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The first-ever buffet restaurant in the Philippines opened in 1986
In a recent “Pina Sarap” episode, journalist Kara David uncovered the first-ever buffet restaurant of the Philippines: Cabalen, which opened in 1986. It was the brainchild of Maritel Nievera.
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NEWS
June 25, 2026
The Cabalen Group Featured in The Manila Times for 39th Anniversary CSR Campaign
In this exclusive interview, Maritel Nievera, President & CEO of Cabalen Group, retraces the origins of her entrepreneurial journey with the Filipino food icon Cabalen.
NEWS
June 17, 2026
Cabalen celebrates 36 years of good food and delicious memories
Maria Estela “Maritel” Nievera grew up amid the enticing aroma of good food wafting from her grandmother Juliana and mother Ester’s Capampangan kitchen in a neighborhood where everybody shared a passion for cooking. She learned the secrets of glorious Capampangan food at her Apong Juliana’s knee. Surrounded by cooks and gifted with the Capampangan taste buds, she eventually honed her taste for food.
NEWS
June 16, 2026
Cabalen Group introduces Festive Feast Packages for Holiday Gatherings
The Cabalen Group rolls out curated holiday feast options designed to make celebrations easier, offering flexible packages that cater to different group sizes, occasions, and budgets while staying true to Filipino dining traditions.
TSURUMARU UDON • PROMOS TEST
June 14, 2026
🍣 Chichi no Hi Omedetou!
Father’s Day may be for Dads, but this celebration is for everyone.
NEWS
June 10, 2026
Making holiday gathering easier: The Cabalen Group serves up festive feasts for every celebration and budget
This holiday season, The Cabalen Group brings comfort, convenience, and celebration to Filipino families with festive offerings across its restaurant brands—Cabalen, Mangan, Tsurumaru Udon X Tempura, and Soi Thai. Whether dining out or celebrating at home, guests can enjoy thoughtful holiday promos and ready-to-share feasts crafted to make every gathering easier and more meaningful.
NEWS
June 10, 2026
Forging stronger ties: Cabalen Group and Chaixi Corporation’s courtesy call on Philippine Ambassador to Thailand
The Philippine Embassy in Bangkok was honored to receive the Cabalen Group, headed by President and CEO Ms. Ma. Estela O. Nievera, and Chaixi Corporation, led by Chairman Mr. Panrob Kamla, on 31 July 2024.