Buko ni Juan

Naturally Refreshing

February 17, 2013

After some hours of walking around at the Seri Fantasy World at the second level of Manila Ocean Park, we're glad to get some refreshments from Buko Juan. We've heard that they make the best buko shakes in town, so we didn't hesitate to get a sip of their concoction.

Their products are fairly priced and we can attest that indeed, their buko shake is the best one around! It's a perfect mixture of sweetness, freshness, and authentic buko bits. 

Shiro Shiro Japanese Restaurant

Early Lunch

February 17, 2013

After attending the Sunday Mass at Ermita Church, we decided to go for a walk at Roxas Boulevard and to also have our brunch. Actually, we already had a food place in mind but then we were enticed by this restaurant.

Judging from its door entrance, we were surprised to see that it's actually spacious inside.

On the left side are the typical table settings.

There are also these Japanese settings for that authentic Asian vibe.

Depictions of railway stations line the restaurant floor.

French Toast and Chips served on a tile

Atchara, Dilis, Dried Fish, and Sunny Side Up served on a plate

Brunch is served! :)

Shiro Shiro Japanese Restaurant is located at the G/F Boulevard Hotel & Residential Suites, 1440 Roxas Boulevard, Ermita, Manila.

Sizzling Plate

Dinner at the Food Court

February 16, 2013

Early dinner before we watched the first installment of the 4th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition at the Mall of Asia.

Salted Egg and Eggplant

Stuffed Squid

Gandiva Sports and Cafe

On Learning Archery

February 16, 2013

We are always into trying something new. This time, we headed to Pasig for an ala Hunger Games experience.

Archery is something that I didn't even imagine that I'll be able to try. But here it is!

The basics were taught to us -- the stance, how to look at the target, and how to prepare yourself to shoot (hand under chin).

We availed their Valentine promo so we had this extra activity after the basic training. We were tasked to pop 3 balloons out of 9, with only 6 arrows at hand. We were able to burst the bubbles after 3 consecutive aims and we just used our remaining arrows to play around.

Still included in the promo are some good food to share. It has been a wise decision for us to make a reservation since the Valentine promo and the walk-in rate were just the same, but availing the promo made a big difference!

 

One of the balloons left unpopped.

Valentine-themed 

Look at how tofu can be this enticing! It's equally good as how you see it.

Healthy pasta plate

Raspberry sparklers

Our prize, along with keychains at the next photo, from the Valentine promo activity.

We were the only customers at the restaurant at that time so we had this spacious spot.

Desserts! Red Velvet Cupcakes and Hot Chocolate placed on cute cups.

Gandiva Sports and Cafe is located at 7/F One Corporate Center Building, Julia Vargas St. cor. Meralco Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City.

Davao Tuna Grill

Lunch at the Food Express

February 16, 2013

Lunch before the archery experience.

Sinigang na Bangus

Tuna Sisig

My Mother's Garden

Valentines Escape

February 14, 2013

Pick your own spot in the house, either in the garden or in one of its spacious rooms.

Each table is laden with flowers including a candle for a truly romantic dinner experience.

The buffet table boasts itself with a mighty chandelier to lighten up the mood.

Filled with antique furniture, rooms give couples a slow and lasting evening feel.

Garden salad goes well with three choices of dressings, mango, pineapple, or coriander.

Create your own combination of pasta and sauce of freshly crushed tomatoes, basil pesto, olives, or chorizo.

The main entree, house's specialty Mustard Chicken, is served with either white or brown rice. Also available is the Sauteed Shrimps with tomatoes (not in the photo).

Time for sweets after meal as the dessert sampler plate was served. Try out the carrot cake, so moist and yummy!

Another simpler buffet table is found in the living room.

My Mother's Garden is located at 2650 Zamora St., Pasay City.

Icebergs Chocolate Spoon

Time for Dessert
February 9, 2013

Dessert time after the dinner at Recipes. These two food places are just a couple of steps away at Robinsons Place Manila - Midtown Wing.

Classic Banana Split.

We even got a 10% discount as J presented his school ID.

Recipes

Chinese New Year Celebration

February 9, 2013

A simple dinner after hearing the anticipated mass at Ermita Church.

Seafood Rice. Another innovation on how this staple food can be enjoyed.

Crispy Tilapia! One of their specialties. Look at how they've creatively presented this Filipino favorite.

Thai Spring Rolls

Burger Project

Cariza Burger

February 3, 2013

A spontaneous snack after meeting a friend in Taft.

Tired of getting that same ol' burger from that usual fast food chain? Found yourself ordering a burger but ended up not liking everything in it? Been looking for that burger which defines you? Well now, the choices are yours to make!

Create your own burger!!

Tick your ingredients and don't forget to name it! Who knows, your burger might become world famous someday! ;)

Sesame Seed Bun + Beef +  Lettuce + Honey Mustard 

Oatmeal Bun + Tofu + Egg + Lettuce + Teriyaki Sauce

BRGR: The Burger Project is located at the Ground Floor of The Grand Towers, P. Ocampo Street, Malate, Manila