Kerastase Initialiste... Super Serum for Scalp

I woke up bright and early today to attend the launching of the new Initialiste- a super serum for scalp and hair from Kerastase.

 Kerastase Lounge set up near Zara Rockwell

I was able to experience a complimentary hair and scalp diagnosis plus Elixir Ultimate Sensorial Blowdry by the Hair and Scalp Experts from Basement Salon.

Read more after the break...

Have It Your Way at Achiote Taqueria Power Plant Mall

April 14, 2013

Achiote Taqueria Mexican Cuisine
R1 Level, Power Plant Mall
Rockwell, Makati City
8221242

Are a regular reader of my blog? Have you noticed that I often blog about Chinese, Japanese and Korean cuisine? I know... sometimes it gets a little boring! So, when DH suggested that we dine in Achiote Taqueria, I didn't complain and just went along with his suggestion. I was really glad to try Mexican food for a change ; )

 Achiote Nachos PhP 395

Fresh crisp just-baked tortilla chips with black re-fried beans, pico de gallo, white Mexican cheese, topped with homemade sour cream and freshly made guacamole. 

Served with house salsa on the side.

First on our list of must-eat---> NACHOS! A trip to a Mexican restaurant will not be complete without one, agree? The tortilla chips remained crunchy despite the fact that it was overloaded with toppings! 

Hmmmm.... never mind that some of the chips were toasted/burnt as seen in the photo above ; p

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Espressamente Illy in Power Plant Mall Rockwell

April 6, 2013

Espressamente Illy
3rd floor, Power Plant Mall
Rockwell Center, Makati City
846-9165

Last Saturday, I went to Rockwell with my family to check out an expo held in Rockwell tent. However, I could not stand the hotness and humidity inside the tent. We were in and out of the tent in less than a few minutes ; p

While strolling inside the mall, I spotted TWG banners all over. I decided to check it out. By checking, I mean, checking the price on the menu ; p I find it not within my budget for an afternoon snack. We finally settled for a quaint Italian cafe called Espressamente Illy.

Sardines and Eggs PhP 265

Perusing the menu, Sardines and Eggs caught my attention. I ordered it and I recommend it to whoever will dine here in Espressamente Illy.

An order consists of 2 sunny side up egg, grilled tomatoes, balsamic salad, garlic rice and several pieces of sardines. I lost count as there were four of us who shared this plate ; p

This dish is totally worth my money!

For the rest of what we ordered, read after the break...

New Find: Ganso-Shabuway Japanese Style Hot Pot

November 18, 2012

Ganso-Shabuway
P1 North Parking Lobby
Power Plant Mall
Rockwell Center, Makati City
822-4864

For two consecutive Sundays, my family and I ate in two different hot pot restaurants. We were definitely addicted! You can read my Korean hot pot post here. Ganso-Shabuway is a newly-opened Japanese Style Hot Pot in Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center. It has branches in Greenbelt 5 and Alabang Town Center.

 Shabu Set Menu B 250 g PhP 1095

We were four in our group (dad, mom, sis and I) but we only ordered Shabu Menu Set for 2 ; p It was more than enough for all four of us hahaha 

There are 3 sets available for a group of four persons. Price starts at PhP 1945. 

To know what else is included in the Shabu Set Menu B aside from 250g USDA Meyer Natural Angus Beef (pictured above), read more....

Kuretake Restaurant in Power Plant Mall

My visit: February 12, 2012

Kuretake Restaurant

 R1- Level Power Plant Mall 

Lopez Drive, Rockwell Center, 

JP Rizal, Makati City

8980509   8980718

DH and I attended the special screening of The Vow starring Channing Tatum and Rachel McAdams. You can call it our pre-Valentine's movie date. Of course, a date would not be complete without having dinner at a restaurant. 

We were initially looking for another restaurant but sadly, it closed down already. We chanced upon Kuretake Restaurant and I warned DH that it's a pretty expensive Japanese restaurant. 

gyudon ala carte PhP 420

We reluctantly entered the restaurant, keeping in mind to order only our favorite sushi and sashimi. 

I can't live without rice so I ordered gyudon. DH & I shared a bowl of thinly sliced beef over glass noodles and warm rice. The slices of onion make this order sweet. This order has only a few strips of beef and almost half of the strip is fat---> look at the photo above ; p The miso that comes free with this order is good though. 

MrsMartinez Gives: Special Screening of The Vow

Hey, you, lovebirds! Do you have a date on Valentine's Day? I have good news to share, MrsMartinez in cooperation with Carmex Philippines and Zoya Manila is giving away 5 pairs of tickets to watch the special screening of the movie The Vow.

The Vow movie poster

Starring:

Channing Tatum as Leo

Rachel McAdams as Paige

The Vow is based on a true story about a couple- Kim and Krickitt Carpenter. It was in 1993 when their car was hit from behind by truck. Waking up with a memory loss, the husband tries to win her heart again.

Directed by: Michael Sucsy

Read after the break for mechanics...

First bite in Sango Rockwell

My visit: June 17, 2011

Sango Rockwell

The Burger Master

Unit 103H  R1 Power Plant Mall

Rockwell

Once in awhile, DH and I have a date night where in we dine out and then watch a movie after. This is one of those nights. After getting a movie ticket, I think it was for Super 8, we searched for a place to eat. DH would usually suggest Oliver's Sandwiches if we are out of time but we have plenty of time on our hands that night. 

I saw a huge tarpaulin banners at the center of Power Plant mall advertising Sango Burgers. We were a bit lost because the ad says that the location of Sango Burger was in Lower Ground Floor. We searched the whole floor and back. We were getting irritated because we couldn't find the restaurant. Thank God for security guards who directed us to the place. It turned out that it is located outside just beside Starbucks. 

okonomi hotdog PhP155

The okonomi hotdog shown in the photo is just half of the order. I have made the mistake of telling the waitress to sliced both of our orders in half. When presented to us, our orders were separated already in different wrappers. It looks kind of small in the photo but it was very filling nonetheless.

Okonomiyaki is a Japanese pancake/pizza consists of different ingredients. Okonomi means what you like/ want. Yaki means grilled/ cooked.

The hotdog contains lettuce, onions and dancing fish flakes also known as katsuobushi.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Life 2.0 Brand Ambassadors

My event: May 11, 2011

Cantinetta

Powerplant Mall

I normally shy away from tech events but I am interested with what Samsung Galaxy Tab Life 2.0 has to offer. I am also kind of intrigue to see their new batch of brand ambassadors so I ended up attending this press launch.

I was on time but the event started an hour or so late. I was seated only a table away from the host who was holding a Samsung Tab. It was within my reach but I was not lucky enough to touch it haha Maybe I can buy one for myself. With its impressive feature, how can anyone resist it.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3G and Wi-Fi feature:

• 7 inch TFT LCD touch screen made with impact resistant Corning Gorilla Glass
• 1024 x 600 WSVGA resolution
• 11.98 millimeter thin
• weighs 380g
• Sleek design with only 2 physical buttons- power and volume rocker
• 3.5 milimeter headphone jack
• mic
• speaker
• microSD card slot
• 2 cameras- rear-facing 3MP camera and camcorder and front-facing 1.3MP camera and camcorder 
• video chat capabilities
• powered by Google Android 2.2 (Froyo)
• supports Adobe Flash Player 10.1
• 16GB internal storage and can be expanded to 32 GB for additional storage
• super-sized 4,000mAH battery

That noon, the 14 different personalities gathered together share one thing in common, the Samsung Galaxy Tab and how their life has since been upgraded with Life 2.0. Samsung has selected such a diverse set of ambassadors who excel in their respected field.

Samsung's brand ambassadors holding Galaxy Tab

The Samsung 2011 brand ambassadors are:

• Jaymie Pizarro- editor and publisher, The Bull Runner Webmagzine
• JJ Yulo- business owner, Pinoy Eats World
• Aids Tecson- founder, Underground Logic
• Carlos Celdran- founder, Walk This Way
• Yael Yuzon- vocalist, Sponge Cola
• Laureen Uy- owner, Style Break
• Gang Badoy- founder, RockEd Philippines
• Ivan Acuna- painter
• Rosan Cruz- publicist
• Liza Ilarde- fashion editor, Style Weekend
• Dustin Andaya- owner, Island Rose
• Tippi Ocampo- designer
• Jowee Alviar and Mon Punzalan- owners, Team Manila

The Spa Rockwell

My event: November 17, 2010

The Spa

R2 level, Archaeology Wing

Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center

Makati City

4706868 4707878

November 17 12am was my flight back to Manila from Singapore. OMG, I can't even begin how to tell you what happened to me on the plane but I am very happy to say that I had a relaxing time at The Spa.

So, I was late. I seldom get late during events but you have to give me break. I got home at 5am and was up and about by 8am. I was not able to catch some zzz's on the plane, you know! Plus, OK, I will tell you what happened on the plane. First, I had a splitting headache, then I took 2 paracetamol on board and then I puked. How's that for a good vacation ending, huh? It's a wise decision to attend this intimate gathering because I was able to enjoy some pampering. I deserved it lol

The Ice Cream Bar by FIC

My visit: October 17, 2010

The Ice Cream Bar 

Joya Tower, Joya Drive,

Rockwell Center,

Makati City

4030891

Oooh! I love desserts! I think I should be making a separate blog entirely for desserts haha I am always saving precious space in my stomach for it. How can you blame me? Desserts are simply gratifying and sweet hehe

 classic banana split PhP250

We chose three ice cream flavor- pistachio, green tea and vanilla ice cream. All yummy! Of course, I got the cherry on top! lol

Kaya Express

My visit: October 17, 2010

Kaya Express 

Shop 13 Level P1

Power Plant, Rockwell Center, Makati

It's Sunday! I usually go out with my family on a Sunday. My family were having late lunch and they wanted a restaurant that serve good and fast food. Kaya Express came into the picture as we were strolling the lower ground floor of the Power Plant Mall.

 sewu moochim PhP40

The picture above is on top of my sister's list. And I thought this is a free appetizer haha But I don't mind paying for it as well because its spicy and crunchy! I ended up eating the last few remaining pieces! ack!

Escola Brasileira Capoeira

  

Taho

taho PhP25/cup

Milkyway Restaurant in Power Plant

My visit: April 11, 2010

Milkyway Restaurant
Power Plant Mall
Rockwell Center,
Makati City

DH was enticed to try Milkyway again last Sunday because he remembered that I was raving about their halo- halo, a local dessert of shaved ice and milk with topings like banana,red beans, gulaman, ube, ice cream and langka. I, on the other hand, was raring to go in because I saw the Benchman himself dining... he might spot me and my dream of becoming a model might come true! lol

Eventhough Milkyway is situated in a classy mall like Power Plant, it has not lost its turo- turo concept. But with our orders ictured below, it was just written down in a small paper. The manager must have sense that I was not keen in ordering the food displayed on of the counter lol

lamb caldereta PhP155

This dish reminds me of Hossein's Mache Polo at a fraction of the cost. Delicious, if you are a lamb lover like me! Tender lamb cubes and savory sauce hmmm... yummy!

Compare and Contrast: Plains & Prints and Bayo

dress from Plains & Prints

The above dress was given to me last Christmas by my friend, BAR.

Elbert's Cheesesteak Sandwiches

My visit: January 1, 2010

Elbert's Cheesesteak

Level 1, Power Plant Mall,

Rockwell Drive, Makati City

3812450

signage

Dulcinea

My visit: January 1, 2010

Dulcinea

Level 1, Power Plant Mall

Rockwell Drive, Makati Cty

7565043

 house blend coffee PhP47

DM almost always orders coffee whenever she dines in a restaurant.

My mom and dad on New Year's day!

Team Edward or Team Jacob?!?

DS with team jacob badge

My DS and I got free buttons from the movie New Moon. DS got the team Jacob button so I have no other choice but to get team Edward lol

When MrsMartinez meets The Bag Hag

This photo was taken just outside Burgoo, Rockwell earlier tonight.

me and the bag hag

For those who are not in the know, I won tickets for the New Moon sometime ago in the bag hag's blog contest. When I claimed the movie tickets, only her partner was in their store, Acccessory Lab.

I hope to meet Chuvaness and Ms. Daphne, whose blogs I follow, in the near future too!