Category: Food Reviews

One year ago, you could decide where you wanted to eat, hop on the car or jump in a cab, and be there enjoying the restaurant or cafe ambiance and perusing the menu in maybe an hour. Nowadays, food options are likely to be determined by what’s available on GrabFood, Foodpanda, Facebook, and Instagram. At a glance, you can see the list of all that can deliver based on your zone and you have easy access to these excellent food, desserts, drinks, and more. Postcode envy, sorted! Plus, if you’re outside the metro for lockdown, having a potluck party at home, or just looking to send food as a gift, some restaurants, catering services, and food businesses from home have you covered. Heavenly.Spiced is one fine example. 🙂

Whenever you need a good old-fashioned get-together with family and friends and want to save time up cooking, Heavenly.Spiced can literally spice up your meal—the kind that ends in buttons being undone, sighs around the table, and any stresses being mellowed by the soothing effect of heavenly-tasting food.

Chef Edmond Dannug, former Head Chef of Enderun Events Davao, came back to Manila and launched this online enterprise last August 2020. Since then, he and his fiancée got busy serving comfort food favorites like chicken wings, burgers and fries, baby back ribs, and a perfectly nap-inducing Hainanese chicken rice. in party-size packages.

Food Rundown ❤️

ANGUS BEEF BURGERS (PhP 1,500): The ingredients that make up a burger are pretty classic, but Heavenly.Spiced’s rendition shows quite a difference. It’s fun stuff, executed perfectly with super juicy double pure angus beef patties, battered onion rings, fresh lettuce and tomato, melty yellow cheddar cheese, and bourbon BBQ sauce all served atop a brioche bun alongside umami fries. One tray comes with six burgers and fries, with an unabashed tendency for the indulgent.

BUFFALO WINGS (PhP 900): If you love Frankie’s, then these are a must-try! These treats come close for sure. The tang of the vinegar in the hot buffalo sauce packs a nice zing. The crisp crunch of the chicken wing is so satisfying. Their 2-kg worth of buffalo wings hit all the right notes from spice to flavor.

BOURBON GLAZED BBQ BABY BACK RIBS (PhP 1,400): Served with umami corn, these fork-tender, fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs taste excellent. You can’t go wrong!

HAINANESE CHICKEN (PhP 850): Oh, hands down, this is my favorite among all the dishes here. Unassuming but flavorful, this food tray consists of rich chicken rice, slices of silky and tender chicken, and bokchoy paired with sweet soy, chili sauce, and an aromatic ginger-scallion sauce. Glorious!

Wrap Up

Names can be deceiving, but Heavenly.Spiced’s is not. The flavors, textures, and presentation of their food scream absolute top quality. They’re another testament to the fact that not having a proper dine-in option shouldn’t hinder you from having a proper feast to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, graduations or any other milestone at home. You can surprise the family on their special day with these sumptuous food packages. Order in advance! They have a lead of 2-3 days.

New on the Menu

Heavenly.Spiced

☎️ Call/Text: 09392373383
📱 Viber: 09294514998
Mode of Payment: BDO, Unionbank, GCash
Delivers from: New Manila, Quezon City (pickup also available)

I miss eating in restaurants and I’ve been craving for some really good seafood. Thankfully, there’s quite a lot of seafood platters available now for delivery. One that caught our attention was SEAFOODAFFORDABLE which my mom discovered through their Facebook Marketplace post. Their platters are perfect for any kind of celebration. You can skip the inconvenience to cook, prepare, and source all ingredients. 😉 Let’s support our local vendors while tucking into good, affordable and finger-licking seafood at home!

True to its name, SEAFOODAFFORDABLE serves affordable scrumptious seafood delights:

🦀🦐 SEAFOODS PLATTER 🦐🦀

• ₱540 SEAFOODAFFORDABLE: 3pcs CRABS + 10-12 pcs SHRIMPS with Mussels and Sweetcorn
• ₱640 SEAFOODS FAMILY PLATTER: 4pcs CRABS + 15pcs SHRIMPS with Mussels and Sweetcorn
• ₱840 SEAFOODS BARKADA MUKBANG: 5pcs CRABS + 30pcs SHRIMPS with Mussels and Sweetcorn

🦀🦐 CRABS and SHRIMPS PLATTER 🦐🦀

• ₱540 CRABS & SHRIMPS BUDGET PLATTER: 4pcs CRABS + 15pcs SHRIMPS with Sweetcorn
• ₱640 CRABS & SHRIMPS FAMILY PLATTER: 5pcs CRABS + 15pcs SHRIMPS with Sweetcorn
• ₱840 CRABS & SHRIMPS BARKADA MUKBANG: 6pcs CRABS + 30pcs SHRIMPS with Sweetcorn

🦐🍤 ALL SHRIMPS 🍤🦐

• ₱540 SHRIMPS FEAST: 30pcs SHRIMPS + Sweetcorn

🦀 ALL CRABS 🦀

• ₱540 CRABS FEAST: 6pcs CRABS + Sweetcorn

📌 All PLATTERS comes up with buttered garlic combination of sweet and spicy sauce. Order extra sauce for only P15 per cup. SEAFOODAFFORDABLE accepts orders one day before your preferred delivery date.

For my sister’s birthday, we feasted on the Seafoods Family Platter (good for 4 people to share). Topped with their tasty sauce, the flavors of the seafoods were intact and naturally sweet as they’re supposed to be. If you’re ready to surf and slurp your seafood-ganza while staying safe at home, have your tables and bibs ready, because your dine-ins are about to get a whole lot of fun without damaging your wallet.

Can’t get enough of milk tea and fruit tea? Infinitea introduces a Family Collection of their milk teas and fruit teas, with their 10th year celebration in the industry. It was founded on the love for tea and fueled by the passion of well-being. So let the fun times roll with 2.5-liter good for 8-10 servings and 5-liter drinks good for 12-16 servings! The packaging is a collapsible and reusable pack. Infinitea Family is available in the following variants:

• Original Milk Tea – PHP 370 / PHP 680
• Wintermelon Milk Tea – PHP 430 / PHP 800
• Premium Okinawa Milk Tea – PHP 470 / PHP 880
• Chocolate Milk Tea – PHP 425 / PHP 785
• Jasmine Green Tea with Honey Lemon – PHP 330 / PHP 600
• Peach Lychee Fruit Tea – PHP 260 / PHP 455

I decided to try their Jasmine Green Tea with Honey Lemon. It’s made with a green tea base flavored with jasmine flower. Mixing honey and lemon adds a soft and silky taste to the drink that strikes out the leafy taste of the tea. The result is a sweet, a bit citrusy, and aromatic tea that’s delicious with a soothing aroma. Hold back your reservations! This drink is refreshing, delicious and calming.

The bright citrus and floral notes of jasmine flowers are clear and strong. Your taste buds will be in for a treat of floral and fruity goodness. Enjoy a glass on your own or serve up a pitcher for your family. For a pretty-looking presentation, garnish with fresh mint, rosemary, basil, lemon, cucumber or other edible flowers and leaves. Add sinkers to explore a new dimension and texture to the drink.

The Family Collection is a great contribution for a potluck party with family and friends. Bring back the Filipino culture of salu-salo this holiday season and exchange not only good stories but also yummy food and drinks with loved ones.

5 liters is quite heavy but our “strong boy,” Lancie, who just turned two, was able to singlehandedly carry it! 😀

After watching about three YouTube videos on how to make sushi bake, I was finally convinced to make it myself at home. I purchased all the ingredients from different online stores and asked my mom to buy nori sheets.

If you’re unfamiliar with sushi bake, it’s one of the latest food trends that’s like showing up in everyone’s feeds during the community quarantine. What it is simply is a deconstructed version of sushi. But instead of the rolled sushi, this one is baked in a casserole pan or a baking tray.

In this post, I’m sharing my very own version of the homemade sushi bake. This is very easy to make. You don’t have to be an expert cook and you don’t have to invest in expensive ingredients to recreate it at home. I’ve tried this recipe three times already. The results got better each time—good example of the old adage “try and try until you succeed.” 😉

Super Easy Sushi Bake Recipe

Ingredients for sushi rice:

• 2 cups Japanese rice, rinsed well and cooked with 2 cups of water
• 2 tablespoons cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons truffle oil

Ingredients for sushi bake:

• nori sheets
• 1 can spicy tuna
• ¼ cup mayonnaise (preferably Japanese mayonnaise)
• 1 cup shredded crab sticks
• 20 pieces cooked scallops
• 90g Kesorap Express Melt Cheese

Procedure:

1. Fluff cooked Japanese rice into your baking tray. Mix apple cider vinegar, salt, sugar, truffle oil well and lightly pour and press lightly on the rice.
2. Place the nori sheets on top of the rice.
3. Combine the spicy tuna, mayonnaise, shredded crab sticks into a mixing bowl and mix. Spread on top of the nori sheets.
4. Place the cooked scallops and grate cheese on top.
5. Bake it in the oven for about 8-10 minutes or until the cheese has melted or turned golden brown. Scoop a portion and wrap in nori sheets to serve.

This sushi bake recipe is a crowd pleaser in our family. It’s great for potlucks and get-togethers. No special sushi chef skills needed! ♡ Even when we’re still under the community quarantine, we can still enjoy delicious food without spending a fortune. If you get a chance to try this, let me know!

Social distancing shouldn’t mean unfulfilled cravings. When you’re not in the mood to cook or just struggling to find the right ingredients, a good way to snap out of it is to order delicious convenience food and call it a day. Kopi Kopi Café & Kitchen in Santo Domingo, Cainta is a spot to your rescue. They provide meal packages for hospitals, BPOs, corporate offices, and homes. My first encounter of Kopi Kopi was five years ago, during our taping for iJuander. We tried their best-selling cream puffs and boy, they’re really amazing, so close to food heaven that you can almost hear the angels singing when you bite into one. 🙂

Here’s a rundown of comfort food from Kopi Kopi Café & Kitchen we recommend. The party trays and food for sharing are perfect for get-togethers, family lunch or dinner, barkada take-out meals, and other celebrations. They also have à la carte meals which are ideal for those staying solo at home during the community quarantine.

Food Delivery from Kopi Kopi Café & Kitchen, Santo Domingo, Cainta

Salted Egg, Parmesan, Buffalo Chicken Wings

There’s nothing fancy with their chicken wings: no bells and whistles, no exotic sauces, just textbook execution but they’re good especially for quick eats! Buffalo chicken wings are always my first move. The salted egg and parmesan are tasty, too, with the right amount of fry, while maintaining a juicy body on the inside without becoming overly slimy.

Arroz Caldo

This Filipino porridge dish features a rich chicken broth, glutinous rice, chicken, and hard boiled eggs. It’s ideal for breakfast or anytime to soothe an upset stomach or remedy colds for cool days. I love that it’s warm and thick! 😀

Pancit Bihon

Pancit Bihon with chopped vegetables is almost always present during merienda time or a feast on Filipino food. I like mine with calamansi to brighten up the flavors of the dish. Too bad we don’t have pan de sal right now! It’s good to eat pancit like a sandwich.

Cream Puffs (Order through this form)

Kopi Kopi has nailed the balance in a puff. Best when refrigerated! 🙂 The cream has the right texture and sweetness, the puff has an airy interior, and the crust is perfect—not too thick or crumbly or stiff. Their cream puffs are among the best we’ve tried so far. 🙂 Mini puffs are also available.

Kopi Kopi Café & Kitchen Food Menu with Contact Details for Pickup and Delivery as of August 2020

Puerto Rico is a small island located between Dominican Republic and Virgin Islands. With a population of only 4 million, it might not be considered as one of the happening or prosperous countries of the world. But if there is one thing that this country has been known for since the past many years – it’s the Puerto Rican coffee.

Just over a hundred years ago, Puerto Rico was one of the largest coffee exporters in the world. It all started way back in 1736 – during the times of Spanish colonies. Despite of a tough start in the beginning, the Puerto Rican coffee industry witnessed a massive boom during the 1800s, when most of the coffee producing part of the world was confronted with civil wars and economic devastation.

Puerto Rican Coffee Varieties

Talking about the production side, the coffee harvest season is from August to March. Out of the total world coffee production, Puerto Rican coffee only accounts for 0.01% due to economic restrictions. Finding good Puerto Rican coffee beans can be challenging if you are not aware of the right brands that sell those specialty coffee beans.

As far as the Puerto Rican coffee variants are concerned, here is a list of some of coffee types that are harvested in the country:

• Yauco Select
• Rioja
• Yaucono
• Adjuntas
• Coqui
• Crema
• Ciales
• Café Rico
• Alto Grande Super Premium

The usual flavor of Puerto Rico coffee is medium acid brew, having a unique flavor and an aromatic feel to the beverage. Locals usually go for an espresso, a cortadito or a café con leche (the café latte in the United States).

You can easily find these coffee varieties in the local coffee shops if you are in Puerto Rico, at very affordable prices.

Forget Starbucks if you are in Puerto Rico

If you ever get a chance to travel to Puerto Rico, well, one thing is for sure – you don’t have to look for a Starbucks or any other Western coffee chain to quench your coffee thirst. A better idea would be to try out the local coffee shops, some of which we have handpicked for you:

CafiCultura – This is an old residence that has been turned into a specialty coffee place. It is located on the north side of Plaza Colon.

Café Cuatro Sombras – This coffee place has deep roots in coffee beans cultivation – dates back to 1846. Known for its 100% Arabica coffee beans, their farm-to-cup operations ensures you get the highest quality of coffee each time.

Café Colao – This is one of the newer coffee places in the country, but certainly liked by both locals and tourists for their wide variety of coffee beans.

Café Don Ruiz – Located in the Ballaja Barracks, this place also has a long history producing traditional 100% Arabica coffee beans that are grown and harvested in the mountainous region of Yauco farm which is around 3,000 feet above sea level. The flavor you get here is rich, robust and full-bodied.

Café Lucero – a place known to serve handpicked, high quality 100% Arabica coffee beans that are harvested in the mountains of Ponce.

Café Nativo – With an ideal mountainous view, Café Nativo is the perfect spot for those who like to enjoy coffee with a little bit of landscape. Using pure spring water and ecological techniques, the coffee beans are grown and harvested at a low temperature to ensure natural aromatic oils and flavors remain present in your cup of coffee.

Friend’s Café – Might not be as traditional as the rest of the coffee shops, this is still one of the better options that you will find for a perfectly brewed cup of Puerto Rican coffee in the Plaza Colon area.

Hacienda San Pedro – With a history that dates back to the early 19^th century, Hacienda San Pedro seres artisanal Puerto Rican coffee that is grown and harvested in the mountains of Jayuya. The coffee is quite rich, full-bodied, velvety and has flavor notes of spice and caramel.

Quick Overview of Famous Puerto Rican Coffee Brands

Going to Puerto Rico might not be part of everyone’s travel itinerary, particularly during the COVID-19 global lockdowns and travel restrictions still in effect in most parts of the world.

This is why we have picked some of the best brands that sell Puerto Rican coffee:

• Alto Grande
• Café Sabino
• Café Molido
• Artesania Boricua
• Café Tero
• CariBrans
• Café Aromas Del Campo
• Hacienda San Pedro

Puerto Rican Coffee Guide – In a Nutshell

Usually rated as one of the top espressos in the world, Puerto Rican coffee is an absolute delight, particularly for those who know their coffee well enough to differentiate between medium and darker coffee roasts, with varying levels of sweeteners, aroma and oils as well.

Even with all the obstacles, difficulties and challenges that the country faced since the past many years, Puerto Rican coffee is still loved and demanded by a number of coffee aficionados all around the world.

Year 2017 was somewhat a sign of hope in terms of coffee production and exports, however, due to the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria, the country was once again hit with severe economic conditions – affecting coffee production as well.

Nevertheless, Puerto Rican coffee was, and will always remain a specialty coffee for a lot of people out there.