Konek with Friends and Family through food at Koneksiyon bean+beer

 

I am the type of person that loves to spend time with friends and family. I especially love eating great food with great people. So when my Hungry Daily Squad fam asked if there would be anyone that would like to join to check out this restaurant in Banawe, Quezon City I was immediately SOLD to it! 

Located at the newly built King's point building at N. Roxas Corner Banawe St. Q.C. This restaurant offers food and drinks fitted for everyone. 

Honestly if I go with each dish we tried, I will just bore you big time so I will focus on some of my favorites. 

1. Chicken Wings. 

Let me tell you how much I missed eating Chicken wings and it was definitely a perfect time I was able to eat some again! If you like  you can actually go with the unli wings option where you can try 8 different flavors which are: Tomato BBQ, Famous Classic, Sweet Smoked, Kapampangan Spicy Adobo, Honey Spicy, Garlic Teriyaki, Mango Pineapple, and Butter Garlic with Cheese. 

For only 239 pesos you can have chicken wings as much as you can. This does not come with drinks but you can just order that. Don't worry about the rice because it comes with unli rice too! 

2. Baked Whole Boneless Bangus (379PHP) 

I am typically not a fan of bangus because of the spines which can actually harm you. But the one we tried at Koneksiyon really did not have any spine! Also it tastes so good and a little on the sweet side but it doesn't overwhelm your tastebud and will keep you coming back for more bites. Its a bit steep in terms of price I know but believe me your 379 pesos is definitely worth every peso! 

3. Seafood Mix in Bagoong Rice 

This one is definitely the winner if you ask me! This is basically a version of fried rice that has fermented fish mixed in the rice and topped with seafood bits like squid, calamari and veggies. 

You can get a Squad bowl(219php) or a Solo Bowl (79php) but if you ask me the serving that they gave us is totally worth it. 

                                    

4. KonekMusal Meals 

Since this establishment is great for day and night foodie trips they offer KonekMusal meals which is basically the standard Filipino meal set which is a silog. They have it in Longganisa(179php), Daing na Bangus(179php), Tocino(189php), and Hungarian Sausage(199php).

 

Their servings are actually really big so its definitely worth your money. 

5. Their Specialty Drinks. 

This wouldn't be a review if I don't include the drinks. 

Honestly their drinks are not the general kind because it has a very distinct Filipino flavor to it. I do love that their juice drinks are homemade and there is a technique to be able to enjoy its taste and use it as a palate cleanser in between the flavors of all the dishes. 

Koneksiyon also offers coffee based drinks such as Frappuccino which is great if you are with a group of young teens that would just like their java fix without blowing the bank.  

The last drink we tried is actually Koneksiyon's signature drink which is Alak at Kape and yes it contains both of those! It actually looks quite harmless but if you consume quite a lot of those you might end up having a major hangover. 

Overall our experince at Koneksiyon Bean+Bear is amazing. Their food is delectable and bursting with flavor which balances out with their drinks as well. 

Ever tried this restaurant? Check them out on their latest location at Kings Point in Banawe Q.C.! 

Much Love 

xx Alice 

Dine Like Royalty (Without Breaking the Bank) at Samgyupking

I would just like to deeply apologize to my friends who will see this and call me out but I WENT HERE PRE-COVID OKAY DON'T GIVE ME BAD JUJUS~! 

Even during the time of Covid, samgyupsal is still very much a comfort staple for us. And if you want to have samgyupsal without breaking the bank and also have a one of a kind grilling experience - this is for you. 

SamgyupKing is located near the cinema hub of Fisher Mall in Quezon City which has a very spacious space and its well ventilated too. When we went there, there were actually quite a few people already dining along with other content creators and influencers that were invited. 

I mentioned earlier that they have a one of a kind grilling experience that is because you can also grill meat that are on skewers! There is also a vegetable variety and local delicacies that you can try. 

Each person can also enjoy a single serve of milk tea which can be taro or okinawa. 

I will just let the pictures tell you everything and let you know my thoughts below about SamgyupKing. 

 

Overall, I do think that samgyupking is a great concept for a one-of-a-king dining experience. The interior is simple but what I do love about this restaurant is there is variety in what you can eat here. I am not a fan of their kimchi so I would suggest you cook the kimchi a little on the grill to give it some depth. The meat selection is good and the grilling option is definitely something I would go back for. 

If you want to know more about SamgyupKing and their promos you can visit them here. 

Much Love! 

xx Alice 

Satisfying My Japanese Food Cravings at RameNatin

Let me just say that I miss eating out so much that when given the chance to dine out I WILL DO IT - within reason and safety of course. 

One of the things I have been craving a lot if Japanese food - Ramen to be exact and I found an affordable resto in Maginhawa that serves great ramen at a reasonable price - RameNatin. 

As you can see on the menu they have a very limited selection of ramen which are the staple ramen flavors like tantanmen, kara miso and aka miso. I got curious and got myself actually the black ramen because black colored food fascinate me. The cool thing about RameNatin is that their serving is quite large for 130pesos so you really get your money's worth here. 

The ramen that I got may not be pleasing to the eyes but the taste is the total opposite. Its broth is flavorful and bold but not something you would get tired of having. The toppings also are not one of a kind but I like it. Honestly this is one of those ramen places that I would go to just to get my ramen fix without breaking my wallet and setting it on fire.  

They have this Thai Tofu as an add on which is actually tasty! Its a great appetizer when you want your cravings to be met. I would just like to remind some that if you have a peanut allergy, this would trigger it because of the peanut content it has. Its more on the savory side but does not overwhelm the palette. Honestly I am impressed with this. I would say that their serving is quite big since this is only 80pesos which you can share with a friend or two but if you are like me I can finish this by myself haha! 

Overall, I really do love RameNatin and their other offerings. They are affordable and does not scrimp on the taste so make sure to give them a try. 

Affordable Tempura at Tokyo Tempura

As you may have noticed at this point - I have been eating so much Japanese food lately and I am not really stopping at this point because I love Japanese food. I do have one place I will recommend if you prefer Tempura you will absolutely love to share with your friends and family this Yuletide season - Tokyo Tempura!

Tokyo Tempura is the first ever Tempura food cart concept that gives Japan's Ebi Tempura at an affordable price available to everyone.

I wouldn't go in detail anymore about the flavors but I will link their social media page on the bottom part so you can check them out.

For the review, I really do appreciate that the shrimp that they use is not the very small variety so you really get your moneys worth here. There is a variety between sweet, tangy and also spicy flavors but if you ask me their spiciness level is quite mild for my standards but still good if you want a different kind of spiciness. 

Overall I do like Tokyo Tempura, its just that their branches are quite limited yet but if ever you are in Tutuban you can try them out there :D You can also check their social media page here and their website here

Much Love~!

xx Alice 

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 

Craving for Smokes Tatay's BBQ

I WENT TO THIS PLACE PRE-COVID19 SO DON'T COME AT ME OKAY?

With all this pandemic situation going on I am just tired of it! I miss going out to be honest and eating out with friends. I suddenly remembered this place at Kapitolyo in Pasig named Smokes Tatay's BBQ. They offer a lot of BBQ staples and of course the atmosphere is just great. I remember i went here with my Hungry Daily Fam and we had a blast. 

The interior is more into the night drinking groups but you can still enjoy a full meal at Smokes. We did get some amazing food but I will just share to you my favorites. 

 

DAKS NA DAKS na BBQ. I call it that because this is a 16 inch BBQ which can feed about 4 people or if you ask me I can eat this on my own. The marinate is not that strong but its very juicy. And also its not all fatty parts which is amazing if you want to have this with beer or a cup of rice. Either way I love this.

Their Tapsilog. My goodness this is actually one of the first things I tried and I just love it. the meart was marinated nicely with a little bit of sweetness into it. I would appreciate the egg to be a bit on the runny side but its still great nonetheless. 

The different BBQ that they offer. Forgive me if I don't remember each one because this happened pre-covid but what I do remember is how fresh these were and the marinate complements the BBQ to perfection. Again perfect with beer or with a cup of rice so choose your weapon my friend.

Overall I would just like to go back at Smokes after this pandemic with my friends and just drink, eat and enjoy because with great people, any food you share with them will be amazing. 

Check out Smokes on their socials. If you do make sure to share my blogpost to them because i miss them lots. 

Much Love! 

xx Alice 

Pandesal and Other Pinoy Favorites at D's Corner

Hey guys! Its been a while since I wrote a full on review. Life happened recently so if I sound kind of weird - This might be because I have been stuck at home WAY.TOO.LONG! 

But being stuck at home does not mean we can't enjoy some comfort food - like pandesal! 

With all the rage of Ube Pandesal nowadays, it has just become too saturated with other brands that sometimes there has been too many of options we can't seem to decide who makes it better. I have tried some recently and I will share to you one place you can get amazing Ube Pandesal and other Pinoy bread favorite - D's Corner. 

D's Corner is an online shop where in you can order Ube Pandesal, Cheese Bread and also Spanish Bread. If this is your first time reading my blog, please be warned that I can get very descriptive when it comes to the food I have tasted so make sure to have food to munch on because I don't want to see comments anymore saying I made them crave or worst Hungry haha! 

First one up is their Cheese bread. These bite sized munchies were actually the first one I liked because its packed and the sweetness is just right. Each Cheese bread is packed with flavor and its quite dense and highly addictive if you ask me. The size is also just right to eat while writing or enjoying your favorite show. Let's not kid ourselves that we don't do that okay because I actually do that because being stuck at home would make you do things like this. 

The second one I tried is their spanish bread. If you did not grew up around your lolos and lolas you wouldn't know why this is one of their favorites. I grew up with my lola always requesting this as her afternoon snack. As a young child of the 90's most of my afternoons were consisted of being babysat by my grandmother, watching her afternoon dramas with her and just let time pass. This reminded me of those days. 

The sweet filling was just enough and its also perfect to be paired with your choice of drink. I remember my grandmother loves to drink coffee alongside her afternoon spanish bread. If you try this with coffee you can thank me later. 

Last but definitely not the least, is the ube pandesal. When I first got this I was a bit surprised because it didn't really looked like the usual Ube Pandesal in the market. You can say its not aesthetically pleasing at first because the color looks weird, but don't let that fool you because this actually taste amazing! The bread is soft, flavorful and bouncy. Its quite similar to the bread of Pan De Manila but not as airy as Pan De Manila's Pandesal - Don't come at me okay I am just stating facts! 

The filling it has is amazing too because its like it has been layered in the bread to which each bite you will taste it. Its sweet and has quite thick viscosity similar to caramel or yema but not as sweet as that. I like how this bread can be enjoyed on its own or pair it up with your drink of choice. I paired this is almond milk while my nieces and nephew enjoyed it with some milk tea and they loved it.

Overall I would say try D's Corner is definitely the place to try amazing Filipino treats like these! Make sure to place your order on or before Wednesday and your order will be delivered every Saturday. 

Check out their social media page here for more information. 

Much Love and Stay Safe Always,

XX ALice 
 

Milk Tea Cravings Satisfied with ZTea Cups

Honestly its been a while and I think its time I need to be back to blogging. I MISS WRITING! HONESTLY! 

Okay since we are back to business I would just like to share to you this milk tea place I collaborated with for a video about a month ago. Yes I know its weird that its just now that I decided to share to you this but just remember that we are on a state of pandemic and I don't want to be that person people will cancel just because I share food posts - There are people like that look it up! haha! 

Okay enough with the chit chat lets get on with this my dearies. 

Ztea Cups is a small business that offers milk tea, fruit tea and other specialty drinks. They are located at Veterans Village here in Quezon City but they do offer delivery. 

They sent me four drinks which were the Mango Yakult Fruit Tea, Red Velvet Overload, Premium Chocolate and Oreo cheesecake overload.

 I am going to be 100% honest here but their milk tea is one of the best. It may be a month since I last tried their drinks and did a video on it but I swear the taste does last. 

I would definitely try their Oreo Cheesecake Overload because I remember it was like a whole cheesecake slice was put in the drink by how thick it is. The premium red velvet cheesecake as well is amazing because the consistency is not that watered down and also the cream cheese they add on the drinks are definitely homemade compared to those made with a powder agent which tends to have a gritty sand-like texture compared to the homemade version. Ztea Cups is definitely legit for sure. 

If you want to order from Ztea Cups and try their amazing drinks you can order via their Official Facebook here. You can also order via food Panda if you are within 3KM Delivery Radius. But don't worry they do have an in house delivery that has free delivery within Brgy. Veterans Villahe, Bungad, San Antonio and Katipunan. 

Their delivery charges to nearby areas are also quite affordable at around P30 to P49 if you are within Cubao, Tatalon, Q.Ave, Timog and nearby locations. 

Address:

2 Danupra Street Brgy. Veterans Village Quezon City

Business Hours: 

WEEKDAYS: 11AM-7PM

WEEKENDS: 12NN -7:30PM

Check out Ztea Cups and have a great time with their one of a kind drinks this quarantine! And also lets not forget to support small brands such as these that give out great products even during this time. 

Much Love! 

xx Alice 

Hotel Sogo Supports Our Frontliners

Our love and support to our courageous front liners facing the battle against #COVID19. Lets protect our Frontliners in the government and medical community; and do our part in order to help them. #StayAtHomeForUs

To date, Hotel Sogo already donated P60 million worth of room accommodations for health workers during the ECQ. The donation of 800+ rooms for the use of front liners is in cooperation with 11 Hospital Directors and the Mayors of Alabang, Caloocan, Makati, Manila, Molino, Naga, Pasay, and Quezon City.

Being one of the most known hotel chains in the country, Hotel Sogo has also made a strong impact to our economy in being able to bring a shelter to our front liners who is doing their part in protecting us and helping those who have been affected by the Covid-19. We are one with the country in fighting the battle against Covid19.

#HotelSogo

#SogoCares #DahilMahalKitaGustoKoSafeKa #SoCleanSoGood #WeFightAsOne #SalgadoPR

98 Degrees Philippine Tour Press Con

Hey Philippines! Good news for the 90's gen out there!!!! Your favorite international boyband, 98° (degrees) will have a Philippine tour this year! After launching their concert entitled "An Evening with 98°, Philippine Tour", last March 6, 2020 at Skippy’s Bar, BGC, Taguig.

Some of the concert’s opening act performers attended the event, (Tawag ng Tanghalan Champions) Mark Michael Garcia and Christian Bianco, who were there to share some of their thoughts and insights as a huge fan of the 98° (degrees)music.

For Millenials, who didn't know their band, 98° is an American pop and R&B, with the quartet Jeff Timmons, the brothers Nick and Drew Lachey, and Justin Jeffre. Some popular songs like I Do (Cherished You) and Because of You was composed by the band which is one of the hit song from 90’s up to present.

Concert tour will start: -MAY 16, 2020: SMX Convention Center Davao -May 21, 2020: Mall of Asia Arena -May 23, 2020: Waterfront Hotel and Casino

For Tickets:

SVIP- 8500php (with meet and greet)
VIP- 6980php
PATRON A- 6350
PATRON B- 5990
LOWER BOX A- 5400
LOWER BOX B- 4945
UPPER BOX A- 3975
UPPER BOX B- 3635
GEN. ADMISSION- 1890

Tickets Available at smticket.com

Get tickets:
Manila” https://smtickets.com/events/view/8777
Cebu: https://smtickets.com/events/view/8782
Davao: https://smtickets.com/events/view/8819

Koomi is now open at Robinson's Magnolia!

Hey friends! If you are looking for an alternative to your milk tea cravings plus no guilt try this one out - Koomi!

Koomi is an Australian-based company that promises guiltless goodness with its mix of yogurt and "sinkers" like grains, nuts and fruits.

And recently they have opened their latest branch at Robinson's Magnolia and I was able to try it.

I personally love yogurt so its really surprising how the Aussie version of yogurt which is quite tart is a perfect blend with fruits and grain like purple yam!

One of the coolest things about this yogurt place is that there are two ways in enjoying it - The Filipino way and the Aussie way. I have tried the Filipino mix recently and although its creamier, I do prefer the latter because its quite strong and I like how yogurt naturally tastes.

If you would like to know more about Koomi Philippines and also its latest updates make sure to check their social media pages for more information.

Much Love!

xx Alice