Elias, Solaire's Patisserie, French Baker, Sincerity & King Sue

I am featuring Random Eats here in my blog. These are food that titillated my sense of taste like this sansrival from The French Baker (pictured below).

My mom ordered a sansrival from The French Baker while she was having a coffee break. At first, I didn't approve of it, thinking it would be too sweet for them "oldies" but to my delight, it tasted really good! I ended up eating most of it. Uhm, well, I tried to portion control and save my mom at least 1/4 and the rest was eaten by my dad lol

Sansrival from The French Baker in Robinsons Magnolia

For sweet Filipino dessert, I always go to Elias in Robinsons Magnolia. The bestsellers, at least in my opinion, are the Halo-halo and Guinomis.

Elias' Halo Halo

only ube ice cream for my dad

Actually, only ube flavored ice cream was available lol

Elias' Guinomis

that order was actually mine but dad insisted on posing with it

my mom's coffee

During the holiday season, I received an insulated King Sue gift pack containing some of its products and from The Kaiser Deli.

Krispy Kreme Speculoos Cookie Butter & Salted Caramel Donuts

June 20, 2013

Krispy Kreme
Upper Ground Floor,
Robinsons Magnolia

I went to Robinsons Magnolia (again!) this afternoon. I spotted a Krispy Kreme store located on the Upper Ground Floor of the mall. There were three vacant couches from where I can see...it's a sign---> I can eat a piece of doughnuts today lol

 Krispy Kreme Speculoos White Chocolate Vanilla Cookie Butter Doughnut PhP 45

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Original Glaze Doughnut (partly hidden) PhP 33

On top of the shelf is Krispy Kreme's Speculoos Cookie Butter Doughnut in Dark Chocolate Vanilla and White Chocolate Vanilla Cookie Butter. The doughnuts are calling out my name! Sad, I can only choose one so I can taste another doughnut from Krispy Kreme's Delectable Dessert selection. With the staff's recommendation, White Chocolate Vanilla it is!

White Chocolate Vanilla

Shell doughnut filled with Vanilla Cookie Butter Kreme filling, dipped in White Chocolate and topped with Belgium Chocolate Chips and Caramel Crunch

As with any other Krispy Kreme doughnut, it is light and fluffy. The sweetness of the White Chocolate on top was just right. It was not overwhelming at all. I anticipated the chocolate chips and caramel crunch in every bite.

Read all about my current favorite Krispy Kreme doughnut after the break...

MAPLE in Shangri-la East Wing

May 12, 2013

Maple
L/G Shangri-La Plaza, East Wing
EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard,
Mandaluyong City
6216211

PROMO!!!

Get HALF the price at Maple Shangri-La Plaza Mall East Wing branch when you charge a minimum bill of PhP 1,000 to your Citi Card. Enjoy a maximum discount of PhP 2, 500 per visit. Valid from May 20 to May 26, 2013. For inquiries calls 4778027 or 4777248.

Alas! After salivating from so many photos of Maple dishes taken by Instagram users that I follow, I was finally able to try it during Mother's Day ; )

The Maple Burger PhP 475

A juicy grilled patty, American cheese, lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, fried onion rings and maple glazed bacon

I will start with The Maple Burger, the patty was juicy. The melted cheese on top kept the burger compact even after slicing it into four for sharing ; p I noticed that the bun was small for its burger though. The bacon was cooked just the way I like it. How I wish there were several more onion rings on the side and not just three. After all, I am paying PhP 475 for this meal alone.

And, uh, I think the country fries do not belong with this order but in The Big Maple Breakfast ; p I don't know why it was served together with The Maple Burger. I just noticed it while writing this entry.

For other dishes on our table, read after the break...

J.CO opens it's first 24-hour store in Eastwood City

January 31, 2013

J.CO Donuts and Coffee
Ground Floor, Eastwood Mall
Eastwood City, Libis, Quezon City

Yesterday, I witnessed the grand opening of the 7th J.CO Donuts and Coffee store in the Philippines. Located at the bustling Eastwood City in Libis, this latest and biggest branch to-date is ready to serve you 24/7.

J.CO Eastwood City outlet

Founder of J.CO Donuts and Coffee, Johnny Adrean, flew in from Jakarta to grace the opening and join the festivities happening inside the newest outlet.

Find out what was in store for all media guests after the break...

Discover Kobe: Steak Land for the Best Kobe Beef!

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Day 3

December 30, 2012

Kobe Beef Steak Land (Suteki-rando)
about two blocks away from Hankyu Sannomiya Station
078-3321653

Did you know that Kobe Beef is sold only within Japan? Yes, it's true. I have seen labels like "For Domestic Consumption ONLY" attached to Kobe beef.

Anyway, when our Japan trip was still in the planning stage, I insisted that we should eat Kobe beef while in Kobe or don't go there at all ; p

Kobe Beef Steak Lunch 150g JPY 2,980 (PhP 1,490) per pax

I ate all 10 cubes, you don't want to waste any of these mouth-watering, juicy Kobe beef, do you? To sum it all up, it's Y-U-M-M-Y!

This set includes salad, miso soup, rice, pickles, grilled vegetables and coffee (served after). This lunch set is available from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.

To read the full entry, visit Kobe Beef Steak Land (Suteki-rando)

Up next, outlet store in Kobe! 

You can view the 3-part Kyoto adventure here, here and here. To view where we stayed during our 8-day stint in Japan, visit here. Interested where we dine on our first night in Osaka? Then read here. Intrigued about the ultimate camera I bought from Canon? View from this link. My Shinkansen (Japan Bullet Train) experience here. Must visit place,  Weathercock Mansion here. Hungry in Kobe? Eat at Steak Land for authentic Kobe Beef. Or visit Mitsui Outlet Park in Marine Pia Kobe for some outlet shopping.

Discover a town called Kinosaki and its 7 onsen.

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What's Your Favorite J.CO Drink?

August 26, 2012

J.CO Donuts & Coffee

Level 3, Greenbelt 3 

Ayala Ave., Makati CIty

Last Sunday, my family and I traveled from SM Mall Of Asia to Greenbelt 3 just to get our hands on J.CO Donuts & Coffee. In SM MOA, the line going inside J.CO store is super long, extending outside the store. In the hope of tasting the various drinks from J.CO, my DS drove to Greenbelt 3. Crazy, huh? But it's worth the trip!

Hot Jcoccino Due PhP 130

DS ordered Hot Jcoccino. It's cappuccino - J.Co style! It's a blend of bold Italian espresso and milk topped with a masterfully-crafted foam art.

Just so you know, J.CO is not only a donut store. It also offers a wide array of unique beverage concoction. Like its donuts, J.CO beverages are uniquely crafted beyond our imagination.

Read more after the break....

Chow Fun: Coffee Beef Hotpot & More!

August 10, 2012

Chow Fun

103 J.Abad Santos St.,

Little Baguio, San Juan

Right after my Tinette & Co. salon experience, my parents and I went straight to Chow Fun for merienda. By the time we got there, it was already close to 6pm. But as luck would have it, we were able to park right in front of the restaurant. I don't know if they have any other parking space provided for other diners but if you are familiar with the former location of Mann Hann, that's where Chow Fun is located.

 

 Coffee Beef hotpot PhP275

Since my parents said it's still early for dinner, we only ordered 2 main dishes- Coffee Beef Hotpot & Mapo Tofu and one order of Lechon Macau Buns. We were the only ones dining that might explain why the orders came in succession but I was glad the kitchen didn't made me wait for so long, plus one point! 

Anyway, for the price of Coffee Beef hotpot, I think the serving is quite small. I don't mind paying for more so long as you can make this dish larger ; p This dish is best paired with rice because the flavor is too strong / concentrated. Do not get me wrong, I love this dish and I would recommend it you, my dear readers ; p If your concern is the beef, it was tender and not chewy, just the way I like it!

Korea Chronicle: Fashionista in Starbucks

My visit: December 28, 2011

Day 6 (1st day DIY Seoul Tour)

Fashionista? Ako yun ; p lol 

The hotel that we stayed in Seoul did not include breakfast in the package. It was a good thing that Seoul have a lot of coffee shops around. But we opted to enter a familiar coffee shop- Starbucks.

me and my signature hot chocolate W4, 800 (PhP192)

It was too late when I saw a menu with calorie count near the cashier. I already ordered a hot chocolate which has around 478 kcal, if I remembered it right. I should have just ordered Starbucks' Coffee Frappuccino which has less than 200 kcal... waaaaaah!

We also ordered Cranberry Chicken sandwich (not in the photo) for W3, 900 (PhP156).

Family Bonding in Bag of Beans Tagaytay

My visit: October 31, 2011

Bag of Beans
General Emilio Aguinaldo Highway
Mendez Crossing
West, Tagaytay City
046- 4134356

I have been to Bag of Beans on numerous occasions. Clearly, it seems that whenever my family goes to Tagaytay, a trip to this quaint coffee shop & bakery is a must. Last October 31 is no different, my family and relatives all met up there for an afternoon snack after visiting the grave of my grandparents.

Blueberry pancake PhP195

I only took photos of the food and drinks that we have ordered. Shown above was a blueberry pancake ordered by DH. He loves blueberries. It comes with 2 slices of orange. See the melted butter on top? It's hot, hot, hot!

Starbucks: Cinnamon roll and Lemon Poppy Seed muffin

My visit: October 24, 2010

Starbucks Coffee

Cinema level

6th floor, Shangri- la Plaza

EDSA corner Shaw Blvd.,

Mandaluyong City

Before my blog turns into an all fashion blog, I am sharing a food post for all you foodies out there!

cinnamon roll PhP49

Sneaky me, always when DH is not around, I will order a cinnamon roll. I am a late bloomer when it comes to the cinnamon taste. My palate was not accustomed to it but I learned how to like it. Now, I enjoyed it so much that I end up ordering it every time I go to Starbucks... without DH of course lol

Nescafe GOLD

Nescafe GOLD

What's your coffee? 

Starbucks: Caramel Dark Roast Coffee Jelly Frappuccino

My visit: July 5, 2009

Starbucks

3/f The Powerplant Mall

Rockwell Center

Makati City

As I have posted, I got my Guess who? card already. The card is redeemable from July 2 thru July 15. I initially wanted the Vanilla Dark Roast Coffee Jelly but in my enthusiasm to order I was not able to read that it is a caffe latte and not a frappuccino. When I got it, I was so disappointed seeing there is no whipped cream on top. If I want the whipped cream I have to shell out an additional PhP20 plus fat to my thigh lol Buti nalang the barista who is serving me is kind enough to change my order and suggested the caramel dark roast coffee jelly frappuccino instead. I paid the difference, an additional PhP10 for a grande. And with my Guess who? card, I get an upsize to Venti.

I was a bit confused because the barista gave me an ordinary straw. I found out that along with the new variant came a change in size and texture? in their coffee jelly. It is now twice the size of their old jelly and it is softer ergo the ordinary straw. But I still love the old tiny bits of coffee jelly plus the old unique straw. Bakit ba? kanya kanyang gusto lang yan... walang pakialamanan!

xoxo

What's yours?

My all time starbucks favorite drink is the Mocha Frappucino followed by the runner up Coffee Jelly, which I found out, that not all countries were serving. Taiwan for one doesn't serve it and I guess China too. Maybe my China reader can tell me. Gotcha!

Mocha Frappucino

Hmmm come to think of it, maybe the coffee jelly is only sold here in the Philippines and not everywhere else... Anyway, I'm not too keen on the jelly especially now that I'm watching my weight. But sometimes, I indulge myself *lol* Guilty pleasures!