Big Daddy Truck

I am a lover of burgers. I don't know how I came to be but there are instances these weigh more than any rice meals. And being a rice person, that could really be something. Haha

Anyway, Chika-an in Lahug has a huge parking space. Not only for its customers but to a big food truck as well. It really is big and even named Big Daddy Truck.

When my unusual craving set in on this particular night, with my ever supportive friend, we checked this place out.

They have a menu visibly placed where you can choose from a variety of burgers. When you have decided on what to order, you would need to tell the staff situated inside the truck and pay to the cashier as well (in the front seat).

 

We waited for a few minutes before we got our orders. You can choose 3 condiments to add more flavor.

 

 

Well, here's my burger.

My verdict?

For its price, it is worth it. As I super love burgers, I could say this is one of those places I would surely be coming back when the craving sets in again. Thank God this is situated near my place. Haha

Amy's Lunchbox Cafe

This is a looong overdue post but I would share anyway. Haha

My former colleagues and I share a great love for food. Remember the Payday Habit section of this blog? They were my accomplices before. It was them who I shared most of my food trips way way back.

So, a mini-reunion was agreed and we thought of a place that we all have never been and later on decided to meet at Amy's Lunchbox Cafe.

could you read it? haha

This cafe is located behind Harolds Hotel. The place was previously Urban Kamalig. Anyway, there were a lot of customers but we managed to secure a spot, ordered our food and started THE talking. Haha.

just eat healthy

It's not really a big place actually but I love how it is designed, how it is lighted and everything seems to be organized. Did I tell you this is a healthy cafe? They offer food which are oil-less and yummy! At first, I thought we would be eating out of a "lunch box" but then the plates were served. Kinda disappointing but we ate anyway. Haha

So, what did we order? We ordered different dishes..

pasta!

lasagna!

squid!

The food was great. The pasta being oil-less, you may find it dry but it still tastes good. I super love the lasagna! The squid, it was too big for one person. Haha. I find it kinda salty but we still managed to finish it. Haha.
 
You know, nothing beats healthy meals...

                    and hearty conversations! :)

Brussels Bistro Cafe

You may have happened to notice a brightly-lit house along Gov. M. Cuenco St., in Banilad. But have you stopped by and checked what this was? Well, me and my friend just did. And we were in for some gastronomic adventure.

This previously called Green Home property now houses  some european treats. Brussels Bistro Cafe serves western cuisine from bread, to main courses, to desserts. And what made this more unique was a waffle cart parked immediately outside the restaurant where you can order and watch them actually make waffles!

While waiting for our orders, I did some exploration. The restaurant could house  a lot of people with its al fresco and airconditioned dining areas.

They do sell a lot of breads and sweets as well!

When our orders were served, we were so satisfied. It was my first ever time to try --- and I am craving for it at the moment. It was well-cooked, perfectly seasoned and beautifully presented.

We were just a bit disappointed with the waffles because they interchanged our orders. I would have wanted my order hard but they served it soft. Except for this small glitch, I would highly recommend this cafe. It would be worth it.

Ho Ngohiong

Situated at the end of a road in C.G. Briones St., Andres Abellana, is a small diner which serves food you'll surely crave about.

It's actually owned by a family who's house is adjacent to the resto.

I ordered Spicy Chorizo and, who wouldn't, their famous Ngohiong!

Finally, our orders came and here's my verdict:

Ngohiong - It was fried well. I'm not a Ngohiong lover but I enjoyed eating this with their condiments (hot sauce and atsara).

Spicy Chorizo - The best I've tried and I'm craving right now. :(

I've been there twice and still the same gastronomic satisfaction they've given me for a very affordable price.

They accept orders as well!

I can't wait to go back!

Big Tom's

I happened to browse through the internet and found this diner that I've never been to. So, why wait if you have the chance to try?

On a Saturday night, my friends and I tried this burger place.

This is actually located a few meters from Penong's (at the back).

I loved the whole look of the place. Its glass walls would help you notice that the place is packed with customers.

I also liked their idea of converting a portion of the walls to a very huge menu.

This place is not famous because of nothing. When I went, I found out that Big Tom's makes burgers which are charcoal-broiled, using 100% fresh patty. Isn't it amazing?

I ordered their kinda spicy japengo burger while my friend ordered cheeseburger.

We settled and took some pics while waiting. We expected that it would take long as the burgers have to go throught the charcoal-broiling process. But I just loved how every minute of waiting makes me really excited!

When our orders arrived, I was drooling. Haha. Joke!

Who wouldn't? Here they are!

My gosh. It was really what I expected - mildly spicy, the patty was very juicy and the whole burger tasted pretty good!

It was just too funny how we first agreed to leave a slice of each other's burger to try but ended up nothing on our boards!

Got to be back and try their cheeseburger and the others as well!!

Mexi Mama

Mexican food in the heart of Marina Mall!

I was brought by my friends to this part of the mall where a new restaurant was opened. The foodie in me was at its peak knowing that my friends personally know the chef behind this.

Here it is. One of the stalls in the area. But don't be deceived!

What we ordered:

And we ended our Mexican feast with their famous churros! So yummy!

If you want to try their food, go check them out and be super amazed! I heard they opened at Mactan Newtown as well.

Coffee Prince

If you're a Koreanovela addict, this cafe's name may really sound a bell.

Coffee Prince is a Korean-inspired coffee shop. A tv series with the same name makes it a lot more familiar, I guess.  The two-storey cafe has a lot of room not just for groups but also for people who might want to be on their own.

My friend and I entered this place just for desserts first but ended up buying coffee as well.

While waiting for our orders, let me tour you around the premises. Haha

In the second floor, there are double-deckers that can accommodate more groups.

We settled in the ground floor as we indulged ourselves with their mouth-watering blueberry cheesecake and coffee!

I have had the chance of being on the exact set of the Coffee Prince tv drama when I went to Korea. Though they are not the same, the Coffee Prince here would give you a glimpse of how it feels to be in Korea. :)

Ribpublic

Nestled in a quiet neighborhood at the back of Coco Mall is a small yet cozy restaurant named Ribpublic.

It is not airconditioned but the interiors would make up for it. Haha

I think the diner's name pretty much suggests its bestseller. RIBS. Oh gosh. I just don't know why it feels so good when I hear this four-letter word. Haha

My friend and I only ordered 1 serving because as we observed, the size was kinda big for one person.

The meat was tender and its taste reminds me of Cafe Antonio in Dumaguete City.

Well, I could really say this is one true hole-in-the-wall worth to be discovered. They don't just sell ribs either. See their menu!

Pueblo Mexicano

My officemates once again invited me for a night out. And by that, for now, we meant just eating out. Haha

After having dinner in a dimsum restaurant in BTC, we looked for a place to have coffee and desserts. And as we walked and searched, we found this dimly-lighted restaurant named Pueblo Mexicano.

I am so fond of new places and this one's really interesting from its interiors to the music as you enter the place. Indeed, it's Mexican!

Except for a couple, we were just the people there! We ordered a cake in a jar, cheese nachos and coffee.

I just loved how they presented the cake and how it was not so sweet.

Their nachos was freshly cooked and really good.

After around 2 hrs of talking, we left. I really don't know why this resto does not get that much attention or maybe because it was a weekday? But their food are worth the try and I'm even planning to come back for their main dishes!