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Delicious Singaporean Food at Nanyang Philippines


Nanyang has been around for quite a while now, but it was only until recently that I was able to try their food. I regret that I didn't give it a try at an earlier time as their dishes are delicious. I think I missed out a lot in the past years. 

U Hotels Makati Reopen for Leisure Stay


After being a quarantine hotel for almost two years during the pandemic, U Hotels finally reopens for leisure stay. Recently, I visited them for a quick staycation while I was in Poblacion.

Trying out Black Scoop Cafe's Swirls #BlackScoopAtHome


As we enter the phase of the "new normal," people opt to have their meals delivered and they do not only order for themselves, but also for their family. 

Lorenzo's Cafe (Ormoc)

Right after we had dinner at Sutuwaki, we decided to have some coffee and dessert at Lorenzo's Cafe. It's simply beside Sutuwaki. 

Cafe Xocolat

Cafe Xocolat has been my go-to cafe whenever I would visit Mysterium Philippines in Katipunan. This was also Robin's chill spot a few years back in their old location. Cafe Xocolat is now located on the Ground Floor of SMRC Building, Katipunan Avenue corner B. Gonzales Street, Loyola Heights, Quezon City. The interiors give a cozy, rustic vibe, that's perfect when you simply want to read a book while drinking coffee, or having a chill catching up with friends.

High Grounds Cafe

High Grounds Cafe is my favorite go-to place whenever I want to play online games while with my friends. 

ELM's Kapihan and Bar (Kapitolyo)

It was a weekday when I got invited to have lunch at ELM's Kapihan and Bar in Kapitolyo with my foodie friends. Since it was just a few blocks from my office, I managed to sneak out and had a really good lunch experience here.

Healthy Premium Coffee with Joe Sip

I have been doing some coffee tastings lately and my most recent discovery would be Joe Sip coffee.

I was able to have a hand of their freshly grounded French Roast Robusta and their drip coffee (flavors: hazelnut and premium espresso blend). Developed by an artist and coffee enthusiast named Joseph whom I met just a few weeks back, I'd say this guy really knows coffee. 

Being able to have tried specialty coffee, I would say that Joe Sip can compete with these existing brands. The taste of Joe Sip had a good texture and had the right "sweetness" in it. I barely noticed a hint of sourness nor bitterness with the taste. (Did you know that good coffee shouldn't have a sour or bitter taste in it?).

One factor that affects the quality of the taste of the coffee would be due to the preparation--precision during the preparation. I may have gotten it right with my coffee press, but the drip coffee was out of my control. With that being said, I used hot water in preparing my drip coffee and it also tasted amazing; which also means that the filter used in the drip coffee was just right. The water didn't pass too slow nor too fast.

Joe Sip is made from real coffee beans which give its premium quality. It does not have any preservatives, sugar, nor creamer and other additives found from other instant coffee. Joe Sip is pure coffee, making it a metabolic rate booster (helps you burn a few calories) and mood enhancer (helps you deal with stress better). 

I definitely enjoyed Joe Sip. It's easy to prepare (despite being made from real coffee beans) because of the drip coffee, which is really handy especially when you are on the go or during travel. Definitely, an "instant coffee" made healthier. Also, best paired with an original honey-glazed donut. *wink* ;) 

Joe Sip Coffee delivers freshly grounded coffee beans to your home and work stations.
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Caffe Freddo (BGC)

There's a new place to go for high-quality coffee brews in Bonifacio Global City. Caffe Freddo prides itself in offering a very unique selection of coffee, not found anywhere else in the metro. I was lucky enough to be invited to their media launch and attend their Coffee 101 class as well as try some of their dishes. 

Must-Try Restaurants in Lio, El Nido (5/7): Bead Cafe

Have a refreshing drink or enjoy making accessories while you are in Bead Cafe. 

Morelli's Gelato (Shangri-La): Awaken the Child in You

If you're craving for premium sundaes and freshly made gelato, then Morelli's should be your got to place as they are primed and ready to share a truly indulgent experience with you that will keep you coming back for more. I recently got invited during Morelli's birth month to try out their gelato as well as their signature coffee.

Pioneer Street Market: Current Swell Coffee Brewery (8/16)


Current Swell Coffee Brewery is a microroastery in the Philippines that offers international and local specialty grade coffee. They roast everything in small batches to keep the beans fresh. They also serve brunch food and pastries that are carefully chosen to go hand in hand with their coffee. 

DIY Blooming Beverages

Starbucks just released their new recipes last February 23rd showcasing three macchiato recipes. "Decadent twists on the flavour of an all time favorite," they say. Since I'm a sucker for whipped cream, I came up with another DIY recipe from their newly released ones. Tried this at their SM Mall of Asia branch.

Iced Chocolate Hazelnut Macchiato with Whipped Cream and Chocolate Drizzle on Top. I'm not fond of hot drinks from SB nor a fan of frappe (because it gets too sweet and too cold for me) so I opted to order their Chocolate Hazelnut Macchiato, iced. I then requested for whipped cream with chocolate drizzle. While making my drink, I heard the barista say to her co-worker, "diba wala naman talagang whipped cream ito?" But hey, I paid an extra 20 bucks for that whipped cream (which sometimes, I even get for free at other branches); and the customer is always right, so gimme that. Ended up having two layers of chocolate drizzle. One on top of the ice (below the whipped cream), because the barista won't believe what I ordered at first. Then another one on top of the whipped cream. 

The drink went perfect for me; even had my friend try it out as well and my friend liked it. But some minus points to the staff. I've been to other branches with friendlier cashiers and baristas. Some would even talk to you like they have known you for years and joke around a little. In this branch, it was like ordering from a fast food chain. 

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Ramen Cool (Kapitolyo)

I always pass by Ramen Cool whenever I am in Kapitolyo since it is located at an intersection close to where I work, but I never tried it before. After a random weekday morning workout at Ace Water Spa, I decided to look for a restaurant which was just walking-distance away from Ace and I ended up trying out Ramen Cool. 

Tuan Tuan Chinese Brasserie

My mom was craving for congee one weekday afternoon when we went shopping at SM Megamall. We tried to search for restaurants in the mall which serves congee and we ended up trying out Tuan Tuan. 

Tambayan 101

Have you ever had that long break between subjects in your college life and one of your common problems is what to do or where to stay while passing the time? Going home to have a long nap during your break isn't an option because it's far from your school and you wouldn't want to spend most of your time in traffic? Well, if you happened to be near Taft, we just discovered this new chill spot near De La Salle-College of St. Benilde which is perfect for those long breaks.

A New Kind of Delicious


Last week, I received a promotional email from Starbucks, sending me an early access to two of their new beverages, the Duo Cocoa Mocha and Dark Caramel Latte (when you pay with your Starbucks card), from September 12-14, 2015.

Feta Mediterranean


I have tried Mediterranean dishes a couple of times and met some people who love it; but I haven't been well aware of their dishes. Dining at Feta with other foodies has given me not only a good eat but also a learning experience. 
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