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Monday, May 18, 2020
SEVEN THINGS I ATE DURING THIS QUARANTINE: Foods To Try In Metro Manila

 It has been a roller coaster ride for the past few weeks. Metro Manila is one of the worst hit in the Philippines. Places were placed on lockdown and one could not go out of their houses without the right reasons. For health and safety wise, this was a good idea. Although, mass testing would be a key part of helping the community. Anyways, I'm here to get off the couch and write about the things that I bought or received that might tickle your fancy. During this quarantine, you can't really go to a restaurant and eat there. The best solution is to either cook or have your food delivered. Here are some of the things I ate during this metro manila freeze.
For my sweet tooth, I went for some TAZA PLATITO's everything but the kitchen sink cookies. From marshmallows to pretzels, and nuts and chocolate. These are really good and would certainly help your appetite. Sometimes in the middle of the night, I would sneak off to the cookie jar and get some of these babies. You can read more about taza platito here.
 For some afternoon snacks, one could go for MERASHIAN'S chicken pie. These empanada like pies are really good. The crust are just right. The filling wasn't dry. It actually reminded me of those red ribbon snacks. Just put them in the toaster and they should be fine. Thank you very much Mitch and Mikee for this.
 I'm no longer a house of bao virgin. That's what I told myself yesterday. As I tried it, the smell and taste reminded me of my travels to Taipei. These little munchins from HOUSE OF BAO were moist and just right. There are actually 3 flavors to choose from. Chicken, vegetarian, and the pork. If I was going to order again, it would be all pork. Reheating them on a pan with little oil and water works well as it gives you a toasty bottom.
 One of the most easiest transaction I have ever made during this quarantine period would be with FALAFEL YO. You just need to go to their website and they will handle everything. From ordering, payment via credit card, and even delivery. The falafels hit the spot. Ever since I have tasted them a few years back, I realized that I actually like these little balls. Deep fried, they are sandwiched in pita bread. Add a little bit of hummus and even fries and everything would be fine. This is comfort food at its finest.
 See that popsicle stick? Yes, it's from that restaurant. LIVESTOCK is known for having crunchy skin crispy pata with moist and delicious meat inside. Ever since I tried Livestock, I have tried them a number of times. From deliveries to takeouts, and even dine in, this place has a lot of fond memories. Aside from crispy pata, they're also known for other Filipino dishes. You can read more about livestock here.



For people craving for ramen, one place that now has a take home packet would be RAMEN NAGI. Since a couple of weeks back, they started piloting ramen boxes. These small boxes have a lot of ingredients for you to take home and reheat. From there, you got your own bowl of ramen. Aside from ramen, they also offer other dishes like karaage. You can read about ramen nagi here.
 One of the first restaurants to stay open in UP TOWN KATIPUNAN would be MAMA LOUS. They were the first restaurant I tried out when Metro Manila was in lockdown. The food was okay but it was a little bit of hassle coordinating pick up. I understand that during this time we need to be a little more patient. Aside from some ordered items missing and being late when the pickup time was confirmed, the food was okay. It was good enough to heed my cravings.

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 During this time, I hope everybody could keep safe and sound. Remember that our rights are synonymous to respecting others as well. When going out, please wear the proper PPE and do social distancing. Stop touching your mask and moving it around. Stay safe.





Disclaimer: bought all of these food except for the merashian chicken pie as they were given as a gift.
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Wednesday, September 9, 2015
GO-EN RAMEN: Adding a little spank to Japanese Food.

Japanese comfort food is hard to find nowadays. It's either the food is lousy or too expensive. Luckily, I found a nice restaurant with the perfect Japanese ambiance and amazing food at an affordable price.

GO-EN RAMEN is a quiet Japanese Restaurant that you could not see from the street. You need to really know the place if you are planning to go here. Located in the same compound as LIVESTOCK (click here for my livestock experience), you could be assured of privacy and also of quiet time.

Once you enter the place, you are greeted by these adorable and cute Japanese Toys. 
These are what you call KENDAMA. The basic objective is to catch the ball on a specific part of the wooden toy.   


I also liked that they sell these things alongside manga and other Japanese novelty items.

 One thing that you must take note of is that the KENDAMA is the way for you to be able to get a cheaper meal. How? You just have to do the trick they ask for consecutively and you can get as high as 50% off your meal. 

 The OWNER JOHN looks and talks like an American but has been a resident of JAPAN for the longest time. He brought his love for the Japanese culture to the Philippines and as such, GO-EN was born. 
Definitely the right way to start a Japanese meal, GYOZA (250Php) was served. One bite and I was impressed. As GO-EN ramen seemed like a hole in a wall place, I didn't know that they could deliver food of this quality. 

The CHICKEN KARA-AGE (250Php) is something that would force you to order rice.  The chicken meat is moist and the outer shell is perfect. Not overly crunchy but just right with every bite.

One thing that I enjoyed with my Japanese trip was having to experience Japanese Pancakes. Good thing that GO-EN also serve these goodies. The OKONOMIYAKI (350Php) though is not your ordinary pancake. IT is borderline omelette and pancake. 
 Their version has crispy bacon on top that gives the texture some crunch. Also, having the right amount of sweetness definitely got me enjoying this dish. 

It was a pleasant surprise as I was able to enjoy some of their RAMEN DISHES. 

First up was the TANTANMEN RAMEN (380Php). This dish right here has been a corner stone of every ramen house I have visited. One thing to note though, it is usually spicy. GO-EN's version is lowered down a notch. According to the owners, certain customers love the taste but has had trouble with the heat level, as such tweaked it a bit to make it less spicy. Some Japanese Condiments are available to add just in case you want it fiery hot.

A definite crowd favorite, the CHEESE RAMEN (350Php) is a stunner at first look. Being topped with a lot of cheese, the chef wanted for the diners to taste it one level at a time. Not really to mix everything in the fray, it would be best to have a bite that has the complete set up. I liked that the cheese went well with the broth. Adding some corn gives it more texture too.

 A safe bet for everyone though is the KOGASHI SHOYU (380Php). Shoyu or soy based, you get a taste of the chicken broth used alongside the soy. It may have a little smoky flavor but the addition of the different toppings and meat makes it a hearty meal.

For dessert, we got the MOCHI ICE CREAM (80Php). The Sakura Flavored dessert is a thing of beauty. As big as my hand, it has a neutral vanilla ice cream in the middle while the outer skin has the right amount of chewyness and softness. I enjoyed having it with every bite. Just a little secret though, the owners hand carry the ingredient to make the perfect mochi from Japan. So, it's that special. 
This is definitely a must GET DESSERT!!!

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Aside from their starters and ramen flavors, GO-EN also serves a few more Japanese dishes that you could enjoy. Rather than usual one trick pony, their kitchen is a joy to watch. The fact that you could also get a huge discount with every meal makes you wonder when you will return. Cheers GO-EN. Can't wait to go back and play more KENDAMA


GO-EN RAMEN is located in the same compound as LIVESTOCK.

GO-EN RAMEN
34 Sgt Esguerra , Quezon City
Metro Manila
http://www.goenramen.com
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Disclaimer: was invited to try out the restaurant. Wrote this based on my opinion.
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Monday, June 2, 2014
Livestock: Where You Pig Out!!!

Bacon Bacon Bacon ... Pork Pork Pork.. Enough said!!! I must have been circling the area  twice just to figure out that I am lost. Stupid me couldn't find the Livestock because a map I looked at over the internet (read: Zomato) placed the restaurant on the wrong side of the long Sgt. Esguerra Avenue. Argh. That and the GPS on my SUV can't work for its life... But on that steamy, hot and sweaty lunch time, I had one the most epic meals I had in a long time. Yeap..It was worth it.

 What used to be a place where you would see JT Manukans and other grill restaurants, was now transformed into a compound where some up and coming restaurants are located. One building was solely dedicated to Livestock. The place famous for one thing. PIG!!!!!!! 
I got an invite from Sir Richie of Pickiesteater like 11am and I know if its from him.. I would definitely say yes..Even if I was half asleep on my cozy bed and butt naked... but that's another story for another day LOL!

Along with awesome old school veteran food blogger friends (peace po!!!), we started the meal with something genius.
The Pig Wings (3pcs 320/ 5 pcs 440). Crispy bacon wrapped chicken wings in buffalo sauce.
At first, it looked to me as if they were huge shrimps. I was pleasantly surprised to figure out that its just chicken wrapped with bacon!!! YUMMY!
The Drunken Mussels (330Php)  
I am not much into tahong or mussel so I just tasted the soup and it was lovely. The soup had a base of beer broth and of course some herbs.
As if to say, hey let's start with something a little bit different, we were served Seafood Laksa Soup (290Php.)
For someone who loves to get healthy at times, they got a Ceasar Salad (230Php). 
Just move the bacon aka lechon kawali aside and you are good to go.. Personally though, I love the crunch it gives so no I won't be moving it aside. hahahaha!

They also offered their take on Pork Cheek Ragu (375Php).
The red wine sauce complemented the pasta very well.
To accompany the pasta, one also must have pizza. Wouldn't you know it that this particular place also serves pizza. We had the Adobo & Kesong Puti Pizza (395Php).
Quite weird combination but it really works.
Before the main events, the Mushroom Duxelle Fish Fillet (289Php) were presented to us.
Fillet of fish in lemon butter caper sauce then topped with mushroom duxelles. The topping of mushroom really works well!!! Yummy!


and now comes the big boys. 

The first of whom is the Livestock Crackling Pork Belly 
(300g 290Php 500g 490Php 1k 895Php.)
This epic of a piece of meat has a crunchy exterior skin and a flavorful meat inside.
The meat is soft and tender. The choice of sauces compliments it well.
In case you aren't a pork belly fan, well I know that you are a crispy pata person! You better be!!!
The Melts In Your Mouth Crispy Pata (590Php)
This baby is awesome!!! The fact that you could use a popsicle stick to crack this open is epic!
The flavor also doesn't disappoint. With the sauce and the meat you won't go wrong.
Just get a cup or two of plain rice and you are set!!!!

With livestock, in case you haven't seen the pattern yet, they try to incorporate everything with bacon!!! So you would definitely enjoy their Bacon Ice Cream Sandwich. (180Php)
It is their take on French Toast and ice cream but with bacon in it. Definitely yummy and it works!!!
Now for those health nuts, they also have the Salted Chocolate Fondue (210Php)

I love how the kiwi, banana and the mallows goes well with their chocolate dip mix. It was the right amount of texture and it was smooth and fine.

I enjoyed the meal too much that of course, we couldn't finish everything. It was also interesting to talk and dine and have fun with cool bloggers. (Mama bear of Sugargospice.com, Kathi of Mucking Around Manila, Len of The Mommist, Richie of The Pickiest Eater and of course his lovely Birthday Girl wifey Rina of Rina's Rainbow.)


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Livestock Restaurant Bar
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34 Sgt. Esguerra Ave. Brgy. South Triangle,
1103 Quezon City, Philippines

11:00am to 2am
(02) 332 0409.

Disclaimer: was invited by Richie and of Livestock. I wrote this post based on my experience and the opinions stated here are mine alone.
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