GREAT FIND: A leveled-up #Pastil experience awaits you at The Uptown Place at Purok Malakas where Mama El's Pastil Atbp. has opened shop right smack at the entrance. They’re basically an Al Fresco diner so be ready to rock and roll! Owners Mark and Ella were around that night so I was able to gather some tidbits: 1) #MaMaEl is not one person. Actually #MaMaEl are owners Mark, Macoy and Ella! Three individuals who got together because of their love for food! 2) Their idea to provide a memorable #Pastil experience was a result of a number of brainstorming meetings that sometimes ended with hot tempers. But again, their love for food always prevailed! 3) They will remain to true the origins of #Pastil — no pork sidings will ever be served. #MuslimChow 4) Adding #Ngohiong was a stroke of genius! This Cebu staple food is a perfect match to their #Pastil bento box! I must say that they got their variant so like Cebu’s! Sa Sobrang Sarap ambilis maubos so come early or order for delivery! 5) Their #Pastil quesadillas though tasteful needed to be improved as I find it too oily. A little tweak can perhaps make the difference. 6) The biggest takeaway is that they now sell #Pastil in a jar! How’s that for leveling up! #EatsTerrific ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 💫 (at The Uptown Place) https://www.instagram.com/p/CW-W6YYgG6b/?utm_medium=tumblr