Happy Foodies

<div class="alignwide"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfbj46YmAm9jr7KK67q53A1gSbQ1YSjweDpgVyK6453KkbsrmIspYLMQh_VFcRhWTIuiGyBkiG6cVPSki10XiQVKBvjpDyYPzsjUj6QoS9Qa6l7nPfYcFtrHG_QI0vhWR15OOkWarva7BW8AokvYvj5ViRe7GWptByIRxEu5BG3ljTQJnoHzTzwVvps2g/s1280/agos-cafe.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfbj46YmAm9jr7KK67q53A1gSbQ1YSjweDpgVyK6453KkbsrmIspYLMQh_VFcRhWTIuiGyBkiG6cVPSki10XiQVKBvjpDyYPzsjUj6QoS9Qa6l7nPfYcFtrHG_QI0vhWR15OOkWarva7BW8AokvYvj5ViRe7GWptByIRxEu5BG3ljTQJnoHzTzwVvps2g/s16000/agos-cafe.jpg"></a></div></div> <p>I had an impromptu ride to Antipolo one fine Friday morning. The weather was ideal for a ride - cool with passing clouds. Being in Pasig, Antipolo was quite accessible. The plan was to ride up to Hinulugang Taktak and Antipolo Church and have brunch along the way back. Agos Cafe was noticeable on my way up passing by Hollywood Terraces along Sumulong highway. I thought it would be nice to have coffee and a snack here on my way down.</p>

<div class="alignwide"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjclcYy4462-TXSXBtl8OPfi5nGz_6zh4D65ODsRFg69fH8cq3r5LFBMWMJgBASXUdAMOcxdojhIGb9_88Cp9t5nqL7XnPpLyAleBAVxJmyWf4TSYXSnub5bsQWuHIhrHUuygIg9DdVU5QFEjEmQZul4y9fPw0i5p-9_-5LGRT8vf7pz4Mz5vmXitG21Pw/s1280/fluff-koppi.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjclcYy4462-TXSXBtl8OPfi5nGz_6zh4D65ODsRFg69fH8cq3r5LFBMWMJgBASXUdAMOcxdojhIGb9_88Cp9t5nqL7XnPpLyAleBAVxJmyWf4TSYXSnub5bsQWuHIhrHUuygIg9DdVU5QFEjEmQZul4y9fPw0i5p-9_-5LGRT8vf7pz4Mz5vmXitG21Pw/w640-h480/fluff-koppi.jpg" width="640"></a></div></div></div> <p>Riding up to the mountains of Mabitac, Laguna is no walk in the park. Elevation rises up to at least 370 meters above sea level. And unless you’re riding a motorized vehicle along this winding Manila East road, the climb here can easily take your breath away. Not just because of the scenery, but literally. It takes effort and can take much from you. I’m glad halfway through this mountain road, the rustic white walls of Fluff Koppi Cafe drew my attention. Its Scandinavian-inspired meets Filipino bahay kubo’s cogon roofing seemed to stick out from all the surrounding greens. It’s interesting enough for a stop and much-needed nourishment.</p>

<div class="alignwide"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIX8BBf448rDtCd8mW9wzC0AOVZXMNYu55_ePlIKSt4DH48GKiSmwau0uNlyjAMfs2VnAywp2mFVg9wAqk4tEbupweT4qN-FElGbj7gl5WRLOrf-pTaNQF76Uj7qbCke49sDKI9GJFcCtWHQPoxvH6TjOgVgW_WBFXw0PS9AhlE97D_7yUohIYP74JpxE/s1280/brewed.jpg" style="display: block; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIX8BBf448rDtCd8mW9wzC0AOVZXMNYu55_ePlIKSt4DH48GKiSmwau0uNlyjAMfs2VnAywp2mFVg9wAqk4tEbupweT4qN-FElGbj7gl5WRLOrf-pTaNQF76Uj7qbCke49sDKI9GJFcCtWHQPoxvH6TjOgVgW_WBFXw0PS9AhlE97D_7yUohIYP74JpxE/s16000/brewed.jpg"></a></div></div></div> <p>Being a coffee lover and cafe enthusiast, it’s funny how <strong>Brewed Specialty Coffee</strong> in Pasig has gone under my radar for months since it opened. It’s a short three kilometer bike ride from our house. It’s located in a commercial center along C. Raymundo where I frequently bike. It took a fellow coffee aficionado’s recommendation to check this place out. And glad I did as it’s a wonderful cafe to add to Pasig’s burgeoning coffee scene.</p>

<div class="alignwide"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRKW1-9OwPVklGSpzOjHds8B1wK-waN9Nl-YfP5JWMszQE8OZvTPtQCTy3KKgdwhXByKG54OiIFhlNIPc3MimEp0qkK1-kltTF_kl38FYQTUHdn6RiSIvPh7ucIFv5k-_XfoIF8dab8Nv8MJnKDh4VCoE2Omb3N8w9VUg5vXE5rExcWWvy30V6FS_Oqwo/s1280/resonate-coffee.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRKW1-9OwPVklGSpzOjHds8B1wK-waN9Nl-YfP5JWMszQE8OZvTPtQCTy3KKgdwhXByKG54OiIFhlNIPc3MimEp0qkK1-kltTF_kl38FYQTUHdn6RiSIvPh7ucIFv5k-_XfoIF8dab8Nv8MJnKDh4VCoE2Omb3N8w9VUg5vXE5rExcWWvy30V6FS_Oqwo/s16000/resonate-coffee.jpg"></a></div></div></div> <p>Coffee connoisseurs can tell if a coffee is of good quality by the taste in its pure black state. I don’t consider myself an expert but having enjoyed coffee for some time, I have an appreciation for good coffee. I may not be intricate and meticulous in fully noticing the nuances and notes in a coffee but I think I can tell if one is of good quality or not to my personal taste. <strong>Resonate Coffee</strong> in Marikina Heights got me testing my palette once again by delving into the rich pure flavors of coffee.</p>

<div class="alignwide"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf-smQCiyV0dle9-Yp7daFZAOT2vPreUg6OKOJrFKynJNQsDYdrnvF0hKrUd3MTPPdEVjYWMxsyQLdatBCiGVi7uYkFl8zWov5b2fC_3M0jcVSefsOKcMlUL8ZaXcxGh8lPth7U9OESVpZxL6sJsPOPr46R_fx30QaSYlQTEb_YgoWIHa0rLfXyROVnog/s1280/bash-cafe.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf-smQCiyV0dle9-Yp7daFZAOT2vPreUg6OKOJrFKynJNQsDYdrnvF0hKrUd3MTPPdEVjYWMxsyQLdatBCiGVi7uYkFl8zWov5b2fC_3M0jcVSefsOKcMlUL8ZaXcxGh8lPth7U9OESVpZxL6sJsPOPr46R_fx30QaSYlQTEb_YgoWIHa0rLfXyROVnog/s16000/bash-cafe.jpg"></a></div></div></div> <p>It's always a delightful surprise to find a nice little cafe on some remote island that's quite good too. Cajidiocan in Sibuyan Island, Romblon seems to be shaping up as the island's food destination to complement the other municipalities' natural wonders. Bash Café in Cajidiocan, poblacion is the place to find quality coffee and pastries. It's a cozy place to hang out too.</p>

<div class="alignwide"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqmaejDq0itAia5ltjrDqHIrGW0iSYx2t5fLkk-DeNGIQSqc8r8JIHCNI5d5UIIefixYYCXVm8teGOz0rP-FLZ0lrnVIEDuD9NrPRuy7KIi4bK-qsD4mlN4KaduYUu-NuUEXaAfsxdfupaLIUKN78wWrY0eUiwcBr_Uc9Yl_6yo7sxRkea4n1gTN_tWCs/s1280/craft-1945.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqmaejDq0itAia5ltjrDqHIrGW0iSYx2t5fLkk-DeNGIQSqc8r8JIHCNI5d5UIIefixYYCXVm8teGOz0rP-FLZ0lrnVIEDuD9NrPRuy7KIi4bK-qsD4mlN4KaduYUu-NuUEXaAfsxdfupaLIUKN78wWrY0eUiwcBr_Uc9Yl_6yo7sxRkea4n1gTN_tWCs/s16000/craft-1945.jpg"></a></div></div></div> <p>Braving the holiday traffic in Baguio, foodie friends, Kara, Tin and I were bent to try <strong>Craft 1945</strong> in Baguio. A merry collaboration of Spanish food from Casa Marcos and craft beer from Baguio Craft Brewery. Set in the quiet and old town of Baguio at Outlook drive, it’s a dining experience that promises to bring the Baguio ambiance to dining like a good pair of beer and tapas.</p>

<div class="alignwide"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuMtwsouKp-dKLKVGI1vCXdGe1nwzHCfg3SUuxYkNpEq7Jg2sBnJv6WWUV9iLvKRcuq8LUyhm03niXfLSo54zaqMzWPxJFjcrj5j6pekB01v3eX2CDIFAS8gXoZ4j-2Ten0iGCcD5yNRrzwht5W4XC4xOo86R06qRCBlH34QKVcOJB2Lq1s-1F7Gm9M8I/s1280/yani-cafe.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuMtwsouKp-dKLKVGI1vCXdGe1nwzHCfg3SUuxYkNpEq7Jg2sBnJv6WWUV9iLvKRcuq8LUyhm03niXfLSo54zaqMzWPxJFjcrj5j6pekB01v3eX2CDIFAS8gXoZ4j-2Ten0iGCcD5yNRrzwht5W4XC4xOo86R06qRCBlH34QKVcOJB2Lq1s-1F7Gm9M8I/s16000/yani-cafe.jpg"></a></div></div></div> <p>I didn't notice the sign on the building facade nor saw any on the stairs and hallway leading to the second floor (why no signs of the nice bird logo I wondered) but the spacious area fronting the Office Warehouse store could only be it. I'm rarely in the Pasig area but if I find myself here, Yani Café could be as good as any reason to do so.</p>