Afternoon Snack at Big B, Maginhawa Street

My last stop for the Food Panda Maginhawa Food Crawl speaks nothing but BIG. Big in surprise and big in flavor, Big B offers to us their amazing burger snacks that come in quarter, half and one-pounder size. A food joint that came from a simple idea, Big B is indeed one of the hottest places along Maginhawa Street in Quezon City when you speak of burgers.

This straight-forward, no hanky-panky store has its first store here at #44-B Magiting Street, Teacher's Village, Quezon City, just a stone-throw away from the famous food street of Maginhawa.

Food blogger with the young owners of Big B

(photo by Kumagcow.com)

Big B started as a burger joint inside UP campus a few years back, but when the young owners Joelle Luviengco, Eric Galvis and Pibo Pagadion thought of going serious about it, they leased a space here in Magiting Street and started making the best out of it.

Afternoon Indulgence at The Shrimp Shack

Shrimp lovers, here's a place where you can indulge and forget how expensive it is to try and enjoy shrimp dishes. No frills, no gimmick, just pure shrimp-y goodness that will sure fill you up while keeping you pocket safe and sound - The Shrimp Shack!

Garlic Shrimp Scampi - Php245.00

With stores at Market! Market!, Taguig, SM Mall of Asia and Robinson's Place Manila, Shrimp Shack is another concept from the team that brought us The Old Spaghetti House. Boasting with bright, summer-y and beach-like ambiance, Shrimp Shack is contrary to the conservative and rusty ambiance of The Old Spaghetti House.

On my first ever visit at their store in Market! Market!, Taguig, despite of the limited space, this new restaurant is oozing with goodness starting off with their appetizers that are just perfect for sharing. The Tomato-Cheese Fondue with Nachos spells comfort food for me. The inviting aroma and the balance sweet and salty flavor of the fondue makes this dish as good starter.

A Night with Murray and D'Vine

I seldom have a night-out with my friends lately but when I do I make sure that it is memorable - like this one. And when I and my friends meet, we make sure that aside from juicy stories, our night is also filled with delicious food and soothing cocktails - like these from Murray and D'Vine of Serendra.

Imported Baby Back Ribs - Php465.00 (half)

Located at the very heart of Serendra in Bonifacio Global City, which is basically known for its classy residential buildings, Murray and D'Vine is famous for its pub-like bar mostly visited by expats. Offering local and imported beer and wine, this place takes pride on its delicious meals that are made fit for drinking beer or wine.

Classic Onion Rings - Php165.00

The place may be a bit intimidating, but once you see their menu, I bet that you'll find how cozy and inviting this place to ordinary guests. From their Pica-Pica selections to their sliders and best sellers that are sure to fill one up, I find the prices reasonable too given Murray and D'Vine is a bar-like place.

Teddy's Bigger Burger - Are You Ready?

There's no typhoon, but be sure you are ready, because this Saturday, August 23, a storm is coming our way! Originally from Hawaii, and with a chance of meatball, Teddy's Bigger Burger is taking the country by storm as they unleash and share their bigger burgers that spell nothing but D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S.

Originally from Honolulu, Hawaii where owners Ted Tsakiris and Rich Stula opened their first burger joint at the base of Diamond Head, Teddy's Bigger Burger is now available in 11 locations in Hawaii, and has recently opens in Washington and Iowa, and soon in California and Texas.

Here in Asia, Teddy's Bigger Burger had its first store in Japan and now, seconded here in the Philippines.

That Pretzel Bun from Wendy's

Ever had a burger that is so good you don't wanna put it down and stop munching on it til the last bite? Well, I had that moment when I finally tried Wendy's Philippines' latest offering - and yes, FINALLY, it's here in the country - the Pretzel Bacon Cheeseburger!

Marked with big X, Wendy's latest burger offers a crisp and chewy pretzel bun sandwiching Wendy's signature 100% U.S. beef patty that is just so sinfully good. Of course, this delicious surprise wouldn't be complete without the goodness added by the strips of bacon, melted cheddar cheese, spring of greens and the one that sticks them altogether, the smoky honey mustard.

Taters Sandwich: Are You a Sandwicher?

While everyone is in Luneta screaming "No to Pork! No to Pork!", I and five of my friends are having a tasty non-pork meal in Trinoma that shares nothing but the most delectable chicken sandwich. Glazed in sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing, Taters' featured sandwich for the month of August - California Honey Chicken - is definitely something that all chicken sandwich lover should try now.

Available in ala carte and in combo meal, Taters' California Honey Chicken is simply different from the usual chicken sandwich that we have now in the market. Grilled to its tenderness but still keeping that tasty juice, the chicken in this sandwich is so divine that you won't be guilty having it from time to time.

Tuesday Habit at Stackers Burger Cafe

If there's one burger-lover habit that I wouldn't mind doing every single day, even on holidays, this might be it! With the juicy, crispy and truly filling treat that Stackers Burger Cafe is offering every Tuesday of this month, this is the best so far that I believe every burger-lover MUST not let it pass - most specially because this Penthouse Burger is at 50% OFF!!!

You've read it very right! All Tuesdays of the month of May, as their anniversary treat, Stackers Burger Cafe  is offering a 50% discount on their tallest and yummiest burger - The Penthouse Burger! A treat you wouldn't  wanna miss, this anniversary blowout offering is available in all of their 5 branches in the metropolis, namely Eastwood City Walk, Metrowalk, The Venice Piazza, Alabang Town Center and Resorts World Manila's Newport Mall.

And yesterday, Tuesday, I had the most amazing and filling lunch here together with some friends that added more fun while munching on this towering burger! If you think I muster to put this tower down by myself, YOU ARE VERY WRONG! Hahaha!

BBQ Love with Wendy's BBQnator

Finally, our love for barbecue has been answered by Wendy's by offering  a truly delicious and drooling offering just before the Holidays! So, if you are thinking of dieting this Holidays, think again! Because the Wendy's BBQnator is here!

2 juicy quarter-pound imported beef patties, 6 strips of tasty smoked bacon, 2 slices of American cheese, savory with hickory barbecue sauce and topped with crunchy real onion rings are what made this latest mouth-watering treat from Wendy's.

I had my indulgence of it a few days ago and I must say that I can't wait to try it again. I'll just make sure that my tummy is fully empty because this sweet thing can fill anyone's at a very unexpected way.

Open Your Mouth Wide with Chili’s New Big Mouth Burgers

You’ll surely have more than enough with these newest burger offerings of Chili’s. And when I say more than enough, I’m talking about the Chili’s pride – their mouthwatering, over satisfactory Deluxe Big Mouth Burgers!

Forget about those fancy restaurants, forget about those diets and forget about those fine dining, dig in, use your hands and open that big mouth of yours for you’re surely burp with these delectable burgers!

Chef Mc Koy Gabriel