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La Vista Highlands was one of the places my family and I visited during January. We aren't really a roadtrip-friendly kind of family so driving all the way to San Carlos was a pat on the back for all of us. Haha.

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We took the Murcia - Don Salvador Benedicto (DSB) route going to San Carlos City just to pass by the amazing views. My mom doesn't want to go out of the car and she was nervous with the long and winding roads that we were driving on (Not road-trip friendly kind of family, right?) but we persuaded her to go out and take pictures with us. Amazing views are amazing.

La Vista Highlands Mountain Resort. We went there on a Sunday and surprisingly a lot of people were there too! We even had to park out car outside the premises. 

Lunch at their restaurant (which were reasonably priced, I am surprised) and we ordered a lot of Filipino dishes. Well except for the Garlic Mushrooms which I ordered for myself. We had Calamares, Sinigang, Bangus Ala Pobre, and KBL - Kadyos, Baboy, and Langka - my ultimate favorite.

Other than being a resort hotel, La Vista Highlands offers Extreme Outdoor Sports Adventures such as ziplines and cable cars. 

(c) littlemissdin2x

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Tue, 19 Feb 2013 17:43:00 -0800 #Campuestuhan Highland Resort http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/campuestuhan-highland-resort http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/campuestuhan-highland-resort

This is a late post. As well as the other posts that will follow. (HAHA.)

My family and I drove to Campuestuhan Highland Resort one sunny day in January. There are actually two ways to go there, and even if we live in Talisay, we made use of the Alangilan to Campuestuhan route.

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Such a beautiful log cabin, I can't get enough pictures of.

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You can see a variety of life size statues in the resort. The most "popular" are the superheroes that everyone takes turns taking pictures with. My Momsie who was visiting from Florida, tagged me around to take pictures of her with Hulk, Superman, and even Snow White and her 7 Dwarves. Lol.

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There's a swimming pool but I think it's generally for children.

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My parents getting all tourist-y. Hehe.

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Those cute igloo houses (reminds you of LOTR and the Hobbits' houses no?) and the view of the city below it. Damn.

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I was thinking of "highland", must be cold so I brought a scarf along -- only to figure out it was so hot there and I even got sunburned. Haha. Outfit of the day fail.

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The view from the cabin. It was a weekend so a lot of people were there.

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Mandatory picture along the entrance. Haha. Speaking of entrance, it was a bit expensive and you won't be able to appreciate its value if you don't swim.

(c) littlemissdin2x

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Mon, 19 Nov 2012 01:40:00 -0800 #Calea http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/calea http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/calea

This is a throwback post. Since these pictures are from of last year but were never posted, I guess. 

Calea, famous for their cakes and obviously the choice for those visiting in Bacolod to buy pasalubongs and the like.

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It is now located in Balay Quince, a building right in front of the L'Fisher Hotel and look at these wonderful interiors! The big door reminds me of Alice in Wonderland. Haha.


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My mean girls, Teptep and Camille.

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Me and if this was taken last September... Okay, enough said. Haha.

Now the food that we ordered..

Basically, sandwiches, iced coffees, and Caramel Pecan Pie (for Camille) and Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake (for me). 

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Girls, we should definitely do this again. We haven't eaten or hang out together for a looooong time. Yes, I'm stressing the "long" here.

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I'll never get tired of Calea and their cakes. There are a lot of choices to choose from, really.

#Happy eating!

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Mon, 19 Nov 2012 01:39:00 -0800 #Chicken Charlie http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/chicken-charlie http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/chicken-charlie

With the recurrence of radio advertisements and free GC's my mom and I would hear from a certain radio station about this restaurant, we can't help but check it out.

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First thing you'd notice about the restaurant, is that after paying, the cashier would give you this disk and instructed that once this thing lights up, your order is ready for pick up in another counter inside the restaurant.


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Despite the small area and often too crowded, especially during lunch time, the restaurant itself has an attractive interior. This was one of the posters on the wall and there were a few others still, but I'm too shy to take pictures of it while other people are eating. Haha.

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This was the fried chicken that was highly advertised that it was different from any other chicken but much to my dismay, it was too small for me. Yes, it did taste good and you don't need gravy or ketchup for this, but again, it's too small. I'm very partial to food servings.

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That's my mom and she was also complaining that her chicken wings were small, three small chicken wings. 

Chicken Charlie is located in the North Wing of SM Bacolod, beside Cafe Bob's. I know this isn't really a positive post but in fairness to them, the chicken tastes good, it's just that it wasn't that big of a serving.

#Happy eating!

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Sun, 18 Nov 2012 02:22:00 -0800 #Balboa http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/balboa http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/balboa

I was waiting for my turn in the salon and out of impatience, I decided to check out Balboa and eat there instead. Talk about impulsiveness.

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I really like the place because it's so inviting from the outside and I am attracted to the bright colors. Think Mediterranean meets shabby chic interiors.

I decided to have merienda since it was past 3 in the afternoon and to order rice would be inappropriate. Haha.

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Fish and chips with mustard, ketchup, and mayonnaise dips. Hmmm.

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Look at how big the chips are. It's crunchy on the outside and absolutely filled with fish on the inside. (Sounds like a commercial, but entirely true.)

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Fries.

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Dips. I'm very particular with dips so I think the mustard (or was it tartar) was a bit too salty for my taste buds. But it was a good complement to the chips.

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A glass of lemonade. I should have ordered a pitcher since I asked for a few more glasses of water too.

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Sansrival for dessert. It's too buttery for me so I ate like only half of it. Boo.

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Balboa is located in Mayfair Plaza in Lacson Street. It was formerly Bistro Negrense according to one of the service crew. She also said that both restaurants are of the same owner and Balboa used to be located in Sorrento (just in front of Mayfair Plaza). The restaurant opens at 11am and closes at 10pm everyday.

Might have to go back here to try their steaks, pastas, and the seafood chowder which sounds appetizing.

#Happy eating!

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Wed, 14 Nov 2012 06:17:00 -0800 #Food Tourism - Bacolod http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/food-tourism-bacolod http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/food-tourism-bacolod

Saw this video link in Bacolod City's twitter account. @BacolodCity6100 .

Now this is what Bacolod, in terms of food, is all about. <3

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Tue, 13 Nov 2012 02:42:00 -0800 #Sofia http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/sofias http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/sofias

I came across an advertisement in the local cable this morning. Looks exactly like this.

SOFIA Bread and Pastries AD from headrush productions on Vimeo 

I realized this was also the same Sofia, college batchmate Camille, mentioned to me when she gave me a sample of the Adobo Bun this bread and pastries shop had. So I told my mom why don't we check the place out.

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Sofia Bread and Pastries is located conveniently in Hilado Street, just walking distance from City Lunch.

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There were a lot of bread and pastries to choose from. While I was picking my choices, I am reminded of Bread Talk, another bread and pastries shop I have tried in Manila.

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Sisig Bun.

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Ham and Cheese Delight and Blueberry and Cheese Bread.

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Pizza Bread.

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Here's what I picked out for my mom and I and I did not regret choosing these. They're all tasty!

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My mom bought a Chocolate cupcake with a caramel filling inside. I wasn't even able to taste it which means my mom loved it. She's not a cupcake person, by the way. Haha.

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I was ogling for these! Perfect for Christmas. Oh well. I might have to go back here again and try their cakes and cupcakes.

#Happy eating!

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Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:08:00 -0800 #Cookies and Crumbs http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/cookies-and-crumbs http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/cookies-and-crumbs

Late post number 8. (This post was in my drafts since August. Duh. Stupid me. Oh well. )

 

My friend Anj, together with her cute baby Piney, and I went to check out Cookies and Crumbs in Mandalagan. 

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The place is large, located in the second floor of the building and there were also tables outside for extra dining spaces. The interiors remind me of coffee and caramel. Maybe it was just me. Haha.

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Anj ordered coffee first, while we were chatting and waiting for our orders to arrive.

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Parmesan cheese fries. I'm really not a cheesy fries type of person but this one's actually good.

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Carbonara that was enough for two already. Lots of parmesan cheese on top too. Mmm.

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I had an eclair for dessert. I wanted to eat another one, but then, never mind. Haha.

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Look at how adorable and hyper Piney is! She keeps on looking outside the glass windows but would pay attention if she hears the clicking sound of my camera. Hehehe.

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As the name suggests itself, there are a variety of cookies to choose from. It's like sweets overload!

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Cookies and Crumbs is located in Mandalagan, the same building as that of Pepe's. It has another branch near the New Government Center if I'm not mistaken. They serve lunch and dinner too. I'm still planning to go back here to try their dinner meals. Maybe in the near future.

#Happy eating!

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Sun, 11 Nov 2012 19:12:00 -0800 #wedding http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/wedding http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/wedding

Late post number 7.

 

A friend of my mom's got married and I tagged along. I am always fascinated with wedding photography so I decided to take my 70-300mm Nikkor lens and use it in the wedding. Here are my better shots, I suppose. Since carrying these lens are so tedious and I need more practice.

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Sun, 11 Nov 2012 18:37:00 -0800 #25 part dos http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/25-part-dos http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/25-part-dos

On my birthday itself, I had a birthday dinner with my lolo, lola, and the rest of the family in Marhaba, a restaurant in Silay. (Note to self, must visit there again and make a post about their food.)

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Me blowing my 2 and 5 candles. Funny that I had a similar photo of this, except that I was blowing a 1 candle at that time. Hehe.


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My lolo and lola, my mom's parents. I'm happy that they're healthy on my birthday despite these year's in and out of the hospital trips.

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The rest of the family. I dare not use the term "fambam". 

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I got it from my Mama. 

all photos (c) littlemissdin2x

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Sun, 11 Nov 2012 17:59:00 -0800 #25 part uno http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/25-part-uno http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/25-part-uno

Late post number 5.

 

Aside from Masskara, October is also my birth month. This year I decided to have a birthday salubong with a couple of friends instead.

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I look so giddy turning a year older. Haha.


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Teptep and Camille whom we call ourselves the mean girls but we are not like that at all. Teptep's my number one kunsintidora and Camille is my original bitter friend. Bwahaha. (We love to tease Camille all the time.) Love you girls!

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Kirstie, Marian, and Jude who had been my friends since forever. Girls, Jude is single and ready to mingle. Bwahaha. 

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Omega and John who had been my manang and manong in the hospital, except that I don't call them that, at all. Haha. I usually third wheel with them and they feed me all the time.

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We ate at Jay - Jay's (no pun intended.) which is one of my favorite Filipino restaurants and here are the food that I ordered, albeit too many that I had loads of doggybag afterwards.

To cap the night off, some drinks. I had to drive home so yeah, everything in moderation.

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Cheers to another new year for me! Let's make the most out of it.

all photos (c) littlemissdin2x

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Sun, 11 Nov 2012 17:49:00 -0800 #Mambukal http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/mambukal http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/mambukal

Late post number number 4.


On the Sunday of the Masskara Weekend, my mom and I joined a tita and her family to go to Mambukal Resort, which was located in Murcia, a 45 minute to 1 hour drive from Bacolod City.

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I was the designated driver. Pardon the paleness due to the lack of sleep. I loaded myself with coffee though. Hehe.

See, the Iphone 4s + Instagram filters make me a lazy photographer. Here are the nice photos I took using my phone. 

all photos (c) littlemissdin2x

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Sun, 11 Nov 2012 17:10:00 -0800 #Masskara 2012 http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/masskara-2012 http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/masskara-2012

Late post number 3.

 

It's once again, October! You guessed it right. Brace yourselves, Masskara pictures are coming. (See what I did there? Haha.) 

Anyways, this year's celebration was still fun and thank God it didn't rain. This time, my barkada and I prepared masks so we could enter Art District's Maskarave Party instead of smuggling masks from the inside (like last year. Oops!)

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This is what Lacson Street, "Tourism Strip" looks like around 8pm. Just imagine how crowded it looks like at around 11pm. (We weren't there to witness it.)


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Drinking while walking the streets. Totally legit. (Note: I noticed that of all alcoholic drinks, vodka based drinks are the ones I am most tolerable to, given my allergic nature to alcohol. Meh.)

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A short stop at L'fisher to pee. 

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We decided to go to Art District and rode a tricycle (my suggestion. Haha.) because I left my car in Art District beforehand.

Jude, Marian, and I wearing our masks. Okay. I cheated. I bought another mask because my mask was too girly beyond words. Hahaha.

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A random photo which captures all the colors of the disco lights and my "Life in Technicolour" inspiration.

While we were on the dancefloor...

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Cheers to the nights we can hardly remember. Remember kids, don't drink and drive!

#Happy clicking!

all photos (c) littlemissdin2x

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Sat, 03 Nov 2012 19:51:00 -0700 #Balaring http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/167494247 http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/167494247

Late post number 2.

 

It's funny to think that I live in Talisay but it has only been recently that I have eaten in Balaring. Yes, I've been there before to do some shoots of the sunset, but eat? This was a first time.

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My cousin wanted to eat there and since he didn't bring his car, I was the designated driver.

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There were lots of restaurants there, but we chose to eat in Mel Ken's. They have a wide variety of seafood that I'm sure is fresh.

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The restaurant had this home-y and traditional Filipino vibe to it with windows overlooking the sea.

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My mom and I, cousins, and tita.

 

Now the food that we ordered...

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Buttered shrimps.

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Porkchop for the kids.

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Kilawin, which is one of my favorites. The spicyness was just adequate.

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Pork sisig which is better than some expensive restaurants who serve this dish.

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All diets off the window when there's seafood. Haha. I was able to eat more than two cups of rice. Oops.

Note: Not in the picture were the Liempo, and the Sinigang na Isda, which was hearty. 

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Mel Ken's is just one of the many seafood restaurants present in Balaring. Balaring is around 20 - 30 minutes drive from Bacolod with the Teresita L. Jalandoni Provincial Hospital (TLJPH)  in Silay City as your point of reference. Once you've reached the hospital, just follow the road and the signs up until you reach Balaring. Don't worry because the roads are well paved and fairly safe to drive even at night.

#Happy eating!

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Sat, 03 Nov 2012 19:06:00 -0700 #Tamarind http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/167491554 http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/167491554

Late post number 1.

 

Last September, my friends and I ate in Tamarind, just in time for Marian's birthday salubong. I seriously want to thank my friends for allowing ourselves to eat in a Thai restaurant for blog purposes -- my food blog purposes. Lol.

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If you've read previous posts you'd know my love for quirky lightings. Tamarind, by far has the best lightings. Haha.

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This is actually a fabric for their seats. It would have been nicer if they used this on their walls no? Lol.

 

Now the food that we ordered... (I hope my memory serves me right.)

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Beef with Basil and Chili

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Pad Thai noodles

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Chicken with Basil and Garlic

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Vegetarian Curry

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Chicken Skin

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Chicken with Cashew

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Look at where they put their rice in! I wanted to ask the service crew where they bought these. Maybe next time. Haha.

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Thai Iced Tea which I am in love with.

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Happy birthday Marian! <3

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To end the night, we had drinks at 11 Degrees in Art District. Cheers for another solid year Marian!

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Tamarind is located in Robinsons' Central City Walk. They usually open at 11am and close around 9pm daily. If I'm not mistaken, they're the only Thai restaurant here in Bacolod so if you want to have a cultural experience through food (or just craving for some Pad Thai noodles), Tamarind hits the spot. Mmm.

#Happy eating!

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Tue, 21 Aug 2012 04:16:00 -0700 #Fresh Start http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/155681380 http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/155681380

I was greatly influenced to eat here by my best friend, Marian. Whenever we have dinner at her house, we are always served fresh, organic, and (almost) vegetarian food.

Hence, we came to visit Fresh Start...

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Upon entering the restaurant, you can already see that they also sell organic products that ranges from rice, to coffee, to mascuvado, among other things.


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My best friend Marian who has been a vegetarian for 7 (or more) years. Proud of her. If only I could emulate her advocacies.

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That's me smiling nervously because although I eat vegetables, I was never a big fan of it. Haha.

 

Here's what we ordered...

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Tofu Burger with fresh salad on the side.

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A closer look at the burger.

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The garden salad

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The honey mustard dressing that is to die for. 

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The Guyabano smoothie

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The Malunggay smoothie (Yes, it's from real Malunggay and it tastes good!)

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I also had an Iced Coffee Latte. It was so-so. I think it's probably because it is made from organic coffee and the commercially made coffee tastes sweeter.

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The interiors of Fresh Start and look at that super cool Menu board!

 

Note: I've been going back here for a few times already, mostly because of the friendly staff, the need to eat healthy food and the vibe of the place. Here are some other food choices.

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Don't forget to try their Artisan Piaya which is made in front of you so it's served hot.

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Arroz ala Cubana which is one of my favorites.

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The Vanilla Nutella ice cream which I couldn't resist and had to eat even though it was raining that certain day.

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The Organic Carrot Squash cupcake exclusively made by Flibby's and isn't "sum-od". Haha.

Fresh Start is located in Robinsons' Central City Walk, very easy to spot if you're coming from the back parking lot. I'd like to go here during lunch time since it's not too crowded yet and late in the afternoon, a lot of people would come by here to drink coffee and just hang out.

#Happy eating!

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Tue, 21 Aug 2012 04:14:00 -0700 #fro-yo http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/155681012 http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/155681012

I remember saying something about going back to Miren to try their frozen yogurt, fro-yo for short. I had the chance this morning. Finally!

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No other customer, just me. 

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They have a lot of choices for toppings. I can't choose!


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Froyo zone.

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My choice of toppings: New York Cheesecake, Blueberries, and Hazelnut syrup. Yum!

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I seem like I'm unhappy with my fro-yo but really, I am. Don't mind the serious face. Haha.

#Happy eating!

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Sat, 11 Aug 2012 06:11:00 -0700 #Pepe's http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/152705615 http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/152705615

I've been wanting to eat at the new Pepe's located in Mandalagan but never had the chance. So tonight, I finally persuaded my parents to eat there. Yey.

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It wasn't hard to choose what to order since Pepe's has been a popular restauant in Bacolod already. I was just contemplating if I should have my order with rice or not. 

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My parents who I'm so glad they let me off the hook with my "diet" at least for tonight.

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Hello, it's me. My mom said I look 2 shades paler than my usual complexion. Uh oh.

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We haven't reserved for a table beforehand so all the tables inside the restaurant itself were taken. Oh well, We settled for a table outside and this is what Pepe's look from the outside.

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Barbequed Backribs (both for my dad and I.) It was an ample portion for a backribs order but I wish Pepe's would allow 2 sidings rather than one. I liked the barbecue sauce, it was tangy and sweet at the same time although my dad said it had too much molasses. 

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Grilled Spareribs for my mom. It was so tender, I love it. (Yeah, had to try a few bites as well. Haha.)

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Lemonade since I swore off Iced tea already. Mango shake in the background for my mom.

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Pepe's is located along Mandalagan, right before the flyover if you're going to the North. It's fairly easy to spot so you won't have a hard time finding it. The parking lot is a challenge though since the building it is located also is home to Cookies and Crumbs and a bank. 

#Happy eating!

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Sat, 11 Aug 2012 05:48:00 -0700 #in summary http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/152701977 http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/152701977

Yes, I admit it. I have been a lazy blogger but my eating has not stopped of course. Haha. Here's a summary (in pictures) of the food / drinks I've taken account of. Relevant or not.

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From L-R. 

Crunchy peanut butter sandwich (made by yours truly)

Garlic Chicken Bowl from Chowking

Nescafe Creamy Latte from RMC's vending machine

Banana cupcake from a doctor's secretary

Jello shots from 11 Degrees

Oatmeal cookies from Olsen's

Freshly baked Bibingka from Toto Caloy's Bibingka (a stall in SM Bacolod, originally from Iloilo)

Beef Adobo Flakes (made by yours truly)

Loads of Twister Fries from Mcdonalds

Wintermelon Rock Salt and Cheese Milktea from Qualitea

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Sun, 01 Jul 2012 03:25:00 -0700 #Shabu Niku http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/142611341 http://dreamingofrevelry.posterous.com/142611341

Last night, I met up with my hospital friends from the Operating Room and Recovery Room and we decided to eat in Shabu Niku. I was a bit horrified since it's a long time I have eaten Korean cuisine (except for Korean ice cream) and maybe my stomach wasn't up for it. 

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The interiors of the restaurant were of red, black, and white theme. There are actually 2 restaurants and we went inside the part of the restaurant where we could grill our own food. If I'm not mistaken, the other part of the restaurant is exclusively for soups and the like.

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Our appetizers which I believe were radish kimchi and potatoes. Lower part of the picture are the pork strips that will be grilled later on.

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That's our group goofing around and Jam takes charge of the grilling process. Good thing I wasn't assigned to do the grilling, I suck at it. 

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And the grilling begins.

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To be honest, I have no idea what we were eating so by the time I went home, I did some research based on the pictures I have taken. Haha. We actually ate Samgyeopsal which was grilled pork strips and once cooked, you dip it in sesame oil, pepper, and ssamjang (soybean and chili paste combined) and eat it with rice or wrap it in lettuce.

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Japchae, stir fried noodles with beef strips. It sort of reminds me of bihon but a lot spicier.

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Mandu, fried dumplings. I love dumplings so this wasn't new to my taste buds.

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Nang Lyle, Tintin, John, Omega -- their side of the table.

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Me, Jam, Blessy, and Nang Lyle (who had to join because we don't want Jam to die since she's in the middle of a three person picture. Haha.) -- our side of the table.

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It was my first time to eat Korean food after 12 years or so? The last time was when I was still in Korea and I had to eat kimchi pancakes for breakfast. Ugh. Anyways, it's still what I imagined it to be -- spicy and everything with a ginseng after taste. I love the ssamjang, and I took the liberty to mix it with my rice.

Shabu Niku is located in the same building as that of Shakey's Lacson, right in front of Pancake House, Trey's and Avenue Suites. The owner was nice enough to entertain us and to apologize if it was seem that they weren't prepared because it was their soft opening last night and they plan to fully open and be functional by July 7, 2012.

Happy eating! 

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