Restaurants
By Salamia on 31 August, 2007
The Catfish Salad at Soms Noodle House My friend Cheri raved and raved and raved about Soms sometime early this year that I decided to test it myself a week after her heavy advertising. I was happy to know, from her reviews, that the old Daddy Nicks was in good hands, because the old beer …read »
Restaurants
By franco on 29 August, 2007
from top left, clockwise: Insalata Mediterrano con Gorgonzola from Aria, Napoli Pizza from Aria, Passion Fruit Mojito from Sands Restaurant, Interiors of Aria A and I have not been to Boracay for a few years now, almost five years to be exact. It’s not that we didn’t like the place. But over time (and advancing …read »
Cornucopia
By franco on 23 August, 2007
I have been accused of taking food too seriously. Writing my impressions of restaurants. Reading cookbooks like literature and cooking food like my life depended on it. I will admit that sometimes my interest in food is almost a borderline obsession. But even I know when to dial it down a notch, to just enjoy …read »
Restaurants
By Stitch on 20 August, 2007
Soms Noodle House has gained quite a following, at least among the people I know. That was enough to spur my curiosity about it even before we decided to feature it on the blog. Of course, the issue of actually finding the place proved to be trickier than I thought, particularly since I never did …read »
Try This
By franco on 17 August, 2007
Ice cream fanatics (myself included) rejoice! Sebastian’s Ice Cream Studio has opened a scooping station at The Podium, Ortigas Center. After being an exclusive treat for those who are willing and able to trek all the way to the Alabang Town Center, Ian Carandang and his partners have finally set up shop for those of …read »
Try This
By franco on 15 August, 2007
From August 25 to 26, 2007, Diamond Hotel and The Rockwell Club will be hosting an event called Dessert Couture. Before you dismiss this as another frou frou fashionista party, read on… Indulge in Diamond Hotel’s new line of desserts designed by the celebrated pastry chef, Mr. Pang Kok Keong of Singapore, who was crowned …read »