San Miguel Oktoberfest Pulutan Battle at Thumbayan Biñan

I was so grateful to be invited as a judge last last week for the Oktoberfest Pulutan Battle at Thumbayan Biñan! Ang sasarap ng foods. It was really a challenge to judge the top 5 best dishes. If I could only make everyone win.  :) 

South people, let's support Thumbayan to win the South Luzon Battle by voting on their fb page or by visiting their food park at Biñan! Let's make Laguna represent the south luzon for the National Finals!

Here's how: 
To support our challengers bumili ng pulutan na may kasamang malamig na SAN MIGUEL BEER sa halagang 160.00 pesos.
Ang used cups ninyo ay equivalent na SMB Premium items.

2 used cups = 1 head cap
4 used cups = 1 t-shirt
6 used cups = 1 SMB special mug

Here are the yummy food entries from Thumbayan: 

This weekend is the best way to visit Thumbayan! There will be live bands, fun games and shows so you'll definitely enjoy your stay :)

Thumbayan Biñan is located at Manabat Street barangay san Antonio, Biñan City

New Food Stalls to Watch Out For at BFBTC!

Thought my global search for great foods at Buendia Food by the Court ended? Not yet! They still have some new stores to watch out

for!

Burgers Meet Wings or BMW 

#FirstBuildYourOwnBurger

One thing I liked about BMW’s burger is the big and tasty patty! It was a homemade recipe by the owners so you'll know that the taste is really authentic and one-of-a-kind.

Their best seller: The 'Ultimate Cheeseburger' 

Php 230

(good for 2-3 persons) Look at those cheese! Yum!

They also have Set Meals which you can try:

Burgers & Wings - Php 189

Burger & Wedges - Php149

Wings & Wedges - Php129

You can easily spot their colored glasses (with lights) at night too! Yes, it lights up with different colors. Very instagrammable! They got blue raspberry, strawberry and/or mix slushes.

IG: @burgers_meet_wings

RJ's BOWL-GOGI 

Korean Rice Bowl

I know you longed to taste the yummiest korean foods! They are all here! Dream come true for us. 

Chicken Large Fried Steak

(choice of chicken and pork)

Php 170

Beef Bul-Bowl

This meal has bean sprouts, Bulgogi, Fried egg, kangkong,carrots and zucchini! All-star-cast for the ingredients, yes!

 You can also choose the meat. They got spicy pork, grilled chicken, marinated beef, samgyeopsal or all meat.

Crispy Fried Shiitake Mushroom - Php 150

Try this belly fillers and I'm sure you'll keep on munching without noticing they're all gone. The photo doesn't give justice how yummy it tastes!

IG: @rjsbowlgogi

Keso Kumpadre

You know I'm a potato/fries, pizza and cheese lover. Keso Kumpadre combined everything - it's mind and tummy torture! haha! So guess how hard it was for me taking these shots when I think of eating 'em right away! 

Pizza Fries Php170

(Ham and Bacon, Pepperoni and Beef Steak Chleone)

Poutine Php 170

Citrus and Minty Lemon 

IG: @kesokumpadre

ICE COLD

And of course, quench your thirst with Buendia Food by the Court's very own Ice Cold!

Buendia Food By The Court is located at 24 Sen G. Puyat Avenue corner Bautista Street, Brgy. San Isidro, Makati City. 

Trying Out Chinese and Japanese Foods: Little Kodo and Shangkee

I've been gaining weight lately. I know, I know.. I've been eating a lot and visiting Buendia Food by the Court every now and then but ain't got no complains, people! I loved eating there anyway. 

One thing I'm hooked about this food park is the global twist with the food stalls that are present in the area.  Like when you're in the mood to try Japanese foods, your taste buds yearns Chinese delicacies or you're just hungry and want to try something new. Whatever you feel like eating or whatever floats your boat, there's 20 stores to fill your hungry tummy! 

For this blog post, I'll show you what my favorite foodies from their Japanese and Chinese food stalls! 

Shangkee Chinese Buns Delicacies

Everybody knows Siopao but have you heard Chinese people’s staple food, Cuapao? You'll miss half of your life if you won't discover this, I tell you. It’s an all-day meal: for breakfast, lunch, snack or dinner - anytime of the day! It’s very handy that you can just grab a bite anywhere you are. 

The next best thing is the price! It's only 150php - so worth it for a Jumbo Cuapao!

You can choose between Crispy Chicken, Peppery Beef, Chicken Teriyaki, Pulled Pork, All American, Ham and Cheese and all-time fave Classic Pork Belly! 

Classic Pork Belly

Christine Choco 
Co-owner of Shangkee

I want to try their ham and cheese on my next visit! Who wants to come with me? *happy dance*

Follow their IG at: @shangkeebunsph

If you're into Japanese foods, there's Little Kodo at this food park!

Takoyaki  P70

(Japanese Balls) Minced Veggies with bits of Octopus) 4pcs

My pick from them is the Takoyaki! It’s Siksik and sulit! It’s soft and tasty too. You know, I’m very picky whenever I eat Takoyaki since some Japanese food stalls doesn’t have much fillings inside. I tried a LOT of it from different stores from anywhere already (It's my go-to food, btw) but this one from Little Kodo is definitely one of the best I’ve tasted. 

Okonoiyaki  P150

Japanese Pancake (mixed veggies with bacon)
My second fave! Everyone should try this.

Ramen P150 

pork or chicken noodles with creamy soup

Ramen, Donburi, Gyoza, Sushi and other Japanese streets foods are there waiting for you too! 

Owner of Little Kodo

FB: Little Kodo

Look no further and visit everyone's fave food park, Buendia Food by the Court. I can't wait for these two stores to expand and grow to different branches and reach the South too! (I'm from the South,fyi)

Will you be visiting Shangkee and Little Kodo soon? Tell us what you think and drop a PM!

Buendia Food by the Court is just 10 minutes away from the Makati Central Business District. Buendia Food By The Court is located at 24 Sen G. Puyat Avenue corner Bautista Street, Brgy. San Isidro, Makati City. 

It's open from 5pm - 12mn

There are spaces for parking, no need to worry. 

Brothers' Blends: Farm to Table Cafe

Buendia Food by the Court had their opening a few weeks back yet they gained popularity so fast already. There is so much hype and they conquered my feed.  I think everybody is curious and interested of this new concept (Food Park with 17 food stalls beside a basketball court). Who wouldn’t be anyway, right? The crowd speaks itself.

But like what they always say, there’s always a cherry-on-top. A lot will agree, it would be Brothers’ Blends, Farm to Table Café. Want to know why? Read on.

1.     They sell organic cold-pressed juices and smoothie blends with different vegie and fruits named under different seasons. Their best seller for smoothie is the Summer Blend. It'll give you the feeling of summer even in winter season time. 

2.     Have you tried fruit infused juices yet? They have freshly made and freshly serve juices there.  (When I visited their store, they offer Lemonade from Sagada infused with watermelon, cucumber and mint)

3.     I literally and figuratively love ice cream, I swear I can finish a lot in one sitting. And it’s awesome that they have it there too! It's an ice cream in a coconut shell to be precise. The concept was originally come from Thailand and they brought it here so everyone can experience how it was like. Plus, the ice cream is 100% natural, made of fruits, herbs and topped with natural fruits. Interesting, isn’t it? And by the way, they have new products which you can try like Ice Cream Frappe topped with their 100% natural ice cream. 

4.     Watch out for their healthy bottled drinks (since it’s fresh and organic it will ony last for 5 days) and Make-your-own Quarter pound Wraps coming out next month!

5.     Some find it hard to balance workout and work leaving us unhealthy but this café's thoughts about organic living and goals about being healthy caught  our attention, really.

6.     They don’t have preservatives or artificial flavours added for their fruit juices and blends. It’s all natural!

7.     All juice blends doesn’t have ice, no water and not blended. It’s just pure skills.

8.     They got their ingredients from local farms. And surprisingly, they reached 1 ton of fruits and veggies already in less than  a month. One thing I like about their shop is their genuine love for local farmers, getting products without any middleman or distributors. The owners buy and go straight to them.

 

9.     They had the best coffee. Okay, I’m really not a coffee lover but I seriously love their frappes! FYI, their frappes are made from freshly brewed aeropressed coffee. I wish they have more varieties but you can try their Java Chip and Dark Mocha for now. They also have freshly brewed coffee and brewed sourced directly from different farms in the Philippines. 

10.  The owners and staff are very hands-on in making the drinks. I noticed they are so meticulous too in serving them.  I got curious and so Bryan Factor (owner) mentioned, he always make it a point that the staff remembers this from him, "Make and serve the drinks as if it’s your last."

Bryan and Kevin Factor, owners of Brothers' Blends

With Bryan

11. Okay, this isn’t about the food. But I’m always nosy about their interiors. It’s very classy and neat (no wonder most of their clients are, too). I love it because even if it’s simple, it’s looks very sosyal. It can fit those shops in Greenbelt area. And to add the awesomeness of the place, it’s pure hardwork from the owners. They made it themselves – the ideas, construction, DIYs!

And the verdict? It’s totally an A+! I’m so inlove with the products they have, and I am very sure you will too! I know a lot of people were asking if they have other branches. I hope they will open one soon at the South but for now,  you can visit them at Buendia Food by the Court.

Brothers' Blends Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrothersBlends/

It's just 10 minutes away from the Makati Central Business District. Buendia Food By The Court is located at 24 Sen G. Puyat Avenue corner Bautista Street, Brgy. San Isidro, Makati City. 

FB: https://www.facebook.com/BrothersBlends/