Samgyupalace: Unli grill and meat for as low as 299 php in QC

It’s no joke, Korean restaurants are really dominating here in the Philippines today, especially in Manila. One of the most popular Korean resto here is the famous unli Korean BBQ, also known as samgyupsal. That’s why I find it usual to see new Korean BBQ restos here in QC. And one of them is this newly-opened restaurant along Tandang Sora Avenue, Samgyupalace.

ABOUT SAMGYUPALACE

This Korean BBQ restaurant opened last November 2018. I just saw this while I’m on my way to work. Not just that recognizing because of the small place, but it really caught my attention because I think it’s the first Korean BBQ restaurant along Tandang Sora Avenue.

It has three floors but its space inside is kinda small. Hope they can find another bigger space for a better and comfortable dining experience.

REMEMBER: They have a 2-hour time limit policy to give chance to other customers in que.

Now, let’s go to their food.

Every 11:00 AM-3:00 PM, you can get unli meat (pork, beef, chicken), unli rice, unli dips, unli side dishes, and unli iced tea for only 299 php. Every 3:00 PM-11:00 PM, you can get unli meat (pork, beef, chicken), unli rice, unli dips, unli side dishes, and unli iced tea for only 399 php.

For their service, the staff were very attentive and accommodating. We just had some problem with one of our grill. The grill from the other table took forever to cook meats that’s why they had to transfer some to our table to cook it. Hope they can make time to have a maintenance check from time to time.

MEAT

For their meat, all of their meat is in thin-cuts that makes it easy to cook and eat. We just had a little concern about their chicken sauce. We’re not sure if it’s really tasted like that. Hope they will improve this. Our favorite were the B1 (Beef Samgyupsal) and B2 (Soegogi Bulgogi).

SIDE DISHES

They have a lot of side dishes but we just noticed something. The plating was not that appealing but it’s good though. Hope that they will improve also on this. Our favorite side dish were the kimchi, sweet potato, and toge.

DIPS

Their dips include the following: Cheese, Sweet Paste, Chili Paste. My favorites were the sweet and chili paste. The cheese didn’t really tasted cheese at all.

DRINKS

For the drinks, you can have unlimited iced tea when you avail their unli grill and meat. But they also offer other drinks inside such as Soju, softdrinks, and juice.

Please take note of the following also:

OVERALL RATING

Food – ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Price – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Service – ⭐⭐⭐

Ambiance – ⭐⭐⭐

Location – ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Overall, the food was great and also the staff. We just had some minor problems but we didn’t mind. I know they can improve all of these in the near future. I knew that me and my friends had a good time here and enjoy catching up together.

Contact Number:

Mobile: 09774650155

Operating Hours:

11:00 AM-11:00 PM, daily

Address:

289 Tandang Sora Avenue, Quezon City, Philippines

Social Media Accounts:

Facebook: Samgyupalace

Instagram: @samgyupalace

August 24, 2019November 19, 2019

24 Chicken opens another branch in Legarda

Last January 18, 24 Chicken finally had their soft opening in their newest branch at Legarda. Actually, this one is their biggest branch up to date. That’s why I so loved it here!

This was actually my 2nd time trying out their food and I’m really happy about the consistency of the food. If you want to check our first experience at 24 Chicken in P. Noval, read it here.

Since they serve affordable and go-to food, they are really suitable and perfect for students. I think that’s one of the reasons why they are located near to a university or school. Their target is the students who love fast food.

What I loved more about them is that they are eco-friendly. Yes! You read it right. They are observing CLAYGO inside.

Aside from that, they are not using any plastic utensils, instead, they will give you a bamboo chopsticks. You can also purchase their very own eco bag for only 20 php or you can get it free when you order a whole chicken. Every time you go or order at 24 Chicken, bring it with you to have a 2 php discount on your order.

If you’re around Manila or near from any of their branches, they are delivering in selected areas with a fixed 40 php delivery fee/no minimum order. You can also check them out on Grab and HonestBee (delivery fee varies depending on your location).

Now, let’s take a look what’s inside of their branch in Legarda.

More seats and space! YAY. You can now dine in. More comfortable because of its bigger space. Now, let’s go to the food. The main event, of course.

We got their 5 basic flavors which are: Original, Lemon Glazed, Spicy BBQ, Jack Daniels, and Yangnyeom.

photo_1547969314222 — Original (we just put some Garlic hehe)

Another reason why I love their chickens (aside from its juiciness) is you can you have it boneless. Yaaaaas!

Yep, that’s me enjoying their chicken. HUHU. Yummers!

MY TOP PICKS:

Spicy BBQ – If you have read my first post about 24 Chicken, Spicy BBQ wasn’t in my list because when we went there, it was already out of stock. HUHU. I promised myself I will try it again and I wasn’t wrong!!! It was super good!!! You can really taste the spiciness and BBQ flavor! The flavor is just that strong and that’s what I liked most about.
Jack Daniels – If you’re not a fan of spicy food, I highly recommend this one. It’s my number 1 pick in my 1st post. Hihi. Sweet and savory flavor. Ughhhh! You can’t get enough of this chicken flavor.

OVERALL RATING

FOOD –

PRICE –

SERVICE –

AMBIANCE –

LOCATION –

Because I don’t have any complains about their food and service, I just asked them one thing… I really hope that they will open a branch here in QC in the near future. I promise I will visit you everytime I crave for chicken wings. Aside from the quality of the food, it’s really affordable!

Contact Numbers

DLSU Branch: 09271223550/09456797297

UST Branch: 09054792282/09054792283

Legarda Branch: 09167974072/09167974073

Operating Hours

10:00 AM-9:00 PM, Monday to Saturday

Address:

Legarda St., Sampaloc, Manila (beside BDO Legarda)

Walking distance from LRT Legarda

Social Media Accounts:

Facebook: 24 Chicken Delivery Manila

Instagram: @24chickenph

August 24, 2019November 21, 2019

Baguio City: A 2d1n itinerary

Last October 2018, me and my friends went to Baguio for 2 days and 1 night. We definitely had fun exploring places and eating at restaurants there. Attaching here the places and restaurants that is a must-visit when you are going to Baguio.

ABOUT BAGUIO CITY

Known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines, it is a mountain resort city that is located in Northern Luzon. This city is a highly urbanized area which means it is a major center of business, commerce, and education. According to the 2015 census, Baguio City has a population of 345,366 within its 129 barangays.

LRM_EXPORT_43921662162046_20181030_100554554[1] — Welcome to Baguio!!!

Now, the following you’ll see here are the places and restaurants that we visited in Baguio.

BAGUIO CATHEDRAL

Location: Mt. Mary Hill, Cathedral Loop, Baguio City

Our Lady of the Atonement Cathedral or also known as Baguio Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Church located in Session Road. It is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary under the title of Our Lady of Atonement. This church was completed on year 1936. It also served as an evacuation center under the Japanese occupation during the Second World War.

TSOKOLATERIA

Location: Igorot Stairs, Upper Session Road, Baguio City

Operating Hours: 7:00 AM-10:00 PM, daily

Photo_1543744943297 — Tablea House Blends

This is a perfect place to have some hot chocolate! We tried their Tablea House Blends and it was good! Though expect the price to be a little bit pricey for a breakfast meal but I guess it was worth the penny (we didn’t try their breakfast meals, only the hot chocolate).

Blog post: Tsokolateria Baguio: Trying out their Tablea House Blends

BURNHAM PARK

Location: Jose Abad Santos Drive, Baguio City

Also known as the Heart of Baguio City. This urban park is historic because it was built by an American architecture named Daniel Burnham. It was established on August 6, 1925 and now has a total of 2,600 trees planted around the place.

BOTANICAL GARDEN

Location: 37 Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City

Operating Hours: 6:00 AM-6:00 PM, daily

This is a popular botanical garden in the City of Pines. Also known as the city’s Last Frontier. This has a variety of plants and colorful flowers with native huts around the area which is a perfect place to unwind.

WRIGHT PARK

Location: Gibraltar Road, Baguio City

Located at the eastern part of the city, this has a long reflecting pool line with pine tree and fronting the gate of the Mansion. Also one of the scenic parks in Baguio City because of its tall pine trees, colorful horses which you can ride, Igorots in their native costumes, and many more.

THE MANSION

Location: Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City

It is the official summer palace of the President of the Philippines. Its design was inspired by a Spanish Colonial Revival main building and a guest house. It was built on year 1908 by American Architect William E. Parsons.

MINES VIEW PARK

Location: Mines View, Baguio City

Operating Hours: 5:00 AM-8:00 PM, daily

It is an overlooking park located in the northeastern part of the city. This is also popular because of its commercial activities such as souvenirs and silverworks stores inside the park.

GRUMPY JOE

Location: 111 Jungle Town, Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City

Operating Hours: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM, daily

So surprised that all the food here were very affordable yet super good! I swear, I so loved all the food we got here. Really a must try!

Blog post: Grumpy Joe: A must try restaurant in Baguio

GOOD TASTE CAFE AND RESTAURANT

Location: Otek St., Baguio City

Operating Hours: 24 hours open

Another must try restaurant in Baguio. The food were all good not to mention that the price are very affordable. It looks like a huge carinderia with a second floor. Jam-packed every lunch and dinner time so make sure to come early.

COLORS OF STOBOSA

Location: La Trinidad, Benguet

It is a community artwork designed by the Tam-Awan village group and recognized as a tourist attraction in La Trinidad. They started painting it on February 2016 and inaugurated on June 23, 2016. 520 people, the residents of the three sitios (Stonehill, Botiwtiw, Sadjap) volunteered to paint the houses.

BELL CHURCH

Location: 347 Bell Church Road, La Trinidad, Benguet

It is a Chinese Temple in La Trinidad, Benguet. It was founded on August 6, 1940 by Chinese immigrants from Canton, China (now Guangzhou). An arch of orated with colorful images of dragons and Chinese inscriptions is situated at the entrance of the temple.

VIZCO’S RESTAURANT AND CAKE SHOP

Location: Session Road, Baguio City

Operating Hours: 7:00 AM-10:00 PM, Sunday to Thursday / 7:00 AM-11:00 PM, Friday and Saturday

Photo_1543745930982 — Vizco’s Restaurant and Cake Shop

A must visit dessert shop in Baguio! All the cakes here are very affordable and so good. Of course, don’t forget to try their Strawberry Shortcake!

Blog post: Must try desserts at Vizco’s Restaurant and Cake Shop

All of these places and restaurants can be made possible in only 2 days! 🙂 Hope this blog helps when planning to visit in Baguio! Enjoy and have fun. 🙂

WATCH OUR SHORT CLIP HERE!

August 24, 2019October 12, 2019

Cassalu Coffee & Kitchen: Now open in Ayala Malls Feliz

So happy to finally announced that Cassalu Coffee & Kitchen is now open inside Ayala Malls Feliz! Much nearer to our place than their main branch in Las Piñas. If you guys haven’t read it yet, I had a blog post about their branch in Las Piñas. You can read it here.

cassalu coffee & kitchen (amf) — Located at 5th floor, Ayala Malls Feliz

I loved the consistency of their interior and designs. But honestly speaking, I’m loving the vibe more at their branch in Pasig, I think it’s because of the bright lights? Hehe.

Look how instagrammable their place is! Really a must visit aside from the food.

Yes, they still have their famous frozen cheesecake on sticks located outside of the restaurant.

Photo_1543799951832 — Famous frozen cheesecake on sticks!

Have you tried it? If not yet, why take a time to read my post about their frozen cheesecake on sticks?! Read it here.

We tried their Matcha Will Keep Us Together (195 php). This is also one of their best sellers. Thought that it will be matcha all over but it wasn’t. It is a strawberry cheesecake inside. But nonetheless, it was still good!

Before I forgot, kudos to their kitchen team or chef/head team, I really loved the consistency of the food. The food that we had in their main branch were still look and tasted the same in their Pasig branch.

Here are the yummy food we got from their Pasig branch…

APPETIZERS AND MAIN DISHES

Combination of potato wedges, buffalo wings, and nachos with ranch dip, salsa, cheese sauce, and chili con carne

Crisp lettuce, carrots, crab stick, crispy wonton, diced mangoes, and shredded nori, served with Asian dressing

Photo_1543799744774 — Caesar Salad (198 php)

Crisp lettuce, parmesan cheese, bacon bits, and herbed croutons, served with Caesar salad dressing

Well-loved crispy and juicy fried chicken served with potato wedges and gravy

An extra ordinary twist on a classic Filipino delicacy perfect blending of deep flavor and spiciness

Tender, slow cooked pork belly basted with hickory smoked barbecue sauce

DRINKS AND DESSERTS

Cheesecake mixed with dulce de leche and infused with calamansi extract

Warmed brownie topped with vanilla ice cream and drizzled with chocolate and caramel syrups

Photo_1543799654814 — Tres Leches in Frappe

Still my top picks were the ORIENTAL SALAD and KALDERETA PASTA!!! Not being OA but it is really good. Super must try! YUUUUUM!

Of course, they still have the famous dozen flavor of cheesecakes (1,350 php) here in Ayala Malls Feliz.

They also have a limited edition cakes in can. Available in all their branches. Take a look of it here.

OVERALL RATING

FOOD –

PRICE –

SERVICE –

AMBIANCE –

LOCATION –

I’m really satisfied with the food here because of the consistency and also to the service of their accommodating staff. This is really one of my favorite go-to restaurant! They have all you need from appetizers up to mouth-watering desserts. Not to mention those instagrammable designs and their food also.

Contact Numbers

Mobile: 09955144686

Landline: 7513949

E-mail: cassalu@rnlfoodconcepts.ph

Operating Hours

10:00 AM-9:00 PM, Monday to Thursday

10:00 AM-10:00 PM, Friday to Sunday

Address:

5th floor, Ayala Malls Feliz, Marcos Highway, Pasig City

Social Media Accounts:

Facebook: Cassalu Coffee & Kitchen

Instagram: @cassalu_ph

WATCH OUR SHORT CLIP HERE!

August 24, 2019August 29, 2019

Balay Hilom Spa: Experience a traditional “hilot” in Katipunan

Last November 30, since it’s a holiday (Rizal Day to be exact), we decided to have some massage to release all our “lamigs” and stress from work and also to regain ourselves from all the trips and travels we had for the past few months. We paid a visit to this highly recommended spa located in Katipunan, Balay Hilom Spa.

ABOUT BALAY HILOM SPA

A local spa that is located in Katipunan, focuses on spreading indigenous traditional healing in the Philippines. Yes, they offer traditional “hilot” that came from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao as well. They also called as “House of Healing“.

Here are the services they offer:

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Upon entering to the place, you’ll immediately feel relaxed with the ambiance it gives because of the lighting they have plus the traditional background songs they are playing. They designed the whole place like a Nipa Hut or “Bahay Kubo” style. The interiors of the place are almost made from bamboo.

Also, upon seating at the lobby, they will give you a complimentary cup of tea. Well, they will ask you if you want water or tea, in my case, even though I really don’t like tea (but I love milktea, does it even makes sense? lol), I still gave it a try. And guess what? I loved their tea!!! I can drink it all day, I guess? LOL.

A brew of organic, locally sourced ingredients from a recipe passed down through generations (best served with Hilot Balay Hilom)

I super loved the taste! Not too sweet and not too bitter. Just right! It actually tastes like the syrup of taho! Or is it just me? HAHAHA.

After having a cup of tea, your feet will soaked in a warm water before the traditional hilot. Uggggh, we’re just getting started but I already feel relaxed!

We tried their signature massage which is the Hilot Balay Hilom (450 php/70 mins).

Hilot Balay Hilom – With every hagod, inat, and diin, our signature deep tissue massage increases blood circulation, improves breathing, and frees your body from lamig, helping rid you of stress and leaving you feeling revitalized.

I really loved how they press their hands into my body and break all the colds that I have. In my previous massage experience, I got bruises in my body after the massage. I got a little bit nervous thinking that I will get some again but fortunately, no bruises after the massage! They were so great! I actually slept during the massage, fyi. HAHA.

Also, I loved the smell of their spray!!! We asked them what kind of spray they are using and they only answered “peppermint spray”! Now I want to search where can I find and buy that one. LOLJK. But seriously though, I really loved the smell.

After the massage, they will ask you again if you want water or tea and ofcourse, I went for tea. Hihi.

OVERALL RATING

With the experience we had, I could really say that we had a great time at Balay Hilom Spa! Can’t wait to go back and try the other services too. And ofcourse, their Heirloom tea which I really loved. LOL.

Address

Ground floor, FBR Arcade Building, Katipunan, Quezon City

Operating Hours

1:00 PM-11:00 PM, daily

Contact Numbers

Mobile: 09275358380

E-mail: balayhilomspa@gmail.com

Social Media Account

Facebook: Balay Hilom Spa

August 24, 2019September 12, 2019

Primera Restobar: Unlimited food starts at 299 php per head

“Food tastes better when you eat it with your friends.”

Last week, me and my friends went on a Monday night out. Yea, coz Monday is the new Friday. LOLS. We paid a visit at Primera Restobar in Kamuning, Quezon City.

ABOUT PRIMERA RESTOBAR

This is the former Primera Comedya that is located in Congressional Avenue, Quezon City. Now, they are located inside Kamuning Food Trip. They are known to be the first and only unlimited restobar with entertainment.

If you’re a shy-type person, don’t worry. They still got you covered! They also have KTV rooms perfect for a fun-filled night with friends! YAY!

Photo_1544400535562 — One of their KTV rooms inside.

RATES: 150 php/minimum of 3 pax/per hour

Note: You can have a discount if you’re in a group of 8 pax and up. So what are you waiting for? Bring the barkada and have fun at Primera Restobar!

Now, let’s go to the main event…the FOOD. Yaaaaaaas.

For 299 php, you can have:

unlimited samgyupsal (with 5 pork choices and side dishes),
unlimited pasta,
unlimited rice,
unlimited wings,
unlimited coffee,
unlimited pizza OR burger, and
hot choco OR iced tea (1 round only).

Time limit: 2 hours

For 399 php, you can have:

unlimited pork samgyupsal (with 5 pork choices),
unlimited beef samgyupsal (with 3 beef choices) OR shrimp,
unlimited pasta,
unlimited rice,
unlimited wings,
unlimited coffee,
unlimited pizza OR burger, and
hot choco OR iced tea (1 round only).

Time limit: 3 hours

For 499 php, you can have:

unlimited pork samgyupsal (with 5 pork choices),
unlimited beef samgyupsal (with 3 beef choices),
unlimited shrimp,
unlimited coffee jelly,
unlimited pasta,
unlimited rice,
unlimited wings,
unlimited coffee,
unlimited pizza OR burger, and
hot choco OR iced tea (1 round only).

Time limit: 3 hours

If you want to avail unlimited drinks, additional 35 php per head.

Note: Leftover charge is 100 php per head.

Look at our food that night… So good!

My friends really enjoyed dining at Primera Restobar! Yay!

Also, they have self-service area for you to easily refill such as pasta and side dishes. Yey!!!

OVERALL RATING

Food – ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Price – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Service – ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ambiance – ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Location – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We did enjoyed spending the night here at Primera Restobar. Great and affordable food! Plus, we enjoyed the KTV rooms. I suggest everyone to try it with your barkada.

PS: Love their baby potatoes, pizza, and spaghetti. Hihi!

Contact Number:

Mobile: 09278975790/09195751144

Operating Hours:

6:00 PM-12:00 MN, Tuesday to Thursday

6:00 PM-2:00 AM, Friday and Saturday

6:00 PM-11:00 PM, Sunday

Closed every Monday

Address:

48 Kamuning Road, Quezon City (inside Kamuning Food Trip)

Social Media Accounts:

Facebook: Primera Restobar

Instagram: @primerarestobar

WATCH OUR SHORT CLIP HERE!

August 24, 2019

Preparation for “Ligligan Parul” 2018

Last November 25, Travel Itinerary Philippines, a group of travel bloggers were invited by DOT Region III and San Fernando City Tourism to conduct a Bloggers Tour regarding the upcoming Giant Lantern Festival or also known as “Ligligan Parul“.

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ABOUT LIGLIGAN PARUL

It is an annual festival held in mid-December in the City of San Fernando in Pampanga. The festival features a competition of giant lanterns. Because of the popularity of the festival, the city has been called the “Christmas Capital of the Philippines“.

ligligan parul 2018 — Photo grabbed from Google.

This festival was said started in 1904 but some say that it really began in 1908. This year, they are celebrating their 110 years of giant lantern-making excellence!

Ligligan Parul’s corresponding English word is “royal rumble” or in Tagalog, “Matira ang matibay“. – Rolando Quiambao

To start up the tour, we went first to a known lantern-making store, RolRen Lanterns and General Merchandise. This is owned by the famous lantern maker, Rolando Quiambao.

He started his small business on 1986 and selling his first “parol” for only 450 php. Now, they are making over 3,000 lanterns in a year and exporting some products to other countries. He also named as a “hall of famer” for winning in the said competition for four consecutive years in a row.

He is also the lantern maker in Brgy. Del Pilar in this year Ligligan Parul. He also explained to us the different parts of a lantern.

A parol or lantern consists of:

tambor – center part of the lantern; corrupted word of “tambol” or base drum
siko-siko – the diamond-like part edges
palimbon – came from the Kapampangan word “limbon” means procession
pontetas – came from the Kapampangan word punta” means “dulo” or outer layer

After that, we visited some barangays that will be joining the Giant Lantern Festival 2018. We paid a visit to Brgy. Del Pilar, Brgy. Sto Niño, Brgy. Telabastagan, and Brgy. San Jose.

How does a giant lantern works?

A giant lantern is controlled by a rotor, a large steel barrel. The principle of a rotor is also the same as a musical box. It has a 4-ft diameter and 6-ft in length. Every rotor needs an operator. A giant lantern needs a 2-month preparation.

There is a standard process in making a giant lantern. When they were explaining it to us, it’s kinda hard to understand. Because of that, I really admire and salute all those lantern makers in San Fernando for keeping this festival up until now.

A giant lantern approximately costs 500,000 php up to 1,000,000 php. But Mr. Quiambao said that they are not after the money, they are after the honor.

In case you are wondering, a giant lantern composed of 10,000 light bulbs and have a 20-ft diameter.

This kind of festival only shows how talented, grand, and world class the Filipinos are.

GIANT LANTERN FESTIVAL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Competition Night

December 15, 2018 – (6:00 PM, Robinsons Starmill)

Exhibition Dates

December 16-21, 2018 – 5:00 PM, Robinsons Starmills
December 22, 2018 – 7:00 PM, Telabastagan
December 23, 2018 – 7:00 PM, Greenfields Square, Sindalan
December 24, 2018 – 11:00 PM, infront of City Hall
December 25-30, 2018 – 7:00 PM, Robinsons Starmills
December 29-30, 2018 – 6:00 PM, Marquee Mall, Angeles City
January 1-2, 2019 – 7:00 PM, Robinsons Starmills

If you are looking for a tour for the upcoming Giant Lantern Festival, contact the official Manila-based tour operator partner of of Pampanga, Don’t Skip Manila.

RATE PER PAX: 2,000 php

Package Inclusions:

Transportation via chartered van
Giant Lantern Festival entrance pass
Giant Lantern Festival souvenir shirt
Lunch
CSFP Heritage Passport
Don’t Skip Manila guide

Tour Highlights:

Early dinner buffer of Heirloom Kapampangan recipes
Lantern-making workshop and factory tour
Giant Lantern Festival show

August 24, 2019

Camarines Norte: Discover Jose Panganiban and Capalonga

When I hear the word Camarines Norte, I always think of Calaguas Island. That’s actually one of my top destinations to visit here in the Philippines but I can’t always find a perfect time and sched. But last November, I got a chance to visit Camarines Norte and explore the underrated cities there…including Jose Panganiban and Capalonga.

ABOUT CAMARINES NORTE

It’s a province located in Bicol region in Luzon. Daet is the capital of Camarines Norte. The province borders Quezon to the west, Camarines Sur to the south, and the Philippine Sea to the north. If you’re coming from Manila, it’s only 6 hours away. You can ride a bus in Cubao or Pasay terminals.

Now, let’s go over to the places we visited during our Camarines Norte trip. Jose Panganiban is a 2nd-class municipality while Capalonga is a 3rd-class mucipality in the said province.

ABOUT JOSE PANGANIBAN

This is formerly known as Mambulao, it came from the word “mambulawan“, that means bountiful in gold. It became Jose Panganiban to honor Jose Maria Panganiban on December 1, 1934.

1. JSMS FARM

It is a diversified-integrated farm that is owned by Mr. Jose S. Maligat, Sr. They offer eco-tours. Just a disclaimer: This farm isn’t finished yet so don’t expect a fully-finished eco-farm already. But it is said to be a promising eco-tourism farm in the near future.

We had sugarcane drinks with passionfruit as our welcome drinks. After that, our guide roamed us around the area.

Photo_1543678885957 — Wild pig feeding her babies.

2. PAROLA ISLAND

Parola Island is said to be Camarines Norte’s pink beach. At first, I’m quite confused how it became a pink beach until I realized that the sand will only become pink when it is wet.

Photo_1543679273245 — Parola Island. Can you see the pink sand? 🙂

The island’s name came from Parola or the lighthouse that can be found in the island.

Photo_1543679006823 — Awra sa Parola! HAHA

Photo_1543679283001 — Awra sa Parola! HAHA

During our stay here, the weather was not good. Just look at the last two photos. You can see the dark clouds all over. We supposed to have our lunch in the island but because of the rain, we had our lunch inside our boat. HUHU.

Meet my fellow bloggers! Jan of Kapampangan Traveller, Bobby of Travel Tayo PH, and Kath of Tara Let’s Anywhere.

After we had our lunch, the rain stopped at last. We had a chance to enjoy the island. YEY!

3. CALALANAY ISLAND

This island is an hour away from Parola Island. This is a private island so guests need a permit before going here. Our travel agency is fortunately allowed to go here. YEY!

Photo_1543679670271 — Approaching the island.

I’m suprised and happy when we arrived the island. Look who greeted us…

We enjoyed swimming here rather than in Parola Island because of its calm water here. Maybe because it’s almost sunset when we went here.

ABOUT CAPALONGA

Its name came from the word “Apalong” who believed the first inhabitants of the city. This name came from the wild plant called “Palong Manok” that looks like a rooster’s comb.

1. SELFIE BEACH RESORT

After our island hopping, we went straight to Capalonga and spent our night at this newly-opened beach resort. Capalonga is two hours away from Jose Panganiban.

The sand here is not that inviting but its ambiance is really relaxing. You can just chill here the whole day, just like what we did. Take note that they are still under construction as they are still adding rooms and facilities in the resort.

2. CAPALONGA CITY TOUR

The next day, we decided to have a mini city tour in Capalonga. With the help of our guides from our travel agency, we got a chance to visit these places.

Shrine of the Black Nazarene

This is one of the famous tourist attractions here in the city. All devotees and pilgrims of different nationalities flock to pay homage to the miraculous image of the Black Nazarene, whose shrine is right in the town proper of Capalonga.

Capalonga Baywalk

View deck of Capalonga

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August 24, 2019October 27, 2020

Must try desserts at Vizco’s Restaurant and Cake Shop

Before we went back to Manila, we made sure that we wouldn’t miss this famous restaurant in Baguio because of their desserts that is located along Session Road, Vizco’s Restaurant and Cake Shop.

ABOUT VIZCO’S RESTAURANT AND CAKE SHOP

This restaurant and cake shop is owned by Ms. Jackie Vizcocho. It started operating on 2004. On the first year of her business, mostly her customers were family and friends. Last 2017, her restaurant became popular. It’s because all the ingredients used are fresh. This restaurant is also popular because of their mouth-watering desserts, including cakes.

Aside from cakes, they also offer pastas, pizzas, rice meals, breakfast meals, soup & salads, pastries, and beverages.

Unfortunately, didn’t had a chance to try these and their other dishes. Hopefully next time! 🙂

Now, let’s go to the main event… Our desserts!!! YUM.

Apparently, this one is their best seller here. But when the time we went there, strawberries were not in season so the strawberries were quite sour. HUHU. But still, I commend their cakes. The frosting was flavorful even the chiffon cake. But I guess this will be my top 1 if the strawberries were sweet. *sigh*

LRM_EXPORT_42282524881046_20181030_093341070-01 — Mango Cake (90 php)

For me, this is my top 1. The mangoes were sweet and it compliment the chiffon and the frosting. Did you know that this only costs 90 php?! Such a great deal. It’s already good for 2 people.

My friends knew that I’m a fan of cheesecakes, blueberry cheesecakes to be exact. I think I tasted all kinds of blueberry cheesecakes already that’s why this was just a typical cheesecake for me. But don’t get me wrong, this is also good and one of their best seller also. This is just my opinion. 🙂

UPDATE AS OF MARCH 2020!

We went back at Vizco’s last February and we tried their Strawberry Shortcake. And at last!!! The hype is real. Their Strawberry Shortcake is the best. We just had a wrong time when we went here in 2018.

We also got their best seller cheesecakes which is Oreo Overload and Blueberry Cheesecake. Again, the Blueberry Cheesecake is just a typical cheesecake for me. But the Oreo Overload wasn’t. This is the real deal! I swear! Choose this over Blueberry. It will not disappoint you, I promise.

We also tried their Red Velvet cake. Unfortunately, we didn’t like the texture of the cake. The chiffon texture almost look like brownies.

RANKING AS OF MARCH 2020

#1 STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE (125 php)

#2 OREO OVERLOAD CHEESECAKE (135 php)

#3 MANGO CAKE (95 php)

#4 BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE (135 php)

#5 RED VELVET CAKE (85 php)

In case you’ll go and visit Baguio, kindly go here at Vizco’s and try their mouth-watering desserts!

OVERALL RATING

I’m really happy because we visited this before going back to Manila. Such a perfect and literally sweet way to end our wonderful trip in Baguio. So surprised that all their cakes are very affordable yet so good. Hoping that next time I will visit Baguio, their strawberries are in season so I can try again their Strawberry Shortcake. 🙂

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Address

Session Road, Baguio City

Contact Number

Landline: (074) 4467082

Operating Hours

7:00 AM-10:00 PM, Sunday to Thursday

7:00 AM-11:00 PM, Friday and Saturday

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Facebook: Vizco’s Restaurant and Cake Shop

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August 24, 2019November 18, 2019

Grumpy Joe: A must try restaurant in Baguio

On our 1st day in Baguio, we had our lunch in one of the famous go-to restaurants in Baguio, Grumpy Joe. I really wanted to maximize our trip in Baguio that’s why I research a lot, where to go and eat, including the best restaurants in the city.

ABOUT GRUMPY JOE

It is an Italian-American food joint along Leonard Wood Road. It started operating last March, 2014. It’s also near in one of the famous restaurants in Baguio which is the 50’s Diner.

It is situated on the second floor of a commercial building. Although their place is a little bit small, it still have that relaxing ambiance inside. When we went there, it’s almost Halloween that’s why they decorated the place like these… Such a cutie!

Now, let’s go to the food! Since two of our friends already went here, they recommended the restaurant’s best sellers and it didn’t disappoint us! YUM!

Aside from these, they also have chickens, burgers, fries, mojos, salads, rice meals, frappes, desserts, etc.

MY TOP PICKS:

Aloha 5 Cheese – It will be kinda biased because I’m a cheese lover but I’m telling you, this one is really good. I can eat a box of these errday!

Spicy Seafood Pesto – I’m quite surprised with their serving. A plate is good for 2-3 pax already. This one is my fave too because duh!? It’s SPICY. Lol. But I swear, their pasta is really flavorful. You gotta try this!

OVERALL RATING

I really enjoyed dining here! All the food were good and delicious. Not to mention that all of these were very affordable and good for sharing! No wonder that they are jampacked everyday especially during lunch and dinner. JUST A TIP: Visit them during off peak hours to avoid long lines. Luckily, we went there right before lunch time. Yey!

Also, I wish they will open a branch here in Manila. I heard that they have only two branches right now. One in Baguio and the other one in La Union. Hope the owner will hear my wish/prayer. LOL.

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Address

111 Jungle Town, Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City

Contact Number

Mobile: 09159120202

Operating Hours

10:00 AM-9:00 PM, daily

Social Media Account

Facebook: Grumpy Joe

Instagram: @grumpyjoerestaurant

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