My Favorite Samgyupsal Place EVER! SEOULGYUPSAL!

AGAIN THE PICTURES WERE TAKEN BEFORE COVID LOCKDOWN SO DON'T COME AT ME! 

Before Covid 19 happened, me and hungry daily fam have eaten here several times and let me tell you why. 

Seoulgyupsal is a chain of Korean Samgyupsal plus Japanese food added to it but it won't hurt your budget. Like seriously the amount of food you will get here is more than what you paid for and the side dishes are also amazing! I won't do a very detailed description of their food but what I can tell you guys is a description of the meat you can get from Seoulgyupsal. 

They currently have 4 types of beef at Seoulgyupsal: Yangnum Beef, Spicy Beef, Woo Samgyup, and Herbed Woo Samgyup Beef.  

So what is the difference between these? besides the obvious (duh)

yangnum beef are a bit thicker in slices but has good marbling in the meat which is great to have when you first eat their samgyupsal. Its a bit heartier than the other cuts so if you want a bang for your buck this is the beef you want to request more. 

spicy beef are thinly sliced beef strips marinated in a spicy korean blend. This one is up there when it comes to the spice level so if you don't like spicy food I wouldn't recommend this. I usually request this at the start so my taste buds can be fired up :D 

woo samgyup are thinly sliced beef that has no other seasoning on it. It has a the fat is quite a lot on this one so the marbling is on point. I do like this on its own and usually this is the first meat I put on the grill since it cooks faster than the rest of the meat selection. And being the foodie that I am, I don't over cook this because it becomes too tough once its over cooked. 

 

herbed woo samgyup beef is similar to woo samgyup with an added flavor from the herbs. It is a level up version of the woo samgyup but be warned that if you over cook this the herbs also tend to taste bitter so don't over cook this!!

Now let's move over to the pork selections. Currently they have three variants which are: Yangnum Samgyupsal , Spicy Samgyupsal and Herbed Dae Pae. 

Yangnum samgyupsal is the basic among all the types of meat you can have at a samgyupsal place. This is basically the pork belly meat that is sliced a bit thicker. This is the type you can enjoy with or without any sauce since the marbling of the meat is also on point and the meat is guaranteed fresh.  

Just like the Spicy Beef, Spicy Samgyupsal is the same when it comes to the spice level. If you cook it a bit longer it actually has a smoky aroma and taste to it but not burnt. I do like this because the fat along with the spice does taste really good the more it is on the grill. 

Another thing I like about Seoulgyupsal is that they also offer chicken which is great if you prefer poultry than beef or pork to grill. Currently they have Yangnum Dak Galbi, Dak Galbi Korean Spicy Chicken and Chicken Buttoms. 

Yangnum dak galbi has a slight sweet flavor to it and when you grill it gives it a thicker consistency. The taste is not overwhelming with the sweetness. If you would like a bit of dimension with the taste and texture, make sure to cook the meat a bit longer. Dak galbi is  korean spicy chicken which is cooked using the stir fry method so I would suggest cooking this when the heat is a bit high so the meat can be cooked thoroughly.  Chicken bottoms is probably something most people won't opt for since its the behind of a chicken. It sounds weird but I can tell you that eating this is like eating chicken skin so don't be afraid and try it.

Overall, the reason why I love Seoulgyupsal is not just the meat but also the service. Their staff really do accommodate their customers and go beyond to serve all their customers. 

The best thing with dining at Seoulgyupsal is that the serving they give is bigger than other establishment and the treatment is just great. I would go back if I have the time for sure. 

Much Love! 

xx Alice 

HODAI DECEMBER TREATS

Its Christmas season and along with it is bonding time with your loved ones and what better way to spend it with them is at Hodai Restaurant!

I have done a video about them when they first opened last March and I am so pleased to share to you guys that they have new offerings for all of us that absolutely loves Japanese food and also fusion dishes.

First one in the line up is their version of the burger steak. I do apologize since I actually forgot the name but I think it is available on their menu if you visit Hodai. It has a meaty gravy glaze of sorts that complements the juicy meat that has mushrooms and some vegetables added while it was in the oven. I do love the corn as the side dish since it also adds additional texture and flavor to the meat. I would suggest eating this as soon as it arrives at your table because it really differs if you let the meat rest for a little longer. 

For the ramen lovers out there I am very pleased to share that Hodai now offers Ramen! This is actually one of my favorites because the flavors of the soup base and the toppings do complement each other and also the meat, although quite thick in slice still has added sweetness to the whole dish.

The last thing I will share about Hodai is they do offer A la Carte dishes now and has added additional side dishes if you prefer to eat the unlimited Japanese food. To be quite honest, I do like that they also offer A la Carte in their food since we do have foodies that have certain preferences but every thing is all good when it comes to food.

Overall I would say that Hodai is definitely the best when it comes to serving Japanese fusion based dishes that is also affordable to every foodie out there.

Check them out on their social media pages for more updates and promos!

Much love!
xx Alice

Yakikai Brings a Whole New Fusion Cuisine Experience in Tomas Morato

Hey guys! Its been a while but we are back with a new foodie spot to hang out with our friends and

family! 

I am a big fan of Korean and Japanese food and this place that just opened last week is definitely

my new favorite spot because it is a fusion of my favorite cuisine - Yaki Kai Buffet Restaurant.

As more and more Filipinos enjoy different cuisines in the metro, a new kind of fusion cuisine has just

opened up in Tomas Morato, Quezon City - Yakikai Buffet Restaurant. 

From the Japanese words Yaki that means to grill and Kai which means together, This Japanese fusion

restaurant has got you covered with your cravings all year around with your friends and family. 

This Japanese concept along with a Korean flair with its variety of flavors that will satisfy your hunger

just like kings and queens at court. 

 

One of the things I do keep in mind when dining out is if my mother will love it because as complex my

taste in food is would be the total opposite from my mom and I keep in mind if the restaurant will also

suit her taste so if I bring her to the restaurant she would also love it - This restaurant actually made that

possible because it offers a variety of food fitted for everyone! 

They have three sets available for your cravings: Master Set (399php) Premium Set (499php) and

the Emperor set (599php) but since they are on their soft opening, you can enjoy these sets for only

299php, 399php and 499php. This soft opening is available till January 30 2020 so make sure to drop by

soon.

Here are the sets 

The Master Set (Soft Opening Promo 299PHP)

The Master Set is composed of six variety of pork and poultry along with the buffet of Japanese and

Korean dishes you can pick from. The six flavors are: Chicken Teriyaki, Spicy Chicken Teriyaki,

Samgyupsal, Spicy Samgyupsal, Galbi Sauce Pork, and the Peppered Shoulder Pork. 

The Premium Set (Soft Opening Promo 399PHP)

The Premium set is an upgraded version since there is an additional meat selection from beef and

shrimp along with a cheese dip. The additional varieties are: Sliced Beef, Beef Tare Yakiniku, Spicy Beef

and Fresh Shrimp. 

Emperor Set (Soft Opening Promo 499PHP)

Dine like an Emperor with this set with your friends and family as this set not just contains poultry, beef,

pork, shrimp but also fish in its dish lineup that will surely fill your stomachs like a true king and queen. 

Along with the meat selection provided above here are the added meat and dishes for the Emperor set: 

• Beef Steak 
• Jjampong Nabe
• Salmon Sashimi 
• Ebi Tempura 

We were served the Emperor set which definitely fits the name because it has EVERYTHING! The meat

selection are just amazing and also they taste great. I would highly suggest that the moment they serve

this is you cook the meat especially the poultry because the taste differs if you let the meat sit in the open

than cook it immediately. 

Out of everything we had I would say that the salmon sashimi is the real hook because you get fresh

sashimi served to you which is a bit on the pricey side and if you are a lover of fresh sashimi they do

serve it fresh and did I say its unlimited? YEP! 

I do have friends that love sashimi and this would bring them here soon to try it out. 

For the carnivore friends I have out there don't worry I got you covered because the meat selections they

have are top grade and definitely worth every peso. I would suggest getting the beef steak and cook it in

the grill because GHORL ITS SUPER GOOD! Its juicy, flavorful with the herds added to it that enhances

the sweetness fresh meat has when you cook it. 

For Korean food lovers, The Jjampong would definitely be your best bet because the soup is full on flavor

not just because of the spiciness but also the seafood that is added to it. 

The Buffet is included on all sets so if you have a craving for some California Maki or would like to have

your favorite Korean side dishes they are readily available and also at your control to get how many you

would like. 

Yakikai is currently open from 4PM to 2AM and they are located at 122 Sct. Dr. Lazcano St. Sacred Heart,

Brgy. South Triangle, Quezon City. 

Hope you check out this restaurant soon with your friends and family! 

Much love! 

xx ALice 

Modern Table 082 Brings out the classy side in Korean Food

NOTE: SOME OF THE FOOD DOESN'T HAVE A PICTURE IN IT BECAUSE MY MEMORY CARD GOT CORRUPTED AND I HAD TO REFORMAT IT I AM SO SORRY >0<

I love Korean food and if you haven’t noticed I like eating at different places and ways

Korean food is served and some time ago we went and tried Modern Table 082. Modern Table 082

is located at City of Dreams and serves a variety of Western and Korean dishes.

It's actually easy to find since its at the upper level of City of Dreams and

it's quite accessible with the parking area. On the outside you will be able

to see that they have a quite large and open dining area with big television

showing different sport programs ranging from the European to South Korean sport broadcasts.

It may look like a typical sports bar but don’t let the facade of this restaurant fool you because

the food is actually great. 

As I have mentioned, their menu is quite large and the prices are quite up there since it is

located in City of Dreams but it won’t leave you disappointed and the servings are quite huge.

Me and the crew were able to enjoy quite a lot from their menu and here are my top picks.

Shrimp Chicken (Php1290) 

This dish consists of spicy creamy sauce on pan fried chicken and butter grilled shrimp and

mozzarella cheese and when it is served, it will be flamed up for an added smokiness for the

meat and cheese goodness. This was actually one of the dishes that I am quite excited to

try to see if its really spicy but if you ask me it is on a very mild level and the mozzarella

topped on it gives a different dimension or flavor to the whole dish.

The chicken and shrimp were cooked to be just right and juicy. A serving of this dish

is actually perfect for 5 people so if you are a large group dining at Modern Table 082

this is definitely a great main dish to try. 

Bacon Potato Pizza (Medium Php 699 Large Php 999)

Baked Potato wedges and bacon on top this pizza is a new concept for me since it literally had

a potato wedge in the middle of each slice and it is quite basic in terms of taste but if you bite

into the potato wedge which is baked the creaminess of the potato adds a little kick in the whole

pizza. 

I like the presentation and taste and I think this is great with children because its a very simple

pizza with a potato on it which actually great since you would also be feeding them vegetables

in small ways. I am an aunt of three kids so I know the struggle of parents since the majority of

my life offline is taking care of those kiddos so maybe next time we go to there I will let them try

this. 

These kiddos are not picky eaters but they have their standards when it comes to pizza so I

think this will pass their standard. 

Gorgonzola (Medium Php 799 Large Php 1099)

This is probably the kind of pizza I will get if I am with my sister or my friends because its

light and slightly sweet since it will be served with a drizzle of honey. I liked this quite a lot

and since its thin dough doesn’t overpower the cheese that much. It might be an acquired

taste on your first bite, but trust me this is a great pizza to enjoy not just with the ladies but for

the whole family. 

The King of Cheese Pasta (Php 799)

I will admit that we picked this because it looked cute that it will be served table side and it's

quite a feat in seeing the chef mixing the pasta with the cheese. The taste is very creamy but

not overwhelming to the palate since most of the dishes that we have eaten consisted of cheese

too. And although this might be the most expensive pasta I have tried, the serving is enough for

a group so you are getting a great deal out of this dish. 

Soju Mojito (php 595) 

This is actually a drink I had and yes it is an alcoholic beverage so don’t judge me because I

really want to try this. Its actually a different take to the mojito I have tried before since the kick

of the alcohol was kind of instant since they used soju but its not going to make you drunk

immediately if you ask me. The presentation is simple but the taste is phenomenal and I think

the next time I will be at City of Dreams this will be my drink of choice. 

The drink choices at Modern Table 082 is varied to your liking.

They also serve local beers and international ones - even ones that I have never heard of.

And of course they have soju so if you want to enjoy the night with it you can get it at

Modern Table 082. 

And if alcohol is not your fancy, they also serve coffee, soda, juices and smoothies especially

if you will be with younger ones on your foodie trip here.  

Oreo and Mango Bingsu (php 599/each) 

And of course, why would I forget dessert! The only dessert I was feeling that night was

something cool and they have three variants of bingsu: Strawberry, Mango, and Oreo.

We got the Mango and Oreo thinking it was a small serving but boy were we wrong!

The serving is fit for about 2-3 person and it doesn’t skimp out on the toppings.

The Mango was sweet but not too much and the mango cubes were big and the shaved ice

along with the milk is just divine and a right way to end our feast at Modern Table 082. 

The oreo bingsu is also amazing I am surprised with it because even if the shaved iced

overpowered the oreo it tasted so good! If you will be asking if this is great for kids I would

definitely say yes to it because its chocolate taste doesn’t get watered down one bit. 

Overall, Our experience at Modern Table 082 is amazing and definitely one of the places

I will go back to in the future. I do appreciate that their staff is very attentive and one of the

coolest features they have is on every table there is a button where you can call their staff

instead of calling them out the traditional way which lessens the hassle if it's quite busy. 

Another thing I would like to add too is they have a smoking area that is well ventilated,

so to my smoker friends out there you don’t have to worry if you have to go far just to

smoke because I know the hassle of it.

Modern Table 082 is located at the Upperground Floor, City of Dreams, Paranaque City. 

Contact number: (02) 8888-0082

Facebook: Facebook.com/moderntableph

Website. www.moderntable.ph

Much Love! 

Xx Alice

Korean Seoul Food at Jang Geum Kitchen

Korean food is slowly emerging as a favorite for all Filipinos and its also become my favorite too so I am very excited to share to you this restaurant I checked out at Met Live Mall in Pasay City - Jang Geum Kitchen.

Compared to other contemporary Korean restaurants who offer unlimited food, Jang Geum is more on the traditional way how restaurants are and their price range is a bit more than the usual range I would go for but the food is super worth it I promise you and great to share with the fam or with your friends.

One thing I can say with this restaurant is the aesthetic is on point! One thing I do love about the interior of Jang Geum Kitchen is that its like you are in a modern take on a mom and pop or family owned Korean restaurant. Another thing I liked in their interior is most of the things in their menu is written in Hangul so if you are studying Korean you will get a knack in translating the menu. But there is also an English translation in their menu.

They also have an open kitchen concept which is cool because you can see the kitchen staff work and create amazing dishes. The coolest part of this restaurant is the owner is also the head chef so you are assured of the quality of the food being served to you.

Here are my recommendation from Jang Geum Kitchen

Mix Meat Plate (Medium 1500 Large 2200)

I know what you are thinking - ITS TOO EXPENSIVE! But here is the catch if you order this with about 5 more for the large serving you will actually get more because they have huge servings. The Mix plate platter comes with pork belly, beef shoulder blade and spare ribs along with some vegetables and it has been pre cooked so when they serve it, you just have to cook it more to your liking. This also comes with side dishes that are uniquely Korean and can fill you up too. I would suggest getting the fried rice or the rice ball for side dishes because it complements the taste of the meat.

Ddeok bok gi (950 pesos)

This is by far my favorite Ddeok Bok gi! This is not just a spicy rice cake but is a whole meal if you ask me. It has thick cut rice cake, dumplings, fish cake, hard boiled egg and pork katsu with cheese sauce. lowkey I am craving it while writing this because its sooo good! If you are not a fan of spicy food you might not like it but if you want to try authentic Korean spicy rice cake I would suggest you give this a try. And don't come at me in the comments on how steep the price is because I would tell you that this is worth every peso and can feed about 4-5 people. So don't come at me and try it first okay?

Rice ball

I actually love this one because this one is cool to eat because you can do a rice ball in it. The serving is enough for two and its fun especially for kids. This comes in two flavors: Naichi and Tuna. Its like a bibimbap but is much more fun to eat.

Aside from the aesthetic, Jang Geum is really a restaurant I would recommend this restaurant if you want to try Korean comfort food with your friends and family.

Much Love!

xx Alice

Enjoy Samgyupsal at Leann's Tea House!

CAUTION: THERE WILL BE A LOT OF FOOD SHOTS. HANDA NYO NA SNACKS NYO GUYS DAHIL MAGUGUTOM KAYO. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED MAMSH!

One of my luxury treat is eating samgyupsal, I know its surprising since I have eaten at several for quite some time but trust me when I say that I rarely eat samgyupsal I really do. Another thing I would like to say is I am also quite picky with places to eat samgyupsal because not a lot of samgyupsal places really serve great quality meat or their service is not at par to my liking.

And I think I have found a place I can say I am comfortable because of the variety of meat selections and also its near my place so if I want to splurge for a bit I think this will be the place I can go to. I am talking about Leann's Teahouse.

Located at Mother Ignacia, Quezon City this restaurant actually started out as the typical Korean restaurant that serves ala carte Korean dishes and since samgyupsal has risen into popularity, they also included unlimited Samgyupsal in their menu!

They have three sets which are the Unli Pork (399.00 pesos) Unli Pork & Beef (499.00 pesos) CPB Premium (599.00 Pesos) I would suggest getting the CPB Premium because you get the best of everything PLUS Meltique Beef. I will tell you guys more about Meltique Beef in a while.

To be honest the selection of meat they have are similar to other restaurants but their secret weapon is their meltique meat. Meltique is actually Top graded meat from Australia which is similar to the Japanese Wagyu beef. Its soft, melt in your mouth goodness is what I actually love. Another one of my favorite is their thinly sliced pork belly and beef cuts because they are so amazing to eat I think I ate about 3 servings each of those alone. napakamasiba mode lanangpake ganun!

Aside from the meat, They have one of the best tasting Kimchi in town because its not that spicy and doesn't have that pungent smell. I was able to take home some and made kimchi pancake with it and its the best thing to eat late at night while writing reviews if you ask me haha!

Aside from samgyupsal I was able to try also their ala carte servings of Pajeon or Korean Pancake which is fit to feed about 3 people (Large eaters) or about 6 people if they are not large eaters. The Pajeon is actually great and full of the toppings into it which makes the taste better than other places.

I was able to try this Cheese Kimchi Rice and I am in love. Its creamy and salty from the cheese with a kick of spice from the Kimchi. Another one is the Korean Fried Chicken. Its sweet with a bit of spice into it which I can suggest great to pair up with beer.

I wasn't able to try the soups since I was quite full at this point but those are seafood soup which smelled amazing, I will have to go back for sure to try those.

One thing I can say I love about Leann's Tea House is its not just your regular samgyupsal place because it also offers authentic Korean food if you don't want to stuff yourself too much. The place might be small but its not stuffy or hot. Its very cozy and perfect to spend time with your friends and family.

Share to me your favorite Samgyupsal spots on the comments section and have a great week!

Much love!

xx Alice