The President Tea House at Chinatown Manila

Looking for a good Chinese Restaurant in Manila? The President Tea House is a good choice.

With my sister and husband we went to Binondo to visit Chinatown, it was our first time actually.
Tip1: Be careful of your belongings, it is not very safe to stroll around Binondo.

There are a lot of shops in the area, from selling food to different kinds of goodies ( even jewelries ). For us, we were there for a mini-food trip.

Tip2: The President is located in the heart of Ongpin, it's visible among the avenue of different Chinese eateries.

Tip3: The place is simple but always packed of customers.

Tip4: Try the different kinds of dimsums like chicken feet, siomai, dumplings, wanton, tofu and a lot more.

Tip5: The dishes are yummy and authentically Chinese.

Tip6: After a sumptuous meal relax the happy bellies with a cup of tea.

  Tip7: Manila is usually hot, try some fruit refreshments.

Tip8: After enjoying the food at The President, stroll around the place. Divisoria is very near, it's a vast wholesale and retail bazaar.
Tip9: Discover more about Manila's history, don't forget to bring umbrellas.

Tip10: Buy some hopia, tikoy and desserts at Eng Bee Tin. As they say, it is the home of the best hopia and tikoy.

Manila is a great place to stroll around, experience the local's daily routine. But as always, keep safe!

Lunch Date at Market Cafe

Most of the time me and my husband would have random dates, enjoying city sights and trying good restaurants around Metro Manila.
This lunch date was planned by him, I got no idea where is this Hyatt Hotel but I heard about Market Cafe already.
Found out that this Market Cafe is located at Hyatt Hotel Manila.

Tip1: They got a parking lot but it doesn't look so nice, but anyway it's not because of the parking lot why we came all the way from the south. :)

The hotel and casino is nice, the place is well decorated. The ambiance is simple yet elegant.

Tip2: The staffs are accomodating and respectful though they do not allow their food to be photographed alone but of course we managed to take some snaps.

Tip3: The buffet is made up of a wide variety of Asian and Western cuisines, I can say that it's worth the money.

From appetizers to main courses, the dishes are mouth-watering. Try the dimsums, grilled seafood platter and sweet delights.

 For choco lovers, enjoy the chocolate fountain as much as my husband. :)

 To relax the tummy and taste buds, dig in for some fruits and salads.

With fine dining and affordability, Market Cafe is a must-visit buffet.

Tip4: After a sumptous meal, stroll around the casino but make sure to spend the dimes wisely.

Tip5: Take some snaps at the hotel's photowall.

I commend my hubby for bringing me to this very nice lunch date!

Korean Stop at Libis Quezon City

With my bestfriends, we spent the morning in Divine Mercy Shrine in Bulacan. It was past lunch when we went back to Manila, I was hungry. Padre Pio Church is the next stop but I suggested to have lunch first. By the way, it's advisable not to wear shorts and short skirts when visiting Padre Pio. They provided me malong to cover myself. Please learn from me! :)

We were driving along E. Rodriguez Libis, Quezon City when we saw Jang Gun Korean Restaurant. Me and my husband are both Korean foodies, it was my bessy's first try though.

There's not a lot of people in the resto when we came, I was thinking maybe because it was already past 2pm. The place was simple but cozy.

 The staffs are friendly, they served service tea for the guests.

 Also they serve Banchan, set of Korean side dishes.

The dishes are delightful appetizers for guests as hungry as me. Sweet banana, seaweed, eggplant etc are rich in Korean flavor.

 The famous kimchi is a must!

We had japchae, kimbap and dolgot bibimbab. Truly satisfying!

Their menu can already be considered a wide variety of Korean food.

The plate decors with guests' messages are also eye-catching.

Jang-gun is worth a try specially when driving along Libis. It's also affordable, this resto suits people who likes casual dining. Happy bellies once again!