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Shabu Shabu Ichiban

jessejakedaan — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 14:16:00 +0000

I had the pleasure of being one of the people invited for Shabu Shabu Ichiban’s food tasting. To be honest, I was really hesitant in attending since I am not fond of Japanese or any oriental cuisine. So, I was sort of terrified. Haha I decided to go because why not? Okay, I did give out a reason why not. Hey! I really need to give this place a chance with my taste buds. I have to try out new things and that is why I decided to go. Guess what? It was one of the best decisions I made! Shabu Shabu Ichiban really caught me by surprise. Not did I only like what I ate, I could not stop eating there. I have been craving for Shabu Shabu Ichiban since then and my girlfriend finds it weird because I never crave oriental asian food. It is that good!

When I got there, first thing I noticed is the interior design of the restaurant. Well, of course, the food was still being prepared. I really liked how the designer was able to balance out the classic traditional Japanese style and combined it with modern industrial look. It was really well thought and with clean lines. Well done!

Now, the food! I cannot lie. My face was metaphorically written with question marks when the food arrived and I was in awe by the sheer volume of food at the time. My heart was panicking just a bit. Haha I boiled the meat and all in the soup which was in a hot pot. Sorry if my terminologies aren’t on point but I guess you get what I mean. After a few minutes, the meat was ready to eat. I was a little scared to try it out but I knew that I had to.

It was really good! No lies here. I would post this if I did not like it. The process really was part of the experience. The cooking and how the taste of the soup changes when you put in more of the stuff from the table. It was literally gastronomic for me! I enjoy cooking at home but this was fun. I also do not like my food touching but mixing the different kinds of meat to my base soup was fine. In fact, it made everything taste better. By the way, they have 24 soup bases for you to choose from! Yes! You heard that right! 24 soup bases! =)

Ofourse, I dug in to their tempura which actually complements well with the soup. That’s one thing I like from them. I always hate it when I eat at other Japanese restaurants and they serve us with tempura where it is like 50% breading. You get excited then you take a bite just to know that you have just bitten on the breading part because the prawn is in there somewhere. Haha Well, this on is different because the prawn is actually the same size as what you see in front of you. You get to bite off both the prawn and the breading at the same time! Now that is a bang for your buck!

The Skewered Bean-Paste Flavored Cutlet was also pretty good. It was fried just right and the sauce had that strong savory flavor which gives that cutlet that additional oomph! =)

Now the best has come! Their Alaskan King Crab was refreshingly full of flavor! These crabs were imported from Alaska to Cebu and I was surprised by how fresh it tasted. It was odd because I know it was imported but they managed to keep it really fresh while maintaining its flavor as well. It was one hell of a taste bud joyride! I really enjoyed it that I could not stop talking about it to Sophia. We will definitely be back there soon. I really want her to try the crabs! It’s really worth it! Shabu Shabu Ichiban Sets starts at Php 488 on weekdays and Php 688 on weekends. That is fairly affordable for the quality of shabu shabu you will get. Check them out right now at the Skypark in SM Seaside City Cebu.

Bibimbap at KPub

jessejakedaan — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 13:29:00 +0000

I just recently discovered an awesome promotion from KPub BBQ in Ayala Center Cebu! The Bibimbap Lunch Set! All along, I thought KPub BBQ is all about their meat-all-you-can packages but they also offer other promotions such as this lunch set. If the meat-all-you-can is too much for you then this lunch set is definitely a must try!

The KPub Bibimbap Lunch Set on costs Php 299 and it comes with appetizers already. We had kimchi, sweet potato, leafy vegetables, and miso soup.

The lunch set actually comes with a free Bibimbap with every single order of your favorite Korean dish. You can choose between Dak Bulgogi, So Bulgogi, Jeyouk Bokkum, Sundubu Jjigae, Doen Jang Jjigae, or Godunghu Gui! That’s a lot of choice for you to try out!

My girlfriend loves Asian food so much and by ‘Asian’ I mean ‘Korean’ food. This is saves me from all the hassles of choosing where to eat specially when she gets a little too indecisive. She gets to eat Korean food and I get to eat a lot! Haha That’s a win-win for everyone. The Bibimbap Lunch Set is available from Monday to Friday. Ofcourse, it’s during lunch time only. So go out an try it for yourselves! =)

Thai Lands in Cebu

jessejakedaan — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 16:05:00 +0000

Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu treats you to another gastronomic adventure as it presents “Thai Fun Food Festival” at The Sails restaurant. Best identified for its varied dinner buffet themes, The Sails caters to discerning palates with its wide range of dinner buffet serving delicious dishes from different origins, available on weekdays and weekends.

To add zest to its nightly culinary showcase, the hotel invited three chefs from its sister hotel, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket, to take the lead in their kitchen.

For the entire duration of the food festival, from 10-18 September 2016, the guest chefs will be seen in action around The Sails, cooking and serving authentic yet diverse specialties that reflect the Thai culture, ingenuity and tradition.

Chef Bouby is proud to put the spotlight on the three guest chefs from Phuket, Thailand, namely Wiwat Yong-en, Sutee Yamkratho and Teenasit Nakrua.

Not only can guests taste the flavors of Thailand, but also find their way to the beautiful country of Thailand. All guests who dine during the Thai Fun Food Festival get a chance to win a round-trip Cebu-Manila-Phuket ticket courtesy of Cebu Pacific, and a gift certificate for a two-night stay in Mövenpick Resort and Spa Karon Beach Phuket.

Dinner buffet is at PHP1,600 nett per person. Book your table now to get more chances of winning. For reservations and inquiries, please call +63 32 492 7777 or email hotel.cebu@movenpick.com.

Canvas

jessejakedaan — Thu, 28 Jan 2016 15:15:00 +0000

After six years in Ayala Terraces, Canvas Bistro Bar & Gallery is now at its new location at Paseo One, Along Maria Luisa Road Banilad. New place, new menu but same delectable taste. If you want food that will satisfy your taste buds then Canvas is the place you are looking for.

Known for serving modern Australian cuisine, Canvas Bistro Bar and Gallery continues to serve quality food using local and the freshest ingredients available and prepared in a way that contributes to the health and well being of the guests.

The new menu features traditional favorites like Shrimp & Beansprout “Ukoy” Fritters, Meltique Beef Sirloin Steak with Roesti Wedge and Slow Braised Beef Osso Bucco with Mash Potato & Vegetables.

Among the new dishes in the menu are the Thai Fish Cakes with Cucumber Dipping Sauce, Whole Wheat Triple Decker with Ham, Egg, Chicken, Cheese & Salad, and Tangigue Simmered in Coconut Vinegar, Soy, Citrus & Ginger on Asian Vegetable Rice. Gluten free dishes have also been included.

The Chefs are happy that Canvas is no longer positioned as a ‘mall restaurant’ and will work on blackboard specials to add variety in the selection and to challenge their creativity.

The one in the photo above is my favorite! Haha It’s their Mixed Grill Combo! It’s like a guys meal. I mean it says “to share” but I can totally consume the whole thing myself. Haha

Canvas Bistro Bar and Gallery will also strengthen the catering service which is suitable for small groups and corporate events. For inquiries, call 417 1978 or contact +63 922 516 2835. You can also email them at info.canvasbbg@gmail.com

Blu & Fire

jessejakedaan — Wed, 27 Jan 2016 14:56:00 +0000

Radisson Blu Cebu welcomes the year of the Fire Monkey! Taste
the good fortune and welcome the year of the Fire Monkey with a traditional
Chinese New Year celebration at Radisson Blu Cebu. Savor time-honored cuisines
with fiery dishes crafted by Chinese Master Chef Aik Liang Tan at Feria.

On
February 7 and 8, enjoy a dinner buffet at PhP 1,650 net per person. Usher the
auspicious year with a traditional “Yu-Sheng” toss on February 7. Indulge in
the extensive Chinese buffet featuring favorites such as steamed grouper fish
with silver golden garlic, steamed chicken with Chinese herb, poached drunken
prawn with ginger and black fungus, fried blue crab with coconut cream and
fragrant yam rice with dried chicken and Chinese sausage wrapped in lotus
leaves. Along with the varied spread is the Chinese noodle station, roasted
suckling pig, Peking duck, assorted dim sum, among many others.

Ring in the New Year with the sumptuous flavors of luck and
prosperity at Radisson Blu Cebu. Kung Hei Fat Choi!

For inquiries and reservations, please call 402 9900 or email
reservations.cebu@radisson.com. Visit our website at
www.radissonblu.com/hotel-cebu for the best online deals. Keep up-to-date with
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Cafe Marco

jessejakedaan — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 03:55:00 +0000

These past few weeks have been crazy but Marco Polo Plaza Cebu definitely didn’t fail to remind me that Christmas is in the air! Got the chance to get an exclusive pre-tasting event of Cafe Marco’s festive buffet offerings. Cafe Marco’s Festive buffet is one of the most sought-after culinary journey in Marco Polo Plaza Cebu that will be officially served to the public starting December 16, 2015! =)

One of their seasonal dishes served is their famous Chicken Relleno! It’s seriously delicious! Haha You can enjoy a grand holiday feast at Cafe Marco from December 16 to the 23rd and on December 26 to the 30th.

This delectable Christmas Ham along with Prime Beef, Chicken Relleno, and more on top of Cafe Marco’s international buffet spread.

Cafe Marco’s Festive Season Buffet is available for Lunch ( Php 1,149 net per person exclusive of drinks) and Dinner (Php 1,445 net per person exclusive of drinks), perfect for that Christmas family gathering!

Follow @marcopolocebu on Instagram; Like Marco Polo Plaza Cebu on Facebook and visit their official website at www.marcopoloplazacebu.com for latest updates or you can click here to know more of their offering this Christmas Season.

For inquiries, ticket sales and reservations, please call Cebu at +63-32-253 1111 Local 8249 or Manila at +63-2-887 1263 or email fb@marcopolocebu.com.

Kuizine

jessejakedaan — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 12:04:00 +0000

Kuizine is a quaint little restaurant in capitol at The Boulevard. Don’t underestimate when I say “little” because this restaurant has potential and a palette for quality.

The ambiance of Kuizine feels really corporate but relaxed. They mean business but they don’t, at the same time. It’s probably the place where people who go to offices eat and meet up with friends. It could also be the place to have a casual meeting with co-workers. Either way, just be mindful that there is limited space and other customers might want to you use the tables.

Ofcourse, I ordered their best seller and their specialty. The photo above is the “Creamy Beef Stroganoff.” I’m not so sure if it’s the best seller or the specialty. Haha I’m becoming so forgetful. Anyway, this was really good. I really wanted to taste some lemon in it. Simply because there’s a slice of lemon on top of it. Also, simply because I love lemons! I can’t seem to taste a single trace of lemon, though. However, the beef was tender! That is very difficult to find in Cebu. The sauce/cream was somewhat at the right consistency. The beef already had flavor so the moment you take a bite… there will be a complement of flavor. It reminds me Carbonara pasta. It’s really good but if you have too much of it, it’s not that good anymore. The good thing is that they know just how much to serve so that you get just enough not to reach that level of “too much.”

This one caught me by surprise! They called this one “Jacob’s Chicken.”At first glance, I thought that it was just like any other fried chicken. I even thought that I just could make this one on my own! Haha This totally proved me wrong! I don’t know how they did it but it was crunchy but not to the point when it hurts your gums. It was tender and juicy on the inside. I have tasted juicy fried chicken but it was way to juicy… it’s gross! This one is just right.

Kuizine has a lot of potential just based on these two dishes that I have tried. I don’t think they need improvement. I think they need to maintain this level of quality. That is one thing a lot of restaurants in Cebu have trouble in. Yes, they go higher and finer but that will compromise quality. Overall, Kuizine is just right… it’s good!

Open Mic

jessejakedaan — Wed, 26 Aug 2015 09:20:00 +0000

Baby Back Ribs – Php 180.00

Reserve is a new addition to Open Mic. You can reserve the whole place just for your own piece of fun. It’s really affordable considering how cozy, spacious, and clean the place is!

Gambas – Php 300.00

Yes! That is Gambas. It’s not the ordinary Gambas with tiny shrimps. Haha

Chicharon Bulaklak Php 160.00

Sisig – Php 160.00

My fellow bloggers told me the Sisig was really good. The only problem was… I don’t eat Sisig. Haha So, I guess you guys can try it out for me.

Calamares – Php 195.00

Chopsuey – Php 180.00

Pansit Canton – Php180.00

Crispy Pata – Php 220.00

Buttered Chicken – Php 180.00

Out of all the dishes presented to us. The buttered chicken really stood out for me. It was literally buttery! I mean, who doesn’t like buttered chicken? haha

The place was really nice. You almost feel at home but with a good sound system for your Karaoke sessions with friends and family. As you can see, the price range of their food is affordable and you still get to share it because of the serving. The whole area was really “chill.”if you guys know what I mean. I had so much fun, I wasn’t able to take photos of the area. Haha Okay, that’s just an excuse. haha I brought the wrong lens and ended up getting shitty pictures. It didn’t do the place any justice. You can check their page for photos of the interiors!

For reservations and inquiries, you may contact Open Mic through these numbers:

0917-3277168 | 414-1252