Brunch in the Kitschen: Waffles and Tattoos

We had time for a quick brunch this morning before Abdul had to meet with possible tailors---> btw, peep his blog: iamdeerhunter.blogspot.com--> If I like tattoos and cooking, he likes tattoos and sewing. Perfect Couple!

Abdul had the Tapsilog--> I wanna get this next time. Where can I get good steak n' eggs for brekky?

I had a bacon waffle drowning in maple syrup with a side of country sausage. I hadn't indulged in a real breakfast in so long so I totally made up for it today. So much for my diet! They're overrated anyway! ;p

(says the girl who has a photo shoot in a couple weeks) I will probably regret all this eating but whatevs!

Happy Sunday!

Pancake House Katipunan, Call 929-9006 I think they deliver too!

Restaurant Return: Uncle Cheffy

Start with Calamari with Sambal Sauce. Get the sauce on the side to keep the squid crispy!

Panizza! Lots of places have their version but I like the Uncle Cheffy Favorites with 3 kinds of cheese, tomato, basil, anchovy, mushroom and chili flakes.

Memphis Barbecue U.S. Beef Fingers---This is a big order, definitely get it to share. it comes with a pesto vinaigrette and extra barbcue sauce on the side as well as a small salad and potatoes. Best way to eat it is with your hands!

For dessert, my daughter wanted frozen yogurt. I wasn't hungry until I saw this coming out of the kitchen and straight to another person's table-- a waffle with banana and butterscotch. I ended up ordering one. One complaint though Red Mango, why did this take so long? My whole table was done eating their yogurt by the time it came out.

Uncle Cheffy is located at 2/F Eastwood Mall Veranda, Eastwood City, Libis. Call 383-7215 for reservations

I'm gonna try to make this blog even more fun to read by thinking of other sections that I will feature from time to time. If you have any suggestions, or anything in mind that you would be interested in reading about, please feel free to let me know!

Restaurant Rave: Apartment 1B

Sarah's Salad (No, it's not called Sarah's Salad. It's literally the salad Sarah ate)

Grilled Baby Squid

Potato soup with truffle paste. This was awesome...

So awesome- and filling that I almost couldn't eat this. But guess what, I did anyway. All of it.

Meanwhile, Banj had a burger too, but the healthier turkey kind.

Mae had the truffle pasta---always a good choice!

Apartment 1B. If you haven't been, run don't walk!

And if you haven't been...where on earth have you been?

I am quite easy to please.

All I really need are my friends, some alcohol and really good food.

Apartment 1B is located at G/F Unit 1-B 132 L.P. Leviste cor. Sedeno St., Salcedo Village, Makati. Call 843-4075 for reservations.

Kitschen Chaos: Take me to Marrakech

I love Moroccan food.

Unfortunately, there are no Moroccan restaurants in this city and that is a big cause of frustration for me. The only place is in Boracay, and if only I could, I would hop on a plane every single time I get a craving for lamb tagine and couscous.

Fortunately, I like to cook and enjoy experimenting on different kinds of cuisine. I recently purchased a Moroccan recipe book on my last trip to Sydney and finally found the time to try out some recipes on my dear friends, who are always my willing guinea pigs.

A few of my favorite things: Dried chili, Paprika, Cayenne Pepper, Tuermeric, Cinnamon Bark and Cumin

Warm Eggplant Salad

Spiced pumpkin and sweet potato tagine

Lamb Tagine with Dates

Couscous with sultanas and almonds

Kefta Tagine

Moroccan Roast Chicken with couscous stuffing

And while this isn't Moroccan at all, Birthday Cafe cupcakes are best eaten with...

Every damn thing :)


The Verdict? Sarah said this is the best meal I've ever cooked. *blush*

Out of the Kitschen: When I'm not cooking...

When I'm not in my kitschen I also enjoy other things, one of which is getting inked.

Yes, this wannabe chef and home baker of cupcakes has 11 tattoos.

I like going to The Collective for it's laid back vibe , plus there are a bunch of independent stores and little restaurants.

From time to time, I will divert away from my usual food posts and talk about other things I like, places I frequent and all that good stuff. Hope y'all don't mind!

The Collective is located at Malugay street, San Antonio Village, Makati

Restaurant Review: 2nd's Comfort Food Revisited

My friend Dane just came from a month long retreat and homecoming in Spain and before she went back to her home, the lovely island of Boracay, we wanted to hang out and catch up! I suggested a new place called 2nd's. It's located at the old Mag.Net at the Fort, right across from Cav and The Spa. I liked the simple and cozy interiors. I did NOT like that they were charging "Club" prices for their tiny drinks. Skip drinking there and go somewhere cheaper!

Bacon Chicharon--sounds good right? Well, it actually sounds better than it tastes. It's not bad, it just tastes like lightly battered fried bacon with fancy dip *aka, muscovado Dijon mustard and spicy vinegar* Maybe working with bacon so much has turned me into a bacon snob? Haha. It's not a bad appetizer, but it's fried bacon basically- go for the Pinoy Tapas instead-adobo coroquetas and foie gras salpicao. Didn't try it but it sounds like it would be more worth eating.

Now THIS, I LOVED. Order the Roast Beef and Raclette Sandwich--an open-faced sandwich with caramelized onions, tender slices of beef and melted raclette on top. It seems small when it's served, but under that cheese is a heap of meat! It comes with a bunch of condiments and fries on the side. I got mine with mashed potatoes instead. I was full halfway through but I ate the entire thing! It was worth the food baby I had to carry around after.

My friend had her "Fancy Mac n' Cheese", as she called it. Official name is Truffled Mac n' Three Cheese with Emental, Sharp Cheddar and Blue Cheese. She said it was good too- and this is coming from a mac n' cheese lover who ate it somewhere else the night before. Too stuffed to even try it-- I should have skipped that Bacon Chicharon!

2nd's is located at 2/F, Quadrant 3, Bonifacio Highstreet, 9th Avenue, Global City, Taguig. Call 8465293 for reservations.

Danielle is located at Ti Braz in Boracay, go say Hi when you're on the island.

Say Hello to Birthday Cafe

I know I've mentioned Birthday Cafe already, but look---> It's finally official, with a logo and everything! Thank You, Tim. Follow him on twitter- @thesouthsyde

For orders, you can email ericaparedes@gmail.com or text 09275104516 Check out birthdaycafe.blogspot.com for menu and prices--- sorry I need to update it and fix it in a major way. I'll get there!

While you are waiting, have a cupcake- or 12! :)