Let's do the twist: Cane Twist Review

Sugar cane reminds me of my childhood. Those were the days when vacant lots in our subdivision are filled with crops such as tomatoes, eggplant and other root crops. Tubo (pronounced as tubó) as we call it in tagalong is also abundant. We would ask older folks to get us some stalk and we’ll surely enjoy them. 

For the past years lot of ‘healthy’ foods and beverage are introduced to the market. No wonder why Sugar cane juice food carts/stalls are now visible to malls.  

Cane Twist located at SM Megamall Ground Floor.

They offer freshly squeezed juice in a bottle or in a plastic cup. I go for the small glass. This is so refreshing! Best served chilled or topped with ice.

Sugar Cane Juice 30 Php for a Small Cup

For me the juice from suckled sugar cane stalk is much sweeter than the squeezed version. 

From my research here are some Health Benefits from Sugar Cane Juice 

1. Lessen Risk of Diabetes

2. Wound Healing

3. Fight Off the Common Cold and Flu

4. Organ Strength

5. Beat the Heat with Sugarcane Juice

Overall, I give Cane Twist a 5 for its health benefits and its price :)

So Good, So Sweet: Goodies 'n Sweets Review

I was reading a book called Guide to Restaurants in Manila when I read that one of the featured Chef – Aileen Anastacio owns this bakeshop-cafe. It made me excited so visit this store. I wonder how a Chef designs and formulate her own recipe. Ofcourse a part of it is my high expectation.

It was already past 8 PM when me and Inggo arrived. My original plan is just to have plain dessert and coffee. But since we haven’t had our dinner we decided to order something aside from cake. Luckily, they also offer Rice Meals, Pasta and Sandwiches.

Our Order:

Pasta Mozzarella (230 pesos) – Spaghettini with tomato cream sauce with basil and olives topped with cubed mozzarella cheese. The sauce was very flavorful and delicious. The mozzarella in cube form was chewy and blended well with the pasta. I was expecting more from the dessert. But I can t help but to say nothing but the best about this pasta. No doubt that this is one of the best pasta I’ve tasted.  Worth it for it's price

Pasta Mozzarella

my verdict: Terrific! Superb! 5/5

I ended texting our friends saying that we should set a date to have a taste of this pasta. 

For our second round of pasta (yes we ordered another one), we asked the manager for their best seller. She recommended Tuna & Capers and Pesto Pasta. We didn’t try any of those. Instead we go for what we think is good.

Crab Aligue (235 pesos) – true to our instinct the pasta is also good. You will surely taste the aligue on every inch of the pasta. Ops I don’t recommended this for people with hypertension please be careful. =) The pasta was rich in flavor and saucy. Technically it is a bit salty due to the main ingredient. I noticed that the serving is quite bigger compared to our 1^st order. 4/5

Crab Aligue

Now, let’s go to the main event. Dessert.

Carrot Cake (135 pesos/slice) – I don’t eat carrot cake that much but I love this cake from the 1^st till the last bite.  The outer cover is a combination of sweet and salty cream. So Yummy! The cake is infused with walnuts and you will see tiny shredded carrots on it. So perfect! 5/5

Carrot Cake

Toblerone Mousse – this is heaven! It was made from layers of white and thin layers of chocolate mousse. 4/5

Toblerone Mousse 

Turtle Pie (135 Pesos)– I am not fan of chocolate cakes or brownies. But to me this is one is very likable. It has the right amount of sweetness 3/5

Turtle Pie

Wait there’s more. They also sell salad dressings, cookies and lengua de gato good for pasalubong. 

Salad Dressing

Cookies

Lengua de Gato

 Goodies 'n Sweets Menu:

Obviously I was impressed by their pastas and cakes. I would definitely invite friends to visit Goodies 'n Sweets. On my next visit I would definitely try their Tuna & Capers pasta and Tiramisu plus another order of carrot cake.

me and Inggo

Notes:

Service Charge: Yes, 10%

Restroom: None

Smoking Area: Yes

Overall Rating:

Food: 5/5

Value for Money: 4/5

Goodies and Sweets Location:

Carpark Bldg., Greenhills Shopping Center (near Italianni's)

San Juan

Contact Number: (02) 722-8740

It’s Tea Time: Bubbatealicious Pearl Milk Tea Place Review

Bubbatealicious’ has the cheapest menu amongst all Milk Tea shops I’ve visited. They have a branch in UST, to have a cheap price is a sure hit for students as always.

My default order Royal Milk Tea is also their best seller. It only costs 45 pesos and just add 5 pesos if you want to upgrade the size.  My order was a bit sweet which actually over powered the tea taste. Better request for a lower sugar level when you order this one. The tapioca (or bubbles) texture overall was not the same. Some are chewy (which is what I prefer) while others are not.  

I was more satisfied with my brother’s order - Mango Pearl Fruit tea (50 pesos for Large order). Made from mango fruit juice. Typical of a mango drink it was very refreshing. If you want this one better request for additional ice.

Promoting healthy tea benefits the store made sure that their main ingredients has the its own spotlight. 

Ample amount of space is available for those who wants to stay longer (SM Fairview Branch)

Bubbatealicious' Menu:

Overall, Bubbatealicious experience is okay not bad at all.

Branches:

SM Mall of Asia

SM North EDSA

Overall rating:

Milk Tea: 3/5

Value for Money: 3/5

(5 - Highest; 1 – lowest)

Mich and Myl Nails

Owned by a Filipino Couple, another nail salon within Ortigas Center. This is their 1^st branch and according to the store manager they will soon open another branch at the Mall of Asia.

I was able to avail their 30% off promo. This is still available till end of July.

Similar to other nails salon Mich and Myl Nails has its unique store design. Pink floral for girly look and Green for environmental/serene ambiance. The scent of the essential oil produces calming effect as well.

Lounging chair is for those with pedicure services while there are also tables to perform hand services such as manicure and hand reflexology.

Pedicure (180 Php) – Foot Soak, Cleaning and Polish Application. The whole service was good. The attendant was very careful and gentle on the cleaning procedure. I chose Big Apple Red color for my nail polish.

You may chose from the following color selection:

Overall, I recommend this Nails spa if you are looking for quality service at a minimum cost.

Nail Art is also available.

Mich and Myl Nails Services:

Operating hours is from 10 AM till 9 PM. they accept clients until 8PM only.

Mich and Myl Nails is located at G/F Grand Emerald Tower Emerald Avenue cor. Garnet Rd. Ortigas Avenue Pasig City.

It’s Tea Time: Happy Lemon Review

If you're looking for a different twist of Milk Tea then Happy Lemon is the place to be. They offer wide range of drink selection - Pearl Milk Tea to their Rock Salt Cheese Bestsellers, Yakult drinks and Fresh teas.

Happy Lemon is originally from Hong Kong brought in the Philippines by Chris Tiu and friends.

Before I had my first Happy Lemon I already read several good comments about their Green Tea with Rock Salt Cheese. Intrigued by how rock salt will blend to a Tea drink made me decide to order one. When I got my order I asked Kuya if I should stir my drink or not, he told me that it’s not recommended. Well true enough, you need to drink it as is because the main flavor is on the froth itself.

Green Tea with Rock and Cheese (90 Php for Large order). Must Try! 4/5

I Liked it! :) Some people might find it weird but It taste good. Sinkers (pearls/crystals) are not recommended

For those who don’t want Green Tea you may opt to try the Cocoa version for safer taste

Cocoa with Rock Salt and Cheese (100Php for Large order)

My friend Inah ordered Lemon Yakult, one of their bestsellers. It’s very refreshing though I’m still looking for the strong Yakult taste.

Lemon Yakult (100Php for Large order)

I hope that the next Happy Lemon branch to open will have a bigger space so you customers like us can stay longer and enjoy. 

Happy Lemon Menu:

Branches:

Promenade Greenhills

Eastwood Mall