Craving for a new taste of coffee, milk tea, and fruit teas? Our new buddies are brewing something!
The Brewed Buddies with over 14 branches and still counting relaunched its door to Marikeños last October 16, 2022 at the second level of SM City Marikina.
Watch our short clip here:
The launch was very festive and joyous. They have electrifying dancers, Frenz Dance Company, that gave a K-pop vibe to customers and artist like Inah De Belen and TikTok influencer Aliyah Serrano who fondly took pictures with fans and customers.
And because it was their launch, all drinks were Buy 1 Get 1 on that day, giving pride to their Sagada coffee beans.
We did not waste any of our time and ordered drinks on our preferences.
Caramel Machiatto
This is great! You can taste the abundance of caramel blending with the strong taste of coffee. The blend was spot-on, temperature and flavor-wise.
Brown Sugar Latte
You can taste the brown sugar all over with the mixture of latte giving off a pleasant sweet-smooth taste, not to mention their well-cooked pearls.
Blueberry Burst
The richness and the freshness of this drink will make you come back. The sting of the sourness of blueberry cuts through the sweet taste making it a good quality mix.
Mochaccino Frappe
Coffee once again, but this time has a dominant sweet taste. The combination of mocha and cappuccino makes the right amount of coffee flavor blend with the sweetness.
Now is the chance to visit The Brewed Buddies and grab your choice of drinks now.
The place has a very rustic vibe with its wooden interior, played with oil-based painting on walls as you walk up their stairs.
Also, they have an alfresco place just beside the main store that has a classic stall-like long table made by a wooden plank where you can enjoy coffee outdoor while watching the sun goes down.
PRO TIP: Please do stay a little longer ’til the darkness of the night engulfs the sky where the store lights would lit up the place to a more soothing vibe!
All their beverages and snacks gave off a taste of decadence and quality. We’ve ordered the following food and drinks:
Fresh Tomato and Basil Pasta (290 PHP)
Al dente pasta and the basic harmony of tomato and basil make a very good comforting food.
Spanish Sardines Pasta (330 PHP)
A taste of good Spanish sardines partnered with pasta. The strong flavor of Spanish sardines blends well with the al dente pasta.
Smashed Burger (275 PHP)
Packed with juiciness and beef tenderness, this classic cheeseburger with fries has a rich and meaty flavor that all of us love!
Chicken Pesto Panini Sandwich (285 PHP)
The great pesto taste. The flavor of the pesto harmonized well with the freshness of tomatoes and the soft crunch of the sandwich. A play with texture and taste!
Iced Horchata (190 PHP)
A drink that comes from rice combined with cinnamon and a cinnamon stick on top. A refreshing way to quench anyone’s thirst. The aroma of cinnamon kicks in every time you sip it.
Iced Spanish Latte (160 PHP)
Not that sweet and has the strong taste of coffee, which we loved personally.
Iced Dirty Matcha (185 PHP)
Coffee, milk, and matcha in one satisfying blend. It’s clean we assure you and has the balance of the sweet-strong taste of matcha that will wake you up.
Kiwi Lemonade (185 PHP)
A refreshing way to cap things off. Great mixture of sourness and sweetness.
Cookies and Cream Blended Frappe (195 PHP)
The classic and the “I can drink this all day” drink will surely get your sweet tooth craving for more.
Via private transport: Simply search “Feynman Coffee” on Waze and/or Google Maps.
Via public transport: Take a G-liner bus along Ortigas Avenue Extension enroute to Taytay, Rizal. Alight at Tikling, Taytay. From there, take a tricycle to Feynman Coffee.
Craving for unique cuisines but too busy to visit a restaurant?
Introducing Kitchen Hero, a cloud kitchen that lets you order from various restaurants prepared in 1 kitchen. With multiple restaurants to choose from, in-house and friendly riders (partnered with Dingdong PH for lower rates), convenient and contactless payment, and most significantly, they help and support local businesses that offer unique cuisines for everyone to enjoy.
Once registered, look for the menu and choose from their partnered restaurants.
Order food and/or drinks from your chosen restaurants.
Click the carticonin the upper right corner of the screen to check the total amount and delivery fee.
Fill out your delivery details.
Choose your mode of payment and then checkout.
We’ve tried a few restaurants to order food from Kitchen Hero.
From entreé to desserts, they have it all! A very user-friendly access to your cravings.
Upon receiving your orders, they will prepare all of your orders in their cloud kitchen to make it easier and faster for pick-up and delivery. Because of this, you will only pay 1 delivery fee, a super convenient and practical way to enjoy your purchase.
They also have good chefs to prepare your food, so rest assured that the quality of the food is exactly what you wanted it.
You will surely enjoy your money’s worth. After the preparation, they will pack it in secured containers and put it in a paper bag. They will place your orders in an insulated bag to preserve the heat of the food. And just like that, they will deliver it with care and bring it to you in good quality and taste.
HERE’S WHAT WE GOT!
The famous Big Bowl Tapa of Tagpuan, with its tender, well-seasoned, and marinated beef, partnered with egg and garlic rice, is truly a staple food and has good harmony of flavor.
The Tonkatsu of Ebi Ko is crunchy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside. Not that salty, complete with its side dishes. Simply delicious!
The patty of Black Burger from Family Bean Cafe has concealed its juices until you bite it with fresh veggies. A refreshing and meaty taste with onions that cut through the richness of the beef. Perfect!
We also tried Callos of Hola, which has the tender and soft ox tripe blended with its savory sauce. A perfect blend of taste and texture. Next is their Carbonara with the fresh and creamy taste of its sauce, a go-to food for everyone.
Dingras Empanada is fully packed with meat and protein, a good taste of the classic dish.
To cap it all, the Revel Bar of Delicious Mess is not that sweet but a highly addictive kick of chocolate, combined with the soft crunch will surely be loved by your palate.
WATCH OUR SHORT CLIP HERE:
OVERALL RATING
The process, delivery, and food were great and has the highest quality because of the idea of a cloud kitchen. So what are you waiting for? Create an account and order food now at Kitchen Hero!
Our elevation must be the result of self-efforts and work of our own hands.
– Martin Delany
This place in Taguig reminds us of this quote and as we walk toward the roof, where the restaurant is, you’ll end up at a simple place but a homey and welcoming kind of simple cafe named D’ Busy Bean Coffee House. They offer good food and a view of the Metro as we always know; raw, no filter, and depicting the everyday life of everyone.
Here, you can calmly sip your coffee while watching flying planes from a nearby airport. The elevation of the place brings a chill vibe. Of course, since it’s located on top of the CPG Estate Building, you need to go upstairs. There is no elevator inside the building so ready your feet.
We tried some of the classic dishes at D’ Busy Bean Coffee House, and here is our verdict:
EL ARRABIATA
It’s not your ordinary pasta. It has a savory and a little bit sour taste to it, cutting the richness of the sauce that has sausages and ground beef. A perfect pasta indeed!
289 PHP; good for sharing
CHICKEN ALFREDO
It is composed of creamy white sauce and a generous amount of parmesan cheese. A good combination of creamy and salty taste.
289 PHP; good for sharing
FRUTTI DE MARE
Fresh seafood plus the al dente noodles, sautéed with olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper topped with parmesan cheese. A simple and homey dish.
289 PHP; good for sharing
HAWAIIAN PIZZA
Nothing beats a classic Hawaiian pizza. We loved how soft the crust is. Of course, the controversial pineapple on pizza! Are you a Hawaiian fan or not? Whether the answer is a yes or no, you must try this pizza.
289 PHP; good for 2-4 persons
PEPPERONI PIZZA
Another pizza flavor recommendation to try at D’ Busy Bean Coffee House. This pizza is flavorful. Again, the crust is soft, maybe because it is a hand-tossed pizza.
289 PHP; good for 2-4 persons
BEEF CALDERETA
Their take on a classic dish had a good combination of the meaty and savory taste of all the ingredients that include chunks of beef and vegetables such as potatoes and carrots. It has a well-balanced flavor that will captivate your palate.
399 PHP
BEEF KARE-KARE
Peanut buttery good! Savory sauce blended with beef and ox tail makes the perfect harmony of flavors not to mention the taste of bagoong that goes well with this dish. Will definitely visit their place again for this dish. One of our top picks!
349 PHP
CALAMARES
Crunchy with the soft meat of squid goes well with their vinegar and chili dip. A nice way to spice up your appetite.
Of course, it is not called a coffee house without coffee and pastries! Let’s go with the desserts!
We had the opportunity to taste their different kinds of coffee blends, such as frappes and lattes. Overall, their coffee are not sweet and has a kicking taste of the brewed coffee and is not overpowered by milk.
They also have cheesecakes and leche flan that we tried for dessert, a good ending for their mouthwatering dishes.
Blueberry Cheesecake (199 PHP)
Leche Flan (199 PHP)
More than a combination of a good relaxing spot and delicious set of food, this place is a story of success. The depiction of how striving hard will never go to waste and will get you to a good place—wondering what we meant? Visit their place and know it first hand.
All of what’s going on right now; the noise, the stress, and the pressure took a toll on us and we all deserve a break from things that are breaking us from the inside.
Luckily, we have found a place where you can rest and leave your worries behind even for just a while.
Kamp Lema is a good place to pitch a tent and appreciate the beauty of nature. Their rate starts at 100 PHP only. This is good for daytour (8 AM to 4 PM). If you want to maximize your stay, we made a list of what you can do at Kamp Lema.
1. ENJOY THEIR UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION
You can rent an already pitched tent with a roof made out of Nipa leaves. Check-in time is 3 PM and check-out time is 12 NN.
INCLUSION OF TENT HOUSE (900 PHP):
Entrance fee
Good for 2 persons (200 PHP per additional person)
With mattress, 2 pillows, and table and chairs
Aside from the usual tents, they also have the A-Habs made out of concrete for a more convenient stay.
INCLUSION OF A-HABS (2,500 PHP):
Entrance fee
Good for 3 to 4 persons
With mattress, 2 pillows, table and chairs, electric fan, own balcony, and view deck
Complimentary breakfast for 2 persons
They will also open another accommodation, which is the A-House. It is a concrete house that is perfect for big groups. It can accommodate 5 to 10 persons with its own television, aircon, and comfort room. With its grand view of nature, it’s a perfect spot for relaxation. We’re very excited to see its final look.
NOTE: There is no private comfort room at the moment. They only have common and shared bathrooms.
2. RELAX AND UNWIND
Kamp Lema offers a great place to unwind, reflect, or just simply rest. It’s a non-wifi-zone so be ready to not read your e-mails or scroll on your social media accounts. Just appreciate nature at its finest.
UPDATE: They’re applying for a wifi connection for convenience. We hope that it will not spoil the tranquility of the place.
3. SWIM AT THEIR NATURAL POOL
After 137 steps downhill, you will arrive at their natural pool where the water came from the mountains of Quezon. A cool and relaxing feeling that soothes the body with calmness. A cold feeling that brings life into your senses.
4. APPRECIATE THE NATURE
Because of its altitude, each visitors are in for a treat of the breathtaking view of trees and mountains amplified by the cool weather and the fog that is caused by the passing of cold air over moist land. Baguio vibes indeed that’s why some people called the place “Little Baguio”.
5. DON’T FORGET TO EAT
No one can’t deny the fact that a good stay comes with good food at Kamp Lema.
They prepare food upon customers’ order/request. We tried their Bulalo and pancit for dinner. A heartwarming food to enjoy while in contrast with the cool breeze of the night. Also, they have breakfast to welcome you as you wake up, but make sure to make an advance order for it. No one beats good food and a good place. Breakfast starts at 7 AM. For the breakfast, they offer “silog meals” with a cup of brewed coffee.
You can eat inside their pavilion, which is also open for mini program/gathering. The rate is 2,000 PHP for exclusive use.
6. ENJOY THE BONFIRE
At night, if the weather permits, all guests gather to see the bunch of dried branches of wood set ablaze while drinking coffee and/or local beers, eating snacks, or just talking with each other. It’s a perfect spot to feel the warmth from the bonfire while it illuminates the place filled with laughs and conversation as the night goes deeper.
7. PITCH A TENT
Go and become one with nature by pitching a tent and appreciate what it’s like to have exactly what you needed yet, contented and grateful to have an exceeding beautiful view.
They also offer tent pitching inside the place, and the rates are as follows:
Standard Tent: 250 PHP per person
Family Tent: 300 PHP per person
8. TAKE GOOD PICTURES
Don’t forget to make the most out of your visit and take pictures to your heart’s content, surely it will be a stay to remember.
9. RENT THE PLACE FOR SPECIAL EVENTS
They are open for team buildings, family gatherings, reunions, birthdays, prenups, and weddings. They also offer EXCLUSIVE BOOKING of the whole place. Just inquire on their Facebook page.
HOW TO GO HERE?
It’s better to take the Rizal route. Manila to Tanay going to Sta. Maria, Laguna all the way to Brgy. Bagong Silang, Real, Quezon. The alternate route will be from Manila to Sta. Cruz, Laguna going to Siniloan. From Siniloan to Sta. Maria, Laguna to Real, Quezon. For commuters, you can opt to take either way, take note that you can only commute until Sta. Maria, Laguna. But don’t worry, Kamp Lema will fetch you at Sta. Maria Municipal Hall.
VIA PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:
From Manila, take a UV at Starmall EDSA going to Tanay, Rizal. From Tanay, take a jeepney going to Siniloan terminal. Upon arrival at Siniloan, take a tricycle going to Sta. Maria Municipal Hall and wait for Kamp Lema’s service to arrive and fetch you. The estimated travel time is about 3 to 4 hours depending on the road condition.
To those of you who seek a peaceful weekend or any day to calm and relax, visit Kamp Lema. We can only say so much about this place. Experience and know what we meant!
For those who don’t know what halo-halo is, it’s a dessert widely known here in the Philippines.
It is composed of crushed or shaved ice, bananas, langka, pinipig, ube, leche flan, macapuno, and different kinds of beans with a dash of milk. It is derived from the Japanese Kakigori dessert. This kind of dessert was traced way back to when Japanese migrants came here to the Philippines around 1920-1930.
Halo-halo came a long way up to this day, and Bebang’s Halo-Halo is one of the standouts when it comes to tirelessly reinventing the dessert that all of us loved.
Complete with their different variations of the renowned dessert, Bebang’s Halo-Halo has its unique way of delivering their halo-halo with an insulation bag filled with ice so the quality of the product will not be compromised and will be delivered to their customers just like how they wanted it to be served, cold and compact! Customers truly will experience high-quality halo-halo.
We tried some of their variants and it was great! Let us share it with you!
Halukay Ube (158 PHP)
A nice treat to every ube halaya lover. Sweet, but not that sweet, and has a good aroma brought by the banana cinnamon. Also, the pandan jelly brought a higher notch of playful texture with its soft and slurpy nature with the combination of special macapuno that gives off an ube-macapuno treat!
A take on the classic fruit and biscuit combination that is included in every occasion and feast. A nostalgic treat that goes well with frozen milk.
Complete composition: frozen milk, leche flan, pandan jelly, caramel syrup, fresh mango, and crushed graham
Halo-Halo Presidential (168 PHP)
With all the good stuff and all its flavors bursting in your mouth truly, it stands proud to its name, a delegate of texture and taste with the combination of nata, sago, and langka that creates a surprise with every bite.
This is their version of the traditional halo-halo. A great way to taste history and be amazed at how a simple dessert can be an unforgettable experience by using premium and quality ingredients.
It’s the most unique and well-reinvented halo-halo we’ve tasted. With an amazing 24 karat edible gold, eat like a king and queen with the combination of every premium ingredient like strawberry that gives a fresh, sweet taste partnered with blueberry that gives a zing to its predictable sweetness, added with pistachio and cashew, indeed, it’s a great play of texture. As you scoop from the bottom to the top, all flavors mixing up with the mallows underneath the edible gold finishing up with the latter is an extreme harmony of pure decadence, no wonder that even with its pricey cost, its always on the hunt and always sold out for foodies just like us. PS: It also comes with a golden spoon!
If you haven’t tried this yet, you better go get your phone and call them for delivery and we bet that your halo-halo experience will never be the same.
Premier the Samgyupsal got its prestige from the quality of food and service. From its first branch in Tomas Morato now bringing good services to Malolos, Bulacan.
Known for its premium and quality serving of meat and side dishes, which includes marinated pork, beef, and chicken that adds more flavor to its good smokey taste.
Another good thing since it’s a buffet set-up, you can go to their food counter and take as many side dishes as you can. It includes Korean fried chicken, japchae, fishcake, kimchi, and many more!
Not only that, they also have a shabu-shabu set for everyone to enjoy. Especially for a rainy season like now, a shabu-shabu is truly perfect comfort food.
With its complete set of seafood and meat, with kani and sotanghon noodles and veggies pouring into a boiling savory broth, truly an awesome way to experience a flavorful self-made soup.
Want to try this amazing combination? Premier the Samgyupsal is located at Kapitolyo, Malolos, Bulacan. You can search Yellow Cab Capitol Malolos as the landmark.
They offer the following promos so you don’t wanna miss out:
UNLI MIX BBQ ONLY (regular price is 688 PHP)
598 PHP – all-day promo
548 PHP – lunch promo
550 PHP – for senior
UNLI MIX BBQ AND SHABU-SHABU (regular price is 850 PHP)
698 PHP – all-day promo
680 PHP – for senior
They are open from 11AM to 11PM daily. For now, they only accept cash for payment. So what are you waiting for?! Visit them now!
Cavinti Laguna has more to offer! After the success of the BLOC Campsite and Farm T-House, Tiny-Houses gave birth to yet another aesthetic structure in Cavinti Laguna.
This new attraction is called the Rest T-House. A product of good architecture that is composed of multi-leveled rooms with dipping pools. One is higher than the other from front rooms to rear rooms for visitors to appreciate and enjoy the beauty of Sierra Lake.
Each room has its own dipping pool. A good breather from the usual Airbnb set-up. Complete with sofa bed, an aircon (by request), electric fan, comfort room, and kitchen. Surely you will not be lacking in amenities. Since Rest T-House has multi-leveled rooms, some rooms are loft type and perfect for a group of 4 persons at most.
They also have a griller located at the bottom of each room, so you can bring food without a corkage fee! Plus, you don’t have to worry about breakfast meals since they have their own menu for breakfast!
They also set up a bonfire at exactly 8 PM. A nice ambiance to talk and laugh with friends, family, and loved ones while drinking beer and enjoying the night sky and the calm vibe of the place.
Inside this mini village sits perfectly the Bloc Bistro Bar, where live bands perform and do different activities such as darts, chess, billiards, and table tennis. But as of the moment, it is only available for reservation and soon they plan to open it for every walk-in guest.
The check-in time is 3 PM and the check-out time is 11 AM. You can also ask for assistance if you want to go to BLOC Campsite since Rest T-House and BLOC Campsite are near to each other. This place is highly recommended if you want to unwind, breathe fresh air, and enjoy a vivid new look at the glamping experience here in Cavinti, Laguna!
Watch our vlog here:
HOW TO GET THERE?
VIA PRIVATE TRANSPORT
Just simply search “Bloc Campsite” on Google Maps and Waze.
VIA PUBLIC TRANSPORT
From Manila, you may take a ride at HM Transport bus terminal located in EDSA at the back of Mang Inasal or Monte De Piedad St. or with LLI bus terminal in PITX bound to Sta Cruz, Laguna. When you arrived in Sta. Cruz bus terminal, ride a tricycle going to Cavinti terminal, their landmark is Puregold Bayan. This is a much better option than waiting for jeepneys going to Cavinti in front of the bus terminal because the jeepneys are always full. At Cavinti jeepney terminal, ask the driver to drop you off at Brgy. Bukal. Once you arrived at Brgy. Bukal, ride a tricycle going to BLOC Campsite, surely a long trip but worth every ride!
Eat the meat straight from the Farm! Watch our vlog here:
Farmhaus is a steakhouse restaurant located in Tondo, Manila. They serve different kinds of steak at an affordable price, making sure that every customer gets a taste of that fresh and smokey taste without getting broke.
The restaurant has this probinsya vibe with its simple but homey interior from wooden dine-in set up to their swing-type chairs with tables partnered with plants hanging from the ceiling and walls.
From simplicity, we get to taste what they take pride of!
AUSTRALIAN T-BONE (279 PHP)
With its tender meat and smokey grilled taste, it’s definitely the dish you would come back for. Also, the gravy amplifies the flavors of the steak.
NORA’S STRIP STEAK (149 PHP)
Good strips of meat, not flakey, and definitely not overcooked. This steak has a sweet and smokey flavor poured with a generous amount of gravy.
SIZZLING SINIGANG NA LIEMPO (149 PHP)
This dish will awaken the curious cat in you. Sizzling Sinigang na Liempo is composed of thin strips of liempo, veggies, and a dash of the sour-tasting gravy that resembles the taste of sinigang!
TERIYAKI SALMON BELLY (129 PHP)
A fresh and flavorful version of Teriyaki. A sweet and savory taste is brought by the teriyaki sauce and sprinkles of sesame seed. The salmon’s freshness and the rich sauce flavor blend well with each other, making the dish one of the favorites.
INIHAW NA LIEMPO KARE-KARE (179 PHP)
It doesn’t end with sinigang, grilled liempo for Kare-Kare? Why not?! Complete with veggies and the thick and rich flavor of Kare-Kare sauce, it gives off a familiar taste with the sting of grilled-smokey flavor. A rich blend that you will never get enough off.
CHICKEN STEAK INASAL (109 PHP)
Who doesn’t love inasal? A well-known dish that’s on par with any flagship inasal. Chicken oil? They definitely have their own.
EL NIDO PORK CHOPS (129 PHP)
An exciting dish where you can pour the gravy on the sizzling plate as it sizzles with flavor. Tender and full of grilled-smokey flavor. It’s a must try!
These are all part of their affordable menu. Want to try something else? They also have Burger Steak, Hungarian Sausage, and Angus Steak! Come and visit their place located at 2025 Velasquez cor. Malvar street, Tondo, Manila (Near EasyDay Shop).
The FARMHAUS stands humble and proud to those who want to taste a classic yet affordable premium steak within reach.
Parties are back! Kudos for almost 3 years of patience and to reward the sacrifices, why not sail your party vibe with Aria Gastropub?
Aria Gastropub is a beach-themed restobar on the rooftop of TRX Building located at Congressional Avenue. With its overlooking view of Quezon City’s skyline partnered with the nice place and set of good food, Aria is a go-to place for everyone.
It’s an instagrammable place that is open from 5PM-2AM, a perfect time to witness the beautiful sunset, and the best part of it is eating while watching the sun slowly go down, and gradually, Aria’s lively lights fill up the night. The food they serve are definitely a good combination with the place.
Mushroom Fritters
It is a crispy version of fried mushroom perfect with its dip of vinegar and ketchup.
Spam Fries
A very widely known hack for spam lovers has found its way to the menu of Aria Gastropub. The spam has a rich flavor of meat, coated with bread crumbs, and the choice of your dip makes the difference!
New York’s Finest Pizza
Who’s gonna say no to pizza? Aria Gastropub’s pizza topped with pepperoni, olives, and bell pepper is as simple as its toppings, yet the freshness and taste make a wonderful blend.
Baked Scallops
The cheese of these freshly baked scallops gives off an addicting taste to this special dish.
Bulalo Steak
The tenderness of the meat plus its flavorful gravy compliments well with each other. Served with rice and mixed vegetables, definitely, a must try.
Crispy Pata
Crunchy skin, tender meat, and their 2-sauce combo will definitely make this dish the core of your orders. The sauces are sweet soy sauce and a thick sauce gravy-like dip with a sweet and spicy taste.
Always save room for dessert so we’ve tasted 3 of Arias’ desserts.
Churros
A classic dessert from Spain. Aria Gastropub’s version of churros is thin and not oily perfect with its chocolate dip.
Fried Ice Cream
Cold yet fried ice cream covered with caramel crunch. A sweet and salty taste dessert that is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Mango Peanut Crepe
Another dessert topped with vanilla ice cream. Brings a fresh taste with its mangoes and the texture of peanuts that come with a crepe.
They also have refreshing beverages such as Lemonade and Red Blitz Iced Tea.
Of course, Aria Gastropub wouldn’t be complete without refreshing cocktails and alcohol. They served us a refreshing Tequilla Sunrise and a sweet combination of chocolate and alcohol in the form of Mudslide.
They also have a VIP room wherein you can rent for 9 hours for only 15,000 PHP as a consumable.
Planning to unwind and get the most out of your weekend relaxation? Visit Aria Gastropub now! A great vibe in the middle of the busy city!
