Hap Chan All-You-Can-Eat Shabu-Shabu and Buffet

An evening of intense need to unwind led my friends and I to try out Hap Chan's All-You-Can-Eat Shabu-Shabu at Robinsons Galleria. It was a cold night that could have easily be tamed down with a bowl of ramen but we were a group with big appetite hence, unlimited grub is the way to go. 

So that dinner, we stuffed ourselves silly while beaming with pride basking with the idea that we got our money's worth and then some. Because instead of spending almost 500 bucks for a bowl of hot ramen, we got pots after pots of delicious shabu-shabu made they way we wanted to. 

It wasn't my first brush with Hap Chan Restaurant. I have blogged about one of their branches way back. But it was only recently that I got to try their Unlimited Shabu-shabu offering since not all branches offers it. 

Honey Danji Korean Restaurant, Ortigas Center Pasig City

Rarely do I encounter people who loves Korean food as much as I do - I'm talking about the whole shebang beyond samgyupsal, of coure. But luck is on my side these days that new found friends share the same appreciation. This led me to this tiny Korean restaurant in Ortigas Center Pasig City one afternoon when everyone could ever think of is good servings of food to celebrate an end of work week. 

Welcome to Honey Danji, a small but nonetheless legit Korean restaurant manned by a friendly ahjumma who is more than willing to serve good Korean food to those who are interested enough to indulge. 

A Festive Lunch at Brotzeit, Shangri-La Mall

One of the best things about holiday season is the chance to get together with friends you have not seen for a long while. I really felt that when I had a chance to have a holiday lunch at Brotzeit in Shangri-La Mall with my KTG Bloggers Family. It was a special lunch filled with catching up stories, gift giving, and of course, great food and amazing German beers one can only find at Brotzeit. 

You see, ever since I started working in corporate again, rarely do I get to join my KTG Family during food events. That's pretty obvious by the lack of posts here on my blog this year. Hopefully, once I get the hang of things, I can juggle my blogger/vlogger's life (Yas! I am also on YouTube!) and my life as a salary woman.

For now, I am just so happy that I got the chance to join them at Brotzeit because, hey, it's Brotzeit. Remember it's one of our favorites? 

Smores Bar and Chocolate Cookies by Doughy Delights

I was munching on Doughy Delight's Smores Bar and Chocolate Cookies when I realized that the best thing about this holiday season is the fact that you have all the right reasons to binge on delicious treats with reckless abandon. It's a season of eating after all, we'll deal with the scary aftermath come January. For now, let's indulge. 

Speaking of indulging, one of the delicious treats I highly recommend for you to indulge in is Doughy Delights baked goodies. I've been trying a lot of brand of cookies for blog review lately and trust me on this, this is one of the best. 

While I bake cakes and cookies myself, when it's crunch time like the holiday season that is upon us, I deem that it is a wise move to have a reliable list of baked goodies sellers on your arsenal. Especially when the baker got an impressive recipe for products that can equally satisfy you the way your grandma's heirloom recipes can do.

I am so glad that I was introduced to Doughy Delights as an addition to my list. 

MEY LIN EXPRESS: Affordable Hot Pot Shabu-Shabu and Bento Meals

If it hadn't been for a friend who is crazy about hot pot, I probably wouldn't get to try Mey Lin Express at SM Light Mall. Going home, I always pass by it but I didn't really pay attention thinking it's just another little Asian restaurant. I mean, I love hot pot, but there are default choices of hot pot restaurants in my mind when craving for one. 

Little did I know, Mey Lin Express is also from Vikings Group of Restaurants. I am a fan of Vikings Group's Four Seasons Buffet and Hot Pot. Since it's under the same umbrella, I figured it could be well worth the try. 

Well, I'm happy to report that it did not disappoint. 

McDonald's Flavors of Japan with Twister Fries

I Love McDonald's Flavors of Japan especially the Ebi Burger. I cannot remember how many Flavors of Japan meal at McDo I have consumed after they launched it. It's a treat almost every other day until most of the stores have slowly ran out of the Ebi Burger. Now the good news is that the McDonald's Flavors of Japan is back for its Autumn edition and along came the return of the well-loved Twister Fries!

I've yet to meet someone who does not love McDonald's Twister Fries, but on the second thought, I probably never will because hey, what's not to love about the Twister Fries? 

My Top Picks at The Ultimate Taste Test 2019 #UTT2019

We've been attending The Ultimate Taste Test since its early days. We've enjoyed a lot of new food finds and have met a lot of likeminded individuals who like us, believe in the transformative power of good food. This year is their 10th year. Yes, it's a decade of helping out food merchants introduced their creations to the public and helping consumer find food products well-worth the calories and money. 

I started working in corporate set up months ago so I wasn't really expecting that I'll make it to this year's UTT. Luckily, my friends - the very same peeps who I've gone with to the previous years of UTT with - Rina (@rinasrainbow) a.k.a. Mrs. Pickiest Eater and Glenn (@i_am_glenn_daniel) a.k.a. The Strolling Spoon were there to drag my sleepy self out and enjoy the event. I may lack sleep but no regrets, I tell you.

짜장면 Korean Jjajangmyeon Recipe + Video

I posted a video of How To Cook Jjajangmyeon (Korean Black Bean Noodles) on my YouTube channel a little while back and I almost forgot to post an accompanying blog post for the complete recipe and detailed instruction here at YedyLicious. But it is here now, I am here now.

I feel bad that my blog is turning into a space-gathering dust for the past few months because I am so busy - I got a new job, you see. But let's reserve that story time for perhaps future blog post.

Because right now, while taking a break from studying the processes of my role for my new job and having a quick dinner, I am trying my best to somehow squeeze in finishing this blog post. Because this simple recipe for Jjajangmyeon is so easy and make and so delicious, I hope you could make it at home and share it with your loved ones too.