As I have started blogging about food and receiving invitations to more and more food events, my knowledge on food has increased tenfold. I went places I never went before. I came to know about more dishes I never knew existed. I came to taste some of the best food in the cityβthat may not necessarily be categorized as “healthy.” π With my current lifestyle, it’s very important to strictly maintain my body weight and fitness and at the same time get proper nutrition.
I’ve read many articles and books on the eye-opening truth about this so-called “proper nutrition.” The secrets on how to improve health through diet have been long unveiled. However, some still choose not to care or are struggling to find the right combination of food to get them to their weight goals.
Oscar of Oscar’s Deli PH shares that whether your goal is to lose, gain or maintain weight, dieting is supposed to be easy. In fact, it’s so simple that chances are, you already know the fundamental rules: “Eat fewer calories than what your body needs and you lose weight. In the same vein, eat more than what it needs and you gain. Eat just what your body needs and you maintain.” Aside from those, he reminds that we need to keep track of one other thing: protein.
I’ve exchanged emails with Oscar and felt interested about his dream of a future where everyone is intelligently informed of the simplicity of nutrition. In essence, what he’s saying is that we don’t need to restrict ourselves to an obscenely limited selection of food. His mission is to contribute to a nutrition revolution by acting as a portal to nutrition research. By delivering food, Oscarβs Deli will be able to demonstrate the ease of nutrition by providing its customers with the value of information.
It's time for a nutrition revolution!
Out of the four products now available in Oscar’s Deli (see above photo), the Proton Bites and the 5-Star Chicken Patties were delivered to my address for me to try.
Review of Oscar’s Deli PH (Proton Bites and 5-Star Chicken Patties)
Proton Bites – 5 pieces (PhP 155)
Chewing on Proton Bites was almost like chewing a Cloud 9 chocolate bar by Jack ‘n Jill. The pieces were chewy and chocolatey. The outside portion is coated with Hersheyβs chocolate (loved it), while the center explodes with a richer chocolate flavor that me left wanting for some plain water to wash it down. The packaging is simple but I do suggest to have compartments in between each piece probably like how Chips Ahoy does it, because they tend to be so sticky that it’s hard to get one out without ruining the others.
5-Star Chicken Patties – 3 quarter pound patties (PhP 165)
For the busy home cooks, ordering the 5-star chicken patties will get you covered for a hassle-free meal. All you need to do is fry-pan the filleted chicken breast and not worry about the nutrition it contains. I actually had one patty with rice for breakfast for three consecutive days, and I’m happy to report that I didn’t grow tired of the taste. π
Oscar’s Deli’s chicken patties are very unlike other frozen chicken patties or those served in fastfood restaurants. This version was not dry, even though we cooked it without oil (as indicated in the instruction label). Sure, it wonβt win any award for being the juiciest chicken patty ever, but it does the trick just fine. I also thought the thickness was enough and the fillet was well seasoned.
Wrap Up
There’s an increasing awareness and demand for health food products (diet meals, in particular) delivered to homes nowadays. Oscar’s Deli PH is not exactly that type that brings packed meals for the entire week. It has its own unique initiative and vision that is to make us appreciate good-tasting food with the right level of essentials such as protein, fiber, carbs and fats. These are for everyone and not just the health-conscious. I just find that the prices of items are a bit high as compared to similar items being sold in local supermarkets. For what they are worth, you might as well try! π
About Rochkirstin Santos-Sioco
Health and technology freak. Food and lifestyle blogger with a large appetite for food and travel.
Hmmm Please tell me roch that you are trying o gain weightt!??? Wag ng lose please lang hahahahahahaha…. those proton bites looks amazing! and covered with hersheys too…. hmmmm and the pattie.. cooked without oil? interesting…. how was the taste? and the texture? hmmm curious., ^_^ I got a feeling oscar is somewhere near my part of the woods. hahahaha ^_^ …
Haha sorry, I’m not trying to gain weight. My goal is to maintain it OR gain some but in the form of muscles. π Yeah I think you will like the Proton Bites. We cooked the chicken patties in a non-stick frying pan so it was okay. The patties tasted like chicken meat and nothing much of additives. The plus factor is that the laman is siksik and tasted good even without adding condiments. Try it!
This is the first time I’ve heard of Oscar’s Deli and I wanna try their stuff. I’m glad that they deliver in the South. I’m set to order the Proton Bites.
Yeah me too actually. I tried researching for other reviews but found none. It’s a pleasure to be the first one! π Sure, feel free to tell me how they fare for you.
Never heard of this Oscar’s Deli and I’m sure you like this nutritious food.
Yup, nutritious + delicious food = happy me. π
That is a great way to build up muscle! I would be interested in trying some of their foods for myself.
When I opened the package and took a bite of the proton bites, I noticed how good it tasted right away β sweet, chocolatey. It’s like eating a candy bar!
The Proton Bites actually look delicious. Is the only way you can make those chicken patties is to fry it? Can you maybe bake it instead? It is good that it is seasoned. We don’t have places like this that deliver here. Maybe in other parts of the states there is.
Maybe you can bake it, too. π The truth is that I’m not really the creative type when it comes to cooking food as my mom does all of the cooking in the kitchen. We just followed the instruction on the label for this one.
Those Proton Bites didn’t look good at first. I actually thought it was an uncooked patty! And then I started reading the article (with my wife), and now we are craving for one! I wish they can ship here in Bulacan too :3
Haha yeah maybe they will consider more places to deliver in the future. I guess that if you want to lose weight, gain muscle, increase energy levels or just generally look and feel healthier, being aware of the nutrition facts of the food you eat is key.
Looks like food i would like to try.. everything looks and sounds so good.
Try to order a pack of anything from Oscar’s. The food items are decadent, taste great, and has researched healthy benefits.
It’s rare to find a protein snack that tastes great, but you make them sound delicious! Looks like you found a winning place!
Yeah, I’m glad Oscar’s Deli has found me! Haha. π
Those Proton Bites look and sound so delicious! Great to find a protein snack which tastes great because usually they’re so bland and really chewy.
These Proton Bites are perfect to keep at school or the office for an afternoon snack. I also keep them on hand for an after-dinner treat.
That looks so good. I would love to try that if I seen it in my area. Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome! These make for a great snack that help stop cravings for unhealthy food.
Wow this looks really good. I could do with one now. Send them over to South Africa. π
Haha, if only that’s possible. Hey, who knows, right? Maybe some day. π “Oscar’s Deli South Africa”
Those proton bites look really good! And I’m sure my husband would love the chicken patties.
Oh yes, I bet you both will. π Elevate the flavor by adding tartar sauce and lettuce to the bun.
Omg I have never heard of these before! They sound like I should fix that asap!!!
Oscar’s Deli PH is relatively new. Check them out on Facebook and Instagram to know more of the products. I’m sure you will find something you’ll like.
As always, great review Ms.Roch! I like how the meal prices are presented in a “bulaga” mode, lol- it’s affordable! Wanna try the chicken patty!
Thanks, Jenig. π Yes, the items are pretty affordable. When I tried the chicken patty for the first time, it managed to impress my palate.
I’ve never seen anything like that. Not sure if my tummy would agree to that type of chicken patty.
Why not? π I thought the texture and flavor of the chicken patties were done well. You can really see the bits of chicken packed to form the patty in it.
I’ve always been attracted to the idea of catered healthy food, it seems to be such a good way to make sure we eat healthily and with the right calories, etc too. I think the proton bites actually looks very mouth watering, not what i’d expect from what essentially a diet food!
Oh yes, I also didn’t expect that the proton bites are considered as diet food. Anyway, now we have learned about the nutrition facts so it’s safe to say that we get protein from these. I hope that Oscar’s Deli would have more products for us to choose from!
This is an awesome post. I would love to try the Oscar’s Deli products. The chicken patties look really good actually. Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome! There are more items for you to consider trying. Visit their Facebook page to know about them. π
Awesome review, those chicken patties look really good!
Thanks! Yes, they are indeed. π
What I like about Oscars Deli is that they are really very detailed on their ingredients so you’ll know if it would match your nutrients requirement.
You are so right. The nutrition facts actually reminded me to check the food label every time I buy food items from the grocery. I used to have a tracking of all the carbs, protein, fats, etc. of the food I eat through an online app. Maybe I should continue doing that for my fitness goals.
Those Proton Bites look really good! They sort of look like brownie bites, which I enjoy eating from time to time.
Yes, they look like the regular brownies we are used to munching at times. π
I will have to see if this is available in my area. The Chicken looks delicious.
So far, Oscar’s Deli PH delivers food in the areas specified above. Check if your location is in scope. π
That is so awesome that you have been invited to a lot of places. These look very interesting.
I am very grateful to everyone who gives me the chance to learn, experience and try out anything that I haven’t yet tried/known about before. π
Those proton bites look delicious. I admit I would be a bit skeptical at first but they really do look good.
They are also great as presents in this holiday season. It may be a good idea to surprise your friends and relatives with Oscar’s Deli PH’s food delivery.
I like that the chicken wasn’t dry. You’re right that most of them really are dry when they’re cooked.
Yes, even most of the ones from local fastfood serve dry patties. It’s a kind of hit or miss thing.
I always read about quirky new places to eat at whenever I open your blog. This is another great find from you.
Haha yup. This one is quite different as you don’t need to go out of your house to get the food item. You’ll just have to wait until the food is delivered as scheduled. π
All of them are looking awesome and hope they will be delicious as well.It’s been so nice to be a food blogger I guess.
Being a food blogger makes me want to try more food to share with you. π
I think, people on a diet program should try this Deli food. Hoping that more figure-conscious would patronize it.
The idea goes both for those who want to go on a diet to lose weight and also to those who want to gain weight (gain muscles).
Yum! It sure made me crave for some now. Unfortunately, I’m not in the Phils. I think I will just have to make my own version of the chicken patties. π
I’m sure you will make a good version. π
It’s cool that they also have different offers in terms of quantity. You can adjust your order to suit your needs.
Exactly. For those who are a bit skeptical on ordering for example the chicken patties for the first time, they can choose to get the three pieces first. When they like it, then they can order the five pieces next.
I’m pretty impressed with that chicken patty. I just knew it was going to look dry, but it really doesn’t. I so need to try one now!
It’s really good! π Actually in one of those three days, I was excited to wake up in the morning just to taste one more of the chicken patty for breakfast.
that’s a lot of calories! Good thing is available for delivery. Will try it soon
Yeah it’s great to mind the calories of the food you eat. While I keep a food journal, I also have a workout tracker to make sure that I don’t take in more calories than my body needs to maintain my weight.
Really the proton bites are healthy? I want some!
Well, yes, according to research. π Give ’em a try, Stacy!
That looks really goos actually! The health part is of course always a bonus π
Yes, knowing about the “healthiness” of food we eat is really very helpful. This is especially true for those who are conscious and strict on the calorie count and fat percentage they’d take from each meal.
That proton bites photo, it looks really delicious. Gotta love the contents of it, great for people who are into strict diet, I think.
Yup, the calorie information is actually posted in myfitnesspal.com. Check it here.
First time hearing of oscar deli but i love his motto, dieting should be easy be it to increase, lose or maintain weight. I totally agree with the idea of actually eating what your body needs not too much especially when you trying to lose or maintain your weight and i know many people struggle with this concept myself included. Lovely post and food looks good
Yeah, the thing that baffles me still is the truth about metabolism. I am not sure how this affects the diet or the effort put forth to either gain or lose weight. Thanks for your input!
One of my Christmas resolutions this year is to lose weight, so I find reading articles about new diet products and programs quite helpful. Thank you for sharing this information! P.S.: Those proton bites look delicious!
You’re welcome, Anastasia. Just be patient and consistent with your goal. It will also help if you can be more specific in the weight you want to achieve. Find a buddy who has the same resolution so you can check up on each other’s progress. That way, you can feel more motivated.
these sound and look delicious. I am always looking for some new foods to try that are simple and tasty! I have some picky eaters in the house, and I think these would be perfect for them!
This would be great to try because you’d not only be satisfied with the taste but also its nutritional and dietary value.
Do you mean he only sells online via orders then pick up system? How did you find him? Does he indicate the ingredients of the product? I’m quite curious if his items are good for vegan, vegetarian, paleo etc.
Pick up system? The concept is that customers send their order via email, text or viber. Once received, he’ll deliver the item/s to the stated address. He emailed me to try some of the food products and that’s how I also got interested. The ingredients are specified on the label of the packaging. I think they are not good for vegans and vegetarians because the items are mostly meaty (chicken, beef, pork). Maybe the proton bites and pancakes are okay.
Everything here sounds delicious! Love all the above as a high protein for meals and snacks!
Yes they are! Especially for health conscious people like me, the food from Oscar’s Deli is perfect for my taste buds and fitness plan.
Well this sounds awesome. I’d be willing to try!
What’s more impressive about it is that you’d be able to control how much calorie, fat, carbs and protein you’d like to gain from eating them.
Oscar’s Deli products are interesting. It’s nice to know that it’s healthy and delicious at the same time.
The myth about healthy food tasting bad is gone with such food from Oscar’s Deli. You may also enjoy them during meals or snacks.
I actually like this idea better than those prepacked meals. This gives you more space for creativity and customization without the guilt.
Yup! You may opt to cook the patties with other veggies if you get tired of eating the patties alone. π
Isnt it great that blogging helps enhance your niche. That you can always grow yourself into an expert! Its great that Oscars Deli Ph is deliverable…thats so cool an convenient.
Yes, blogging indeed helps me expand my knowledge and skills while also helping others with my reviews. Because of these, I am more willing to share my experiences to everyone. π
Those chicken patties drew me in and I have to say I really like how everything is spelled out about each product. It’s hard to find foods that are healthy for us as well as delicious. Thanks for sharing your review.
You’re welcome! Most people find it hard to eat veggies but with the offerings from Oscar’s Deli, the once seemingly unhealthy food like chocolates and chicken are turned into healthy ones.
Wow! How neat is this. I’ve never heard about this brand before. The proton bites look delicious. Of course anything that looks like a brownie has that effect on me. Tasty and Healthy is the way to go.
Healthy and diet food may have an impression to have a bland and unfavorable tastes. But I must say Oscar’s Deli proves that healthy food can also satisfy your taste and cravings.
can you have the chicken patties for lunch then proton bites for dessert?
Yes. π
Is it alright to eat the chicken patties with rice? =p If not, then I wanna eat them with asian noodlies yumm
Yes, I ate the patties with rice for breakfast. π
This is the first time that I actually heard of the brand. Based on your review, I’m interested to try π Sana available dito sa amin.
Ohh hehe I’m not sure if Oscar already delivers to Davao and anywhere outside Metro Manila. You can call to ask to be sure. π
fine review but now ko lang narinig ang brand na yan.
Yup, it’s fairly new. You may know more about the brand by liking its Facebook page and read more info.