My Bloggin' Valentine : Pre-Valentines Day Party

Register now for the Biggest Bloggers event for 2013 !!!! 

February 13, 2013 9 PM to 12 Midnight 

Free to all BLOGAPALOOZA and WAZZUP PILIPINAS Bloggers and their special guest (preferably a special someone), but you can bring any plus one. 

All bloggers attending and blogging about the event will receive an extra 1k GC as token. 

All must fill up the registration form and submit your blog URL at the comments section of the form so we could add you all to the guest list. 

Non-BLOGAPALOOZA members may also join by liking the Wazzup Pilipinas and When in Manila Facebook pages, and joining the Blogapalooza Bloggers and Wazzup Pilipinas Facebook group to qualify and get an automatic invite to the event. 

Wazzup Pilipinas Facebook Page : https://www.facebook.com/wazzuppilipinas 

Wazzup Pilipinas Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/240688409400258/

Please register here

Chef's Noodle Philippines: Korean Feast For Less

Chef's Noodle has arrived in the Philippines! 

They have invited some food bloggers lately at their barely new restaurant. The restaurant is actually a Master Franchise by Simisim Group of Companies in the Philippines, which assures that quality of its brand. Chef's Noodle is a fast-casual dining Korean fusion restaurant.

Everyone of us had to choose our own dish. While we were waiting for our ordered food, our drinks have been served to us since the expected cooking time is about 15-20 minutes. 
I ordered for Strawberry Iced Tea (P35 Regular; P55 Refillable) while a fellow blogger asked for the Lemon Iced Tea (P35 Regular; P55 Refillable).

Now are you interested for a sampling? 

Here’s a peek at Chef’s Noodles yummy dishes: Kimbap (P95) is the Korean version of Sushi. Nori-wrapped rice rolls with korean ham, radish, cucumber and egg. This is perfect for a quick lunch or snack for people on the go. I have shared it with other bloggers.

The Masterpiece Chef's Noodle (P150) is the restaurant’s signature dish that's a delightful savory concoction of noodles with a variety of toppings like tamago, bean sprouts, fried tofu, jun-ya, kutchai, and choice of seafood or beef broth. It is created by South Korea's Celebrity Chef - Choi In Sun. This is one of their bestsellers that you will get to share with your family and friends. It is spicy but tolerable.

Spicy Ddukbokki (P150) is a spicy rice cake seasoned with various fruit juices topped with halved hardboiled egg and sesame seeds. This was the featured dish at the Ddukbokki Eating Challenge lately. The pungent color of chili makes me scared to try this dish.

Donkas (P130) is a breaded Pork fillet with a special blend of sweet and tangy sauce. The counterpart of Japan's Pork Tonkatsu.

Japchae (P130) is a traditional Korean glass noodle dish stir fried with beef and vegetables.

Bibim Noodle (P130) is a Korean cold noodle topped with egg roll, bean sprouts, bulgogi and mixed with Chef’s Noodle’s version of sweet and spicy Bibim Sauce. I will definitely eat this again when I come back soon.

Leek Shrimp Twigim (P99) Deep fried leeks and shrimp cooked with a hint of curry powder and dip into tempura sauce. The Korean counterpart of our own Okoy. This is one of my favorites.

Wanja Steak Jun (P175)  is a deep fried beef steak pancake topped with a special sauce, cheese, sesame seeds and egg. Served on a medium wooden basket. I love this dish because the big beef patty was made with real beef and really savory.

The Starking Fire Sushi (P160) is the restaurant's famous dish wherein the rice is topped with thinly sliced Australian Beef torched in front of us and served with soy and wasabi. Watch the video below for yourself and be startled.

I also got the chance to taste their Korean Coffee while having meals. If Chinese people drink tea during or after meals, Koreans drink coffee. You'll get a free cup of coffee when you spend at least P100 worth of food purchase.  Their coffee is far more better than the instant coffee mix because it has a great aroma and the coffee has been granulized, not powdered.

It’s also worth that Chef’s Noodle doesn’t just offer delectable dishes that have a unique twist, it also makes sure that it keeps prices affordable so that more people can enjoy awesome Korean food. Perfect for students on a budget to families, and basically just anyone who’s in the mood for a hearty, delicious meal.

Ensuring that each visit is going to be a delightful experience for diners, Chef’s Noodle’s courteous staff will easily make everyone feel at home, which is complimented with a relaxed ambiance. 

Chef's Noodle 

2/F University Mall, Taft Avenue, Malate, 

Manila, Philippines
Telephone No: (02) 405-0129

Website: http://chefsnoodlephils.com/

facebook page: chefsnoodlephils

twitter: @ChefsNoodlePhil

Social Media Day 2012

Celebrate Social Media Day 2012 at Tomas Morato, QC this June 30!

The Social Media Day is a worldwide event spearheaded by Mashable.com, which celebrates the connected generation around the world on June 30, 2012. In the Philippines, several key cities would take part in the celebration, which is very appropriate because the country is hailed as the social media capital of the world. Manila Social Media Day 2012 aims to provide an appropriate venue for the community to mingle and meet-up offline, which can support better camaraderie afterwards through various social media and digital platforms.

One of these events will be a networking event for social media citizens, bloggers, and digital personalities at Tea 101 Taiwan's No. 1 Drink located at Scout Bayoran corner Tomas Morato Extension, Brgy. Laging Handa, Quezon City. The venue is in front Hotel Rembrandt and IL Terrazzo Mall. The event starts at 7 PM on Saturday. The first 100 pre-registered participants at the venue will receive unlimited tea drinks and loot bags. In order to pre-register, just simply e-mail your contact information, social media accounts, and your answer to “What makes you interesting?”

 Acclaimed director, producer, writer, & blogger Jose Javier Reyes (@DirekJoey) will share his insights about the new aspects of socialization on the Internet. Manila Social Media Day 2012 is brought to you by Flawless Face & Body Clinic, the genuine Thermos brand, Wild Ones Tattoo, and Dentiste Toothpaste.

Like our Official Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/ManilaSMDay

Follow our Official Twitter Account: http://www.twitter.com/ManilaSMDay

RSVP via Meetup.com: http://www.meetup.com/Mashable/Quezon-City/711752/

International Hashtag: #SMDay

Localized Hashtag: #ManilaSMDay

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

King del Rosario

Volunteer Organizer

Manila Social Media Day 2012

@kingdelrosario

manilasocialmedia@gmail.com

Kuppa Roastery and Cafe invades Manila!

Kuppa (pronounced as kap-pa) Roastery and Cafe opened its second branch in Manila. 

Their first branch is located in Bacolod City.  They aren't connected to Kuppa coffee in Bangkok, Thailand. I am one of the invited bloggers to attend its Kupparific Food and Coffee Pairing Bloggers Event last Saturday, June 2 at at the booming business center - The Fort.

Kuppa Cafe'

corner table and chairs

Menu Board @Kuppa

cakes and pastries

fresh coffee beans

PROBAT Coffee Roaster

Bloggers watching the coffee roasting

coffee beans being cooled for 5mins

Second floor interiors

Paradiso Melange and Green Tea with Cucumber Syrup

Lunch Menu and Coffee Pairing with Dessert

Push Button To Call Server

Insalata Kuppa

Prosciutto and Pumpkin

Pizza Cristina

Prosciutto ed Arugula Pizza

Frutti de Mare Pasta

Crispy Pata with 3 Dips

Pan Seared Snapper

Bloggers having lunch

assorted tea leaves

Gyoruko and Jasmine Dragon Pearl Teas

Kuppa Promo: Have you unlocked our check-in on Foursquare yet? Check in with your friends, and for a minimum order of P800, you get a Matt's Chocolate Cake on the house!

Matt's Chocolate Cake

Apple Tart

Ben's Cappucino

Strawberry Kiss