Heard of the 'create your own pizza' craze that had almost every foodie gaga.. For a fixed amount, you'll get to choose, mix 'n match and overload your dough with toppings.

Well, there's this pizza restaurant in Tomas Morato that had the same concept; the difference was it has more in the menu other that pizza. Mad For Pizza opened May of this year offers pizza, pasta, rice meals, salads, shakes and even a few cocktails.

I must say, I liked my first visit in MFP. Aside from the location which is accessible for someone like me residing up north, the ambiance was a TOTAL THROWBACK. Why? The music that was playing all day were from the 80's and new wave era. Now I feel old because of that, hahaha!

Now on to the menu..

First, the pizza..

Mad For Pizza has a variety of toppings to choose from. Overload your very own 'create you own pizza' with the toppings. For me, I love it with more cheese and the greens.

Now for the other dishes..

Feast yourself with their appetizers, pasta, rice meals and desserts. So far my favorites were the Spaghetti Bolognese, Fried Mac N' Cheese, "Amboy" Angus Beef Belly and Panna Cota.

I also tried one of their cocktails, Frozen Mojito. And it tasted good! Just don't drink it like you're gulping to avoid "brain freeze".

I have nothing bad to say on their service. The staff were friendly and accommodating. And their name pins.. Very catchy! Instead of being labeled by their first names, they used the different ingredients like garlic, parmesan and pepper. 

Curious? Drop by and dine..

Few days ago, I was given a chance to try out Wham burgers.. It was my first time dining with them and I was not disappointed. The grilled burger patty taste good. The flavor is still intact. 

When it comes to burger, most people would think about it as a comforting meal and perhaps the safest choice when craving for something fast yet satisfying. However, many will agree that not all burgers are  created the same,  purveyors can be partial over a tried and tested recipe with American appeal coupled with an awesome classic taste that stands out.

Wham was near an instant hit in its first Quezon City branch for capturing the elements of what an outstanding burger should be: huge, hearty, and tucked with impeccably good beef. Celebrated for its never frozen patty perfection, the secret is also in its grilling equipment—a hybrid of electric and gas with pure charcoal on top. Cooking under the coals not only creates a savory, smoky flavor with an invitingly charred exterior, it rounds out an incomparable juicy texture in its strictly one third pound, certified no extender robust beef with 80-20 lean and fat. With its no short cuts, homemade-style formula that’s far from a typical fast food style or too expensive hotel burger, Wham is a bold version that sums up to affordable gourmet quality burger.

With no bells and whistles or complicated ingredients such as MSG, Wham Burgers remain on top of mind when questing for a satisfying burger with real beef that one can taste. Another factor that gives this classic favorite a breed apart? Side choices such as potato or bite-sized chicken are satisfying and as flavorful as the mains which amps up the burger eating experience.

Wham Burgers is located at three branches: Katipunan, SM North Edsa (The Block), and Mall of Asia. For more information, visit www.whamburgers.com. Follow Social Media Accounts: Wham! Burger on Facebook, WhamBurgersPH on Twitter, and whamburgersph on Instagram. 

Figaro is not your ordinary coffee shop. More than their variety of coffee blends, cakes, breads and pasta, they also have pizza and even rice meals. Wait, there's more! Starting today, May 5, their newest branch located in Taipan Place, Ortigas will offer a buffet lunch and dinner dubbed as "Buffet Ala Figaro".

Coffee beans, cups, tumblers, planners and many more..

Figaro's lunch and dinner buffet will have pasta, sandwich, dessert, lemonade and  brewed coffee. All for just Php 350! Kids 7 years old and below will only be charged half the price. Cool deal!

And just like any other buffet, certain terms and conditions apply.. No leftovers.. No sharing..

We got a preview of the buffet..

The branch originated from the one located in Emerald Avenue.. What I liked in their new branch? I find it more spacious, lighting was good.

Not only that you can chill and dine at Figaro, you can also have certain gatherings held here.


The Arabica conference room is capable of catering a small gathering just for Php 2000, minimum of 2 hours. Every succeeding hour costs Php 1000. The amount is consumable of food with unlimited brewed coffee and lemonade.

Here's something new from Figaro Taipan Place branch.. They're the first and so far, only branch to have and offer a business room - Liberica.

Just like an office..

For Php 3200, you get to used every bit of equipment inside - the computer (equipped with internet connection), printer (have your documents printed unlimited), write/highlight using the pens and more..

More than that, the package also include food..

All of these, only at the newly opened Figaro Taipan branch..

I seldom dine in a buffet restaurant and if I get a chance, it would be feast I should have. And that's what I did few days ago at Vikings newest branch in Megamall. It was also my first time dining in the resto.

Vikings is ranked #1 best buffet resto in the show 'Ang Pinaka'.


Vikings Luxury Buffet Restaurant opened a new branch at the Fashion Hall, SM Megamall.

Spacious, well-lit dining area and accommodating staff..

Now let's go through their food stations.. The first station I would check is either the Japanese (for the sushi, sashimi and maki) or Seafood (the term is well understood).. They even have overflowing draft beer (talk about the happy hour)..

Hello heaven!

More colors of heaven ^_^

Here's something I don't see everyday..

Fish variant at the seafood section..

Colors do make food more appetizing..

Appetizers..

Create your own hot pot or shabu shabu..

One of the many dish for main course..

You can even create your own pizza!

Bread section.. Neat!

Grab your choice of drink..

Desserts..

Apologies for the few photos taken. I was feasting myself throughout the dining experience. Food was definitely great. No wonder people are talking about it and lining up waiting to have their turn to eat like a viking.

Vikings Luxury Buffet Restaurant currently has an ongoing promo for those celebrating their birthday. Birthday celebrate will get to dine and have a feast for free. Cool deal!

For the buffet rates, visit their website vikings.ph.

Grillery is no stranger to me. This is where we had our team lunch 2 years ago. We had a good time with good food..

And I got a chance to visit the place after quite sometime. Tried out a few dishes from their menu.

What's inside this round looking dish?

Make sure you slice it in the middle portion..

And walah! Say hello to Chicken Ala Kiev..

Chicken Ala Kiev is a chicken roll with butter and other spices in the middle.. Sound interesting to eat but it would have been better if there was a 'wow' taste with the chicken meat. With all honesty, it tasted like any other ordinary chicken. I was expecting an after-taste of the sauce to blend with the chicken.

Cream Dory!

Say no more! I just love eating dory (sorry nemo..). Blends well with the sauce and onion springs..

Liempo!

This is no ordinary liempo.. It's easy to munch.. Well marinated!

There are more dishes that Grillery could offer. All you have to do is drop by Greenhills Town Center and dine!

I don't consider myself a food critic but I'm a food lover. I love to eat and try out different dishes. Just like what happened a week ago. I was able to taste authentic Thai food in JUST THAI.

JUST THAI has two locations in the metro but we gathered in their branch in Molito, Alabang.

Restaurant's facade..

Organized by a friend Madam Kathy Kenny Ngo, who happens to be the restaurant's SMM, chosen guests were welcome by the branch manager.

Interiors are amazing - from the chandelier, wall designs and statues.

This one captured my attention in one glance..

Interesting statues..

Now to the fun part - dinner! According to the menu, there were about 10-12 dishes served. Talk about getting your tummy stuffed.

TOM YUM - Php 190

Kuai Tiao Neua (Beef Noodle Soup) - Php 280

Yam Neua (Thai Beef Salad) - Php 350

Pad Thai - Php 280

Chicken with Cashew

Gaeng Leuang (Vegetable & Tofu in Yellow Curry) - Php 260

Seafood with Basil

Khao Niaow Ma Muang (Sticky Rice) - Php 260

Tao Kho (Coconut Pudding) - Php 140

My personal favorites - Tom yum, seafood with basil and the sticky rice. And not to forget their lemon grass as my drink.

It was a bon appetit evening for all of us.. Just Thai also have another branch in Burgos Circle, Bonifacio Global City.

We all know that there are existing restaurants that offer chicken inasal. But there's this newly opened restaurant that offers authentic chicken inasal. I mean chicken inasal like those I've tasted in the famous "Manukan Country" in Bacolod. And guess what! They have the chicken oil as well..

Chicken Inasal with chicken oil

Owners Stephen Po and Lourdes Po talked about the business' humble beginnings. It all started as an 'ihaw-ihaw' stand (like those 'ihawan' we see in our very own neighborhood). They had no plans of expanding it into a restaurant; if not to the growing suggestions and comments from customers. They wanted a place to dine in, not just take out 'good food'.

The couple, together with business partners Emil Po and Charlene Po, transformed their garage into what is now called JUAN STOP INASAL.

establishment's facade

But how did Juan Stop Inasal come up with the authentic chicken inasal taste?

It was a trial and error process according to owner Stephen, until they have the marinade they wanted for the inasal. Same goes to other dishes like dinuguan and la paz batchoy. Yes, they offer batchoy, Ilonggo style. Talk about expressing "Namit Gud".. Another secret they're continuously monitor is how the food are cooked. They make sure that 'inihaws' are not undercooked nor overcooked.. It has to be grilled just fine.

La Paz Batchoy

Grilled Liempo

Sisig

And how much does their chicken inasal cost?

Would you believe it only cost Php 105? Yes! For that amount you'll have chicken inasal with unlimited rice and iced tea. Heard it right... Unlimited iced tea too! Good food in great value..

Now while waiting for your order, you don't have to worry on getting bored. Watch TV, read a magazine or get connected via free WI-FI.

One more thing that amazed me was that they practice paperless order taking. Using tablets installed with an order taking app, every dish tapped in the menu automatically synchronize with the tablets placed in the kitchen and counter area. Nice!!!

Paperless order taking process..

Timer per table to make sure you get the order in time..

Overall ambiance of the restaurant was cozy, well-lite and well-ventilated.

Dining area..

Juan Stop Inasal is open Mondays to Sundays, 11am - 9pm.. They also have a delivery service in certain locations.

Like them in their Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/JuanStopInasal
Follow them on Instagram - http://instagram.com/juanstopinasal