Relish on the garden’s bounty

As we retreat to our homes yet again because of the reinstated COVID-19 restrictions, memories of past visits to paradise destinations unavoidably cross our minds. If we had it our way, we’d be spending our days and nights in those beautiful sceneries. But, alas, wishful thinking isn’t helpful.

Good thing we aren’t left empty-handed. As we cocoon ourselves at home, some go-to places now allow us to enjoy bits of the experiences that made us fall in love with them. Take Sonya’s Garden, the beloved destination blooming year-round just outside Tagaytay City. While visiting is temporarily impossible for most of us, its pantry has been busy packaging its hit and healthful flavors to reach patrons and food lovers everywhere.

If you want to whip up an exciting but uncomplicated meal or snack, you can conveniently order Sonya’s Fabulous Fast Foods. From home, you can experience the magic of Sonya’s Garden through sauces made with its quality ingredients, freshly prepared and thoughtfully bottled.

Try the Callos in Olive Oil for lunch. All that’s left to do is open the jar and warm the contents over a skillet on low fire. Go the greener route with Sonya’s Super Secret Salad Dressing drizzled over your fresh veggies. Add wasabi, truffle oil or chili flakes for a richer flavor.

Some items work for multiple recipes. Prepare a great Paella Negra with slices of boiled chicken, prawns, bell peppers and a bottle of the Chipirones en su Tinta. You can also use it on pasta, better with grated cheese, arugula, and chili or truffle oil.

The uber versatile Tomato Sauce and Puttanesca Sauce, both in olive oil, can be poured over pasta, used on pizza, mixed into scrambled egg or slathered on French bread. Basil Pesto in Olive Oil provides a tasty, garlicky and nutty base for your classic pasta or lasagna. You can also mix it with butter, cream cheese, tomato sauce and parmesan for a new layer of flavor on your cream cheese.

Other selections provide great substitutes for your usual flavorings. Put Anchovies in Olive Oil in your salad dressing, pasta sauce or toast to substitute salt. If you want a more tropical note, get the Alamang in Olive Oil and Grated Coconut. Sonya’s Garden has Chili Garlic Paste in Olive Oil for a guilt-free kick for your dish.

Each bottle making it to your kitchen contains products obtained sustainably. The upland tourist hotspot does not rely only on a relaxing ambiance to attract guests. It also became popular for food made with ingredients grown onsite through natural farming methods.

Let a bottle of Sonya’s Fabulous Fast Foods pleasantly recreate your experiences during your last visit to the garden. You can also send it to a loved one as a standing invitation to drive to Sonya’s Garden when the limitations ease up.

From home, you may order the bottled sauces and delicacies, as well as bread, plants and other products at Sonya’s Garden. Place a direct order on its Facebook page or get in touch with a distributor in Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna and even Batangas. Residents of the capital may also order items at Vynamart on Lazada and FoodPanda.