'Tis the season to be full!
December had always been the time of year when people can pig out without guilt and I am no exception. So while on vacation in Baguio, I visited some of the old and some new places to dine and hang out.
Like they say: "... a trip to Baguio would not be complete without a visit."
"Forest House was born of a concept to capture the very essence of Baguio City. A place to escape the harshness of reality and take time out for a breath of fresh air ... a place where you can sit back, relax, over a cup of freshly brewed coffee as you pine the hours away ... a place where you gather with friends and relatives to celebrate the joys of life ... a place you call home.
"The warm and cozy ambiance is one of kind that will keep you glued to your chairs as you listen to Baguio's best musical talents serenade you with their repertoire of jazz, classics, standards and probably even your favorite songs to reminisce by.
"Service is above par to compliment our international and local cuisine. Bagnet, an Ilocano pork dish, is the house special and is a must try, but the staff would be more than glad to assist you with your preference. And after a heavy meal, a wide variety of pastries and our very own BOTTOMLESS Forest House coffee awaits you. Oh, and not to forget, the WiFi is FREE!"
This one's pork chop topped with chili con carne on a bed of fries. I forgot what they called it.
This one's chicken with white wine sauce. It's like chicken pastel except that the sauce has white wine in it.
This is sinigang na bagnet. Yummy and fatty.
I've been planning to visit the place since early 2011, but never got around to it. This holiday, I finally got the chance to check the place out.
The place is very elegant and roomy. The food is okay. Service is good.
Since I forgot to take a photo of the food before chowing it down, I thought I might as well get a snapshot of what's left of the seafood gambas.
Voted as one of Asia's finest restaurants, Hill Station at the old Casa Vallejo offers "robust dishes that blend the flavors of Asia’s hill stations with the tastes of Old World Europe and New World America."
Their Spanish Callos is a tasty blend of textures. I was never a fan of innards but this dish felt unexpectedly delectable to my taste buds.
The gyoza burger was simply divine!
While waiting for your meal, Hill Station offers you a complimentary bread basket served with olive oil dip and nuts with some spices reminiscent of satay sauce.
Gecko, as we fondly call it, had always been one of our favorite places to hang out in while in Baguio. It used to be called Swiss Maid and had a cow with bell for a mascot and offered mostly juicy sausages and a variety of Swiss cheese. Then it became Bruno's before it came to be known as The Flying Gecko.
The restaurant is easily accessible, open 24/7 and offers free WiFi.
My last visit to the place was a little disappointing, however... Their once healthy servings aren't as healthy anymore. They now offer portions and their menu is shockingly a simple print out on a bond paper.
The photo above is a portion serving of a sad apple pie.One of our favorite places to go to for a fulfilling budget meal, Steaks and Toppings used to be just a small, narrow restaurant in Patria de Baguio building at the corner of Session Rd. and Fr.Carlu St.
Now located in Puso ng Baguio Building at the heart of Baguio's central business district, they restaurant looks and feels more upscale but still offers affordable and tasty meals.
For only Php130.00, you can already enjoy this hearty 2-piece garlic steak.
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