Babemike’s Empowered Path:
Transitioning From Shawarma Craftsman To Homeowner
Creating A Dream
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There’s a special place called ‘Babemike’ that makes yummy shawarma. They started making it on October 8, 2014, when you could only get shawarma at the mall. But then, they had an idea! They decided to sell shawarma on the street to see if people would like it. Their shawarma is different because it’s made from real beef, not ground meat. They cook the beef until it’s super tasty, like how you cook barbecue, and then they slice it up and put it in the shawarma. They also have two yummy sauces – one is white and tastes like garlic, and the other one is spicy. So, their shawarma is extra special because it’s made with real beef and has delicious sauces!
| Shawarma Menu | Price |
|---|---|
| Shawarma | 50 |
| Shawarma with Cheese | 60 |
| Shawarma rice | 70 |
| Shawarma rice all meat | 85 |
| Shawarma all meat | 75 |
Where do we see Babemike?
The location is in Ocampo Street, Malate, Manila, Philippines, in front of the Philippines Sports Commission. They will really feel motivated to eat here because it’s windy, with a relaxed vibe. We chose this spot because it’s surrounded by trees, spacious, and cool spot.
Most of the customers are
- Hardworking Riders
- Office workers
- Student from LaSalle, Adamson, St. Scholastica and Lyceum
Students really come here because they visit when they are on a low budget.
Business Struggles and Conflicts that they experienced
When they first began selling shawarma, the weather didn’t want to cooperate. It kept raining, and the shawarma would get all wet. It rained so much that there was a whole week when it rained every single day. The person told their spouse that it felt like maybe shawarma wasn’t meant for them because every time they went outside, they got wet from the rain.
Here goes the problem
Some folks laughed and teased them, saying that the shawarma turned into soup because of the rain. But even with all the funny comments, they didn’t get upset. They decided to stay positive and hoped that the rain would stop soon, so they could keep selling their yummy shawarma.
Planning to resolve it
The diligent couple talked together, and one said to the other, “Let’s make our sauce taste even better!” Before, the sauce had too much garlic taste. So, they changed it and thought, “We’re Filipinos, let’s make it taste like Filipino food!” They worked on it and on the third day, they made 1,500 pesos. After that, they started earning even more – 2,000, 3,000 pesos. People began to notice them and like their shawarma. Now, they have two places where they sell shawarma. No matter if it’s raining or sunny, lots of people come to buy from them.
Now, the Action they made and the result
One day, some people passing by started buying their tasty food, one by one. At first, they only got 150 pesos, which wasn’t a lot. The next day, they made 300 pesos, but it still didn’t seem like they were making enough. It was tough, and they were spending more money than they were making. But they didn’t give up. They kept trying until they figured out what to do. In this business, you have to keep trying and not give up. You need to be patient and work hard. If you do that, things will get better, and you’ll see good results.
“Life is like the weather; sometimes it’s sunny, sometimes it’s rainy. When it’s rainy and tough, just keep going and don’t give up. Eventually, the rain will stop, and things will get better.” – Strella Daclan Amurao
Babemike’s Shawarma Ways to win
They decided to make some changes and thought, “Since we’re Filipinos, why not add a special Filipino taste?” So, they made the changes they needed to.
The shawarma they make is special because it’s made from real beef. It’s not too expensive, and it comes with everything you need for a yummy meal – rice, meat, and veggies. This way, you get a lot of food without spending too much money. Their rice is also affordable, perfect for many people.
Simplified techniques that Babemike’s Shawarma used to win and succeed in business:
- Yummy Meat
Babemike’s Shawarma used super special meat for their yummy shawarma that was different from others. They cooked it just right, like a barbecue, to make it extra tasty! - Tasty Sauce
They made the sauce for the shawarma taste really good. They even changed it a bit to make it taste like the food we love in our country! - Good Price
Babemike’s Shawarma made sure their food was not too expensive, so lots of people could enjoy it. It’s like getting a big treat without spending too much money! - Keep Trying
Even when things got tough, like rainy days, they didn’t give up. They kept trying and working hard, and eventually, everything got better. - Make Food Better
They made their shawarma taste even better by changing things a little. That made more people want to eat it because it was so yummy! - Food Stand Fun
Instead of selling shawarma in big malls, they set up a little shop on the street. It was like a fun outdoor picnic, and people loved it! - Nice Place to Eat
They found a cool spot to sell their shawarma, where the wind blows and trees make it feel nice. It’s like having a snack in a breezy park! - Smile and Try
Even when things were tough, they kept smiling and trying their best. Just like when we keep trying to build a tall tower with blocks, they kept going until it worked! - Make Friends Happy
Babemike’s Shawarma made food that friends really liked. They made sure to give them food they could afford and eat happily. - Happy Thoughts
They always thought happy thoughts, even when things were tricky. They remembered that rain goes away and the sun comes out again, just like our smiles! - Tell Friends
Friends liked the yummy shawarma so much that they told other friends about it. It’s like sharing our favorite toys with friends and having even more fun together! - More and More Yummy Food
Because so many friends loved their shawarma, they made more and more of it. That way, lots of people could enjoy the tasty food!
Babemike’s Shawarma used these simple tricks to make their delicious shawarma famous and have lots of happy friends who loved eating it. Just like how we share and have fun with friends, they shared their yummy food and had a great time too!
View the whole inspiring story at: Tikim TV| Manila Street Food, Documentary Series: KANTO STYLE SHAWARMA sa TAFT MNL