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Still in Coron series: 2nd time around food trip edition!

After enjoying my coffee in Coffee Kong, had the chance to go a bit farther because TripAdvisor recommended in its top 10 list, Santino's Grill. We had to take a tricycle and traveled 20-30 minutes away. Trike drivers didn't even know it except when they were informed that it's near where the cheap cashews are bought.

Love the natural feeling

Santino's Grill is an alfresco restaurant complimentary to its Filipino-interior theme. I love it inside although I could've appreciated it more in daylight. :)

When in this restaurant, Baby Back Ribs (half-slab/ full-slab) at Php 300/ 500 is a must. Said yes to mashed potato instead of rice. The mashed potato was good! Baby back ribs was in a generous serving but it's a bit sweet for my liking. But it has to be said that the ribs were cooked well: tender and good.

santino's grill coron palawan baby back ribs

Hi there, baby!

Also had Bulalo perfect for a nippy night in Coron. Their Bulalo is okay but not as good as that in Tagaytay. It's good to note the generous serving, though.

For the night so cold :D

Ambiance is relaxing. Food was okay but wasn't impressed. Service is slow.

Santino's Grill is located at:

Tagumpay,

Coron,

Palawan

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

The island of Coron is blessed with divine beaches, pristine waters and amazing dive/ snorkeling sites. Three years after, I'm glad to see that its town proper is still as rustic and as simple as it can be: no malls, no big grocery stores, no fast food or coffee chains.

That's what I love about this little piece of heaven on earth: beautiful yet unassuming. Second time around, having more time to explore the town, I was able to enjoy some of its unique coffee shops and restaurants. Thanks to TripAdvisor, learned that Coffee Kong is good and near the hotel.

Night-cap

Small but comfy

The place is just small but I love their Banana Choco Frappe at Php 160. It's my first time to try banana as my drink with my favorite chocolate and happily, it did not disappoint. The price, as the sole coffee shopt in town if I'm not mistaken, is priced for tourists. Ala say, Starbucks but enjoyed this more.

Wi-fi connection is better here too than in my hotel.

Good way to seal the night with sweetness!

Coffee Kong is located at:

Brgy. 5, National Highway,

Coron, Palawan,

Philippines

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Saturday, December 12, 2015

So it's a new kid in town--- down South. Really happy that my hometown in the South has a lot to offer. After having lunch, hopped to Southern Dairy for some real desserts.

Home-made is the keyword

Counter

The interior of Southern Dairy is simple with an industrial vibe but attractive enough. Especially this phrase written on the wall:

Agree

Southern Dairy BF Pque lighting fixtures

Charming the small space

Southern Dairy BF Pque gelato of the week

That's a lot of flavors

Was about to opt for their basic gelato, but decided for Brownie ala Mode at Php 135. Besides, it has an icre cream on top and chose Vanilla Cookie Dough as a contrast to the brownie.

And tadah.... presentation is cute with the over-sized plate, right?

I can feel the drama, haha

The ice cream itself is not so sweet (though I did not grasp much the flavor). Good combination with the sweet brownie. Although at some point, the brownie is hard.

But I want to try their pure-goodness-pure-gelato next time around. It could be better.

Menu here, btw:

Rating: 3.5

Southern Dairy is located at:

44-C Aguirre Ave.,

BF Homes,

Parañaque City

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Wednesday, December 09, 2015

Sinigang na Liempo sa Sampaloc.

Sinigang na Tadyang na Baboy sa Sampaloc.

Sinigang na Pata sa Sampaloc at Libas.

Sinigang na Bagnet sa Sampaloc.

Sinigang na Bangus sa Bayabas.

Sinigang na Bangus sa Kamias at Calamansi.

Siningang na Ulo at Tiyan ng Salmon sa Miso.

Sinigang na Panga ng Tuna sa Miso.

Sinigang na Hipon sa Kamias at Calamansi.

ALL THOSE SINIGANG VARIANTS. Yes, all those in Sinigang by Orange Whisk. It's a haven for those who have a love affair with sinigang.

So what'dya expect? :)

Formerly, Sinigang is the newly opened Orange Whisk. I don't know the reason but seems that they re-branded at once. Given that though, the interiors were all themed orange + whisk.

Sinigang by Orange Whisk BF Pque orange christmas tree

Sinigang by Orange Whisk BF Pque chandelier lights

It's in their Christmas tree in time for the season; their cute "chandeliers" and the themed "i-don't-know-what-it's-called-but-they-get-payment-there".

Sinigang by Orange Whisk BF Pque payment

Can you tell me what this is called? HAHA

Since in Singang, the choice of course is one of the above-mentioned. After much brooding, ended up with Siningang na Ulo at Tiyan ng Salmon sa Miso at Php 258 (regular). It's a bit sour for my liking but it's sulit. Servers said it's good for 3-4 but it can be more. It has generous serving of salmon which is a great plus for me. Good job!

Sinigang by Orange Whisk BF Pque sinigang na salmon

Oooops, the sarsa is for the next menu. HAHA

Highlight is Lechon Bagnet at Php 385. Deadly but super crispy! Can't help but munch and munch. Good choice!

Sinigang by Orange Whisk BF Pque lechon bagnet

WOOOOW!

Before the gate outside is their cake shop. Didn't try but enjoyed looking at their quirky and funny note pads for sale.

Little cutesy cakes I haven't tried

Sinigang by Orange Whisk BF Pque notes shop

For sale

Rating: 4

Sinigang is located at:

162 Aguirre Ave.,

BF Homes,

Parañaque City

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Sunday, December 06, 2015

I'm a sucker for burgers. Who's not, anyway? It's a go-to food for my hungry tummy. And speaking of hunger, I always am.

One not so ordinary day when I found myself hungry (again) and saw Burger Avenue, I instantly went inside to try.

C'mon let's try it!

The walls says it all!

As a first-timer, tried their classic burger, Classic Avenue Burger, regular at Php 85. Their pride is that their burgers are 100% pure-beef (what Jollibee was saying, too), grilled fresh on an oat brioche bun.

Choose up or...

Or on the wall. Aids in choosing :)

Had to add Php 50 for 16 oz drink and fries which I converted to their thick onion rings.

My palm is bigger

Thick onion rings!

My verdict? Well, the burger bun is relatively small. It's filled with a big slice of lettuce which is a plus for me. The brioche bun is something unique. The taste of the patty itself is okay but nothing spectacular. It's good, don't get me wrong but it's not like between the trusted chains, I'll purposely go here even if not convenient.

It's a nice try, though.

Rating: 3.5

Burger Avenue is located at:

G/F, 810

Castro St. Cor Fidel Reyes St,

Malate, Manila

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Saturday, December 05, 2015

Steaks can be an expensive, serious thing. Not in Rap Steaks and Cakes where these cravings are sold at an affordable price. Half-student, half- employee, treats such as these are very much welcome.

The restaurant was very simple inside. Same thing with their menu, no frills. Just steaks and cakes.

From among, chose T-Bone (regular) at Php 199. It looks like a decent meal but it lacked presentation. It could have been better with a few carrots and peas beside. The taste was good for its price. It was tender and juicy.

rap steaks and cakes near taft t-bone steak

Hi T-Bone!

Ordered additional mashed potato and was happy that their gravy came generous in a pitcher! Their mashed-po tho is too buttery.

rap steaks and cakes near taft mashed potato

Carb-loading

fThey have cakes and tried Blueberry Cheesecake at Php 77 but not their forte. It was dry.

rap steaks and cakes near taft blueberry cheesecake

WHY are you dry?

It was a nice dine but their food choices were limited.

Complete menu here:

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Rating: 3.5

RAP Steaks and Cakes is located at:

879 Dagonoy Street,

Malate,

Manila

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Friday, December 04, 2015

Duke's coffee place or palace? I often get confused as the previous is too straightforward yet the latter can be a good way to describe the place. It's quite a big coffee shop with second floor landing and it's well-decorated. But as it turns out, the name of this coffee shop is as direct as it can be. Yes, Duke's Coffee Place.

It was irritatingly jam-packed to Taft. So to ease the annoyance a bit, tried the beckoning coffee place.

A bit grand it was inside. These lights were like fireflies enlarged. It was relaxing.

The only thing I enjoyed

Carbonara at Php 150 was my choice to fill me up paired with Lemonade at Php 130. The pasta was creamy but too milky. The complimentary bread wasn't even toasted. The lemonade, yes should be healthy but too sour.

Swimming carbonara

Why you gotta be so sour?

I guess I'm paying for the ambiance. Not a place I'd chill again.

Rating: 2.5

Coffee Place is located at:

C1 G/F, The Grand Towers,

Pablo Ocampo St,

Malate, Manila

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Thursday, December 03, 2015

People have been gaga about ABS-CBN's Forevermore. In the now defunct teleserye, the yummy (sorry that it's not exclusive for food) Enrique Gil played the role of Xander.

Don't know if it was just the association of the hunk actor but been hearing raves about Xander's Diner along Alabang-Zapote Rd in Las Piñas. One famished night, tried what the black-white-red-violet restaurant has to offer.

The colors <3

Xander's menu was a bit overwhelming. There were various foods--- even just the burger section--- to choose from. After quite a time considering, chose Derek's Favorite at Php 145. It's a 1/4 lb burger with lettuce, tomato, potato chips, bacon and Xander's cheese sauce.

All those burgers! Look for the best-seller!

Personally, chose it because of the potato chips. Haha. Chose one that comes with fries. It was a hearty, if not sinful, meal. It was, just like Enrique, yummy. thing is, having tasted numerous burgers in a lifetime, there's no defining factor. Good yes, but not something to die for.

This is Derek :P

My sibling tried Firehouse Burger at Php 135. It's a 1/4 lb burger with lettuce, tomato and onions, hot sriracha sauce, jalapenos and black pepper. I asked how it was but he seems to be looking for something spicier. Like, really? After all those peppers?

xanders diner las pinas firehouse burger

Some more fire, pls

My other sibling tried Xander's Deluxe at Php 145. It's a 1/4 lbs burger with lettuce, tomato, sliced mushrooms, onions, bacon & Xander's cheese sauce. She enjoyed it.

Looks appetizing!

Topped all the greasiness and fat with Chocolate Overload Ice Cream Boat at Php 145. Opted for Peach Melba but wasn't available that time. How can you get wrong with chocolate, though? Just wish that the ice cream a bit chubbier?

xanders diner las pinas chocolate overload

Choco on choco :)

Xander's was a bit pricey for a burger craving. Additional fee for fries and drinks. Overall though, enjoyed their burgers.

Other menu:

Other than burger

Big Scoop as their IC

Rating: 3.5

Xander's Diner is located at:

Block 14, Lot 17 Alabang-Zapote Road,

(Across Starmall Las Pinas)

Pamplona Tres, Pamplona,

Las Piñas City

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Wednesday, December 02, 2015

Name the top 10 restaurants to visit in Binondo and one name that would pop up is Wai Ying. Not only that! In search for the mouthwatering hakaw, it also ranks high.

Binondo though is crowded. For a quick dim sum treat, Wai Ying Taft is on the rescue!

The location of Wai Ying is noticeable and it has a relatively big area. However, it's untidy. Consistent probably with Binondo?

Despite that impression, went on to order Hakaw at Php 80. As always, it comes in four (4) pcs. The taste is okay though the texture of its skin is slightly grainy. I imagine it to be soft and succulent but not.

Shrimp be with you!

The main thing is Beef Noodles at Php 120. Serving is generous. Beef and vegetables come in heaps. To top it off, it tastes good (and hot for the tummy!).

One hot noodles

In trying restaurants along Taft, there will be a fair share of disappointments. Don't fret, this isn't one of them. I can pay a visit just when I need a trusted bowl of soup.

Rating: 3.0

Wai Ying Dimsum is located at:

Unit 101, G/F

EGI Taft Tower,

Taft Avenue,

Malate, Manila 1004

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Tuesday, December 01, 2015

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