Uncovering Mary Grace Piattos: The Mystery Behind Duterte’s OVP Confidential Funds

The Mystery of Mary Grace Piattos

Mary Grace Piattos is linked to Vice President Sara Duterte‘s controversial use of confidential funds in December 2022. Her name appeared on acknowledgment receipts submitted to the Commission on Audit, leading to intrigue and speculation about her identity.

Some House of Representatives members have even offered a reward of P1 million for information on Piattos. Her anonymity has sparked much curiosity online, particularly on the Facebook pages of popular Filipino brands like Universal Robina Corporation’s Piattos snack line.

Netizens humorously speculated whether a woman in a recent Piattos advertisement could be the elusive Mary Grace. Comments ranged from compliments on her looks to playful inquiries about her whereabouts. Some suggested possible collaborations between Mary Grace Café and Piattos, intertwining both brands in the public’s mind.

Mary Grace Café is a well-loved Philippine eatery founded by Mary Grace Dimacali. It is famous for its baked goods, especially its ensaymadas and cheese rolls. The café started small but has expanded significantly, now boasting over 120 locations across Luzon.

On the other hand, Piattos is a snack made by Universal Robina Corporation, notable for its unique hexagonal shape and various flavors. The company holds a substantial market share in the Philippine snack industry.

The unusual combination of names—Mary Grace and Piattos—on the receipts has led to speculation that whoever signed them recognized the popularity of both brands. The general bet in political circles is that the actual Mary Grace Piattos will likely not appear to testify about the funds. Instead, the name symbolizes the success of Mary Grace Café and Piattos in the Philippines.