Friday, September 25, 2009

Pizza Hut's Chicken Wings.

I, Mara, is allergic to chicken. I am allowed to have a maximum of 2 chicken/poultry intake in a week, more than 2 and red spots and "chicken skin" would start appearing on my legs and my arms. Not a very good sight to see and not comfortable too. After those many times that I had those spots, I learned my lesson and controlled my urge to eat anything with chicken, eggs, soy sauce and too much grease. I would love to post a picture of what my legs look like with those spots but it wouldn't be appropriate in this site. :)

Last night's dinner was Fried Chicken and it was my first chicken for the week. Good, good, good. And not good that I want to eat Pizza Hut's Chicken Wings tonight. Must. Fight. Cravings.


Pizza Hut's 6-PC chicken wings.

I have always loved Pizza Hut's pizza. I actually grew up eating their pizzas. Now, I don't remember if they already have appetizers and pastas on their menu before like they do now, either way I am thankful that these days Chicken Wings, Spaghetti w/ Meatballs, Garlic Bread and Sausage Rolls are now available for me to indulge on. ;) Their pizza is my ultimate comfort food. They even have their crusts evolved from just the regular pan crust to a cheesy pops crust, cheesy volcano crust, etc. etc. Their prices increased but I still think it's reasonable and very worth it! Their Regular-sized pizzas cost P220+, good for 2-4 persons and their Family-sized pizzas cost P420 at most good for 4-6 persons.

Pizza Hut delivers until 12 midnight and some branches until 2 AM. 911-11-11 is the number to dial. You can also visit their website at: Pizza Hut Philippines for more details on their menu and prices.

Monday, September 21, 2009

Shakey's Pizza.

You know the feeling when you are watching a movie or a TV show where the characters are always shown eating something constantly? Like in several scenes or episodes the characters are seen eating cupcakes, pasta, chocolates, steak, ice cream, etc.? Well, I have been watching Sex and the City reruns for the past weeks and lately, Carrie and Miranda are always eating thin crust pizza slices. I drool. I drool. I drool.

Good thing I was able to eat 2 slices of Pepperoni pizza from Shakey's during my good friend's birthday celebration last Saturday. I am not completely satisfied but I was thankful my taste buds were able to savor its taste. Still, I want a huge slice of pizza like the ones in SATC. That one slice would stuff me for weeks. :)
Shakey's Pizza: Pepperoni (family size).

I am not bragging but I have tasted and savored pizzas from different pizza parlors and restaurants who has pizza in their menus and Shakey's has always been on my list of favorites together with Pizza Hut, Cibo, Sbarro's, Sandy's, Dominos and Yellow Cab. They have their own bestsellers and edge from each other so I can't totally compare them. I love them all for different reasons. :)

Shakey's is everywhere. There are branches in El Pueblo, Greenhills, Glorietta, Alabang Town Center, Robinson's Galleria, Magallanes, Maysilo, Shaw, Tomas Morato, SM malls, etc. Visit ClicktheCity for branches near your place. And like any other pizza parlor, Shakey's also delivers fro their pizzas, pasta, chicken, mojos, etc., you can call their delivery hotline at 77-777.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Red Ribbon Bakeshop.

Cake! Cake! Cake! I think I should change the name of this blog to something that sounds more "sweeter" cos I don't know if it's just me but I notice I post more about desserts than other foods.

And because I always see Red Ribbon's commercials on TV, I started imagining eating their cakes. Cake! Cake! Cake!

Red Ribbon's Dulce de Leche.

Their cakes don't get the hype but they have always been known enough to have regular visitors plus their cakes may not be hyped but they are yummy. Not too sweet and not too bland. I prefer most of their cakes over Goldilocks but when it comes to breads, other pastries and full meal, Goldilocks has more variations. We'll talk about that some other time.

For now, Red Ribbon has nationwide branches and kiosks. Some branches I know are in Shaw Boulevard, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Escriva Drive, Glorietta 3, Jupiter St. and I think there's also one in Megamall. These are just a few branches that I usually visit or pass by. They have A LOT more.

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Homemade Pasta.

I have a friend who I haven't seen for a year. No seeing each other, no phone, not even text messages. Not because of my lack of trying though, every time our group from high school would go out for coffee, movie, an afternoon snack or just to hang out in one of our friends' place, I always text her but she don't reply. One day, I just got tired and decided that if they (she and two other friends) would want to go out and hang out with us, they would be the one asking us out or at least make an effort to text or reply to our invitation.
It happened sooner than I thought, after a few weeks she texted me and said she'll make up and visit me at home. I was happy but I didn't really hang on to her words because sometimes she tends to cancel at the last minute. When she showed up at my door (my bedroom door that is), I was so glad! And when we went downstairs for lunch and I saw what she bought me, I was more than glad that she came. :)

Here's what she brought me:

JM's homemade tuna and mushroom pasta w/ olive oil.

The photo didn't give it justice at all but believe me, it tasted awesome. I was kind of surprised when she said she was the one who prepared it. So yummy!

Okay, I'll text her now and ask her to visit me again this time with MORE of this pasta. Haha!

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Press Cafe's Mac & Cheese.

It has been a long time since I was able to indulge on eating out and spend Friday afternoons with my friend and watch movies. We used to watch movies every Friday of every week. I miss those days!!

This photo was taken months ago during one of our Friday-movie-after-movie-dinner-days:

Press Cafe's Mac & Cheese and Iced Tea.

I only had a light meal cos I ate nachos and had a huge Coke during the movie. Press offers a variety of food to choose from: from soups, sandwiches, pastas and desserts and in a very cheap price at that. My Mac & Cheese and iced tea only costs P200 ($4) more or less, the food is good and Press is located inside a high end mall. So, okay.

Visit Press at Powerplant Mall in Rockwell Makati City, 4th floor (or whatever floor the Cinema is located).

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Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Bugsy's Buffalo Tenders Salad.

I am thinking about comfort foods aside from chips, cookies and other sweet and greasy stuff right now. I thought about the salad my friends and I had last week.

Is this considered comfort food?

Bugsy's Buffalo Tenders Salad w/ Blue Cheese dressing.

It was my first time to try the Buffalo Tenders there and I must say it tastes really delicious and healthy too. It's a salad, right? It's supposed to be healthy. :) The serving is good enough for 2 and the price is reasonable at P175 ($3-$4) and Bugsy's is a very decent place so the price is actually "cheap" if you consider their ambience and reputation.

Bugsy's Bar and Bistro is located at City Gold Plaza, Julia Vargas Ortigas near Home Depot. They also serve alcoholic beverages and cocktails, appetizers, finger foods and main courses.

Monday, September 7, 2009

I need a drink.

Not water. Not juice. Not soda. In times like this, I need a serious drink. Not to get drunk but to feel something else... to feel numb maybe? I don't know. I just feel like having a drink or two.

Hello, Mojito!
Moksha's Mojito and my love-lovely phone. My two dates on a lonely night.

No, I am not alcoholic. After I got dead drunk 3 Fridays ago, I have never drank a single drop of alcohol. So, I am sober. And it's not like I drink alcoholic beverages everyday. I only drink when I'm out with friends and I still go home normal (except on special occasions).

I have now come up with several reasons why I feel like I need to drink:
  • It's been 3 weeks since I felt intoxicated.
  • I have been stuck at home for a week. Literally.
  • I need to calm down.
  • I need to think about other things. Other than my financial problems.
  • I feel so down, depressed, frustrated and upset.
  • It has been raining for days, it's cold, and I'm ALONE.
  • I have another job interview tomorrow.
  • I am bipolar hence the mixed emotions, the regular mood changes, high feeling/low downs.
I know I have given no valid reasons but whatever, I'd do this for myself and it's not like I am going to drink tonight or any day soon. I am just saying that I need one. *sigh*

Friday, September 4, 2009

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts.

Who here does not enjoy a donut? I think there are only about 1 out of 50 people who do not eat donuts.

I was inspired to write this entry because our mother (or father) school, De La Salle University Green Archers won against the University of Santo Tomas Growling Tigers yesterday. It was not the championships nor was it the semi-finals but it was worth celebrating over because at least we got up from several straight losing streaks. I think it was about 4 losses straight. This win gives us a tad bit of hope that we could climb up and be included in the Final Four. *cross fingers*

I miss Krispy Kreme. I hope I'll still get to see Green Donut with White Sprinkles this year. :)

Last season's UAAP Final Four Krispy Kreme Doughnuts.
Green and White: De La Salle University, Blue and White: Ateneo de Manila University, Green and Yellow: Far Eastern University and Red and White: University of the East.

DLSU Green Doughnuts.

There really isn't any difference on the taste and flavor though, it's just for the sake of the school colors and the school spirit that we buy them PLUS the fact that it's Krispy Kreme, it's a doughnut and I love them! :)

correction:
DLSU Green Archers vs. FEU Tamarraws on Saturday (not Sunday like what I have posted earlier). Ooh la la.

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