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Cafe Juanita, Pasig City, Metro Manila

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 [...]

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Where to Eat in Cebu City

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.

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Ristorante Bologna, Marina Mandarin, Singapore

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.

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Getting High on Laksa at Tao Yuan

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.

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Famous 49 Katong Laksa, Katong, Singapore

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 [...]

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Where to Eat in Bataan

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.

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The Fukushima Threat on Japanese Chocolates

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.

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The Best Gas Station Along North-bound NLEX

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.

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“Kids Eat Free on Weekends” at Italianni’s Nuvali

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.

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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 [...]

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