CENTURY PARK HOTEL TURNS SAPPHIRE: Monthlong Anniversary Celebration Packages and Treats Await as the Hotel Marks 45 Years

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The pandemic may still be around but for Filipinos, the ber months is the season of celebrations. In true fashion, being joyful amidst troubles and rejoicing over a special occasion is something Pinoys love to do. Whether it is a birthday, wedding, or any special event, commemorating life’s milestones is a way of coming together and giving importance to someone. As a quote from Terence E. Deal goes, “Celebrations infuse life with passion and purpose. They summon the human spirit.”

Century Park Hotel, one of the finest hotels in Manila, has all the reasons to celebrate this September. After its awarding of the Safety Seal Certification, it has also been recently granted Multiple Use Hotel (MUH) status by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and Bureau of Quarantine. Non-quarantine and quarantine guests, with the enforcement of stringent health and safety protocols, can now stay and enjoy the hotel.

Essential meetings and social events are also now possible with the Multi-use Hotel status.

This latest development could not have come at a better time as the hotel is holding its Sapphire Anniversary this month.

On its 45th year, Century Park Hotel has prepared celebration packages and treats to mark the occasion.

For only P4,995 net / set, families and barkadas can partake of a gustatory feast good for 8 to 10 pax. The chefs at the hotel prepared a weekly themed cuisine to make for a more fun and enjoyable celebration : Chinese, Japanese, Western and Filipino. Each package comes with a FREE anniversary Dark Chocolate & Raspberry Mousse Cake and P200 off at the Deli Snack.

Chinese Cuisine

Week 1

Mini-pork Buns

Snow Peas & Fried Scallops in Black Beans

Teochew Oyster Cake

Steamed Fresh Prawns

Roast Crackling Pork Char Siu Sauce

Cha Misua

Mango Sago in Custard Sauce

Japanese Cuisine

Week 2

Signature Sushi Rolls

Ankake Ramen

Tofu Furai in Shitake Mushroom Sauce

Salmon Head Teppanyaki

Prawn & Vegetable Tendon

Okonomiyaki

Green Tea Opera Cake

Western Cuisine

Week 3

Ciopinno Mixed Seafood Stew

Jamaican Grilled Chicken

Hickory Spareribs

Baked Mac & Cheese

Kale Salad

Buttered Seasonal Vegetables

Assorted French Pastries

Filipino Cuisine

Week 4

Crispy Pork Belly Kare-Kare

Lengua with Mushroom & Leeks

Grilled Stuffed Squid

Ensaladang Lato

Special Palabok with Squid & Chicharon

Bibingka

Brazo de Mercedez

A one day advance booking is required by calling 8528-5855/56 or sending a message at 09176332497. Transactions can be made through Paypal account at payments@centurypark.com.ph or cash payment / bank transfer to PNB (1702 7000 1013) or BDO (0044 7000 0100). Send proof of payment to the Viber number and advise of the pick-up date and time (between 10:00AM – 6:00PM). 

For deliveries, you may arrange for Grab, Lalamove or other delivery services. Transport fees will be shouldered by the customer.

Century Park Hotel is also giving away free Deli Snack Rewards Cards to guests on its anniversary month. The DELIciously DELIghtful Deals allows customers to earn rewards such as breads and pastries during their visit from September 1 – November 30, 2021. Each P500 purchase made at the outlet (from 8:00AM to 5:00PM only) is equivalent to one stamp. Orders made from food delivery apps, except Food-on-the-Go, are excluded in the rewards program. For PWD or Senior Citizen cardholders, the after-discount price should meet the minimum purchase to earn a stamp. Transactions made through complimentary Gift Certificates are exempted from the rewards program. Redemptions can be made until November 30, 2021 only.

“They say the Philippines has the longest Christmas celebration as it ‘officially’ starts in September. Century Park Hotel can relate to this as our anniversary falls on this month and we always find ways to celebrate our wins, however big and small it may be. The year 2021 has been challenging but we constantly look at things positively. We have so many reasons to be thankful for; our Safety Seal certification, our upgraded status to Multiple-use Hotel and another year of bringing our own brand of hospitality to everyone who walks through our doors. Going for 45 is a feat we are truly proud of,” said Anthony Tan, Century Park Hotel’s General Manager.

“We extend our gratitude to our loyal guests, old and new alike. The anniversary treats we have prepared is our way of showing appreciation for being with us through the years. We hope everyone will be delighted with the things we have in store” he added.

Father’s Day Celebration at City of Dreams Manila

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Father’s Day Celebration at City of Dreams Manila

City of Dreams Manila celebrates Father’s Day with special treats to honor dads with fun and engaging family activities at DreamPlay and gastronomic delights at Nobu, Crystal Dragon and The Tasting Room. 

DreamPlay 

Every dad is treated on Father’s Day to a complimentary DreamPlay ticket when accompanied by at least two DreamPlay ticketholders. The entire family can spend time together at DreamPlay’s 12 attractions featuring educational and technology-rich activities such as making a gingerbread man in Cooking with Gingy, creating one’s own 3-D animation in Dream Studio, experiencing a 4-D animation at the Dream Theatre, joining Kung Fu Panda Dojo and other fun-filled activities inspired by DreamWorks animation such as Kung Fu Panda, Shrek, Magascar, How to Train Your Dragon and Trolls. 

On Father’s Day, dads and the entire family can have their photos taken with one of the DreamPlay characters

To cap dad’s day experience, the family can also interact and have a photo opportunity with DreamWorks characters Shrek, Princess Fiona, Kung Fu Panda, Tigress, King Julien, Mega Mind and Puss in the Boots.

Nobu Manila

Nobu Manila’s Nobu Sunday Brunch on Father’s Day

An epicurean experience awaits the family at Nobu Manila’s Father’s Day Sunday Buffet Brunch with its new style Japanese-Peruvian cuisine that includes Wagyu Brisket Pastrami, Roasted Tenderloin with Creamy Wasabi and Truffle Teriyaki, Seared Salmon with Corn Aji Amarillo, Seared Tiger Prawns with Miso Yoghurt, from the Teppan counter; Nobu’s signature selection of sushi and sahimi, hot items such as Seabass Jalapeno Miso, Sweet Soy Glazed Pork Ribs, Nobu-style Sisig, Okonomiyaki & Lobster Miso; an assortment of charcoal-grilled meats, seafood and vegetables at the Robatayaki charcoal-grilling station in the cabana area; and fresh oysters with Ponzu & Nobu salsa sauces.     

Nobu’s Sunday Brunch is from 11:30 am to 3 pm at P3,880++ per person for the non-alcohol beverage package and an additional P990++ or P1,990++ per person for the standard alcohol and premium champagne beverage packages, respectively. Kids from six to twelve dine at half price while those five and below dine free of charge.

Crystal Dragon  

Crystal Dragon’s Father’s Day lunch or dinner set menu and special a la carte menu highlights Double-boiled lamb soup with Agaricus Brasiliensis Mushrooms

Dads craving for premium Cantonese and regional Chinese cuisine either for lunch or dinner can celebrate Father’s Day with seven-course menus or a la carte items at Crystal Dragon from June 1 to 18.

Crystal Dragon’s Father’s Day lunch or dinner set menu and special a la carte menu features Roasted Marinated Farm Duck with Herbs, Garlic and Black Pepper

The Set Menu for a minimum of five to seven persons highlights China Treasures Trio Appetizer Platter of Wok-fried Scramble Egg with Crab Meat and Shark’s fin, Simmered Shredded Pork Ear with Spicy Vinegar & Chilled Smoked Pork Knuckle; Double-boiled Lamb Soup with Agaricus Brasiliensis Mushrooms; Roasted Marinated Farm Duck with Herbs, Garlic and Black Pepper; Sautéed Prawn, Scallop, Fish Fillet with Vegetables and Mushrooms; Steamed Pork Belly with Preserved Vegetables Served with Kwa Bao; Stir-fried Fragrant Rice with Diced Seafood and Small Anchovies; and Chilled Mango Puree with Pomelo and Vanilla Ice Cream. The set menu is at P2,380.++ per person and served with Chinese Oolong Tea.

   

For bigger groups of 8 to 10 persons, the Set Menu is more lavish at P3,880.++ per person and includes Cantonese “Four Season” Combination platter of Stir-fried Scramble Egg with Crab Meat and Shark’s fin, Wok-fried Prawns with Salted Egg Sauce & Roasted Duck Roll Marinated Chilled Smoked Pork; Double-boiled Lamb Soup with Agaricus Brasiliensis Mushrooms; Home-style Steamed Cod Fish Fillet with Cordyceps Flower; Pan-fried Kurobuta Pork Rolls filled with Celery and Carrot on a Bed of Enoki, Shimeiji & Sprout; Braised 10 Head Abalone with Garden Green and Homemade Bean Curd; Braised E-Fu Noodle with Shredded Meat, Baby Abalone and Prawn Roe; and Warm Sweetened Eight Treasure Soup with Red Dates. Chinese Jasmine Tea is served together with this set menu. 

An a la carte menu with some of these items will also be available during the promotion period.

The Tasting Room 

The Tasting Room’s Father’s Day Dinner highlights its new a la carte menu including Wagyu Beef with Pot au feu Broth with Asparagus, Leeks & Sugar Snaps

With The Tasting Room’s new and elegant location at the ground level of NÜWA (just across its previous location) and new Chef de Cuisine Frederic Thevenet who brings with him an extensive 30-year culinary background working in Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe and Asia, dad’s discerning palate will be delighted with the modern French restaurant’s new degustation and ala carte menu.  

For an exquisite dining experience during Father’s day, dads can indulge in a four-course degustation menu that includes Beetroot with Angostura, Comte Cheese, Spinach; Lobster with Curry & Apricot, Chicken with Asparagus and Morels and Halo-halo & Baba Rum with Mango. The choice of a six-course degustation menu has additional dishes of King Crab with Scallop, Oyster, Cauliflower Jelly, Cucumber & Dill and Egg with Caviar and Haddock. 

The a la carte menu includes starters such as Oyster with grey shrimp, apple, cauliflower, beef gravlax, and Sarawak pepper; Foie Gras with apricot, figs, brioche, black olives, coco royale, crab, ham, and cuttlefish; and Asparagus with red wine pistachio, blue cheese, velvet soup, faiselle, and egg yolk. The Cod with parmesan, leeks truffle, and Iberico ham; and the Scallops with caviar, horseradish, rice, and caramelized onions comprise the seafood courses while the Pigeon with stuffed cabbage, Mostarda di Cremona, spinach, ginger, and calamansi; and the Wagyu Beef with Pot au Feu Broth, asparagus, leeks, sugar snaps, spelt, green curry, and porcini are the venue’s meat dishes.

The four-course menu is at P4,788++ per person and a six-course menu is at P7,600++. Wine pairing is offered at an additional P2,000++ and P2,800++, respectively.

For inquiries and reservations, interested patrons can call 800 8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com.

Authentic Traditional Mediterranean Food at Chef Gusto's Pizza, Pasta and Plus

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Chef gusto pizza pasta plus serves authentic traditional Mediterranean food with Greek touch from  Greek Chef Panos Georgopoulos - the owner. 

Gladly, thanks to my friend Hershy who invited me to visit and dine at Chef Gusto's Restaurant with other friends. It is located at the ground floor of Concord Blvd. corner of Benavidez and Salcedo St.Legaspi Village, Makati City. Arriving at the classic restaurant and waiting for them, I was welcomed by Chef and the friendly staff served me freshly made breads with traditional dip, as their welcome dish for all their guests (they treat people as guests who comes in, not as visitors or customers).

Chef gusto's pizza and pasta plus is not an Italian or Greek or American restaurant. It had been borne last September 1st 2012, and is a partnership between Filipino and Greek friends.

Luckily and we really enjoyed having talks with Chef Panos. He shared to us that their restaurant preparing daily fresh unique delicious recipes, from the entire planet. Every single recipe is an individual "culinary trip" to every corner of our planet and presenting several delicious flavors. Delicious ingredients are imported from Australia, USA and Europe.

This authentic restaurant is the combination of his 16 years experience and a unique galley team with the most elegant cooks of the country!

Unique pizza (18 inch) & pasta, classic Greek menu, excellent grilled steaks and ribs, special selection of sea foods fresh crunchy salads, is some of delicious ingredients in Chef Gusto's menus. 

Village Salad

Mix green lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, bell peppers, black olives, feta cheese, served with lemon or balsamic vinaigrette dressing

Creamy Seafood Pasta

Shrimps, fish fillet, Mussels, calamari sauté with garlic and mix with creamy delicious white sauce

Tartufo Pasta

Mix of several type of fresh mushroom (bottom, porcini, truffles) sauté with garlic and parmesan cheese

Grilled Mediterranean Marinated Chicken

with Pilaf rice or fries

Traditional Gourmet Sausage

Special only for you, served with 3 different Dips and fries

Freshly made breads with traditional dip 

I love it and this is the best Pizza, Pasta and plus in Makati where I experienced the unique delicious dishes creating the best atmospheric feeling that evening.

With these selected desserts, chocolates and cakes served us with wine.  .  .  .

Chef Panos and filipina wife Ivy also told us that the are serving breakfast and regular menus everyday from 7 am to 10 pm, Monday to Saturday.

Chef Gusto's Pizza Pasta and Plus 

Located at: Concord Blvd, 200 Benavidez St. Corner Salcedo road Legaspi

Village San Lorenzo, Makati City

Reservation number: 4782941 Monday to Saturday 7 am to 10pm

Mob: +63 (0) 9175267891 / +63 (0) 9175267891 

Email : panosgeor2009@gmail.com

For more information please visit chefandrecipes.com & chefgustos.com

Taste the art of ramen in an authentic Japanese cuisine: Kokoro Ramenya

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Kokoro Ramenya serves a wide selection of authentic Japanese ramen and other popular Japanese dishes. This restaurant opened its doors to Filipinos last April 18, 2012.

Kokoro Ramenya is a new Japanese ramen restaurant along Roxas Boulevard, Manila. The restaurant prides itself for having a great selection of popular regional Japanese ramen prepared by head chef and ramen connoisseur, Susumo Murata.

Kokoro Ramenya even has its own Japanese noodle-making machine to ensure noodles are of the highest quality and served fresh daily. Chef Murata highly recommends the Karakuchi-negi, Seafood Sapporo Ramen, Gomamiso, and Kokoro Ramenya original.

I love all the food I tried in this authentic cuisine. Their house specialty - Hakata Classic

Hakata Classic is rich and creamy Tonkotsu noodle soup topped with kikurage (mushroom) , chashu (pork)  and flavorful super soft-boiled egg! 

According to Kokoro Ramenya , it is boiled for 18 hours and that's why this noodle is superb! If you crave for a warm noodle soup, here will satisfy you so much! 

They also serves popular ala carte dishes, sushi platters and affordable special lunch set to provide a delectable Japanese dining experience to everyone.

My fave California Maki

Chirazi Sushi - 

a bowl of sweet vinegared rice topped with fresh salmon, tamago, kani, ebi and unagi

Mixed Teppanyaki - seafood, beef, pork, chicken and mixed vegetables 

Kakiage Tempura

Crabstick salad

Crispy California Maki 

Gyoza, four pieces of pan-fried Japanese dumplings

Beef Teppayaki <3

Spicy Tuna Sashimi

Ebi Tempura

Tuna Teppanyaki

And for desserts . . . .  

The coffee jelly and ice cream - combination of coffee, milk, and vanilla ice cream

Black Sesame Ice Cream - Black sesame syrup drizzled on vanilla ice cream

I ordered this Green Tea Ice Cream ! 

Spacious and bright, this Japanese restaurant’s casual cozy interior with a view of Manila Bay, adds to a relaxing dining experience perfectly shared with family and friends.

There are friendly and accomodating staff of Kokoro Ramenya 

I love how nice,  elegant and minimalist interiors of Kokoro Ramenya. 

KOKORO RAMENYA: Brand History

Two Japanese friends were chatting over their Japanese instant noodle lunch when they suddenly had a great idea of putting up an authentic Japanese ramenya in Manila. After a year of research, various cooking experimentation, food tastings and a few Filipino friends’ support, Kokoro Ramenya was born. It was the passion for perfecting the quintessential hearty Japanese meal, the RAMEN, that made Kokoro Ramenya what it is today. Soup broth is cooked meticulously for 18 hours to achieve its unique delicious flavor and ramen noodles are made fresh daily to ensure the right creamy texture and flavor. All this for a slurpingly good meal in Kokoro Ramenya.

2^nd floor, Avenue of the Arts Building, 1388 Roxas Boulevard corner Sta. Monica & LM Guerrero St., Ermita, Manila, Philippines.

Tel: (02) 254-9716 / (02) 254-9438

http://www.facebook.com/kokoro.ramenya

http://twitter.com/KokoroRamenya #ramencraving

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