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SET YOUR
TASTEBUDS FREE
Malaya Eats is a Reno-based mobile food unit that aims to share and deliver scrumptious Filipino American Cuisine using mostly organic + always real food ingredients. We constantly strive to enrich our local community by providing an exceptional culinary experience with nourishing, flavorful dishes that celebrate cultural fusion. We proudly offer food and catering services in Northern Nevada and surrounding areas.
The name “Malaya” is a Filipino/Tagalog word, which means “free.” At Malaya Eats, we value one’s freedom in culinary arts — to produce delectable food creations that are set apart from conventional recipes. We also believe that dishes are considered truly delicious when they are made free from any artificial flavor enhancers or other unnecessary ingredients. We are genuinely and intentionally on a mission to “set your taste buds free!” This is the heart of Malaya.
SET YOUR
TASTEBUDS FREE
Malaya Eats is a Reno-based mobile food unit that aims to share and deliver scrumptious Filipino American Cuisine using mostly organic + always real food ingredients. We constantly strive to enrich our local community by providing an exceptional culinary experience with nourishing, flavorful dishes that celebrate cultural fusion. We proudly offer food and catering services in Northern Nevada and surrounding areas.
The name “Malaya” is a Filipino/Tagalog word, which means “free.” At Malaya Eats, we value one’s freedom in culinary arts — to produce delectable food creations that are set apart from conventional recipes. We also believe that dishes are considered truly delicious when they are made free from any artificial flavor enhancers or other unnecessary ingredients. We are genuinely and intentionally on a mission to “set your taste buds free!” This is the heart of Malaya.
SET YOUR
TASTEBUDS FREE
Malaya Eats is a Reno-based mobile food unit that aims to share and deliver scrumptious Filipino American Cuisine using mostly organic + always real food ingredients. We constantly strive to enrich our local community by providing an exceptional culinary experience with nourishing, flavorful dishes that celebrate cultural fusion. We proudly offer food and catering services in Northern Nevada and surrounding areas.
The name “Malaya” is a Filipino/Tagalog word, which means “free.” At Malaya Eats, we value one’s freedom in culinary arts — to produce delectable food creations that are set apart from conventional recipes. We also believe that dishes are considered truly delicious when they are made free from any artificial flavor enhancers or other unnecessary ingredients. We are genuinely and intentionally on a mission to “set your taste buds free!” This is the heart of Malaya.
OUR
STORY
Born and raised in Cavite, Philippines, Aren and Therese, together with their childhood friend and schoolmate, JP, dreamed of sharing their Filipino culture and upbringing through food, and decided to do their first pop-up at the Riverside Farmers Market in June 2023. With the positive response and continued support of their community, they officially started food truck operations and catering services in January 2024. Malaya Eats is proud to be a veteran-, minority-, and family-owned business.
Aren Rey brings a multifaceted skill set to Malaya with his educational background in hotel and restaurant management and work experience in cruise ship contracts, restaurant management, and military service. Jerome Paul enriches Malaya with his culinary arts education, training, and work experience from the Philippines, South Korea, and USA. Maria Therese leverages her social work education and experience to enhance Malaya’s team dynamics and
community engagement.
OUR
STORY
Born and raised in Cavite, Philippines, Aren and Therese, together with their childhood friend and schoolmate, JP, dreamed of sharing their Filipino culture and upbringing through food, and decided to do their first pop-up at the Riverside Farmers Market in June 2023. With the positive response and continued support of their community, they officially started food truck operations and catering services in January 2024. Malaya Eats is proud to be a veteran-, minority-, and family-owned business.
Aren Rey brings a multifaceted skill set to Malaya with his educational background in hotel and restaurant management and work experience in cruise ship contracts, restaurant management, and military service. Jerome Paul enriches Malaya with his culinary arts education, training, and work experience from the Philippines, South Korea, and USA. Maria Therese leverages her social work education and experience to enhance Malaya’s team dynamics and community engagement.
OUR
STORY
Born and raised in Cavite, Philippines, Aren and Therese, together with their childhood friend and schoolmate, JP, dreamed of sharing their Filipino culture and upbringing through food, and decided to do their first pop-up at the Riverside Farmers Market in June 2023. With the positive response and continued support of their community, they officially started food truck operations and catering services in January 2024. Malaya Eats is proud to be a veteran-, minority-, and family-owned business.
Aren Rey brings a multifaceted skill set to Malaya with his educational background in hotel and restaurant management and work experience in cruise ship contracts, restaurant management, and military service. Jerome Paul enriches Malaya with his culinary arts education, training, and work experience from the Philippines, South Korea, and USA. Maria Therese leverages her social work education and experience to enhance Malaya’s team dynamics and community engagement.
MASARAP!
SPECIALS
CHICKEN TINOLA RAMEN
ramen noodles* and shoyu chicken* in savory chicken-ginger* stock; sprinkled with green onion. *organic ingredients
PORK STEAMED BUNS
Pork steamed buns* with shoyu au jus sauce* pickled cucumber* and chopped green onions. *organic ingredients
MASARAP!
SPECIALS
CHICKEN TINOLA RAMEN
ramen noodles* and shoyu chicken* in savory chicken-ginger* stock; sprinkled with green onion. *organic ingredients
PORK STEAMED BUNS
Pork steamed buns* with shoyu au jus sauce* pickled cucumber* and chopped green onions. *organic ingredients
MASARAP!
SPECIALS
CHICKEN TINOLA RAMEN
ramen noodles* and shoyu chicken* in savory chicken-ginger* stock; sprinkled with green onion. *organic ingredients
PORK STEAMED BUNS
Pork steamed buns* with shoyu au jus sauce* pickled cucumber* and chopped green onions. *organic ingredients
KAIN TAYO!
OUR MENU
KAIN TAYO!
OUR MENU
TAPA SANDWICH
seared organic grass-fed beef steak with fried organic cage-free egg, organic slaw with organic vinaigrette dressing, and fancy aioli in beloved’s bread brioche bun
PANCIT VEGAN
stir-fried organic wheat noodles with baked organic tofu and organic vegetables (i.e., bell pepper, broccoli, cabbage, celery, mushroom, and onion)
CHICKEN TINOLA RAMEN
ramen noodles* and shoyu chicken* in savory chicken-ginger* stock; sprinkled with green onion. *organic ingredients
LUMPIA
(6 pieces) deep fried [in rice bran oil] thin crepe filled with a mixture of organic ground chicken, onion, garlic powder, and sesame oil; served with organic sweet chili dipping sauce made from scratch
EVENTS
Check out our events calendar to see where we’re headed next!
EVENTS
Check out our events calendar to see where we’re headed next!
CATERED BY
MALAYA EATS
Producing delectable food creations using wholesome ingredients. We would love to be a part of your next wedding, dinner party, or corporate event!
CONTACT US
CATERED BY
MALAYA EATS
Producing delectable food creations using wholesome ingredients. We would love to be a part of your next wedding, dinner party, or corporate event!
CONTACT US
CATERED BY
MALAYA EATS
Producing delectable food creations using wholesome ingredients. We would love to be a part of your next wedding, dinner party, or corporate event!
CONTACT US
TRUCK LOCATER
WHERE TO FIND US
RIVERSIDE FARMERS MARKET
2055 Idlewild Drive, Reno, Nevada 89509
Sundays 9AM – 1PM
TRUCK LOCATER
WHERE TO FIND US
RIVERSIDE FARMERS MARKET
2055 Idlewild Drive, Reno, Nevada 89509
Sundays 9AM – 1PM