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Showing posts with label pampanga food trip. Show all posts
Monday, March 26, 2018
5 REASONS TO CHOOSE GENESIS P2P WHEN GOING TO CLARK AIRPORT

To be honest, I like to drive but with heavy traffic and the burden of finding a parking space, is something that makes me think twice. With the new P2P service that GENESIS TRANSPORT offers, it's the perfect way out. The Point to point service that I recently tried was their TRINOMA to CLARK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Route and vice versa.
Loading area right beside the MRT/Landmark Entrance along Edsa
Here are 5 reasons why I chose GENESIS P2P when going to Clark International Airport.
1. It leaves on time. This is an important factor why the P2P service from Genesis Transport is successful. The schedule that they offer is quite convenient for travelers and people that need to get to their destination on time. From Trinoma, there are 2 locations where you could hop on. The first one would be their "garage" which is located on the side of the MRT STATION along EDSA. It's actually near the Landmark Entrance of TRINOMA. The other one would be the Clark Airport Lounge on the North Edsa Avenue Side of Trinoma. Here, it's quite comfortable as there are chairs, a/c and even television for the waiting public.
2. The Buses they use are BRAND NEW. Each seat is clean and comfortable. Plus, the a/c is surprisingly cold. Don't worry though, each outlet could be turned on or off depending on your preference. They also have compartments for your big luggages. As such, you're assured that there's room for everything and everyone.
3. Since the bus doesn't make any unscheduled stops, you are assured that your trip is SECURED. Each bus is equipped with cctv and gps for your safety. Admittedly, you can't control the time that you would arrive but at least you can be prepared. Remember to be at the airport 2 hours before any domestic flight and 3 hours prior to an international one. From Trinoma, it would usually take 2 hours give or take before getting to Clark International Airport.
4. The buses are modern and uses technology for everyone's convenience. Gone are the days that riders would be bored. The buses that plight this route offers free and fast internet access. Aside from the USB ports that could be used for charging devices, I was pleased to see that the internet connection via their wifi hotspot was fast and reliable. I was able to do a little bit of work during the quick trip.
Outside of the Arrivals Area of the CLARK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. This is where the fleet of Genesis buses will wait for you.
5. They have very informative and friendly staff. Once I arrived at the station, I was assisted with my luggage. Plus everyone answered my queries with regards to the different things that I needed. They even gave a couple of tips when one visits Clark.
To further help you, this is the schedule for their trips to and from Clark International Airport via the P2P bus. As you can see, the price is quite affordable. With almost hourly dispacthes, you can definitely get to your destination on time, fresh, and well rested. Don't forget, they also have a route that services the Naia3-Clark International Aiport. 
Head on over to the Facebook Page of Genesis Transport. There, you could check out their latest updates, price changes, and other information that you may need when you travel.



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Monday, June 6, 2016
CAFE FLEUR by Chef Sau in Pampanga


The first time I met Chef Sau in person was when he curated the buffet at Solaire. He was simple, funny and unassuming. The dishes he dished out were pretty good. So I was pretty excited when I learned that CAFE FLEUR would be part of our Pampanga Food Trip.
 Wanting to level up the Kapangpangan cuisine, Chef Sau del Rosario sought out to make a dent in the food industry by creating CAFE FLEUR. A renovated ancestral home, the building where CAFE FLEUR is located is something that goes well with its surrounding. It seems like any old house but with all the modern luxuries in it. The first floor has a couple of rooms that gives different personalities. One is very cafe like while the other seems to be an Asian marketplace.

The second floor houses a couple of rooms that would be great for small gatherings. Very artsy and works well with the overall theme of the restaurant.

Once settled down, a curated menu with selection of delicious dishes were served.
Tamales Pampanguena was the start. This has got to be one of the best Tamales I have tasted. The texture wasn't slimey nor was it hard. It was somewhere in the middle. Not really gelatinous but each bite reminded me of my childhood. The TINAPA TRUFFLE MOUSSE though was just astounding. The tinapa or smoked fish worked well with the truffle. Getting their homemade bread and dipping it in the mousse was just delightful. Smokey and truffle, it works.

The PAKO SAVAGE is your basic salad. This fern is actually abundant in Pampanga. Mixed with a slight sweet vinaigrette, it's pretty healthy and good.

Pampanga has been known for the SISIG. Sisig is your basic sum of all pork cuts placed in one delicious dish. Mixed and usually served on a sizzling plate, it has been said that Sisig is originally from PAMPANGA so my expectations were pretty high. Glad that they delivered. The addition of the poached egg made the dish whole.

The SISIG ala Chef Eric is something that was served and demonstrated during the world street food congress held recently here in Manila. I'm glad that I was able to experience it.

The CRISPY OKOY and SHRIMPS was done masterfully. The addition of the papaya as an agent to bring them all ingredients together made it a joy to eat. There was a slight sweet streak in this crunchy dish.

For the pasta course, the CITRUS ALIGUE PASTA was served. To appreciate this fully, you need to eat it as soon as possible. The sauce is tasty and deadly because of the aligue or crab fat. It could also dry up pretty quick too so it's best to mix it all up once you get it.

Fish lovers would also enjoy the RELLENONG BANGUS. It is creamy and the bangus or milkfish is a little smokey and goes well with the decadent sauce.

The ULANG GUAVA SINIGANG is a stroke of genius. The guava was used as a souring agent to this sinigang. The soup, served separately, is delicious and is perfect with the meal. Partnered with rice, you would definitely ask for seconds.

The LAMB SHANK CALDERETA has a very distinct taste. The lamb meat was tender. The tomato sauce alongside the other vegetables, works well.
The highlight of the meal though would be the PORK BELLY with truffled macadamia kare-kare. The pork belly was crispy while the kare-kare sauce was made with macadamia nuts. Usually, roasted peanuts are used to make the sauce. In this instance, the sauce had a sweet kick to it because of the macadamia.
It was an excellent meal. All the necessary elements of a great experience were there.
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From the start to the finish, the experience was amazing. CAFE FLEUR is a welcome addition to the PAMPANGA Food Scene. The service was impeccable and the knowledge of the staff about each dish was spot on. None of that usual generic answer. Rather, they would and could explain each dish pretty well.

RELATED LINKS:
 House of Chops: The perfect stopover in Pampanga
10 Dishes to try at the World Street Food Congress

Solaire's Fresh: Chef Sau's Filipino Food Festival

CAFE FLEUR
L-463B Miranda St. Brgy Sto. Rosario
Angeles City, Pampanga
0995 313 8413
Across Imerex Plaza Hotel


Disclaimer: was invited to this restaurant. wrote this based on my experience.
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Friday, June 3, 2016
HOUSE OF CHOPS: The Perfect Stopover in Pampanga


On a single day, I was able to experience amazing food up north. I was lucky enough to have a Pampanga food trip just a few weeks ago that I knew I needed to share the information to my friends and readers. The first restaurant on the list was HOUSE OF CHOPS.
Located in the CLARK, PAMPANGA this restaurant is right beside the iconic BINULO restaurant.
The family style dining is just perfect for everyone. The serving size of the dishes are pretty huge and are good for 2-3 persons. No wonder this has become one of those restaurants that could serve as the perfect stopover.

Right from the get go, huge platters of different meat were placed on the table.
Different side dishes accompanied the platters that I was a bit confused on where to start. Something that I know I must overcome. 
The first one to be served was the CRACKLING PORK BELLY ROAST with MISO BUTTER. This baby right here can be your fried crispy delight. Each bite gave me a mini heart attack but it was worth it. You could hear that crunch sound each time you chew. It was definitely deep fried perfect.
For LAMB lovers, they have the BALSAMIC GLAZED LAMB RIBS. For the purist, this might not appeal to you as this is not partnered with the usual mint sauce. Still, I would ask that you give it a try. The meat was tender and fall of the bone. The balsamic glaze gave it a sweet finish.
The next dish was every guy's wet dream. The US COUNTRY FRIED STEAK with SAUSAGE GRAVY. The huge slab of steak cooked in a fried chicken style made it a joy to eat. Blending the right flavor, makes me salivate right this moment.
Another must try is the US BEEF BELLY. This is slow roasted perfection. Accompanied by Peppercorn Gravy, each bite gives you a nice soft tender mouthfull.

The crowd favorite though would have to be the THREE CHEESE and BACON STUFFED DOUBLE CUT PORK CHOP.
This gooey madness is perfection. I kid you not when I say that the meat was moist and tender and well marinated. It was soft and was the top pick for that lunch.
If there was one thing that HOUSE OF CHOPS could improve on would be their dessert offerings. Maybe they could do better than a banoffee. Since the mains were pretty heavy, something light would do it.
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HUGE SERVINGS and guaranteed family style dining, HOUSE OF CHOPS is the perfect stopover to visit. The service was pleasant and the food was top notch. Granted that the dishes might be a little pricey but the quality and the serving size makes up for it. Cheers.


HOUSE OF CHOPS
Lot 31, Manuel A. Roxas Hwy, 
Clark Freeport, Angeles, 2009 Pampanga, Philippines
(Right Beside Binulo)
FACEBOOK of HOUSE OF CHOPS



Disclaimer:was invited to try out this restaurant. Wrote this based on my experience.
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