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Cafe Ilang-Ilang at The Manila Hotel

I never knew there was a new buffet place at the Manila Hotel until I saw Jin’s post. So yesterday 12 of us trooped to the Manila Hotel armed with 6 copies of 50% off coupons from 6 Sunday issues of The Manila Bulletin. Smart move huh? Warning there are lots of pictures on thisContinue reading “Cafe Ilang-Ilang at The Manila Hotel”

Lucy’s 1st Birthday Party

Yesterday I attended the 1st birthday party of my cousin Polly’s adorable daughter, Lucy. Polly and her hubby Al along with both their parents came home from different parts of the US to celebrate this important occasion in Manila. The party was held in Greenmeadow’s clubhouse. It was my first time to go there andContinue reading “Lucy’s 1st Birthday Party”

Grilled Burgers

I know it’s snowing in most parts of the US and it’s raining in Manila but maybe these burgers that we grilled last August in Virginia will remind you of summer and make you happy. I know it made us full and happy. If you’ve been reading my blog for a while you will knowContinue reading “Grilled Burgers”

Brunch at Birch and Barley

I chose the restaurant where we ate for Sunday brunch. I was quite nervous since none of my companions have tried this restaurant and they work in DC! A small article in a DC magazine caught my eye. It mentioned Birch and Barley’s terrific brunch menu. Based on that and few online reviews I convincedContinue reading “Brunch at Birch and Barley”

Crowded House at Wolf Trap

One of my favorite things to do in Virginia is to watch a concert at Wolf Trap’s lawn section. The first time La brought me to Wolf Trap a few years ago we watched the musical Rent. Last July I got to watch one of my favorite Aussie bands from the 80’s, Crowded House. IContinue reading “Crowded House at Wolf Trap”

Bingsoo at Le Matin De Paris

After dinner at Honey Pig, Sharon said we were going to have bingsoo for dessert? Bing what? I couldn’t wait to find out what she was talking about. When we got there I was surprised to see the name, Le Matin De Paris. It was a French bakery owned by Koreans. It looked like yourContinue reading “Bingsoo at Le Matin De Paris”

Honey Pig Gooldaegee Korean Grill

Every time I go to Virginia my cousin Sharon brings me to a Korean restaurant. This time we went to Honey Pig, a popular restaurant in Annadale that’s open for 24 hours. I read from the other reviews that the place always has lines. We were lucky to find a table for our big groupContinue reading “Honey Pig Gooldaegee Korean Grill”

Casillero Del Diablo wines at Tosca

Last October 20, 2010 my HS classmate, Evelyn invited me and a few wine lover friends to a dinner at Tosca at the Dusit Hotel to celebrate Casillero del Diablo wines. moi, Rochelle, Evelyn, Janet and Deb Casillerio del Diablo, one of the most well know brands of premium wines from Chile is distributed inContinue reading “Casillero Del Diablo wines at Tosca”

Lobby Lounge, InterContinental Hotel Hong Kong

Our friends who were staying at the InterContinental hotel invited us for a light dinner at the Lobby Lounge. Even though the weather was chilly we didn’t mind the short walk when we can see images like these. I took this picture while standing on the steps going to the hotel. It shows part ofContinue reading “Lobby Lounge, InterContinental Hotel Hong Kong”

Lunch at Loong Yat Heen

My dad’s friend, Allen, invited us to lunch at Loong Yat Heen in The Kowloon Hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui. The last time I ate at Loong Yat Heen the restaurant was in the basement. Now it’s on the 2nd floor sharing space with The Window Cafe. I remember eating the best roast goose there.Continue reading “Lunch at Loong Yat Heen”