, but these look delicious! I would love to try the peanut butter flavor.
Trust me, the peanut butter flavor is really good!
these are beautiful!
Indeed, they are. For now though they don’t have some exciting deal to discount the price of individual mamon when you buy a box of six or a dozen of them. Each one still costs PhP 25.
The one in the middle I bet would be my favorite. Red Spatula really sounds familiar to me. I feel like I saw them when I was in the Philippines.
Really? Wow. That’s a good timing. I know of Red Spatula in another country also selling pastries and stuff like this but I don’t think it’s any related to this Red Spatula featured here at all.
Those are bite-sized bits of wondrousness! They’re super pretty in design too. I’m a little jealous!
Part of the allure is the good design differentiating one variant from another. Jealous? Don’t be – come here in Manila and go grab a box of these. π
Ugh! Too hard to resist! I want to try all of the cakes they have! But which one tastes better among the bunch? π
That’s one tough question to answer. If I were to pick only one, I’d go for the Dulce de Leche. π I’m a fan of milky taste.
Reading/Seeing this post DID NOT help my diet LOL!
Haha I bet. Oh just mind the calories later!
Those look so delicious! And the packaging is just too perfect. I’d go back there for sure π
If you love chiffon cakes, these are definitely something worth trying.
Oh I would like to try a bite-sized chiffon cake. They’re cute and I can only imagine delicious too!
Right, cute is a nice word to describe it. Most chiffon cakes don’t win in the looks department. In the same way, Red Spatula’s mamon has a flat top and flat bottom classic look but it tastes so heavenly. The simple design on top makes up for a plus point.
Very interesting. In fact, interesting enough that when I go to Lucky Chinatown, I’d most likely look for this. π Thanks for the heads up.
You’re welcome! Kindly be reminded to catch them in the weekends. π We’ll go there this week for another box.
mini cakes! I am so jealous and in right now, lucky dove!
These are also good as gifts and they are so presentable in a box. π
Mmmmm they look so amazing, why can’t they be near me?! lol π
Don’t worry. Red Spatula has just started. In a few years, I’m positive that expansion would be widespread. π
OH my!!!!! Do they have sugar free versions? hehehehe wishful thinking!!!!! hehehehe Drool!!!!
Haha none as of now. I don’t know if you can request that. But hey, that’s a great idea – for them to create sugar-free versions to cater to those diabetics and health-conscious folks (like us) *chuckles* π
Yummy and so tempting. I like their packaging.
Yes! Eating this kind of cake always makes me happy. π
Those look amazing. I’d love to go there. Just eat those little cakes and soak up the atmosphere.
Sounds like a good plan π The place is not too crowded so it’s okay to go on a weekend. Bring your family!
Oh wow! Cakes, my water loo! I would love to try all the flavor. But it’s too far from my place π
Aww. How about Eastwood Mall? If not, then you can just wait until they open up at a location closer to you. π
This is interesting history that relates Red Spatula to Red Ribbon. The price sounds reasonable for a trial tasting.
Each piece costs a slightly higher price than Red Ribbon’s mamon (PhP 20). Paying additional PhP 5 is okay though for new things to try.
They look so delish. I like the presentation.
I’ll try to take more pics of them when we get the second box this Sunday maybe and then post them on FB/IG. π
Aren’t these the cutest little cakes! I think you also have the right idea to add a little to the top. Finishes them off nicely!
That will be the next big thing, right?? Haha. π
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I love the packaging. What a beautiful dessert.
Eat some to make stress go away! π
I have no idea what “siksik” means but those cakes look like tasty little treats! I just hope the price is right!
LOL. Sorry about that. Siksik is like full, compact and not airy. π
I’ve never seen cakes this like before! They look delicious!
There is nothing more relaxing than sitting in a cozy chair with mug of hot coffee or chocolate drink and a delicious yet mini chiffon cake to go alongside. π
Oh my gosh, rocky road?! I want one like 5 seconds ago! Seriously, those look so good.
Pair the rocky road cake with rocky road flavored ice cream and you’d feel like you’re in heaven on earth, for a moment. π
The rocky road looks amazing. I cant even believe these exist YUMMY
These mini cakes are a scrumptious treat that works to satisfy you anytime! π
I love the way these look and are packaged. The rocky road looks delicious
The rocky road variant will surely impress your dinner party guests. It’s good to bring home a box of these goodies. π
That is so awesome they are made everyday! They look so tasty.
The fancy design on top makes the cakes look extra pleasing. π
Looks so yummy. Hmmm.. next time I’ll be in that area I’ll probably try this. It’s affordable, too!
Yup, you should! I’m sure Red Spatula will boom once word about it spreads to many people especially those who are fond of eating mamon. π
Those look so cute an delicious! Yum!
Perfect for dessert π
It’s packaged nicely and is really affordable. It can be a perfect gift for friends and family.
I’m thinking of these not only as a gift for friends and family but also as a snack presentable to a corporate meeting.
I agree this can really be perfect corporate gifts and giveaways.
Yeah that’s why I think they should have a discount option for bulk orders. π
The products looks yummy and excellent for franchise nationwide. Hope they would increase their product lines for different sectors in the Philippine market.
There’s no word for now if they are open for franchising.
this seems really delicious. I think I had a few of these way back though never tried from that place yet.
Way back when? This is just new, so you had probably tried and grabbed one or more during their first to third week.
Those cakes look so yummy and fun. Thanks for sharing your review.
You’re welcome. You will appreciate these mini cakes more when you get to try ’em. π
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It all looks so delicious! I want to try ALL of them!
Don’t forget to also share some with your family! π
Wow, they do look yummy. I want to try the mocha and cheese flavor.
Then make sure to visit either their booth in Eastwood Mall or Lucky Chinatown Mall in the weekend. π
Looks yummy! The affordable price is a plus. Will be sure to check this out when I go to Binondo π
This should be another reason to go to Binondo-aside from food tripping in Chinatown and shopping at 168 Mall. π
I love chiffon cakes… and Red Spatula chiffon cake looks delicious and tempting
Yup. I’ll be posting more pictures of it soon. π
Hello!how much is your assorted mamon box of 6?