Sizzler

Sizzler is a chain of barbeque restaurant that serves Asian food. The service is fast but do not expect much when it comes to ambiance. This is the best place to visit when kids says, "Mom, I'm super hungry!". They have soups that can be served in just 3 minutes like my favorite lomi.

Chicken Barbeque with Java Rice is my ultimate Sizzler fave. My daughter, Julia, liked it the first time she tasted it. Be specific how you want your chicken done because they won't ask.

This Lomi is big enough for two to share. Juan ordered it, but because the serving is big we took it home and had it for breakfast the next day.

My son, Rafael is big on kare-kare, so he ordered it and shared it with his dad. Sizzler also serve kare-kare in half order.

All in, we paid around Php740.

Not bad for a family of 5 - two big tummies and three small ones.

Casa Armas

Casa Armas is a Filipino-Spanish dining that serves paella, tapa, seafood and the like. I'm not big on squid but the squid my friend Lyn ordered was an instant hit to everyone.

Black squid

I like that this buttered chicken comes with a lot (a lot!) of garlic. It's just so bad, I had to order 2 more cups of rice (ruined my diet!)

Buttered Chicken

This special chicken was recommended by the server. We were disappointed because it does not seem special at all. It's too oily and bland. Even the kids did not enjoy eating it. They settled for the squid.

Special Chicken

It's a consolation that they serve bread and butter before the main dish for it took almost an hour for our order to be served. The service was poor. The servers looks gloomy and were very inattentive. Probably because it was almost closing time when we arrived. Just the same, it's not supposed to be that way because we're paying customers. Good thing I was with the company of friends. We just laughed at the bad reception from Casa Armas, Podium.

In fairnesss, the ambiance of Casa Armas is great. But then again, I can't eat the ambiance. When dining out, I'd always look for the food and great service. The question now is, will I still go back at Casa Armas?

Busog-Sarap Lunch at Dampa sa Libis

Yesterday's lunch invitation brought me at Dampa Libis, located at 107 E. Rodriguez Jr., Ave., Libis. Q.C. (Telephone numbers: 637-3301. 395-5050)

I ate half of this Cream Dory with gusto because it taste so fresh I didn't have to worry about the fishy after-taste

Cream Dory in Nido sauce

Garlic Shrimp

Chopsuey

Pancit

Fresh seafood catch at its finest

For meat lovers, beef in particular, try this rib-eye with shrimp sauteed in olive oil and garlic, served with corn, broccoli, mushroom, young corn and bell pepper on the side.

Never leave Dampa sa Libis without bringing home sweet and delicious pasalubong

from Mommy's Goodies

Special Cassava Cake

Mini Ensaymada

Healthy Lunch at InterContinental Manila

At the launching of Reliv's Luna Rich product in InterContinental Hotel,

a healthy lunch was served

The taste of cured Pacific parrot fish Grave-Lax, Tagaytay mesclun salad with sun dried tomatoes reminds of tuna sandwich and potato salad that my sister-in-law used to make before she migrated in America.

Grilled chicken marinated in saffron low fat yogurt,

steamed rice and wok friend vegetables is good for those minding their cholesterol level.

This white and dark chocolate mousse cake and vanilla sponge

with mocha sauce on the side has the right mix of sweetness and bitter taste.

Alici, Anchovies, Angel's

Alici is an Italian word for anchovies, hence the name of Angel's Pizza flavor for Lent 'Alici'.

The incorporation of tomato and the black olives balances the salty taste of anchovies making this pizza a full meal for those on a one meal a day practice for the Lenten Season.

(Photo Credit: Angel's Pizza)

Big Family is at Php556, Family at Php459, and Medium at Php320

Delivery Number: 922-2222

Branches:

Makati - 920-2399

Kalayaan - 895-8888

Pasig - 667-3391

Granada, Q.C. - 661-8533

Fairview - 461-7501 to 02

Malate - 522-1935

Paranaque -788-0011 to 12

Recto - 7334946

Dagupan - (075)515-7770

Bakersfresh Box of Treats

Giving gifts to people is one serious business for me. I like to make people happy and feel special. But I can't just give a shirt or any clothes. I'm bad at getting the right size.

Bakersfresh now makes it easier for me by their box of treats.

My mother-in-law loves eating garlic bread, this one goes to her.

Cheese sticks/bread for my friends

And Chuncky Chocolate Chips for my husband and kids.

Bakersfresh has 2 branches: 5th level of Shangri-La Mall. and at SM Fairview

The White Hat Signature Drinks

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And for those who love creamy delights, there’s also the CREAMY TREATS line which has Cookies & Cream, Caramel Cream, Chocolate Cream, & Almond Cream. These fantastic blends are sure to hit the spot for a quick energy boost after a long day of frantic shopping.

Try these refreshing, creamy, satisfying yet low fat smoothies & drinks at The White Hat store nearest you!

Metro Manila Outlets:

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Provincial Outlets:
Marquee Mall, SM Pampanga, Star Green Promenade- Dagupan

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The White Hat Creamy Cioccolato!

My kids are going loco (choco loco, that is) lately. Whenever I'd go at Shangri-La Mall, they want to come with me to have The White Hat Creamy Cioccolato.

You will be given THE WHITE HAT SPOON encased in a block of premium chocolate. Then, the White Hat team will warm a cup of milk for you so you can slowly melt the chocolate into the milk and smell the rich aroma before savoring the oh-so-delicious and REAL HOT CHOCOLATE.

Bring your kids, or get yourself a cup of this comfort drink at The White Hat selected stores located at:

Metro Manila Outlets:
· Glorietta 3
· Robinson’s Place Ermita
· Robinson’s Galleria
· Rustan’s Makati
· Shangri-La Mall
· SM Fairview – Annex 2
· SM North Edsa – Annex Bldg.
· Fully Booked, Bonifacio High Street