Posted by: jakespeed in: ● January 30, 2012
The Go-To Fancy Restaurant January 30, 2012 Ever wondered what restaurant to bring your foreigner friends on their first visit to Manila or even where to impress your date for a delightful dinner? Better yet, at what place would a discriminating blogger like Velvet Touch regale fellow bloggers Jakespeed and Lemon Camomile to a repast worth [...]
Posted by: velvet touch in: ● January 8, 2012
You Won’t Go Hungry in Cebu January 9, 2012 Here are five choices to satisfy your insatiable appetites in Cebu City.
Posted by: jakespeed in: ● May 24, 2011
Arrivederci! May 24, 2011 If you hanker for authentic Italian food and want to impress your date, then Ristorante Bologna in Level 4 of the Marina Mandarin is a good option. This fine-dining restaurant, which opened in 1987, is helmed by acclaimed Italian chef, Carlo Marengoni.
Posted by: velvet touch in: ● May 22, 2011
Laksa Made Well May 23, 2011 Fond of Laksa but too pricey to fly to Katong, Singapore and have the original? Tao Yuan offers a delightful Laksa experience in our own backyard.
Posted by: jakespeed in: ● April 21, 2011
Katong Laksa – A Must Try! April 21, 2011 Laksa is one Singaporean dish that appeals to me. Those thick rice noodles in a rich broth with hints of ginger and lemongrass never fails to disappoint. I must admit that I only get to eat them whenever I am in Katong. In fact, Katong Laksa [...]
Posted by: velvet touch in: ● April 20, 2011
Welcome to Balanga City April 20, 2011 There are two decent dining options in Bataan. Both are in the capital, Balanga City. I recommend Dayrit’s Kitchen and Grill and the coffee shop at the Crown Royale Hotel.
Posted by: velvet touch in: ● April 7, 2011
The Fukushima Threat on Japanese Chocolates April 7, 2011 I visited two stores selling Nama Chocolates in Manila in the aftermath of the radiation scare in Japan. I was particularly interested in which part of Japan they source their chocolates. Here is what I found out.
Posted by: velvet touch in: ● March 31, 2011
The Best Gas Station Along North-bound NLEX March 31, 2011 Gas stations along expressways are natural pit-stops. Arguably the best gas station along NLEX going up north is Shell near the Tabang Exit. Why? The food choices are the most extensive among all north-bound gas stations, plus there is the bonus of squeaky clean restrooms.
Posted by: velvet touch in: ● March 27, 2011
Kids Rule At Italianni’s Nuvali March 27, 2011 Getting a freebie once in a while with no catch is a welcome relief. Italianni’s promo, “Kids Eat Free on Weekends,” is an offer worth grabbing.
Posted by: jakespeed in: ● March 8, 2011
With The King, You Can March 8, 2011 Not to be outdone, Burger King will launch its one-day promo, dubbed as, ‘Make It Even Better With The King’, where you can avail of their TenderGrill Chicken for just 1 SGD (34PHP, .80USD) on March 10. The TenderGrill Chicken is similar to that of the Teppanyaki [...]