Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What makes a great taco? In this episode, Erwan Heussaff goes around Manila to visit some of the city’s most talked-about taco spots. From street-style staples to Michelin Selected concepts, let’s hang out and get to know the different takes on the iconic Mexican dish.
From no-frills, masa-forward tacos to bold fusion takes and fine dining reinterpretations, each stop brings a different perspective shaped by technique, culture, and experience. Stay with us until the end for the ultimate food trip experience!
Special thanks to:
Bruce Ricketts
Patrick Curitana
Miko Calo
Tots Ramirez
Charles Montanez
LOCATIONS:
La Chinesca
G/F, East Gallery Place, 28th St, Taguig
Los Tacos
Upper Ground Level, One Uptown Residences, 36th St, Taguig
Taqueria Franco
Salcedo Village, San Agustin St, Makati City
El Poco Cantina
945 Estrada St, Malate, Manila
Mamacita BGC
Forbestown Rd, Taguig
El Gato
2nd Floor, KFC, Makati Central Square, Amorsolo Street, Makati City
Erratum: The beauty shots for the Gobernador Taco and Berenjena Taco in Mamacita’s segment were mistakenly switched in the video. The labels remained correct, but the corresponding visuals were interchanged. Apologies to Mamacita and Chef Charles for the oversight.
Jump to:
(0:00) Intro
(0:35) La Chinesca
(4:20) Los Tacos
(8:30) Mamacita BGC
(12:30) El Poco Cantina
(17:00) Taqueria Franco
(20:30) El Gato, Outro
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We are looking for collaborators, content producers, brands, and anyone who has a story to tell. Email us at hello@thefatkidinside.com
The Fat Kid Inside Studios
Erwan Heussaff - Founder
Kashka Gaddi - Creative Director
Eamonn Quizon - Cinematographer
Edel Valera - Story Producer
Harold Singzon - Story Producer
Mary Lournette Baligod - Story Producer
Kleo Balares - Supervising Producer
Hans Rivera - Creative Director
Janelle Sy - Content Producer
Elyzza Ragodon - Associate Producer
Julius Rivera - Videographer
Lorraine Santos - Editor
Dana Blasé - Editor
Kim Arroyo - Editor
Evan Olfato - Editor
Whilhem Lorena - Multimedia Editor
RM Alfonso - Multimedia Editor
Martin Narisma - Food Editor
Ynna Gaita - Junior Food Editor
Kathryna de Bustos - Social Media and Content Manager
Chester Velasco - Studio Manager & Camera Operator
Kevin Amponin - Production Assistant
Dustin Dagamac - Colorist
Sofia Paderes - Graphic Artist & Illustrator
Joshua Gonzales - Graphic Designer
Dajed Binauhan - Multimedia Artist
Eros Deocariza - Multimedia Artist
Bianca Adriano - Accounts & Sales Coordinator
Roanne Salvacion - Administrative Accountant
Donalyn Aranda - Accounting Assistant
Jennylyn Quizon - Accounting Staff
Marvin Hernandez - Messenger
Janette Mellina - Office Maintenance Personnel
Sandy Mellina - Office Maintenance Personnel
Content Creators:
Seth Alonzo
Samuelle Bawasanta
Trisha Chua
Nica Soledad
Interns:
Fionna Virgo
Andrea Bernardo
Social Media:
instagram.com/featrmedia
tiktok.com/@featrmedia
facebook.com/featrmedia
https://x.com/featrmedia
threads.com/@featrmedia
Follow Erwan:
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What makes a great taco? In this episode, Erwan Heussaff goes around Manila to visit some of the city’s most talked-about taco spots. From street-style staples to Michelin Selected concepts, let’s hang out and get to know the different takes on the iconic Mexican dish.
From no-frills, masa-forward tacos to bold fusion takes and fine dining reinterpretations, each stop brings a different perspective shaped by technique, culture, and experience. Stay with us until the end for the ultimate food trip experience!
Special thanks to:
Bruce Ricketts
Patrick Curitana
Miko Calo
Tots Ramirez
Charles Montanez
LOCATIONS:
La Chinesca
G/F, East Gallery Place, 28th St, Taguig
Los Tacos
Upper Ground Level, One Uptown Residences, 36th St, Taguig
Taqueria Franco
Salcedo Village, San Agustin St, Makati City
El Poco Cantina
945 Estrada St, Malate, Manila
Mamacita BGC
Forbestown Rd, Taguig
El Gato
2nd Floor, KFC, Makati Central Square, Amorsolo Street, Makati City
Erratum: The beauty shots for the Gobernador Taco and Berenjena Taco in Mamacita’s segment were mistakenly switched in the video. The labels remained correct, but the corresponding visuals were interchanged. Apologies to Mamacita and Chef Charles for the oversight.
Jump to:
(0:00) Intro
(0:35) La Chinesca
(4:20) Los Tacos
(8:30) Mamacita BGC
(12:30) El Poco Cantina
(17:00) Taqueria Franco
(20:30) El Gato, Outro
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We are looking for collaborators, content producers, brands, and anyone who has a story to tell. Email us at hello@thefatkidinside.com
The Fat Kid Inside Studios
Erwan Heussaff - Founder
Kashka Gaddi - Creative Director
Eamonn Quizon - Cinematographer
Edel Valera - Story Producer
Harold Singzon - Story Producer
Mary Lournette Baligod - Story Producer
Kleo Balares - Supervising Producer
Hans Rivera - Creative Director
Janelle Sy - Content Producer
Elyzza Ragodon - Associate Producer
Julius Rivera - Videographer
Lorraine Santos - Editor
Dana Blasé - Editor
Kim Arroyo - Editor
Evan Olfato - Editor
Whilhem Lorena - Multimedia Editor
RM Alfonso - Multimedia Editor
Martin Narisma - Food Editor
Ynna Gaita - Junior Food Editor
Kathryna de Bustos - Social Media and Content Manager
Chester Velasco - Studio Manager & Camera Operator
Kevin Amponin - Production Assistant
Dustin Dagamac - Colorist
Sofia Paderes - Graphic Artist & Illustrator
Joshua Gonzales - Graphic Designer
Dajed Binauhan - Multimedia Artist
Eros Deocariza - Multimedia Artist
Bianca Adriano - Accounts & Sales Coordinator
Roanne Salvacion - Administrative Accountant
Donalyn Aranda - Accounting Assistant
Jennylyn Quizon - Accounting Staff
Marvin Hernandez - Messenger
Janette Mellina - Office Maintenance Personnel
Sandy Mellina - Office Maintenance Personnel
Content Creators:
Seth Alonzo
Samuelle Bawasanta
Trisha Chua
Nica Soledad
Interns:
Fionna Virgo
Andrea Bernardo
Social Media:
instagram.com/featrmedia
tiktok.com/@featrmedia
facebook.com/featrmedia
https://x.com/featrmedia
threads.com/@featrmedia
Follow Erwan:
instagram.com/erwan
threads.com/@erwan
