Late Night Bingeing at Downtown Bacolod

On our last night in Bacolod, my superfriends and I tried a different experience that we wouldn't do in Metro Manila. Something that some foodies wouldn't even dare to try to if they are out of town too - eat on sidewalks. And if there's one perks that our hotel has, which is the King's Hotel btw, it'll the sidewalk foodie stations that are just outside it.

It was already past 11 o'clock at night and finding a decent place around our hotel was one thing we didn't expect. And since Bacolod is non-7-Eleven county, we ended up having our late night dinner in one of the food stalls we found along Gatuslao Street.

Bacolod: Take Me Back to Calea!

After salivating over pictures and blog posts and pictures and blog posts of my friends who had a taste of these sumptuous cakes from Bacolod City, I finally had my own time to dig in to these sweet and delicious and enjoyed these fantastic Calea cakes! Wee!

From having a hearty lunch at Manokan Country and after buying some pasalubong at BongBong's, my superfriends and I spent some time visiting this sweetest place in Bacolod. I believe Calea has just been there for a few years, but travelers consider the place a must-visit now , and its cakes a must-have!

I never thought that they really have these wide selection, and to surprise us more, the prices were really that affordable! Compared to the other coffee shops I tried here in Manila, Calea offer not just enjoyable treats but also pocket-friendly delights too - something that Manila coffee shops must have. 

Bacolod: The Best Pasalubong from Bong-Bong's

On the Eat, Pay Love Trip that I had with my superfriends, Bacolod is the place where we spent  this "Love" portion. Actually, we never thought that we love will Bacolod that much, but with their really sumptuous dishes and lovely people, I can't blame why a lot of people fell in love with this city, including us! And thank God, leaving Bacolod wasn't that heart-shattering as it was supposed to be for us because we were able to spend some lovely time buying "pasalubong" for our "LOVE" ones. ^_^

And here in Bacolod, one of the best places to hit for some goodies for the family and friends back home is BongBong's.

BongBong's is so easy to find since most of the cab drivers are familiar of the place. They also have a kiosk ready to serve everyone at SM Bacolod, but upon our observation, the prices are a little higher, so I guess, if you are buying a lot, better hit it's main store. ^_^

Bacolod: Manokan Country and its BEST Chicken Inasal

Since I had an allergic reactions on chicken, I limit myself from having this feathery creature. As much as possible I refrain from having even a tiny piece of it to avoid more complications. But since my Bacolod trip was scheduled ahead of time, I had enough time preparing myself and readying my enzymes to this Chicken Inasal indulgence at Bacolod's Manokan Country.

Manokan Country gain its popularity for serving this super, duper delicious Bacolod's specialty, and when I got to try it, there's no doubt why a lot of people keeps coming back to this place. Their Chicken Inasal was simply the best!

If it is your first time to visit the highly urbanized city of Bacolod like me, I suggest to write down on your itinerary this - MANOKAN COUNTRY - for you not to miss the best Chicken Inasal you'll ever have in your life!

Located just around the block of SM Bacolod, finding this Chicken Inasal haven is so easy. All you need is a hungry tummy, some money to pay your bill, of course, and your casual self and you are good to go.

Van Houten presents Cocoaphilia

World's top favorite chocolate brand Van Houten gladly shared to selected members of the press and online community their wonderful 180 years of existence and their new found chocolate knowledge through an sumptuous chocolate appreciation afternoon at Society Lounge, Makati City.

I'm a HUGE chocolate lover. And having a day without chocolate is like a suicide to me. So when I received an invitation to attend this Cocoaphilia event, ask no more, I was there - on the dot! Haha!

Upon entering the elegant receiving area of Society Lounge, I was welcomed by our friends from Van Houten. And with a smile as sweet as a milk chocolate bar, they told me to enjoy what they prepared for us.

Japanese Comfort Food at Raku Hokkaido Ramen House

With different Japanese food places available 24/7 all over the metropolis, finding one that gives you comforting experience, unique and close-to-authentic appeal is kinda hard. But do you know that here in Salcedo Village in Makati City, there's this one place that is making a noise - or should I say spreading that good Japanese aroma and flavor that embodies the soothing and relaxing effect of real Japanese dishes? It's name is Raku Hokkaido Ramen House, and this is where my palette led me when I craved for some different Japanese taste here in the bustling city of Makati.

Raku Hokkaido Ramen House has been there for years now, and for those who are not yet aware, their first branch is located at NAIA Terminal 3. 

When I dined in their newest place here in Makati, I was lucky enough to meet it's owners Mr. and Mrs. Andrew and Sandee Marasigan. They are also the owners of XO46 Bstro Filipino, which is by the way located besides Raku Hokkaido Ramen House here in Salcedo Village, Makati City.

Anyhow, on my first visit to this place, I was treated to an afternoon of Gyoza and Ramen delight, which to my gladness tasted really different. Different in a good way, that is.

Bizu Celebrates 10 Years with Joie de Vivre

In every relationship that stays for a week, for a month, or for a year, we celebrate. We do that not just to look back at the memories we had, but also to welcome the many more glorious days or years that are coming.

And in celebration of one of most love pattisseries, Bizu Patisserie and Cafe invites everyone who loves happiness and photography at same time to join their 10th year anniversary photo contest. With 6 categories to join in to, this exciting contest is open to professional and amateur photographers. And it will run from August 15th to October 31st of this year.

I was one of the selected food bloggers who were invited to join their Bloggers' Night, which was held at Greenbelt 2 a few days ago and on that night we were treated to Joie de Vivre night that we didn't expect.

The sweet party started with a registration where each of us was given a Kodak disposable camera to use to capture the night's fun and excitement.

BonChon Chicken: Chicken of the Year!

Though, it wasn't my first time to try these addictive chicken, receiving an invitation to dine with my fellow bloggers is a big yes-yes to me. And you'll know why it is hard to resist such an invitation once you get to taste BonChon Chicken.

BonChon Chicken has been a household name when it comes to tasty cooked chicken since it open its doors last year. With its branches slowly sprawling around the metropolis, the fanbase of this delectable cooked chicken brand gets bigger and bigger as everyone gets a chance to taste their yummy treats, which is originally from the U.S.

Hyphy's: A 'Frisco-Pinoy Fusion by Chef Bruce Lim

I've seen and met Chef Bruce Lim a lot of times before. But during those meetings and small talks I had with him, I really didn't know or even sense that this in-demand celebrity chef is actually from San Francisco -  a place that honed his culinary expertise.

Yes, Chef Bruce Lim hails from San Francisco, a place so dear to him that he brought a piece of it to Manila through the sumptuous offerings of his latest restaurant Hyphy's.

Pronounced as 'high-fees', this latest hyped and tummy-filling food den can be found at the Veranda of Robinson's Galleria. And with a price a little less than Chef Bruce's other restaurant, Chef's Table, you'll surely give the great chef a high-five!

Venice Piazza's The Great Market

Yuletide season is fast approaching, and with every metropolis human being getting so busy and all, the time left for them to enjoy one hearty meal is at night - some are on midnight. That's why Venice Piazza Mall came up with something so classy, so European yet so Pinoy when it comes to prices and flavors with launch of The Great Market.

In partnership with Megaworld's Venice Piazza, Merseville, The Great Market's organizer, brought up this one-stop place that will give great value to your money with their unique and world-class offerings that you will surely fill your tummies.