Joel Torre Brings Bacolod’s Favorite Chicken Inasal to Dubai
- Publish date: Monday، 04 August 2025 Reading time: 1 min read
JT’s Manukan Grille is opening its first Dubai branch this August at City Centre Deira.
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Filipino actor and entrepreneur Joel Torre is flying in the juicy, smoky goodness of Ilonggo-style chicken inasal to Dubai this August—so yes, your cravings are finally valid.
JT’s Manukan Grille to Open at City Centre Deira
The beloved chicken barbecue chain will set up shop at City Centre Deira, marking its second overseas location after Singapore. The restaurant made the announcement on Facebook, saying:
“Para sa mga kababayan natin sa Dubai… magkikita-kita tayo ngayong August 2025 para sa inyong authentic Bacolod chicken inasal!”
From Bacolod to the World
JT’s Manukan Grille, co-founded by Joel Torre and his wife Cristy Azcona-Torre in 2023, has already expanded to 40+ branches in the Philippines. Now, they're turning up the heat in the UAE with their signature grilled chicken that’s been winning hearts (and stomachs) across the islands.