Showing posts with label food blog. Show all posts
Showing posts with label food blog. Show all posts

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Love

Christening is certainly one of the essential events in a person’s life. It’s the foremost celebration every Christian should have. On March 29, 2012, we welcomed my favorite (and only) niece to the Christian world. She was baptized as Kelice Chantel Fernandez Parkhurst. The short and intimate ceremony was held at Sts. Peter and Paul Parish Church in Calasiao, Pangasinan. Being a Godparent truly bears tough responsibilities. It is one’s duty to guide the godchild on the spiritual aspect of life and, should always set a good example for the child to emulate. This obligation was entrusted to me and, I’m greatly honored to be one.
Lunch followed at Arestogracia Grill located also in Calasiao. The feeling of ease and comfort occupied me as I entered and was greeted with courteous crew. The place has a cozy ambiance which added up that vibe of belongingness. Like most events, food is always the most-awaited part. We were served with one of the most tender pork barbecues I’ve ever tasted, moist chicken grilled to perfection, the always-present pancit (noodles), irresistible crustaceans in butter sauce and their best seller fried catfish. This restaurant have been overlooked by us since it opened but, after our good and satisfied experience, it surely won’t be ignored anymore.
Until my next post! Toodles! :D

Baguio, we meet again!

Baguio, we meet again! <3 So, I had to leave the event because my family and I went to Baguio. My sister, Ate Aprylle, had a mild breakdown due to her Medicine clerkship, and also it’s been a while since we last visited her, so we decided to spend a night there.
We arrived in Baguio late in the afternoon. Ate Aprylle wasn’t at the dorm then so we had to wait, which was fine, because we also needed the time to rest. I’ve been traveling to Baguio since I was little and even more back in college because we went home almost every weekend but still I didn’t get use to it. I always feel light-headed and really tired though it’s only a 2-hour drive.
My brother’s girlfriend also dropped by before she headed home for the weekend. She’s a very sweet gal. I really like her.
my brother and his hunny!
When Ate Aprylle arrived she suggested that all of us have dinner out. It was unexpected of her to invite because we all know she had to review for her oral exams that week and, also unusual because she didn’t mind skipping review night to spend the night with us. Maybe she missed us really much. I know I did. And still do. I miss my Ate! <3
while on our way, I saw this new building and got surprised when I saw the name. GREAT TASTE! It serves very yummy and affordable food. And now, the serve it in a nice place!:D
We went to Camp John Hay for dinner and saw that there are new shops that opened. When I left Baguio there were only tarps of the store. I feel like I just left but a lot has seemed to change. Time really flies so fast, eh? Sometimes (just sometimes) I wish I was back in Baguio. HAHA (in time, I will.) Anyways, my Mama learned about a promo at one of the stores and she just can’t say NO to it. Well, the promo was -BUY 3 AND GET A 30% DISCOUNT – it’s like getting the third item for free! Who can say NO to that? Well, not my Mama. That’s for sure!
Sorry for the poor quality!:D
My Ate Aprylle and I
We all wanted to try the new seafood restaurant but unfortunately it wasn’t open. So we had to think of another place to eat. Joseph, my brother, suggested Mario’s. My first experience in Mario’s is unforgettable. It was on my second year of college to attend a debut lunch party of a friend. It was on my Favorite Restaurant Listsince then. ;D
Upon entering, the first thing you’ll see is their dessert display. Canonigo is a must try! Here, they also serve the best Paella! Well, maybe because it’s the only place I ever had Paella, but even so, I still think it’ll be one of the best! It’s an ultimate favorite of us siblings. <3 When we arrived, the place was full but lucky us there was still a table at the far end corner. Better than waiting. Yay!
Mario s, Baguio City
while waiting for our orders, we had bread and butter.
Caesar s Salad.
Beef Salpicao
Baby Back Ribs
Tuscany Platter - A trio of medium well steak, fish and prawn.
It was pretty late (for mama) and getting cold already, so we headed straight home after dinner. My sister, who repeatedly promised herself to review upon arriving went straight to bed. As always! The others followed one by one. I, on the other hand, sat in the balcony and enjoyed the cold breeze of Baguio until sleep finally gave me a visit. oh how I missed Baguio!
Baguio Cathedral
The next day, we went up early for mass. Unfortunately, the mass we attended to was in Ilocano. Boo. But we still stayed and prayed.
Bought coffee and food for the trip home.:)
SM was the last place we went to before leaving. It was sad leaving Ate Aprylle alone again. And also sad leaving Baguio. It’s really a place filled with happy memories for me. It’s my happy place next to home. Until me meet again, Baguio! <3
Toodles! <3

Sidney's Grill

My family and I had dinner out for a change tonight. We went to this dining place named Sidney’s Grill found along De Venecia Highway here in Dagupan.
Sidney’s Grill greets you with this wall where you can throw plates at to release anger or stress. A plate costs Php 15 only!
The place stands in a pond where they grow the fishes that they serve to their customers. You have to pass a bridge before arriving to the main dining area. It is designed like a big gazeebo which is surrounded by mini nipa huts where people can also dine in.
The bridge. =D
The pillars are made of cement but designed to look like wooden logs.
L-R Ian, Joseph, Tricia, Me and Jaear
Me and Ian
Mama and Papa
The nipa huts are named after different kinds of fish.
We waited for our food to be served for quite a time, but their food is definitely worth every minute.
Crispy Kangkong
Their version of Pigar-Pigar
Barbecue
Grilled Boneless Bangus - not just any bangus, it s the famous Dagupan Bangus!
Sizzling Sisig
I wasn’t able to take a photo of the Calamares, which for me is the stand out! Definitely a must try! Oh, and with these kind of food it is best if you use your hands in eating. After, you can wash your hands this way!
Until my next post! <3