spending time at Bubble Tea

it's nice to have friends come over for food in the Tomas Morato branch of Bubble Tea. a delectable treat for us foodies. a very satisfying array of courses and drinks served by the friendly crew of Bubble Tea. they serve Japanese dishes to our palates that love food diversity. from appetizing rolls, sushis, sashimis up to drinks, warm or cold, will make you asking for more. the soft and gluttonous dishes are best for gatherings like this.

though i'm a bit sick, having a warm squash soup eased my itching throat and cleared my respiration passage. it is very creamy and very yummy. black sesame added flavor to the soup.

a lot of dishes are served for us to try. i loved the rolls especially Nippon Ebi. it is a panko breaded prawn rolled in sushi rice topped with mango on melted mozzarella cheese. i now have a new favorite other than the California Maki.

pastas are also great at Bubble Tea. choose between these:

to finish it all, a great drink of Bubble Tea's Milk Teas and conversations. pearls below the soothing milk tea after a heavy meal is so good before a sleep. i admit i almost fell asleep after drinking because it is so good. i chose Strawberry Milk Tea; it is not so sweet and you'll love munching on those pearls.

Bubble Tea's Tomas Morato branch is 3rd from the growing network of this food chain. the first 2 branches are located in SM North EDSA and SM Megamall. another child is expected in Wilson Street, San Juan City so people near it can also enjoy the goodness of the drinks and dishes.

they are now conducting a special promo called PICHUR PICHUR. you may check the details at www.facebook.com/tokyobubbletea and you might win a Nikon S230 camera!

FOCACCIA is a slice of Italy

with a lot of restaurants in the city that offers Italian food, one dining place in The Fort Strip lays in authentic Italian recipes that make your mouth water.

Focaccia Pizza and Pasta Restaurant serves fulfilling and yummy dishes that can be enjoyed by groups. Focaccia is the toasted wheat bread slices or croutons that are dipped in a mix of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. you can have as much as you want as you wait for your orders to come.

to start the meal, three appetizers were served. Shrimp Scampi, Spinach Artichoke Formaggio and the Soup Trio (Tomato, Mushroom and Pumpkin)

Soup Trio (Pumpkin, Mushroom, Tomato)

since tomato is one of my favorite ingredients, its taste really distinguished in every dish. the sweetness and fruitiness of the tomato bursts inside your mouth.

the pasta dishes are cooked al dente. and the best part is, it is great for sharing. you and your friends can enjoy the delicious pastas of Focaccia.

and one of the originals in Focaccia are the thin pizza strips to roll with alfalfa sprouts and arugula leaves. flavors available in Focaccia are Slice of Italy Pizza, Scallopine ala Marsala, Sette Formaggio and Seafoods Pizza. eating these pizzas is fun.

enjoy Focaccia and more of its dishes at The Fort Strip at The Fort, Taguig. bring along your friends or family.

take 3 of your friends to Hennessy Artistry!

getting in the edge is in these days. and usual things are put into experiments. and even Moet Hennessy pushed its limits aside from being an old man's cognac to be enjoyed with the younger market. and not only that, Moet Hennessy Cognac is now ready to be mixed with other concoctions making it versatile and diverse.

on November 19 2010, check out Hennessy Artistry Manila and mix with the crowd. music and crowd will fill the NBC Tent at Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. Hennessy Artistry Manila will feature big rock bands like PUPIL, KJWAN and TRUE FAITH.

Hennessy Artisty Manila is a global campaign that promotes quality drinking and in tune with the lifestyle of Filipinos today, diverse and fun. the event also signifies that Hennessy VSOP can now be mixed with other concoctions that will suit the taste of those who drinks it.

this is a very exclusive event. to get in, just avail a 70cl of Moet Hennessy VSOP to get 4 tickets to the party on November 19 at NBC Tent. for more details, LIKE them on Facebook or visit http://hennessyartistrymanila.com

new pizza flavors from Greenwich

Greenwich has developed 2 new flavors of their famous pizza. introducing the Top That Pizzas: Chili Buffalo Wings and Onion Rings and Meatballs and Fries.

Meatballs and Fries Pizza

This pizza is topped with real meatballs and a dash of original Greenwich Pizza fries. a combination of sweet and sour in one pizza top. crunchy fries over gummy cheese to match with munchy meatballs.

Chili Buffalo Wings and Onion Rings

like the first pizza, the chili buffalo wings and onion rings experiment on taste and texture of the pizza. the sour cream compliments the pizza tomato sauce.

these are available in all Greenwich outlets at an affordable price. you may call 5-5555 for delivery.

i am allergic to SHRIMP - - help!

lately i just discovered that i am allergic to shrimp. after eating in a buffet where they serve shrimps, not too long i just this itches that start from the head and then it will cover my entire body. just a very icky situation that i cannot stand when i get into meetings, events and other socials.

i tried taking in antibiotics but it only stops the itching for around 30mins. then i feel the itches again. then my officemate gave me Cetrizine HCL and it has been the most effective yet. i haven't consulted a doctor.

is there a way that i can grow over this? i miss eating shrimp and i am now complaining why in the world one of the most delicious foods is now the one i have to avoid. i am worried of the upcoming buffets and parties! help me please!

Chili Cheese Rolls

Chili Cheese Rolls is one very easy recipe to team up with beer. it is also called Dynamite because it looks like a dynamite. here's how to make this crunchy and palatable recipe.

Ingredients:
green chilis (seeded, stems intact)

cheese, small julienne strips

lumpia wrapper

oil for frying

Procedure:
1. stuff in the cheese strips inside the slits made on the chili.
2. wrap the chili with the lumpia wrapper exposing the stem.

3. fry the rolls until golden brown or crunchy.
4. serve with sweet chili sauce.

vote for Bacarra in Kraft's 100 towns of Christmas

it is an honor to present to you a nominee of Kraft Eden Cheese's 100 Towns of Christmas. the nominee is Bacarra, Ilocos Norte. one of the main delicacies of Ilocos Norte is the bagnet which is another kind of chicharon - crunchy and appetizing.

Bacarra joins the list of Kraft Eden Cheese's 100 Towns of Christmas by submitting a creative twist to the bagnet -- the Chessy Bagnet Pizza. a homestyle version of the meat lover's pizza.

Bacarra is known for the Bacarra Bell tower and the Bac-bacarra Festival. the traditional folksong Pamulinawen also hailed from this town written by Isidro Castro and composed by Julian Dacuycuy Sales which are Bacarreños. rich culture and heritage is found at Bacarra homes and buildings.

how to greet people in Bacarra? here are the samples translated in English:
Naimbag nga bigat - Good morning.
Naimbag nga rabii - Good evening.
Naragsak a Paskua - Merry Christmas.

do you love Bacarra? just log-in to www.sarapngpasko.com and make it get to the Top 9. Bacarra might win upto Php 2 Million worth of support funds from Kraft Eden Cheese.

ESTERO fast food

this was the first time i took a closer look at Ongpin St. in Binondo, Manila. as it is part of the Chinatown in Manila, i never knew that there are more food choices within the area apart from the luxurious Chinese cuisine. shopping is one reason to walk along Binondo and the tour wouldn't be complete without food. after hearing mass from Binondo Church, my friend suggested that we take Estero Fast Food to fill our grumbling stomachs.

getting to Estero
Estero is a local call for creek. the fast food is located along the stretch of Ongpin. from Binondo Church, walk left of Ongpin until you pass two bridges. Estero is just beside the second bridge by the creek as the name suggests.

Estero is just a simple eating area. you will see simple tables and chairs just like in a carinderia setting. you just have to sit and wait to be attended and make your order.

the food choices are surprisingly cheap. for ala carte, the prices range from Php 60 - Php 200 from small to large orders. we ordered small sizes of these dishes:

Crispy Frog Legs - yes, we ordered crispy fried frog legs. for a first-time frog eater like my friend, she didn't find anything disgusting about it. in fact, she appreciated it. deep fried frog legs dipped into sweet and sour sauce are good as appetizers. she even ordered more to go. Php 100

Nido Soup with Quail eggs - to warm your stomach, take a sip of nido soup. Php 70

Fried Rice - rice is a Filipino staple, of course. Php 60

Beef with Broccoli - i always find this in any Chinese restaurant. thin strips of beef meat sauteed with broccoli are still delicious anytime. Php 80

everything costs less than Php 500 upon billing. we would be happy to return and enjoy more of their menu. the place is also clean and you can see how they prepare your food so you're guaranteed safe to what you're gonna eat. they also have a second floor where it is air-conditioned for a comfortable eating.