My visit: December 14, 2009
Market Cafe
1588 Pedro Gil corner MH del Pilar,
Malate, Manila 1004
2451234
manila.casino@hyatt.com
Just two days after my first Christmas party of the year, here I am dining buffet style with DH's Canadian friends at Market Cafe.
group picture
E, wearing polo right next to me, and G, wearing checkered black, were spending the holidays here in the Philippines. With hectic holiday, only Monday can fit in everyone's schedule.
Japanese section
The chef poses for my camera. I was just asking for permission if I can take a picture of the buffet area but he seem to have misunderstood me lol Hence, the pose.
kimchi among others
DH at the red meat section
leg of lamb
dessert bar
fruit selection
buffet area
dining area
nice color combination
very spacious dining area
toilet
medium well steak
lamb kebab
my plate- tamago, sushi and tempura
I got the last two tempura and I was disappointed because its already a bit soggy. The tamago was just alright but the sushi... I like!
salad with balsamic vinaigrette and blue cheese caesar salad dressing
I had to request for a refill of their fresh vegetables. I wonder why with many staff roaming around the buffet area and only a few diners how come they neglect to refill the plate and had to wait for diners to call their attention. The veggies were nice and crunchy though.
baked oyster
This was yummy even though the garlic was a bit toasted.
slice of leg of lamb well done
I find the lamb a bit dry, actually most of what we ate tasted dry. No juice overflowing from my slice of lamb.
creme brulee
I was just asking for a small slice but I got a whole plate of creme brulee. I was not able to finish this because it's too sweet!
mango and banana crepe with walnut and vanilla ice cream
The crepe was already made and not cooked/ prepared as you order. Nevertheless, I like it.
l-r strawberry cake and dalandan sorbet with strawberry ice cream
I had a couple of bite of strawberry cake. The dalandan sorbet was on a bitter side. I like the strawberry ice cream the most.
ooops... sorry E for blocking you
The canned soft drinks and beer on our table were included in the cost of the buffet. I still heart Sofitel's Spiral buffet. It's still my best bet.
Cost: PhP1336++/pax
