Domino's Pizza Has Arrived Hot and Fresh at Silver City

After a long hiatus and the opening of their flagship store in Marvin Plaza, Pasong Tamo, Domino's Pizza has finally arrived hot and fresh at their second branch in Silver City, Frontera Drive (Tiendesitas) along Julia Vargas Avenue, Pasig City.




Mr. Tong Hong, President and CEO of Domino’s Pizza Philippines, enthused that they are all set to take the local pizza industry by storm. Known for their 30-minute guarantee delivery, they also assure that every delivery will arrive hot and fresh.



At the recent grand opening and ribbon cutting held at their second branch, President/CEO Tong Hong, top management of Goldilocks Bakeshop, Inc., which is the local retail partner of Domino’s, and Pasig Vice Mayor Rosario "Yoyong" Martirez welcomes bloggers and guests by sharing with them some of Domino’s varieties of pizza.

Extravaganza (P299, P399 and P549)

Margherita Pizza (P199, P299 and P499)

Domino’s Deluxe (P299, P399 and P549)

Cheese Mania (P199, P299 and P499)

Potato Pizza (P299, P399 and P549)

Currently, Domino’s menu offers nine flavors of pizza, including bestsellers like the Domino’s Deluxe, Extravaganza, Potato Pizza, Shrimpus, and Hola Spain. Aside from pizza, Domino’s also offers Buffalo Chicken Wings, Meaty Bolognese, Creamy Alfredo Spaghetti, Cheesy Bread, Garden Salad and Chocolate Lava Cake.

For anyone who missed Domino’s Pizza, worry no more because they are indeed back to serve us hot, fresh, and delicious pizza on time.



Domino's Pizza Delivery
The 30-minute Guarantee!
Call 745-3030 Marvin Plaza, Makati city
Call 576-3030 Silver City, Pasig City
Visit their website at www.dominospizza.ph

Bahay Ligaya Restaurant, an offshoot of Luma't Bago Antique Store in Katipunan

It all started with a meager amount of money, but a balikbayan at that time, Mr. Ray Bueno was able to put up an antique store called Luma’t Bago, and from that sprung Bahay Ligaya Filipino Restaurant which specializes in regional cuisines.

Bahay Ligaya Restaurant. The name is very catchy as one may think it implies subliminal message, but according to Mr. Bueno, it was named after his lovely wife, Joy. Since they are specializing in Filipino Cuisine, they decided to translate it to our country’s vernacular. In addition, wait till you taste their specialties, then you would know that this restaurant really stand up for its name.

My recent visit with fellow food enthusiasts Glenn, Donver, and CJ was one of the best dining experiences I ever had as we are joined by the owners Mr. Ray and Joy Bueno to give us some insights about their restaurant.

The stories they shared are very informative and helpful but the highlight of the night was the food we feasted on. The generous servings of food coupled with the owners’ hospitality towards their customers are one of the reasons why you would definitely go home happy after a hearty meal at Bahay Ligaya Restaurant.

These are the food that graced our table.

Sizzling Bulalo

One of the best Sizzling Bulalo I ever had. The meat was so tender it literally falls of the bone. The sauce compliments the beef making it juicier and tastier than your usual Bulalo.




Manok Pandan with Special Sauce

Tender chicken wrapped in pandan leaves and fried into perfection. I have to agree with Glenn when he said that it is way better than your usual fried chicken. Every bite was bursting with flavor and when you dipped it in its Special Sauce, the savory flavor of the chicken will further intensifies you will definitely reach out for more.




Bulalo Pochero

Another stellar of a dish. We were told that they used a slow fire cooking process to tenderize the meat. The sauce was very flavorful and the vegetable used was so fresh and definitely not overcooked.



Crispy Hito in Mustasa Leaves with Burong Bulig

It was my first time to try this dish and although I was a little apprehensive about the Burong Bulig, when I tasted it, it was surprisingly pure delight. The smell wasn’t appetizing at all but the taste was so good it reminds me of my visits in the province where I get to eat the freshest and the most interesting food I ever tasted.






Grilled Liempo

A bite of this heavenly pork delight will give you a hint that it was well marinated with several spices that flavor will burst into your mouth that will tickle your palate.




Dininding

When the food attendant placed this dish on the table, the aroma of Bagoong (fermented fish) hits my nasal faculty in an instant. I love the fact that the vegetables were not overcooked therefore, you can still bite into its crunchiness. The Bagoong, although very aromatic does not overpower the entire dish, and the fried crispy pork on top place it top a notch.




Sizzling Pork Sisig

Tender bits of pork with hint of crunchiness, another addition to my list of best sisig in town. The smoky flavor adds a kick to its savory flavor.




At first glance, the restaurant may look intimidating owing to the fact that it is an offshoot of an antique store with patrons such as politicians, generals, celebrities, and some residents from White Plains, but price surprisingly ranges from 100php to 600php only. Not bad for servings which are good for 3 to 4 person.

Now, on to the desserts.

Tapioca

Tapioca pudding with coconut milk syrup sprinkled with crispy pinipig. It is not too sweet but equally tasty. The coconut milk is very creamy and the pinipig adds aromatic flavor in every bite.




Ginataan Bilo-Bilo

Now, this one is the classic. My favorite among the desserts that was served. Every spoonful made me nostalgic about my childhood. The right amount of sweetness and creaminess was so good I had couple of servings.




Buco Pandan

Another classic dessert but their version is way better because the used fresh Buco meat therefore the taste goes well with the cream.




Turon with Langka Jam

The langka jam really pulls this usual fare off. Highly recommended for those who does not want langka in their turon, try dipping into the jam, it’ll be an entire different experience of goodness.



Mango Pandango

Combination of fresh ripe mangoes, sago, sweet red kaong, milk, and cream. This one is very refreshing in the palate because of the ripe mango. Not too sweet as it looks, a perfect way to end a meal.



For our drinks we had Sago’t Gulaman, Fresh Ripe Mango Shake, and Green Mango Shake. Everything was very refreshing and tastes good.






Bahay Ligaya’s Menu offers wide variety of Filipino Cuisines. Nothing beats the feeling of total food trip with an ambiance as classic as one can get. One remarkable thing about the resto is that every table differs from each other since it is also a showcase of what Luma’t Bago Antique Store that offers. It is also important to note that the aside from the main dining hall inside, there’s also a big space outside where customers can eat to their heart’s content. There are separate smoking and non-smoking area. After dinner, you and your companion can choose from wide variety of liquor that they offer, since they are also a resto-bar. Another thing is that they offer free wi-fi for their customers.

Mrs Joy Bueno, a former flight attendant, personally trains their food attendants as to how they can properly cater to their customers’ needs with enthusiasm. Everyone in our group noticed how good looking and well dressed the food attendants are, and the way they treat their customers only illuminates how well trained they all are.












After a hearty feast of food, you can also take a trip to their Luma’t Bago Antique Shop which is a door away from the dining hall. I am sure that antique enthusiast or not will found themselves fascinated with every piece in the store.
















If you are up for an authentic Filipino dish food trip, this restaurant is truly worth the visit. Open everyday from 11am to midnight, with ample and secured parking lot for maximum of 30 cars. Nice place, delectable food, excellent customer service, and very affordable. You can bring your family, colleagues, friends, anyone, and expect to have a wonderful and truly Pinoy experience in this restaurant.






Bahay Ligaya Restaurant / Luma't Bago Antique Store
#176 Katipunan Rd. Blue Ridge A
Quezon City Philippines
Contact No. 4397198 / 6473834
Look for Mr. Ray Bueno(corner Katipunan and Boni Serrano going to Blueridge)

*More of Bahay Ligaya Restaurant will be posted at The Strolling Spoon Food Blog

Brek O' Day at The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf

One thing I love about Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf aside from serving my favorite Iced Chai Tea Latte and African Sunrise Tea Latte, is their breakfast set available all day. For someone like me who is not a morning person, it comes pretty handy, especially if it is quite impossible for you to stretch your time just to prepare breakfast. You can just head to the nearest CBTL and grab some breakfast set, then you’re good to go.
During my recent visit there, I had their Brek O' Day Breakfast set. A complete meal consisting of panini bread or bagel, your choice of Chicken sausage or Turkey ham, scrambled eggs, butter, jam, and sweetened fruits. Oh, that sweetened fruits; it’s a mini cup of heaven.



I cannot count the number of times that CBTL’s breakfast set saved me from the possibility of dying of starvation before heading to some client meetings I had in the past months. Sometimes, even if it is weekends and there are still loads of deadlines to meet, I could just spend an entire day at CBTL and have my breakfast and coffee all day while typing my wits out to finish whatever writing assignment is due.



It may not be that generous in servings but it is a good meal. If you have a big appetite there is a possibility that you might not be satisfied proportion-wise, but the quality of food is really good. Not as heavy as what we normally have at home or some other place, but it is also a good alternative for some. It is very convenient and delicious too, a great way to start and even end your day.




The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf
website: http://www.coffeebean.com.ph/
facebook: http://www.facebook.com/coffeebeanphilippines

Little Asia, Symphony of Flavors

Way before I started blogging I have always been an adventurous foodie. I am not the type who needs to check on reviews first before dining in to restaurants. When it comes to trying out restos, I always take chances, and that is how I found some of the best restaurants I never thought would give me satisfaction. But of all the restos I have been to and will be going to, I am certain that Little Asia will always hold a special place in my heart.

I have lived in San Juan City for quite a while now and you could probably imagine how frequent I’ve been to Greenhills area. I have tried several restos there, some of which I have visited quite a number of times. Ironically, although Little Asia is always on top of my list, I only visit the resto during special occasions not because they are pricey, theirs are reasonable in fact, but because most of the memorable dining experiences with some of the special people I hold dear in my life was spent there.

It was in Little Asia that I have dined with my very first colleagues the first time I started working after graduation. It was there that my best girls celebrated our mini reunion after being away from each other for a long time. It was there that my bestfriend Pauly and I spent our last dinner together with some of our College Friends before he left the country. Those special moments in my life were witnessed by some of the staff at Little Asia in Greenhills, and they were always kind enough to celebrate with our joys by giving kind gestures and little surprises to our group.

This multi-awarded restaurant rocks when it comes to customer service and when it comes to food, they are one of the gods. Most of the dish on their menu is truly excellent, but these are the ones I truly enjoy.

Cantonese Prawn

Sautéed prawns in cream and cheese sauce. If there is one dish I could eat for the rest of my life, this would be it. This dish is a total knock out in my opinion. The prawn meat is so tender it can easily be separated from the skin. Although soaked in the creamy goodness of the sauce, the prawns are still juicy therefore it isn’t over powered by the taste of the cheese. They obviously use fresh prawns because of its sweet taste.


Little Asia Crispy Fried Chicken

Your crispy delicious classic Fried Chicken made better with Little Asia’s own concoction of seasoning. The skin is so crispy and savory and the meat is equally tasty and juicy.


Chicken Wrapped In Bacon

Chicken and pork combined with honey sauce. This savory dish blew me off. The chicken is soft while the bacon is juicy and when their flavors collide inside your mouth, it’s pure bliss.


Salt and Pepper Fried Squid

Now this one I like specifically because the squid is not rubbery compare to other restos which offers the same dish. The batter is so tasty and crispy but the meat is still juicy.


Japanese Mixed Fried Rice

This is your usual Yang Chow Fried Rice with a twist. You can have it even without a viand.


These are just some of the dish I always order whenever I am at Little Asia but there are more. With customer service as good as theirs and a place so relaxing, one couldn’t help but try out every wonderful dish on their menu. Of course, it is always best shared with people important to you.




I know that this restaurant deserve one hardcore post wherein I could rave about how good the food are and how cozy the place is, with some kicking photos but I couldn’t help myself to post a teaser because another memorable event is on its way. Surely when the plane landed, this is the first restaurant I will be dragging my bestfriend Pauly to, so that we can make another beautiful memory of shared good food and fascinating stories.



Little Asia, Symphony of Flavors Branches :

Greenhills Promenade, 2nd Level Ortigas, San Juan City Tel No. 727-5265

195-B Tomas Morato cor. Scout Fuentebella, QC Tel No. 373-0609 / 410-4937

Venice Piazza at Mckinley Hill, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City

Mushroom Bruschetta at Bar Dolci

When you are about to attend a dinner event where you are expected to consume unlimited amount of the crispiest and the tastiest chicken in the country, would you pass up a chance to have an appetizer from a sweet spot in Manila's Fort Bonifacio Global City before heading to the actual event? No, right? I know. Because I didn't.

My friend Glenn and I were strolling along Burgos Circle with our writing paraphernalia at one hand and a Venti Coffee on the other when we chanced upon Bar Dolci. We were an hour early for the event so we decided to find a place where we can stay while waiting for dinner time. We strolled past Bar Dolci but the store illuminates with an inviting aura so we decided to go back and check on their menu.

Upon entering the store, we were greeted with a pleasing view of different colors of gelatos and macaroons. We know that we are headed to road of temptation.

Since I have a strong desire to be at par with Glenn’s appetite in consuming as much chicken as possible, while Glenn, on the other hand, was dead set on beating his previous record, with a heavy heart we know we need to pass up on ordering sweets so as not to ruin our appetite. So, we ordered for their Mushroom Bruschetta instead, as an appetizer, and promised each other that we will go back to try the macaroons and gelatos next time.



All the while, I thought it would just be those two delightfully colored treats that would torment me until such time that I would get to visit the store again, but when I tasted their Mushroom Bruschetta, I could not take it out of my mind. It was love at first bite.

Bar Colci’s Mushroom Bruschetta looks like a pizza but the distinct taste of a bruschetta is definitely there. Generous amount of mushroom nestled on top of cunchy-soft bread with melted cheese, crushed garlic, and shredded parsley. It was so meaty you wouldn’t even notice that it’s just a mushroom all the way.



It is definitely one of the reasons why I would be coming back to Bar Dolci aside from their gelatos and macaroons I have yet to try.






Bar Dolci
F133 Forbeswood Heights
corner Burgos Circle
Bonifacio Global City
Philippines
Mon. - Thurs. 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Fri. - Sat. 9:00 am - 12:00 am
Sundays 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

http://www.bardolci.com/
http://www.facebook.com/BarDolci

Crispy Danggit and Garlic Rice on a Sunday Morning

For me, one of the best things during weekend is Sunday breakfast. That resolved was further steeled when I am already passed the phase in my life where every Saturday nights were spent on parade of booze and Sundays does not exist in my calendar because well, I was asleep the whole day trying to nurse a hangover. These days, Sunday breakfast is the time when I get a chance to spend time with my parents and sisters while feasting on scrumptious meal that we all prepared.

Although I am a hardcore carnivore and my utmost love for bacon commensurate to my love for some of my most prized possessions, one breakfast meal that can really rock my world is Piniritong Danggit (Fried Rabbitfish/Spinefoot) with my father’s Sinangag na Kanin (Garlic Fried Rice). Add some fresh tomatoes, some salted egg, and spicy vinegar with a dash of salt and crushed garlic to that, then I’m on a roll.



Although it is Cebu that is best known for its delicious Danggit, my parents recently discovered a place in Binangonan Rizal called Pipindan which also sells the best tasting Danggit I ever had. I was told that it was priced at 140php per kilo, way too affordable compare to its market price. The difference is that the Danggit from Binangonan Rizal is a little less salty in taste as compared to the one manufactured in Cebu. Nevertheless, they both can satiate ones palate.



I always believed that it is best eaten with bare hands. You grab some salted egg and tomatoes, mashed it with the fried rice, then pick a piece of that sinfully crunchy Danggit, dip it in the spicy vinegar, pop it into your mouth then follow it with the rice mixture. Have some slice or two of fresh fruits to ensure ultimate breakfast experience. It is pure bliss.



Enjoy the rest of your Sunday foodies! Bon Appetit!