General's Lechon

Vicky decided to have General's Lechon for Andi's debut.  I kid you not, this is, hands down, the best lechon in town.  It was recommended to us by a friend of Vicky's and since that time, we have been fans!  I haven't even been to their physical store because they deliver (on-time) and it is very convenient to order by phone.  We have had nothing but excellent reviews from our party guests every time we make an order.  The herbs give a lovely aromatic imprint, and you can drool from a mile away.  Crispy skin.  Perfect meat-to-fat ratio.  Succulent chunks, no need for sauce (although you can pour on the sweet sauce or gravy if you still look for that).  Reasonably priced.  It is so good that you can make A1 sinigang from the bones, something that is hit-or-miss with other brands.  Ah, truly a work of kitchen art!

Ching Nam Hong

Xi Min Ding Street Food

Raohe Night Market

Jio Fen Street Food

Mang Bok's Manok

Raohe Night Market Beef Noodle Soup

Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodles

Taiwanese Cream Puffs

Tatang's Lechon

Gatchalian Lechon

The King of the Munchies is none other than the Lechon.  One whole pig, slowly roasted for 6 hours in an open pit of glowing charcoal.  Crunchy skin.  Tender meat.  Flavorful.  Awesome. My newest craving stems from the wonderful aroma of Gatchalian Lechon, located at the Guadalupe area along the south-bound side of EDSA.  The lechon is cooked in the Ilonggo style, with plenty of lemongrass tucked inside the tummy for a unique aroma.  A mid-sized lechon goes for around P8,000 which I can assure you it is well worth its weight in gold!

Kuilans Siopao

The siopao from Davao!  Vicky arrived from Davao with this tasty siopao that's got a soft fluffy dough that's so delicious.  I can't believe I've already eaten 3 pieces for my afternoon snack...

Pie Face

Monique and I were going around the SM Mall of Asia when we came across Pie Face, an Ozzie maker of pies and tarts.  I had read somewhere that the chain was not profitable (and that bankruptcy proceedings had started) but apparently the chain is still expanding, to Manila at that.  The store had just opened its doors to the public, but unfortunately the available meat pie varieties were not as plentiful as I imagined.  Each pie has a distinct face, and is packed with tasty filling (choices include beef, chicken and veggies).  With around P150 one could have a good snack.

Scallops, Abalone & Oysters

Kobe Beef

The Konnamon-Ya

I've never been a fan of tako (octopus) balls in Manila, the ones I have tasted here are mere salted pancake balls with a lot of fish flavoring.  Our first taste of Osaka street food, however, changed my impression of tako balls--this version was topped with mayonnaise, sweet-sour plum sauce, green onions and bonito flakes.  Our order came hot off the grill, and we forked the balls and ate them street side.  Perfect to eat with the chilly weather!