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Showing posts with label dessert. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dessert. Show all posts
CEBU: La Marea's Famous Warm Brownie Cup
What is this gargantuan octopus doing inside a restaurant? This is what came to mind when I saw this inside La Marea. But then again, I suddenly remembered that "marea" roughly means the sea, or water. So that sort of answer my question- hehe.
CEBU: Cafe Tiala
My last foray to Cebu was in 2012 and there are so many new things and restaurants and coffeeshops to discover during my trip last September. I've made a list of the restaurants I wanted to visit but my friend suggested Cafe Tiala. It also happens that she haven't tried dining at the place yet. Yey!
FOOD FINDS: Cooltura Peanut Brittle
Baguio City is not only synonymous with strawberry but with ube, choco flakes, cinnamon bread, raisin bread, and peanut brittle.
I chance upon this baby at the Tea House while buying hubby's stash of Chona's Delight. According to the staff there, its a new product made by Tea House also.
I chance upon this baby at the Tea House while buying hubby's stash of Chona's Delight. According to the staff there, its a new product made by Tea House also.
FOOD FINDS: Bronuts
We haven't been frequenting Power Plant Mall lately so I'm about a decade late when it comes to Bronuts but I'm glad that daughter and I got to try it last week. Of course, our trip to the mall won't be complete without going to Fully Booked. Daughter's been crazy over "Manga" lately and she's starting to collect Pandora Hearts.
But let's talk about Bronuts first. They can be found at the Baker's Dozen in Power Plant Mall somewhere near Mercury Drug and McDonald's. They don't sell anything except Bronuts. Well, a bronut is a donut shaped layers of flaky sweet dough, coated and filled with flavorful treats. Got that from their FB Page. Also, I was a bit apprehensive because I've heard about the long lines and the out-of-stock sign. Luckily, the shelves are still half full when we went there.
Belgian Chocolate. This is my favorite. Well, anything chocolate (most especially Belgian chocolate) is a sure winner for me. Also, I like that its chewy and not really flaky and oily. It has a generous coating of chocolate too. And I love the cream filling because its not that sweet but just right. As for the toffee bits on top, its not love at first bite.
But let's talk about Bronuts first. They can be found at the Baker's Dozen in Power Plant Mall somewhere near Mercury Drug and McDonald's. They don't sell anything except Bronuts. Well, a bronut is a donut shaped layers of flaky sweet dough, coated and filled with flavorful treats. Got that from their FB Page. Also, I was a bit apprehensive because I've heard about the long lines and the out-of-stock sign. Luckily, the shelves are still half full when we went there.
Belgian Chocolate. This is my favorite. Well, anything chocolate (most especially Belgian chocolate) is a sure winner for me. Also, I like that its chewy and not really flaky and oily. It has a generous coating of chocolate too. And I love the cream filling because its not that sweet but just right. As for the toffee bits on top, its not love at first bite.
A Taste of Christmas
I had an Anton Ego moment when I had my first spoon of Fog City Creamery's Fruits & Nuts Deluxe Ice Cream and Christmas came to my mind. And I love Christmas, and have many happy memories of it especially during my childhood years. Like being surrounded by my whole family, opening presents and eating fruit cakes. I grew up with the notion that Christmas and fruitcakes are the perfect pair. My mother and aunts made the fruitcakes themselves. Alas, the fruit cake tradition ended when all sorts of chocolate cakes become popular and much more affordable. So I was really happy when I tasted the Fruits & Nuts Deluxe because it brings back memories of Christmas.
But what makes this ice-cream special is the fact that Fog City Creamery teamed up with Emperador Deluxe Spanish Edition to create this superb tasting ice-cream.
But what makes this ice-cream special is the fact that Fog City Creamery teamed up with Emperador Deluxe Spanish Edition to create this superb tasting ice-cream.
above photo courtesy of Fog City Creamery
FOOD FINDS: Yamato Bakery's Croughnuts
Several months back, we've witnessed the croughnuts (cronuts) craze and everyone just can't seem to have enough of them. I wrote about my first croughnut experience here and that was like ages ago.
And because daughter and I happen to have dinner somewhere near Yamato Bakery along Jupiter (not the planet) Street in Makati, I told her we need to check the croughnuts nearby.
There are about 4 to 5 croughnut selections that night but we just bought one each. Mine's the green tea (of course) and daughter got the vanilla.
Green Tea Croughnuts, P130. I can't say its love at first bite and what really comes to mind was flavored "bicho-bicho." Hahaha. But the green tea on top tasted good however, the green tea filling was just too much for me to enjoy the croughnut. I needed to scrape some off.
And because daughter and I happen to have dinner somewhere near Yamato Bakery along Jupiter (not the planet) Street in Makati, I told her we need to check the croughnuts nearby.
There are about 4 to 5 croughnut selections that night but we just bought one each. Mine's the green tea (of course) and daughter got the vanilla.
Green Tea Croughnuts, P130. I can't say its love at first bite and what really comes to mind was flavored "bicho-bicho." Hahaha. But the green tea on top tasted good however, the green tea filling was just too much for me to enjoy the croughnut. I needed to scrape some off.
FOOD FINDS: Oreo Cheesecake Cookie & Gavino's Mochi
A few days ago, daughter and I had a blast mall hopping. We also attended the Trade Fair showcasing products from Bicol. Got myself a miniature belen made from buri and some boxes made from abaca leaves.
Of course, mall hopping won't be complete without some food discovery.
Figaro's Oreo Cheesecake Cookie. What a mouthful- but so delish! I love that its sweet, sugary and cheesecake-y at the same time. Cost P62 for this big piece of love. I want some milk with my cookie! Daughter opted to play safe and ordered two chocolate muffins- yum yum!
Gavino's. I've seen Gavino's a couple of times in the past but it was only a few days ago that we bought some. Actually, their donuts reminds me greatly of Pon de Ring.
We're supposed to get the donuts but saw these babies and bought them instead. Its mochi-donuts. You know, the hole-y part of the donuts. Got three flavors: Chocolate Hazelnut, Double Chocolate and Red Velvet.
Daughter was the one who chose Red Velvet since its her current food addiction- red velvet cake, red velvet cupcake, and now, red velvet mochi. Hahaha. What's next, red velvet cape or dress? Halloween! Anyways, the chocolate flavored mochis are good and chewy. Btw, Japanese donuts are chewy because they use a different type of flour. Also, donut mochi is different from a real mochi, okay? But the clear winner in the mochi flavors is the red velvet. Wow, so happy that daughter is red velvet-crazy. I love that it tasted like red velvet-y chewy and complete with the cheese-y frosting on top. Definitely going back to Gavino's to hoard red velvet mochis. And not only that, the mochis only cost P15 each. Coolness.
Of course, mall hopping won't be complete without some food discovery.
Figaro's Oreo Cheesecake Cookie. What a mouthful- but so delish! I love that its sweet, sugary and cheesecake-y at the same time. Cost P62 for this big piece of love. I want some milk with my cookie! Daughter opted to play safe and ordered two chocolate muffins- yum yum!
Gavino's. I've seen Gavino's a couple of times in the past but it was only a few days ago that we bought some. Actually, their donuts reminds me greatly of Pon de Ring.
We're supposed to get the donuts but saw these babies and bought them instead. Its mochi-donuts. You know, the hole-y part of the donuts. Got three flavors: Chocolate Hazelnut, Double Chocolate and Red Velvet.
Daughter was the one who chose Red Velvet since its her current food addiction- red velvet cake, red velvet cupcake, and now, red velvet mochi. Hahaha. What's next, red velvet cape or dress? Halloween! Anyways, the chocolate flavored mochis are good and chewy. Btw, Japanese donuts are chewy because they use a different type of flour. Also, donut mochi is different from a real mochi, okay? But the clear winner in the mochi flavors is the red velvet. Wow, so happy that daughter is red velvet-crazy. I love that it tasted like red velvet-y chewy and complete with the cheese-y frosting on top. Definitely going back to Gavino's to hoard red velvet mochis. And not only that, the mochis only cost P15 each. Coolness.
EVENT: MarQuee Mall's Big Bite, October 18-20
Ten Reasons You Can't Miss MarQuee Mall's Big Bite
Every foodie will have to mark their calendars for "Big Bite! The Northern Food Festival" from October 18-20 at MarQuee Park, Angeles City, Pampanga. Get your gang ready, grab a date, bring the whole family along or have the office sign up for a road trip. Big Bite! is the glorious Filipino food celebration that promises to surpass all food fests before it. And here are the reasons why:
1. It's the largest Northern Food Festival ever.
2. It's a food fiesta of regional cuisines in one location.
3. It's at the Philippines' culinary center.
4. It's at MarQuee Mall.
5. Food legends will take the stage.
Every foodie will have to mark their calendars for "Big Bite! The Northern Food Festival" from October 18-20 at MarQuee Park, Angeles City, Pampanga. Get your gang ready, grab a date, bring the whole family along or have the office sign up for a road trip. Big Bite! is the glorious Filipino food celebration that promises to surpass all food fests before it. And here are the reasons why:
1. It's the largest Northern Food Festival ever.
2. It's a food fiesta of regional cuisines in one location.
3. It's at the Philippines' culinary center.
4. It's at MarQuee Mall.
5. Food legends will take the stage.
Moms Brunch At Casa Roces
We (with JL and IL) haven't seen each other for quite sometime now that when IL texted us that she has a scheduled meeting with her daughter's adviser the following day and that she's available for breakfast.Chosen brekky place was in nearby Casa Roces, its just a short walk from where our kids go to school.
Cake Decorating With Fondarific
Last September 25, I joined a group of homemakers and baking enthusiast at The Cookery in Kensington Place, BGC for an afternoon of fondant adventure. Fondarific and LorAnn products were used thanks to Bake Essence.
FOOD FINDS: The Spreadables
I got these beauties from a friend who also happen to sell them. Actually, the curiosity bug bit me so I ordered all three. Not to mention that we still have a big bottle of Nutella, Crumpy, and Skippy at home.
Marshmallow Fluff. This one we opened first. I mean, who doesn't love marshmallow? Also, it reminded me of my favorite cake with marshmallow icing from the Chocolate Kiss Cafe- its called, Devil's Food Cake.
So here's the marshmallow fluff. Its really amazing because the bottle is so light weight but upon opening it, it expands like magic. Nice on cupcakes if you are in a hurry and have no time to make icing, frosting or whatever. We use it as pandesal spread, though. Hahaha. Its what we call, "sosy na pandesal."
Lotus Cream Biscoff. This is the most popular among the three. At par with Trader Joe's Speculoos. Love at first bite but I wasn't able to taste this until after a few weeks since a cousin begged me to give her a bottle. Luckily, my friend has another bottle left (it sells fast) so I claimed it. Even daughter and hubby loves me. It tasted like cookies- Biscoff being a cookie brand that is usually served on airlines. I prefer mine with hot or warm bread such as "pandesal." Daughter like to use it on cookies, apples and bananas. Hubby prefers it on bread, like me.
This one we haven't opened yet. I'll post a review asap. Its just that we still have tons of spreads to finish. Goodbye, diet. ;)
So here's the marshmallow fluff. Its really amazing because the bottle is so light weight but upon opening it, it expands like magic. Nice on cupcakes if you are in a hurry and have no time to make icing, frosting or whatever. We use it as pandesal spread, though. Hahaha. Its what we call, "sosy na pandesal."
Lotus Cream Biscoff. This is the most popular among the three. At par with Trader Joe's Speculoos. Love at first bite but I wasn't able to taste this until after a few weeks since a cousin begged me to give her a bottle. Luckily, my friend has another bottle left (it sells fast) so I claimed it. Even daughter and hubby loves me. It tasted like cookies- Biscoff being a cookie brand that is usually served on airlines. I prefer mine with hot or warm bread such as "pandesal." Daughter like to use it on cookies, apples and bananas. Hubby prefers it on bread, like me.
This one we haven't opened yet. I'll post a review asap. Its just that we still have tons of spreads to finish. Goodbye, diet. ;)
Patchi Chocolates
One of the finest chocolates I've tasted. Before, I just waited for someone to hand carry some for me but now, Patchi has its own boutique in Bonifacio High Street (there's also a branch in Greenbelt 5). Now I can just visit the store whenever I have some serious chocolate cravings. Cool, right?
PROMO: Akiba Cafe Ash Creek
We're celebrating our 6th month of our Ash Creek branch and we are grateful for all our customers who had supported us along the way. In return, we're offering Evening Delights at that branch only! Starting this August til September 2013, so come drop by and relax
Chez Karine Macarons
Eversince that fated day when the last crumb of Laduree macaron disappeared, daughter and I have been craving for something similar. Luckily, I had to go somewhere in BGC so I made a mental note to visit Chez Karine.
Arriba Akiba!
As a first-timer in Akiba Cafe, I really don't know what to expect nor what to drink and what to order. Also, the cafe was celebrating its second year when we visited so it was really full of people availing of the P22 only on all drinks. Wow! Cool, right?
So I told my new foodie friend HOP to just order for me.
So I told my new foodie friend HOP to just order for me.
Laduree: Chic Macarons!
Laduree is a famous name when it comes to macarons. It is a luxury bakery that goes all the way back to 1862. However, it rose to fame in 1930 when the grandson of Louis-Ernest Laduree, Monsieur Pierre Desfointaines had the idea of sticking two macaron shells together with a ganache filling in the middle. And as they say, the rest is history. source: Laduree
My cousin who is based in France, arrived early this month and I told her I wanted some Laduree macarons. And aside from the "pasalubong," she even took photos of the shop. Merci!
My cousin who is based in France, arrived early this month and I told her I wanted some Laduree macarons. And aside from the "pasalubong," she even took photos of the shop. Merci!
Merci Beaucoup
Been dreaming of these macarons for quite some time now and now I am eager to meet Laduree. Glad that a cousin is flying in from Paris and agreed to hand carry a box for me. Yey!
Photo taken at Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Photo taken at Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Leaning Tower of Golden Spoon
Going to Golden Spoon Shangri-La Plaza branch is a current fave hangout place for me and daughter. I guess its the yummy yogurt ice-cream and friendliness of the staff that makes as want to go there even on rainy nights. And yes, they are the same staff since the place opened up years ago.
So anyways, after they renovated the Shanri-La Plaza branch, they also started offering new things such as the DIY cups which costs P199 - P399. And the fun part is that you can get as much ice cream (in all flavors if you like) as long as it can fit on your cup, then did I mention the sprinkles, and chocolate and caramel sauces? So anyways, we always get the smallest cup which is called the "cupful." It cost P199.
But this time around, we asked help from one of the staff. Sorry, I'm having a senior moment now and I can't seem to remember her name. However, she's the one with the cheerful face and friendliest smile. And she created a tall tower of ice cream for us--- yum! We only selected three flavors-- red velvet, cake batter and chocomint. From the rim, the ice cream was about 6 inches tall. Then daughter added tons of mallows and toffee underneath. So good but really, its hard to finish it all by ourselves (including hubby). Looking forward to more happy ice cream days (or rather nights) at Golden Spoon. :)
So anyways, after they renovated the Shanri-La Plaza branch, they also started offering new things such as the DIY cups which costs P199 - P399. And the fun part is that you can get as much ice cream (in all flavors if you like) as long as it can fit on your cup, then did I mention the sprinkles, and chocolate and caramel sauces? So anyways, we always get the smallest cup which is called the "cupful." It cost P199.
But this time around, we asked help from one of the staff. Sorry, I'm having a senior moment now and I can't seem to remember her name. However, she's the one with the cheerful face and friendliest smile. And she created a tall tower of ice cream for us--- yum! We only selected three flavors-- red velvet, cake batter and chocomint. From the rim, the ice cream was about 6 inches tall. Then daughter added tons of mallows and toffee underneath. So good but really, its hard to finish it all by ourselves (including hubby). Looking forward to more happy ice cream days (or rather nights) at Golden Spoon. :)
Sweet--- TARTS
I am not overly fond of tarts but there's always some exception. And this one is a perfect example of that exception since it is really, really good. The tarts came from Cocina Centrale, Pampanga. Read blog entry about Cocina Centrale here.
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