Spicy Southern Finds in Megamall: Cajun Red Rock!

If you are up to Cajun cuisine, why not try the best one SM Megamall has on their midst called CAJUN RED ROCK at the third floor. They've got some of the best ribs and cocktails in town that you can enjoy anytime of the day especially after office hours. I dig their margarita selections and burger choices that would satisfy anyone's craving... Ooohh the mere mention of that just made my mouth water! To make things a little torture for you guys, get a load of these things we ate this afternoon!

The Ambiance 

 

The place is filled with memorabilia of Cajun origin. They wanted you to feel some vibe of what it's like in the South. This restaurant by the way is also the child of Chef Tony, the one who made those great popcorns we see all over Manila!

For the homey and not so crowded afternoon, we were definitely happy we got a stock bench diner table because it probably is one of the more private seats in the house. They've got a bar inside the restaurant that's got booze served all day, everyday!

The Food

 

Cajun is a little spicy. They've got that hint of old bay in their seasonings as a general rule. They had these tabasco, salt and pepper if you prefer to season your plate more. Though I didn't find anything wrong with what they had us eat that afternoon. It was quite cozy.

And what do you know, there's free warm popcorn for starters, so that you can be preoccupied while waiting for your scrumptious meal!

They served house blended Iced Tea, one's Strawberry flavored and the other one's got hints of lime. They just call it Green tea.

Saw the menu and it isn't that much pricey. They've got a buy one take one deal on these burgers so if you pay 280 you'll get 2 of the same flavor. The deal is, it'll only be until today in celebration of SM Megamall's Mega Food Sale! Make sure you get your buddies to come along and share margaritas! =)


Southern Bacon Cheese

The Southern Bacon Cheese is one of their best sellers. Imagine that thick juicy patty smothered in melted cheese and covered with a few strips of bacon, it's just comfort food divine! This is made very special with the soft Oatmeal based bun. It had that sweet savory feel you'll always love in a burger. Write down your name because you might just forget yourself upon first bite! The sides of thick cut french fries would also fill you up in no time and even got the mayo spiced a bit with garlic and probably old bay. It was nice really. This retails for 280 but since it's the MEGA FOOD SALE, the buy one take one takes effect. So it's like buying two burgers in half the price! You can take it home if you want to! =)

Buffalo Burger

Think about thick ground beef patty (or buffalo since it says that) covered in crispy bread crumbs smothered with heavy, smoky, spicy sauce while covered in a hefty amount of grilled cheese on top. You can even opt for them to do add ons and make this a volcano for you! It was really spicy so if you are opting for something like that, then this Buffalo Burger might just be the right thing for you. I actually loved this one because of the fact that it is spicy. If you don't like it too hot then just ask them to tone it down. They would do anything to your burger gladly. A plus for me is that they use this soft Oatmeal based bun which is sweet to the bite. It's something to look forward to the next time you drop by the mall. This is also part of the burgers they have which you can purchase in the MEGA FOOD SALE (last day today!). They also have an on going treat for American Express Card holders which is their Burger All You Can promo. The drinks plus these two burgers just filled us up in no time!

The Service

They pretty much took care of us and our food but I would have loved a little eagerness to refill drinks and offer water when we're done dining. That would have been perfect. Overall they are very good hosts and I will come back for more. I heard their Big Tony's Barbecue Burger had this Espresso based sauce that no other burgers have. I'll try that next time plus the ribs! =)

Cajun dishes need not to be in New Orleans or in Canada because they've got it right here in SM Megamall, plus they've got a promo happening today which is buy one take one on burgers like these! Make sure to stop by the third floor of SM Megamall and find CAJUN RED ROCK with your friends and family! Remember it's the last day today! =)

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Christmas Need Not Be Over:Antonio's Bibingka

Antonio's has definitely been a personal favorite of my Mom, Dad and friends. Why not? When you've got so many fresh ingredients slowly cooked over double heat while scrumptious cheese melt over your favorite soft bread and salted egg topping, you can't go wrong with that! 

  Super Special

Special

 

 Original

  

They've got so many to choose from but if you're up to it the best sellers are the Special, Super Special and the Original flavors. Cheeses like Kesong Puti, Keso de Bola and cheddar are mainstays and they don't hold back on it too... I got the best ones in the rack so imagine me enjoying this with freshly grated coconut, butter and muscovado sugar. Yummy!

I don't think I have to convince you anymore because the pictures alone shows it right? This actually hails from Meycauayan in Bulacan and has been so famous they've got it all made up in the mall. It has impressed thousands and if you haven't tried it yet, I suggest you drop by the 5th floor of SM Megamall and have a cup of hot choco tablea together with these awesome soft baked goodies only Antonio's can make. Be sure to ask for the specials they have while celebrating SM Megamalls MEGA FOOD SALE! :) It's the last day today!

Better Alternatives to Chill Spots: Akiba Cafe

It was a nice Saturday afternoon and what better way to celebrate it by going to the one and only SM Megamall and enjoying great food with friends and family. As a rule, we broke the norm and proceeded to Akiba Cafe. It's a small kiosk in the third floor that features coffee, tea, yogurt, cakes and pastries. If you are on a diet I suggest you look somewhere else... You will get more hungry when you see this!

Ambiance is clean, not so many foot traffic so it is the better alternative to congested coffee shops!

It seems that you are highly suggested to say with something to read available for all its patrons.

CAKES

Extremely cute and cuddly you've got this Kawaiken Puppy Cake. A vanilla chiffon cake which you can purchase 1200 whole, 130 per slice.

 We had this for starters. Of course desserts come first! The Green Tea Cheesecake retails for 1200 for a whole cake and 130 per slice. This is one of their best sellers!

If you're up to it and you are a sweet tooth they suggest you get one of this crunchy sweet Cream Puff Cake for 1100 whole, and 120 for a slice.

 COFFEE

 It's something that would keep you warm inside. This Nutty Macademia Kohi retails for 130 pesos.It's way better than other establishments that's got the same flavor. This was good!

This Mount Fuji Kohi retails for only 140, The difference is this Fuji Kohi is sweeter; but the macadamia is fuller bodied and nuttier!

 Tea

 Nope, it looks like a beer but it isn't! Trust me on this one because this is my favorite. The Jasmine tea trifle and Macha trifle is pretty, jasmine Is fragrant and  sweet I love it!

 The Macha is smooth, you'll ask for seconds!

These Trifle flavors are all available on their store. All foam and topped with green tea powder, this best seller looks very promising and they've got so many things offered today for SM Megamall's Mega Food Sale!

Ice Blended Yogurt Drinks

 

Macademia Yogurt is ice blended, Macha yogurt is too. Both drinks retail for 150 for those who love the tangy taste of Yogurt!

You can never go wrong with 100 %Japanese imported ingredients and just look how meticulously they prepared everything right? If you have nothing to do on an afternoon and you feel so stressed with work, this definitely is the place you'll love! It's quiet, you can people watch plus enjoy every bit of it! Japanese hasn't been this good in a while so please visit their store now! Hurry because they've got specials while they celebrate with SM Megamall's last day of the Mega Food Sale, 50 percent off the next trifle you order. That's like buy one, take one! =)

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Superjunior's Siwon & Donghae for Bench!

The brightest local stars and the hottest international ones are still with one global brand, Bench.This time it was the popular group Superjunior's frontmen Siwon and Donghae to take Manila by storm by staging an event at the Trinoma activity center last Friday. We were like sardines fit in a can because ELF's occupied the whole ground floor and positioned themselves on the adjacent floors just to see a glimpse of their idols. Why not?! When you see good looking endorsers like these, you know you want to see them up close!

 

 

I caught him winking on this photo, he was looking at the crowd in front of the stage. They went ballistic!

Jinri Park hosted the program. It was probably easier that way so that if Siwon and Donghae replied to questions, we had a Korean person on deck to understand and translate. There were only a couple of things asked, like the color they wanted in clothes, what other places they wanted to go in the Philippines, how they find their Philippine ELF's, the usual stuff; and they answered back with the same shade of clothes they were wearing, Boracay (where they want Bench to pay for everyone's airfare too) and beautiful ELF's... isn't that sweet?

It was deafening, I was surprised I could still hear after thousands of fans literally screamed every time they moved, laughed, spoke or said something. No one really could get these guys in Manila, but Bench heard the clamor for these guys and brought them here. They made every ELF's dream come true! 

 I have more of these photos coming up very soon, please come back for more. I'm sure you'll love those which I haven't released yet :) Hope these shots made you happy! I'll release more of these sooner than you think! :) This is in celebration of BENCH's 25th Anniversary!

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