• La Paz Batchoy

  Dec 22

  Probably one of the most easily-identifiable signature foods of Iloilo City is Batchoy. Batchoy is a soup with egg noodles, freshly chopped spring onions, pork offal, chopped garlic, black pepper, chicaron, and in some instances, fresh egg.

  Batchoy originally originated in the District of La Paz in Iloilo City. Many would say that the best and original La Paz Batchoy originated at the eateries near the La Paz Public Market.

  

  But with all the success developments and progress, many restaurants now offer La Paz Batchoy anywhere. There are even instant La Paz Batchoy now available. But one of the most successful brand of La Paz Batchoy is Ted’s.

  Ted’s Old Timer La Paz Batchoy started in Iloilo. With its huge success it opened braches in several areas across Iloilo and later on, opened its doors in various parts of the country.

  When I was still living in Bacolod City, I would normally go to Robinson’s Place in Mandalagan to satisfy my Batchoy cravings. No need to cross the Guimaras Strait for this delight. Batchoy is perfect with puto.

  Ted’s have also branches here in Metro Manila. This is a welcome news for all Ilonggos and batchoy lovers. I normally get my Batchoy fix at the SM Mall of Asia.

  The photo above was taken when I had my quick merienda a few weeks back during my road trip to Roxas City.

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6 Responses to “La Paz Batchoy”

1. Prepys’ Homepage » Blog Archive » La Paz Batchoy said on December 22nd, 2008 at 3:53 pm

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2. 

   dyanie said on December 22nd, 2008 at 9:36 pm

   ay may egg? bakit yung napuntahan namin sa iloilo na Ted’s walang egg?

3. 

   Chef said on December 22nd, 2008 at 10:05 pm

   normally it doesnt have an egg. you need to request it from the staff for fresh egg. tell them to drop it raw into the bowl. Extra charges applies.

4. 

   fufutoto said on January 6th, 2009 at 12:54 pm

   History of Ted’s (From http://www.tedslapazbatchoy.com)

   Ten Pesos (Php 10.00) in 1945 of Teodorico “Ted” Lepura started in business concept that outlived him and became the pride of Iloilo – the famous TED’S OLDTIMER LA PAZ BATCHOY. This humble beginning of the business was not deterrent to its growth but became its cutting edge.

   Ted Lepura started making batchoy in the 1930’s as a teenager. During those times he worked odd jobs just to make ends meet. The son of a poor peasant, he worked with different chinese merchants where he discovered his culinary potential. With a working knowledge on making La Paz Batchoy from his work with a Chinese Merchant, he started to innovate and adjust the dish. That simple innovation was the basis of what became of the Lapaz Batchoy that we know today. Back then, Ted became a peddler of just about anything including his Lapaz Batchoy which he noticed is gaining loyal patrons. That response gave him an idea. So after the war, in 1945 and with his savings of Php 10.00, he opened his first 5×5 small stall in the public market of La Paz , Iloilo . The first stall was simply made of nipa and bamboo and husband and wife team did all the work with assistance of their children.

   The only product served by TED’S OLDTIMER LA PAZ BATCHOY at the time was the “original” La Paz Batchoy. It was sold for Php 0.20 centavos in 1945. The food was served in bowls exactly one would have in its present branches. The only difference is that they now come with various sizes. To meet customer’s demand for variety, they developed other batchoy products. In the late 60’s new products were added such as miswa batchoy, bihon batchoy and sotanghon batchoy. Innovation brought forth by TED’S OLDTIMER LA PAZ BATCHOY have set the standards in the distinct La Paz Batchoy. All the family’s effort has now bear fruit and TED’S OLD TIMER LA PAZ BATCHOY is a name to contend with and has been recognized. Among Teodoro’s children only Adelfa (now Adelfa Lepura Borro) took part in the business. Adelfa was trained as cook, as well as in all aspects of the restaurant operations. She is responsible for the innovations in the business and has primarily been responsible for the growth of TED’S OLDTIMER LA PAZ BATCHOY. Under her watchful eyes, the company has slowly but surely gained market acceptance.

   Because of her initiative, TED’S OLDTIMER LA PAZ BATCHOY was able to expand in different places of Iloilo as well as in the cities of Roxas (Gaisano City), Bacolod (Robinson’s Place), and Las Pinas (SM City Southmall).

   Now Still with Mrs. Adelfa Borro’s commitment, TED’S OLDTIMER LA PAZ BATCHOY, embarks on a more aggressive expansion route – thru Franchising. Franchisee can bank on her support as she has been born to TED’S and TED’S is the life she breathes. Truly a worthy daughter who transformed a PhP 10.00 investment to what is now.

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   Junnjun M said on May 7th, 2009 at 3:55 pm

   Before when I was still a kid I really don’t like batchoy. I said what is it, why are there a lot of like foreign objects in the food. But now I got to love it and love it even more…Hehehe. I’m craving for it everytime.

6. 

   Living in Iloilo said on June 21st, 2009 at 1:03 pm

   I love authentic Batchoy from Iloilo!

   Indeed, Iloilo is known for its good food, beautiful places and friendly people. Oh, well I miss Living in Iloilo

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