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Sunday, October 11, 2015
BEST FOOD FORWARD 2015: Interesting Finds




It was a surreal experience. A bazaar made for good intentions and is there to serve the foodies of Manila. It is my second time to attend the BEST FOOD FORWARD. Now on their 5th year, this benefit bazaar has been the jump off point of many interesting food discoveries. 

Currently ongoing, from OCTOBER 10-11, BEST FOOD FORWARD #bff2015 has a lot to offer.

Located in POWER PLANT's TENT, the venue screams delicious food even before you enter.

Given that there were a lot and I can't really handle all of them, I only saw a few that tickled my fancy. 

Different kinds of HOT SAUCE. Perfect for every occasion. For BBQ or even for a simple meal. This is an interesting find. 

One of my fave from last year is back. The SOFT SHELL CRAB SANDWICH. A whole crab thats deep fried and is there for the taking. Breaded exteriors. As the name says, you don't need to worry about the crab's shell. Everything here is edible!

For easy munching, there was even a stall that sells FRIED ASADO FLOSSPAO. Interesting right? 

One of the best cookie maker would be the BALD BAKER. From his best seller of COMPOST cookie to his newest creation ORANGE MISO, I can't really say which I love more. BTW, they both got SOLD OUT today so I expect it may happen again tomorrow. PRO TIP: Be there early!
No doubt, I am impressed with CY. With his perseverance and interesting life story of a successful office worker turned baker, you can taste his dedication in the food he creates. KUDOS SIR!

Another interesting find is the BROWNIE BAR! Brownie flavored with alcohol. 
I liked the moist and chewy texture of the brownie. Interestingly, the bitters are there for you to add that alcohol taste but without the huge kick. Kudos guys. Excellent job!

A mix of both world, PASTRY ARMOIRE, greeted me as I entered the tent. Chef Anna has been in the food business around 5 years and I as a witness can say that this chef is a fighter. Known for PINK WASABI and the different sushi looking desserts, she is currently focusing on PASTRY ARMOIRE and its pastries creations.
Her dessert creations are perfect to pair with coffee and are also deadly. Pictured above is the TIPSY BACON STICKY BUNS. Topped with BACON BOURBON SAUCE and more BACON. You won't go wrong with the salty taste of the bacon and the sweet flavor of the sticky bun. Perfect combination!

My favorite find of the day is BON BANHMI's BANHMI. Banh mi are basically your Vietnamese Sandwiches. The bread is usually a foot long and are what we could call as Vietnamese Baguettes. 
Each bite is both crunchy and chewy at the same time. The different meat used are light yet flavorful. It got me hooked. 
I am proud to say that I hoarded and bought 3 long ones to go. Unfortunately, they're all gone.  That good!

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BEST FOOD FORWARD is one of those food bazaars that not only serve the Manila Foodies great finds but also tries to help others grow out of their shell. Needless to say, I'm returning today to check out the other stalls and their dishes. In case you see me, please don't hesitate to say hi. I would love to chat with you!

BEST FOOD FORWARD
#BFF2015
Year 5
Rockwell Power Plant Tent
Makati City, Metro Manila


Disclaimer: Was invited to the event. Wrote this based on my experience.
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Monday, October 13, 2014
Interesting Food Find in BEST FOOD FORWARD 2014: PHOTO ESSAY

Left and right! It was pandemonium! Drinks here, sandwiches there, rice meal somewhere at the back and a lot of dessert stalls. The mood was festive!
 On a 2nd straight weekend, the Rockwell Tent was able to host another awesome Food Bazaar. The BEST FOOD FORWARD 2014. 
The place was able to showcase a lot of food and drink vendors that were trying the food scene out. 

Along with friends and SO, I was able to visit the place on 2 straight days.
Of course, one of the main reason why we went was to get some cheese cake loving! INDULGENCE BY IRENE is the way to go!
 SO just had to have a picture taken with them as she is a fan just like I am! Sir Richard and Ma'am Irene! Thank you so much!
Sharing a booth with them was NIKKO's BAKING STUDIO.
She sold these amazing stuff that SO got some empanada for her to take home.


I actually saw some familiar stalls that were interesting.

CHEF ANNA was definitely hands on. Her PINK WASABI was right at the entrance.

I got a few of those sugar free dark chocolate flavored goodies and a few kashimaki's as well.
 
They look as if they were Japanese Maki but in reality, they are small bite sized cakes that are infused with different flavors like vodka and tea. 
Chef was gracious enough and gave me a copy of the menu so that I would know what I would be ordering next time around! Thank you chef!
Ever Present was and is one of my ever so favorite tapa's in the whole wide world! 
 JAM ANGUS TAPA!
They sold some rice meals and also their frozen packs! Along with them was awesome Longanisa from Cebu! CHORIZO DE CEBU PH! My friend and SO got to try them and they both agreed. MORE RICE PLEASE!
A favorite among the sandwich lovers was the 
CUBANO
Prepared by BIG DOG's KITCHEN, these are sandwich for the meat lover!
Made with roast pork, ham, cheese, pickles and a smear of mustard, you definitely can't stop with one bite!
 Right beside it was THE BREADERY! They sell interesting loaves and different kind of bread that I can foresee myself going over and hoarding some of them with a cup of coffee in hand! The OLIVE CHEESE is a personal favorite, along with the Truffle Bun. The truffle bun was deadly as it also had cream cheese inside! But the best seller was the Tea infused loaf! That was one of the best food find there. Flavorful and aromatic. Sulit for a something less than 200 Php that it was wiped out early in the afternoon. They would open up a place along Emerald Ave in Ortigas.

The BROWN BAKER had these packed chocolate goodies. One was ferrero flavored, another dark chocolate and one tea infused. Incredible!
Crunchy belly chicharon like munchies were right beside brown baker. Need more rice and its a steal!
Of course Madam liked it. =)

If you are into incredible dessert, the CRACK PIES would definitely lure you in. 
 Sweet yet incredibly sticky, these are cake like stuff that even SIR RICHIE of the PICKIEST EATER would be proud off. IT is definitely addictive but you need to slow down because its a SUGAR HIGH! Damn it!
 
Another dessert find was VIOLA!
They make these do it yourself cake in a jar. Interesting enough, they worked with a french chef to perfect their product. Add water, microwave and you are good to go! Instant Dessert!

BURGER & BREWSKIES was also present. Aside from their deadly burgers, I liked their grilled corn!
 Grilled for a few minutes and mixed with cheese and a bunch of spices, it definitely makes you go yum!
 Hands down, another favorite of foodies would be the  the CRUNCHY CRAB.
 
 They sell this amazing SOFT SHELL CRAB BURGERS. I liked it so much that I got it on both days. 
 

They got a stall over at Greenfield along Shaw during their Saturday Market.

All of these made me happy but being able to enjoy it with fellow foodies, friends and SO made it memorable. Cheers guys!
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All for a good cause, BEST FOOD FORWARD was able to deliver and showcase up and coming food finds in the metro. After all the sights and sounds, it was a nice feeling to know that you helped while having fun with friends and having a good time. The proceeds of this food bazaar went on over to charity.


BEST FOOD FORWARD 2014
Rockwell Powerplant Tent
Makati City

Disclaimer: Thank you very much Boss S and Nines of Nines vs. Food  for the tix. Hope you get well soon dear Nines. Bought and tasted the products so I am pretty stoked and full!Wrote this based on my experience. 

Thanks faye and SO awesome goofy time with you guys.
 
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