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Caramia

Caramia

Caramia is the sweet spot in all Amici Restaurants, literally! All Amici branches have this delightful gelato shop and there are some stand-alone Caramia branches as well. Here, authentic Italian gelato is freshly made everyday. They also offer signature gelato cakes and slices for that perfectly satisfying dessert. Colorful and luscious gelatos in full display at their showcase Punctuate your Italian dining experience with Caramia gelato and you’re sure to completely satisfy your palate. Choose from their various gelati as well as their seasonal gelato flavors, the newest addition are Turtle Pie, Mango Cream Pie, and Chunky Monkey. You can also indulge in their all-new Gelato Sundaes, Pistachio Strawberry Delight […]

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Eric Kayser

Eric Kayser

Tradition and Legacy of French Bread Artistry Water, Leaven, Salt, Flour & A lot of Passion! – These five are the key ingredients in bringing you the taste of European pastry all the way to the Philippines and all over the world. Over the years, Eric Kayser has gained the reputation of producing the finest quality of bread driven by his unwavering commitment in enhancing the flavor and prolong the shelf life of his products. Currently operating in Greenhills Promenade in San Juan, the café has been a spot for revisiting Europe through its breads and pastries. A look inside the café. Eric Kayser in Greenhills Promenade San Juan Eric […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Kool Kids

Kool Kids

Fun ice cream that tastes really cool, no wonder kids love them. Kool Kids makes ice cream frozen in seconds using liquid nitrogen. Enjoy a wide variety of ice cream desserts, like the warm doughnuts ice cream sandwich FroDough. Other bestsellers are their Black Forest Churro Buns and their Frozen S’Mores which are homemade marshmallows with a vanilla ice cream and chocolate center.

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Uncle Tetsu Sweets Shop

Uncle Tetsu Sweets Shop

Treat yourself with Uncle Tetsu’s world-famous Japanese cheesecakes. Their specialty cheesecakes have soft and moist texture and come in a variety of delightful flavors. A whole cake is priced at P299. You may also their new product the Pastry Puff that recently came out. Handmade using the finest and freshest ingredients, each piece will make you ask for more. Visit their branches at SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, and SM North Edsa.

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Hattendo

Hattendo

Have a taste of heaven in your mouth with Hattendo from Japan. These excellent fluffy, pillowy cream buns with melting smooth texture have reached the Philippines and have been delighting Filipinos with its branches in SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall Mega Fashion Hall, and Power Plant Mall at Baker’s Dozen Rockwell Center. These sweet treats with melt-in-your-mouth goodness come from Hiroshima, from the dough and cream to the wrapping, each item is handmade and delivered straight to the shop. Choose from among its seven flavors including custard and whipped cream.

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

UCC Mentore

UCC Mentore

UCC (Ueshima Coffee Co.) is known as one of Japan’s oldest coffee shops. Here in the Philippines, it is popular for its specialty shops and is known to be the pioneer of Japanese-style coffee making. UCC puts a premium on the beans it uses and the quality of the coffee it makes. Considered as one of the drivers of the Third Wave Coffee movement, UCC offers an exceptional coffee experience that has been well-received by Filipinos. Popular among the older generations, UCC has lately been drawing the young market as well. Since Filipinos are passionate food lovers, all of UCC concept stores have revamped their menu to cater to the […]

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Gillian Gail Dessert Buffet: Dessert at its Finest

Gillian Gail Dessert Buffet: Dessert at its Finest

Loyola Heights, Katipunan City – We all need sugar rush and this time you can have it unlimited! For 299php, enjoy three (3) hours of mouthwatering desserts and unlimited drinks from Gillian Gail Dessert Buffet located at 3/F 317 Oracle Hotel & Residences at Katipunan. The Course and Space From candies to cupcakes and everything else saccharine, the dessert buffet offers a variety of sweets that would dare you lose your sugar pumps and raise the bar to overload! With its preppy and artsy type of interiors, it gives off a sweet and dandy vibe especially for girls. This buffet being a dessert kingdom also makes for a sweet date […]

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Milkcow: Premium Organic Ice Cream

Milkcow: Premium Organic Ice Cream

Screaming for ice cream today? Treat your sweet tooth at Milkcow—an ice cream parlor nestled at the ground floor of Eastwood Mall. But wait, there’s more. It’s not just your everyday ice cream; Milkcow serves premium organic soft serve ice cream! A quick background, Milkcow originated from Korea where it found enormous success resulting to further expansions to countries such as Malaysia, Japan, China, US, Singapore and eventually to the Philippines. Milkcow Philippines President, Seann Tan, tells that he discovered Milkcow during his stay in Seoul, and he knew from there on that he had to bring Milkcow to the Philipines. Milky Cube “M3” (P170) For first-time visitors who have […]

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A Flavorful Adventure with Baskin-Robbins

A Flavorful Adventure with Baskin-Robbins

Enjoy a world-class ice cream experience with Baskin-Robbins as the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops brings Filipinos its famous signature offerings. Baskin-Robbins flavors are worth raving about since each tastes like a sweet adventure anyone can enjoy. Never miss a time to get a scoop as the global brand also offers seasonal flavors that you don’t want to miss. For one, the delightful Caramel Turtle Truffle is a definite sweet satisfaction. Aside from their signature ice cream selections, Baskin-Robbins offers some equally awesome refreshments like Milkshakes and Coffee-based beverages. You can also celebrate with or without an occasion each time you get yourself one of their heavenly […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Bunny Baker Café and Cake Studio

Bunny Baker Café and Cake Studio

As December approaches and the weather starts to become chilly, comes the perfect time for a ‘snuggle’ like what we do with the soft furry head of a bunny, whether a pet or a stuffed toy. This warm, cute, and comforting feeling is what inspired the theme for the Bunny Baker Café and Cake Studio at One Hemady Square. THE LOVEBUNNY. The cupcake that started it all. The cutesy café started with the idea of Aila Yonzon, a Bunny Boss in the making, when she first whipped up the Lovebunny cupcake. From there stemmed the creative picture of a café enamored with the words “cute”, “rabbit” and “good food”. A […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Park Avenue Desserts

Park Avenue Desserts

Savor the sweet life Park Avenue Desserts (PAD) is one of Manila’s finest when it comes to desserts and pastries. The shop, now on its 15th year, is strategically located in the bustling district of Magallanes in Makati City. At the helm of the operations are Pastry Chef Buddy Trinidad and his wife Rita. Chef Buddy spent 15 years of culinary and pastry expertise in some of the most respected food establishments in the US and is known for his glorious dessert creations for the exclusive Oscar Awards party hosted by Vanity Fair at Mortons. He is also one of the Founders and the current President of Pastry Alliance of […]

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CaliBurger

CaliBurger

California-styled burgers and sandwiches right within our very own metro. CaliBurger is an international brand of US burger joints established in California known for its “Cali-inspired” burgers, sandwiches, fries and milkshakes. It offers premium burgers made from select fresh ingredients and 100% pure beef worth raving about. The good news is, CaliBurger Philippines currently has two outlets, one in Century City Mall Makati and another in Timog Quezon City serving both the south and north parts of the metro. Cali Burger in Century City Mall has some cool semblance of sunny California (of course!) with a modern, stylish design and a free spirit vibe. It has a nautical […]

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Vanilla Cupcake

Vanilla Cupcake

A Dainty Cupcakery Serving Good Comfort Food It’s not always that you find a cupcake shop with interiors as interesting as Vanilla Cupcakes which echoes themed cupcake shops and bakeries usually found in Tokyo and Seoul. As one of the earliest cupcake shops to hit the Philippines, Vanilla Cupcake is known for its delectable, dainty looking cupcakes—but did you know that Vanilla Cupcakes also serve warm comforting meals that is the perfect fare while you catch up with your friends? Have your fill in any of the filling budget meals by Vanilla Cupcake Bakery Creamy Zesty Chicken Pesto Pasta and Healthy Tuna Cheese Melt Sandwich – only PHP249 After you […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Classic Confections: Chef Baba’s Sweet Menu for the Sweet Tooth

Classic Confections: Chef Baba’s Sweet Menu for the Sweet Tooth

Nono's by Classic Confections offers a wide array of cakes and sweets, among which are the award-winning Nono's Chocolate Oblivion and Sylvia's Strawberry Shortcake, which are both named after Chef Baba's parents. Chef Baba Ibazeta Benedicto is at the helm of these confections, which are perfect for all occasions. Even though Classic Confections at Greenbelt 5 has permanently closed, there is nothing to worry about as Classic Confections menu is still served inside Nono's: Comfort Food Done Right located at UP Town Center in Quezon City, The Podium in Mandaluyong, and Three Central in Makati.

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Lia’s Cakes in Season

Lia’s Cakes in Season

LIA’s CAKES IN SEASON opened its maiden cakeshop in November 2004, just the perfect time before the Christmas Season of sweet merry-making. One month after, they were surprised by the big volume of orders clamoring for their divinely delicious signature and trademark product, the Avocado Cake. Ten years since, their Avocado Cake has become a household hit amongst cake lovers because of its uniqueness and its decadent taste that has continued to delight customers through the years. You will not get lost looking for the famed cakeshop as it has a big signage and giant pictures of their signature cakes. Currently situated in Kapitolyo Pasig City, you will instantly feel […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Croque Café + Bakery

Croque Café + Bakery

“Croque” pronounced as “Krohk” is derived from the French Word “croquer” which means crunch. And crunchy delicious food that brings freshness and comfort best describes Croque Café and Bakery. The Café which opened its doors to the public in March 2014 serves healthy and hearty dishes with distinctive European flavor and Filipino scrumptious taste. A fine blend of western and locally-loved culinary colors and tastes that foodies in the business district of Makati and beyond will surely enjoy. At the helm of the operations are the young and passionate Chef Owners Joseph “Paco” Lao and Alexa Alaba (graduated with a degree in Culinary Arts at the prestigious Alain Ducasse Institute […]

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A. Arnaiz Avenue

Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Ladurée Manille in Rockwell: Home of Authentic French Macarons

Ladurée Manille in Rockwell: Home of Authentic French Macarons

Head on to Ladurée Manille and grab a box full of the best authentic French macaroon packing a taste of sweetness and pleasure.

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Icebergs

Icebergs

Enjoy pleasurable desserts at this classic ice cream parlor! Summer may be over but as the old saying goes, There is always room for desserts. Icebergs, known for its cold desserts, continuously attracts audience who have an extreme love for sweets. Icebergs also offers other snacks to satisfy everyone’s cravings. – The Chocolate Chip Parfait – Heaven is just a scoop away. Enjoy your favorite ice cream from the classic sundae to a triple-scooped chocolate parfait as a delightful treat to complete your day. – The very Cheesy Nachos – Don’t like the cold treats? Icebergs also offers other specialties just like Cheesy Nachos oozing with melted cheese, good […]

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La Vie Parisienne

La Vie Parisienne

NO NEED TO FLY. Now, one can eat authentic French confectionery! – Vive la France! A delicacy shop that also provides wine all ordered from France, La Vie Parisienne is the place of wine, pastry, ham and cheese for Francophiles in Quezon City! It is a must-see place if you want to buy premium quality wine. They have 150 types of wine in their cellar, price ranging from P250 to P10,000. For a casual evening or dinner, the sweet and fruity Shanpelino (P290) is the perfect companion. – EFFERVESCENT. Shanpelino (P290) available in different flavors. – Their delectable Croissant (P55), delicious crescent-shaped pastry and Macaron (P49), a meringue-based dessert […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Scout’s Honor

Scout’s Honor

This whimsical little shop in Century City Mall pays tribute to only one thing: cookies. . A CRAFT COOKIE SHOP. Scout’s Honor displays its offerings in glass cases, welcoming everyone to try their goodies. . Opened early 2014 by Chef Miko Aspiras, Scout’s Honor has a display of cookies that is difficult to ignore. Their rows and rows of big cookies – with quirky names to boot! – are enough to get your curious. Among the crowd favorites are their S’mores Tag Along, the all-time favorite marshmallow and chocolate combination, but only this time in layers and with shortbread topped with graham crumble, Cereal Cookie Bar, molasses oatmeal cookie topped […]

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Bakery and Sweets

The Cake Planet and Café

The Cake Planet and Café

It may not be easy getting to Bicutan, Parañaque, but if you somehow end up wandering there, you might as well make the most of the trip and head to Cake Planet, which is considerably the best dessert spot in the area. – Cake Planet Interior – The Cake Planet and Cafe, owned by Chef John Sta. Cruz, opened in November 2010 and has since gained popularity not just among the residents from different villages but bloggers and food enthusiasts who drop by every chance they get. The shop’s interiors embody a delicate sophistication with its black and white checkered floor, black tables and chairs, and painted walls emulating a […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Farmacy

Farmacy

Mention ice cream, and everyone gets excited. And it’s not just the kids. Ice cream has become an ultimate comfort indulgence, and the adults, too, have lined up in ice cream shops for a scoop or two. At Farmacy, renowned bakery Wildflour’s sweet spin-off by chefs Marge and Walt Manzke and Ana de Ocampo, this couldn’t be any truer. – Exterior of Farmacy – Designed like the vintage soda fountains shops we know from movies (but in more muted tones), Farmacy offers a wide selection of freshly made ice cream that it takes several minutes to choose. For starters, they’ve got sundaes, which are recommended if you’ve got a hankering […]

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Bonifacio Global City

The White Cup Coffee & Milk Tea Bar

The White Cup Coffee & Milk Tea Bar

The southern part of Metro Manila, Las Piñas City in particular, has a lot of places where people hang out in their most relaxed attire. One cannot help but notice its laidback residents and casual neighborhood businesses. At one of the nicest coffee shops here – The White Cup Coffee & Milk Tea Bar – you can drop by even in its busiest hour wearing a shirt, shorts and flipflops, and no one would bat an eye. – Al fresco seating at White Cup – The White Cup is located along JB Tan Street in BF Resort Village. It is easily recognizable by the big signage along the side of […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Sophie’s Mom

Sophie’s Mom

Old American diners or breakfast places you see in the movies — these are things that you will surely remember when you visit Sophie’s Mom in Tuscany, McKinley Hill – The floral and plaid tablecloths complement the white-washed tables and chairs. – The interior is well-decorated with vintage clocks, frames and floral painted walls that will give you that homey feel, as if visiting your grandmother. They also made extra effort in extending that amazing look inside of a restaurant by putting a huge sofa, an old telephone and even a miniature Eiffel Tower. Passers-by can’t help but look at or take a photo of this quaint place! – Framed […]

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Maitre Chocolatier

Maitre Chocolatier

Anyone could easily mistake this place for just another dessert café. That’s where they are wrong. Ferrero Hazelnut Crunch Cake Maitre Chocolatier is said to be the first boutique café in the country. They not only serve rich chocolate desserts but unique dishes as well. Their Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Spicy Chocolate Sauce (P135) and White Chocolate Vegetable Omelette (P122) would pique the interest of anyone’s taste buds. White Chocolate Carbonara Quality chocolate brands, such as Lindt and Merci, can be found in this chocolate haven. You can buy these as gifts or souvenirs for your loved ones, but why not make it special? Chocolate gift baskets, trays, hearts and […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Slappy Cakes

Slappy Cakes

A pancake shop originally from America that also boomed in Japan and other countries, Slappy Cakes has become so popular that people line up and wait for hours just to have a taste! Salmon Benedict (P350) The restaurant is a family-friendly place. On weekdays from 2PM to 6PM, children under 10 years old can even eat free of charge! A hot plate is installed in every table where you can cook your pancakes, though, so parents have to be a bit wary of the hot surface. However, all uneasiness disappears once the cooking starts! Customizing your pancake is the name of the game in this all-day breakfast restaurant. Different kinds […]

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Bakery and Sweets

Bakery and Sweets

Calea Pastries and Cake: Bacolod’s Famed Bakeshop

Calea Pastries and Cake: Bacolod’s Famed Bakeshop

If you have never been to Calea, then you have never been to Bacolod City. Calea, in a nutshell, is Bacolod’s famed bakeshop. It is a household name for Bacoleños and one quickly synonymous with sinful sweets. Their iconic shop is often filled with tourists and locals alike, but the place is big enough for everyone to savor their desserts in peace. The display counters of the shop are simply a joy to behold. Upon entering, you are greeted by at least thirty different types of cakes and pastries in the front display alone, all laid out in neat formation. At the freezers near the back, there’s more – a […]

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Orange Whisk Restaurant and Pattiserie

Orange Whisk Restaurant and Pattiserie

It’s not that difficult to find Orange Whisk Restaurant and Patisserie along the food strip of Aguirre Avenue. For one thing, the restaurant has a big sign up front, not to mention a bright orange color that is, without a doubt, hard to miss. The restaurant is a joint project of Isaiah Ortega and Pastry Chef Korinne Lirio, who have come up with a selection of dishes that are deceivingly simple yet comforting and delicious. Among the favorites are their Burger Steak with Blue Cheese Mushroom Cream Sauce – a dish of Kutayama Wagyu steak on a bed of mashed potatoes drizzled with mushroom sauce – and Wagyu Saikoro Steak, […]

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Uncle Tetsu Cheese Cake

Uncle Tetsu Cheese Cake

Japan’s most popular cheese cake has invaded the Philippines! Uncle Tetsu is a takeaway store that specially serves unique cheese cakes. Unlike the dense, heavy Western-style cheesecake, Uncle Tetsu’s version of this well-loved cake is light, fluffy and not too sweet. Rich in vitamins and minerals, they are prepared using the freshest of eggs and milk and the best quality cheese and butter and contain no preservatives added. These cakes are also low in calories and sodium and high in protein. Originally from Fukuoka, Japan, Uncle Tetsu cheese cakes have been around since 1985. Tetsushi Mizokami, the inspiration behind the loveable Uncle Tetsu character we see as their logo, grew […]

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Patisserie Kyo

Patisserie Kyo

Last October 2014, Patisserie Kyo opened a branch at Trion Tower near SM Aura, sharing space with Ralph’s Wine and Spirits of the Wine Shop. This Japanese bakery cafe is famous for their healthiest and delicious bread. Strawberry Shortcake is Patisserie Kyo’s bestseller. The ingredients used in making the shortcake came from different parts of the world: wheat flour is made in Japan, the sugar is made in the US and the cream is made in France. Strawaberry Shortcake (P150/scice; P1,300/whole)

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