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Saturday, January 20, 2018
EAT 9707: Makati's Newest Rooftop Restaurant.

It's the new year and because of that, I try to do something new. Maybe brave traffic and problematic ride sharing app bookings during rush hour. It all boils down to a new experience. New Year, new me. When I was invited to go to EAT 9707, I was feeling hesitant. It was in a part of Makati where I haven't been before. If you know me personally, I tend to shy away from anything Makati. If it's near Edsa, okay. But, if it's in those one ways and small back streets, I'm definitely thinking twice before going.
Yet, I found myself booking a ride. Something different I told myself. Successfully booked a grab after 40 minutes of waiting and found myself in the quieter part of Makati. EAT 9707 is actually on the 6th floor of a building along Kamagong Street in Makati. It's an open air place that shows a different view of the Makati skyline. It's more of an after work place to hangout and chill. Aside from the different alcoholic drinks that they serve, they offer a bunch of bar chows and dishes that would tickle your fancy.
Starters could either be deep friend spam musubi bites or their special nachos or a mix of popcorn nuts with truffle and honey. It's something that you can see everyday and are given twists.
Of course, they also offer MAIN EATS for guests that would like something heavier. It seems that the dishes here have some hint of Japanese influence. The Salpicao is made with Kikkoman but retains a very garlicy sauce with a bit of red wine thrown in the mix.
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There's even a SPAM TONKATSU CURRY OMURICE. It's a mix of something savory, oily, and rice that makes you enjoy your drinking session. Partner it with beer or one of their delicious and creative cocktails and you're good to go.
Grill wise, they have these Mama's Famous Pork BBQ and some chicken wings as well. Personally, I believe the Pork BBQ was heavy flavored. It would make you want to order rice and dip it in vinegar sauce just so as to balance it. Not bad just a matter of preference.
If there was one dish to get it should be the SYFU'S KATSU BURGER. One look at it and you might dismiss it as something similar to a fish sandwich from a fast food chain. How wrong I was when I took a bite into it. This burger is very deceptive. It's katsu breading and juicy meat inside. The wagyu worked well with the wasabi mayo.
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There are also dessert offerings as well. Banana Tempura, Azuki Bean Waffle Sandwich, and even a Banana Rum Cake.


EAT 9707
9707 Kamagong St.,
Makati City, Metro Manila.


Disclaimer:Was invited to try this restaurant out. Wrote this based on my experience and opinions.
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Wednesday, August 5, 2015
BROTZEIT'S RECOVERY FOOD: Perfect for the Season.

When it comes to drinking, one place comes to mind, BROTZEIT. We all know that BROTZEIT offers authentic and honest to goodness selection of beers and alcoholic concoctions that would make you go all out.
 Recently, they are prepping for OCTOBERFEST and as such, came out with a new line up of RECOVERY FOOD. Amazing dishes lined up to soothe the soul and the mind.

 Perfect dishes meant to help you relax and recover from that headache and even a hungover.
Not only that, these dishes are perfect for that broken heart or even that cold feeling we get from the rainy season.

To start things off, the MARINIERTES RINDFLEISCH MIT KARTOFFEIN would make you relax.

 I know the name is a mouthful, but you could just say what it is. A corned beef soup. In house corned beef with potatoes and carrots are the main ingredients but the soup is so filling and delicious. The meat is tender and absorbed the flavors. 

If soup isn't your thing, you have to try the RINDSRAGOUT. BEEF stew with buttered spaetzli, apricot and cranberry.

Another must try is the comforting HUHNERBRUST-EINTOPF IM BLATTERTEIG. This chicken dish is stewed in beer with carrots and pearl onions. The onion gives the dish texture. The Chicken is moist. Yummy.


I was surprised with the LACHS MIT ROSOTTO. The SALMON was perfectly cooked and the risotto was beer infused. You may think that it looks a bit pale but when you give it a try, you will like it.

 One can't go to BROTZEIT without their version of a CRISPY PATA. Yes this behemoth of a dish came with a plethora of side dishes. The skin was crunchy and the meat flavorful. DAMN
To end the meal, they had desserts that helps you recover from the epic meal. 
HEISSE SCHOKOLADE and the SAHNE-FLAN MIT RUMTOPF. The schokolade or HOT CHOCOLATE drink is comforting. Made with bittersweet chocolate and topped with whipped cream, you can't go wrong with this favorite. It made me remember my childhood days, when life is all good because of chocolate. The Sahne-flan or Vanilla pudding is topped with rum braised fruits so it gives you that sweet alcoholic taste.

Another one to try is the BAYRISCHE CREME or Bavarian Cream with Strawberry Preserve.
Not too sweet and just right.

Since, we are trying to recover and I know it is a cycle. You can't help but say, to hell with it and still want a drink or two.
Here comes the new beers that are available. The ORIGINAL WEIHENSTEPHANER and the WHEAT BEER, the HEFEWEIBBIER.

I'm no beer enthusiast but one thing is for sure... It's a definitely a good time to start now. One is sweet while the other just right.

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PROST!!!! Admittedly, BROTZEIT has some difficult terms to remember, good thing we could always rely on suggestions and also the staff has the knowledge needed to explain everything on the menu. I am definitely going back for OCTOBERFEST !!!! CHEERS!

BROTZEIT

G/F
Glorietta 4, Ayala Center, Makati City
(632) 893-2815

Shangrila Mall
 G/F Near the driveway.
Unit 112 Edsa Shangrila Plaza Mall
(632) 893-2815


Disclaimer: Wrote this based on my experience. Was invited to try out the new dishes.
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Friday, June 26, 2015
71 GRAMERCY: Overlooking Makati's Skyline

WOAH! That was my initial reaction the first time I stepped out and saw what Makati was. Tall buildings and excellent night view. Everything and more from 71 GRAMERCY.


 Not only is GRAMERCY a bar, it is also an amazing restaurant. With Chef Carlo at the helm, you would definitely be delighted with the different creations he has made for this amazing resto bar.

When going to 71 Gramercy, I would suggest that you get there by sunset. The view is just stunning.

You have the choice to eat al fresco or inside their dining room area. Leather seats and incredible ambiance right here.

Their club area turns into a party place once you enter around past 11pm. Definitely the place to be.

You could start of with your choice of poison. 

Since I was there for the food, I went straight ahead for the cocktail dishes. 
The GRILLED SCALLOPS and CHORIZO with arugula pesto seems to be quite a hit as it was wiped out fast. The scallops were perfectly cooked. The chorizo gave it a little salty flavor.
Another favorite is the MUSHROOM and FETA CHEESE TARTLETS. These babies are a joy to pop. One is not enough. The cheese goes well with the mushrooms.
Something different is the TOMATO and STRAWBERRY CHUTNEY on TOAST with AVOCADO MOUSSE. Different because you don't usually have tomato and strawberry together. With the avocado though, it seemed to work.

Since we are big boys and girls, we can't leave on "snacks alone".
We started off with some CURED SALMON (380Php)
Green Tea cured salmon with arugula, feta, ginger and shallots. This definitely whets the appetite.

The GRUYERE SOUFFLE (320Php) is amazing stuff. Get one for you and do not share it!
Twice baked, this just melts and exudes all that cheesy goodness. 

TUNA SALAD (380Php). It might be a salad but the tuna definitely outweighs the veggies. No worries here.

Herb-crusted Tuna, fennel and orange with dill mustard dressing.

Now who wouldn't go for this. FOIE GRAS NAPOLEON (720Php). Incredibly good foie gras with a semi crispy bread underneath to catch all of that oily goodness. Need I say more?
Seared foie gras, caramelized apple and crisp pastry with aged balsamic.

You could smell this dish from far away. The CRAB and SHRIMP RISOTTO (460Php) is heavenly. The truffled white risotto was made with crab and shrimp.

If risotto isn't your thing, you may want to try the TAGLIATELLE TRUFFLE (480Php). Truffle cream with crisp prosciutto, 62 degree egg and parmesan right smack in the middle. This is your kind of creamy pasta.
You break the egg and it works.

For fish lovers, they have the CHILEAN SEA BASS (1,180Php). Simple and straightforward. Pan-Roasted with lemon oil, crushed potatoes and eggplant relish.

Meat lovers would rejoice with the delicious things the Chef has created. 

DUCK BREAST (820Php). Organic honey glazed US duck breast with onion and thyme puree, rhubard and hazelnut.

The ROAST LAMB (880Php) is served 2 ways. One is boneless rack of lam and another is confit ribs with roasted pumpkin puree. There is also crushed minted peas and rosemary-garlic jus on the side.

BREAKFAST for DINNER (580Php) is a play on words. Home-cured and smoked Berkshire PORK BELLY with 62 degree egg, potato hash, mushrooms and tomato fondant. Everything for breakfast.

Simply put, the STEAK! This AUSTRALIAN SHER LABEL WAGYU steak is 300 grams (2,480Php) and is served pretty darn good. No need for the sauce as the meat makes all the flavor that you would need. Soft and tender.
 

71 GRAMERCY should also be known as a dessert place.

This is the #LEGIT CHOCOLATE CAKE (320Php). 5 textures  and 3 kinds of chocolate.
Hot chocolate liquid is placed in the center and it melts.
From there, you get everything.

ALMOND TART (220Php) is not your ordinary tart. It has strawberries, rhubard and burnt butter ice cream. The ice cream in itself is deadly. So take heed.

If you are thinking of a different chocolate dessert the CHOCOLATE BANANA SOUFFLE is your bet. Kinda like a lava cake but it still isn't. This is a good way to end the night.

For something refreshing, the PAVLOVA (320Php) is the way to go. MANGO and PASSION FRUIT makes this dish stand out.

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With amazing dishes, 71 GRAMERCY is definitely more than your ordinary bar. You could eat dinner here and enjoy the night away. I love how the creations of Chef Carlo makes the night better and crazier. 

Admittedly, it might be a little steep for some. Honestly, for the quality, I am all for it. The dishes, ambiance and the service makes up for everything. Better to call on ahead and make a reservation before you go. 


71 GRAMERCY
6PM - 10PM for dining &
10PM onwards for the lounge.
For reservations
(0917) 847 7535
(0917) 809 4093
Calls will be accepted from 10AM - 9PM

Disclaimer: Was invited to Gramercy. Wrote this based on my experience.
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Wednesday, February 18, 2015
BROZEIT in GLORIETTA: Perfect for a COLD ONE.


 More than beer, BROZEIT delivers amazing German Food Fare.

One of the places that I would love to go to would be GERMANY. The place intrigues me. It was once a super power that led the world into a world war. Aside from the historical importance of the place, I would like to understand their culture. I guess one of the biggest part of culture is food. Since I won't be able to travel to Germany anytime soon, I am thankful that BROZEIT brought some good old GERMAN FOOD and BEER.

Of course the beer, their beer is amazing. I can say that because some of the oldest brewery in the world came from them. 

Now, BROZEIT recently opened a new branch in Glorrieta. Aside from their Shangrila Branch, they have this amazing new one that has an outside bar. Great for al fresco dining and drinking.
Right infront of G5.

Perfect for that COLD ONE.

Lunch time and I arrive at the place and behold a cold one is right there for me.
This Weihenstephan is a premium one. It is one of the oldest brewery as it was open since 1040. Yes sir! That long. 

One of the most epic thing to do in a bar is prepare the beer. I was able to learn a thing or two of how to do it.
You get a glass and blast it with water to make sure that its clean and cool.
Tilt the glass 45 degress and fill  it up slowly.
The froth is there so that everything stays underneath. So you should drink the beer and not the top part.


Along with the KTG folks, we were able to try out some awesome new dishes from the team of BROZEIT.

We started off with some appetizers. The Cheese Fondue (900++ Php)

The cheese concoction is amazing. Thick and has that slight salty taste. Alongside with some amazing stuff to dip it in. Pretty amazing.
Olives, steak, sausages and pretzels. I liked the olives as it give a contrast to the beer you would be drinking. The steak is perfect with the cheese and so as the sausage.
If you aren't into those, the pretzel is the bread to partner the cheese with. Sarap!!!

Since it is the Lenten season, BROZEIT figured that they would make a few dishes that would cater to the public and partner them with a few beer.

We started off with FISCHKLOPSE SASSNITZER ART (390Php). I know the names of the dishes at BROZEIT may be a mouthful for us Filipinos but they sure are delicious and interesting.
Sassnitz seafood with roasted vegies and lemon butter sauce. The butter sauce is definitely a joy to eat. Partnered with the ball like dish, the TAP1 : Mein Blondes is the perfect one for us light lovers. The taste is refreshing and not too heavy nor bitter. 

The KREUTERKRUSTETE KABELJAUS (590Php) is herb crusted cod fish with beer infused risotto.
Different if you ask me. On top is a parmesan crisp. The Cod had a different texture as it had a herb crust. The risotto has a distinct flavor as it was beer infused. Tap4: Mein Grunes is the best colleague for this dish.
Full bodied and perfect for fish dishes.

One of my favorites is the MEERFRUCHTESFLECKERIN (450Php) or backed seafood pasta.
The pasta was perfectly cooked. Light yet filling. Partnered with Weihenstephan Lager. It makes a deadly combination.


THUNFISCH (450Php) seared tuna with pesto wild rice.

The pesto rice is amazing. You could smell and taste the fresh herbs with every bite. The Tuna is cooked just right.
You could have this dish with a Paulaner original dunkel lager. A bit too dark for me but it goes well with the dish.

The perfect way to end the meal was dessert.
However sweet it may be, an assortment of fresh fruits and some Kaiserschmarrn or emperor's pancake dipped in a special chocolate fondue is addictive and delicious. 
The choco dip is made with valrhona chocolate and some special Filipino made chocolate. The Chef wouldn't want to give out the secret ingredient but it was delicious.
We even mixed the left over chocolate with some coffee and it was great.  

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The food was spot on and perfect for your beer loving frenzy. It was great of BROZEIT to think about the market and added some seafood dishes for this lenten season. The quality of the beer they served alongside with the awesome dishes makes it stand out. Admittedly, it may be a bit expensive when you drink and dine here. BUT, the service and the quality you get definitely makes up for it. 

Also for the CHINESE NEW YEAR, they have this:
I am eyeing that Jaeger shot!! Damn!

BROZEIT

G/F
Glorietta 4, Ayala Center, Makati City
(632) 893-2815

Shangrila Mall
 G/F Near the driveway.
Unit 112 Edsa Shangrila Plaza Mall
(632) 893-2815


Disclaimer: Was invited to try out these new stuff from BROZEIT. I wrote this based on my experience and opinions.
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