Shawarma Snack Center Manila

Would you believe that it was only just recently that I've tasted a shawarma, the famous middle-eastern fare. My husband and with the usual food-trip buddies had planned going to Shawarma Snack Center in Malate, Manila (R. Salas Street between Adriatico and M.H. Del). When we arrived at the place, it was just a typical resto and nothing amused me that much. We looked at the menu choosing what to order but we all came up ordering one and the same thing -- shawarma. I ordered large shawarma as my lunch. When I tasted it, i was happy that it really tasted so good! It's even more tastier when garlic and chili sauce are poured over it. It's really something to crave for. No wonder why many people keep on coming back to Shawarma Snack Center just to satisfy cravings for ooh-so-yummy piece of such delectable treat.

These photos were taken during my second visit at the resto out of my insistent demand from my husband to take me back to the place. Why? Obviously, to have another bite of the tasty shawarma. I look forward for another visit and more... :)

Hawaiian Barbecue in Boracay

On our first night in Bora, i purposely suggested that we have our dinner at Hawaiian Barbecue. The ribs there was introduced to me by my former boss when we went in Bora two years ago. There's really something in their delectable ribs that made me look forward to have a bite of it again.

That night was really fulfilling and satisfying not only because of the good food I had but also for our renewed bonding with a treasured friend.

spicy wings priced at around P240

original ribs priced at around P350

Thumbs up to these two signature dishes on an al fresco dining experience.

Hawaiian Barbecue is situated at Station 2, White Beach beside Big Mama's.

Angeles City, Pampanga Food Trip: Susie's Cuisine

Subsequent to our trip to the 12th Hot Air Balloon Festival was an exciting venture for a food trip in Angeles City, Pampanga since it is the town adjacent to Clark. Just like a typical tourist who would want an information on recommended places or restaurants to visit in a specific province, I'm sure you would also want to have idea on which food store to visit for pasalubong
if you are in Angeles City, Pampanga. Here's one for your reference.

We checked out Susie's Cuisine, (known to be the best in pampango kakanin) to get our own picks of favorites cooked the Susie's Cuisine way.

Ube halaya topped with latik. P20 per slice. Highly recommended.



Putong Ube and White Puto with itlog na maalat (salted egg) as toppings. Sorry, I wasn't able to recall the price. Moderately recommended.
(On the background is the Ube halaya as seen in the first photo.)



Tibok-tibok topped with latik. (Pampanga's very own kakanin). P20 per slice. Highly recommended.



Leche Flan. P70 per pice. Highly recommended.



Spicy dilis (anchovies) teriyaki style. Sorry, I wasn't able to recall the price. Higly recommended.



Embotido measuring 6 inches long and 2 inches in diameter. P120 per piece. Highly recommended. The best embotido I've tasted so far. Would you know of other food stores that sell yummy embotido?



Have an appetizing gastronomic adventure!

Pho Hoa Favorites: Noodle Soup, Mango Crepe, Pomelo Salad, and Stuffed Chicken Wings

Vietnamese cuisine relies heavily on fresh vegetables, fresh herbs, and subtle seasonings, reason for me to love Vietnamese dishes.

So far, my only favorite Vietnamese Restaurant is Pho Hoa Noodle House. I've tried other Vietnamese Restaurants but among them, Pho Hoa is still the best!


The hot seafood soup with fish fillet, fish ball, shrimp, and crab meat served with fresh basil, a dash of lemon, been sprouts, and chili to complete the genuine taste of a real Vietnamese soup. Specifically, I like Pho (rice noodles) because of its firmness and unique taste, deviating from the usual wheat-based noodles.




Mouth-watering Stuffed Chicken Wings with tasty vinaigrette.



Indulge in a guilt-free Mango Crepe. Oh, so yummy!



I will survive if what's served for me is only this Pomelo Salad. At least I was able to strictly follow my vegetarian diet.:) It comes with a dressing that is just water, pounded nuts and sugar to taste.



Now it's time to wash down the palatable and nutritious meal with a freshly squeezed lemon juice. It's not bottomless but because of the concentrated mixture, you can add as many water as you wish.

Branches I know: SM North Edsa, SM Megamall, Jupiter Street Makati, Tomas Morato Quezon City, Eastwood City Libis, Greenhills Shopping Center