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We know we have been silent for quite a while, we've actually been busy with our day jobs and for the most part just hanging out, and we also forgot to bring out our cameras in instances we wanted to talk about an experience. <b>But </b>we have not been <b>that</b> lazy we've actually been doing stuff that we never thought we'd be doing. First up from our chest of adventures come Davao Wildwater Adventure, a.k.a White Water Rafting or Shooting the Rapids.<br />
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<b>Davao Wildwater Adventure, Inc.</b><br />
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<i><b>Meeting Place</b></i><br />
Davao Crocodile Park<br />
Diversion Road<br />
Maa, Davao City<br />
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Reservations may be made online <a href="http://waterrafting.psdgroupph.com/reservation.php">here</a>.<br />
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<b><i>The Adventure</i></b><br />
Tamugan Davao City<br />
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<b>How to get there:</b><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Map to Davao Crocodile Farm</td></tr>
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The meet up place is Davao Crocodile Farm, just in the outskirts of the downtown area (busiest part of the city). Every Cab driver in Davao City knows where it is.<br />
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<b>What we had and Cost:</b><br />
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We availed of their regular package worth Php2,000.00 which includes:<br />
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Transportation
(From Crocodile Park to Rafting Area and back)</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Packed
Lunch & Bottled Water</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Use
of Gears & Equipment</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Raft
guide</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
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Shirt</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Documentation
(2 Disc per group of 6)</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
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to ZIP CITY, Tribu K'mindanawan & Butterfly house</span></span></li>
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Itinerary:<br />
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">800 am Assembly at Crocodile Park</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">930 am Departure</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">1030
am Arrival at Put In area, Tamugan</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">1100
am Start of Rafting</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">1200
noon Lunch</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">300 pm Arrival at Take Out area, Purok 8, Lacson</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">330 pm Departure for Crocodile Park</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">430 pm Arrival at Crocodile Park</span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 8.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
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For more details you may check <a href="http://waterrafting.psdgroupph.com/index.php?sec=2&idpage=48&name=Package_&_Itinerary">here</a>.<br />
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We were also informed that for experienced rafters who want to avail of their "Extreme Adventure Package" you may inquire with the company directly as they are seasonal depending on the current and depth of the river.<br />
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<b>What to wear:</b><br />
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General: Sporty attire. <br />
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Though we recommend wearing long sleeved shirts/top or you may choose to wear sleeveless shirts/top, but don't forget your sunblock as you will be under the sun for a number of hours.<br />
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Also wear shorts not jeans (<i>maong</i> pants) as the latter would make you heavier to lift back into the raft in case you fall in the water.<br />
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Wear rubber sandals preferably with straps. Refrain from wearing shoes as they will get wet during the trip, but you may do so if you don't mind wearing wet shoes for hours. Also, please white water rafting is a recreational activity, do not, we repeat, <b>DO NOT</b> wear high heels!<br />
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<b>What to bring/do and not bring/do:</b><br />
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Don't forget you sunblock, for the body and the face unless you want to get burned. The guides have a joke that the only injuries any of their guests have suffered have been sunburns, so don't be a part of the joke. If you choose to wear sleeveless shirts/tops put some on your arms, put some on your legs as well if you are wearing shorts and don't forget to put some on you face.<br />
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You don't have to bring food, the package includes packed lunched and water.<br />
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You don't have to bring cameras, the company will take the pictures for you.<br />
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Bring clothes. You may leave them at the lockers.<br />
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<b>Assembly Time</b><br />
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When you arrive at the assembly area at Crocodile Park, you will be required to execute a waiver and you will will be suited up for the activity. They will provide you with life vests and helmets. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">DWA Life Vests</td></tr>
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They also have lockers where you may deposit your valuables and other items. You may bring your own locks for additional security. Though we would advise against bringing unnecessary items to the activity.<br />
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You are not expected to arrive until around 9 am, but if you do not want to rush, be their early so you can enjoy the crocodile park which opens at 830 am. In our case, we waited longer than usual because some people were late. A piece of advise: don't be part of that group that everyone remembers came late.<br />
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When all participants have arrived, you will be given an introduction and you will be briefed on what to expect and what to do in certain circumstances. <br />
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<b>Travel to Tamugan from Davao Crocodile Farm</b><br />
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After the short briefing, you will be separated into groups and will be assigned your guides and you will travel from the Davao Crocodile Farm to Tamugan together with your guide and rafts.<br />
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We travelled around 45 minutes to an hour to get to Tamugan. If you plan to bring your own vehicle (we strongly recommend against it, be sure that it can survive very rough roads traversing large rocks. The travel to Tamugan is mostly along a highway, but the rough road from the highway to the river is really rough and would certainly damage your suspension. <br />
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<b>Arrival in Tamugan:</b><br />
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Upon arrival in Tamugan pictures will be taken and you will be briefed again on what to do and and what not to do. <br />
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NOTE: <b>LISTEN TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.</b> It would mean you know how to be safe in all instances and by doing so you would be able to enjoy the activity more.<br />
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<b>The adventure begins:</b><br />
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Before we head on to the rapids, we were instructed on how to rescue other participants in case they fall on the water. At this point, everyone on the raft gets wet!<br />
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When we first saw the rapids, we had mixed emotions of excitement and apprehension.<br />
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But once we got our first experience taking it head on, we had to admit that it was truly an exhilarating experience and we couldn't wait for the next one to come. The prospect on taking the rapids was no longer as daunting as we thought it would be, more like it was something wanted to experience over and over again.<br />
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The deeper we got into the rapids the more exhilarating it was.<br />
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Of course everything change when we fell into the water!<br />
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The guides were always busy looking after us so we had nothing to worry about or so we thought...<br />
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The guides were busy assisting and reassuring some of the participants and taking pictures of the activity but they know the river enough to enjoy the white water as well.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">DWWA - The Guide in the Rapids</td></tr>
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We even had an opportunity to voluntarily get into the river and drift down with it in several portions of the river. Then after taking a dip, we had our lunch in one of the most peaceful portions of the river.<br />
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We head on the the higher grade parts of the river, which means the rapids are rougher than what we encountered earlier in the day.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rougher water...</td></tr>
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The waters were surely rougher, the water is keeping us cool despite the warmth of midday sun! We thought falling of the rafts was exhilarating at first, but have we never thought what it would be like if the raft capsized. Then again...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We just had to try it!</td></tr>
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And this is the aftermath of when our raft capsized...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">DWA Capsize</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">DWA - Capsize 2</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">DWA Capsize Aftermath</td></tr>
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Luckily we weren't the only group that capsized that day...<br />
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We say luckily, because it meant that we weren't the only ones who enjoyed it as much as we did. Capsizing is awesome! And the best part is? You can ask the guide for an experience when you assemble at the Crocodile Farm. We recommend that you do, it would be a waste not experiencing it at least once!<br />
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There are several rest spots we enjoyed and had our pictures taken.<br />
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Before we knew it we had reached the end of the adventure and we had to go back to Davao Crocodile Farm. We had a short shower before leaving to clean off the river water from our bodies and clothes but everyone went back to the assembly area wet.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b>7: </b></span>We had a great time with our group and the guides and it was truly an amazing experience we want to repeat as soon as we can! After falling in the river at least twice and capsizing once, we could say "Sulit!" (It was worth it!).<br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4Gadi Rd, Davao City, Philippines7.097059896091082 125.599136352539067.0891813960910817 125.58926585253906 7.1049383960910824 125.60900685253907tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1344678874799409001.post-31618036044902838692011-09-06T20:32:00.000-07:002011-09-06T22:24:31.439-07:00Apartment 1B: Gourmet Comfort Food<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Rk_HYEzlhVE/Tmbgsj0-_PI/AAAAAAAAAF8/1hUigaJpCi4/s1600/Logo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Rk_HYEzlhVE/Tmbgsj0-_PI/AAAAAAAAAF8/1hUigaJpCi4/s320/Logo.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Times;">Apartment 1B<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Times;">Gourmet Comfort Food<o:p></o:p></span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">One Lafayette Square <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">132 L.P. Leviste Corner Sedeno St <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">Salcedo Village, Makati City 1227 <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">(632) 843-4075<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Times;">How to get there:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Map to Apartment 1B</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">From EDSA going south:<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">1. Turn RIGHT to Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue (Buendia);<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">2. Turn LEFT to Paseo De Roxas;<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">3. Turn RIGHT to Villar;<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">4. Turn LEFT to L.P. Leviste;<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">5. Turn LEFT to Sedeño (Apartment 1B should be on your right side before the next street corner).<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">First impression:</span></b><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Second Floor Before Closing</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">The first floor of Apartment 1B looked like a well lit fine dining restaurant, classy and private.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">When we got to our table on the second floor, we were amazed at the changed in atmosphere, it actually felt like we were fine dining in a Chinese restaurant!</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">The place looked real homey and comfortable.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">The wait staff were very courteous and knowledgeable of the menu to boot.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">Cuisine:</span></b><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">According to Click the City Apartment 1B serves French cuisine but it seemed more like a fusion of American, Italian, Spanish and French cuisines with a touch of Mexican mixed-in. We think that's what makes it <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Gourmet Comfort Food.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">What we had:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NFGlQOjORoM/Tmbh9NxC8UI/AAAAAAAAAGI/_S5pWLAYtdE/s1600/Corn+Chowder.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NFGlQOjORoM/Tmbh9NxC8UI/AAAAAAAAAGI/_S5pWLAYtdE/s320/Corn+Chowder.jpg" width="311" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Corn Chowder</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">We started with a bowl of </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Corn Chowder </b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php170) </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">with herbed croutons.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">The chowder tasted good and the serving, supposedly for one, was actually good for two.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">It was also served in a lion crested bowl/cup which gives it a “not your usual” chowder look.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JfDBxzvSq6Y/TmbiMrq4_hI/AAAAAAAAAGM/360spXRt5NM/s1600/Chiken+Quesadilla.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JfDBxzvSq6Y/TmbiMrq4_hI/AAAAAAAAAGM/360spXRt5NM/s320/Chiken+Quesadilla.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Chicken Quesadilla</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">We followed the chowder with a plate of <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Chicken Quesadilla </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php290)</i> with tomato salsa. The quesadilla was great by itself and the tomato salsa provides a good accent to the taste.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tgypRhR053c/TmbiZIqjonI/AAAAAAAAAGQ/2pNHVvut1UA/s1600/Grilled+Baby+Squid.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tgypRhR053c/TmbiZIqjonI/AAAAAAAAAGQ/2pNHVvut1UA/s320/Grilled+Baby+Squid.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Grilled Baby Squid</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p> </o:p></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">We also tried the new addition to Apartment 1B’s menu, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Grilled Baby Squid, </b>which was recommended by the wait staff. The baby squids were grilled just right and were very tender and it tasted good too! If you plan on dining here, this is a must try.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Fresh Mint and Apple Shake</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">Since we like to experiment with our beverage, we asked the wait staff for a recommendation. We wanted to sample their Apartment 1B’s special beverages, if any, and when we heard that the wait staff say <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Fresh Mint and Green Apple Shake </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php150)</i> we were intrigued and we all ended up ordering it! We have to say we were anxious about what the taste of green apple and mint mixed together would taste like, and fortunately for us, it tasted great.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Crab Cakes</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">We were having a great time with the starters so we decided to order <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Crabcakes </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php250)</i> before we order the main courses. We were not disappointed with the crabcakes. The pieces were made of fresh crabmeat and apart from the minimal breading/batter it had no noticeable extenders.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Grilled Prawns</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">Our first entrée was <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Grilled Prawns </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php730)</i> topped with crab-fat and was served with mixed vegetables and lemon pasta. We thoroughly enjoyed this dish! The lemon pasta was mildly spicy with a hint of lemon. But what made this dish amazing are the grilled prawns and the crab-fat sauce. Well the wait staff did say the prawns were large, but we didn’t think it’d be this big! The three large prawns were perfectly grilled, keeping the prawn meat tender and juicy and the crab-fat sauce just takes this dish to another level. Another must try.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZFNyczquxdQ/TmbjhOQASiI/AAAAAAAAAGg/5iEfeeMEew0/s1600/Meatloaf.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZFNyczquxdQ/TmbjhOQASiI/AAAAAAAAAGg/5iEfeeMEew0/s320/Meatloaf.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Meatloaf</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">We decided to ask Apartment 1B’s wait staff for popular dishes even as we ran through the menu since we had no idea what to choose for our second entrée! The wait staff recommended <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Meatloaf </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php340)</i>, at first we though the wait staff was joking. Really, meatloaf in this restaurant? But since the wait staff looked serious we decided to look t up in the menu and saw a Meatloaf priced at Php340. When we asked the wait staff how many slices was on order, we courteously informed that it was one very big slice. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">We thought that 340 bucks for a slice of meatloaf is a little pricey. We wandered off it at first but ended up ordering it nevertheless. Our curiosity got the better of us, we thought. When the meatloaf was served, we realized the wait staff was not kidding when he said it was a very big slice! The meatloaf did not taste nor had the texture of meatloaf at all, it had the texture of really tender steak and tasted like one too! The mushroom gravy and the mashed potato served with the dish complement the meatloaf well. This time our curiosity paid off.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5tmeIAHWlNc/TmbkJeuMoYI/AAAAAAAAAGk/cBd-udjfPbs/s1600/Grilled+Blue+Marlin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5tmeIAHWlNc/TmbkJeuMoYI/AAAAAAAAAGk/cBd-udjfPbs/s320/Grilled+Blue+Marlin.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Grilled Blue Marlin</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">We also tried Apartment 1B’s <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Grilled Blue Marlin </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php500)</i> topped with chorizo tomato relish and was served with pesto pasta. Like the prawns, the marlin was perfectly grilled. It retained its freshness and tenderness and was not dry. The chorizo tomato relish was an excellent accent to the marlin. The pesto pasta not bad, but compared to all the dishes we sampled, it tasted ordinary.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HL8BfVe9Jzc/TmbkUQ8J6NI/AAAAAAAAAGo/m0PvODigfDQ/s1600/White+Toblerone+Cheesecake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HL8BfVe9Jzc/TmbkUQ8J6NI/AAAAAAAAAGo/m0PvODigfDQ/s320/White+Toblerone+Cheesecake.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's White Toblerone Cheesecake</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">For dessert we tried Apartment 1B’s <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">White Toblerone Cheesecake </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php180)</i> served with raspberry coulis. We think the raspberry coulis was good for the presentation, but it did not add to nor complement the flavor of the cheesecake. Still, we enjoyed the cheesecake!<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Yi9qyxntYd0/TmbkrU3L8CI/AAAAAAAAAGs/GR414pCJlKo/s1600/Apple+Crisp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Yi9qyxntYd0/TmbkrU3L8CI/AAAAAAAAAGs/GR414pCJlKo/s320/Apple+Crisp.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apartment 1B's Apple Crisp</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">We also decided to try Apartment 1B’s <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Apple Crisp </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php190)</i> served with vanilla ice cream and caramel syrup. If you like apple pie and ice cream, you’ll love this dessert. The apple crisp was served warm and the melting vanilla ice cream complemented its taste.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">Estimated cost:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">A budget of Php500-Php1000 should be adequate to try some of Apartment 1B’s dishes.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">To check out more of the <a href="http://www.munchpunch.com/56/apartment-1b-one-lafayette-square/menu">menu, you can get it here</a>.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">Note: Prices Inclusive of 12% VAT. You will be charged an additional 10% for Service Charge.<o:p></o:p></span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">Conclusion:</span></b><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">7:</span></b><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"> We haven’t enjoyed a new restaurant as much as we have Apartment 1B in quite a while. It seems that you will never go wrong with anything you order! The wait staff are courteous and knowledgeable of the menu. The place is cozy and comfortable. Before leaving we were already checking out Apartment 1B’s menu for some other dishes we might be trying on our next visit! Even though the food is a little pricey, we believe it is commensurate to the value of the dish and the experience. A must try.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><i>If you want to know more about French Cuisine, you may want to check this out at Amazon.com</i></span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Art-French-Cooking-Vol/dp/0375413405?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969" imageanchor="1" target="_blank"><img alt="Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Vol. 1" src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL160_&ASIN=0375413405&tag=rant013-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=0375413405" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="1" /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Bonne-Cuisine-Madame-Saint-Ange-Companion/dp/1580086055?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969" imageanchor="1" target="_blank"><img alt="La Bonne Cuisine de Madame E. Saint-Ange: The Original Companion for French Home Cooking" src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL160_&ASIN=1580086055&tag=rant013-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=1580086055" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="1" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Fundamental-Techniques-Classic-Culinary-Institute/dp/158479478X?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969" imageanchor="1" target="_blank"><img alt="Fundamental Techniques of Classic Cuisine" src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL160_&ASIN=158479478X&tag=rant013-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=158479478X" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="1" /></span></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1344678874799409001.post-13828554690353067642011-09-04T20:07:00.000-07:002011-09-04T20:07:14.643-07:00New URLWelcome to Lounging Out's very own website. We finally decided to buy our own domain! We have to admit that linking it to the existing blog is a little difficult and may take some time to normalize, but we are quite pleased with the results! Our next post will be about <b>Apartment 1B:</b><i> Gourmet Comfort Food, </i>we are just finalizing the article. We hope that we will be able to keep you coming back for more!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1344678874799409001.post-52965873921721779432011-08-31T21:00:00.000-07:002011-09-02T20:47:54.665-07:00Kai<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I5iLpNczmFw/Tl8aOt9cYNI/AAAAAAAAAE8/odXiRnog-14/s1600/Menu.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I5iLpNczmFw/Tl8aOt9cYNI/AAAAAAAAAE8/odXiRnog-14/s320/Menu.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Kai<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Manila’s Home of Contemporary Japanese Cuisine<o:p></o:p></span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Unit I-112 Greenbelt 5<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Ayala Center, Makati City<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(632) 757-5209<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">How to get there:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wGmXkBTG9B0/Tl8asSBfKBI/AAAAAAAAAFA/9KN-wr3PIso/s1600/Kai+-+Map.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="261" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wGmXkBTG9B0/Tl8asSBfKBI/AAAAAAAAAFA/9KN-wr3PIso/s320/Kai+-+Map.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai Map</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">From EDSA going south:<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">1. Turn right to Ayala Avenue;<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">2. Turn left to Makati Avenue;<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">3. Turn right to Dela Rosa Street (right after Ramon Cojuangco Bldg.);<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">4. Turn left to Greenbelt 5 Basement Parking or turn left to Legazpi Street for Greenbelt 5 drop-off point.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">First impression:</span></span></b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wRDXLJAwFUI/Tl8a6SsMRaI/AAAAAAAAAFE/eXg7fYM_D84/s1600/Table+Setting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wRDXLJAwFUI/Tl8a6SsMRaI/AAAAAAAAAFE/eXg7fYM_D84/s320/Table+Setting.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Table Setting</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The place has the feel of a fine dining establishment (a little classy) but had too many of its wait staff congregating near the bar. It looked more contemporary with hints of Japanese culture fused into the design.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Cuisine:</span></span></b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Kai offers contemporary Japanese Cuisine with some American dishes and Steaks mixed into the menu.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">What we had:<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><b><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VHVEeONKJiM/Tl8bIP-8ztI/AAAAAAAAAFI/qkfMCBRmrcA/s1600/Maguro+Sashimi.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="242" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VHVEeONKJiM/Tl8bIP-8ztI/AAAAAAAAAFI/qkfMCBRmrcA/s320/Maguro+Sashimi.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Maguro "Tuna" Sashimi</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We were having a late dinner and while waiting for the rest of the crew, we ordered </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Maguro “Tuna” Sashimi</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> - 5 slices </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php220).</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> The Tuna was fresh and served in an appetizing manner, in fact it was so appetizing someone ate a slice before we were able to take a picture! But yes, they do serve 5 slices; someone was just faster than the one taking the picture!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2MHpK-6rENo/Tl8cvh7f0qI/AAAAAAAAAFM/TnxDLy0gz54/s1600/Lychee+Shake+with+Lime.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2MHpK-6rENo/Tl8cvh7f0qI/AAAAAAAAAFM/TnxDLy0gz54/s320/Lychee+Shake+with+Lime.jpg" width="191" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Lychee Shake with Lime</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The wait staff recommended </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Lychee Shake with Lime</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php80)</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> surprisingly the shake went well with the dishes we had for the evening. Primarily, sashimi and rolls.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BUOSFH_HYTc/Tl8dLYZcspI/AAAAAAAAAFQ/vNVe-a3GEjE/s1600/Hamachi+Mackerel+Salmon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BUOSFH_HYTc/Tl8dLYZcspI/AAAAAAAAAFQ/vNVe-a3GEjE/s320/Hamachi+Mackerel+Salmon.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Hamachi - Aji - Shake Sashimi</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">When the rest of the group arrived, we ordered </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Hamachi “Yellowtail” </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php360)</span></i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">, Horse Mackarel “Aji” </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php180)</span></i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">, and Salmon “Shake” </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php220) </span></i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Sashimi</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> – 5 Slices of each order. The sashimi were really good, you can taste the freshness in every slice. But the slices were a little thick for us. The entire bunch would have been better served in 6 slices rather than the 5-slice order. Then again we were only paying for 5 slices, so we really didn’t think of complaining much.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-E9dQfQ4xoxU/Tl8eGzPECaI/AAAAAAAAAFU/MPd4dR4obqM/s1600/Dragon+Roll.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-E9dQfQ4xoxU/Tl8eGzPECaI/AAAAAAAAAFU/MPd4dR4obqM/s320/Dragon+Roll.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Dragon Roll</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We tried Kai’s </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Dragon Roll </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php 240)</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> since it sounded cool! We were not disappointed. The roll slices were just the right size and the combination of the ingredients mixed well with one another. And again, the group was faster than the one taking the picture!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-S0VhaKLOPpM/Tl8edu1D7sI/AAAAAAAAAFY/ScpC3JCeBo8/s1600/Jumbo+Prawn+Tempura+Roll.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-S0VhaKLOPpM/Tl8edu1D7sI/AAAAAAAAAFY/ScpC3JCeBo8/s320/Jumbo+Prawn+Tempura+Roll.jpg" width="191" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Jumbo Prawn Tempura Roll</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We saw a </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Jumbo Prawn Tempura Roll </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php390) </span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> and we just had to order it as well! We are sure glad we did. The Tempura roll slices were a little big and almost missed the point of being bite-sized(!), but we have to say the roll tasted great.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Soft Shell Crab Roll "Spider Roll"</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Our last roll for the night is a </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Soft Shell Crab Roll “Spider Roll” </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php330).</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> We loved the old presentation better than the current one, we have to say, however, that the current order offers more pieces. Not to take anything away from the great taste, but the slices of the roll are a little too big for comfort. We had to take two bites to finish one slice/piece.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jyxUjUPWBNU/Tl8fImuR8WI/AAAAAAAAAFg/V1Ucxdu-h08/s1600/Cha+Soba.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jyxUjUPWBNU/Tl8fImuR8WI/AAAAAAAAAFg/V1Ucxdu-h08/s320/Cha+Soba.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Cha Soba</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Ebi Tempura</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">And our only non-sashimi/roll order for the night was Kai’s </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Cha Soba </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php270) </span></i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">with Ebi Tempura</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> - 2 pieces </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php140).</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> This was truly a delightful experience. Cha Soba is cold “soba” noodles that you dip in a sauce. The combination with the Ebi (Shrimp) Tempura added the flavor that the soba lacked. Where else can you eat soba deliberately served cold right?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9kTyQjwIAqw/Tl8fhd2z4iI/AAAAAAAAAFo/Q46JIZh1NRo/s1600/Peanut+Butter+Chocolate+Bar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9kTyQjwIAqw/Tl8fhd2z4iI/AAAAAAAAAFo/Q46JIZh1NRo/s320/Peanut+Butter+Chocolate+Bar.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Peanut Butter Chocolate Bar</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We started dessert with Kai's </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Peanut Butter Chocolate Bar </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php110) </span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">which was very disappointing. This dessert was too sweet for us. You could hardly taste the peanut butter and the chocolate has vanished due to the sweetness of the chocolate bar that made it almost tasteless.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Banana Nutella Harumaki</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Banana Nutella Harumaki</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php180) </span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">is Kai’s version of the banana split with the bananas cut into 4 small slices and rolled in a sesame filo and topped with small “tablespoon” scoops of vanilla, chocolate, caramel and strawberry ice cream. It is slightly better than then the Chocolate bar, if you like the taste of sesame and ice cream, this one is for you.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kai's Tofu Cheesecake</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We were a little disappointed with the two desserts so we had to order our all-time favorite </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Tofu Cheesecake </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php180). </span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> We know what you are thinking, how could you mix tofu and cheesecake to make it work? Trust us, you have to taste it to believe it. The texture is unlike any of the cheesecake you’ve tasted before. Truly one of the best cheesecakes we’ve tasted so far.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><i><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">One of us had to abstain from this one due to personal issues (ahem!) and had to suffer a disappointing dessert the rest of the night, but the rest of us had a blast. </span></span></i><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Estimated cost:<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">A budget of Php400-Php1000 should be adequate to try some of Kai’s offerings.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.munchpunch.com/879/kai-greenbelt-5/menu">For more of Kai's menu, you can check it out here.</a></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Conclusion:</span></span></b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">5.5:</span></span></span></b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> We have to say the desserts, apart form the Tofu Cheesecake, were disappointing. The wait staff congregating at the bar was an eyesore and one of the wait staff was overly eager in cleaning up our table that she took the tempura sauce away just as one of us was about to dip in it! But overall, the wait staff were courteous, though a little lost and distracted at times. The overall experience was good. The food is a little pricey, but they have some great dishes. The roll slices should be reduced and the desserts improved, but the Tofu Cheesecake is a must try.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1344678874799409001.post-47257429390265369232011-08-24T01:33:00.000-07:002011-08-30T05:11:52.097-07:00House of Wagyu Stone Grill<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rklrarxj-M0/TlSvopyLiwI/AAAAAAAAAD4/LdtlSrzazBQ/s1600/Bib.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rklrarxj-M0/TlSvopyLiwI/AAAAAAAAAD4/LdtlSrzazBQ/s320/Bib.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">House of Wagyu</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Stone Grill<o:p></o:p></span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">5</span><sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">th</span></sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> Floor The Podium<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(632) 635-3056<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">105 Mckinley Arcade<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Ortigas Avenue Cor. Club Filipino Avenue<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Greenhills, San Juan City<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #343434;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(63 2) 725-2811<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #343434;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(63 2) 725-7450</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Why two branches in one review?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">First off, we want to explain why we make a single review for two branches of the same restaurant. For one, they are the same restaurant. Second, we went and tried these branches less than a week apart and we thought it maybe be better to make it into just one review. We think that two reviews of the same restaurant in one week maybe a little overboard. We hope you agree.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">How to get there:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Greenhills Branch from EDSA going north:</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">House of Wagyu Stone Grill - </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.metromaniladirections.com/2010/05/how-to-get-to-greenhills-shopping.html">Greenhills Map</a></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">1. Take the Flyover to Ortigas Avenue, San Juan just before Robinsons Galleria;</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">2. On Ortigas Avenue stay in the middle lane until the first traffic lights (Connecticut); and</span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">3. After the first traffic lights, veer to the right and enter the parking lot after the second traffic lights House of Wagyu should be visible on your left side about 10 meters after the parking areas guardhouse.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-autospace: none; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #262626;"></span>The Podium Branch from EDSA going north:</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">House of Wagyu - The Podium Map</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"></span>1. Turn right to Guadix Drive just after the SM Megamall and Asian Development Bank; and</div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">2. Turn right to ADB Avenue; The Podium should be on your right side before reaching Doña Julia Vargas Avenue and just after the Asian Development Bank.</span></span></div></span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">First impression:</span></span></b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The place looked expensive and classy. During our visits we usually have 2-4 tables dining with us. So if you want privacy for an important date or meeting this place would really impress.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Cuisine:</span></span></b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">This restaurant offers Australian Cuisine and of course Steaks!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">But before we go any further we would like to tell something about Wagyu Beef. Wagyu beef is commonly known as “Kobe” beef because it was believed that the Wagyu Beef from Kobe were the best and consequently the most expensive. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The Wagyu Beef served in House of Wagyu Stone Grill come from Australia. The Beef served are graded from 1-12. The higher the grade the more fat the unsaturated fat and the more scattered the fat is on the meat. Apparently these fats are healthy and are similar to olive oil. For more about </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wagy%C5%AB"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Wagyu Beef, you can check out this wikipedia link</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">What we had:<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pYj1W-i8q0U/TlSwSZ63DmI/AAAAAAAAAEE/9rR79dRfqyU/s1600/New+Zealan+Baked+Mussels.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pYj1W-i8q0U/TlSwSZ63DmI/AAAAAAAAAEE/9rR79dRfqyU/s320/New+Zealan+Baked+Mussels.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">New Zealand Baked Mussels</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">To start we tried the House of Wagyu's </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">New Zealand Baked Mussels </span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php295). </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">These Mussels really looked like they came from New Zealand... they were huge!</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The presentation was great and it had that distinct taste of fresh mussels.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We thoroughly enjoyed this appetizer.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RaMJCEhvxOw/TlSwhKygPAI/AAAAAAAAAEI/H22SIJFgCL8/s1600/Escargot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RaMJCEhvxOw/TlSwhKygPAI/AAAAAAAAAEI/H22SIJFgCL8/s320/Escargot.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Escargot Au Reisling</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We also tried the House of Wagyu's </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Escargot Au Reisling</span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> (Php375).</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> We’ve tried the </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">ginataang kuhol </span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">in Filipino Restaurants and wanted to try how they are done in other cuisines. Fortunately for us, the snails were served out of the shells, which made them easier to eat. Amazingly, the butter, garlic and white wine mixed into the dish subdued the strong taste of the snails almost better than the </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">gata </span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">usually does. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_teMan3NlaE/TlSw8GYonZI/AAAAAAAAAEM/wnUD7Zrt9YE/s1600/Gambas+Al+Ajillo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_teMan3NlaE/TlSw8GYonZI/AAAAAAAAAEM/wnUD7Zrt9YE/s320/Gambas+Al+Ajillo.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Gambas Al Ajillo</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Our “last” appetizer was </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Gambas Al Ajillo </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php275).</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> It looked really delicious, a little greasy, but the garlic bits scattered all over the dish made it look really appetizing. The huge green pepper added the necessary color to complement the hue of the shrimps. Even though it looked a little greasy at first, but because of the extra virgin olive oil and the garlic you’d barely think it was sautéed at all!</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Hd9wAbKSKkQ/TlSxEDJ_FBI/AAAAAAAAAEQ/OcmwC1Dnbsg/s1600/Fresh+Four+Seasons.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Hd9wAbKSKkQ/TlSxEDJ_FBI/AAAAAAAAAEQ/OcmwC1Dnbsg/s320/Fresh+Four+Seasons.jpg" width="240" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Fresh Four Season's Juice</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We tried their </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Fresh Four Season’s Juice </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">and </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Fresh Orange Juice. </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The juices were made just after we ordered them, we could actually see the Bartender squeezing the Orange Juice and blending the fruits for the Four Seasons. As a result, the juices tasted really good. We don't know if the contents are the same but the glasses in House of Wagyu: Stone Grill, The Podium branch were a bit smaller compared to the glasses in the Greenhills branch.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CwXPcv_bMAs/TlSxNlgCpvI/AAAAAAAAAEU/R3fHC4Hekf4/s1600/Rancher%2527s+Cut+Podium.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CwXPcv_bMAs/TlSxNlgCpvI/AAAAAAAAAEU/R3fHC4Hekf4/s320/Rancher%2527s+Cut+Podium.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Rancher's Cut 700 Grams [Rib-Eye with Bone] Grade 8 Wagyu Beef</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Now for the main courses! We ordered the House of Wagyu's </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Rancher’s Cut 700 Grams [Rib-Eye with Bone] </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php3,600)</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">. This is actually a 400-600 grams of grade 8 Rib-Eye stuck to a 100-300 gram bone. It also comes with 2 single </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Caesar’s Salad, </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">2 </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Soup(s) of the Day </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Mushroom Soup) and 2 Desserts (Vanilla Ice Cream).</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xWHj56YpHn0/TlSxhI7QcBI/AAAAAAAAAEY/8jqa3y9gTVQ/s1600/Wagyu+Rib+Eye+Grade+6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xWHj56YpHn0/TlSxhI7QcBI/AAAAAAAAAEY/8jqa3y9gTVQ/s320/Wagyu+Rib+Eye+Grade+6.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Rib Eye 350 grams [for two] Grade 6 Wagyu Beef</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We also ordered </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Rib Eye 350 grams [for two] Grade 6 </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php2,295).</span></i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">This comes with 2 </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Soup(s) of the Day </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Mushroom Soup).</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ykcVCM45Njc/TlSx9LJb2AI/AAAAAAAAAEc/MJw7hcabTmk/s1600/Wagyu+Rib+Eye+Grade+8+220+grams.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ykcVCM45Njc/TlSx9LJb2AI/AAAAAAAAAEc/MJw7hcabTmk/s320/Wagyu+Rib+Eye+Grade+8+220+grams.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Premium Rib Eye 220 grams Grade 8 Wagyu Beef</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></o:p></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Our third Entrée is a </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Premium Rib Eye 220 grams Grade 8 </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php2,395). </span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">This comes with a </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Soup of the Day </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Mushroom Soup).</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The soups and salads were served inbetween the appetizers and the Entrée. All steaks come with Mixed vegetables and a choice of Mashed Potato, Plain Rice and Garlic Rice. We all chose Mashed Potato.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><i><u><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">How the Wagyu beef were served:<o:p></o:p></span></span></u></i></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></o:p></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">A very hot stone grill was placed on our table before the Beef was placed on it. The wait staff informed us that she will turn over the beef once, and after that we can proceed with the dining experience. The wait staff were educated about Wagyu Beef and did not wait for a manager to answer our queries about the beef.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VFtIiaka4nI/TlUUCcJe3qI/AAAAAAAAAEw/h3taqwFuQJk/s1600/Stone+Grill.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="188" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VFtIiaka4nI/TlUUCcJe3qI/AAAAAAAAAEw/h3taqwFuQJk/s320/Stone+Grill.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">House of Wagyu: Stone Grill</td></tr>
</tbody></table></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We were advised to slice the meet as we eat and not to cut the beef in small slices immediately as it may result in over cooking, unless of course you want your meat very well done. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kxmF1mrPJmc/TlSyZD5BxhI/AAAAAAAAAEk/UE6wMTAikeE/s1600/Ribe+Eye+Grade+6+Cooking.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kxmF1mrPJmc/TlSyZD5BxhI/AAAAAAAAAEk/UE6wMTAikeE/s320/Ribe+Eye+Grade+6+Cooking.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">House of Wagyu: Stone Grill Small Slices</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">You may request for a replacement stone grill if the stone grill has cooled down. You may also request for a resting plate if you believe the stone grill is too hot and will over cook the meat according to your taste. Of course, if you wish, you may ask that the steak be cooked/grilled by the restaurant's chef. But c</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;">ooking it yourself allows you to play chef! </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AQmqukONy2A/TlSzGDSay0I/AAAAAAAAAEs/y7DzJP0q4Uo/s1600/Creation.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AQmqukONy2A/TlSzGDSay0I/AAAAAAAAAEs/y7DzJP0q4Uo/s320/Creation.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Mashed Potato and Vegetables</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We have to say that these were some of the best steaks we’ve had! No gravy needed. The meat was very tender and juicy. Even the steak knives cut through the meat like heated metal on butter, well it's a little exaggerated but you get the gist! It lets you experience that melt in your mouth sensation. It truly is an amazing dining experience. </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-B6anPQQqIL8/TlSyomBNXxI/AAAAAAAAAEo/ftTNnHsaMJ8/s1600/Flourless+Chocolate+Cake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-B6anPQQqIL8/TlSyomBNXxI/AAAAAAAAAEo/ftTNnHsaMJ8/s320/Flourless+Chocolate+Cake.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Flourless Chocolate Cake ala Mode: Cold Stone Grill</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></o:p></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We were quite full after the meal, but we had to try one of their desserts, so we had the House of Wagyu’s </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Flourless Chocolate Cake </span></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">(Php225).</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> The Flourless Chocolate Cake was served with Vanilla Ice cream on a </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">COLD STONE GRILL (freezing cold!).</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> The presentation was superb, the cold stone grill kept the Vanilla Ice Cream from melting. But we have to say that texture and the taste of the Flourless Chocolate Cake was a disappointment. Then, again, we were here for the steaks not the dessert right?</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Estimated cost:<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">A budget of Php700-Php1500 should be enough to sample some of the food. If you want to sample the Wagyu Beef however, a budget of Php1,500 (or higher) should be prepared. You could also share the Wagyu Beef to sample a variety like we did and save some, but a word of warning, this might cause some rift or argument as to which had more beef! </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">#LOL</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Note: Prices are exclusive of VAT and Service Charge.</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">You can also buy uncooked Wagyu beef from their selection.</span></i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><a href="http://www.munchpunch.com/5293/house-of-wagyu-the-podium/menu"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">To check out more of their menu you can get it here.</span></a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Conclusion:</span></span></b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">7</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">:</span></span></b><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> You guessed it! Despite the steep prices for the Steaks, the service and the entire experience is something you would like to try again and again, over and over… you get the picture right? Once you try the steaks here, it’ll surely be the first thing that comes to mind when you talk to people about food for some time. We were disappointed with desserts; then again maybe we were just too full by the time they were served.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">For more about Wagyu Beef, you may want to check these out at Amazon.com</span></i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #262626;"><i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Gyuniku-Nihonjin-Wagyu-reisan-Japanese/dp/4540911066?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Gyuniku to Nihonjin: Wagyu reisan (Japanese Edition)</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=4540911066" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="1" /></span></i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="color: #262626;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span> </i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #262626;"><i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Kobe-Wagyu-Beef-Rib-Eye-Steaks/dp/B001L8DOFI?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969" imageanchor="1" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img alt="Kobe Wagyu Beef Rib-Eye Steaks - 2 x 14 oz. Steaks (Only $9.95 2nd Day Shipping!)" src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL160_&ASIN=B001L8DOFI&tag=rant013-20" /></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B001L8DOFI" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="1" /></span></i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #262626;"><i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Norman-Wagyu-Kobe-Style-Steak-Dinner/dp/B001G6IS6K?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969" imageanchor="1" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img alt="Greg Norman Wagyu (Kobe-Style) Steak Dinner" src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL160_&ASIN=B001G6IS6K&tag=rant013-20" /></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B001G6IS6K" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="1" /></span></i></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1344678874799409001.post-82851107219024575842011-08-21T19:30:00.000-07:002011-08-24T07:58:31.667-07:00Murray's New Orleans<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-m_odXeUjMy4/TlG7mR3cdLI/AAAAAAAAADY/-1_Mp8pU1pQ/s1600/Logo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="85" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-m_odXeUjMy4/TlG7mR3cdLI/AAAAAAAAADY/-1_Mp8pU1pQ/s320/Logo.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Times;"><br />
</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Times;">Murray’s New Orleans<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Times;">Bourbon Street Steaks and Oysters<o:p></o:p></span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">Building 6, Space 1F14<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">Bonifacio High Streets<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">Bonifacio Global City (BGC)<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">Taguig City<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times;">(632) 856-4326<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times;">(632) 856-4785<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Map for Murray's New Orleans</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Times;">How to get there:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">From C5 going south: Turn right to 32nd St., then make a left turn to 11th Ave., turn right after 30th St.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">From EDSA going north: Turn right to Kalayaan Ave. (keep right), enter Global City through 32nd St., turn right to 11th Ave., and turn right after 30th St.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Murray's New Orleans</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">First impression:</span></b><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">The place looked relaxed but a little dark. It caters more to people looking for a place to hangout and grab a couple of beers.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Murray's New Orleans Table</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">Cuisine:</span></b><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">This restaurant offers American Cuisine and as the name implies, specializes on Steaks and Oysters.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">What we had:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a3kJrPEd-Hw/TlG81n-TwXI/AAAAAAAAADo/aSQpVPobbbE/s1600/Bread.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a3kJrPEd-Hw/TlG81n-TwXI/AAAAAAAAADo/aSQpVPobbbE/s320/Bread.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Murray's New Orleans Breadbasket</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">Like any casual diner, of course we tried the free bread and butter that were offered after our orders were taken. The whole loaf bread was served warm on a wooden board with butter and a bread knife. The presentation was good, but the bread tasted a little bland even with the salted butter spread on it.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><b><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FaoCOnyxUZA/TlG9GnTy-zI/AAAAAAAAADs/ogacDilK3qU/s1600/Oyster+Formaggio+01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FaoCOnyxUZA/TlG9GnTy-zI/AAAAAAAAADs/ogacDilK3qU/s320/Oyster+Formaggio+01.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Murray's New Orleans Oyster Formaggio</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">For appetizers, we had <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Oyster Formaggio </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php345)</i>. The Oysters here are really fresh. The Cheese blends well with the taste of fresh Oysters. This is a must try.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-E7r4AqlvPNo/TlG9ds5aAWI/AAAAAAAAADw/Ndi2Kxk80VE/s1600/NO+Famous+Back+Ribs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-E7r4AqlvPNo/TlG9ds5aAWI/AAAAAAAAADw/Ndi2Kxk80VE/s320/NO+Famous+Back+Ribs.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Murray's New Orleans Famous (Baby) Back Ribs</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">For the main course, we tried their <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">New Orlean’s Famous (Baby) Back Ribs –Half Slab </b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Php398)</i> which was served with coleslaw and dirty rice. The ribs were good and even the half slab proved to be more than an adequate potion. The coleslaw was served fresh and the dirty rice added an interesting taste to this ensemble. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NgCzF56jdY4/TlG91wC3CdI/AAAAAAAAAD0/lD4vllkypTM/s1600/Shrimp+Ettouffe+Pasta.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NgCzF56jdY4/TlG91wC3CdI/AAAAAAAAAD0/lD4vllkypTM/s320/Shrimp+Ettouffe+Pasta.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Murray's New Orleans Shrimp Ettouffe Pasta</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">We also had their <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Shrimp Ettouffe Pasta</b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> (Php385) </i>which was recommended by the wait staff. We must say that we were pleased with this dish. The pasta was served just right. It was not dry but not too creamy either. If you love pasta, we recommend you try this dish.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">Estimated cost:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">If you wish to dine in Murray’s New Orleans a budget of Php500-Php1,000 is recommended per person.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">Conclusion:</span></b><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">6</span>:</span></b><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;"> Despite the disappointing breadbasket to start the meal, we have to say the Oysters in this place is a must try. The Ribs are good as well. If asked about Oyster’s this place would be one of the first that come to mind. Even if Murray’s is a steak house, the pasta was surprisingly good as well. The service was fast and the wait staff were courteous. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><i>If you want see more or learn more about Bourbon Street New Orleans, you might want to check these from Amazon.com:</i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #262626;"><i><br />
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</i></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1344678874799409001.post-48668184614065197212011-08-15T23:31:00.000-07:002011-08-24T07:58:31.670-07:00The Spa Indulgencia<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rGfJ1P2kut8/Tkn8Btz16SI/AAAAAAAAAC0/YRSqMZ4__HU/s1600/34090_131561050215929_131560910215943_164407_7191672_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="234" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rGfJ1P2kut8/Tkn8Btz16SI/AAAAAAAAAC0/YRSqMZ4__HU/s320/34090_131561050215929_131560910215943_164407_7191672_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><b>The Spa Indulgencia</b><br />
Lower 2nd Floor<br />
St. Francis Square Mall<br />
Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong<br />
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<i>Note: Despite the Similarities in the logo of <a href="http://loungingout.blogspot.com/2011/08/spa-volcanic-rock-massage.html">The Spa</a> and The Spa Indulgencia, do not be deceived, they are not related.</i><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><b>How to get there</b>:<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">From EDSA north bound, a few meters right after SM Megamall, turn right between Asian Development Bank and St. Pedro Poveda College. Turn right to ADB Avenue. Turn Right to Doña Julia Vargas St. St. Francis Square Mall will be on your right.</div><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">First Impression:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">The place looked homey and appeared like a real spa despite being at the second floor of a "greenhills" like mall.</span></span><br />
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</tbody></table><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">The lounge chairs are for the <b>Indulgencia Classic Nail Treatment.</b></span></b><br />
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">These are the massage beds, it turns out these are 2 of the 3 (or maybe 4?) massage beds in The Spa Indulgencia, from what we've seen. And these two beds are in one room and separated only by a curtain.</span></b><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></b><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></i></span></b><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><div style="display: inline !important; text-align: justify;"><div style="display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i>Note: We were informed that The Spa Indugencia does not have its own restroom and no shower room. We were already wondering whether buying the Php500 coupon from Ensogo for the Php1,000 service worth it at this point...</i></div></div></span></i></span></b><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></i></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></i></div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><div style="display: inline !important; text-align: justify;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></i></div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><div style="display: inline !important; text-align: justify;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i></i></div><i><div style="display: inline !important; font-style: normal;"><div style="display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><b><br />
</b></span></b></div></div></div></div></i><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div></div></span></i><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div></div></span></i><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></i></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></i></div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><div style="display: inline !important; text-align: justify;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></i></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></i></div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><div style="display: inline !important; text-align: justify;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i></i></div><i><div style="display: inline !important; font-style: normal;"><div style="display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Services offered and estimated costs:</b></span></b></div></div></div></div></i><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div></div></span></i><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div></div></span></i><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i></i></div><i><div style="font-style: normal;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><b><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PON2726RoZ8/TkoFBck55HI/AAAAAAAAADM/SjU-EsRr51I/s1600/60975_148579225180778_131560910215943_234203_2593684_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PON2726RoZ8/TkoFBck55HI/AAAAAAAAADM/SjU-EsRr51I/s320/60975_148579225180778_131560910215943_234203_2593684_n.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="305" /></a></div></div></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; padding-top: 4px; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Spa-Indulgencia/131560910215943?sk=wall">Photo Reference</a></div></div></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div style="font-style: normal; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">The Spa Indulgencia offers basic spa and massage services. </span></b></div></div><div style="font-style: normal; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></b></div></div><div style="font-style: normal; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></i></span></b></div></div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><i><div style="display: inline !important; text-align: justify;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><div style="display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">What we had:</span></b></div></div></div></div></i></span></b></i><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div><div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b></b>As noted above we are redeeming our Ensogo Coupon for <b>1 and 1/2 half Hour Massage and Body Scrub</b>. But since they offered basic nail services, we also tried their <b>Manicure & Pedicure Combo</b>.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-bottom: 0.5em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-bottom: 6px; padding-left: 6px; padding-right: 6px; padding-top: 6px; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</div></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-P4Ex60FWSfY/TkoFwMT7q7I/AAAAAAAAADQ/HCuzeNFhBGw/s1600/Ensogo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-P4Ex60FWSfY/TkoFwMT7q7I/AAAAAAAAADQ/HCuzeNFhBGw/s320/Ensogo.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="226" /></a></div></div></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; padding-top: 4px; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">The Spa Indulgencia Ensogo Coupon</div></div></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i></i></div><i><div style="display: inline !important; text-align: justify;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><div style="display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b>Manicure & Pedicure Combo </b><i>(Php230) </i><b>- </b>We knew we had a problem when the "<i>manicuristas</i>" were borrowing each others nippers. Apparently they were missing some equipment. We had to say that our initial impression was immediately crushed by this incident. They could have informed us about the situation and we could have simply cancelled our requested service.</div></div></div></div></div></div></i><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">We were quite surprised when we were charged <i>Php245 </i>for this service, it turns out we charge 1 <b>Manicure </b><i>(Php100) </i>and 1 <b>Pedicure </b><i>(Php145)</i> each and not the combo price of the service we requested, which was weird specially when we specifically requested for the Combo service.</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b>1 and 1/2 Hour Massage and Body Scrub </b><i>(Php1,000)</i><b> - </b>The massage was good. We do not really know why we were caught between disappointment and pleasure at this point until we remembered that were not having basic massages but we had body scrubs coming up. It was also quite disturbing that the attendants who had no clients to attend to were very noisy. And despite the god massage, we were not relaxed at all.</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">The Body Scrub was weird. We were scrubbed in the same bed we had our massage. Remember we said earlier that they had no shower room and restroom? This is where it all matters now. After the srcub, we were the therapist washed away the "scrubs" by pouring water from a pail beside the massage beds... We knew then that this was an experience we will never forget and wouldn't want to have again.</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">If you still want to try their services after what we said, you can get discounts by availing of group purchases from sites such as Ensogo and Groupon if they are still available.</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b>Conclusion:</b></div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><br />
</b></div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">2</span>: </b>We recommend you try other spas and salons for the same services offered. The massage was good and that is the only reason why we did not make this into a <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b>1</b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> experience. We had a terrible body scrub experience and didn't feel that all the dirt from the scrubbing was washed away. The "manicuristas" sharing the nipper while working on their clients was a big downer. On top of that, we felt like it could have been done better. But if you're getting a basic massage, the masseuse in The Spa Indulgencia could be worth your while and it could be a </span><b>4 </b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">leaning to a </span><b>5</b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> if you are able to avail of their promo prices, otherwise it would be a </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b>4 </b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">leaning to a </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b>3</b></span> for the regular prices. We still think that <i>Php275</i> for a 30-minute massage given the facilities is a little steep.</div></div></div></div></div><div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
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<b>Cajun Red Rock</b><br />
<b></b>The Atrium, Level 3<br />
SM Megamall<br />
Mandaluyong City<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cajun Red Rock - The Atrium Level 3 - SM Megamall</td></tr>
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<b>How to get there:</b><br />
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<b></b>Its the widest building along EDSA between Shaw Boulevard and Ortigas Avenue. You won't miss it.<br />
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</tbody></table><b>First Impression:</b><br />
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<b></b>The place looks cozy, like a TGI Friday's with the lights on! They have tables with sofas but these are almost always the first ones taken. The design of the logo and the restaurant itself reminds you of Chef Tony's Popcorn! Of course we found out while taking a look at the menu that it was indeed Chef Tony's Restaurant.<br />
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<b>Cuisine:</b><br />
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<b></b>More American than <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cajun_cuisine">Cajun</a>. Country and BBQ to be more precise.<br />
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<b>What we had:</b><br />
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<b></b>After our orders were taken, we were surprised with a plate of regular popcorn as appetizer. It is a Chef Tony's restaurant after all.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cajun Red Rock - Tony's Special Iced Tea</td></tr>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The picture of the <b>Tony's Special Iced Tea</b> <i>(Php110)</i> on the table menu was interesting because of the two colored liquid "mixture" so we just had to try it. It was a pleasure to find out it was not all about presentation, the iced tea was actually good, especially if you like a hint of vanilla in your tea.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tony's Favorite Chops with Saffron Rice and Crispy Mojos</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div style="text-align: justify;">We tried <b>Tony's Favorite Chops </b><i>(Php275) </i>with <b>Crispy Mojos </b>and <b>Saffron Rice</b> as side dishes. The chops were tender and cooked just right. The BBQ sauce tasted sweet and just right. The Crispy Mojos were actually made of sweet potatoes, and is quite different from your regular mojos. It is a little think for some of us but the it presented a new way of enjoying sweet potatoes. The Saffron Rice, was simply delicious, it goes well with the chops.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bourbon Chops with Baked Mashed Potato and Country Potato</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div style="text-align: justify;">We also sampled their <b>Bourbon Chops </b><i>(Php320)</i> with <b>Baked Mashed Potato </b>and <b>Country Potato </b>as side dishes. The sauce just gives a hint of Bourbon, not too much and goes well with the chops. The Baked Mashed Potato were good, it is made from real potato from what we figure as it still has some of the skin left. Not your usual powdered mashed potato from fast food joints. The country potato were cooked just right and goes well with its cream sauce.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Estimated cost:</b><br />
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<b></b>A budget of Php400 - Php500 should be enough to get a sample of some of the restaurant's specialty. Of course, if you order a full slab of <b>Baby Back Ribs</b> that would be a different matter altogether.<br />
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<i>Note: Menu prices are exclusive of VAT add 12%. No Service Charge.</i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Conclusion:</b><br />
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</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">5</span></b>: Most of the food looked and tasted good, but the service when we were there was very slow. We were informed later that 2 of the wait staff were absent and so the 3 wait staff we saw running around were doing all the work. With a full wait staff this could be<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"> </span><b>6, </b>could be, but for now we leave it as a 5. It is still worth trying out.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><i>If you like our reviews or have some recommendation, please feel free to drop us a note on the comments section.</i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><i>If you want to cook some Cajun Recipe's you might want to look into this recipe book from Amazon.com</i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times;">The SPA</span></b><span style="font-family: Times;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Building 8, 908 Bonifacio High Streets<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">How to get there:</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">From C5 going south: Turn right to 32nd St., then make a left turn to 11th Ave., turn right after 30th St.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">From EDSA going north: Turn right to Kalayaan Ave. (keep right), enter Global City through 32nd St., turn right to 11th Ave., and turn right after 30th St.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal">First Impression:</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">As expected, of The Spa was not a disappointment. The staff were accommodating and courteous. The Premiere Villa was smaller than expected but then again, maybe we just expected too much. It was just right for a 75-minute massage and 30-minute preparation.</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Spa: The Fort - Premier Villa Vanity Desk</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">We have to say that the Premiere Villa's vanity desk looked useful to prepare yourself after the massage therapy, so you wouldn't look like you just came out of bed in the middle of Bonifacio Global City (BGC)!</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">A comfy looking massage bed along with very soft robes to boot also greeted us. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><b></b></span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ST66qybtj_c/TkTuhjjwklI/AAAAAAAAACM/F_zNT4TI4CY/s1600/Steambath.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ST66qybtj_c/TkTuhjjwklI/AAAAAAAAACM/F_zNT4TI4CY/s320/Steambath.jpg" width="191" /></a></td></tr>
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</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">The Spa: The Fort's Premiere Villa also comes with its own steam bath and shower room to prepare your self for the therapy session. </span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fjjau_58BGs/TkTvhxWtckI/AAAAAAAAACQ/c7jSy9vVoWA/s1600/Jacuzzi+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fjjau_58BGs/TkTvhxWtckI/AAAAAAAAACQ/c7jSy9vVoWA/s320/Jacuzzi+3.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Spa: The Fort - Jacuzzi (Premiere Villa)</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">But before taking that well deserved steam bath, be sure to take a dip in the warm and bubbling jacuzzi. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal">Services offered:</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Healthy and holistic spa services.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal">What we had:</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nRBskTTKSbU/TkUT_wuaeoI/AAAAAAAAACU/Qv896V8zZBc/s1600/Vocanic+Stone.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nRBskTTKSbU/TkUT_wuaeoI/AAAAAAAAACU/Qv896V8zZBc/s320/Vocanic+Stone.jpg" width="191" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Spa: The Fort - <a href="http://www.amazon.com/SciEd-Individual-Rock-Specimens-Volcanic/dp/B0017Y4NOW?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Volcanic Rocks</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B0017Y4NOW" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="1" /></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">We've always wanted to try Volcanic Rock Massage and we finally got the chance when we wanted to check out the Premiere Villa. Whats the point of getting the Premiere Villa for a regular massage right?</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">It turns out the volcanic rocks (looked more like regular stones actually!) are heated then used by the masseuse for the massage. There are still portions where the masseuse uses her hands to massage you as well. The volcanic rocks are also placed over areas of your back and stomach (we assume for the heat to seep into your pressure points) while the masseuse turns to massage your other pressure points.</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal">Cost:</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">75-Minute Volcanic Rock Massage (Premiere Villa)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Php2,100 (Non-member)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Php1,900 (Member)</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">For more details on the cost and services offered, you may want to check <a href="http://www.thespa.com.ph/">The Spa's website here.</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal">Conclusion:</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">5</span>: <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Could be worth your while. While the Volcanic Rock Massage and the place was great, it is just too pricey! But if you have the budget for it you have to try it at least once! This turns into a </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">6</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> if you have it at the Executive rooms (Php1,500 for Non-member and Php1,300 for members). It is quite an experience actually and we must say The Spa: The Fort have very good massage therapists.</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="text-align: justify;">Tip: <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">If you're getting a Premiere Villa, don't share it. You will be paying the same price whether you are alone in the villa or share it with a companion. You would be able to enjoy the amenities better this way. But if you want quality time with your special someone, it could be worth sharing the villa.</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=bil&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B001LUFZVW" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="1" /></span></div></div></b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1344678874799409001.post-33650847576137054852011-08-09T20:54:00.000-07:002011-08-31T23:13:54.374-07:00LEMONGRASS asian bistro<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>LEMONGRASS </b><br />
<i>asian bistro</i><br />
Ground Floor, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Mandaluyong City<br />
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<i>Note: </i>There is also a LEMONGRASS "asian bistro" in the US but according to the wait staff they are not connected. We were informed that there are other branches in Cebu, Davao and SM Megamall. Since they have very similar logos, <a href="http://www.lemongrassasianbistro.com/lemongrass/index.html">see here</a>, and food offered made us wonder if the staff was just misinformed. But then again, we were just there for the food!<br />
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<b>How to get there:</b><br />
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Shangri-la Plaza Mall is at the corner of EDSA and Shaw Blvd. <br />
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If you are going North along EDSA, turn right to Gourmet Drive right after the Shaw Blvd.<br />
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If you are going South along EDSA, turn right after Star MAll (Shaw Blvd.), take a U-turn under the flyover, turn left to EDSA, turn right to Gourmet Drive first street after Shaw Blvd.<br />
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<b>First impression:</b><br />
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It gives an impression of class, as if the restaurant is out of place somehow but the place looks cozy and some tables have lounge chairs and sofas. <br />
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<b>Cuisine:</b><br />
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LEMONGRASS serves a mixture of the various Asian Cuisines. More on the Korean, Thai and Japanese side from the dishes we've sampled.<br />
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<b>What we had:</b><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eT_NvnJsnHs/TkHxZA8NomI/AAAAAAAAABI/sT7jkn3pPKc/s1600/Togarashi+-+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="130" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eT_NvnJsnHs/TkHxZA8NomI/AAAAAAAAABI/sT7jkn3pPKc/s400/Togarashi+-+1.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Togarashi Spicy Tuna Roll</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Togarashi Spicy Tuna Roll</td></tr>
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For starters, we ordered Japanese, <b>Togarashi Spicy Tuna Roll</b> <i>(Php195)</i> since we love sushi, sashimi and maki, we thought this would be a great appetizer. It was a pleasant surprise to find this king of maki in a fusion restaurant. However, we all wondered where the spicy tuna went... we tasted neither tuna nor spice... still it was a great dish to start us off.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YOUI3Xb2Gj0/TkHxyXahMeI/AAAAAAAAABw/xhQX6YmkiqU/s1600/Tom+Yum+Goong+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="244" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YOUI3Xb2Gj0/TkHxyXahMeI/AAAAAAAAABw/xhQX6YmkiqU/s320/Tom+Yum+Goong+1.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tom Yum Goong Prawn Soup</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tom Yum Goon Prawn Soup</td></tr>
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For soup we had Thai, <b>Tom Yum Goong Prawn Soup </b><i>(Php245)</i>. The soup is mildly hot, just enough for our taste so we enjoyed it. The prawns looked like shrimps both in the size and appearance but we have to say, this is one of the better Tom Yum's we've tried in the Philippines.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lemongrass Tea</td></tr>
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We tried their <b>Lemongrass Tea </b><i>(Php105)</i><b>. </b>What we got was far from what we expected, we were divided on this one. We all expected some sort of Iced concoction, we were surprised to find out the beverage was a cocktail of different fruits (lemon, aloe and dragon-fruit) with a hint of lemongrass, or as some of us would argue lemongrass boiled in water with fruit bits.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KeZI18ZxAlA/TkHxpQg7T9I/AAAAAAAAABk/a6bBT2FikYI/s1600/Milk+Tea+with+Black+Pearl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KeZI18ZxAlA/TkHxpQg7T9I/AAAAAAAAABk/a6bBT2FikYI/s320/Milk+Tea+with+Black+Pearl.jpg" width="179" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Milk Tea with Black Pearl</td></tr>
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It was good thing, we also tried their <b>Milk Tea with Black Pearl </b><i>(Php125)</i>, which washed away the lemongrass taste from our mouths after sipping the Lemongrass tea. The Milk Tea is what you'd expect it to be, it's good to get something ordinary once in a while.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-B3YKSEz1ucw/TkHxjH2KV6I/AAAAAAAAABY/gFZ1_V_F4Rs/s1600/Lemongrass+Baby+Back+Ribs+BBQ.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-B3YKSEz1ucw/TkHxjH2KV6I/AAAAAAAAABY/gFZ1_V_F4Rs/s320/Lemongrass+Baby+Back+Ribs+BBQ.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">LEMONGRASS Baby Back Ribs BBQ</td></tr>
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The <b>LEMONGRASS Baby Back Ribs BBQ with Rice </b><i>(Php295)</i><b> </b>we had was a bit perplexing. The Baby Back Ribs were soft and the texture was good, but it appears to have been boiled and looked more liked <i>Adobong </i>Baby Back Ribs than a BBQ! The taste was not bad, but nevertheless, it was one of the more disappointing dished we had this night.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ohxPqylbzZM/TkHxd2AgpbI/AAAAAAAAABQ/biPtJNVdHgk/s1600/Korean+Beef+Ribs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="296" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ohxPqylbzZM/TkHxd2AgpbI/AAAAAAAAABQ/biPtJNVdHgk/s320/Korean+Beef+Ribs.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Homestyle Korean Beef Ribs With Steamed Rice - Serving</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-V_uRCmXSazk/TkHxgyMySzI/AAAAAAAAABU/gb7Td2eu5Zs/s1600/Korean+Beef+Ribs+-+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-V_uRCmXSazk/TkHxgyMySzI/AAAAAAAAABU/gb7Td2eu5Zs/s320/Korean+Beef+Ribs+-+2.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Homestyle Korean Beef Ribs - Dish</td></tr>
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The <b>Homestyle Korean Beef Ribs with Steamed Rice</b> <i>(Php280) </i>was good. The way it was served with the pot and candle was a great touch but the dish itself falls short of the presentation. This dish is a little sweet but chili (<i>siling</i> <i>labuyo</i>) is included for those who want a spicier version.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YX0snEHupqA/TkHxvaz70vI/AAAAAAAAABs/yjQw8JZn_RI/s1600/Thai+Shrimp+Paste+Rice+Pork+-+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YX0snEHupqA/TkHxvaz70vI/AAAAAAAAABs/yjQw8JZn_RI/s320/Thai+Shrimp+Paste+Rice+Pork+-+2.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thai Shrimp Paste Rice Pork</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7FZwF6h8IV4/TkHxsUuFusI/AAAAAAAAABo/--4PryYDjkI/s1600/Thai+Shrimp+Paste+Rice+Pork.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7FZwF6h8IV4/TkHxsUuFusI/AAAAAAAAABo/--4PryYDjkI/s320/Thai+Shrimp+Paste+Rice+Pork.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thai Shrimp Paste Rice Pork</td></tr>
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We also tried the <b>Thai Shrimp Paste Pork </b><i>(Php230)</i><b>.</b> What sets apart from the usual <i>Bagoong </i>Fried Rice<i> </i>we usually have in Thai restaurants is the added peanut bits. It adds a unique taste to this classic Thai dish.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZM1J8-n1Jdk/TkHxm46bN7I/AAAAAAAAABg/ZN5KtZhyhOE/s1600/Mango+Crepe+Topped+Ice+Cream.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZM1J8-n1Jdk/TkHxm46bN7I/AAAAAAAAABg/ZN5KtZhyhOE/s320/Mango+Crepe+Topped+Ice+Cream.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mango Crepe Topped Ice Cream</td></tr>
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For dessert, we tried their <b>Mango Crepe Topped Ice Cream </b><i>(Php145)</i><b>. </b>The presentation was good, though neither the ice cream nor the mango crepe was topped by the other... The ice cream is vanilla flavored with chocolate syrup. The crepe appeared to have <i>pandan</i> mixed into it which gives off it a faint green color and the exotic smell. The crepe in itself was not that good as it tasted and a had texture more closely resembling pancakes instead of crepes.<br />
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<b>Estimated cost:</b><br />
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For a good sample of the dishes served in LEMONGRASS, a budget of Php300-500 should be adequate.<br />
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<i>Note: Plus Service Charge. </i><i>Prices are inclusive of 12% VAT. </i><br />
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<b>Conclusion:</b><br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">4 - 5</span>: </b>We see the potential of LEMONGRASS. Unfortunately, we had some disappointing dishes. We would say it is between 4 - 5. We remain undecided, but are leaning towards it could be worth your while at the very least.<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">1 - Avoid this place at all cost! (<i>Wag mo ng subukan!)</i></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">2 - You may want to try some other place...(<i>Pwede na, kung wala ka ng ibang choice!)</i></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">3 - You could try it but we don't recommend it. (<i>Pwede na paminsan-minsan)</i></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">4 - Ordinary/Undecided - Nothing special, nothing too bad.</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">5 - Could be worth your while.</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">6 - Someplace you could recommend to your friends.</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">7 - You'll surely be back for more.<br />
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Update (2011/08/16):<br />
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Just to clarify our ratings can be simplified into 3 grades: Not Good, Undecided, and Good. The ratings 1-3 is not Good. A rating of 4 means we are undecided. A rating between 5-7 means its good.<br />
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1 - As earlier stated it is a place you would avoid no matter what. Unless of course you are dying of hunger and there are no other restaurants in the area which can alleviate your hunger. Bad service, over-priced, and the bad taste (unpalatable food or not a relaxing experience).<br />
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2 - You have a combination of 2 of the 3 elements (bad service, over-priced and bad taste).<br />
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3 - It is acceptable, a place you would normally go to but is just ordinary, it is not something you would recommend to other.<br />
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4 - Simply undecided, could go either way.<br />
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5 - The place/experience is good, it is where one would normally eat, but not one you would normally recommend to others. <br />
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6 - This place/experience immediately comes to mind when someone asks for a recommendation.<br />
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7 - This is the kind of place/experience where you do not wait for someone to ask for a recommendation, you initiate the conversation and recommend it to your friends and family.<br />
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<i>If you have question or comments on any of our posts, please feel free to do in the comments section, inappropriate comments or spam will be deleted. Thank you.</i></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1344678874799409001.post-59567479819648950402011-08-01T20:22:00.000-07:002011-08-24T07:58:31.680-07:00Cookbook Kitchen<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><b>Cookbook Kitchen</b><br />
Mandaluyong<br />
<div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">8 Socorro Fernandez Street, Mandaluyong City 1550<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">7243595 or 3815935 <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i>Daily Business Hours:</i><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Lunch: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Dinner: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM</span><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<b><div class="MsoNormal" style="display: inline !important;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span">How to get there:</span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">1: From EDSA, take Shaw Blvd. (if you are southbound - turn right after StarMall, if you are northbound - turn right after EDSA Central towards Shangri-La Plaza Mall and Pasig City, take the U-turn slot under the flyover.</span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></span></div></div></div></b><b><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">2: Go straight until Torres St, turn RIGHT (before Nissan Shaw)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">3: At the end of Torres St, turn LEFT on Araullo<o:p></o:p></span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">4: Make another LEFT (Socorro Fernandez) and you will see Cookbook Kitchen after the curve.</span></span><o:p></o:p></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">First Impression:</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">The place is cozy and homy. It is a good place to hangout with friends and family with good food.</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_5MsAuH4pKk/TjdptF9Hj3I/AAAAAAAAAA4/PDHxko0Ll_c/s1600/Mandaluyong.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_5MsAuH4pKk/TjdptF9Hj3I/AAAAAAAAAA4/PDHxko0Ll_c/s320/Mandaluyong.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Cuisine:</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">For us, Cookbook Kitchen serves a fusion of Italian, Country and Filipino food.</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">What we had:</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">We ordered </span>Seafood Basket<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> for appetizers. The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Smoked-Salmon-Seafood-Gourmet-Gift/dp/B0001P1JRC?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Seafood Basket</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B0001P1JRC" style="border-bottom-style: none !important; border-color: initial !important; border-left-style: none !important; border-right-style: none !important; border-top-style: none !important; border-width: initial !important; cursor: move; margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-left: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important; padding-bottom: 0px !important; padding-left: 0px !important; padding-right: 0px !important; padding-top: 0px !important;" width="1" /> is a mixture of deep fried Breaded Fish Fillet, Onion Rings, Fries, Shrimp Tempura and Calamares served with Honey Mustard Dip and Tempura Dipping Sauce. </span><span class="Apple-style-span"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><b></b></span></div><b><div class="MsoNormal" style="display: inline !important;"><b><div class="MsoNormal" style="display: inline !important;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><b><div class="MsoNormal" style="display: inline !important;"><div style="display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">The food is cooked just right and served hot. A good snack before the main course.</span></span></div></div></div></b></span></div></b></div></b></div><b><div class="MsoNormal" style="display: inline !important;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><b><div class="MsoNormal" style="display: inline !important;"><div style="display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZycjJTQUG7Y/TjdnaQYz3BI/AAAAAAAAAAs/tcKoeCFywL0/s1600/adobo+pasta.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZycjJTQUG7Y/TjdnaQYz3BI/AAAAAAAAAAs/tcKoeCFywL0/s320/adobo+pasta.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; padding-top: 4px; text-align: center;">Pasta al Adobo</td></tr>
</tbody></table></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">The </span><span class="Apple-style-span">Adobo Pasta</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">, one of Cookbook Kitchen's signature dishes. A fusion of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Italian-Cuisine-Cultural-Traditions-Perspectives/dp/0231122322?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Italian</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=0231122322" style="border-bottom-style: none !important; border-color: initial !important; border-left-style: none !important; border-right-style: none !important; border-top-style: none !important; border-width: initial !important; cursor: move; margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-left: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important; padding-bottom: 0px !important; padding-left: 0px !important; padding-right: 0px !important; padding-top: 0px !important;" width="1" /> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Filipino-cuisine-University-centennial-collection/dp/9718865055?ie=UTF8&tag=rant013-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Filipino</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rant013-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=9718865055" style="border-bottom-style: none !important; border-color: initial !important; border-left-style: none !important; border-right-style: none !important; border-top-style: none !important; border-width: initial !important; cursor: move; margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-left: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important; padding-bottom: 0px !important; padding-left: 0px !important; padding-right: 0px !important; padding-top: 0px !important;" width="1" /> Cuisine. Mixing the Filipino adobo with pasta seems like it would lead to a bizarre combination. Fortunately for us, and for other foodies, the combination is just right. It is an amazing dish and a must try.</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SnTE_f4NeKA/TjdohDFI6GI/AAAAAAAAAAw/5Z8aBaGmP40/s1600/parmesan+crusted+white+fish.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="212" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SnTE_f4NeKA/TjdohDFI6GI/AAAAAAAAAAw/5Z8aBaGmP40/s320/parmesan+crusted+white+fish.jpeg" style="cursor: move;" width="320" /></a></div></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; padding-top: 4px; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://cookbookkitchen.multiply.com/">Parmesan Crusted White Fish</a></div></td></tr>
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</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span">Parmesan Crusted White Fish</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> is the other signature dish of Cookbook Kitchen. It is Class-A Dory fillet, with olive oil, covered with parmesan cheese and spices baked to crisp. </span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">The dish is cooked just right. Though the olive oil maybe too much for some, a moderate amount of this would leave you asking for more.</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZjeWyIOSf6Y/Tjdpnu_P2HI/AAAAAAAAAA0/AjlXIfccdpo/s1600/Cookbook-Kitchen-Kittins-Scarlet-Cake-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZjeWyIOSf6Y/Tjdpnu_P2HI/AAAAAAAAAA0/AjlXIfccdpo/s320/Cookbook-Kitchen-Kittins-Scarlet-Cake-3.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="320" /></a></div></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; padding-top: 4px; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://food.silkenhut.com/">Kittin's Scarlett Cake</a></div></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">We had </span><span class="Apple-style-span">Kittin's Scarlet Cake</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> for Desert. At first we were just attracted with the scarlet color and the presentation but the texture and taste complement each other. Not too sweet when taken in moderation. The powder also adds a different twist to the taste (try it with the powder and without).</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">We had Golden Iced Tea as our beverage. It is a homemade brew and made just the way we like it. They also serve red and green iced tea.</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span>Tip: When you order unlimited Iced tea of any flavor, you can have a sample the other flavors on your refill.</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Estimated Cost:</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">It will cost you around Php300 to Php500 to dine well in Cookbook Kitchen. If you are a group, like us, you can share the food and try most of the selections and it would cost you less.</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Conclusion:</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">7:</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">This is a must try for any foodie and an enjoyable experience for even the casual customer. A good restaurant to recommend to friends and family. With the affordable price, and the good food, you'll just keep coming back for more.</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Other Branches:</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span></div></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">CBK Pampanga<o:p></o:p></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Greenfields Square, Km 76 McArthur Highway, Sindalan, City of San Fernando, Pampanga<o:p></o:p></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">(045) 455-1252 or 455-1259<o:p></o:p></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">CBK Eastwood City<o:p></o:p></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">1880-A Bldg., Eastwood City, QC.<o:p></o:p></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">709-3593</span></div></div></span></b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1344678874799409001.post-59782037839516493742011-07-29T00:13:00.000-07:002012-06-26T19:16:54.747-07:00Lounging Out...First of all we are not professional bloggers, neither are we food connoisseurs nor experts in spas and massages. We are simply a group of people who love to eat, hang out and get a massage every once in a while.<br />
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We know there are countless blogs about food and dining, spas and recreational places. We want to make it clear that we do not intend to clash with these sites, rather, we want to complement them. We try out some of their recommendations and try to find out how good or bad these places or activities are for ourselves, so you won't have to make the same mistakes we do...<br />
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We simply want to share our experience on the places we've enjoyed, the food you might want to sample (*ahem* devour <i>daw sabi nung isa dito</i>!), recreational activities you may want to try and some nightmares you may want to avoid.<br />
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Since we are Filipinos, we might interject Filipino words and phrases every now and then. These words and phrases will be italicized to avoid confusion. Don't worry though, these are just simple comments meant to be funny, that are better stated in our language and much "funnier" and will lose much of the meaning when they are translated to English. Rest assured, however, that they are not meant to mislead nor insult people of other languages.<br />
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Since we live in the Philippines, most of the reviews and blogs will be restaurants, cafes, spas and similar places in the Philippines (obvious<i> ba</i>?).Though every now and then we will write about places we've visited overseas (Wow<i>! Nakaka-</i>abroad<i> din pala kami!)</i>.<br />
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If there are anything you'd like to ask us, don't hesitate to do so in the comments section. We will be sure to reply to your comments as soon as we can.<br />
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The format of our reviews will go like this:<br />
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1. Name of the Place;<br />
2. Branch and Location;<br />
3. How to get there;<br />
4. First Impression;<br />
5. Cuisine, products or services offered;<br />
6. What we had;<br />
7. Estimated Cost; and<br />
8. Conclusion.<br />
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On Conclusion:<br />
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1 - Avoid this place at all cost! (<i>Wag mo ng subukan!)</i></div>
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2 - You may want to try some other place...(<i>Pwede na, kung wala ka ng ibang choice!)</i></div>
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3 - You could try it but we don't recommend it. (<i>Pwede na paminsan-minsan)</i></div>
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4 - Ordinary/Undecided - Nothing special, nothing too bad.</div>
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5 - Could be worth your while.</div>
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6 - Someplace you could recommend to your friends.</div>
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7 - You'll surely be back for more.</div>
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We might divert from this once in a while, but this will be the basic format. If you've tried some of the places we've been through, you might want to share your experiences in our comments section as well. We also accept recommendations on new places we visit and new experiences we could savor. <br />
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