THE KITCHEN GODDESS EATS
Cowrie Grill by The Manila Hotel, a steakhouse institution in Greenhills is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Though it began as one of the restaurants in The Manila Hotel, it has moved to its present location in 2013 and has been serving mouthwatering steaks and other gastronomic dishes since its transfer to Greenhills.
I ventured out of my comfort zone and traveled all the way to Caloocan because I am curious about the newly opened EatSaWrap at the Victory Mall Grand Central Caloocan. The area is not really my turf but I'd go the distance when it comes to good food.
'Tis the season to make yummy creations like Strawberries Cream Shake and Banana Peanut Butter Ice Cream using pantry staples. And not only that, this is also a nice bonding activity for you and your child.
Studies have shown that strengthening parent/child relationship brings fruit to positive relationship, and we all want that, right? So what better way to start a new tradition than by asking them to help create their favorite snacks.
Vietnamese food is one of our shared family favorite and currently, we go to Ha Noi Pho in Poblacion, Makati whenever that particular craving strikes.
On this particular night, we were thinking of ordering the delicious beef stew but was pleasantly surprised that there are now more food choices on the menu. Yey for that!
Beginning our meal with Bun Cha or Cold Noodles with Grilled Meat. Instead of soup, it comes with vinaigrette. Then it is up to you if you want to add sweet soy sauce and chili. This is so good!
Fried Chicken with Sweet and Sour Sauce. Forgot the Vietnamese name so I'll just update this. Not bad, just the usual fried chicken.
And we can't seem to skip ordering the delicious Beef Stew at Ha Noi Pho. This was one of the food offerings when the restaurant opened although it was just Beef Stew and Baguette. This is a must-order, no regrets.
It was a very filling meal, and we all have happy tummies afterwards. There's also coffee on the menu but we wanted to walk a bit and eventually found ourselves in Starbucks.
Overall, I am happy to recommend Ha Noi Pho although the restaurant is located in the busy part of J.P. Rizal and doesn't have a parking space.