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Manila Hotel Weekend Escape Part One - The Hotel

Sunday, April 22, 2012

"Defined by its history, elegance, and world-class service, the Manila Hotel maintains to be the choice hotel of the most distinguished clientele. Over the years, Manila Hotel continuously provides the best services and amenities for a truly memorable experience."

 What do General MacArthur, The Beatles and Me have in common?

We all stayed at Manila Hotel.

The first time we were at Manila Hotel, it was when Manny Pacquiao arrived from a fight against Hector Velazquez in September 2005. We did not stay here. We were going to Coco Beach and the private van picked us up at the hotel. My first impression of Manila Hotel -- dated!

In 2008, Manila Hotel started renovating the rooms and updated the facilities. All of the rooms are now fully refurbished. Just in time for the centennial celebration on October 2012.


I booked a Superior Deluxe room for an overnight stay. The rates are surprisingly cheaper compared to Mandarin Oriental where we stayed a month ago. I paid PhP7995 (USD190) nett inclusive of buffet breakfast for two and free wifi. Check in was fuss free. We arrived 1pm and the room is ready. Valet parking very efficient.


The room is located on the far end of the 12th floor beside the corner room.


Intramuros and the Golf Course 

This is the view from our Superior Deluxe room on the 12th floor.


Senso Memory Foam Mattress

I was delighted Manila Hotel uses Senso Memory Foam mattress. We have the same mattress at home. It's very comfy for my back. I had the most restful hotel sleep that night.


Pillows, pillows and more pillows!


The sitting area


The Mini Bar

Disappointing!  The outlet for the kettle is not working. There is only Chips Ahoy and Mixed Nuts on the shelf. The mini ref is also not fully stocked.


I was checking out the booze


iPod Docking Station/Alarm Clock


The Bathroom

Newly redesigned bathroom with Italian marble, bathtub and waterproof LCD tv


A separate walk-in rain shower room


Acca Kappa toiletries





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OPM2Go

Thursday, April 19, 2012


STOP Piracy!
NO to nakawload!


Launched last March 28 at Eastwood Citywalk, OPM2Go is an online store where you can download an original song for only P15. Spearheaded by OPM2Go Chairman Mr Ogie Alcasid,  the project aims to revive the Philippine Music Industry by encouraging the music lovers to shun away from piracy.

It is about time that we Filipinos support each other. The price of the songs is very affordable. The money you pay will go directly to the artist. Even the old songs are available for download. You are assured of the quality of music you download. 

Why waste money buying pirated cds?

Why download illegally when you can buy it for P15?

A TRUE music lover does not steal.

Don't make yourself a thief.

BUY.

SUPPORT.

To quote Mr Ogie Alcasid --

"I hope that both the industry and music lovers will realize that we are trying to do more than just sell songs; that we also want to be part of something bigger than what we can imagine."
 LET US ALL BE A PART OF THE SUCCESS OF OPM.
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Chef Laudico's Bfast

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Exactly a month ago, we checked-in at Mandarin Oriental. We decided to take a walk at the nearby Ayala Triangle and find something to eat. It was almost past dinner time but most of the restaurants there are still full of diners. We passed by CBD and Chef Laudico's Bfast and noticed the almost empty dining areas. I didn't like the food at CBD when we ate there November last year. I was a bit hesitant with Chef Laudico's Bfast because there was only a couple eating and they were almost finish. But they look happy with their meal so we decided to give it a try.


Bfast boast of being an eco-friendly restaurant. The interiors and furnishings are made from recycled woods, coffee sacks and old jeans.


The plates are made from 100% recycled materials and are BPA and melamine free. At first, I thought the plates and tumblers look cheap but when I read about their Be Green campaign I understood the choice of dining wares.


Health facts posters hang on their walls. I find them very interesting to read while waiting for our order.


We were offered to try the buffet but it was already 830pm and I don't feel like eating too much for a late dinner. Also I saw those cleaning stuff on the right side near the buffet setup and visible from the dining tables.... eyesore!!! I almost rushed out of the restaurant.

We checked the menu and here's what we ordered:


Pugon Roasted Chicken. Tamarind and oregano spiced roast chicken with special lechon sauce served on garlic rice and vegetable stir fry. PhP138

 

Special Beef Stew.  Braised beef in meat sauce topped with garlic mushroom. PhP168


I sooo love the Special Beef Stew! The beef is so tender. The sauce so yummy. I'll definitely come back for this! Oh well, actually I also want to try the Lechon Kawali Binagoongan - crispy pork belly in coconut binagoongan sauce (PhP148), the Chili Garlic Fish Fillet - broiled cream dory with chili garlic ginger soy glaze (PhP148) and the Chicken Mango Madness - roasted chicken on fresh salad greens, cashew, grilled tomatoes, green mangoes in bagoong vinaigrette (PhP148). I'll definitely have a hard time choosing next time.

 

I skipped dessert because I don't really eat dessert in the evening. But if I were to choose, I want a slice of mango pie :D



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