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Brotzeit Philippines Celebrates Its Longest Oktoberfest in 2022

Everyday’s a Fest at Brotzeit this September and October as they proudly launch their Oktoberfest 2022 celebrations, now on their 9th year in the Philippines. There’s no better place to enjoy this annual German tradition than at the country’s most popular German bier bar and restaurant. You will find lots of other hotels and restaurants with their own Oktoberfest activities, but Brotzeit continues to be the my favorite place to feast and party with friends.

This year, Brotzeit Philippines celebrates its longest Oktoberfest ever from September 12 to October 29, 2022 with exciting games and amazing prizes daily. They have also launched a special menu for Oktoberfest 2022 with a rare, limited-time only beer from Germany that you won’t find anywhere else. So don’t wait until the party’s over because Oktoberfest starts now!

My friends and I met up for an Oktoberfest reunion last night at the Shangri-La Plaza branch of Brotzeit Philippines. This is first time that Brotzeit’s Oktoberfest celebrations look this festive again, especially since the activities in the past two years were limited due to the global pandemic.

Brotzeit was conceived in Singapore in 2006 and now operates across the Asia Pacific region. It aims to introduce authentic Bavarian cuisine accompanied by world famous quality German beer in a chic and contemporary setting, so Oktoberfest is always one of its biggest events of the year.

For those who are still hesitant to dine indoors, Brotzeit’s branches in Ortigas and Bonifacio Global City both have spacious al fresco dining areas so that should not stop you from enjoying all the beers.

I finally got to be again with my soon-to-be flower girl, Chiara. She’s grown a lot during the pandemic but she’s still the sweet and playful girl that I missed playing with.

Since Chiara is half German, we got her starting early with the beers! Don't worry, she was only the server. Aside from Brotzeit’s extensive beer and beverage menu, they will be offering the Paulaner Oktoberfestbier which is a special beer brewed only for the Oktoberfest season. This is a 100% natural full-bodied Bavarian Marzen, with full rich malt flavors. Paulaner has been brewing this beer since 1818, representing centuries of brewing tradition in a stein. You can get a 0.5 Liter Mug or a 1 Liter Mug, but if you are really thirsty, go for the 3-Liter Table Barrel so everyone can enjoy endless pours of authentic German beer.

Brotzeit also has this special Schlenkerla Marzen or “Smoky Beer,” a one of a kind smoky and bittersweet beer that Brotzeit brought into the Philippines all the way from Bamberg, Germany. This is only available while supplies last.

Chiara and I also got our own hot chocolate beverages which I always like having here at Brotzeit.

Now let’s try some of the special Oktoberfest dishes! Brotzeit has created a new Oktoberfest Menu that perfectly represents the season and goes very well with the featured beers for this celebration. The Gratinierte Brezn (P120) is a gratinated pretzel topped with Emmental cheese and bacon bits.

The Bayricher Leberkäse (P420) is a Bavarian meatloaf served on a bed of creamy spinach and mashed potato then topped with fried egg. This looks like a great hangover or breakfast dish if you had too much to drink the night before.

Another Oktoberfest specialty is the Köstrizer Schwarzbier Suppe (P320) or Dark Beer Soup with cheese gratinated sourdough bread. I have never tried a beer soup before but this one was actually quite good.

Don’t forget about the sausages! The Nurnberger Stadtwurst (P900) comes with 450 grams of delicious German sausage served with sauerkraut, roast potato, and onion mustard.

On the other hand, the Oktoberfest Rösti (P350) has a crispy potato rösti topped with veal sausages, sauerkraut, bacon and a poached egg. This is another good hangover companion.

There’s also the Bayrischer Schweinskrustenbraten (P900) for the meatlovers with its gorgeous pork belly, sauerkraut, red cabbage, bread, and potato dumplings.

But the main highlight of Brotzeit’s Oktoberfest feast is the Oktoberfestplatte (P3500) which comes with almost all of those mentioned above and more. This huge Oktoberfest platter comes with Nurnberger Stadtwurst, Thuringer Sausages, Fried Chicken, and Meatloaf.

Right in the middle is the signature Brotzeit centerpiece that we always come back for whatever the occasion. The Crispy Oven Roasted Pork Knuckle is an all-time Brotzeit favorite and is the quintessential German dish. The pork knuckle is cooked until the meat is tender then oven roasted for the perfect crackling skin. The meat is actually infused with beer to give it that special taste.

The platter also comes with several sauces and side dishes including fries, potato salad, and crispy onions. This should be good enough for the entire table.

An Oktoberfest party will not be complete without games and fun challenges, so Brotzeit will also be giving away great prizes for its guests daily during the Oktoberfest season.

Try your skills at the beer mug lifting challenge, with the guys lifting these big heavy barrels instead. There’s also a beer drinking contest where the fastest group wins great merchandise and prizes from Brotzeit.

Brotzeit Philippines is opening their third branch soon at Alabang West Parade on October 8, 2022. That brings the Oktoberfest action much closer for those living in the south. If you prefer to celebrate at home with the family, Brotzeit is also available for deliveries every day from 11:00am to 11:30pm at www.brotzeitdelivers.com. So whatever the location and occasion, Brotzeit is always there to give us a memorable Oktoberfest party. Prost!!!

Brotzeit Philippines

112 G/F Streetscape, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Mandaluyong

8631-1489 / (0920) 9735782

www.brotzeitdelivers.com

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