A year ago we went to Resorts World Singapore for some R&R. We had lots of fun exploring the resort and the shops around it including the restaurants. So now, I can’t help but share a Throwback Thursday Post about our dining experiences at RW Sentosa Singapore. First on this throwback series is a taste of Laksa at Pappa Mia RW Sentosa Singapore. My sister and I are used to having light breakfast before a flight. We also do not eat meals on the plane because we are prone to travel … [read more]
Sinuglaw at Nicandro Lutong Bahay Restaurant
Lilac Street in Marikina City has become a great foodie destination for people in the Metro. Here you can find an assortment of cuisines and dining experiences that fit your mood. Restaurants along this street may offer anything from typical street food fares to fine dining gastronomies. Our pick for the day is Nicandro Lutong Bahay Restaurant located at #10 Lilac St. Concepcion Dos, Marikina City. The restaurant offers Filipino dishes with influence from the Ilocandia region. There are several … [read more]
Dining at Seifuku Japanese Restaurant & Yakiniku
There are some restaurants that we like to frequent and some that are reserved for special occasions only. But it is always exciting and interesting to visit and explore new dining places. This week our new dinner destination is Seifuku Japanese Restaurant & Yakiniku. The Seifuku Japanese Restaurant & Yakiniku is located along Gil Fernando Ave., San Roque Marikina City. You won’t have any trouble spotting it with their brightly lit signage and big glass windows. The first thing that I … [read more]
Bicolano and American Flavors at Biggs Diner
People who visit rural hometowns usually look for home cooked meals or local cuisine. But sometimes dining places with modern twists, like a fast food restaurant offering both American and local flavors, can add spice to your travel experience. One such place is the Biggs Diner in Legazpi City, Albay. Biggs Diner is a 50’s inspired dining place that offers classic American food like Burgers, French Fries, Pizza, Ribs, and Milkshakes. Once can also find local dishes like Daing na Bangus, … [read more]
Hanging Out at Shrimps and Wings
Dining places inside villages or subdivisions provide a convenient hangout for tweens and teens, and for moms who would rather pay for cooked food than work the kitchen. These dining places usually offer a casual or homey ambiance, healthy, freshly cooked, and budget friendly food options. One of our regular friendly neighborhood hangouts in BF Homes Quezon City is the Shrimps and Wings Restaurant. Located at Don Matias cor. Holy Spirit Drive in Q.C., Shrimps and Wings offer a unique way to … [read more]
A Taste of Fil-Mex Cuisine at MaDeCa
Fusion restaurants are great options for foodies who would like to explore flavorful twists from different cuisines. One fusion that caught my fancy recently is the Filipino-Mexican dishes offered by MaDeCa . Kare-Kare and Crispy Pata are my Pinoy comfort food while enchilada, quesadillas, and nachos are Mexican treats that I never refuse. So when I saw MaDeCa’s Fil-Mex signage I couldn’t help but gravitate towards it. The brightly lit interiors of MaDeca restaurant is inviting even from … [read more]
Chefs Noodle: Healthy and Good to Share Korean Food
Residents and employees around the Robinson’s Magnolia area can now enjoy affordable Korean dishes as Chef’s Noodle opens a new branch in the mall. Chef’s Noodle Philippines , the master franchise of the Chefs Noodle branch in South Korea, offer traditional Korean dishes with a modern touch in a casual dining environment. Their newly opened Robinson’s Magnolia Branch has a cozy appeal that combines sleek and modern interiors with cushioned seats. This made me curious if their food is as … [read more]
Steaks, Pasta and More at Café Lidia
Affordable and great tasting meals are the best for practical foodies like me. Places that offer good food without burning a hole in your pocket definitely earns a spot in our list of favorite dining places. Our recent addition to this list is Cafe Lidia. This quaint restaurant in Marikina City has an interesting mix of Asian and Western flavors in their menu. You can find soup, salad, pasta and steak selections along with pinoy fares like tapa, longganisa, and tocino. For our first visit, we … [read more]
Valentine’s at Amici Restaurant
There are plenty of good restaurants in the metro that are great for family gatherings. One of the restaurants that my sisters and I would frequent for an impromptu get together is the Amici Restaurant . This Italian restaurant has been around for more than a decade already and a favorite of our eldest sister who is very fond of Italian food. Our usual picks include the Caesar Salad, Squash Bisque with Cinnamon, Blue Cheese and Pear Salad, and Fried Mozzarella Sticks for appetizers. Classic … [read more]
Revisiting the Flavors of Teriyaki Boy
Aside from Kamirori Restaurant, Teriyaki Boy is one of the Japanese Restaurants that my 7 year old niece likes to visit. It was also one of my favorite dine in places when I began to appreciate Japanese food about a decade ago. The casual dining ambiance, friendly service, and chicken teriyaki are some of the reasons why I keep coming back to this restaurant even after I have gotten over my fascination with Japanese food. This time I get to revisit and enjoy their flavors in the company of a … [read more]