Lunch Out: Señor Pollo Makati Branch

We've always wanted to eat real food for lunch and have always been craving for chicken! When we saw the newly opened Señor Pollo while we're strolling around our office neighborhood, we sat down with no hesitation. The vibrant look and sort-of-island feel of the resto pulled us in. Here's our first impression.

wall mural, two thumbs up!

liquors leaning on brick wall, rustic 

me and fudge doing "the art of waiting" pose

here's the menu. please don't pick Vier. 

then we forgot to shoot the food 'cause we were so hungry! (please make your service fast)
Anyways, we tried their buffalo wings, sweet potato mash on sides and this winner quesadillas

sa tagal ng service, Fudge got time to have yosi break

In conclusion, I thought it would be a nice place to chill-out with friends after late party gigs. The food they serve tastes good, plus the price is reasonable. 
We'll surely come back! 

Define Cafea

A place to chill near our office, Cafea Restaurant. The cozy-uncrowded cafe feels like home to me. I can slouch, browse the web unlimited with their fast wi-fi, can request for food without standing, can take a quick nap, can watch films, and can burn time after hours. I only tried their Serendipity Iced Coffee, a sweetly blended coffee fresh from the grind with vanilla ice cream and chocolate chip on top.

If you are looking for a welcoming lovely space that is meant for good conversation, lazy afternoon and serious relaxation,
there you have it!
^_^

Cha Dao: The Way of Milk Tea

Say Hello to their welcoming bar.

Comfortably waiting for the tea while updating IOS software that only took minutes. -fast wi-fi is impressive!*wink

Chair meeting of the pink market. hihi

Cozy place with mint paint. This Sweet Wintermelon Froth Blend is a must try Its thick cream cheese is the true love on top. yummy! :)

The freedom wall filled with memos from the customers.

Cha Dao can be found almost anywhere but this branch located at Don Antonio is the one I heart. Sarap tumambay! ^_^

First Trip of the Year Goes to Baguio

Every long weekend is a big deal for young professionals who work longer hours. To make the most of it, what you need is a great escape to a breath-taking-stress-free relaxing place away from jollibee (busy bee)hehe..Going to Baguio is a great deal. Aside from its cool weather, strawberries and veggies are cheaper, even the cab rate is very honest, artsy food restos are everywhere, jeje live horses (saw one horse with pink hair, haha..), nice view from the high rising houses (minimum of 3 floors), accessible swan lake, bikes :), one stop ukay-ukay, kamsahamnida peeps, random parade, and lots of ethnic and native stuffs. Here are my favorite pics from our trip.

Mala-Amsterdam view at the Session Road 

Rise and shine this Rio view from the rooftop

Jai outside TamAwan Village

i thought his beard was fake but its real, he the keyboard that sounds like harmonica

Ria preparing breakfast

i'll miss the cool breeze and open car windows

With Ria and Jai at 50's Diner

A 2-day stay in Baguio with two fun traveler friends (Jairus and Ria) is worth it -to keep my mind sane and on-track, again. Thanks to Ria for making our itinerary. We managed to come across 13 destinations; TamAwan Village, Strawberry Farm, Burnham Park, Swan Lake, Camp John Hay, The Mansion, 50’s Dinner, Oh my Gulay, O’ Mai Khan, Mines View Park, Pizza Volante, Market Place and Ukay Paradise. And also for one memorable conversation we had on our way home. I’ll keep what she said. “You are a gift that is not yet open, you are a surprise.” and Jairus for his never ending diva lullabies, hyper energy and for sharing his Lolo’s home sweet home. 
And, thank God for our safe and smooth trip.

More photos to come on my Facebook account. :)

Food Trips Around the Metro

Let's talk about food this time. Its been quite awhile since my last post about food and recommended places. I was planing to blog each restaurants individually kaso naipon na so I decided to post it all-in-one. I took pictures before I eat and I got most of these pictures from places we normally see or heard of or never been to. I don't eat a lot unless its interesting, vanilla ice cream, watermelon, chocolate almonds, mallows, buffalo wings, fries, pizza, pasta, chopsuey, adobong atay, tiramisu or anything that is easy to chew and digest. haha..whatever. Here are the five places worth hanging out around the metro.

Subspace Coffee House at Ortigas. It started from my photo day challenge theme, "your favorite color" then I saw their slogan "have a happy purple day". I heart purple and indigo colors.

1) I love how the chairs were hang up that way, parang walang gravity. The coffee shop and its interior is inspired by Korean culture. You can hear the SuperJunior songs being played and they sell korean cd's,too. Anyeonghaseo... :)
2) Take a sip to their sweet potato hot purple latte. Its my first time to taste a purple latte. Its very smooth and sweet with sweet potato after taste.

3) I guess its a fallen star from the hanging stars from the first photo. Gusto ko nga iuwi, buti nalang its silver kung purple yun..lam na.hehe

4) The gigantic light bulb at the corner of the cafe. The shop is brilliant.. *ting

Raintree Teapresso Blends at Katipunan

The first visit: I was with my friend Ynah (who is working as a researcher for a food show at TV5). I work nearby so I recommend the place to be featured on their show. I was inspired to meet the brainchild of this hip tea business,the young entrepreneur and very pretty Kristia Bulan entertained us cheerfully with her stories on how the business came up. When we first entered the shop, the crew were very nice, matched with the aroma of the place that is so sweet.I can smell freshly baked pastry and brewed tea. They serve yummy tea's with affordable price, parang happy hour lagi. :) They also have fast wi-fi ideal for bloggers, student meetings and friends fellowship. They also provide wider space parking lot. The price ranges from 50-150php.
1) As promised, they serve freshly brewed tea always. Wait for your order as they call your name.
2) Im not sure if its Sensha Kyoto or Pearl Milk Tea. (nakalimutan na sa sarap. hehe). I first tried the Red Velvet Cake (not in picture) for free. Nakakakilig yung lasa, may spark ng strawberry blended with tea.
3) chirping like a bird.
4) the clever logo was designed by the owner.

Five Cows at Trinoma
I was here with my friend Kidilets. The colors draw me closer to that place. White and pastels works best for ice cream lovers and happy people. ^_^
1) Start counting the cows on their logo. hehe. I borrowed the five cows' hat from a crew. *trippers
2) A must-try bubble gum ice yummy cream with tiny mallows and colorful chocolate crisp toppings. Instant kilig after taste.
3) Simple menu canvass stands out on white. Price ranges from150-350php.
4) Hello to their belgian chocolate peppermint ice cream cake. One slice is good for two. :)    

 

Army Navy at Katipunan

1) Mission Accomplised! -one happy customer

2) the glorious quarter-pound beef patty Army Navy burger. Fresh from the grill ang datingan because it was wrapped in foil. hehe. Hold the burger with both hands and take a big bite!

3) try also their onion rings and freshly brewed iced tea. You'll gain weight pag di mo pinigilan.

4) after bite. =p

Starbucks Cofee at Eastwood.
A mainstream tambayan for a good coffee and also known as "tambayan ng mga sosyal". haha. Im not into coffee..dala ko parin ang kasabihan nung bata ako "pang matanda lang ang kape, Milo lang pwede sayo". Only a coffee treat pulls me here.:)
1)The ceilings and air propeller. Future plan.
2) Christmas Special Peppermint Mocha awakes me. may spark.
3) Of course the photo wall. Red wall and photographs makes me want to stay.
(on photo: Kat and Yara -officemates)
4) My first move, read magazines. :)

Added: good place + good companion + good food = good conversation
Til' our next food trip!
^_^

The Ultimate Breakfast

picture taken @readandbrew before eating

Tocilog’s sweet tocino smell, sunny side up egg and garlic rice is tempting!  It is one of the most favorable breakfast meals of many Filipinos. It is also considered as one heavy breakfast.
Take pleasure of pairing this meal with a sunshine in a cup (nescafe 3 in 1).

Have a good morning everyone. :)

GreenJoy

Affordable and tasty pizza is what Greenjoy provides to their customers. Their radiant ambiance and chillax place is simply delightful. They exclusively offer thin-crust pizzas so don’t worry about gaining carbs because you’ll burn it easily. Prices range from 55-275php (depends on what kind and size of pizza you will choose). They also offer burgers, french fries, tacos, hotdogs and pasta dishes. If you like to visit this place, I would recommend the most-frequent-ordered pizza “Super Greenjoy”. It’s a thin-crust cheesy pizza topped with ground beef, thinly-sliced mushrooms, embellished bell peppers, and pineapple tidbits. Yummeyy! And the grand size is only 275php. Believe it or not, we finished the whole pizza in 6 minutes!
I’ve known this place since we moved to Lagro, Quezon City way back in highschool. The place is just beside the known hub of Shawarma lovers called TriMo Shawarma store. Turn right and you will find Inasal Chicken with unlimited rice. Also, the popular Isawan and barbecue stands are just around the corner. Truly, Lagro Fairview is a food haven for food trippers and wise spenders. :)

Read and Brew

He's not used to on going places he hasn't been yet. Not until we found this place called Read and Brew Cafe. 

As long as I can remember, I know I've been in this place but this time it's quite special.This place can be found near our area (Fairview,Quezon City)
and it's just around the corner.They offer everything you need from coffee's to cakes and even rice meals 

with reasonable prices.
Definitely a good place for a good talk.

"Whenever we find time to spend the day together, I'll make sure I'll always bring the memories we'll have, even the not so stuff.

This is just the beginning of our journey. Expect your life will be more exciting,memorable and meaningful.

Come away with me. Happy first month my wuv.." :)