Playing Café World made me curious about Greek cuisine. The taste of a gyro platter dish intrigues me so much that is why I tried a ‘real one’ all by myself yesterday.

Anyway, I’ve finally tasted a gyro platter at Go Greek! They have a food stall located in Glorietta 4 Food Choices at the 4th floor level of the Ayala Center. You can never miss it if you are into Facebook because you will be reminded right away of the famous game the moment you saw their spot. Below is the picture of what I have eaten and also my opinion regarding the dish:

I’m a lover of fresh ingredients that is why I do not hesitate to try the gyro platter combo. As a first timer, I have been very ‘matanong’ on what is the most popular order. The service crew suggested that I should try the gyro with lamb as this stuff was their best seller.

Well, I thought that the choice was okay. But it was a big mistake…

Lesson learned.

I will never try to eat lamb in Go Greek! again. Nope, it wasn’t the fault of neither the crew nor the meat but you know – it doesn’t agree with my stomach. I can’t take the smell and the taste of the lamb. The potato salad was okay and I can say the same way with the salad. But, the pita bread could have been perfect if I have partnered it with chicken meat instead of the lamb.

Oh well, better luck next time…

Cuisine: Greek and Persian food
Location: Food Choices, Glorietta 4, Ayala Center, Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippine
Specialties: Pita bread, Salad and Lamb meat
Type: Casual, fast food
Payment Method: Cash

Cheers,

Photo Credit: From my nokia n71

Last Sunday, right after attending a mass in SM Megamall, my family and I had a wonderful dinner at the Holy Cow Steak Ranch and American Grill located at the 3/F Atrium side of the mall.

For a starter, we ordered their Baked Onion Soup. It was too creamy for my taste but my 7-year old son who also ordered the hot soup liked it so much. We ended up ordering another serving right after he finished a bowl.

Then, I have ordered a ‘Running-Iron Chicken Barbecue’ for myself. The chicken was tenderly cooked. It was also a great decision to eat the chicken with steam rice and buttered veggies as the sidings complemented well with the succulent taste of the meat.

My husband was not disappointed too as he now became a fan of their famous ‘Lonestar Grilled Pork Chop’. The meat was cooked just right – it was not rubbery or it doesn’t taste like a hard nougat.

Overall, my family and I loved the food here and might be back again for another round of barbecues and grill food.

Cuisine: American
Location: 3/F Atrium, SM Megamall, Ortigas Avenue, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Specialties: Grill Food, Hamburger, Barbeque
Type: Casual
Payment Method: Cash, Visa, Mastercard,

Photo Credit: All photos taken from my Nokia E71 mobile phone

Beating the heat is better when you eat a halo-halo this summer!

Halo-halo, which literally means ‘mix-mix’ in English language is probably the most famous dessert in the Philippines. This Filipino classic is a combination of fruits in season, gelatin, evaporated milk, gelatin, leche flan, ube jam and shaved ice. Some also add a scoop of ice cream for an extreme treat.

So, do you want to beat the scorching heat like I do? Then, try eating Max’s Restaurant Gigantic Halo-halo and share it among friends.

Cheers,

It’s such a delight eating at Razon’s!

Yep, ordering ‘the best halo-halo in town’ with the ‘pancit palabok’ on the side would definitely satisfy one’s hunger!

The shaved ice is refreshingly smooth while the creamy milk gives a sweet kick to one’s taste buds while eating.

As for the palabok – I must say that it is indeed the perfect pair for the halo-halo because the saltiness of the pansit emphasizes the sweetness of the cold treat.

Definitely, the delicious food at Razon’s of Guagua is a must try on any occasions.

Cuisine: Filipino, Cakes and Pastries
Location: Market! Market! 26th St. cor. C5, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
Type: Fastfood
Payment Method: Cash

Cheers,

I have always been a fan of Delifrance dishes eversince I can remember! In fact, I always make it a point to get some quick snacks whenever I am near at this European style restaurant.

Anyway…

One sunny afternoon, right after I was done shopping for a pair of shoes and while waiting for my hubby to fetch me inside the mall – yours truly ‘kill the time’ at Delifrance to satisfy my pasta craving.

Pictured above is the food I have eaten while waiting. As you can see, I have ordered a Spaghetti Pomodoro and a glass of soda while hanging around a mall somewhere in Makati City.

My judgment?

Well…

Two thumbs up for the al dente pasta and to the great combination of tomato sauce, tuna and olives! The crunchy garlic bread on the other hand neutralize my tastebud while I am finishing the spaghetti on my plate. Yum…yum…yum…yum…

Must try indeed!

Cuisine: European, Gourmet sandwich, pasta and pastry
Location: 2/F SM Makati, Bridgeway, Glorietta Side, Makati City, Metro Manila
Specialties: Baguettes, Croissant, Sandwiches, Spaghetti, Coffee, and Authentic French Cafe Balcony
Type: Casual, Specialty dishes
Payment Method: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Amex

Eating dinner buffet at the ‘HEAT’ restaurant in EDSA Shangri-la Hotel is just totally splendid!

The choices are endless and they have several interactive cooking stations that will satisfy any discriminating palette. One can literally ‘eat around the world’ as the resto offers a wide variety of choices from several cuisines. The buffet stations offer Mediterranean, Japanese, Indian, Italian, French and Filipino dishes. In fact, seeing the food cooked on the spot is truly a feast to the eyes already!

Having desserts at this resto is also an awesome experience. My oh my, they have mouth watering panna cotta, yummy leche flan and delightful cakes at the dessert buffet stations ready anytime to be eaten. The chocolate fountains also made me feel like a child again.

So, if you want to pig out for a celebration – try having a classy dinner buffet at The HEAT in EDSA Shangri-la Hotel.

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Japanese, Indian, Italian, French and Filipino dishes
Location: HEAT Restaurant, EDSA Shangri-la Hotel, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City, Philippines
Type: Buffet, Fine Dining
Payment Method: Cash, Visa, Mastercard and American Express

Cheers,

Photo Credit: Pictures taken using my Nokia E71 Phone

Dear Jollibee,

Let me tell you a story.

Mel Beckham, one of my dearest friend in the blogosphere had an ‘unhappy experience’ while visiting your fast food chain in Cagayan de Oro and Davao City.

The gurl discovered that you have already replaced the special sauce of ‘Jollibee Chicken Barbecue’ with just plain toyo mansi.

Now, my dear friend is so sad and I think it is valid.

Hey…

How can we eat your famous Chicken Barbecue now without that ‘barbecue sauce‘ in your dish? Has anyone from your end tried the dish with the plain toyo mansi or the regular gravy?

Well, I personally tried it and I do agree with Mel that it doesn’t give a customer the same level of happiness while muching on the barbecue chicken.

So, I beg you dear Jollibee.

Bring back that barbecue sauce please!

Cordially yours,

P. S.

Missing that special barbeque sauce?

Have your thoughts heard here: An Open Letter to Jollibee

Photo Credit: Jollibee

Are you looking for an elegant restaurant along Makati area yet friendly on the pocket?

Why not visit Marciano’s and taste their meal without breaking your budget?

Marciano’s is a restaurant co-owned by Marvin Agustin, the celebrity restaurateur who is also behind Sumo Sam and John & Yoko restaurants. The Italian inspired restaurant is located along the Greenbelt area. The restaurant might suit your taste as the ambiance itself would leave a good impression if you want to impress on a first date.

The place is cozy and the black theme is uber chic. The crystal chandeliers also added some flair of elegance to the place.

Must try food are freshly baked pizza, pasta, shrimp salad and their sinful desserts.

So what is my verdict?

Overall, I had a great dining experience…

From the looks of it, I guess yours truly will pay a visit again at Marciano’s anytime soon to taste the other dishes offered by their wonderful chef.

Definitely, two thumbs up for this resto!

Cuisine: Italian
Location: 2/F Greenbelt 3, Ayala Center, Makati
Type: Casual, Specialty dishes
Payment Method: Cash, Visa and Mastercard

Photo Credit: First picture courtesy of I Heart Manila. All food pictures taken using my Nokia E71 Phone

Welcome to Pinoy Parties (dot) net!

Dear Friends,

Please welcome my new blog project – Pinoy Parties (dot) net!

Check out my new site and follow me as I try to share to the world how we prepare parties – Pinoy style!

Cheers,

Photo Credit: Media Timeout

I’m a coffee addict so I am personally proud that there is a  Cafe de Lipa that can rival the imported coffee shops sprouting here in our country!

Let me tell you the story of my pleasant coffee experience in pictures:

The Ceiling

The Cafe de Lipa ceiling is uniquely superb. This will actually greet you when you entered the coffee shop!

Souvenir Corner

The souvenirs are also amazing. The shelf is full of stuffs dedicated to all the ‘kapeng barako’ addicts around the metropolis, or probably the world!

The coffee shop also has a rustic appeal. It has a great picture of Lipa City church and their famous coffee beans.

Barako Cappucino

I ordered a tall Barako Cappucino from my very first visit. Hmmm, simply satisfying.

Traditional Cheesecake

Oh let me add that the Barako Cappucino is great with the Traditional Cheesecake! Yum…yum…

So, what are you waiting for? Have a ‘kapeng barako’ experience at the Cafe de Lipa now!

Cheers,