The Heat is On!

Here's one for buffet lovers, a place for people with huge appetite, for those who want different kinds of food in one sitting (choices, choices, choices!!) For most foodies at 2,200+++ dinner cost is not an everyday dining choice, so when Sato Family invited me to have dinner with them I immediately said yes!

This Japanese family has been very nice and kind to me eversince I had their eldest son Takeshi as my student. Even if I no longer teach their son, they would always take time to meet me up once they are in Manila to keep in touch.

Heat

EDSA Shangri-la Hotel
G/F EDSA Shangri-la Hotel, 1 Garden WayWack Wack, Mandaluyong

(02) 633-8888 loc 2740 or 2741

It was certainly a feast for the eyes. Food was well-executed and tasted as delightful as it was executed.  I walked around first to get a glimpse of everything before deciding which to take. I only took the ones that seemed really appealing and gave up those that we’re already too familiar with. With the best bites,I left satisfied and definitely full.

Holy Crab!!!

Service is high-end and the ambiance in Heat is undeniably grand. With its no-nonsense decor and seemingly pedestrian menu, Food is outstandingly executed. Instrumental music fills the air while you enjoy your food

My frst plate

Here comes another one for a more sulit buffet experience. 

Heat is surely one of my best bites. Looking again at these pictures of different cuisines of food being presented makes me salivate now. 

Until our next foodtrip adventure,

Bibo

Savoring a Classic Birthday Dinner (Classic Savory)

It's Jeff's Birthday Dinner!

Special friends are a rare find, and I am glad that this guy right here is one of mine! We've been friends since college and I will never forget how kind hearted this person is especially to my sister Em. 

Happy Birthday to a friend I'll never forget!

A classic friend deserves one classic foodtrip. So here we are on our dinner at Classic Savory.

Classic Savory

Branch: SM City North EDSA
UG/F SM City North EDSA, North Ave.Sto. Cristo, Quezon City

(02) 928-3002

Our Order:

Savory Chicken (Your timeless favorite. Tender and juicy).ServingWhole 345.00

Yang Chow Fried Rice (Traditional Chinese fried rice with shrimps, minced pork, egg) 175.00

Fish Fillet with Tofu in Tausi Sauce (Pan-fried fish fillet with tofu squares in fermented black bean sauce) 195.00

Chopsuey (Classic stir-fried vegetables with meat and seafood) 175.00

Pancit Bihon Guisado (Rice vermicelli sauteed with assorted meat, seafood and vegetables) 195.00

Celebrating a milestone in his life, and just like your favorite Rihanna's song; you definitely shine bright like a diamond Jeff. haha

Settle down!

Savory’s fried chicken is such a breath of fresh air when it comes to taste, very different from the regular breaded fried chicken served at the fast food chain restos. Their chicken is marinated in a secret sauce and spices and then fried.

Our chopsuey is served hot. The crunchy veggies topped with lechon macau is delicious. It taste like the first time I ever tasted it

This has got to be my personal favorite; The fish was tender and delicious and the sauce was yummy. It was a delightful twist to the home grown favorite dish.

For long life; Pansit; though I didn't really binge on this classic favorite.

The young chow has a generous serving for two persons. I like its yellow color with its leeks as garnishing. You can feel the crispiness of its blanched carrots, green peas and scrambled egg mixed together

Ready to ATTACK!!!

Later that night, another friend and Jeff's travel-buddy Edwin joined us.

You are such a dear friend, a brother we never had, we will always make time on your special day. Another great year ahead my friend.

And as a word from my "great grandfather", Baltazar Gracian, lol "True friendship multiplies the good in life and divides its evils. Strive to have friends, for life without friends is like life on a desert island... to find one real friend in a lifetime is good fortune; to keep him is a blessing."

Until our next adventure,

Bibo

Pinoy Food Haven: Chicboy

Me-time Sunday Siesta; Foodtrip it is!!!

Chic-Boy

Boni Ave., Mandaluyong

(02) 571-3879

If you are up for a foodtrip adventure and not feeling picky about the food to eat-- then this is a place to be. Today I decided to binge on local favorites.

Here at Chicboy you get to have a feast for Filipino food. And with a budget of around 300.00, you get to enjoy a full Filipino favorite meal. Service is typical that of a fast food restaurants. And as for the food, I'd say I've had better- but hey don't get me wrong. Price is incredibly cheap. So still a great deal.

Selfie while waiting for my order

1st to be served: Softdrink in Can at 40.00

Then came my Gising-gising at 55.00

Main Course: Sizzling Bangus Belly at 120.00

And for desserts;

Special Halo-halo (75.00) and Turones con Leche (40.00).

Loaded. One full and satisfied customer here.

And yes, you get more than what you paid for. Good price. Good food. Go and visit. No regrets.

(Click this link for my previous Chicboy experience: GoodBoys at Chicboy )

Until our next foodtrip adventure,

Bibo

A Slice of Heaven: Tender Bob's

Forget about your diet...

Tender Bob's

Branch: Greenbelt 2
Ayala Center, Makati

(02) 501-3717

and have another Cheat Day.

The Menu

Our order: 

For Grunblers/Appetizer : Potato Skins Serving Original (loaded) 240.00

Soup :                                      Clam Chowder175.00

Main Course :                        US Beef Salpicao425.00

                                                    Sizzling Salibury Steak 235.00

                                                    US Angus Ribeye Steaks (ServingHungry - 6oz.) 590.00

You may find the price a bit expensive at first but it's pretty much reasonable since the serving is generous. Even though I didn't order the expensive U.S. steak (my friend did-- and had it at medium rare upon my suggestion, hahaha, the cut was good enough for two, this is already a good deal for a price of a little less than 600.00 compared to other steakhouse restos), I was very happy with the Sizzling Salisbury Steak that I got. It was tender and tasty and the portion was also generous. The sauce on the side was also nice and salty. Even the corn and other vegetables were good. The potato skin as our appetizer is just perfect for the main course. We also ordered an all-time favorite Beef Salpicao for sharing ( I was more into the rice of the meal because I figured a cup wouldn't be enough for this binge.

They didn't seem to have enough waiters though for the size of the place.

Overall, I enjoyed the experience and I look forward to going back with my family and friends.
 

Waiting for my order. Just another Binge-eating moment!

I totally loved this appetizer, I was so stuffed that my tummy is full even before my Salisbury Steak Meal was served.

A must-try: Mango Shake

So if you have a little budget to spend for some nice steak, this place is worth checking out.

Until our next foodtrip adventure,

Bibo

Taste of Japan: Shinjuku

A rule of thumb to know if the place serves authentic cuisine is if the place is packed with locals from that country. And I am seeing a lot of Japanese people eating here on my three times of visiting this restaurant.

Shinjuku Ramen House

Branch:Pasong Tamo
2277 Chino Roces Ave.Legazpi Village, Makati

(02) 819-1242

I was starving when I walked in this restaurant on this particular night. I just finished watching a movie in Greenbelt and I knew I was craving for Japanese food. 

I think we were the last guests to be accommodated before closing so waiters acted fast to serve and were knowledgeable of their menu when asked what are the most recommended food in the menu. They were very attentive to my needs. I didn't wait long for that delicious Japanese food.

SLUSH Iced Tea at 85.00

Their gyoza here is really good and I can really tell the difference because I tried many Japanese restos here in Manila: crunchy, freshly-cooked and one can actually taste the filling instead of just being overpowered by the flavor, or non-flavor of the cooking oil. (6pcs at 270.00)  paired with Oyakodon (Rice toppings chicken breast fillet with special egg sauce on top) at 340.00

It is not an exaggeration to say that by far the best shrimp tempura I have tasted. Very refine and not greasy. (Priced at 345.00 )

It was the perfect place and the best treat to silence my grumbling stomach!!!

Until our next foodtrip adventure,

Bibo

The Ultimate Birthday Feast (Vikings Luxury Buffet)

The largest buffet restaurant in the country and the venue of my dear friend's Raymie's birthday (who happens to work as a Dining Manager of this restaurant)-- Vikings.

Vikings Luxury Buffet
Bldg. B, By the Bay, Seaside Blvd., SM Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
for reservations: 846-3888, 846-4888, 846-5888

Eversince its launching in the Metro, Vikings Buffet is always jampacked during dinner and weekends; and if you’re a big group, you may have difficulty getting a table, good thing the birthday celebrator is the dining manager of this area and we were treated pretty well.

"Vikings luxury-buffet restaurant is stylish, relaxed and fun; it overlooks the majestic Manila Bay through vast conservatory-like windows. The first of its kind in the Philippines, the tasteful 600-seater dining room, possess well appointed details, comfortable dining nooks while incorporating several live-action-cooking stations and a level of food quality beyond buffet expectations; from prime seafood to prime rib, gourmet pizzas to local favorites and freshly made stir-fried options thrown in; truly an epicurean epiphany."

Buckle your seat belt. It’s time to take your palate for one heck of a ride. 

Reunited with my The Bridge colleagues Raymie (who now works for Vikings) and Chesca (who works now as a Researcher in GMA7)

with her boyfriend Zed

Vikings has several food stations which include the appetizer and salad station, the Asian row, the Western and Mediterranean station and the dessert station. Raymie here at the dessert Station

Goodtimes with the birthday girl who uses "babe" as an endearment when we were still workmates, and until now we still call each other as such

A Fresh Sushi Station. Vikings Buffet have such a wide assortment of sushi 

And for the class picture, hahaha. It's the celebrator and her guests.

It's all worth doing the experience if you can spare PhP1000+++ for dinner; trust me- it's money worth spending at Vikings (though i didn't feel any damage on my budget since it's a birthday treat. haha)

All in all, I finished three plates. And thank God for this occassion, I tried the over-rated CAVIAR (-- this once exclusive luxury reserved only for the upper echelons of society is part of their appetizers). Though I didn't feel it special maybe my taste bud is not meant for it. hahaha

If you want a Birthday to remember, then Vikings is the place to be. You'll surely give a royalty treatment for your guests-- and yes; I feel like a king in Vikings.

Until our next foodtrip adventure (and more buffet experience),

Bibo