Mika Romero Inviting You to Try Roku! |
Roku is a family-oriented and student-friendly Japanese restaurant concept formulated by Mika Romero. Mika has been yearning for a good quality Japanese casual restaurant near the University where she studied. Since she can't find any, she decided to put up one herself with the guidance of her mother Sheila Romero.
Roku means 6 because they are 6 in the family. And, they want Roku to embody their family-oriented passion in everything they do.
As a shy wallflower type of foodie, I was really overwhelmed by the awesomeness of the party.
The event was graced by the Ayala Top Management, celebrities and politicians.
There were also media, fellow bloggers (spotted on the photo above are: Arcee of TheBagInvestigator.Com, Jonel Uy and Marjorie Uy of SeatForTwo.Com, Aldous of AldousAteTheWorld.blogspot.com) and Instagramers (spotted on the photo above are: @sheroseontimare, @thehungrychef , @maxieissuper, @thebaldbakerph and @manilaeatup). Though I was to shy to approach them as their follower, I was glad to see these people who I look up to.
Music performances of Curtismith and St.Vincent & The Grenadines rocked the party.
And, of course there were tons of food!
Pork Gyoza (169 php) |
Dream Roll (259 php) |
Firecracker Roll (249 php) |
Sailboat Roll (259 php) |
S.S. Roll (249 php) |
Gyudon (sample portions) |
Chashu Shoyu Tonkotssu (sample portions) |
Roku's Tonkotsu broth (boiled for 12 hours) was specially created by Japanese Ramen Master, Kenji Dobashi of famous ramen house Kagari in Ginza, Japan. Their chashu slices are slow-cooked and marinated for 8 hours. So you could really taste so much of the rich goodness in every sip of the Chashu Shoyu Tonkotssu.
Kampai to Roku |
I really enjoyed the night! And, I will definitely try more of their dishes (and review them) with the family next time.
P.S. In case you've wonder how I ended up in such a party... I was invited by one of my longtime instagram followers to attend Roku. When I first heard this, I was really surprised and quickly turned red. Up until my recent acquisition of the Zenphone 2, I swear my instagram photos were horrible. My family and relatives were literally begging me not to post anymore because my photos were not recognizable or if they were, they looked disgusting. Even now, none of my siblings follow me on instagram because of that. So, whoever has been my follower ever since deserves my utmost gratitude and I would certainly like to thank them in person haha. My photos are now recognizable so hope you can follow me @tsinoyfoodies
Roku Sushi Ramen Donburi | |
Business Address | GF Garden Restaurant Trinoma Mall, Edsa Corner North Avenue, Quezon City, Metro Manila |
Business Hours | 10 am - 9 pm (mall hours) |
Payment Options | Cash |
Service Charge | |
Budget/Person | 150-600 |
Free WiFi | Yes |
Unlocked Foursquare Perks | None |
Contact | |
Other | Facebook Fan Page |