Secret Menu: Melc Patisserie's New Cheesecakes Are Extra Dreamy Thanks to Matcha + Calamansi
Act fast. These sweet treats won't be around forever.
(SPOT.ph) Since opening in 2023, Melc Patisserie, a dessert spot owned by Singapore Masterchef alum Chef Melissa Lim, has been a go-to spot for Makati-dwellers looking for a sweet treat. From its croissants to its cakes, Chef Lim's take on French-baked treats as the "world's cheapest form of luxury" has us salivating and wanting more—so much so that Melc Patisserie made it to our 2023 list of 50 Great Restaurants.
For a limited time this month, as part of the SPOT.ph x Esquire Secret Menu, the patisserie is offering two new cheesecakes that balance the sweet and creamy crowd-favorite dessert with bold, complex flavors.
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Sweet-toothed folks in Makati have something new to dig into this month. Melc Patisserie just released two new cakes, and we have to say that these might be their best ones yet. For the SPOT.ph x Esquire Secret Menu, they're offering the new Burnt Matcha Cheesecake (P300/slice) and a twist on their Signature Cheesecake, this time with Calamansi Curd and Italian Meringue (P300/slice).
The Burnt Matcha Cheesecake is for matcha lovers who appreciate a proper—and decadent—matcha dessert. The deep-green ceremonial Yuri matcha is blended into silky cream cheese, giving it a rich, earthy backbone that stands up to the caramelized, golden brown top.
It’s got that signature Basque-style character—delicately "burnt" on the outside, moist and custardy in the center. The balance is impressive: sweet and salty, yet still unmistakably matcha-forward. (Even our resident matcha snob gave it a nod of approval!) If you’re into matcha but don’t want something overwhelmingly bitter, or are a cheesecake fiend who doesn't like an excessively sweet or cloyingly creamy cake, this one hits the spot.
On the other hand, If you love the tangy punch of a key lime pie but want it in cheesecake form, then the Signature Cheesecake with Calamansi Curd and Italian Meringue is for you.
A buttery shortbread crust holds layers of creamy Fromage Blanc cheesecake, bright and zesty calamansi curd, and a cloud of Italian meringue. To the untrained eye (and palate), the topping might resemble a passionfruit coulis—but make no mistake, that's actually our local citrus, calamansi.
The citrusy tartness is bold but never overwhelming, and the meringue is just the right amount to mellow it out. Despite its generous size, you’ll find yourself going back for bite after bite without hitting that usual too-much-cheesecake wall. It's a refreshing twist on a classic, and absolutely worth trying while it lasts.
By default, these "simple luxuries," as Chef Lim puts it, are available per slice at just P300 each. However, you can also order them whole and unsliced—trust us, you'll consider this after just one bite. For whole cake orders, message Melc Patisserie on Facebook or Instagram at least a day before your pick-up date so they can save you a cake or two.
The Burnt Matcha Cheesecake and the Calamansi Curd and the Signature Cheesecake with Calamansi Curd and Italian Meringue are part of the SPOT.ph x Esquire Secret Menu, a month-long partnership that lets you try exclusive items from top restaurants in the city using your UnionBank credit card. Just let the servers know your order and charge the total purchase amount to your UnionBank credit card. Note that restaurant representatives might ask for proof of identification. Only one credit card can be used per transaction, and the promo cannot be combined with upgrade certificates, other promotions, packages, and privilege/VIP cards. These are available for dine-in and takeout; no minimum spend is required.
You only have until April 29 to try this and other Secret Menu items from participating establishments. Don’t forget to tag us on socials (@spotph), and use the hashtags #SpotTheSecretMenu #EsquireSecretMenu #UnionbankSecretMenu when you post!
Read more about the SPOT.ph x Esquire Secret Menu. Melc Patisserie is at Tower 2, Ayala Triangle Gardens, Makati City. For inquiries and reservations, contact 0927-187-9913. For more information, check out Melc Patisserie's Facebook page.
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