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Manna Korea Garden

2011-07-23T20:41:00.000+08:00

This time we tried Manna Korea Garden this is located near Min Sok Restaurant. Its also another 'hole-in-the-wall" Korean restaurant.

What I like about discovering hole-in-the-wall restaurants, it makes your trip worth it. Most often the owners personally assist you. The one seen on the photo is actually the owner. She speaks little English, but she smiles and smiles as she nods her head.

I can't remember the names of the dishes we ordered. Aside from the fact the menu was in Korean, I just let my friends to do the ordering since I was sooo hungry already at that time. Again, thankful to their refillable appetizers, it was served fast.

What I find interesting about Korean cuisine is it has a lot of condiments / side dish then the idea of cooking your own meats. In that way, you don't have to blame the chef of cooking your meat too long or too raw. Though this becomes a disadvantage if you are already hungry, seeing your food cook in front of you makes the cooking longer than you think. hee hee. Overall, I still love the idea.

Manna Korea Garden is located at 5650 Don Pedro Street, Makati City. Tel Nos (63-2) 897.8552, (63-2) 897.6799, (63-917) 525.6150. To get there, from Rockwell Powerplant's main street, turn right to Kalayaan. From Kalayaan, turn right on Don Pedro Street. The landmark of knowing which Don Pedro Street is when you see Ministop store. (Its after Grilla restaurant. If you reached the traffic light, you've passed it already). From Don Pedro Street, go straight until you see Manna Garden signage on your left.

Min Sok Restaurant

2011-07-12T17:09:00.002+08:00

We discovered Min Sok Restaurant when I was craving for Korean food. I just googled on the net which Korean resto to go to around Makati. With the knowledge that there are a lot of Korean restos around P.Burgos / Makati Avenue area, we picked Min Sok. It was even challenging to reach this place. Definitely a hole-in-a-wall restaurant!

A typical me when I visit an unfamiliar cuisine, I ask what the locals eat. The waitress recommended to us Bossam Jeiongsik and a noodle Nakji Myeon. When our orders came -- Whoa! the Bossam Jeiongsik was a big serving. All the small bites (appetizers) are even refillable, even the veggies but am not sure about the pork. Even the soup was included. We noticed in 2 other tables, this is the only thing they ordered plus beer.

For the Nakji Myeon noodle order, the spicy level of it was just too much for us. Recommended only for high-level spicy taste buds.

A plus for this place is the Korean owner personally showed us how to go about in mixing and eating the food. Basically get the leafy veggie, add in the pork, the paste, and any of the small dishes. Wrap it like a bun, then bite.

I enjoyed experimenting, for every leaf, mixing and matching. Each taste would come out differently combining the spices and the small bites. I realized the paste makes up for everything.

Minsok Restuarant is located at 5655 Don Pedro 23 Street corner Jacobo Street, Poblacion Makati. Tel No: (632) 895.95.86. Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday from 10:30 am to 10:30 pm. To get there, from Rockwell Powerplant's main street, turn right to Kalayaan. From Kalayaan, turn right on Don Pedro Street. The landmark of knowing which Don Pedro street is, when you see Ministop store. (Its after Grilla restaurant. If you reached the traffic light, you've passed it already). From Don Pedro Street, go straight until you see Min Sok signage. The Min Sok is located at the corner.

BO's Coffee

2011-07-10T17:57:00.003+08:00

BOs Coffee originated in Cebu, Philippines. I like hanging around their shops since its usually not crowded. I also find their coffee good and knowing that they source their beans locally, I would like to support it.

I like the idea that if you dine in, they serve your coffee in mugs. Less trash. They also serve breakfast-all-day meals and I find the price reasonable. Plus, the shop provides free wifi access and free use of their electrical outlet without electrical charge.

I usually go to their Newport City branch. They even have a meeting room that you can rent with 10 to 20 pax sitting capacity. If I am not mistaken, Newport City branch is open 24-hours or closes early AM.

Oh they have the best mango cake! Its light, not too sweet and can taste the mango. I can eat 2 slices in 1-sitting. Though this is not available all-year-round. One thing I noticed about BOs coffee, their desserts changes. I assume its because of the season.

This year, they are turning 15 years with 50 stores located nationwide. They also launched Bo's Coffee 15 and 50 promo. The promo runs every Tuesday and Thursday until July 21, 2011. From 10:00 am to 3:00 pm (Php15.00 for brewed coffee); From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm and 12 mn to 4 am (Php50.00 for all Froccino flavors).

Love your country, support Philippine business!

You can follow them in facebook http://www.facebook.com/boscoffeeclub and subscribe in their blogs http://blog.boscoffee.com. To check their official website, visit http://www.boscoffee.com. For inquiries, you can email them inquiries@boscoffee.com

The Cake Planet and Cafe

2011-06-14T17:47:00.004+08:00

The Cake Planet and Cafe is a small establishment located inside our subdivision - Better Living. Looking at it from the outside, its just another coffee shop. There are a lot of coffee shops inside our village, I have tried dining to at least 5 coffee shops inside Better Living, I can personally say this is the BEST so far. The BEST in terms of dessert and coffee.

What made me try this Cafe is because of their sign "SERVING LAVAZZA COFFEE". I just love Lavazza Italian coffee. We got to chat with the owner when we were there. He said their coffee maker is one-of-the-few who uses that type of coffee machine. I just love their Frappes. So far I have tried 3: The one with Java chips, white chocolate and mocha. All I highly recommend! :-)

From the love of drinking Lavazza coffee to trying their desserts, this totally changed the "just another coffee shop - mentality" to being a regular customer and even to the point, craving for their cakes. yum! yum!

The photo shown above is a must-try. They call it Mango Empress (Php140/slice). You won't find this at their dessert window display, since it has to be kept in a freezer. This is a thicker type of mango torte. With nuts, chewy meringue crust, and cream.

For those who wants to indulge in desserts, must-try are: Turtle Pie (Php100/slice), Banoffee Pie, and Macademia Sansrival (Php150/slice). I am not a chocolate lover, but I enjoyed the taste of the Turtle Pie and to me, its not too sweet. On cheesecake, I have tried the blueberry and white chocolate cheesecake, I think this isn't their specialty.

We learned that they create and make their own cakes, they even supply for other coffee shops and restaurants. That's why you can order whole cakes by dropping by their store or order in advance to make sure, they have it ready.

They also serve pasta, cookies and sandwiches. Pasta prices ranges from Php180 to Php250. Cake slices ranges from Php90 to Php150.00. Free WIFI access. Plugging on their electrical outlet has a fee of Php30/hour.

Absolutely a place for sweet lovers who wants to indulge on desserts and coffee!

The Cake Planet and Cafe is located at #91 Dona Soledad Avenue, Better Living Subdivision, Paranaque. Opens daily. Mon to Sat: 1:00 pm to 1:00 am. Sun: 4:00 pm to 11 pm. (In front of Sinangag Express / Boheur / Sieg Restaurant. There is a PNB-Bicutan branch beside their cafe.). For orders: (632) 621.28.57 or (63915) 449.31.19

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Banoffi Pie

Mango Empress

Marcia Adams' Restaurant, Tagaytay

2011-04-18T19:13:00.038+08:00

What makes Marcia Adams' restaurant different is its Tuscany-inspired theme. I have never been to Italy but the bright yellow-orange cement walls, old stones on cement walls, antique cement floor tiles, old-wooden furniture, stained glass windows, wooden door arches and surrounding wild garden made the place picturesque. As I verbally shared to the couple, in every corner of your restaurant, there is an artistic touch.

The place is run by Neil and Marcia Adams. Who were both very hospitable and chatty. I came to know that Marcia is the one cooking and the one who made the flower arrangements. While Neil is the one who is well-versed with the plants & flowers in their garden. The furnitures they are using were also made from within. There is a carpentry shop in the garden. They use old furniture and create a new furniture. They produce on a by order basis.

I am impressed that from the gate entrance we were welcomed by one of their attendants and upon leaving we were accompanied to the gate by the couple themselves. It gave me the warm-feeling that is like I visited a friend's house.

Even though, personally I think the food is just ok, its the relaxing ambiance especially the warm service by the couple made my dining experience delightful and unforgettable. Its definitely a place to unwind, relax and bond with your loved ones. Looking forward to their future expansion and making the restaurant a Bed and Breakfast venue.

Their menu prices ranges from Php700.00 to Php900.00. It includes appetizer, dessert and non-alcoholic drink. Plus the 10% service charge. Cash payment only. Reservations is a must. Contact (63-917) 801.1456

How to get there: Drive all the way to Tagaytay. Turn right at the Tagaytay Rotonda. Go all the way to Alfonso, Cavite. You will pass Petron, Mushroom Burger, Shell gas station, Total gas station. As you see Residence Inn on your left and the Tagaytay arch with Pineapples with the "Thank You Come Again” (turn right).

You should see a sign leading to Ville Sommet and other signage there. On that street, look for stone wall with wooden gate (its on the left side of the road)

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Lan Zhou La Mien

2011-04-15T23:23:00.001+08:00

Steamed Dumpling

Beef Lamien

Lan Zhou La Mien is a noodle and dumpling house located in Chinatown, Binondo. This is being run by TDKs or the Chinese businessman who really came from mainland China. You would see that their clients are also from Mainland China / Taiwan since majority of their customers speaks the Mandarin language. That’s how authentic this place is!

As a Chinese translation “La Mien” means hand-pulled noodles. Their menu is quite simple: noodles and dumplings. It’s a comfort food for the Chinese and prices are very affordable.

What caught my attention about this place is they make their own noodles. So you are sure your noodles are served fresh. Actually, they only prepare your noodles once you order. The servings are big enough for 1 person but not enough for 2 persons.

A must-see! Watch how they prepare the noodles from their glass window. From a lump of dough, they roll, pull, and toss it up to the air. Doing it repeatedly until it breaks to strands. Magic! This is actually my first time to see how the noodles were made.

Another interesting experience, they have unlimited spicy condiments available. Imagine 4-kinds! Chili powder with pepper (photo: red cap bottle), Sweet and Hot sauce (photo: white cap bottle), Hot Regular (photo: black cap bottle), and Chili Oil (photo: metal container). Don’t worry the soup being served isn’t chili at all. They let their guests be the one to add spices on their meals. They also have bowls of chopped spring onions and cilantro (wansoi).

Chili powder with pepper (red cap bottle),
Sweet and Hot sauce (white cap bottle),
Hot Regular (black cap bottle),
Chili Oil (photo: metal container) and
Black Vinegar on the brown bottle

Don’t expect much on the surroundings, I think all hole-in-the-wall fast food in Binondo provides this kind of ambiance.

Very interesting experience!

Lan Zhou La Mien is located at 499 San Fernando Street, Binondo, Manila. They have another branch at 819 Benavidez Street, Binondo, Manila.

Chewy Junior Cream Puff

2011-03-23T01:05:00.004+08:00

CHEWY JUNIOR is now in Greenbelt 3, Makati!! :-)

For those who are not familiar with Chewy Junior, it originated in Singapore (That's what I know). I fell in love with this cream puff snack when I visited my sister in Singapore in 2009. There is a stall at the MRT near her place. You can smell the aroma of their baking and I always see people buying considering its S$1.00 per piece. I initially tried 1 piece but I have to come back and buy more. I would buy them in 3s, bring it home and eat 1 piece everyday.

What makes this cream puff unique among other cream puff I tried in my life is its crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Then the bread is chewy inside and for me the cream filling is not that sweet compared to how it looks like. I usually eat 2 pieces in one-sitting but worried of the calories it will give me if I eat more than 2 :-) Yummy!

Prices: Php45.00 each. You can also buy in boxes. Box of 3s - Php119,00, Box of 6s - Php226, and 12s - Php439.

Aside from their branch in Greenbelt 3, Makati. They have branches in Trinoma, SM Mall of Asia and SM Megamall and SM Cebu. Follow them in facebook. http://www.facebook.com/ChewyJrPhilippines

Lace Cookies

2011-02-13T03:39:00.002+08:00

I discovered about Les Chocolateries lace cookies when I was house-sitting at my Aunt's house. The thinness and crispiness of the cookie makes you want to eat more and more. When you bite it, there is something in the cookie, I couldn't tell if its oatmeal or coconut + the thin spread of chocolate, it just tastes sooo good. I think I can eat half of the 300g in one-sitting. What more for chocolate lovers?

The Lace Cookies have 3 flavors: white, semi-sweet and dark. There is a package that you can order all 3 flavors in 1 container. But the DARK is my favorite. It comes in 2 types of containers: 300g which costs around Php400+ and 600g at Php600+

If you haven't tried this, its highly recommendable! Eat them cold.

Les Chocolateries Lace Cookies is being sold at DON MERTO'S Deli Restaurant. Located at 118A, Upper Ground Floor, The North Wing, SM City, Cebu City. Tel Nos. +63.32.236.29.34

Sze-Chuan House, Aloha Hotel

2011-01-20T01:18:00.001+08:00

Dining at Sze-Chuan House, Aloha Hotel has been part of our childhood memories. I remember, every year we would eat here during the Holidays all because the owner of this establishment is my brother's Ninong. This year we decided to dine here again to relive the memories plus my sister is here visiting from the US, and today is my birthday. This time, as a paying customer - though they still gave us discount :-)

It is from this restaurant where I discovered about Sze Chuan shrimps and the Fried String Beans. Which became my all-time-favorite. I even have this notion that they are the only one who can best cook these 2 viands. Well I think they are not the best, after being exposed to other Sze Chuan type of cooking, but I still use them as my benchmark. :-)

We also LOVE the silver roll fried bread. Well its supposed to match with pork knuckles but we aren't fond of it, so we didn't order it anymore.

They are the chinese restaurant who have Small, Medium, Large servings in their menu. This is good for small or big diners. Our orders were all SMALL and it was just enough.

The photos shown are: Spinach Cream with Seafood Soup Php330, Stir Fried Beef Tenderloin (chinese style) Php250, Fried String Beans Php160, Stuffed Tofu with Brown Sauce Php180, Stir Fried Shrimp with Hot Pepper 240, Silver Roll - Fried Bread 75

Sze-Chuan House, Aloha Hotel is located along 2150 Roxas Boulevard cor Quirino Avenue, Malate, Manila. Tel Nos +632.526.80.88. http://www.alohahotel.net.ph

Ang Tunay Beef House

2011-01-16T19:45:00.037+08:00

We always hear "Ang Tunay" from my Papa. Ang Tunay is actually his favorite eatery/tambayan in Binondo at which I have never been to. During his last few months alive, and up to the point he can't barely walk, he would still want to go and eat at Ang Tunay. So in memory of my Papa, one Sunday, we all went down to Binondo and had our lunch there.

Per my experience, I couldn't see what he loves in that place. I guess its because its a typical chinese fast food in Binondo. Plus the good service being given to him (He has his own spot/table). Though I noticed they have a wide-range of menu. There are ready to eat meals which is displayed at the counter, then there are the "for order" meals posted on the menu board wall.

The waitress who always assists my Papa said my Papa always order the Pork Knuckles and the Pork Adobo. The pork adobo really looks good. Was tempted to try it but we ordered a lot already.

After being exposed to "Ba Chang" all my life. I learned that day that there are different types of it. In Ang Tunay they have 2 types. Which is TAO CHANG (red string), recommended for non-pork eaters. The sticky rice is mixed either with beans or mushroom or chicken. And MA CHANG (yellow string) is sticky rice mixed with mushroom or pork.

With all our orders, the fish (Lapu-Lapu) is what I really like. Though per my standards, I find the meals too oily which is common in chinese eateries, that's why drinking hot tea is a must.

This place is recommendable for people who wants to explore chinese day-to-day food. Some of them, I can't even imagine trying.

Shown in the photos are: Lapu-Lapu Php250, Kimachay Php55, Pork Ears Php80, Oyster Soup Php130, Pansit Misua Php130, Tofu (Mapu) Php55, Rice Php20, Ma Chang/Tao Chang Php65

Ang Tunay Beef House is open daily. Mon to Sat: 7:30 am to 9:00 pm. Sunday: 7:30 am to 2:00 pm. It is located at 825 Gandara Street, Sta Cruz, Manila. Tel No. +632.733.11.06

Felix

2010-12-14T02:22:00.000+08:00

I enjoyed my dining experience at Felix. Felix is another restaurant by Chef Florabel. Its a restaurant I am willing to go back. Though between Salmon and St Pierre, the St Pierre is a better choice.

As for the dessert, it looks very appealing, though the sweets are "too sweet" for my palette. We had an experience wherein my friends' juice drink tasted bland. We called their attention, and they automatically changed it. Then the server went back to ask if we find it ok already. For me, that is good service.

The photos shown are: St Pierre (Dory) PHp425, Samurai -Kabutoni Style (Salmon) Php499, Marion Php195, Isamu (Crepe Samurai) Php160.

Felix is located at Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati. Tel Nos. +632.729.90.62

Chocolate Fire

2010-09-14T01:23:00.004+08:00

Chocolate Fire by its name serves all Belgian chocolate treats. From appetizer, sandwiches, drinks to dessert.

What I find cute is they have this long glass counter where you can buy on-the-spot chocolate goodies. Name it they have it - different flavors & variations of belgian chocolate. From chocolate bars to potato chips, strawberries, cherries, gummy bears, dates, marshmallows, lollipops, frozen banana, they even have cornflakes & popcorn. Its awesome! :-) The fact that I am not fond of chocolates, it tempted me to try and proud to say I've been there twice! For sure this is heaven for chocolate lovers! The chocolate melts in your mouth - for me the dark chocolate goodies is worth it :-)

Oh they have non-chocolate sandwiches, pasta & coffee/tea in the menu for those who are allergic to chocolates :-) There is also free wifi access.

The photos shown below are: cup of hot chocolate with mallows Php120 + Php20, brown cow float Php150, cheesecake around Php200.00, dipped pringles Php15 each, choc bar Php180/100 grams

Chocolate Fire is located at the G/F PDCP Building. Leviste corner VA Rufino Street (formerly Herrera), Salcedo Village, Makati City. (Its near Starbucks Valero but Herrera is one-way so one should take the route from Makati Sports Club) Tel Nos. +632.840.FIRE (3473). www.chocolatefire.com Join them in Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Makati-Philippines/Chocolate-Fire/39912711571

SOMS Noodle House

2010-09-05T21:51:00.017+08:00

I have been hearing about Soms for years - they said it's good food and cheap. Though be ready since it Al Fresco dining.

When we got there yes its the canteen-type of dining. You order at the counter, pay, you get a table number and later they serve. Its supposedly Thai food apparently it doesn't seem that way. I think its been catered to Filipino taste buds. We didn't get to eat anything spicy. Though I am not complaining, the food is still good. Btw, you have 2 options to sit inside which has air conditioning or outside non-air con.

We paid Php500.00 for the order of Thai spring rolls, Shrimp Fried Rice and Pork with Garlic.

I am a spring roll lover, whenever I see spring rolls in the menu, I order it. I like Soms spring rolls - crunchy and crispy and the sauce is unique chili tomatoes (which I like). But my friend said, its like Lumpiang Shanghai. ha! ha! true :-)

SOMS Noodle house is located at 5921 Alger St. Poblacion, Makati City. Tel No. +632 757.8079 (Its the 1st street if you'll be coming from Rockwell) It's hard to find the place if you will look at the streets, but if you ask the people along the road, they all know where :-)

Claudette's

2010-08-21T01:57:00.000+08:00

To me Claudette's cheesecake is one the best cheesecake I've tried in my entire life. Well next to Itallianis' cheesecake :-). Its been 10 years since I first discovered Claudette's desserts. Its actually my therapy if I am having a bad day. Claudette's was just a 5-minute walk from where I used to work. Just like today, luckily I had an appointment within the area, I can't resist to pass by Claudette's and grab a slice. Their Toblerone cheesecake is my ever-favorite. Apparently the attendant packed me a Blueberry cheesecake eventhough I ordered Toblerone. I guess she didn't hear me right and I didn't bother to check the package until I reached the house. Ha ha.

I also highly recommend "Dolly Sin" if you are fond of chocolate flavors. They also serve lunch / dinner meals.

Claudette's location: G/F, Easton Place. Valero Street cor VA Rufino Street. Salcedo Village (It's right beside Starbucks Valero). Tel Nos. (632) 843.39.96, (632) 843.39.65

Tender Bob's

2010-08-14T03:30:00.003+08:00

This month, Tender Bob's is offering 10% discount as they celebrate their 10th year. One of my FB friends got tagged on their anniversary flyer. This encouraged me to grab the offer and try the new branch at Greenbelt 2, Makati.

I am sooo satisfied with my order (US short ribs). Sooo tender and tasty. Perfectly yummy! :-) Just recalling and writing about it is making me crave and I want to go back and eat again :-)

Tender Bob's branches: Greenbelt 2 (632) 501.3717, Greenhills Promenade (632) 726.2328, Shangrila Mall 6th Level, (632) 638.7161 and SM North Edsa The Block (632) 442.0129. For Deliveries: Just dial 2121212

Ginzadon: Japanese and Korean Restaurant

2010-03-07T17:17:00.009+08:00

this is a new Japanese/Korean restaurant in Maxims Hotel beside the Resorts World casino. we went there specifically to try the food.

we tried the following; Maguro Sashimi Php390, Shake Sashimi Php420, Cali Ura Maki 150, Japchae 350, quite peppery, Dak Kang Jung 400 - sweet and sour chicken. I liked this one. Nak Ji Bok Keum 550 - this is the one with baby squid, its soooooo spicy! Prices here don't include the Service charge, 12% vat and local tax. There is a local tax since it's inside a hotel.

I wasn't able to look at the menu as I was so hungry. I simply ate what my friends ordered. they made the observation that there were more Korean than Japanese dishes on the menu.

I enjoyed my meal. I liked both Japanese and Korean dishes are being served. it's a good mix. This place is seemingly targeted to people who go to the Casino which is visible from the restaurant. as you exit, you enter the Casino.

Ginzadon is located at the 2nd Floor, Maxims Hotel, 10 Newport Boulevard,Newport City Complex, Pasay City. Tel No: 988.99.99

Tokyo Café

2010-02-28T15:49:00.015+08:00

One thing I noticed about the place is that they have a wide range of desserts - a Variety of ice cream parfaits, crepes, cheesecakes.

To me Tokyo Cafe by its name is very Japanese yet they serve western food, such as, pasta, sandwich, salad, burgers, pizza and coffee. the modern ambiance, the all-white concept, and bright lighting which I like, give an aura of class yet it's casual dining.

Tokyo Café have branches in The Piazza, Mc Kinley Hills in Taguig, SM North, and SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City.

Chef Laudico Bistro Filipino

2010-02-08T01:30:00.019+08:00

I've heard about this place for years. Finally, I experienced dining in Chef Laudico Bistro Filipino ;-) My friends, Schel and Janzen, celebrated their son’s baptism there.

We had the brunch buffet which is offered on weekends. The set-up is you order from the menu and they’ll prepare it for you. They serve it fine-dining style (just look at my photos). It's best to order 3-5 dishes from the start so that they are served one after the other. Be careful, as the policy is clean-plate and no sharing.

I really loved the food! I tried the 3 kinds of mango salad (which is my favorite), Sisig basket, Prito Trio, Angus Roast Beef with Tomato Salsa Pandeninis, Paella Stuffed Squid, Wagyu and Lengua Estofado, Calamari with Crab Roe, US Angus Beef Karekare. Next time I think I’ll skip the pandeninis so I can try other dishes. The bread came in 4 pcs (quite heavy). And for dessert, Banana Q Tart and Deconstructed Sans Rival. I was sad as they ran out of Maja Blanca cheesecake as I was about to have some. ;-( Next time.

The taste is distinctive. I am not a cook so I really can’t tell exactly. It tastes somewhat like sampalok or calamansi? The brunch buffet is perfect for people like me who love to eat and eat in style. Ha, ha. Definitely I would love to go back. I recommend the 3-mango salad. It’s best to make a reservation.

Chef Laudico Bistro Filipino is located at Ground Floor net 2 Building, 3rd Avenue, Fort Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. (You’ll see Siemens sign on top of the building).Tel Nos. 856.06.34 or 856.05.41. Mobile 0917800CHEF (2433). Website http://www.cheflaudico.com.ph

Mr. Jones

2010-01-29T12:24:00.016+08:00

I noticed that Mr. Jones is always packed that's why it got me curious to try the restaurant. From the outside it shows "Diner" concept. That's why at first I was hesitant to try. Thinking of Diner, to me means 'big servings', 'american food'.

Our orders were kinda mixed. I find it hard to mix and match their food (appetizer, main course, sidings). We initially ordered the appetizer- and the tapa meal. But this wasn't sufficient for us so we ordered the fries. Yet I was still hungry, then we ordered the French Toast. Now it became too much.

Among all our orders, I like the French Toast (but I think its quite rich for dinner - hee hee). Just looking at the photo - there is syrup, cream, there is actually chocolate and jelly in between toast. Plus the sweetened banana. But it tasted soooo good :-) Though I scrapped out some of the chocolate filling since I find it too sweet already and I am not really fond of chocolate.

Well since its a Diner, ofcourse FLOATS and SHAKES are in their menu. And they have various flavors ;-)

I find this cute... while we were waiting for our table. You'd see transparent bottles at the counter. Inside it are top (turumpo), jackstones, stress balls, etc. The attendant shared it with us... its basically for guests who are waiting for their table - to keep them occupied. Nice idea :-)

I would definitely go back again ;-)

Mr. Jones is located at the Ground level, Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati City. Tel No (02) 501.36.82 to 83

(photos in slideshow: Banana Cream Shake Php175, Rootbee Float Php150, Tapa overload Php295, Shrimp Scampi P250, French Fries P125, French Toast P295)

Stackers Burger Cafe

2010-01-25T03:59:00.007+08:00

I came across Stackers Burger Cafe when I was driving around Mc Kinley Hill in Fort Bonifacio.

I noticed there is a new well-lighted structure --- so I drove near it and noticed its a new mall :) - The Venice Piazza Mall. By its name, the mall is of venetian concept. I find it really nice.

I chose Stackers since its new to me and I felt like eating burgers at that time. Apparently, they have another branch in Libis already.

Hmmm..... I can relate it with Brother's burger. What is nice and something new is you can "choose your own sauce".

I also like the idea that they serve shakes. Well, am fond of shakes! :-) But personally, I prefer Brother's burger pattie and bun.

One great thing about this joint is they are open 24/7!

Stackers Burger Cafe is located at the G/F of The Venetian Piazza Mall, Mc Kinley Hill, Fort Bonifacio. Tel No. (02) 709.99.99

(Top Photo: Cheeze Burger Php118.00, Strawberry Milkshake Php135.00)

6404 Camia Street: You Jie Xiao Chao 游姐小炒

2010-01-19T00:25:00.029+08:00

I can say this is an AUTHENTIC chinese resto in Makati City.

But don't expect too much. The ambiance is very very simple. Its like the dimsum places/chinese fast food you'd see in Binondo. But I think the interiors are pretty clean compared to some outlets in Binondo. Well plus the fact you don't need to travel down town in order to taste a good chinese cooking.

If you love chinese food then this is the place to go. Its owned by a married couple who came from China (well you can really see that they are from China). They don't talk to customers unless you are one of them--- or can speak their language). Good thing they have 2 types of menu. One in all chinese, and another menu that have pictures and english titles. Don't worry because they also have filipina waitress who will take your orders, but the billing / payment will be done by the Chinese owners.

Food: I liked all our orders. The string beans, the beef was good too but too spicy for my taste, and I really liked the shrimps! PLUS eat-all-you-can RICE. But this wasn't informed to us, they'll just tell you to go and get your rice directly to the rice cooker.

The way I see it, its like a typical home cooking for a chinese household. Its the sauces that they put that's why it tastes very chinese :-)

Hmmm am not sure if its just coincidental, but out of our 3 orders, 2 of them are spicy. I think their cooking style is really spicy. So warning for the non-spicy eaters.

Try not leave tips for the waiters/waitress...

How to spot the resto: There is really NO SIGNAGE in front NOR A HOUSE NUMBER. When we went there, we passed it so we have to turn around and go back. So when going there try to allocate extra time to locate the place :-)

When you are along Camia Street, just focus on your right. When you see a row of 2-story white houses slow down. Its beside "Coznuts Salon". That can be your landmark. The house that has a white gate and Koppel air condition is the restaurant.

You Jie Xiao Chao 游姐小炒 is located at #6404 Camia Street, Guadalupe Viejo, Makati City. Tel Nos. 0915.4252972, 0927.7876999

very chinese... spare"rips" :-)

Chinese Menu :-)

Eat Well! Delicious Kitchen

2010-01-10T23:15:00.001+08:00

I love mango sago and almond jelly. What more if the 2 desserts were combined :). That's what I've discovered in Eat Well. They serve Chilled almond jelly with mango sago. First time I tried it.. I had 2 servings in one-sitting and I am craving for more. he he

Eat Well has 2 branches: 1. Bonifacio Global City. Unit C Ground Level, Net Quad Bldg., 30th-31st St., Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila. 2. Greenhills Commercial Center (beside Sugi and Pancake House).

OMAKASE

2009-12-19T03:58:00.005+08:00

I discovered Omakase japanese cuisine from my friends who lives in the South. The place seems popular even though you have to find your way to get there.

I don't really know how to assess Japanese cuisine like knowing whether if its authentic or not. But what I can share is every time I visit this restaurant, I order something new. I have visited Omakase 3 times and I never had any negative reviews. I like the idea that they have a wide-range of menu and it does encourage me to order a japanese item that is not familiar to me.

Omakase Japanese Cuisine is located at Casa Susana, Alabang Town Center, Muntinlupa City. Tel Nos. (02) 771-1443

(Top photo: Spider Maki P230. Below: Unagi Kabayaki P295, Fried rice P60, Zaru Soba P185, Chirashi P270, Oyster Sashimi P240, Agedashi Tofu P110)

HOLY COW CHOPHOUSE

2009-11-30T12:25:00.007+08:00

I seldom go to Trinoma Mall due to its distance. So when I go there, I try to dine to restaurants that doesn't have a branch in Makati / Alabang.

Ordered Boneless US Beef Ribs Barbecue Php340.00. I actually liked my order. The ribs were sweetly marinated, cooked just right, tender and tasty.

They just need to add in their menu refillable drinks. An order of ice tea costs 85.00 no refill. Even though its a huge glass you'll be tempted to compare it to its neighboring joint - Jack's loft fish bowl ice tea is at 110.00. The drink is maybe at least triple in volume - one will definitely be tempted to order from the other side.

Anyway, hope they will consider adding a refillable drink in their menu, anyhow other American food chains here in Manila offers them.

Me and my friend hanged around for at least 2 hours and the attendants never shooed us nor bugged that we need to order more. Overall am content with the food and the service.

Holy Cow Chophouse is located at the 4th floor of the Trinoma Mall, North EDSA, Quezon City

Grilled US beef Brochetta Php395.00

Breads are free appetizers

KENNY ROGERS ROASTERS

2009-11-24T23:16:00.001+08:00

Its been awhile since I last ate in Kenny Rogers (I think its been at least 2 years since I last ate there)... I can say due to their AD promotions lately -- (they have a billboard along SLEX), Kenny Rogers became on top of my mind again.

We dined in Kenny Rogers that's located in one of the gasoline stations in NLEX. Kenny Rogers is famous for its Roasted Chicken (its very peppery in taste). For me, my favorite in Kenny Rogers is their corn muffins. But I think I am the only one who loves their muffins. ha ha. I love buying and eating their corn muffins since I was in college - hmmm that was maybe at least 15 years ago

We ordered the group meal - Php575.00. It comes with whole chicken, rice, 4 side dish, 4 muffins and a pitcher of ice tea. I think this was really a good deal.

I can say that over the years, Kenny Rogers has been consistent on its taste and quality.

Kenny Rogers website: http:www.kennys.com.ph