Running away from restaurants that offers fatty, unhealthy foods, but is totally delicious is something hard for me to do, especially if I don’t have any other choices. And with my busy schedule, I tend to make the cravings gone by hitting a very accessible fast food chain. I know lot of you can relate to that.
But what if you’ve been given a go-to-place where you can enjoy dining with healthy organic food without compromising the taste? Will you consider it?
If your answer was a big Yes! Then continue reading.
Check out the newly opened restaurant called Runner’s Kitchen, located at the busy street of Tomas Morato in Quezon City. Runners Kitchen opened its doors early this year (2015) not just to accommodate runners, but all health buffs/ individual who are looking for a guilt free meal, organic and yet satisfactory delicious.
With Glaiza de Castro
We got a chance to meet three of the owners of the restaurant (They were 10 who owns the place), the famous fashion photographer Xander Angeles, singer/actress Glaiza de Castro and Kon who is more hands-on with the business from them all. I was actually star-struck and was not expecting to meet them there, (I am a bit pressured now taking photos specially if Xander is around). They were very accommodating and it was a privileged to meet them all.
With Matt Henares, Chad Ramos, Azrael, Athena, Xander Angeles, Glaiza de Castro, Rodel Flordeliz, Florencio, John and Kon.
Xander expresses that originally the concept was to create a food truck but because of the permits and the other difficulty in putting it up they decided to make it to a full restaurant rather.
Simple, Artsy Interiors at Runner’s Kitchen
Runner’s Kitchen got a simple, straightforward yet detailed interiors. They play along with wood, metal and a lots of desk lamps. I just love how they creatively positioned the desk lamp at the counter.
And off course, the old silver flashlight converted into a hanging light is never to be missed! It always gets to be an attraction.
Xander’s hanging bike is also exceptionally a nice highlight piece inside the restaurant.
I could say, this photo actually depicts already the over-all concept of the store, healthy (bike) + Plants (Organic) + Runners (Owners) = Runner’s Kitchen.
Mornings at #RunnersKitchenPH.☀️ Enjoy your day!
Organic and Deliciously Crafted Food at Runner’s Kitchen
Healthy food has always been associated with blunt and boring dishes. But as to what Runners Kitchen upholds, having a delicious hearty meal doesn’t need to be a sacrifice at all. 
We got a chance to meet the young and handsome (ex-candy cutie) Chef Matt Henares (He was related to the Henares’ clan who owns UNTV, where I’m currently working right). He took up culinary at SouthVille (Heres my story on my visit to exclusive Southville visit). And he’s responsible for creating some great stuff here at Runners Kitchen. 
Matt says being associated with this restaurant became a challenge to him. Back in his school years, Matt is bagging different awards in different competition by creating (overly) delicious meal without being too conscious about the ingredients he is using. Being part of the tram makes him change the way he eats. It became a challenge for Matt to create not just delicious menu but also organic and healthy. 
Here are some of Chef Matt’s creation. 
Artichokes and tea smoke Quesong Puti on Whole Wheat Crostini with Side Salad 
Eggplant Caviar on Whole Wheat Crustini with Side Salad 
Spicy Tuna Quinoa Roll 
Healthy Whole Wheat Nachos 
Wild Boar Pasta I super love the Healthy Whole Wheat Nachos, it got much toppings compared to its Nachos. Like I can finish the whole plate. The spicy Tuna Quinoa Roll got enough kick to satisfy my tuna craving. And the Wild Boar pasta is just exceptional with chewy wild boar bits. Bring around Php 330-500 if ever you would want to dine in here at Runner’s Kitchen.
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Today was an awesome day from mornin till evening (will make kwento on my blog so dont forget to visit www.nognogintecity.com). Ending it up with a dinner at a new restaurant called @RunnersKitchenPH. Thanks @xanderangeles for accomodating us! It was so nice to meet you idol! Delicious line up Chef @MattHenares! And fanmode moment with @Glaizaredux who partly owns the place. Visit na guys! Tomas morato lang to. #foodcrawlqc biglain natin ulit lol! @kumagcow @popazrael @athenatria @fpjjr @reidel45 @vivakitchengoddess A photo posted by Rodel Flordeliz (@rodelflordeliz) on
Visit Runner’s Kitchen at Tomas Morato Avenue, Quezon City, 1103 Metro Manila, Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines. For more information you can follow them on https://www.facebook.com/RunnersKitchenPH.
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