Break Away: Filipino dishes

Parilya

Thursday, February 19, 2015 Unknown 3 Comments Category : Filipino dishes , foodaholic , Parilya , restaurants , SRP

"We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths."

There is always that ecstatic feeling when life brings us something new; new friends, new achievements, new places, new experience and many more. However, we can't also eradicate the fact that new paths are almost always tied up with risk-taking. The question is: Would you rather take the risk of taking the unknown or just stay in your mundane zone?

The 8th of February marked a new beginning for the Laguna Group as it had its soft opening of its sixth restaurant, Parilya. Situated in the developing commercial and lifestyle strip Il Corso at South Road Properties Cebu, this place will surely be a boon for Cebuanos. As early as now, people are already flocking to this new resto to try what Parilya can offer.

The Place.

Enjoy an al fresco seaside dining experience here at Parilya.

You get to choose either you want an indoor or outdoor seating.

They also have various delicacies and treats for sale.

Our Order.

Parilya Lechon @ PHP 295.00 / order
Plain Rice @ PHP 40.00

Akel's Halang Manok Soup @ PHP 195.00

Baked Scallops @ PHP 185.00

Seafood Duo (Shrimps & Crabs) @ PHP 350.00

The dishes that we ordered were good for 2-3 people. For our drinks, we ordered their fresh fruit juices priced at PHP 85.00 and their fruit shake priced at PHP 95.00. I personally like how they presented their rice. The banana leaf wrapped around the rice gave a distinct flavor to it, a flavor I really missed. The Parilya lechon didn't impress me that much. Yes, the skin's crispiness was there but I was looking for a more tender meat. It was also too salty for me. The soup was just okay for me. It was a bit bland, I was expecting for a creamier and more kick to it. I liked their seafood especially the baked scallops, it was heaven! Since they were still on their soft opening, they can still improve on the taste of their food to make it more pleasurable to the palate. I'm also hoping for a more unique and distinct taste that they can give to their dishes.

Our Moments.♥

with Kimmy and Van^^

Parilya at Night.

The food may not be that exceptional but the ambiance of the restaurant is never a question. Though the surrounding area is still under construction, it was a perfect place for a relaxing dining experience. The view of the deep blue sea, the bright interior, the cool wind, the sound of the waves, who wouldn't get that laid-back feeling? I could say that it was a dinner well spent at Parilya. I'm looking forward to visiting this restaurant again once the construction of the place is finished.

Till next post, lovies. Ciao!

Brique Modern Kitchen

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Alberto's Pizza

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Azul Cebu

Thursday, April 10, 2014 Unknown 0 Comments Category : Azul , exotic , fast foods , Filipino dishes , foodaholic , street foods

"Be brave. Take risks. Nothing can substitute experience."

This was how it started. We could only try Tuslob Buwa on the streets. But waaiit, there's new!
(photonotmine)

The innovative minds of Filipinos will never come to an end. Another food trip destination that can be enjoyed by the adventurous foodies, Azul Cebu: Tuslob Buwa Experience. It is located right next to InkinIan Tattoo which is along the streets of Asilo, Gorordo Avenue (between Yamaha and Aerophone). If you are going downtown, it's on your right. They are open from Monday to Sunday: 10:00 A.M. - 7:00 A.M.

Tuslob Buwa is one of Cebu's exotic street foods. These two words coined together literally means "tuslob" = "to dip" and "buwa" = "bubbles". To dip into bubbles. It's quite common among the working class and some students because of it's affordability which can really satiate one's hunger. However, it may pose health risks (especially those found on the streets) because you share your dip with other people (you may refer to first picture). In spite of that, this is still a hit among Cebuanos. That's why when Azul offered this new experience alongside their convenience and liquor store, many people ~~were~~ are rushing to this place.

So, allow me to start my First-Ever Tuslob Buwa Chronicles.

The Place.

Azul means BLUE. That explains the ambiance.

One Set @ PHP 99

Shrimps, Liver, Onions, Pig's Brain, Hanging Rice (12 pcs.)

It's like our own version of Shabu-shabu, right?

You have your own burner and wok so sanitation is really a check.

How to enjoy your Tuslob Buwa?

1. Heat oil.

2. Sauté onions.

3. Add the shrimps and liver.

4. Then, the pig's brain! (read the zombie way, please... LOL)

5. Add soy sauce to taste.

*add a bit of Coke (optional)

I don't know but it tasted good, or it was just our crazy tongues? HAHA

6. Bring to a boil. Wait for the bubbles.

And, voila! You can now start dipping your hanging rice :)

My Azul Mates.

Eden & Jechae

Jechae & Ash

It was really a good experience. I always wanted to try Tuslob Buwa but I couldn't bring myself to do it. I am just so glad that Azul came up with this idea. Not just that, they also serve other Filipino favorites like sisig, siomai, kropek, etc. You can definitely chill and have good vibes in this place. One more set, please! :)

Till next post, lovies. Ciao!