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Snuggle Up: Indulge in Comfort Food and Cozy Drinks in Voi Café + Lounge
The hotel lounge is the perfect place to indulge in some comforting food. If you want a quick bite or a full meal, the lounge has lots of options to satisfy your cravings. Or settle in for a relaxing evening with a cozy drink like hot choco or some cocktails. Diamond Suites Cebu has the perfect spot for you to hang out with your family or catch up with friends in their newly launched, Voi Café + Lounge. It is […] Read More
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Rainy Day Cravings at Abaca Baking Company SM Seaside
The rainy season brings with it a slew of cravings. In my case, I enjoy carbs, coffee, and even salad as a side dish. I know it’s an unusual combination, but it satisfies my cravings on a rainy day. On a dreary Monday, I was craving pastries and coffee so I decided to eat after my grocery run. I went to SM Seaside to check out the newly opened Abaca Baking Company. Abaca, fortunately, is located at the Mountain Wing. […] Read More
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Ice Monkees: Ultimate Ice Candy Experience in Cebu
Who would’ve thought a simple ice treat in New York would be an inspiration for a dream project here in Cebu? Ten years ago, the owners discovered this ice treat when their kids started buying it. Since then, it has become the family’s favorite after-school snacks because it brings good old memories back home. True enough, nostalgia is what drove the owners to make a huge step and bring the ice treat here in Cebu. So in the last quarter […] Read More
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Caja Kitchen Cebu: The New Brand of Dining Experience in Bayfront Hotel Cebu
On March 22, 2022, Bayfront Hotel recently opened its in-house restaurant, Caja Kitchen Cebu. For more than seven years, the food department of Bayfront Hotel Cebu was run by a third party concessionaire. This year, the hotel decided to operate its own food and beverage department in both branches, Bayfront Hotel Cebu-North Reclamation Area and Bayfront Hotel Cebu-Capitol Site. Coming up with a new brand entailed months of planning from revamping the menu, creating a cozy interior with a festive […] Read More
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Tres Pares Hilton: My first ultimate beef pares experience
When I was in Manila two months ago, I keep seeing food places with Beef Pares on their signages. I was curious of the dish and asked my sister about it. Beef Pares is a Filipino braised beef stew with garlic fried rice, and a bowl of clear soup. It is a popular specialty among roadside eateries in Manila and now is starting to pick up here in Cebu. TRES PARES HILTON Last weekend, I was out with my boyfriend and […] Read More
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Must-Try Food at IKEA Philippines
Days before we left for Cebu, my sister gifted me a two-night stay in Okada Manila. It was also her advance birthday gift for me. On my second day in the hotel, I took the chance to explore IKEA for the first time since it is just minutes away from the hotel. I’ve been so curious about its most-raved chocolate cake and Swedish meatballs. Oh yes, people flock to IKEA for its beautiful and aesthetic decors and furniture. My ultimate […] Read More
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Comfort Food from Cake Me Home and Ngohiong Express
People when under emotional stress turn to food that comforts them. The type of food that brings back childhood memories and some that gives them sugar rush. Lately, I have been under a lot of stress and made me crave for for ngohiong and puso then finish it off with some sweet pastries. Call it perfect timing, I got a call informing me that I have food delivery from Cake Me Home and Ngohiong Express. CAKE ME HOME Cake Me […] Read More
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Celebrating National Desserts Day with Chewy Crumbles Cookies
October 14 was National Desserts Day and I spent it well with a whole lot of sweetness with my latest yummy finds, delectable cookies from Chewy Crumbles. They are homemade cookies which are made fresh on a daily basis with premium quality ingredients. They come in four different flavors: CLASSIC The timeless classic cookie made with semi-sweet chocolate chips and bits of toasted walnuts to give that extra texture to the cookies. S’MORES COFFEE This bunch is a party of […] Read More
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Sollie’s: The Flavors of Traditional Pakistani-Indian Cuisine
Last week, I received a message from a restaurant owner. He asked if I can write a food review on a traditional Pakistani-Indian cuisine. I’m not an expert on Indian food but I love it especially Chicken Biryani. It reminded me of the time when my sister’s friend from India cooked dinner for us. It was my first time to eat Chicken Biryani and since then I’ve been looking for that dish each time I go to an Indian restaurant. […] Read More
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Cafe Laguna: Family’s Favorite Through the Years
Every time I am asked where to take their guests to a delicious meal, Cafe Laguna always comes to mind. I remembered when we have relatives coming from neighboring provinces, we always take them to our favorite restaurant. IT NEVER FAILS. Cafe Laguna has always been the family’s staple when it comes to classic Filipino meals. Whether we go out to celebrate or have a family dinner after watching movies or shopping. The Filipino family restaurant has become our “extension” […] Read More
