Eating with Erica Supper Club: Little Baker Philippines
Our second Eating With Erica Supper Club in the Philippines: a blue, white and sunshine-yellow evening at Little Baker in Tagum City
There is something special about returning to do a thing a second time. I had the joy of hosting the second Eating with Erica Supper Club in the Philippines, this time at Little Baker in Tagum City. Our first event here taught me so much—challenges and all—and those lessons only made this gathering more rewarding. By the time our guests arrived, everything came together beautifully. In essence, every gathering since has carried something forward from that first night — from our Galentine’s dinner at Hal’s The Steakhouse to our holiday ornament exchange at Twisted Soul.
Planning the Next Supper Club
Choosing the venue was the easy part. After everything we learned planning our very first Philippines supper club at Big Fat Tummy, I felt ready—excited, even—to bring the second supper club to life. For more on finding the perfect setting, read my guide to top private dining venues. Little Baker, tucked along Osmeña Street in Tagum City, quickly became our top choice. This charming restaurant won us over instantly—a menu of Western and Asian fusion, a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, and exactly the kind of warmth I knew our guests would love. Equally important, the room had to hold a table worth lingering at — the same test I apply to every spot on my list of the best places for a lovely ladies lunch in Atlanta.
Creating the Atmosphere at Little Baker
Little Baker’s modern-yet-cozy design—clean white walls, white chairs, and marble tables—gave us the perfect canvas for our color theme. We chose a summer-inspired palette of blue, white, and a hint of yellow: bright, cheerful, and full of light. Our florist brought the vision to life beautifully, with fresh, joyful arrangements—much like the floral approach in my spring dinner party guide—that suited the white-and-marble space perfectly. With this in mind, we kept the table itself simple, leaning on the same layering I rely on in my tablescape and menu guide.
Welcoming Our Guests to Little Baker
Guests began arriving at 5:00 PM, greeted by Little Baker’s simple, welcoming decor and its genuinely friendly staff. It was such a joy to see familiar faces in the crowd—and even better to watch everyone honor the evening’s color theme. We started the night with a complimentary welcome drink, setting an easy, celebratory mood before we ever sat down to dinner. To illustrate, it is the same opening I lean on when hosting a fabulous brunch at home — a glass in hand before anyone finds a seat.
The Menu: Little Baker
We carefully planned a four-course menu that blended Western and Filipino flavors—for more menu inspiration, see my cheese platter guide. Each dish honored the Filipino love of traditional food with a modern, elevated twist — the same ambition that shaped our Michelin-starred evening at Bacchanalia — offering a touch of luxury that still felt familiar. Given that the first course sets the tone, I built it the way I build a spring charcuterie board — color first, then texture — and paired it with the kind of crisp pour I chase at Atlanta’s must-visit wine bars. As the night went on, it became clear that the Eating with Erica Supper Club is about so much more than food—it’s about making friends, supporting local businesses, and lifting one another up. Watching our guests connect, share stories, and build new friendships over dinner showed the quiet power of stepping outside your comfort zone.
Dinner unfolded in four courses. To start, we shared nachos, truffle fries and quesadillas, followed by a kani salad with honey lemon vinaigrette. The main course brought a generous spread to the table: gnocchi, beef kare-kare, honey lemon chicken, paella Valencia and lechon kawali. Finally, cookies and brownies closed the evening on a sweet note.
More Than Just Dinner
As the evening unfolded, it became clear that the Eating with Erica Supper Club is about much more than the food itself.
It’s about creating space for connection. It’s about supporting local businesses and building community. On the other hand, none of it works without a little structure, which is exactly why I keep my 15 dining rules close at hand. Most importantly, it’s about empowering people to step outside of their comfort zones and meet new people.
Watching guests share stories, laugh together, and build new friendships around the table was a powerful reminder of why this experience matters. All things considered, it is the same feeling I chase every time I host a holiday dinner party at home.
Sharing the Vision
During the evening, we took a moment to thank everyone for joining us and to share the vision behind the Eating with Erica Supper Club. What’s more, that same intention shapes every event I host, right down to my Baby in Bloom celebration at the Waldorf Astoria.
Each guest received a special card with a thoughtful question along with a sneak peek of our upcoming Eating with Erica table cards. Guests were encouraged to share their thoughts and opinions, which sparked conversations and helped everyone feel more connected.
It was a small detail, but it created meaningful moments that brought the entire table closer together.
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Second Event in the Philippines At Little Baker
Hosting the second Eating with Erica Supper Club in the Philippines reminded me exactly why I started this journey. It’s not just about hosting dinners—it’s about building community. It’s about creating moments where people feel seen, welcomed, and inspired. And as the evening came to a close, it was clear that this was only the beginning. We left the restaurant feeling grateful, energized, and excited for the many gatherings still to come.
The second supper club was more than an event—it was a celebration of culture, connection, and community, not unlike the energy of our elevated game nights.
And I truly cannot wait to see where the next table takes us. For spring entertaining ideas, check out my garden party guide and my Spring Tinned Fish Board. If you would like to see more of our gatherings, revisit our family-style evening at Kyma, our Galentine’s dinner at Hal’s The Steakhouse and our evening with Chef Kevin Gillespie at Nàdair. Interested in conversation, community and connection? Learn more about the Eating With Erica Supper Club.
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If you find yourself in Tagum City, Little Baker is well worth a visit. The space is bright and welcoming, the menu moves easily between Western and Asian flavors, and the team made our evening feel effortless.
Gather a few friends, order for the table, and stay awhile. Thank you to the entire Little Baker team for hosting the Eating With Erica Supper Club so warmly.
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