Richie Castillo and Alex O’Neill of Bahay smiling at each other beside the cover of their cookbook Masarap, with GIY x Blasta branding.
Richie Castillo and Alex O’Neill of Bahay smiling together at a food event, wearing aprons and lanyards, surrounded by people and garden planters.
Close-up of a Filipino-style beef sandwich from Bahay, topped with crispy onions, green herb sauce, and mayonnaise on toasted bread.
Filipino tasting plate featuring glazed chicken wings, grilled plantains, and beef short ribs topped with chopped chives, created by Bahay.
Cover of Masarap, a Filipino-Irish cookbook by Richie Castillo and Alex O’Neill, featuring a bottle of banana ketchup with the Philippine flag on the label.
Richie Castillo and Alex O’Neill of Bahay smiling at each other beside the cover of their cookbook Masarap, with GIY x Blasta branding.
Richie Castillo and Alex O’Neill of Bahay smiling together at a food event, wearing aprons and lanyards, surrounded by people and garden planters.
Close-up of a Filipino-style beef sandwich from Bahay, topped with crispy onions, green herb sauce, and mayonnaise on toasted bread.
Filipino tasting plate featuring glazed chicken wings, grilled plantains, and beef short ribs topped with chopped chives, created by Bahay.
Cover of Masarap, a Filipino-Irish cookbook by Richie Castillo and Alex O’Neill, featuring a bottle of banana ketchup with the Philippine flag on the label.

Masarap Dinner: Filipino-Irish Supper Club with Richie Castillo at GROW HQ
£71.00
Description

Date: Saturday 24th May
Time: 6.30pm
Location: GROW HQ, Waterford

Join Richie Castillo, chef, storyteller, and proud Filipino-Irish food champion, for an evening of bold flavours.

Together with his partner Alex O’Neill, Richie runs Bahay, the pop-up that’s been turning heads with its knockout mix of Filipino flavours and Irish ingredients. Now, as part of the Blasta Book Series, Richie’s book Masarap (that’s “tasty” in Tagalog) brings you a slice of his heritage, served up with heart, heat, and a whole lot of flavour.

On the evening, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner inspired by the book and hear Richie’s personal journey, how food helped him reconnect with his roots, and how two cultures came together, one dish at a time.
What to Expect

• A multi-course dinner created from the pages of Masarap.
• A signed copy of the cookbook to take home.
• The chance to meet Richie, ask questions, and hear about the roots of Bahay.
• A relaxed, flavour-packed evening in the beautiful setting of GROW HQ.
About Richie Castillo & Alex O’Neill

Richie Castillo and Alex O’Neill are the team behind Bahay, a Filipino-Irish pop-up that’s shaking up the Irish food scene with bold flavours, heartfelt storytelling, and a deep connection to heritage.

Richie, a Dublin-born chef with Filipino and Irish roots, spent over a decade working in professional kitchens before launching Bahay during the pandemic. It began as a personal project to explore his identity through food and quickly grew into something bigger - a celebration of culture, belonging, and seriously tasty dishes.

Alex, a digital strategist and food writer, brought her creativity and storytelling skills to the mix. Together, they’ve built Bahay as a space where food sparks conversation and connection, from sell-out supper clubs to street food festivals.

Their debut cookbook Masarap, part of the Blasta Book series, captures the essence of what they do - bringing people together through vibrant Filipino flavours, Irish ingredients, and the stories that live between them.
Important Info

Cancellation Policy:
We operate a 48-hour cancellation policy. If you cancel your booking at least 48 hours prior to the event you will be refunded. Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to the date will not be refunded.

Allergies:
Please advise us of any dietary requirements and allergens when booking (email:allen@giy.ie) as we are unable to change the menu on the day.
How To Book

To reserve your spot, simply add this event to your cart and complete your purchase at checkout. Once booked, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the details you need for the day.

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