Kowloon House West

What could be a better way to spend a cold day when you got nothing else to do than having a beer and a feast of good food with your good friends? I can't think of anything.

Since I have an alcohol tolerance of an infant, I have come to terms with the fact that beer sessions with friends is one way to appreciate good pulutan rather than forcing myself to keep pace with friends who are naturally a beer drinker. And for that matter, Kowloon House is not a disappointment.

Known for their best Siopao in the metro, Kowloon House West other foods are equally commendable.

I have been to this resto for a number of times but mostly, it was for gatherings, meaning I get to eat food inside the resto's main building.

But this particular day is different. Since I am with my guy friends, I have to be a cowboy. Since to have a cold beer is the goal of the day, we settle outside the main building where their take-out and inuman area are located.

The place is resembles that of simple carinderia hence, diners would have to sit in a monoblock chairs if not made out of wood. Since it is an open area, the ventilation is good, well at least on that day because it was slightly raining.

But one should not be deceived because the food is well, the same as the one that they are serving inside the resto, meaning, everything is very affordable and good.

Kowloon House, West Ave.
16 West Ave.
Quezon City, Metro Manila
(02) 372-3685 to 92 loc 102-104

Delifrance and My Secret Santa

 UPDATE: Delifrance today goes by the brand name Cafe France.

Christmas is just around the corner, luckily, Delifrance is adding a dash of endearing and a large dose of generosity to the usual kris kringle, turning it into a metro-wide phenomenon with their Secret Santa '08.

Delifrance is giving you the chance to give out delectable goodies to your friends by visiting their website and participating in the Secret Santa '08. In the website, you can send out coupons to your friends, who can claim these yummy treats at the nearest Delifrance outlet.

Everyone can become a Secret Santa and send delectable Delifrance treats to as many of their friends and loved ones for FREE.

I already got mine! :) thanks to my secret santa (my sister).

Secret Santas partaking in this grand holiday gesture can choose from two special goodies: Almond Star Cookies and Chocolate Chip Almond Biscotti.

To participate in the My Secret Santa campaign, simply log on to mysecretsanta08.com

For additional questions and inquiries, please contact the Main Office at 642-0021. Visit Delifrance branches at AIM Conference Center, Glorietta, Insular Life Bldg, RCBC Plaza, SM Makati, Ayala Tower 1, Valero Makati, Zeta Building Legazpi Village Makati, Robinsons Place Manila, U.N. Avenue, Festival Supermall, Alabang Town Center, SM Mall of Asia, The Podium, C5 Libis, St. Luke’s, Greenhills Theater Mall, Roosevelt Greenhills, Philippine Heart Center, Shell SLEX Southbound, Shell SLEX Northbound, Shell NLEX, NAIA – Domestic, NAIA 2 – International, NAIA – Old Domestic, NAIA 3, and International School Manila.

Fazoli's at Eastwood City Libis (New Name: Ristorante Bigoli)

UPDATE:

Fazoli's has changed it's name to Ristorante Bigoli. (2012)

For a quick yet delicious pasta and pizza fix, I must say that Fazoli's is one restaurant everyone should try.

Located in the heart of Eastwood City in Libis, what sets this Italian Resto from the rest is the good quality of food for a low price. It is indeed a good alternative to standard fast food fare.
You can have a warm casual dining experience at Fazoli's on a quick serve.

Since, it has never been a high profile resto, it has none of those just-to-be-seen crowd like those in other Italian Resto in the metro. Therefore, you can avoid the hassle of long lines and seats already taken.


We tried out their set meal of Pizza, Pasta, and Chicken for a 100+ bucks only. Aside from that, we got our own share of hot-from-the-oven garlic bread, free of charge.

For this set meal, you can have a choice of either pasta in red or white sauce, then a choices of pepperoni or cheese for your pizza as well. Though their drink is not included in the set, you can expect not to spend more money as you can go bottomless on your Iced Tea, Juice, or Soft drinks for only 45 pesos.

Considering the moderate price at Fazoli's, their ammenities are often found in a high end restaurant and the service is good as well.

You have to take note that Fazoli's can be considered as a fast food joint for all it's intent and purposes. You order on the counter, you'll get your number, and then wait for your order. But the quality of their service does not end within the boundary of their food counter, as any customer can always ask for the server's assistance should they need one.

Fazoli's
Eastwood City Walk 1
Eastwood City Cyberpark, E. Rodriguez Jr. Ave., Bagumbayan, Libis
Quezon City, Metro Manila
(02) 421-0453