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NAV MODERN THAI CUISINE in KAPITOLYO, PASIG

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GUESS WHERE???!?!?! I had it a long time coming. I rarely go to Kapitolyo, Pasig for any food adventures and I knew that I couldn't refuse this invite. NAV MODERN THAI CUISINE was weeping up a storm and I was craving.

What looks like a hole in the wall resto, NAV MODERN THAI CUISINE is headed by chef Francis. This is not your ordinary guy. He heads Tipple & Slaw among other restaurants.

It has been a couple of years since I've been to Thailand. I definitely miss the place. The drinks and the street food. NAV MODERN THAI CUISINE makes the most of everything and gives us a taste of Thailand.

I know that to beat the heat, drinks got to be iced cold and refreshing. We were served ICED PANDAN and ICED THAI MILK TEA. Hits the spot!

A take on pad thai, they made them into spring rolls. These PAD THAI SPRING ROLLS are perfect for starters. The chopped nuts gives it a contrasting texture. Perfect starter.

TOM YUM FRIED CHICKEN is a soup that could make you go yumyum! I know its corny but heck the taste was definitely sour. It's a little spicy but heck it was nice.

CRAB FRIED RICE was good on its own... I know we should have went with plain rice but you can't pass on crabs!

Their version of wings, the KHAO SOI CRISPY wings was delicious. Contrasting flavors were present. Sweet, salty and a little spicy. YUMMY!

RIB EYE GREEN CURRY is perfect for meat lovers. It was tender and perfect with every bite. The fact that it had curry in it made it awesome.

Even if we were close to being full, the chef wanted us to experience this baby. THAI CRISPY PATA!!!

It had a little tang to it that made it Thaish even if this one is a FILIPINO favorite. Perfect with rice!!!

For dessert, we had the FRIED STICKY RICE. Balls made from sticky rice but deep fried. When I was in Thailand a couple of years back, I would always have this dish with every meal. I must say that their version impressed me. SARAP!

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The place is definitely a hole in the wall. It can fit around 30-50 persons. Parking maybe a problem as only 4-5 cars can fit in front. Among other things, I can say that the food is delicious and affordable. Also, you might want to try out their NAV found on the top floor of the SM MEGA FASHION MALL near the ice skating rink. Although some dishes and specialties aren't available there, you could be sure of the quality and the taste.

NAV MODERN THAI CUISINE

16-C United St. Kapitolyo, Pasig (02) 655-8395

Near ACE WATER SPA.

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Disclaimer:Wrote this based on my experience. Was invited to try out the resto.

CEBU's Little Saigon Big Bangkok with Babe For Food.

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A few months back, I found myself going out and meeting up with a dear blogger friend from down south.

You see, I had a spur of the moment Cebu Chillax Trip. I was pretty lucky to meet Cebu's Babe For Food's Justinne just a couple of weeks before that here in Manila at SILK ROAD BGC with Sir Richie. When I met her, I knew I would enjoy her company when I get to CEBU.

Thankfully, our schedules jived and I was able to hungout with her for an awesome night of fun, food and drinks.

Belated Happy Birthday Ms. Food Tourism! Sorry for the blurred shot.. LOL!

First stop on the list is LITTLE SAIGON BIG BANGKOK.

One of Cebu's well loved restaurant, LITTLE SAIGON BIG BANGKOK serves awesome Thai and Vietnamese food. Their theme is pretty much straight forward fresh street food.

Located in a Parking Lot, its quite difficult to go to the place. It is so easy to miss if you don't know where it is. You would be pretty amazed with the feel and the vibe it gives out. Alfresco seating is pretty awesome and has a light vibe. Indoor is a bit dark but definitely warrants a relaxing mood.

The owners flew in some authentic kitchen ware and did some tweaks and tricks to the dishes. They also made it a point to cook the dishes as they are ordered. Those plus awesome taste buds and a feel for the wants of the dinners, you get a pretty good food combination.

After our pleasantries, Justinne suggested the things that we NEEDED to order..

Not try but NEEDED! LOL!
Not to be missed would be the LSBB TINI (150/600Php).

This sweet yet citrusy drink definitely readies your appetite for the meal ahead. Sarap! Manong one more~!

To start the meal, we had the GOI CON or spring roll (50Php/Piece)

Spring roll with lemongrass, grilled pork and veggies. It was a little too fresh for me. You know me. LOL!

Next up is AYUTTHAYA (225Php). Its a version of their homemade Asian corn tortillas.

Thai basil chicken, roasted chile, "relleno". Definitely a must try. The flavors of the basil chicken is spot on. It was an interesting play of textures. My mouth was happy.

My favorite of the night would be their take on PAD THAI (225Php)

Fried rice noodles, tamarind, shrimp, sprouts, chilles, peanuts. I cried. I sh*t you not. A tear or two went down my cheek as I savor each bite. I don't know if it was the spices but I loved it! Crap! Now I am salivating!

For something ~~healthy~~, we had the THAI FRIED FISH (325Php).

Crispy fillet, mango salsa, Thai chilie sauce. I loved the salsa. It compliments the fish pretty well.

The last dish we had was the BANH XEO.(295Php)

Crispy coconut milk crepe with shrimp, pork, sprouts and lettuce. For me, it lacked that crispy level one should have for this dish. Although the flavors were exceptional, the texture was a little lacking.

Overall, it was a nice place to relax and enjoy good food. Better than everything else, I enjoyed the company. Thank you Justinne for bringing me here and letting me enjoy their dishes. I so love it.

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LITTLE SAIGON BIG BANGKOK
"located centrally at the back of Mango Square Mall.
Enter parking lot on J. Osmena street just off of Fuente Osmena Circle.
We have seating for 25 guests in a well-ventilated al fresco dining room."
http://littlesaigonbigbangkok.com/

P.S.
It seems to me that they changed their location. When I visited them, I was able to speak with Mark, owner of the resto, and he had planned to move the location of the restaurant. Well apparently, they moved it already to their new spot in Mango Square Mall.