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”
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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”
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”
Christmas Party catered by Chef Tum
It’s only fitting that my last post for the year 2010 be about good food, fabulous friends and a happy, happy night. A couple of weeks into December we decided to have an early Christmas party among friends and celebrate Pat’s birthday at the same time. It turned out great because Pat paid for dinnerContinue reading “Christmas Party catered by Chef Tum”
Christmas party catered by Choi Garden
Last night I attended a Christmas party at a friend’s house. The food was catered by Choi Garden, my favorite Chinese restaurant in Manila. I didn’t even know they did catering. That’s 10 Peking ducks in the picture. They did the cooking and prep work in the basketball court above the house’s kitchen. The foodContinue reading “Christmas party catered by Choi Garden”
Birthday Lunch at Summer Palace
For my mom’s birthday yesterday we brought her to Summer Palace for a change. I saw Lori’s blog about Summer Palace’s La Mien festival and it looked really interesting. I haven’t been to Summer Palace in a long time. Every time we wanted to eat Chinese food it’s always at Choi Garden and now LugangContinue reading “Birthday Lunch at Summer Palace”
Queso de Bola Cheesecake and Creme Brulee Cake
My mom loves cheesecake and since it’s her birthday today I gave her one of the best and most unique cheesecakes I’ve ever eaten. Happy birthday mom! Thanks for reading my blog every morning as soon as you wake up. Thanks for emailing me my mistakes, missing words or wrong spelling. My mom is theContinue reading “Queso de Bola Cheesecake and Creme Brulee Cake”
Shaved ice, other desserts and more at Lugang Cafe
No I don’t have shares in Lugang Cafe but i wish I did. I just darn love the food. Tuesday was a holiday and we brought some friends to Lugang to share the joyous experience of eating there. It seemed half the town had the same idea. The place was packed and I saw aContinue reading “Shaved ice, other desserts and more at Lugang Cafe”
Wee Nam Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice in Manila
Popular Hainanese chicken restaurant Wee Nam Kee from Singapore just opened it’s first overseas branch in Ayala Triangle Garden in Makati. It was my first time to go to the new Ayala Triangle Garden and it was beautifully lighted at night specially with all the holiday decor. The place was full with many patiently waitingContinue reading “Wee Nam Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice in Manila”
Bubble Tea Restaurant and Awesome Ph
I’m always on the look out for good milk tea in Manila. I’ve finally found a good hot milk tea at Lugang Cafe but so far the bubble milk teas I’ve tried have been disappointing. They all taste more milk than tea. Will this be the one? I’ve seen Bubble Tea restaurant in SM MegamallContinue reading “Bubble Tea Restaurant and Awesome Ph”
Shoot First Eat Later 