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Wednesday, February 10, 2016

 
Love is in the air as NIU by VIKINGS celebrate Valentine's day via the sweet route. NIU has partnered with LINDT to produce chocolate filled dishes to entice the senses. During a sneak peak, members of the media were treated to a chocolate infused course. From start to finish, everything was impressive.
The setting was romantic and different in a way. I must have entered the wrong restaurant, I thought, as the room was filled with candles, strawberries and even huge chocolate bars. Not just any normal chocolates but LINDT. In case you are not familiar, LINDT is a premium brand of chocolate that is used to make amazing backed goodies. For the Valentine's Weekend, NIU by VIKINGS has partnered up with LINDT to make chocolate inspired dishes just for its diners.
As this was dinner, unlimited wine both red and white were part of the list of alcoholic beverages. Perfect to start of that romantic feel.
 Normally, a dull looking bread would be served to start a meal. BUT HERE IN NIU, things are a little different. This is the SPICED LINDOR PROSCIUTTO BREAD. The white coating is very light and it accompanies the meat filling. One must also give attention to the dip as it is made of LINDT chocolate. So good.
 Surprisingly, this is partnered with NIU'S MINESTRONE. The soup is neither heavy nor light. It is something in the middle. Generally on the tomato flavor side, the soup has different flavor layering because of the vegetables found in it.
For the pasta dish, NIU concocted the MENAGE Au TRIOS or Household of Three. This is the Three-Mushroom and Spinach Cannelloni.
The wrapper is not too thick as it wraps the creamy truffled portobello, shitake and button mushrooms. Aside from these, there is also a spinach filling and is served on a bed on pomodoro sauce.
Up next is the slow-cooked PORK BELLY in Lindor Dark Chocolate BBQ Glaze. DAMN! The Pork Belly was so soft and tender. Surprisingly, the chocolate glaze on the side works well with the dish. I could actually lick the plate.
For Lamb lovers, they have the vegetable stacked PULLED Grass-Feb Lamb Leg in Lindor Port Wine. The lamb flavor was evident in this dish.
The wine blended with the chocolate sauce that it made it a little bit milder in terms of flavor profile.
As an interlude, more wine and alcoholic drinks were served. This cocktail is a little light and sparkling. Definitely a ladies' drink.
Another entree was the Spit-Roasted Chateubriand in Black Lindor Truffle Sauce. One whiff and the truffle smell was there. Chateaubriand is a thicker cut from the tenderloin fillet. The meal was cooked to a perfect medium. The meat absorbed the flavors from the truffle sauce.
To finish the night a LOVE TRIANGLE was created.
Lindor Ganache, Hazelnut Buttercream and Coffee diplomat filled cake. The insides of the cake was moist and wonderfully delicious. I believe it was because of the quality and the flavor profile of the LINDOR that made it amazing. Sorry Doc, I finished everything on this plate. Soooo Goood!

The partnership of NIU and LINDOR made this coming Valentine's celebration a tummy to remember. A lovely sweet treat is waiting for you at NIU. This menu would be added to both LUNCH and DINNER of NIU from February 13-16, 2016. I hope you get to try them.


AND NOW THE QUICK GIVEAWAY
Participants must follow the rules. First five steps are mandatory. Winners must be able to claim and use the GC from Feb 13-16,2016 (ONLY at NIU by VIKINGS) either at lunch or dinner. They will need to present a valid id to claim the GCs. Since the GC's are only for weekday lunch, additional cost would be shouldered by the winner if they choose to avail of a dinner or a weekend buffet. Reservation of the table is the responsibility of the winner. Food In The Bag reserves the right to declare the winner. The participants will agree with all the decisions made by Food In The Bag. Rules and Regulations may change with or without prior notice. Good Luck! 

NIU by VIKINGS
6th Floor Sm Aura
26th Street Cor
McKinley Parkway

478-3888, 847-3888, 0917-586-6888, 0919-999-6888


Disclaimer: Wrote this based on my experience. Was invited to try out the dishes. The dishes were plated so that it would be easily served. During the VDAY weekend, these dishes would be part of the buffet spread. Once could also request the chef manning the stations to "plate" the dishes if they so wish. This is a quick giveaway.
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42 comments:

  1. emily tamondong: emily2k5@yahoo.com twitter: lyem0102 instagram empot30 https://www.facebook.com/edmt0102/posts/10154532744147598 https://twitter.com/lyem0102/status/697238778579005440 i'll bring my husband with me!

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    1. Thanks Emily for joining.. rather than your husband .. could you bring me? JOKE! enjoy enjoy and good luck

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  2. Name: Karole Nina Mandap
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    1. Thanks Karole for joining. Good luck hope your mom and you get the prize! Cheers

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  3. Name: Karole Nina Mandap
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    I would like to bring my mom here because Feb 14 is her birthday too :)

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  4. Riyalyn Gatdula
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    I would like to bring my forever bestfriend/boyfriend for 16 years! Winning this is not just spending time with my love but also a one time experience that will not be forgotten. Being in this place at NIU VIKINGS is like being with my love one. And he really do deserves this treat because he never left my side thru the good and bad times. Winning Lunch buffet at NIU by Vikings will surely make our celebration more special.

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    1. WOW!!! BF for 16 years! Hands down that is amazing! Good luck on the draw Riyalyn! I hope you win! Cheers

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  5. Emilie Udasco
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    I would love to bring my mother-in-law because February 14 is not just Valentine's Day for us, but also their wedding anniversary. But since my father-in-law is now in heaven, she doesn't have someone to date with. So, if I'll be the lucky winner, I'll ask her for a date at NIU Vikings. I know she'll be surprised and she'll be excited too! Thanks for the chance! :)

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    1. Wow wedding anniversary! Interesting! Good luck on the draw! cheers

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  6. Name: Liberty Floro
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    If I win I will bring my loving husband to NIU for our date.

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  7. Pam Resurreccion
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    i'll bring my husband who will celebrate his 40th soon! *wink

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  8. Name: Leny Martinez
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  9. Name: Leny Martinez
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    I will bring my husband with me..

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  10. Name: Ivafer Cruz
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    I'll bring my husband Ian, it will an awesome opportunity and a big compliment for us to experience a sweet Valentine celebration from NIU Vikings.

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  11. NAME: Janice Que
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    If I win I'm going to give the gc's to my parents because I want them to celebrate V Day in style :)

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  12. Name: Hershey Ann Gercio
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    -- If I will win, I will bring my husband and will celebrate our 10th year Valentine's together.

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  13. Name: Rachelle Therese F. Gonzales
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    I will bring my food buddy-hubby Audi to NIU, we will definitely enjoy this experience

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  14. Name, Joan rafunzel medina
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    I will bring my boyfriend to treat him because usually he always treats me!

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  15. I Will Bring my Husband Paarkum Mariano to NIU by Vikings SM Aura Premier , If I' m the one who will win in this Giveaway. and Feb 14 is our Monthsary Day also & 2 more months is our Anniversary and i want to celebrate it there.

    Name : Lorna Mariano
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  16. Name: Erika Jane Cadlaon Viray
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    I'll bring my husband with me! We just got married three weeks ago but didn't had a chance for a relaxing honeymoon since we have to move in to our house and go back to work. It'll be nice to give my amazing husband an awesome food experience as a treat <3 crossing my fingers for this. :)

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  17. Name: John Paul S. Tanyag
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    Instagram Name: @dumidyeypee
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    I want to treat my Dad, who will be turning 60 years old this coming February 16. I believe that he will be more than happy to celebrate his special day at a perfect and appeasing venue such as Niu by Vikings. This treat is definitely not tantamount to all the sacrifices and hard works that he had done for us, but giving him a treat such as this will definitely be something he deserves. And we want to have it as a surprise. :)

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  18. axelle john comia
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    I will treat my girlfriend for our 41 months of being together :)

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  19. Name:sherry ann gole cruz
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  20. Name: Aldrin Montierro
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    I will bring my wife with me, and this will be a great valentines date experience.

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  21. Name: Roxane Montierro
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    IG Name: @rcmontierro
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    I will bring my hubby.

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  22. Name: cherry tan
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    i will bring mf bf to celebrate our anniversary

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  23. Name- Florian Francisco
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    I would love to bring my hubby:)

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  24. Ann Cagalingan
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    I want to bring my Dearest SweetHeart in Niu by Vikings this Valentines day! ♥

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  25. Mona Liza Verdida
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    Twitter: @mverdida
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    As much as I want to bring my husband, he has work during the weekend, so I will take my foodie sister instead so we can both enjoy good food and good experience ^_^

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  26. Name: Regulus Crisostomo
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    IG name: @ryyy1331
    Twitter name: @2epic_2fail
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    I want to bring my new relationship partner i want to give him a best day ever with me because i want him to make happy and make a memorable day for us.

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  27. Name: SUNSHINE FARIÑAS
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    How I wish to spend my time with the best Mama in the world. To show how I am thankful and so blessed to have her in my life. I would really love to share the blessings from God with the person who loves me unconditionally.

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  28. Name: Olga Paguio-Eseo
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    IG name: @olguh
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    I'll take my husband to NIU to celebrate our first Valentine's Day as a married couple.

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  29. Name: Lorena Capote
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    i want to bring my husband!

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  30. Name: Eliza Yau
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    IG name: @elizaaa168
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  31. Agnes Dela Cruz
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  32. NAME: AMABELLE WEE
    EMAIL: elleqwee@gmail.com
    IG: @ELLE_BAMA
    TWITTER: @elleQwee

    FB POST:
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    I would Love to bring my Boyfriend to NIU!

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  33. Name: Tintin Cua
    Email Address: gracekristine@yahoo.com
    IG name: tintinkhu
    Twitter name: tintinkhu
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    I want to bring my husband and our daughter for our Valentine's date.

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  34. I Would like to bring my wife to NIU by Vikings: SM Aura Premier to have a Great and Awesome Valentine's Day Date

    Pepe Mariano Jr.
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  35. Name: Ma.Lhourdes Mercadero
    Email: malhourdes_mercadero@yahoo.com
    IG: @dhessmercadero
    Twitter: @dhess02
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    I would like to bring the special man in my life ,my partner and husband.I like him to experienc and taste the great foods and dishes of NIU by Vikings.It will a great surprise for him since he works nearthr location.

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  36. Name: Andro Abalain , Email Address: a_abalain@yahoo.com, IG name:icepickero, Twitter name: @katsuragiriatsu , FB post link: https://www.facebook.com/icepickero i'd love to bring my partner Mary Joice Mactal to NIU to have a wonderful date this valentines

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  37. Name, Roberto Floro
    Email Address, roberto.floro@yahoo.com
    IG name, @obet57
    Twitter name, @obet57
    FB post link, https://www.facebook.com/roberto.floro.9/posts/930517467044777
    Twitter post link. https://twitter.com/obet57/status/698136298561757184
    I will bring my wife to NIU

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  38. Don Balboa
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    https://twitter.com/newsboy411/status/698189045457760256
    Wifey =)

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