Experience Magical Ice Festival at the Big Dome

It’s that time of the year again. As Christmas fast approaches, a palpable sense of excitement fills the air with the return of an all time Filipino favorite – the annual staging of Disney On Ice at the Big Dome.

There is much to look forward to in this year’s show. Aside from world-class skaters who make up its talented ensemble, Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival will feature Disney’s Academy Award^® winning and number one animated feature film of all time Frozen, along with three Disney royal adventures!

“This year’s Disney On Ice is truly magical with Disney properties that are packed with heart and personality. We have princesses that are exuberant and strong-willed, but we’ve also expanded the roles of spirited supporting characters, so that they’re more prominent in the show,” says Producer Nicole Feld.

For the first time on ice, watch your favorite Disney stars Anna and Elsa, together with hilarious snowman Olaf, rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven in a magical winter adventure.

 “The most exciting part of bringing characters like Anna and Elsa to the ice for the first time is knowing that they have a powerful and inspiring message the resonates with audiences as the sisters discover the true meaning of love,” says producer Nicole Feld.

Audiences will also enjoy comical segments with captivating stories of princesses Ariel, Rapunzel and Belle in a new twist of fairytale fun featuring Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Tangled, and Beauty and the Beast.

“By pulling together moments from classic Disney stories to the newest feature film sensation Frozen and combining them with elements of comedy and music, we developed a truly unique way to re-tell each fairytale,” says Producer Juliette Feld.

 Dazzling costume designs, spectacular set elements, and jaw-dropping stunts are also what make this year’s show even more exhilarating.

In Beauty and the Beast’s “Be Our Guest,” the theatrical elements of the glitzy napkins and silverware costumes will astound audiences. “The costumes are designed to emphasize the overwhelming amount of table décor that appears in the movie. The napkins unfold to increase their size and the forks tower over the heads of the performers. This is a big moment for Belle; the costumes need to reflect that,” says Costume Designer Cynthia Nordstrom.

Moreover, lighting plays a crucial role in giving the overall production a truly magical feel.

“The colors really pull you into the different worlds of the princesses, but it’s how the lights are arranged that command your attention when the characters are performing their acts. For example, when the Daughters of Triton are introduced, the lighting individually highlights each of them. Your eyes follow the spotlights,” says Lighting Designer Sam Doty.

Experience Magical Ice Festival at the Big Dome from December 25 to January 3 and don’t miss the chance to see your favorite Disney stars LIVE! Buy your tickets via TicketNet online or call 911-5555 for more details.

Try The Pork Adobo in Woodchuck House and More!

Openrice "Eats a date" in Woodchuck House UP Diliman Quezon City.

When we entered this place the round bar in the corner welcomed us with this Mother Goose rhyme!

"How much wood could a woodchuck chuck

If a woodchuck could chuck wood?

As much wood as a woodchuck could chuck,

If a woodchuck could chuck wood".

This resto just opened 2 months ago, so napakabago palang. And they choose the "Wood Chuck House" because according to them during winter season woodchuck will dig deep just for them to find a comfy place and for them to relax, so that's it.

The place is under development, and when you see their counter is quite cute, with the small space when you order. 

Outside you can see the space also and tables that you will able to enjoy the fresh air and their environment and I love the tree :)

Their specialty came from the Moms best constructed lutong bahay, the mommy of one of the owners of this resto. So when we say Lutong Bahay we should say that its common foods because we already taste it daily in our home. But in this resto I noticed and discovered twists in the recipes, but not all of the recipes hahaha, but for me I would love this 4 recipes that I have tried.

1. Pork Adobo with Mojos

This Adobo taste so good for me, not common and there is something special in the ingredients that they added on it. The pork was very well cooked and smells good.

2. Crispy Pork Sinigang (238.00)

This is my first time to try the sinigang with crispy pork. Because usually the pork we use in sinigang is the regular pork and just cook it. Their sinigang is not really sour, sakto lang because I hate subrang maasim na sinigang and this sinigang caught my taste.

3. Kareng-Kareng Baka (248.00)

This is also my first time to taste the Kareng-Kareng baka recipes because I always eat Chicken Curry hahah! But this one was so yummy and I love the butter. The taste was so good and I love it.

4. Mom's Best Bake Mac (158)

I love this Baked Macaroni it's cheesy and creamy. The pasta cooks good and I love it. 

Also there are Do it yourself breakfast available here. 

It's called "Do it yourself" because you can choose your meal and do it your self, yes! you can, like this Panini Bread, you can choose if you would grill or add eggs, add hotdogs, etc and make it yourself. Galing noh? Nakaka challenge din hehe. But they said na most of their costumers naman daw ayaw na sila gumawa for themselves so sila lang din ang gumagawa.

Here are some breakfast that we had tried,

Panini Do it yourself, this is a Foccaccia bread: Whole Wheat and Herbed Onion, you can add bacon, or egg, and you have an option to grill.

Hungarian Sausage, it looks great right? but for me it's salty and half-cooked.

Tapa- taste good also but nakukulangan ako sa lambot. 

And also we had a chance to witness how they mixed their mocktails. And its amazing, I told myself na bago pala makarating sa baso ang mga inumin at dumaan muna sa mga procedures lol.

Would I recommend for you to give this resto a try? Absolutely! Check them out, they're located in:

The Square, 

51 Magiting St. Teachers Village, 

Quezon City, Diliman

Hours of operation are: 

Tue.-Thu. 07:30-22:30

Fri.-Sun. 07:30-00:30

Contact#: 09178961618

Or visit their Facebook Page @ https://www.facebook.com/WoodchuckHouse

2015 Best Ramen in Manila by a Japanese Reviewer

Gaku Nakamura is a self-styled Japanese Ramen Consultant living in Manila. Last year, he listed his top 10 ramen with Ramen Nagi topping the list. But with a number of new and authentic restaurants popping up, here is some of Gaku-san’s top ramen for 2015!

#5 Mendokoro Ramenba

MUST TRY: Shoyu Tonkatsu

Gaku says: “Mendokoro has tonkotsu-based ramen with chashu. The restaurant looks just like a Japanese-style kitchen and it reminds me of a good ramen restaurant in Japan, Afuri. The taste of the broth and chasu is very nice.”

#4 Mitsuyado Seimen

MUST TRY: Cheese Tsukemen

Gaku says: “Tsukemen soup is yuzu flavor and the noodles are thick. I have never thought that cheese can fit wih Tsukemen, but you will be satisfied once you taste it at Mitsuyado!

#3 Ramen Daisho

MUST TRY: Miso Ramen

Gaku says: “The best Miso ramen in Manila! It is located along Shaw Blvd. Although not located in a major mall, lots of people go there just to eat Daisho's delicious ramen. Not only ramen, but their gyoza are also delicious.”

MUST TRY: Butao Ramen

Gaku says: “Nagi’s tonkotsu-based broth tastes like real Japanese tonkotsu. If you’re a first-time visitor, try Butao. When you've eaten half of it, try to add their Fire sauce to change the taste. You can also change the firmness of the ramen and the toppings based on your preference.”

#1 Find out Gaku-san’s #1 best ramen in Manila, check out the full list on www.foozap.ph

Talk about Good Food on Foozap!

Foozap is your personal food diary loaded online. From the words, “Food” and “Usap” (Filipino word for “talk”), Foozap allows you to share your food adventures, search and discover the best restaurants, and create your own foodie community.

You can check out food reviews from the top food bloggers, post photos of restaurants you’ve recently tried, add restaurants on your “Wish” list and get notifications if any of your friends visited and reviewed your wished restaurant.

Check out Foozap to start your own food journey! Simply log-in www.foozap.ph or download the android app. You can also like their facebook page, www.fb.com/foozap to join giveaways to your favorite restaurants.

Indulge Your Gastronomic Cravings with QUEZON BUFFET

Indulge your gastronomic cravings with QUEZON

 After the success of their first concept buffet-Guevarras, Gruppo Guevarras Inc. (GGI) has opened its doors in Quezon City aptly named Quezon buffet.

Carrying GGI’s vision, Quezon Buffet undoubtedly exudes with high caliber dishes at very affordable rates. Quezon showcased variety of gastronomic fares that will surely suit everyone’s palates. It merges the comforts of home and gourmet delicacies by catering our country’s cuisines.

Nestled in the heart of Quezon Avenue, Quezon buffet carries an ambiance of an old-world charm and rustic appeal. 

 GGI upholds their commitment in reminding the general public specially the younger generations about our county’s greatest heroes; as well as preserving our culture through local cuisines.

Savour your appetite

Quezon is being developed as haven for delectable cuisines that every Filipino would crave for.

Highlighting Filipino-Spanish heritage that embodies classic food that includes roasting stations, various meat dishes, seafood, grains and noodles, fresh salads, flavorful soups and dessert selections. 

Much of the inspiration behind this effort came from their collective ideas to acknowledge the deep historical connection during President Quezon’s era, and this is through sustainable cooking of exquisite dishes. Here are some of their noteworthy specialties that will make you 

Celebrity Chef behind Quezon

Chef Kalel Chan

Considered as one of the Top 10 good-looking chef, Kalel is surprisingly charming and down to earth. He goes for innovative fusion cooking that adds creativeness to his masterpieces.

Chef Kalel is always eager to discover new trends in culinary industry and adapts them in his food creations.

Quezon Buffet, a place like home

Ribbon Cutting

Exuding with elegant ambiance, Quezon buffet incorporates classic lines and Art Deco pieces into its interior, creating a classic touch. The backdrops are great for photo-taking which is a known Filipino past –time in every family gatherings, an intimate date with your special someone or the perfect bonding tick with your friends.

Quezon exudes a classy vibe, from its spacious façade, soft lightings, to minimalist interiors of black and white tones. The woodworks and sparkling chandeliers – blends the antiquated with cosmopolitan and classic, as well as the convenience of modern life. 

The walls are well-themed with photos of President Quezon through the years, giving customers a nostalgic ambiance.

Quezon gives a convenient and cozy vibe as the dishes are arranged per station and are neatly presented.

The whole place can accommodate close to 200 pax with spacious function rooms that can accommodate 30-35 persons, respectively.

Complementing the dishes, the place is satisfying as the service is generally noble. Their service staff are nice and friendly, accompanying customers from the front lobby up to their seats. They depict one of the good traits of every Filipino, which is being hospitable to guests.

Resembling President Manuel Quezon whose name will always be in the hearts of every Filipino, Quezon Buffet is the epitome of this man by serving finest and mouthwatering dishes and yet very affordable price across the board. The extraordinary experience of tasting distinct local flavors will surely worth a visit.

 Just like in any traditional fiesta or festivity, Quezon truly offers a mixed dining experience for all ages! 

Buffet Entree

Lechon Baka

Please Contact: Michelle Co

 Trendspotting 09177985180

This holiday season The Linden Suites is offering you the Suite-est Holiday

With the many hotels in the metro, The Linden Suites stands out as being one that offers business or leisure travelers world class accommodations and notable service. The elegance and functionality of one of the top hotels in Pasig City is known for having spacious guestrooms.

Currently having 12 types of suites (Deluxe Room, One Bedroom Suites, Two Bedroom Suites, Three Bedroom Suites, and Penthouse Suites), guests also have recreation, dining and health facilities for a well rounded and relaxing stay.

The hotel offers a buffet breakfast; all day dining and room service, function spaces that can accommodate small and medium size groups are also available for business meetings and social events.

The Linden Suites is continuously enhancing its facilities such as with the newly refurbished suites complete with kitchen facilities, posh lobby, indoor heated swimming pool and more.

Located in Ortigas Center, major shopping malls and other leisure establishments are easily accessible.

Their in house dine establishment, Mesclun Restaurant And Café offers world-class international cuisine. Ideal for business breakfasts, lunch meetings, work dinners and family gatherings.

Guests can unwind at The Linden Suites Health Club which has a fully equipped gym, temperature-controlled indoor pool, jacuzzi hot tub, and a sauna and spa massage.

This holiday season The Linden Suites is offering you the Suite-est Holiday with these special rates.

Website: http://lindensuites.com/

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LindenSuites/

Trip Advisor: https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Hotel_Review-g298453-d1199124-Reviews-The_Linden_Suites-Pasig_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html

The Linden Suites

37 San Miguel Avenue, Ortigas Center,

Pasig City 1600, Metro Manila, Philippines Tel: (63 2) 638 7878

Fax: (63 2) 638 7877 | (63 2) 631 6547

Sales@Lindensuites.Com

Reservations@Lindensuites.Com

Open Rice Eat's a Date Event in Caffera

CAFFE REVIEW:

Today is our 2nd Open Rice Eat's a Date Event in Caffera.
Before that, Nilyn and I were so excited because we dont know yet the exact address of this place we search it first on fb then google, then the excitement and the feeling of interest trigger us because of what we have seen in their fb page.

When we arrived there, the place is located in 2nd floor, Dona Zenona Suits, 54 Maginhawa St, UP Village, Quezon City. While we approaching on the stairs the smell of the Coffee aroma welcoming us, I am more excited if what's inside.

About the Caffera...

According to the one owner of this Caffera Gab, 21 years old, when they are in college they have a thesis then this ideas come-up with his classmates, and from paper they will finally realized it in real life. According to him, many circumstances comes and even he wants to quite but his friend Kevin is very business minded to push this business and encourage them until it works and become a successful Caffera.

Why Caffera?

Caffera stands for Caffe+ Camera or Photos, Gab said that they choose the Photographer theme because today's generation loves pictures, anywhere selfie, so they come-up with that and the theme and the ambiance  of their place is like a studio, and you can see cameras display picture frames and its a beautiful place. Aside from that, they want also show and share to their costumers the importance of Cameras, capturing moments and to value it. 

The names of their menus also are unique and I love it. It comes from the photography like the sizes they called it a Mega Pixel for big, and Pixel for small. 

Their mags, it was Camera's designs and everything in there  really close to their photographer theme Caffe. 

Caffera Menu

Owner's Plan for Caffera..

They hope and praying that they will raise branch at-least one branch in a year. 

What can I say about Caffera?

The Place...

For me, according to my first experienced of this Caffe, their place was very cool, it's a friendly and homey ambiance, and studio like Cafe. I really love the settings, when you were there you wanted to stay there until you want because it's very nice. 

The Table settings are very cool, the feeling that your in the peaceful room, it also designed for students, yes! Because you will able to review there, doing your assignments while have a coffee, and you can also meditate there. The place also suited for lovers, best friends and specially those who are photographers.

I like their comfort room, I'm so very observant about comfort rooms and so far their room is very nice and clean. Thumbs-up :)

Comfort Room

On the other corner they had notes corner, you can write your thoughts their about your experience of their caffe, and I read some and I noticed that all of it are encouraging and positive feedback from their costumers. And also I write on my own just remembrance that we've been there :)

And oh, here's the another one corner it's a mini-library, you can browse books, magazines and they had also a story books for kids, and I love it. You can seat there and read their books too. My Zd loves that corner and he really enjoy the stairs, he keep saying "up" (going up) then "down" going down lol! anyways what a nice idea mga kuya.

The Foods and Refreshment...

Choco Mint (Pixel Php: 135)

Tiramisu Frapperture (Pixel Php: 90)

Matcha Banana Mega Pixel (Php: 150) 
I love the blending of the sweets and banana flavor

Mocha Frapperture

Siera Mocha  Frapperture (Php: 120)

Triple Cheese Panini Sandwich (Php: 100)

Oreo Cheese Cake (Php: 130)

Red Velvet Cupcake (Php:70)

Look at that cute Lenses Mags

ZD and Me

After tasting all of these, I promise to myself that when my husband Lemuel will come home soon, I will bring him here, I love everything on this place.

I would also love to promote this Cafe to my friends, teens, my churchmates. To all momies out there just try this Cafe and experience the another captured moments with your special someone here.

Please visit there Facebook Page 

Location: 2nd floor, Dona Zenona Suits, 54 Maginhawa St, UP Village, Quezon City

Contact no. 09278913815

Operation Hour: Open from Monday to Sunday 10am-12am