Merci Bakery & Brunch: Aesthetically Beautiful Café in Cebu

                   Here's another must-visit café in Cebu. It's Merci Bakery & Brunch, Cebu.

Merci Bakery & Brunch, Cebu

This café is more than just its aesthetically beautiful interior. It also serves delicious sweet-delights and drinks. It's like, you get what you paid for. Perfect!

Look at these delicious delights at Merci Bakery & Brunch, Cebu

This Strawberry Choco Croissant is heavenly. It was sweet but not-so-sweet, at the same time flaky. The chocolate cream blended well with its pasty and strawberry. It's a great pair with their hot cappuccino.

Strawberry Choco Croissant at Merci Bakery & Brunch, Cebu

Hot Cappuccino at Merci Bakery & Brunch, Cebu

I also love their Strawberry Puff. It's so soft and not-so-sweet. The strawberries on it elevated the taste.

Strawberry Puff at Merci Bakery & Brunch, Cebu

Where is it specifically located?

• Aurora Bldg Paseo Saturnino, Ma Luisa Rd, Cebu City

Drinks: Iced-white Cafe Mocha, Hot Cappuccino & Matcha Latte
Food: Choco Puff & Matcha Puff

Additionally, this café has another store located at G/F Streetscape Mall, Paseo Saturnino, Banilad,  Cebu City, Cebu, namely Merci Dessert Cafe (their first store).

What's the difference between the two branches?

Merci Dessert Cafe has a variety of cakes, macarons, and more.

On the other hand, the Merci Bakery & Brunch is in a three-story building. The second floor has a photo booth area, and the third floor is like the extension of their café but with different vibes as it is an open space. Somehow, a café in a rooftop vibes.

However, the distance between the two stores is not that far, as it's just five-eight minutes on foot.

Operating Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 7am to 10pm

• Friday to Sunday: 7am to 12am

Mendokoro Remenba Is Now In Cebu

The famous ramen shop in Manila is now in Cebu – the Mendokoro Ramenba. It is well-admired for its great ambiance and delicious food. This shop is giving authentic Japanese restaurant vibes to its diners.

The entrance of Mendokoro Ramenba, IT Park Cebu

How's the place?

• It's clean and tidy, but it's not that quite spacious. 

• Diners could visibly see their staff preparing their food at the front.

The customers are enjoying their delicious food while
chitchatting at Mendokoro Ramenba, IT Park Cebu

How's the service?

Excellent service and very welcoming staffs.

The customers are in queue to pay for their order
at Mendokoro Ramenba, IT Park Cebu

How to order?

Their shop has a well-organized way of ordering food.

• You'll have to reserve your seat (especially if it's peak hours) at the staff near the entrance

• Wait for your turn

• Afterwards, the staff will take your order

• Pay your order at the counter

• Lastly, you'll be given your respective seat.

Mendokoro Ramenba's TanTanMen Ramen
Note: I ordered without Aji Tamago

Mendokoro Ramen's Shio Ramen with Aji Tamago

Left: Chahan ; Right: Karaage
at Mendokoro Ramenba, IT Park Cebu

How's the food?

We ordered TanTanMen Ramen without Aji Tamago, Shio Ramen with Aji Tamago, Chahan, Karaage, and soda in the can for drinks.

All the food that we ordered is delectable. The Kaarage is soft and tasty. The Chahan is savory fried. The soup of the ramen is rich and flavorful. I love that it complemented their noodle, Chashu, and meat for TanTanMen. However, I wouldn't deny that their food and drinks are quite pricey. Yet, it's great to say it's worth every penny.

Exact Location

• Garden Row, Ayala Malls Central Block IT Park Lahug Ayala Malls Central Block IT Park

Opening Hours

• Open daily from 11am to 11pm

Itadakimasu 🥢

International Travel 2023: Most Favorite Place – Singapore

Disclaimer: As per writing this, my partner and I have been to six (6) Asian countries together (his 8th country already) and a third (3rd) time visiting Singapore.

“ Don't tell me how educated you are, tell me how much you have traveled. ” - Mohammed

I couldn't agree more with Prophet Mohammed's point of view on traveling. There are more things we can learn not just in the books and not even in the comfort of our four-walled classrooms. The world is vast. Let's travel.

A lot of people are asking us why we kept on visiting Singapore. Well, here are some of the (personal) reasons why my partner and I love Singapore very much. 

1. Clean

     I/We always adored Singapore on how well they maintain cleanliness in all their places, be it public or private areas, highways, stations, parks, and more. 

Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore

Additionally, even on some days during our stay in Singapore, it rained, we never tried walking in the mud. I mean, their roads never get muddy. Astounding, right?

2. Convenient

Touring and shopping around the area is so convenient, rain or shine. I/We loved the well-organized transportation system, easy-to-understand train maps, and accessible shopping areas.

Bugis, Singapore

3. Good Food

Feel free to check my Singapore food blog (2019) here: Click Here 

Here are some (new) foods and drinks we tried for this trip (2023). 

I didn't include some of the food we had eaten again, such as the famous Tian-Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice, Tong Heng Egg Tart, and more. If you'd like, kindly check my blog on the link above.

Chicken Biryani and Nasi Goreng USA at Little India

At Little India

At Lau Pa Sat

Cheese Roti At Little India

Roasted Hainanese Chicken Rice and Satay At Lau Pa Sat

Ice Cream Sandwich At Orchard Road & a pint of Beer at Lau Pa Sat

At Universal Studios, Singapore

4. Mixed Culture

Amazingly, Singapore has various cultures, such as Chinese, Malay, Indian, and other ethnicities. Despite this, people live harmoniously with great respect for one another. That makes Singapore colorful and even delightful.

The Pink House, Arab Street, Singapore

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple -  Chinatown, Singapore

5. Law-abiding Citizens

The Singaporeans are very well-mannered people. They always obey the rules and regulations in their country, and at the same time, they always show graciousness to all the people living in their country despite the differences in their traditions and beliefs.  

Saw this while walking around Little India. Awesome.

What Airline did we use? 

Check it here: Click Here

Travel Requirements:

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS TO SINGAPORE

There are no longer any COVID-19 measures for travellers arriving in Singapore from 13 Feb 2023, regardless of vaccination status or traveller profile. All travellers are required to submit your SG Arrival Card within three (3) days prior to the date of arrival in Singapore.

 Information taken from: Embassy of the Philippines in Singapore

Where to book a flight?

Check this link: https://bit.ly/40I1bYV

The Pizza Volante In Baguio City

Pizza Volante is one of the famous pizza restaurants in Baguio. A go-to place for locals or tourists for its unique and delightful food.

According to PhilStar Global, Pizza Volante started as a little take-out counter on Session Road, Baguio City (in 2000). However, due to popular demand, Pizza Volante had to expand to provide its customers with sit-down space, service, and a wider-ranged menu. It is specified to serve food items that are popular in many places but are relatively new and sometimes unavailable in Baguio. 

Pizza Volante, Session Road Branch, Baguio City

About Pizza Volante's Food

Pizza Volante's food is affordable and yummy.

We ordered Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza (Available in 6", 8", 10", and 14"), Pasta Putanesca, two Strawberry Shakes, and a beer.

Strawberry Shake at Pizza Volante, Baguio City

The Pizza Volante's Strawberry Shake is from real Strawberries (the good thing if you're in Baguio hehe). It's so good, yet this drink is seasonal.

Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza at Pizza Volante, Baguio City

The Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza at Pizza Volante is so delicious. It's one of the most delicious pizzas I have ever tasted. The crust is crispy yet chewy. The cheese is perfectly melted. The Pepperoni and the mushroom are cooked well. Everything in this pizza is so good. I/We love it so much!

Pasta Putanesca at Pizza Volante, Baguio City

The Pasta Putanesca at Pizza Volante is excellent. The delicate texture of the pasta makes it perfect with its flavorful Italian-style sauce. The garlic bread on the side complemented well to the pasta. It's delizioso!

The Location

We dined at their branch on Session Road, formerly Session Theater. The place is good with its vintage vibe. It's not that quite spacious yet I/we could say that this pizza place is busy (as there are lots of diners who always come to the said place).

               

My gwapo & I enjoyed the food at  Pizza Volante, Baguio City
See that background? It's the Session Road.

Cheers to more travel with you! Awweeee ♥

P.s. This is the only decent photo of us here.. Hehe Blurry kasi lahat ng takes ni kuya. Haha

Also, I love the vibe on the 2nd Floor of the Session Road branch, as you can see the Session Road in Baguio with the cars and people passing by. It somehow gave me Nostalgia for our Vietnam trip when we were drinking and chilling at Pub Street in Ho Chi Minh (click here for our Vietnam Trip: https://bit.ly/3v2i1Tk).

Pizza Volante Branches

Baguio branches
• Former Session Theater, Session Road
• Ayala Technohub, Camp John Hay
• Wright Park

Subic
• Pizza Volante at Sta. Rita Road, Olongapo, Zambales. 

For updates visit their official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/PizzaVolanteOfficial?mibextid=ZbWKwL

Where to book a flight?

Check this link: https://bit.ly/40I1bYV

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Special mention to Ma'am Kristen for the recommendation.  Thank you so much po.

The 3T Cafe In San Fernando, Cebu

3T Cafe is the newest cafe situated in San Fernando, Cebu. 

3T Cafe in San Fernando, Cebu

It's an al fresco kind of cafe that serves a variety of food and drinks such as Milk Tea, Shakes, Coffee, Frappes, Burgers, Potato Fries, and even meals.

3T Cafe Burgers

3T Cafe Burger is so delectable and loaded. Their hamburger patty is so juicy and big. Their sauce is not like any other, which complemented well to their patty.

The mouthwatering 3T Cafe Cheese Burger for only Php 130

The very tasty 3T Cafe Classic Burger for only Php 145 

3T Cafe Drinks

Disclaimer: I'm a coffee lover type of person and I've been to numerous coffee shops already. However, I wouldn't say I'm a coffee expert but my coffee experience has taught me lots of things. Quite enough to identify a good coffee.

3T Cafe Drinks are so delicious and you got lots of kinds to choose from be it Frappes, Coffee, Healthy Drinks, and more. Also, what I love most about their drinks is the price is reasonable and the taste is excellent.

The must-try 3T Cafe Burgers and Drinks (Iced Latte and Iced Chocolate)

What's More?

3T Cafe food and drinks are affordable and yummy.  Every penny is worth every bite and sip.

Additionally, they also have non-coffee-based frappes perfect for kids. For their food menu: Quesadilla, Featured Cakes, and Sisig Meal.

Exact Location

•  It's just along the highway

• Sitio Magkawayan, Purok Dancing Lady, North Poblacion, San Fernando, Cebu

Operating Days and Hours

•  They're open all days

•  From 2pm to 10pm

For Orders and Inquiries

You can freely message them on their FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/3Tcafe.sf/

Papa Rony's Authentic Shawarma At Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu

Have you heard of the newest talk of the town Shawarma Food Store, owned by a Lebanese situated at Lapu-Lapu, City?

The must-visit Papa Rony's Authentic Shawarma 

Papa Rony's Authentic Shawarma at Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, Philippines

Here's their MENU

Papa Rony's Authentic Shawarma Menu.

How's their Shawarma Wrap?

Actually, I'm out of words. Their Shawarma is soooooo good. From the Shawarma Pita Bread down to its meat, vegetables, and sauce (not to mention their cheese, omg! It's perfection). Also, Papa Rony's Shawarma is so unique because other than the usual meat and vegetables wrap in a Pita Bread, it has also some fries in it. Yes!!! You read it right, some fries wrapped together with the meat and vegetables.

Papa Rony Hawaiian Shawarma. So yummy!

                 

Where's the exact location?

Just a few steps away from the Mactan Town Center, Basak, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu (on its left). You can just easily find it because it's the only yellow-small shop and with its big signage "Papa Rony" or click this link https://bit.ly/3gPxiA6.

Papa Rony is so kind. Here's the English translation: "If you don't have
any money, inform the cashier and we'll give you free food."

Additional Information

• Do they accept dine-in?

For now, they don't accept dine-in yet, available for delivery and pick up.

• What about the opening and closing time?

Their store usually opens at 10:00 am and, closing time may vary if they still have available meat or any other ingredients as their Shawarma is always sold-out.

Safety Reminders

To those who are planning to visit Papa Rony's Shop. Let's all be responsible. Observe social distancing, sanitize your hand as often as needed, wear your face mask and face shield (except when eating). Let's practice and observe health and safety protocols all the time.

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