Chef Ormaechea, Winner of the Zobilee Culinary Challenge 2008
Welcome to Cafe Apamate
"Apamate" is named for the extraordinary blooming tree of Venezuela that stands out in a sea of green. We aim to stand out in our own way and we do that in part by naming our traditionally Spanish restaurant after something Venezuelan. It reflects who our Chef is and pays homage to the country she hails from while preparing the food that she loves.
Chef Ormaechea is not the first in her family to bring Spanish traditions to another country; her Grandfather did the same in Venezuela. And now we set our roots here in America much the same way it has been done since the beginning, with a legacy of family recipes and a cuisine that is blossoming into something as amazing as the Apamate tree itself.
With a dash of creativity and solid roots in tradition, we welcome you to remember your trip to the coast of Donosti and if you don't have that memory let us introduce you. It's warm and you are always welcome to join us for a family tradition in our kitchen, at our table…….. Apamate is one of a kind.
HOURS OF OPERATION
tuesday-friday 5pm-10pm
saturday 11am-2:30pm 5-10pm
sunday 11am - 2:30pm
We are part of the slow movement in philadelphia. We support organic, pasture fed meats and local farmers who struggle like us to make a difference in the world. We have a relationship with them not only to buy the the best in food quality, but also to make a difference with our choices in supporting people who produce the best using minimal impact farming.