How Chef Wesley Altuna's Filipino Delivery Restaurant Is Taking Over Toronto - The Experts 

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"We're not late, just behind schedule" Filipino words to live by

I started eating Filipino food two years ago, and was blown away. I love it so much, that I started cooking it at home. It is a delicious cuisine. Now I want to travel to the Phillipines, meet the people, and really soak in the culture. I also love how this dude is grinding after losing his job. Food brings people together.

I hope your hard work pays off. And soon to see your first authentic Filipino resturant open up

He's a Filipino to his very core. No measurements in cooking. Cocky yet humble. Overworked but still passionate. And curse a lot but still respectful. Truest Pinoy in every sense of the word. I'm very proud of you my man. And I will go to your place just to get that nostalgic feeling of authentic Pinoy food, although it's a 4 hour drive.

This man is legit, unlike others who make it fancy that's it's almost nowhere near the original Filipino food. But this guys, they give you the real Filipino cuisine. Best wishes on your business.

“We’re not late, we’re just behind schedule” Yep, he’s Filipino

These guys are killing it - but a huge shoutout to "The Depanneur" for providing the kitchen and event space that allows food startups like this to thrive.

Man I love people from the Philippines. I worked under a chef who was Filipino. I will always hold him as one of my biggest influences. Huge heart, made sure I was well fed, great banter and always there with a post service brew. Love you Essex I'm very thankful for your mentorship.

Ordered from Wes over a month ago such a kind hearted genuine guy and and the food was delicious obviously!

His bestfriend gives off legit movie wingman vibes.

My gf is a Filipino.. And guys believe me .. this Adobo thing is Awesome af.. i love it..

I would watch a cooking show these guys are in. They’re so fun, fresh, and authentic.

He's literally the one cool tito in every Filipino family. Lol.

The most legit Filipino food in Northern America I've seen so far. No twist, no mix. Pure unapologetic Filipino food. This man is a legit cooking tito in every Filipino gathering

OMG. I just realized that the Filipino version of high five is "APIR" but it really just means "Up here". Mind blown!

i wish i was in canada to order his food! this guy buys the ingredients, cooks the food and then delivers them himself, how cool is that! wishing Wesley and his best friend all the success they deserve!

As a Filipino, I can feel that they are really authentic. - They do not scream at the kitchen because we have a superstitious belief that bars us from doing so (the food will give you digestive illness). - They exhibit the 'aligaga' cooking trait. - They believe that they are not late, just behind schedule. (Pinoy time). - They do not do fucking measurements, but estimates. That way, the food has more magical feeling. - He is right about Adobo. There is no ACTUAL way of cooking. Each household has its own Adobo recipe. - That napkin over the forehead and apron. That is one of the typical styles you see in Filipino carinderia. - They are welcoming, talkative, and excited. - A strong hint of Pinoy pride when he said "our food is not cheap, man." - Having a conversation with everyone on the street. Filipinos are naturally friendly. So if you happen to live nearby his resto, I highly recommend you to buy food from him. It is like visiting the Philippines already. When I see his Lechon Kawali, I swallowed my saliva with delight. That shit's delicious.

You stop pouring the ingredients when your ancestors tell you

I'm mexican and tasted that lechón kawali here in kitchener. Its what we eat in México as carnitas with chicharron, I get some tortillas, some salsa verde, lime and there you go. Mexican-Filipino fusión right there,

The best friend gives off the Speedwagon vibes man.

Some filipino moms will just eat in a restaurant with delicious food and say “kaya ko ito gawin sa bahay.” And you are wrong if you said she can’t.

He buys the ingredients, cooks it, and also the one who delivers it. Bro, the effort that you are making is blowing my mind. Would you not enjoy the food when it is being delivered to your doorstep by the same person who cooked it? Not to mention, the way he cooked his food is purely filipino. No extra bullshit, straight filipino style and recipe. I just ate an hour ago, and damn i'm hungry.

Their friendship reminds me of my dad, my titos, my dad's friends and my titos' friends. Filipino men have super tight friendships

"If you don't see the salt, put more" oh yeah that's the way

I wish this man and his bestfriend with all the success they deserve. Very chill mindset, nothing too fancy. Just the Joy of having people enjoy the food you make. Such an Inspiration. Mabuhay ka Kabayan!

He is like the helpful tito in every Filipino occasions, who loves drinking tanduay while cooking. Go Filipino food, let's share the Filipino pallet

The look of love in his eyes when he's staring at the wings he just put in the box is EVERYTHING

"i don't know. I was told not to fkin touch it." 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

When his friend said : “don’t forget about me when you big “ i felt that His friend is so nice and he is cool

Almost every Filipino household doesn’t measure we just put either a lot or a few and it comes out good

Garlic or "Bawang" is always in every Filipino food. So when somebody says - "Para kang bawang" or "You are like a garlic", it means "You are everywhere." Atleast that is what my mom told me.

I am glad that they did not put any "spin" on our food. Hope his business becomes more successful.

He found his Ikigai and even took his best friend with him for the journey. Now that’s something beautiful.

Pinoy time be like: "We're not late, just behind schedule"

Ugh crispy lechon😍 One noticeable trait you can see with his friend is he always smiles and projects humility like a typical tito haha

That one tito that brings more joy to your family celebrations:

These guys have a better relationship than most married couples.

Are we gon ignore the fact that he's still the one who buy things in market, cooks the food, and delivers it? Even though he's business is growing so much. Dudeeee holy shit the love that he's into what he's doin' is just mind blowing.

I'm an aspiring Pinoy chef, this is what I want to do after I graduate. Grind and grind until the most expensive in your eyes today becomes a daily disposal thing someday.

“TAMIS ANGHANG PAKPAK” IM DEAD GOOGLE TRANSLATE AF

measuring by instinct is actually very filipino...or asian as a whole.

Very Filipino. The process and ingredients are all legit. I only see one wrong thing with this video... Wes, my Mom makes the best adobo. Hahaha. Cheers kapatid.

These guys work crazy hard, crazy fast. I can't even fault that Wes swears a lot or cooks his Filipino food different than mine. (And i'd like to try cooking his adobo recipe tbh) Massive respect, mga kabayan.

The dude buys, cooks and delivers his food. Salute! I pray that his food business grows.

I’m so glad that Filipino food is getting some publicity, I’m not even Filipino but it’s been my favorite food my entire life from family friends

The fact that I am a filipino but I can't even differentiate menudo, afritada, caldereta, and mechado is really hard especially when you go to a carenderia.

"We're not late, we're just behind schedule" That's the most Filipino thing to say.

His best friend's like his mom , very supportive

Nothing beats the smile of the people that eats your food. Doesn't matter if you just started to learn how to cook or head of a restaurant. Feeling is the same.

"You know adobo, its in your fkin DNA" Yes. Very. Im pretty sure im part datu puti soy sauce😂

I have the pleasure for 10 years now to work with dozens of philipine people and haven’t seen one in a bad mood once! Great folk

I love this guys authenticity. With his food and how he carries himself. He a real one for sure ✊🏼

They’re definitely full-fledged Toronto locals but I love that their Filipino accents come out from time to time especially when they say the tagalog words

Yup, all Filipinos thinks their adobo is the best. The don't touch after putting in the vinegar rule is also in effect in our household, and no one knows the exact reason why as well.

When he pulled out the "your mom says, mine is the best" card 😂

That’s so awesome doing something you love with a great friend like you have and introducing people to our cuisine! Much respect and props for sure!!

He's the cool tito, every Filipino family gathered around to ask him to narrate his life story even if you've heard it a hundred times. Pls don't ignore his spirit brother from another mother, that man definitely supports his story which adds wow factor.

'it doesn't mean were late it just means were off schedule" that is the most Filipino thing anyone can say

Come to Ohio! I’ve never had Philipino food an am dying to try it after watching shows like this on RU-vid showing it off making my mouth water 💧 👍👏👏

Honestly, Filipino cooking never require any measurements, we do it by feel/heart and that's what makes it so special. Every home has their specific way, take on a particular dish. My adobo tastes different from my mom or from my grandmother or aunt. My kids can easily tell which one cooked that adobo even without knowing who actually did the cooking.

You know he's filipino when you see Tupperware around.

From being the one who buy the ingredients, then the chef and lastly the delivery guy.. thats one hell of an all rounder sir.. Passion over work.. Much respect!! Puso!

7:28 their perfectly crossed fingers and made a perfect high pitch noise from that high five, thats perfection

I love this guy! I love that he gets to share our culture through our food, it feels great.

"We put a little bit of garlic ... of course." Me: OF COURSE.

I'm also laid off few months ago due to covid, and start doing things like these dudes Starting my own motorcycle repair shop, building trust with customer, make a branding, and work my ass off, gives me satisfaction I hope everyone is doing alright going through this difficult time

Some people are just so supportive. They understand that not everyone can be great, but you can be great at what you do. Help others achieve their dreams and they will remember you.

Treat your bestfriend good he is such a blessing

American Garnish: Chives Filipino Garnish: 1 head of Garlic

This guy should be promoted honestly. Starting a business especially a Filipino restaurant there is a leap of faith. Glad you made your signature craft especially your Adobo which is the "best". God bless! Hoping for the best!

These guys need a RU-vid channel that would bring in some revenue and views and get their restaurant popping I wanna see these guys go big and make it out there

When he said adobo is in our DNA, and I remember cooking pork in highschool with no fixed recipe.. then a friend came over and said," Oh cool, you're cooking adobo." And I was like," So this is adobo?? Haha nice!"

Everyone needs a Paulie in their lives.

The filipino food is cheap because it's meant to be shared for everyone. That's the filipino way! The grind don't stop brother. Good luck to your business.

When my wife and I lived in Japan we went to a Filipino joint we use to go to during my lunch break. So yummy and it reminded me in a sense to Mexican home style cooking.

I just loved his courage for turning the wheels on a different direction and enjoying his craft.

Fun Fact: True "Filipino time" would be being ahead of schedule because being 2nd class citizens back when we were still a Spanish colony, we couldn't afford to be late. The 30-mins behind schedule thing is actually "Spanish time". This is depicted in Jose Rizal's book Noli Me Tangere, where at the start, the protagonist(Ibarra) arrived early, the Spanish priest Damaso arrived late, and the Americans arrived exactly on time.

"It doesn't mean we're late - we're just not on schedule!" Of course you're a Filipino.

Cameraman: Hi Guy: Fu***ng hi

I wish I could love videos on RU-vid. This man right here. Amazing, makes me happy to be an American living amongst such a diverse and beautiful group of humans.

Congrats on taking the leap guys. I’ve been in business for about 6 years now. It’s a very difficult thing to do and maintain but hearing these stories lights a fire under my ass. Work hard and surround yourself with positive people and you will succeed. God speed!

my house has 2 adobo versions. One with datu puti, and one with silver swan.

i love these dudes, they bring such a good energy and good vibes

This is definitely one hard working and dedicated man!! Keep up the good work my dude!!

Ahh yes. Fried peanuts, lechong kawali. Just need a bottle of beer, and it's perfect.

Dude reminds me of Jason Momoa. He’s got that badass, gentleman vibe. First time I can truly say ‘I’d like to meet the chef!’

Great prayers that someday you run your own resto in Toronto, Canada where lot of Filipinos. God bless your team.

That market he went to is so freaking cool. Visited Toronto last summer, an absolute must

My mom: here take the measuring spoons my Filipino dad: nah I can feel the quarter cup i am a quarter cup

Amazing. The story not only to survive the COVID but to chase your dream in this event of chance... Great!

The positive energy I got from watching this is empowering!!! Keep it up guys.

:(((( their friendship is what's getting me. they are goals 😭😭😭

even under pressure you see the Filipino sense of humor, there's always fun and smile all day and the camaraderie is priceless.

That "cooking by your own feels" mentality is the most filipino mentality of cooking. It's about your preference and how you want your audience to receive your dish.

We're not on schedule but we're on fu*king track! Love these dudes, keep it rocking.

The Best friend said “Up here” before the high five. You know they are Filipinos from the motherland.

That’s cray. I used to do Muay Thai with this dude. Wish him all the success!

"They like harassing me" refers to the fire men & saying it with a smile. He also throws back some jokes at them. He's a cool dude. It's all about perspective. I think people just being too sensitive these days.

Amazing sous chef u have there. It seems like uve been through a lot of things together, ups and downs. Yet you still supporting each other!!! Amazing work