Cake Night!

Nina celebrated her birthday with a bang thanks to four sumptuous cakes.

First up is the family’s birthday cake staple:

Hizon's Caramel Cake

Hizon's caramel frosting is rich and thick with the sweetness level just right. The cake itself is always freshly baked making it such a joy to eat. The best caramel cake in Manila in my opinion.

Second cake is in the form of a mango torte:

Dulcelin's Mango Torte

The most popular mango torte in Manila is from Dulcelin. Mango is consistently sweet and the crust made of nuts is very addicting to eat. I often find myself having a second helping since this is very light.

Nina also received two Starbucks cheesecakes and I was pleasantly surprised how good the cheesecakes are. The cheesecakes taste homemade and none of the commercial flavor I initially suspected it of having.

Strabucks' Cookie Dough Cheesecake

Sweet, light, and everything nice. Perfect for kids!

Starbucks' Almond Roca Cheesecake

A more sophisticated cheesecake with rich chocolate flavors. Surely a cake that will please chocolate lovers.

It goes without saying that everybody had trouble choosing their favorite cake. Looking forward to more cake nights like this one!

Hizon's Cakes and Pastries is located at 1197 Jorge Bocobo St. Ermita Manila.  It has stalls which can be found at SM Mall of Asia and Greenhills Promenade. For more information, call them at 5258790.

Dulcelin Gourmet is located at 36 Times St., West Triangle, Quezon City. For more information, call them 3742165 to 67 or visit their website.

Starbucks Coffee has branches all over Metro Manila. Click this  for more information.

Dinner for Two at Bistecca

Not so long ago, Curls requested for a steak dinner while I wanted truffle fries.

There's no other place to go but Bistecca!

What We Shared

Complimentary Bread

hohum

Truffle Fries (220php)

Sadly, this is overrated. Lusso’s truffle fries are better. Some fries are even soggy.

Mushroom Napoleon (450php)

Beef + wild mushrooms + cream with hint of coconut = Interesting concoction that works

NY Strip Steak (1800php)

A little burnt for my liking but this is still good. Tender and tastes like the real deal. Strong beef flavors.

While the experience was pleasurable, I wouldn't recommed having dinner for two at Bistecca. Bistecca's specialty is its big steak which is best enjoyed in the company of a large group.

Bistecca is located at 122 Joya, Rockwell, Makati City. Call them at 403-5231 or visit http://bistecca122.com/ for more information.

In Memoriam: Celsius Gastrolounge

I learned from Lian that Celsius Gastrolounge has already closed shop!

It reminded me of the dinner I had with friends during Wamie’s bridal shower weekend.

In memory of Celsius Gastrolounge, I'll share pictures of some of their food creations.

Complimentary Bread

Roti Canai

Oyster Motoyaki

Celsius Baboy

Seafood Grill Platter

Chorizo and Spinach Stuffed Chicken

Frozen Star Anise Souffle with Banana Fritters and Vanilla Sauce

A LITTLE TRIVIA: Soon taking over Celsius Gastrolounge's site is Berting's Grill! 

Celsius Gastrolounge was located at 67 Sct. Rallos St. Cor. Tomas Morato, Quezon City.