Going Korean at the Don's Korean BBQ and Buffet Taytay

Everything Korean is so hip lately.  I am not surprised that one of the latest "food trip" destinations in Taytay, Rizal ~ Don's Korean BBQ and Buffet Restaurant was an instant hit among the general public.  

We just had to give it a try!

The restaurant is relatively small with limited seating and parking, so coming early is a must, if you want to be seated.  

We visited on a Sunday, lunch time and arrived at the restaurant at 11am.  There were already 4-5 families/groups seated, when we arrived.  About 30 minutes later the restaurant was already packed with guests ~ so yes it pays to come early!  

The restaurant serves traditional cooked food and BBQ.  You can opt for just the buffet or get an add on unlimited BBQ set (pork or beef or both) for grilling.  

  

Buffet options are quite affordable~

P275 Buffet Only

P335 Pork with Buffet

P395 Pork and Beef with Buffet

P445 Beef with Buffet

We got ourselves the Pork and Beef with buffet for our group and ended paying roughly P2000 after the senior citizen discounts, for our party of 6.  Not bad at all.  

I personally prefer beef, which was juicier and tastier than pork BBQ; I would definitely just get the beef option next time.  

My eldest enjoyed his time grilling ~ The Chef is in the House :P  

The hardest part ~ waiting for our food to cook.  

But don't worry the cooked buffet spread was good with varied choices.

Spices section ~ for seasoning your grill.  

Cooked buffet included traditional Korean dishes such as 

Bulgogi (marinated beef barbecue), Japchae (stir-fried sweet potato noodles), Ddukbokki (spicy rice cake), Haemul Pajeon (seafood vegetable pancake), Kimbap (Korean Sushi Roll, etc.  I was surprised to see a lot of choices considering the really affordable price.

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Korean food cravings satisfied!  

Thumbs up for Don's Korean BBQ and Buffet!

TIP: A Korean BBQ Grill is not the best place to go before a meeting or another event. The smell of grilled food really sticks to your clothes.

 Don's Korean BBQ and Buffet Restaurant 

National Road Sitio Ilog Pugad Brgy San Juan Taytay Rizal

For inquiries you may visit their facebook page ~ Don's Korean BBQ and Buffet Taytay

  

Flavorful Flame Grilled Chicken at Eduardo's Peri Peri (SM San Mateo)

Tired of your normal and standard family lunch dates?

Let me introduce you to our latest food find ~

Eduardo's Peri-Peri Flame Grilled Chicken.

This restaurant is home to one of the best tasting grilled chicken and baby back ribs I have tasted. 

The Periperi Corporation incorporated April 3, 2014 is a partnership of two young and driven businessmen: restaurateur Eduardo "Ed" Viterbo and entrepreneur Joseph "Josh" Calata.

Their maiden branch, which just opened last March is located at SMDC Light, Mandaluyong,  this was followed by West Avenue, Barangay Nayong Kanluran in Quezon City Branch and then the SM San Mateo Branch.

Their latest branch to open is located at the 2nd level of University of Perpetual Help, Dapitan corner V. Conception Street, Manila, with plans to open two more branches in SM Southmall and SM City Fairview by the end of the year and a few more in 1st Quarter of 2016.

 

 

We were fortunate to have been invited to a Blogger and Media Treat last Saturday to their SM San Mateo Branch.

The restaurant sports a vibrant South American feel. 

It has wooden furnishings in earthy colors and wall trimmings.  The ambiance is truly warm and cozy.

What makes Eduardo's special?

Eduardo's Peri-Peri Flame Grilled Chicken is unique for several reasons:

• It undergoes an elaborate cooking process ~ from 24 hours marinating, combi-oven pre-cooking, vacuum packing, blast chilling and flame grilling. It was no wonder they have  successfully locked-in the flavor and chicken goodness.
• They don't use batter or filler, they don't fry, hence food is tastier and healthier compared to most.
• Their Peri-Peri sauces, developed and manufactured in New Zealand is uniquely Eduardo's.

Peri-Peri sauces come in three blends: BBQ, Spicy and for the bold, Kick Ass. 

 

I love the sweetness of BBQ and the tanginess of the Spicy sauce.  My husband and almost everybody else in our group were delighted with the Kick Ass. 

Peri-Peri sauce (P120/pc)

We were served, Chicken Garden Salad and Mediterranean Salad, for starters.

The Chicken Garden Salad is mayonnaise based, while the Mediterranean Salad is seasoned with vinaigrette and lightly sprinkled with feta cheese.

 Chicken Garden Salad (P89)

 Mediterranean Salad (P99)

The highly famed Peri-Peri Chicken (Half Chicken which comes with rice, drinks and regular side dishes for 2  ~ P328 / Whole Chicken which comes with  rice, drinks and regular side dishes for 4 ~ P636)

Baby Back Ribs (Half Slab P169 / Whole Slab P289)

A whole slab serving is enough for 3-4 persons.

Both the chicken and back ribs are super flavorful, the meat tender and juicy. They were already very good, without the sauce if you ask me, but when I tasted with drops of Peri-Peri sauce I was sold even more (Hubby hogged the Kick Ass sauce next to his plate). 

My favorite is this Portuguese Paella ~ tomato based topped with grilled chicken breast (I am a bit shy to say it, but most of this order ended on my plate).

Portugese Paella (Regular P129/Large P169) 

The surprising hands down star of our lunch is this All Black Angus Beef Burger.  I would be honest I am not a burger fan, but I was intrigued by this burger.

The black color of the bun, as our hosts explained is because it is made of black charcoal powder.  My curiosity had me sinking my teeth into this obviously unique burger. The soft and light bun complements the tenderness and juiciness of Angus beef.

Fantastic Restaurant, highly recommended for family and barkada lunch outs! 

VERDICT: 

1. Food options is currently limited, but according to Eduardo's they are continuously expanding their products. We would definitely be back to try these out.
2. Eduardo's provides customers a complete dining experience.  The warm ambiance adds up to the already delicious food.
3. Eduardo's Peri-Peri is such a treat. Each and every order was spot on delicious. 
4. Servings are hefty and family sized, but they also offer kiddie meals and budget meals, which is good for choosy children eater. Cost is very affordable considering the serving sizes.
5. Service is very good and efficient.  Staff are attentive and are genuinely very welcoming. 

Gave your taste buds a BOOOST and visit Eduardo's Peri-Peri closes to you.

Four Thumbs Up (mine and my hubby's) !!!

With us are Ms. Diana Evite, SM PR Officer of SM San Mateo (6th from left), Mr. Rollie Halili, Promotions Manager (3rd from left) and Ms. Rayen Mendoza (7th from left) of Periperi Corporation.

For additional information and updates on Eduardo's Peri-Peri, visit their facebook page at www.facebook.com/eduardosperiperi

Red Lemon Grill - View Park Hotel Tagaytay for our hungry tummies!

Tagaytay is a huge foodhub, there are so many good places to eat and with the cool Tagaytay ambiance and the majestic Taal Volcano as backdrop (hmmm). 
 
For this Tagaytay trip, our tummies led us to View Park Hotel's ~ Red Lemon Grill.  It specializes on Asian cuisine. 
 
My eldest Beef Tapa Rice Meal (P150). I guess it was good since he finished everything and did not bother share.
 

 

• Chopsuey (175) is one of the house specialties.  It is special and tasted way better than most that I have had. The ingredients were fresh and the sauce thick and savory. 
• Lechon Kawali (P180) was also good.  It quite melts in your mouth and each bite makes you want more (I call it the evil lechon kawali).
• Calamares (P190) was just okay for me.  My youngest loved it though. 

 

Then finished with a cup of Signature Hot Chocolate(P125) from Adam's Café (View Park Hotel's coffee shop located right next to Red Lemon Grill). 

 

The hot chocolate was a perfect end to a wonderful dinner.

 

 

 

VERDICT 

• Sorry no view of here. The restaurant is located on the other side of Taal Lake.
• The place is quite small too with limited seating and parking spaces.  We came in a little early for dinner so we got good seats.
• We love everything we ordered ~ food is delicious, with hefty servings and classy presentation.  Price is very affordable.
• Staff are amiable and attentive.
• They have an acoustic night, when we came (Saturday). I am not just sure on other days.  It would have been nice to stay a bit and chillax while having a bottle or two of cold beer (but we have whining and tired kids that night, so we left early).  

 

Thumbs Up for Red Lemon and Grill.

We would love to come back and taste their other specialties.  

 

Red Lemon Grill - View Park Hotel

3500 Tagaytay-Calamba Road, Sungay East

Tagaytay City

Contact Number 046 4130862

 

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Looking for something Italian?  Check-out AMOROMA RISTORANTE.

 

 

Dine 'n Dash ~ Serving the best burgers in town!

Welcome to DINE 'n DASH.

The restaurant's name sounds familiar right? 

Well, that is because, the inspirations for this American styled diner came from the game Diner Dash. 

I so love that game ~ I am proud of good old Flo's determination in leaving the corporate world to put up her own business. 

This diner concept is the brainchild of a husband and wife tandem, Chef June Go and his wife Cynthia.   Chef June is the star of the kitchen, while Ms. Cynthia hands-on manages dining and marketing.

Hubby and I experienced their hospitality first hand, when Dine 'n Dash graciously co-sponsored with Bagnetified SM City Taytay Branch, SM City Taytay  ~ The 1st Rizal Blogger Network Photography Workshop by the photographer genius, Mr. Dante Ward of The House of Wards.

We were able to put to test, what we have learned in the workshop, taking photos of Dine 'n Dash delicious spectacle of menu.

We were served a selection of gourmet burgers, delectable pasta, really chicken wings and fish.

(Texas Buffalo ~ P119) 

Chicken breast fillet dipped in

buffalo sauce topped with blue cheese sauce.

If you are not into beef patties, this is a perfect choice for you.  Chicken is chunky and tender.  Hubby particularly loved the mix  of buffalo sauce and blue cheese.

(Fantastic 4 Cheese ~ P179)

Cheese lovers need not fret, since they have a special menu made just for you :P

Pure beef patty topped with your favorite

mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan and blue cheese.

Don't forget the chicken wings in you tab ~ delicious and yummy!

 (Classic and Barbeque Chicken Wings ~ Twin size 5-7 pieces with a choice of dip:P179 / Party size: 8-12 pieces with 2 dips: P279)

Dip choices: Chipotle Mayo, Aioli, Blue Cheese and Honey Mustard.  My favorite is the Aioli, which was perfect with their fish dish too.

Classic Chicken Wings

Barbeque Chicken Wings

Big Fish

Big fish indeed.  The crust slightly crunchy, while the meat was juicy ~ cooked just right.

Chicken Aglio Olio  ~ Solo: P129 / For Sharing: P209

 This was a tad spicy for me, but hubby finished this plate clean.

Seafood Blue Cheese ~ Solo: P159 / For Sharing: P249

Another must order is the seafood pasta. I can dine here daily for this meal alone :P. The clams, shrimp and squid deliciously blended with the sauce.

VERDICT

• The place is clean and new.  Ambiance is fresh and modern with an American Diner feel.

• Staff are attentive and courteous.
• Food is great ~ A+ burgers, really savory chicken wings and pasta at really affordable prices. 

• I recommend this place for families and barkadas looking for a place to relax while enjoying a hearty meal.

 

Two very satisfied customers.

Of course, we will be back and next time we are bringing the kids along.

Dine 'n Dash is located at the SM City Taytay BPO Building

(new building across the open parking).

Open daily from 10am-9pm.

Check them out in facebook for their

Grand Opening promo ~ Dine 'n Dash