Mardi Gras Night at New Orleans!

Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday in English is a season where Western countries such as the Latin America and Europe celebrate to eat and be merry before Ash Wednesday or the beginning of Lenten Season. And though, I've been wanting to experience the real deal in Brazil, where the streets are filled with colorful floats and dancers, I was delighted to receive an invitation from New Orleans in Bonifacio High Street to celebrate this world-renowned carnival affair.

Filled with mostly foreigners from the Western countries, New Orleans an Clawdaddy's restaurants, which is  under The Red Crab Group of Restaurants hosted this world-class affair that made the night of every guests full of food, sexy dancers and samba music!

I was actually surprised that it turned out so well. And despite of the whole place being so crowded, I had a great time partying and drinking because I really felt the awesome Mardi Gras feel that I've been wanting to experience.

Lenten Goodness from Figaro!

I know, I know, I know. Despite of the church's call to do some fasting, I'm here posting a delicious food blog like this. I'm bad!!! Hehe. Blame me all you want, but with they all look so nice, smell was really captivating and the taste... oh, heavenly! And guess, what they are perfect for the Lent! So, I guess, the church can forgive me on this one, right?

This year, as the whole country repent and ask for forgiveness this Lenten Season, Figaro Coffee Company presents a line of Lent-friendly dishes that will surely hit the right spot of your cravings.

Enjoy some non-meat pizza and pasta dishes from Figaro from their guiltless Spagnolo Sardine Pizza, Magherita Pizza and Aglio Olio Pasta!

Find sweetness with Figaro's Cioccolato Morsi

I know, I know, that if you've been following me on Twitter, you'll know how bitter I am this Valentine's Day. You can't blame me, I have to stay in the office whole day today, giving me no time to find my one true love. Hahaha! But kidding aside, I just found a way to somehow cleanse the bitterness away in me, and that'll be by eating chocolates! LOTS OF THEM! I'm glad there's the Figaro who gives out free of these today!

Since yesterday and up until tomorrow, February 15, Figaro Coffee Company is giving out free Cioccolato Morsi Heart Sprinkles for every Php500.00 single receipt purchase in any of their branches.

You'll get to enjoy a box of 4 Cioccolato Morsi this Valentine's Week at no expense, a perfect to celebrate this lovely season, right?

The Angel's Heart Pizza!

Fall in love this Valentine's Day as Angel's Pizza Pasta Combo shares this heart-warming and tummy-filling treat that I'm sure lovers would love to have this Love Month. Bite in to crunchy thin crust pizza, topped with your choice of pizza toppings that'll make you V-day more meaningful and personalized with their Heart-Shaped Pizza!

Yes, these heart-shaped pizzas are now available at Angel's Pizza Pasta Combo for this Love Month. Started last January 23 and will last til February 29, you and your love one can avail these cute, heart-shaped pizzas at Big Family Thin Crust size.

And last week, guess what? I was surprised to receive two of them here in the office. And despite of being SINGLE (ehem, ehem), I had an early Valentine's treat that somehow cleared the bitterness in me. Haha! And that bitterness was thankfully washed away by the delicious and really crunchy flavor of these pizzas. Yumm!

CBD at the Central Business District

If you've been to the Meat Plus and loved it, and also to Tender Bob's and loved it too, then I'm sure that you'll love the food that this new place in CBD has to offer. But don't be confuse, because if you think that we're talking still talking about business here, you are very wrong. It's leisure time! And there's no better way to celebrate it but with Cheesesteaks, Burgers and Drinks! And that's what this CBD in CBD stands for!

Last week, I was invited to dine with a chef whom I've met before at Tender Bob's in Greenbelt Two, Chef Chiloy Santos, together with some others food bloggers whom I've met before too. I came a little late but still welcomed with a smile by my fellow food bloggers and Chef Chiloy.

Upon my arrival, I was immediately assisted to the counter where their menu was posted. That time, I just had a quick glance of the whole place, and I must say that it was larger inside that what I thought of it outside.

A Friday Night-out at Krave - Makati

A few days ago, I was invited by a friend to dine with them and somehow do a little review about this resto here in Legaspi Village, Makati. Little do I know about the resto and the chef behind it, I still said yes, because she said that this place named KRAVE offers a cozy atmosphere and mouthwatering steak that I will surely love.

KRAVE is located at the ground floor of F & M Lopez Building in C. Palanca St., Legaspi Village, Makati City. A stone-throw away from the very busy Ayala Avenue, one can get easily at ease with its classy and really cozy atmosphere.

At day time, I'd say that this place is a good spot to do some business over lunch meetings, while at night, and especially during weekends, this is a great place to hangout with, may you'll be with your colleagues or your friends.

Though this place can only sit 30 to 40 persons, the interior is just perfect to give everyone a classy touch of restaurant, bar and lounge in one. I haven't been to this kind of place for a long time, so it as kind of a treat to me too.

Foodie Bloggers Night with Johnny Rockets!

Checkered  flooring, leather seats, jukebox, dancing waitresses and '60s music - that's what filled our night during the foodie bloggers night hosted by Johnny Rockets at Eastwood Mall, Libis Quezon City.

Attended by almost 20 bloggers who spent a night of dancing and eating and playing and eating, our night was also filled with surprises, games and freebies that we all enjoyed!

To be honest, I've been dying to try Johnny Rockets but since I've heard that the burgers here are a little pricey, I just let my palette wait til I get the right budget for it. 

Crustasia Asian Bistro and My Crab-tastic Lunch!

Sorry, Mr. Crabs, but this is something that is so hard to resist. Especially with your kinds that were served in this very appealing and really delicious way! Hahaha! Guys, let me share to you the crab-tastic lunch I'eve ever had in my life at Crustasia Asian Bistro, Rocwell.

Not so long ago, I had an amazing yet spicy dinner at this joint. And though, most of the dishes that I've got to try that night were really fiery in the mouth, I enjoyed how each dish shared an astonishing mix of flavors that challenged my appetite and my taste buds.

And today that I'm back for this "under the sea" luncheon, my palette, which is now prepared for some hot and spicy dish, is very excited to indulge to this crustacean treat will change the image of this place to my mind.

Dining with known personalities and celebrities was already a treat to me that day, especially with Miss Janice de Belen, one of the few actress that I really adore. But when they started filling our tables with the eye-catching dishes that they prepared for us, the day just become happier.

Boracay: Smoke

I know that a lot of you who have never been to the adventure-filled island of Boracay would think that everything is expensive here. I’m telling you, YOU ARE WRONG. Because during my last night on the island, in my quest to find a more affordable dining place, I found Smoke!

Smoke is a local restaurant which you can find at the far corner of D Mall, Station 2, Boracay. With is bloody red color, this place is popular for its affordable, home-styled meals too.

From itlog na pula, tuyo, to sinigang, down to grilled seafood, you can find it here and readily available upon ordering.

Open til late night, Smoke was the answer to my hungry tummy during my last night here in Boracay. And though the place is packed during lunch and dinner time, probably because of its affordability, that night Smoke was all mine and some few other customers. Hehe.

The place is really small, if you’d asked me, only about 30 to 40 people can seat in here. The acoustic was pretty bad during lunch and dinner. With every guest almost shoulder to shoulder when dining in, talking to one another would be a problem. But that night, when I visited the place, again, it was almost all mine, so I really had a great time dining there.

Boracay: I ♥ Backyard BBQ

For me, the best and most memorable beach experience are those of when I am with my family and friends enjoying the sun, sand and water. But of course, those adventures wouldn't be complete without food, and one dish that I really love having at the beach are the ones which are cooked on the grille. And there’s nothing easier to prepare than the char-burnt, delectable barbecues!

Thank goodness, when I visited the very beautiful island of Boracay, there’s this one place that offers not only delicious barbeques but also come at a very affordable, I ♥ Backyard BBQ!