Pizza Afternoon at Motorino Pizza, Greenbelt 3, Makati Philippines

Having had the chance to try Neapolitan pizza & loving it, I was really excited about eating at Motorino. ;)

This used to be a different Italian restaurant. Hmmmm.. that seems to be the trend for this specific space in Greenbelt.  

Loved how the shiny ceiling & red lights connects with the wall painting; it makes you feel like you're really driving on the bridge. ;)

If you aren't into all that stainless, they have this booth. Here they keep it simple & woodsy. 

The HUGE oven where all the pizza magic happens! ;)

Peking Duck Night at The Eight by Choi, Greenbelt 2, Makati Philippines

It's another Sunday dinner out with Hubby's family. This time, we were going to try out the newly opened restaurant of Choi Garden in Greenbelt. Welcome to The Eight by Choi.

These fancy fixtures of hanging fishes, complete with bubbles, were eye-catching.

With high back chairs and bishop hat-shaped table napkins, its going to be a night of fine dining. And for that special occasion, you can request their red-on-red table setting as pictured above.

For tonight, reservations were made for a private room.

Here's what we had for dinner.

Instead of the usual peanuts for appetizer, they served this.

Doesn't this remind you of the Filipino Lechon Kawali? In Chinese restaurants, they call this Lechon Macau and serve it with a side of spicy yellow mustard. The 8 by Choi's version was not bad; with its crunchy skin and tender & juicy meat. Definitely a nice start to our meal. ;)   

XO Radish Cake Large (Php 900)

A must-try, the cubed radish is really soft & squishy on the inside, just the way I like it. The chopped veggies & slivers of meat made it a complete meal. 

Shrimps Ahoy at Bubba Gump, Greenbelt 3 Makati City

While walking around Greenbelt at 8:30 in the evening, hunger struck. We couldn't decide on where to eat when we remembered that we haven't been back to Bubba Gump for the longest time. Shrimps & Southern Fried Chicken memories soon led us to Forrest's food haunt.

Nothing changed! From the movie memorabilia to the "flip-it" Stop and Run Sign, everything was just like the first time we walked in. 

Non-Crazy Day at Krazy Garlik, Greenbelt 5, Makati

Been seeing people posting about this restaurant in my FB feed for weeks now. After doing errands at Greenbelt. we decided to try & see for ourselves what the buzz was all about.

Krazy Garlik, Greenbelt Makati

The name was a bit intimidating for us non-garlic lovers. But after browsing through their menu, Krazy Garlik offered other dishes that weren't garlic heavy. Game on!

Interiors

Hmmm.. with the blue tables, brown chairs, tiled walls and colorful mural; there didn't seem to be an ongoing theme whatsoever. 

REVISITED REVIEW: J.Co Donuts and Coffee, Greenbelt 3 Makati

This is a Revisited Review for J. Co Greenbelt.

To read our first review, click here.

We were on our way to a friend's house with a plan to bring a box of J.Co for them to try. But after going to 2 different branches (Greenbelt 3 & Megamall), we gave up. The lines were way too long which made me think that we were lucky enough last Feb 13, 2013; when the lines weren't ridiculously long yet.

J. Co, Greenbelt 3 Makati

 Since I tasted the Alcapone on our first visit, I had a hankering for one that night. Hubby bought me a dozen (Php 350) which consisted of 10 Alcapones & 2 Don Mochino.

What caught me off guard was the servers had that bored look on their faces. When asking about the different flavors, they look at you with blank faces (actually more of the irita look) & proceed to rapidly spew out the donut description. >.< 

Anyway, on to the donuts.

The Don Mochino had a mocha/ coffee-like filling inside. Hubby gave this an A-Okay in his book. The chocolate glaze on top was wet, and the heart shapes on the sides were a nice touch.

The Alcapones were better than the first visit. Now on my favorite donut list. ;)

The question is, are the J.Co donuts worth the long wait?

Honestly, if you want to try something new then by all means. In the meantime, we'll just come back when the lines go back to normal.

Here's to hoping that the service would be WAY better by then .

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FriDate Night at Pho Hoa, Greenbelt 1 Makati

It seems like we've been eating out frequently for the last few days. Walking around Greenbelt 1 led us to Pho Hoa, our favorite Kung Pao Chicken place. :)

Pho Hoa, Greenbelt 1

With the cream & tan colored tables and chairs, the interiors were clean and fresh. The paintings featured different scenery, adding the needed splash of color the place needed.

Cool Promo from Chili's Bar & Grill, Greenbelt 5

I'm sure by now you've heard all about Chili's promo. 

If not, well, today's your lucky day! :P

It's so easy!

1. Click this link and fill up the registration form.  

2. Wait for the email.

3. Use the voucher.

* For clarifications & other inquiries, contact Chili's on their Facebook Page. 

We were planning to eat  here last Sunday for dinner; but after learning that there were 10 groups in front of us, we decided to put it off and eat here on a week day instead.

Enter Monday and here we are! :) Arrived at their Greenbelt branch around 6:30pm and was seated quickly. The place filled with other diners soon after.

VMS: J. Co Donuts & Coffee at Greenbelt 3 Makati

Walking around Greenbelt to shed a few of the calories from the Capriocciosa dinner, we chanced upon this establishment. Been hearing a lot about their bestselling "Alcapone", I didn't pass on the chance to try it out.

J.Co Donuts and Coffee

Logo

Brown and orange seems to be the ongoing theme. The interiors inside looked pretty much like any other coffee shops around the metro.

Italian Dinner at Capricciosa, Greenbelt 3 Makati

There's no better way to start the week than some family bonding. Travelling from QC to Makati at rush hour is no easy feat. Thanks shobs! :p

Capricciosa, Greenbelt 3

Christmas was really in the air. From the outside to inside, Capricciosa was ready for 'Ol Saint Nick. 

Snack Bites at Cafe Via Mare, Greenbelt 3 Makati

This is a follow up to the Li Li Lunch post. 

After watching the Wizard of Oz play, everyone in the group decided to have a late snack (merienda in short). With the hot & balmy weather, we wanted something simple and light.

After much debate, it was decided that Cafe Via Mare was the way to go.

Being newbies to their merienda menu, we left the reins in the capable hands of  the regulars (K & C). 

With the wicker-looking chair design, blue cushions and blue-green tables, they seemed to be going for the comfy-simple style.... and succeeding.

Out with The Fourth Auntie at Myron's Place, Greenbelt Makati

By recommendation of C & K, this has been on our list of new places to try out. After months of planning & rescheduling, finally we were able to try Myron's famous President's Cut. 

Myron's Place, Greenbelt 5

Brightly lit and glass all around, Myron's definitely gave a fine dining vibe. Looks good from the outside, let's see what they have to offer inside. 

Inside was spacious & huge interiors adorned the walls. These cut up mirror pieces added drama to the place. Cozy with a touch of class, these are the words that best describe Myron's.

Menu Selections

With a wide array of food selections, we had lots to try on the next visit. Tonight, we were going with the couple's favorites. :)

Burnt Out Brunch at Dillinger's, Greenbelt 3 Makati

Dillinger's on a hot Saturday afternoon seemed like a good idea... until we had to walk dozens of steps with the sun on our backs. Hay... The walkway was scorching hot, especially at 2pm in the afternoon. Was having a major headache even before we reached the place. :( Note to self: Lunch may be a better idea.

Dillinger's, Greenbelt 3

The place looked promising. The facade was like an Old English pub complete with the vintage lamps on the brick-like walls. 

Bar

Just like in Bugsy's, Dillinger's also had a bar for those who just want to relax & unwind with a drink or two. Several alcoholic liqueurs were also on display but it was too early for those. Besides, we were here for the food. :)

Sweet Desserts at Caffe Ti-Amo, Greenbelt

Coming from a bad dinner, we decided to stop and buy dessert to cool our heads and to cap the night with something sweet.

Caffe Ti-Amo, Greenbelt

This was the first time I heard about this place. It was already 9pm and people were lining up and all seats were occupied. Wow! Business was booming. We just had to try this one out.

Signage

Caffe Ti-Amo gives off a fun and home-y vibe. With bright lights and large windows, the place was certainly inviting. 

AYOKO NA JOHN sa John and Yoko, Greenbelt 5

We were expecting to have a fun and exciting birthday celebration... but guess what, we didn't. 

Let me welcome you to one of our worst dinners ever!

BOOO !!!

Situated in Greenbelt 5, I was expecting a stellar service... or a good service at least. Tsk tsk. Seems like I set my standards too high.


First complaint: When we arrived, it was jam-packed but we weren't worried. We made reservations a week before and we even re-confirmed it the same night. We arrived 10 mins before our reservation (7pm) and guess what... they gave our table away!  Because, and I quote "Nagdagsaan ang mga tao kaya nabigay ko". Seriously? No apology whatsoever.  


Attention John & Yoko, your customer service SUCKS!