your stomach-friendly coffee

i am a coffee-drinker myself. i can actually consume 2 servings of coffee drinks a day, whether hot or cold. this is to keep myself perky and active while i do my tasks and avoid getting drowsy throughout the day. coffee, for a fact, helps in avoiding certain diseases like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia, heart and cardiovascular diseases, stroke and cancers of the liver, kidney and prostate.

but everything has to be taken into moderation. unlike others who have low-tolerance in acidic drinks like citrus and even coffee. many people can't even drink more than a cup because they experience stomach pain due to hyperacidity.

then an innovation in coffee specifically targeted to this kind of drinkers is made by premiere coffee brewer, KOPIKO. introducing the first low-acid mix coffee, L.A. Coffee. coming in for only Php 6 per sachet, you can enjoy the convenience of having your own coffee cup anywhere you go without worrying about stomach pain. "this is a healthier choice for coffee drinkers" as Michael Tandas, Kopiko brand manager, said.

enjoy the 3-in-1 goodness in packet from selected grade 1 coffee beans, roasted in a controlled process to reduce its acidity. smooth and with the right sweetness, a person with a sour stomach will just love it and have more as he likes.

right now, i am enjoying the treat of this coffee paired with  my favorite sweet snacks. the KOPIKO L.A. Coffee is available in leading supermarkets nationwide. manufactured by PT Mayora and distributed by TriDharma Marketing Corporation.

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PRIMERO CASA FILIPINO review

i have many dining experiences, thus the weight gain. but i am not ashamed since i am living the life that i enjoy. i love the diversity of food and culture wherever i go and i think it's still nicest to get back to the old roots. but the contemporary can always jive in with the old-fashioned especially to a witness of many events -- a restaurant called PRIMERO CASA FILIPINO.

Primero Casa Filipino is a restaurant whose building is ancestral to many generations. it was before named Bistro Torillo, since it is located on Scout Torillo St. then renamed Katips, a college runaway place for night gimmicks; and now settling in its current name since July 2011.

the restaurant offers a great buffet spread well-planned. if you would be a regular customer, your palate will not get tired of a usual buffet line-up. thus, the three chefs of Primero Casa Filipino lay out different menus every day. during our visit, a pleasurable array of meat, seafood and vegetables. some favorites are these Shrimp Shooters and Roasted Chicken.

they also serve Filipino dishes with a twist like their Lumpia, Kare-kare, and Afritada which satisfied personal favors. flavors kick in with surprise and the meat dishes are tender and melts in the mouth.

interiors throughout the venue is a fusion of the old and the new. with the old building undergone restorations, new decorations accentuate and lit the place very well creating that calm atmosphere. go up to their Vivades where you can organize a private party upto 100 people. the public dining room, or Comedor, is where the buffet is served. young professionals can enjoy themselves at the Antesala with their drinks and pica-picas and socialize with more guests.

Comedor

buffets are served at different times for only Php 398 (Monday-Thursday) and Php 498 (Friday-Sunday).
Lunch - 11AM - 2PM
Dinner - 6PM - 10PM
a la carte - 2PM - 5PM

for more info or reservations about Primero Casa Filipino, you can visit them at 26 Sct. Torillo cor. Sct. Fernandez, Brgy. Sacred Heart, 1103 Quezon City. you can also call them at 02 9212448/ 02 9211850/ 09178512272.

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canvass to plate: Megaworld Lifestyle Malls' Gourmet Masterpieces

appreciate art and global cuisine in Megaworld Lifestyle Malls' Gourmet Masterpieces which is launched April 18 at The Plaza of Resorts World Manila. visual and palatable masterpieces made by renowned chefs in Megaworld's participating restaurants invited a number of VIP guests during the event.

including Impression Foie Gras of Cyrille Soenen from Impressions, the Dragon Sushi Roll of Antonio Ablay from Ginzadon, Greek Nachos of Robby Goco from Cyma, Country Fried Chicken Steak of Pete Ayson from New Orleans and Organic Greens with Wagyu from Melo’s Steakhouse.

L’entrecote Chef Martin Kaspar’s Salmon Soleil is inspired by Village Tune from Carlos Rocha. the salmon is marinated for 36 hours and then drizzled only on the skin side until half cooked. served with avocado drizzled with lemon olive oil, it was complimented by Baked Lemon - Basil Aioli and Lumpfish Caviar salad.

other yummy seafood dishes were also on the table like Nel Badere of Red Crab’s Gambas ala Remedios and the Deep Fried Lapu-Lapu Xi Yan Style of David Wai Fung from Passions.

for dessert, guests were able to try the Double Decker of Micheal Lopez from Café Maximsand Halo-Halo ni Crisostomo of Florabel Co from Crisostomo and Sweet Pea.

guests were also presented with a high-class fashion show made by top designers of Manila and was inspired by the different art pieces.

you can enjoy these Gourmet Masterpieces at different restaurants distributed in Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, Eastwood City, Lucky Chinatown, Newport Mall at Resorts World Manila, Burgos Circle at Forbes Town Center and Venice Piazza at McKinley Hill.

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RK Garden Seafood Restaurant - a foodie t'ien

T'ien - the Chinese term for heaven is what i experienced dining in at RK Garden Chinese Seafood Restaurant. a very young establishment which opened last March 18 2013 in the busy road of Jupiter St. in Bel-Air Makati. owned by Singaporean and a Filipina, the restaurant is proud to present their own Kilawin recipe which is famous from where they met -- Tagum City, Davao.

RK stands for "Rose's Kilawin," the woman behind this restaurant. her husband has whole-heartedly devoted the place under his wife's name in tribute to the dish which weaved their love story.

you'll have so many interesting dishes inside RK Garden. from soups to appetizers, to the main course to the drinks, your choices are endless. i even had to surrender with much of the food that was laid out on the table. the rich colors and smell of each dish beckons my hungry soul to dig in and splurge with delight.

with the cozy ambience inside the restaurant and delectable food, each visitor is treated with a homey experience. an experience almost perfect, one or more can stay longer as they like and relax in the peacefulness inside. it will be pure indulgence of having a spicy red crab on the table and munch crispy chicken on the side.

you don't even have to worry on the price list because items are reasonably priced and worth the taste. seafoods are harvested and cooked fresh from their own aquarium to guarantee freshness of the meals.

more photos from their Facebook page, courtesy of LivingMarjorney.com

you can contact RK Garden Chinese Seafood Restaurant through the following:

Address: Jupiter corner Antares Streets, Makati City, Philippines
Phone:+63 2 519 9434

Hours:
Monday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

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NEW WORLD HOTEL drops buffet prices for Cafe 1228

starting April 1 to May 31, enjoy your summer lunch and dinner buffets only at New World Hotel Makati. the deluxe hotel at the heart of the Makati Business District, just beside the premiere lifestyle mall, Greenbelt.

treat your gastronomic cravings to a buffet dropped down to 50% OFF. that's Php 794 during lunch and Php 844 for dinner. a world class menu and served right in front of you by skilled and loyal chefs of Cafe 1228. service charge is already inclusive of the price and you are guaranteed with efficient staff giving you quality service.

there are some trivia that you might find interesting about New World Hotel Makati and Cafe 1228. Cafe 1228 got its name from the Makati ZIP Code. and if you love the fresh and tasty dining experience, it's because they grow their own herbs and spices within the hotel. you cannot imagine that such facility exist inside a hotel and even at the center of urbanization.

flavors from the local and international cuisines are generously served. people that are on a special diet also need not to worry because they also custom-made dishes for vegetarians and less sugar for diabetics. feast on magnificent meals that are prepared with devotion and labor of love.

hotel visitors can enjoy these meals almost the whole day in Cafe 1228. breakfast is served 6AM - 10AM, lunch at 11AM - 230PM and dinner at 4PM onwards. you can also enjoy live entertainment at The Lounge. the 595-room property also includes executive club accommodation, sophisticated dining, extensive fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, gymnasium and sauna and 2,000 square meters of dynamic function space for meetings and conferences.

for more information and reservations, call (632) 8116888 or email reservations.manila@newworldhotels.com or visit www.newworldhotels.com. you can also visit their Facebook page at and follow @newworldmakati on Twitter.

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