"We basically want our guests to feel like they are in their "happy place" so, expect a homey ambiance and great food that would really define comfort...we want our customers to be assured of the best possible service that would meet and hopefully exceed their expectations," says Bianca, daughter of
Sage's owner Arlene Sy.
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| Bianca, Sage owner's daughter, highly recommends "Shrimp in Pesto." Everyone can also try Sage's best-seller: Creamy Bulalo Steak and Spareribs and "mexi-delights." |
I think I'm fortunate enough because I've got the privilege to interview
Sage, the newest cafe here in Baguio located at 95 Military Cut-off Road. Fact is, I'm glad that Bianca took time to answer my questions and she responded the soonest time she can. And guess what? My friends/workmates and I are going there for "a food hunt" on May 30th and I can no longer contain my excitement. I'm pretty sure Sage can offer us comfort and, of course, "mouth-watering" food. In my case, I want try their Creamy Bulalo Steak and Shrimp in Pesto and Shepherd's Pie. Whew! Don't you think it's a lot?
Anyway, here's my interview with Sage:
1. Why did you come up with Sage? Does it have significant value to the cafe's owner? Who owns/manages Sage (optional.)- The cafe is owned by Mrs. Arlene Sy. We wanted to find the perfect color to match the ambiance we ought to achieve. When we saw the color 'sage' in the paint chart, we immediately felt it was the perfect name for our cafe since it will be associated with the 'sage' herb.
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| Sage's "soft opening" was May 8th. |
2. What is your best-seller? What will we expect from Sage?- Since our opening, we noticed that our Creamy Bulalo Steak and Spareribs have been the crowd favorite.. But just recently, our Mexi-delights are becoming popular too.. well, we basically want our guests to feel like they are in their "happy place". so, expect a homey ambiance and great food that would really define COMFORT...
3. What makes Sage different/unique from other Cafes in the City of Pines? - We are different because we strive to provide delicious meals that would suit the most discriminate palate. Also because of this, guests would feel more at-home since the food prepared is more of home-cooked rather than commercialized. In addition, some of our dishes are unfamiliar to the Baguio crowd like our Chicken Chimichanggas.
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| Onion Rings Tower. Cool isn't it? |
4. What can you say about Sage's location/ambiance? What inspired you for your interior design?- The cafe's location is perfect because it is close to the city yet the environment is relaxed. though we have limited parking slots, our location is very accessible to both private and public transport. our ambiance screams out comfort, relaxation, and serenity. our interiors are based on the simplicity and coziness of a home
5. What food are you going to highly recommend to your customers? - We recommend our Creamy Bulalo steak, our Shrimp in Pesto, our Shepherd's Pie, and our BBQ spareribs.
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| Sage's own version of "sisig shots." |
6. Almost everyone loves to be connected to the internet while dining, etc. Are you a wifi free zone? - Yes, we provide free wifi.
7. Any message you want to tell your customers and soon-to-be customers? - We want our customers to be assured of the best possible service that would meet and hopefully exceed their expectations
Sage Baguio is located at #95 Military Cut-off Road, Baguio City near Small World School! They are open Mondays through Sundays from 10:00am to 9:00pm. Visit Sage Baguio and experience comfort while enjoying great food! For more details about Sage Baguio, visit and like their
Facebook Fanpage.
Note: Photos in this post are owned by Sage.
