Crunch and Munch at General's Lechon, Petron Gas Station, Dasmarinas Village, Makati City, Philippines

We timed our first taste of the much-raved about General's Lechon on the eve of the new year. Called ahead to place an order for pick up but was informed that for Dec 31, they only accept walk-ins. :X

Oohh... nothing like having to make extra effort to get my taste buds excited. 

After the 2 1/2 hour wait, finally it was time to try the fried crunchy goodness that General's Lechon promised.

1 kilo Garlic Lechon (Php 850)

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We got 1 kilo of their Garlic Lechon. Looks crunchy and you can really see a huge serving of garlic in between the layers of meat. And it smelled delicious. Now for the taste.

Nailed It at St. Nails Spa, Petron Dasmariñas Makati

My first non-food post!

With a HS friend's wedding coming up, having my nails done was perfect timing. Was no longer happy with my former nails place so I was itching to try a new one. Ever-supportive Hubby was happy to go with me to a new place, especially when it's just a few steps away from the house. ;P

Loved that they offer their services up 'til the wee hours of 11pm. ;)

St. Nails, Petron Dasmariñas Makati

With a name like this, I was really hoping for "heavenly" service. 

Violet Velvet

You get to choose to sit either on their single Lazyboy-type chairs or on the couch. Preferred the single seating. Each chair came with its own matching foot stool. Notice the thin table? This added touch was such a great idea. Now I had a place to put my phone & tablet while getting my nails done. Also, having this convenient flat surface made it easier for my nail technician to work on my hands. 

Cup of Tea

They also serve cold water & hot tea upon request. Managed to take a picture when it was all gone. :) Another thing I liked was the hot compress for your neck. I was beginning to feel pampered.

Frozen Delights at Frutti Froyo, Petron Square Dasmariñas makati

We had an attack of the sweet tooth last night. We were deciding between Cafe Breton at Greenbelt or the yogurt place beside the Petron gas station. Frutti Froyo won for the night.

With the orange & green interiors, yellow-lit bulbs, they make you feel that eating frozen yogurt should be F-U-N. But alas, their self-service type of marketing emphasizes the fact that it's too systematic and complicated.