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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Shanghai through my iphone
For my friend S's bridal shower party, the entire barkada chipped in to treat her to visit Shanghai. Too bad not everyone was able to join the trip.
So how do you say goodbye to single hood? Booze and Food!
So how do you say goodbye to single hood? Booze and Food!
Here's a secret
I am terrified of flying. But since I love to travel....
...We all have to make sacrifices for the things we love to do.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
KL, Malaysia
My very first out of the country business trip! Luckily, my boss insisted that we stay at Le Meridian. I got to stay at the club floor too :D Front desk got our room mixed up and my boss didn't want to switch rooms anymore so...Yipee!
Due to sheer laziness I still have a bunch of unedited photos from my SLR. :P Food here are mostly the meals I've had while working with my Malaysian officemates :P
Restaurant visited :
Mr. Tom Yum
Sunway Giza Block D,
G08&G09, No. 2, JLN PJU 5/14,
Kota Damansara, 47820 PJ.
Satay stall in Kajang
Pappa Rich for Coffee bun and Ice Kacang
Little Penang Cafe, Kuala Lumpur
Lot F100 First Floor, Mid Valley Megamall, 1, Kuala Lumpur 59200
Monday, September 6, 2010
Eat all you can at Wakamatsu
We've spent 2 days diving and eating Moalboal. There, I enjoyed the watching the wall of sardines. I also saw my first whale and white-tip shark. On our way back to town I was surprise when our friend suddenly said "We're having eat all you can at Wakamatsu tonight!" like we haven't been pigging out at all.
Thinking that it's probably a buffet filled with Japanese dishes, I happily agreed. Full or not, I am not the type who'll pass up a chance to munch happily on unlimited food.
Upon entering the establishment, I noticed that it was built like a traditional japanese restaurant.
"Hmm, where on earth is the buffet table" I silently wondered.
The host led us directly to a booth enclosure, instructing us to leave our shoes outside. As we entered the booth, we were greeted by tables with hightech looking grills at the center.
"Hmm, where on earth is the buffet table" I silently wondered.
The host led us directly to a booth enclosure, instructing us to leave our shoes outside. As we entered the booth, we were greeted by tables with hightech looking grills at the center.
"Oh yakiniku style!" my tummy began to grumble in excitement.
The server handed out the menus and placed hot coals inside the grill.
We ordered numerous plates of angus beef, scallops, squid, shrimps plus sukiyaki and bibimbap! For 537 VAT inclusive per head. It wasn't a bad deal!
We ate and ordered like there was no tomorrow. Each dish was served to us raw and was already marinaded with unique Japanese sauces.
I've never had sukiyaki before. I had no idea what sukiyaki was till the server brought out
a broth simmering along with plates of raw meat, veggies and noodle. We eagerly dropped all raw ingredients in the simmering hot pot and waited a couple of minutes from everything to cook. The soup was sweet, I could taste soy sauce and mirin as well. I loved it.
Server preparing the Bibimbap on a bowl made of stone.
Bibimbap on the other hand is one of my favorite Korean dishes. According to wikipedia:
The word literally means "mixed rice." Bibimbap is served as a bowl of warm white rice topped with namul (sautéed and seasoned vegetables) and gochujang (chili pepper paste). A raw or fried egg and sliced meat (usually beef) are common additions. The ingredients are stirred together thoroughly just before eating.[2] It can be served either cold or hot.
We grilled, we dipped and we chewed to our heart's desire. I love yakiniku. I love grilling the meats on my own and promptly shoving it to my mouth ones cooked. It gives me a sense of yummy satisfaction.
Over all 2 thumbs up. Definitely worth a trip back the next time we're in Cebu :)
Wakamatsu Yakiniku, Cebu City
Pacific Square Building, F. Cabahug St., Mabolo
Cebu City, Cebu
Philippines
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Viaje del Sol: Nagcarlan Underground Cemetery, Cafe Lago, Carlito's, Mi Bonitos'
Clear morning skies, the perfect background for shooting outdoors.
It was around 10:30am when we reached the Nagcarlan Underground Cemetery. It has been said that the Katipuneros used this as their secret meeting place back in 1896.
The Cemetery looks more like a church/park. The grounds covered in lush green grass and santan shrubs. Niches surrounds the sides of the chapel.
Inside the structure is a stairway leading to the crypt proper. This burial site was intended only for the powerful during the early times. This site gave me the hibigeebies.
Freaked out and sweating, we decided it was time to grab lunch.
Cafe Lago's wooden tables, a canopy, vines, view of Sampaloc Lake and decor's calmed my nerves.
We decided to try the crispy binagoongan. It was agreed upon that the dish was wonderful and hearty. It had both important elements. Pork and Crispy texture, impossible not to satisfy our famished tummies. While we were digesting, Mandy Marino came to our table and introduced himself. He asked us about our trip, where have we been and gave stories about how Viaje del Sol came about. Too bad, we were not able to tour Lake Padin he said. I plan to call him the next time we do this trip again.
Cafe Lago
Located along Sampaloc lake
Mandy Marino
Dagatan Boulevard, San Pablo City
049 5627404
It was a sunday and we wanted to make sure that the workshop was accepting visitors. So, we decided to contact Carlito Ortega of Carlito's Workshop via SMS. "Honk long and loud" was his reply after agreeing to let us drop by.
We drove until we reached a huge metal gate, with a Carlito's sign. Honking long and loud until a lady, came to let us in.
The workshop is in the artist's home. We were led around the house to meet Carlito. A warm chatty guy met us and began preparing his metal works for our demo. He told us how he started as a corporate guy and left all of it to pursuit his dream of metal art.
He kept chatting with us while making a small metal sculpture explaining the process and inspiration behind his work.
After the demo we were served suman and his signature rice coffee ( A must try!).
Carlito Ortega Cellphone # 0919-837 7755 or (049) 5620351
Open on Saturdays. For the rest of the week, please call to give prior notice.
Entrance fee: 150/ head
I have been craving for Bonitos'. Mad cravings, dreaming about the gooey cheese and ravioli lasagna. We had to stop by before the En route back to Manila.
Mi Bonitos is a small semi hole in the wall that serves pasta made from scratch.
That being said, it is best to head on over there rather than listen to me rave about the yummy food finds in this place.
Mi Bonitos' Restaurant
Oregano St. cor. Grove St., Demarses Subd., Los Baños
Thus concludes our trip. We plan to do this again for the Rambutan festival. =) Wanna come with?
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Sampaloc Lake, Tahanan ni Aling Meding, Sulyap Cafe
After a Full stomach and an army of black ants from the Rambutan, we decided it was time to freshen up and get ready for dinner.
Once again relying of my map reading skills, I navigated us towards Tahanan ni Aling Meding, our home for the weekend.
Somehow, we took a wrong turn and ended up in the Sampaloc Lake view deck.
To get to Sampaloc Lake, use the city hall (their Kapitolyo) as your beacon because it easier to ask for directions for the city hall.
Things to watch out for: Andres Bonfacio statue, write up on the history of the lake, Clear view of the mountain across the lake.
A couple of shots later, we were on our way to Tahanan, which was a couple of minutes away from the view deck.
Tahanan ni Aling Meding struck me as a homey place to get away to.
A mansion with 2 deluxe rooms (2,000), 4 executive rooms (2,500), 2 suites (3,000), 1 honeymoon room (3,000) and a family room (3,000).
They also have an infinity pool, a view deck and is just a stone throw away from Sampaloc Lake.
Tahanan ni Aling Meding
Dagatan Blvd, Sampaloc Lake
4000 San Pablo City
Phone: (+63 49) 562-5855
Email: admin@tahanan.info
Website: www.tahanan.info
Things to look out for: Infinity pool, view, deck
It rained that night, but that didn't stop us from forging on to our dinner stop. Looking for Sulyap Restaurant was a lot more difficult. We tried getting directions from the front desk, but it only made things more confusing. All we know is that we had to get to Puregold and take a right. Armed with the trusty map, we somehow found the place.
Sulyap Gallery Cafe, showcases a vast collection of antiques and potteries. Their cuisine is a fusion of Spanish and Filipino.
Right after ordering our meal, the waiter suggested that we take a look around the gallery. Taking us on a tour was one of the waiters who also told us a little story about some of the pieces.
The gallery is also available to rent out for special functions. Right after our tour, the food was served. Too bad, I wasn't able to take a picture of our meal, it was delish! We had Kare Kareng Sugpo (400) served in a clay pot, it was good for 4 people, but being the Kare Kare monster that I am we finished the whole thing.
Sulyap Gallery Cafe
Brgy. Del Remedio, Cocoland Compound,
San Pablo City, Laguna
Tel. Nos.: (049) 562-9740 / 562-9735
http://www.sulyap.net/
Things to look our for: The entire gallery.
Once again relying of my map reading skills, I navigated us towards Tahanan ni Aling Meding, our home for the weekend.
Somehow, we took a wrong turn and ended up in the Sampaloc Lake view deck.
To get to Sampaloc Lake, use the city hall (their Kapitolyo) as your beacon because it easier to ask for directions for the city hall.
Things to watch out for: Andres Bonfacio statue, write up on the history of the lake, Clear view of the mountain across the lake.
A couple of shots later, we were on our way to Tahanan, which was a couple of minutes away from the view deck.
Tahanan ni Aling Meding struck me as a homey place to get away to.
A mansion with 2 deluxe rooms (2,000), 4 executive rooms (2,500), 2 suites (3,000), 1 honeymoon room (3,000) and a family room (3,000).
They also have an infinity pool, a view deck and is just a stone throw away from Sampaloc Lake.
Tahanan ni Aling Meding
Dagatan Blvd, Sampaloc Lake
4000 San Pablo City
Phone: (+63 49) 562-5855
Email: admin@tahanan.info
Website: www.tahanan.info
Things to look out for: Infinity pool, view, deck
It rained that night, but that didn't stop us from forging on to our dinner stop. Looking for Sulyap Restaurant was a lot more difficult. We tried getting directions from the front desk, but it only made things more confusing. All we know is that we had to get to Puregold and take a right. Armed with the trusty map, we somehow found the place.
Sulyap Gallery Cafe, showcases a vast collection of antiques and potteries. Their cuisine is a fusion of Spanish and Filipino.
Right after ordering our meal, the waiter suggested that we take a look around the gallery. Taking us on a tour was one of the waiters who also told us a little story about some of the pieces.
The gallery is also available to rent out for special functions. Right after our tour, the food was served. Too bad, I wasn't able to take a picture of our meal, it was delish! We had Kare Kareng Sugpo (400) served in a clay pot, it was good for 4 people, but being the Kare Kare monster that I am we finished the whole thing.
Sulyap Gallery Cafe
Brgy. Del Remedio, Cocoland Compound,
San Pablo City, Laguna
Tel. Nos.: (049) 562-9740 / 562-9735
http://www.sulyap.net/
Things to look our for: The entire gallery.
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