Juana's Budbod Now Available in Espana Manila

Hailing from Rizal, Budbod refers to a dish of either fried or seasoned riced sprinkled with toppings that ranges from meat and vegetables or other viand you can think of.  I have tried this before when I visited some friends in Rizal but I was surprised that Budbod is not really known in Metro Manila and luckily Juana's Budbod is bringing this amazing feast in Manila and has opened a new branch along Espana! 

Their interior is very homey and simple - just like being in the country side. There are pictures that adorn the establishment of food that they offer and they all look so delicious. 

So there is actually a way to enjoy budbod which is shown on the picture above. The coolest thing about this is you have the options to enjoy budbod with your hands! I actually love this idea because it brings us back to simple times when people won't judge you by using your hands in eating - because that is how our ancestors did it. Don't worry if you are not comfortable using your bare hands since Juana's Budbod will actually provide you with disposable plastic gloves. 

You can choose from a variety of sets they offer but personally I would say go for the Kombi-Budbod which is a mix of 2 budbod with a side of salted egg, banana and a drink. 

I picked shawarma and adobo flakes and it was awesome! And to be honest their serving was enough for me to be full which I am surprised because I love rice meals and I was amazed how big their rice portions are. So definitely go with this if you are a big eater. 

But if that is not your thing, Try out their Adobo melt but which is adobo flakes with cheese. This is actually quite big and affordable for 60 php you will get filled up with this. 

This is definitely one of my favorites - Lumpiang shanghai! They have bite sized lumpiang shanghai that tastes so good I was actually deciding to buy one of their Shanghai bucket for only 100 php to take home but I don't think it will make it home. 

One of the highlights for me was their dessert which is their Leche-ube Llanera! This is typically served frozen so better order this by the time you finish your meal because it taste so delicious. Its like an ice cream flan with ube that for sure everybody will absolutely love. 

And last but not the least I would like you to try their Iced Barako coffee which is made by order so be patient when you order this because they really take their time in perfecting this drink. 

Sa totoo lang mas matapang pa tong kape na to kesa sa ex mong di ka pinaglaban.

And yes I said it. napapahugot ako sa kape nila so dapat subukan nyo sila. 

Overall Juana's is definitely something you guys try and enjoy one of the best food experience Rizal that fortunately is in Metro Manila!

Check out Juana's Budbod on their social media pages too!

Much Love!
xx Alice 

Wings and Ribs for days at MWilliams Diner

I would admit that I didn't grow up eating ribs because my parents didn't really introduced this to me but when I first tried it from a quite known restaurant when I was 18 I was hooked. I love the tenderness of the meat and also how any kind of flavor is perfect with it! I was actually hoping there was a restaurant that offers unlimited ribs and I was in for a treat when I was invited to tag along with my HB Fam to try MWilliams Diner. 

Located in Pembo, Makati in front of OsMak (Ospital ng Makati) This small diner can seat about 20pax but its not a cramped space so if you want to have a meal with your family or friends this is actually the place to go to. 

They actually offer unlimited Ribs and Wings and also they also offer it with rice and free iced tea. A Total Package! 

Besides from the unlimited wings and ribs they also offer rice meals so if you would like to enjoy rice without overwhelming yourself get yourself a rice meal! I would definitely recommend trying the sisig and tapa because they are legit the best that I have tried so far! 

  

And you guys know me I love me some pasta and my eyes just glimmered with joy because I love pasta! I would definitely recommend all of it because they are amazing. My utmost favorite is actually the carbonara and aglio olio. I don't have to explain why because I want you to try them out too!

Their wings have 8 flavors for the unlimited and two other for only ala carte. 

Here are the flavors: 

Classic

Teriyaki

Hickory BBQ

Salted Egg

Sweet and Spicy 

Garlic Parmesan 

Soy Honey 

Classic Buffalo 

Ala Carte Only

Cheesy Garlic 

Cheesy Bacon 

For the Ribs there are currently 4 flavors available: 

BBQ

Teriyaki 

Soy Honey 

Sweet and Spicy 

And for your sweet tooth they also offer Silvanas from Dumaguete and this is actually amazing because its just the perfect way to end your unli experience with the wings and ribs by MWilliams. 

I would definitely get these next time I go here. I do hope that they would have a branch in Quezon City because Pembo is quite far from me. But I am willing to travel far for good food. 

For more information, check out MWilliams Diner on Facebook and other social media pages for more information. 

Much Love! 

xx Alice 

Affordable Japanese Gyoza with Suki Gyouza

NOTE: MY MEMORY CARD GOT CORRUPTED SO I ONLY HAVE THESE PHOTOS SO DON'T HATE ME >_<

Gyoza is probably one of the most known Japanese dishes in the world next to sushi and ramen. And there might be a lot of establishments that offer gyoza but this place me and my hungry byaheros found is I personally think is one of the best in the metro! 

And I am talking about Suki Gyouza at the Food Parade in BGC. 

This small kiosk located at the Food Parade in BGC only serves one thing - Gyoza! And I know its kind of a lame concept because why sell only gyoza right? But here is the thing though, Suki Gyouza is actually very similar to establishments in Japan in which the minimalism strategy is in full use in restaurants since there are other restaurants in Japan that offer only a limited set of food and sometimes even the number of servings!  

And its actually a good thing since if you only have one item in the menu it would be easier to get your business up because you will have more time in perfecting the flavor of your product.

Suki Gyoza did actually that and when we tried their food it reminded me of the time a family friend that is from Japan came to visit and prepared this for us one time. The way it was cooked is on point and also the flavor is just right. You can actually enjoy this with or without rice! 

The meat is quite tender and did not dry out as being the usual culprit if you don't know the proper way to prepare gyoza. The wrapping is not too thick nor too thin and didn't break up when you use chopsticks on it. 

And for as low as 65 pesos you can enjoy Gyoza! Here's the complete list of the things on their menu:

4pcs - Php 65 

6pcs - Php 85 

12pcs - Php 160 

30pcs (FROZEN) - Php 320 

Rice meals 

4pc - Php 90

6pc -Php 110 

Batta Rice - Php 30 

They currently have four branches: Ayala Clover leaf in Balintawak, Alley Streetfood Food District signatures at BGC, The Pantree in Legaspi Village and Eden Food Hall in BGC. 

Overall I am actually happy with this gyoza the only thing I hope they can do is have a branch in cubao because its quite far from my place and I hope to enjoy Suki Gyouza in a location near me because its sooo good! 

Check them out on their social media and also check them out to the branch near you. 

Much Love! 

xx Alixe

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

Tex-Mex Realness in the South with Fiery Style

As a Foodie out to find the yummiest bites geography isn't really a problem for me but this is really a first for me - travelling to the south part of the metro to try out this newly opened restaurant in West Alabang Parade along Daang Hari called Fiery Style. 

Fiery Style is a Tex-Mex restaurant that is slowly taking over the south with new branches opening up a lot so I am quite curious with its offerings.

The interior in their West Alabang Parade branch is heavily inspired by Mexican references and the colors of the interior is just popping out. Its a quaint branch but it can easily accommodate large groups of people. 

With the main colors relying on orange, green and more earthy tones it looks like you have been brought to Oaxaca City. I do like the orange color because its bright and just brings happiness if you see it. 

Now lets go with the food choices I will recommend to you guys if ever you drop by Fiery Style. 

RIB EYE STEAK 1558

 First thing on my list to recommend to you is their steak. The steaks they offer are quite steep in terms of price but you won't regret it. Its tender, juicy and packed with flavor. This serving we got was actually enough for 8 people if you want to have this as like a sampler plate for everyone. 

They also have a variety of steaks you can choose from depending on your preference. 

APPETIZERS / STARTERS

For Appetizers or starters I would suggest the Lord of the Wings (1198php) which is 24 chicken wings, 8 of each stacked one on top of the other topped with Hot hot hot sauce and jalapenos, Nacho cheese sauce with bacon and Texan style BBQ sauce. This is actually great to share with friends and family who have conflicting taste buds because the sauce range is from mild to spicy. I personally prefer the nacho cheese with bacon but I slide in some of the hot hot hot sauce in it for a bit of a kick. 

Another one I will recommend is their fiery nachos (388php) too. This is basically nachos on overdrive which I love because each layer has a different flavor! One of the things I highly regard with their nachos is that there refried beans is one of the best I have tried so far. Its not too mushy or bland. 

 GALLEON GRILLS

I would be recommending the Galleon of Bones (1578php) and Baja Supremo (1688php) These are the types of entrees I would be recommending for family gatherings because the Galleon of Bones is basically for the meat lovers while Baja Supremo is for those who love seafood and they both taste amazing and it also comes with rice which is a must.

 DRINKS

And since we are talking about Mexican food its no surprise that I would dabble myself on some alcoholic drinks too because Mexicans, much like us LOVE to drink so if you also want to try out cool mexican inspired drinks here are my two recommendations:

1. MOJITO

They actually have two kinds of Mojito which are the House Minty Mojito (158php) and the Flavored Minty Mojito (178php) that comes in Fresh Mangoes, Green Mandarin, Lychee, Strawberry and Cranberry. I would prefer the House Minty Mojito because its quite strong in flavor but won't knock you out immediately.

2. EL TAMARINO SOUTHWEST MARGARITA

This is actually my favorite from the Southwest Margaritas that Fiery Style offer. This is actually bottomless but I would have to tell you to drink moderately because this one will knock you out after one drink because its quite stronger than the mojito. Don't let the fruity tamarind flavor fool you because this has a lot of alcohol which personally I prefer to drink if I am just enjoying the night with my friends.

Overall I think Fiery Style is a great Tex-Mex place if you want a taste of amazing Mexican food along with great service.

Check out Fiery Style thru their social media pages for more info on their locations and also promos!

Much Love!

xx Alice

Be in Bloom with Sakura Hanami

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One of the things I love is Milk Tea because why not right? And if you know me too well you know that I love a new place where I can enjoy milk tea and take cute pictures of it.

And I just found probably the cutest Milk tea place ever! The coolest info about this is it is located in Maginhawa st. Q.C. - insert me fainting out of sheer excitement.

I am talking about Sakura Hanami!

I actually saw several posts about other blogger friends of mine that have visited Sakura Hanami before and because I was too busy it slipped off my mind of visit them. I am super thankful though to my new found friends from Hungry Byaheros in inviting me to chat one afternoon for this!

So what is Sakura Hanami all about?

If you guessed that they are inspired by the Japanese Cherry Blossom well you get an online hug because that is their whole aesthetic! The whole place screams Sakura or Japanese Cherry Blossom which is just too cute not to pass out on.

One of the coolest things about Sakura Hanami is their menu is not just all about milk tea but rather have a variety of other ways to enjoy Japanese-inspired tea. We were able to try their best sellers and I am not surprised why these were the favorites in Sakura Hanami because everything was just amazing but I do have my favorites.

1. Red Velvet Milk Tea 

Ever imagined having a red velvet cupcake transformed into a drink? THIS.IS.IT. It is creamy, sweet, and flavorful without the overwhelming sensation that you might have consumed too many to pray for forgiveness. I do love this drink as more as a dessert treat after dinner and I would say its best to enjoy this with your friend.

2. Hanami Dream

The second drink is what I would call the instagram drink fit for your dreams. The colors were so mesmerizing it was just like its name - A Dream. The Hanami Dream is quite sweet but if you want to enjoy something on a hot day this will be my recommendation to you. 

3. Hot Tea

I have been a tea drinker even before milk tea came into existence. Sakura Hanami actually offer a different kind of tea drinking experience because they are just too cute and soothing too. The ones that we tried were the Traditional Cherry Blossom Tea, Blue Pea Fruit Tea and the Blossom Ethereal Tea. All of these were great to enjoy with friends if you want to feel a little fancy and soothe your stress away with tea. 

4. Sakura Signature Bubble Tea (Extra Strength)

This is actually the one I am quite excited  about because this is my utmost favorite from all the milk tea that I have tried. If you noticed this has Extra Strength added to it not to scare you but because its to those that prefer a stronger tea flavor on their milk tea. This is by far my favorite and although its sweet and creamy the tea flavor is not lacking in any way. The pearls also had some flavor into it that its such a delight to my taste buds.

Another thing I might add is their drink are quite affordable. The bigger sizes are just around 100 - 200 pesos range which amazing because it can be fit for 2-3 person per serving so you get a bang for your buck.

Also aside from the teas they serve, you can also buy Sakura themed drinks like latte or flavored water which is just too cute to just put in display!

Sakura Hanami is located at 168 Maginhawa St. Diliman, Q.C.

Check out their Facebook and Instagram pages for more information!

Much Love!
xx Alice