Kaya Toast Set at Toast Box Philippines

It was a quick brunch, one among many where I am pressed for time to grab something quick otherwise; I’ll be late in a meeting or collapse while at it due to an empty stomach.  While I’ve always relied on Kopi Roti and Yakun Kaya Toast for my Kaya Toast fix as breakfast, I’ve decided to try Toast Box this time considering it was the most convenient restaurant to go to at that time.

I would have tried those interesting looking dishes on their menu if only I wasn’t in a hurry.  Instead, I grabbed their Traditional Toast Set just so I can have a prelude to a possible gastronomical affair.  With all the raves, I admit to set a high expectation for Toast Box.

The set includes two soft-boiled eggs, kaya toasts, and a choice of kopi or teh (milk tea).

Php 50 Ice Blended Drinks at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, The Avenue of the Arts Branch

Good news to my fellow CBTL lovers especially to those in Manila area.

True to their goal of providing Filipinos with the best coffee and tea available to as many people as they possibly can, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will open another branch tomorrow December 10, 2011.  The new location is at the Avenue of the Arts along Roxas Boulevard, right across the American Embassy.

Moreover, starting December 10, 2011 up to December 17, 2011 from 12:30pm to 1:30pm, you can purchase the Regular Mocha, Vanilla and Caramel Ice Blended Drinks at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® branch in Avenue of the Arts for only Php 50!

[BORACAY] Mandarin Spa at Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel

Some friends say that a visit at Boracay Island wouldn’t be complete without having a spa session.  After all, it is almost always the culmination of one relaxing getaway.  Good thing that our stay at Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel includes a spa session at the Mandarin Spa.

I was torn choosing between Traditional Filipino Hilot, which the Mandarin Spa was known for, and the Aroma Stone Therapy but decided to go with the latter.  Traditional massage technique using volcanic basalt stone which promises to release muscular tension and balance the spirit sound mystically enticing to me, so I decided to give it a go.

Tree Lighting Ceremony and Christmas Festivities at Pan Pacific Manila

I have to pause sharing with you my recent trip to Boracay for now not just because it is more thrilling that way but also because I am too excited to dish out some good news from our friends at Pan Pacific Hotel Manila. 

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Last December 1, 2011 the first and finest Butler hotel in the Philippines welcomed the holiday season with its annual tree lighting ceremony held at the hotel’s lobby. In line with their “go green” initiative, beautiful ornaments inspired by the hotel’s 2012 theme: “Save Energy, Save Lives” decorates the lobby while the hotel’s singing ambassadors, the Butler Chorale, serenaded the guests during the event with their favorite Christmas carols.

Pan Pacific Manila’s Fire-Inspired Christmas Tree

[BORACAY] A Peek to the Other Rooms, Suites, and Penthouse of Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel

During our stay at Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel we were given a chance to take a peek to other rooms, suites, and penthouse that the property boasts of. While I am more than happy with the hotel room where I am staying in, I cannot help but feel excited to plan yet another visit at the hotel and book the other rooms I find really impressive. 

Given the room rates at Boracay Madarin Island Hotel, I must say that the prices are indeed very reasonable considering the quality of rooms. What makes it all the more worth it is the view of the Boracay shore just right in front of the hotel.

[BORACAY] A Stay at Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel

Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel is one of the Beach Front View Hotels located at Station 2 of Boracay Island here in the Philippines. Known for its pristine beach, Boracay Island is one of those destination that a lot of locals and tourists have been visiting.

While there are a lot of hotel accommodations at Boracay, Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel is one of the few who have bagged numbers of awards due to its great service and high quality facilities. 

Together with some of my blogger friends, I was able to check out Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel during our visit to the island. And let me tell you, it was an amazing experience that I cannot wait to bring my loved ones here and have them experience the grand time I had at the hotel while in Boracay.

Bag of Beans Tagaytay City, Revisited

They say that in a perfect world broken heart, dampen spirit, and bruised ego can be healed by a sip of caramel macchiato or a bite or two of your favorite cheesecake.  We are not in a perfect world.  We are far from it.  But the wonder of life lies in the endless beautiful possibilities despite imperfections.  And who says that we cannot create our own perfect world amidst the chaos?  No matter how tough things that life can deal with us, there are ways to heal.  Always.

Most of the saddest moments in my life, Tagaytay City is probably one place I always find myself ending up at.  Far enough to leave whatever it is that must be forgotten, but near enough to have a strong grip in the reality that I have to go back to.  There are several places in this City that I find comforting, and one of them is Bag of Beans.

We are one of the Finalists for The Philippine Blog Awards 2011 Food and Beverage Category

Image from PBA website

There couldn’t be a better way to start this beautiful month of December by posting one of the many things I am grateful for.  Through God’s goodness and wonderful grace,  YedyLicious is one of the finalists for the Philippine Blog Awards 2011 Food and Beverage Category for both Luzon and National Level.  For that, I am sincerely grateful.

My friends and fellow foodies Mhel, Ken, Smarla, Jill, and some of my favorite food bloggers are also finalists for the Food and Beverage Category, and I am honored to be one of them.

Philippine Blog Awards 2011 Finalists for Food and Beverage Category – National Level

Philippine Blog Awards 2011 Finalists for Food and Beverage Category – Luzon Level

Nothing beats the feeling when people recognize the things that you work hard for out of sheer passion and love for the craft.  I salute The Philippine Blog Awards for recognizing our country’s outstanding blogs since 2007.  Thank you for being an inspiration to us bloggers, to be the best at what we do.

The Philippine Blog Awards will be held on the 3rd of December 6:00 pm at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati City Metro Manila.

All glory to God.