Lemuria.
For this meal, we were presented with a tantalizing menu of Lemuria classics.
As an appetizer to the entire dining experience, we were given their home-made breads which are freshly prepared in-store using hand-churned butter. Among their selection are French Baguette, Walnut Loaf made with walnut, honey and molasses, and Foccaccia with sundried tomato. These are complimentary and served along any meal purchased :)

Foie Gras Trio (1,150 php)

Braised Lamb & Apricot Galette |(365 php)

Seabass (1,260 php)

Duck Leg Confit w/ Cassoulet  (1,310 php)

Beef Bourguignon (940 php)

Finishing up the main course was a serving of their Beef Bourguignon. As with all flavorful meats, this was braised and marinated for 2-3 days; Lemuria braises theirs in red wine reduction and slow cooks it for a full 8 hours. The effort is very evident with a beef that is absolutely melt in your mouth and flavorful, further complemented by the sweetness that comes with a side of shallots. This was my favorite dish for the evening.

Lemuria Cheesecake (294 php)

A sweet ending to a perfect meal, the meal ended with a dessert bearing the restaurant’s own name, the Lemuria Cheesecake. Arguably very popular, this is not just like any other cheesecake. Lemuria uses a combination of Carabao’s Milk, Goat’s Cheese, and Dulce de Leche to achieve a distinct and original cheesecake flavor that is full, creamy with a harmonious blend of dairy. Topped with their homemade strawberry compote and this dessert was just the perfect way to end the night.



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There are only a few creperies in the Metro.   So when I heard of La Creperie, I invited the family to try it. 

La Creperie has many branches.  The one in Salcedo Village is one of their newest establishment and it's near to us so it was the wisest option based on convenience.
 

It has a modern and luxurious vibe.

There are huge chandeliers that keeps emanates a romantic yellow glow over the place. 

Kids loved to watch as their crepes were being prepared.


Food

Les Soups

♥ Soup of the Day (285 php)

The Soup of the Day is pumpkin soup with garlic bread.  I've always loved pumpkin soup so we're fortunate that this was made available.

♥ French Onion (295 php)

 The French Onion topped with loads of gruyere cheese is highly recommended.

Galettes de Sarrasin

Provencale (285 php)

Between crepes and galettes, I've always prefer the latter for being he healthier option so I ordered the Provencale.  The Provencale is filled with spicy tuna, ratatouille (eggplant, zucchini, tomato, red peppers and garlic) and egg.  The toppings were a great medley but I didn't like the dryness and flatness of the galettes itself.   I can't help but miss my favorite Cafe Breton because of my disappointment.
 

♥ Crevette (295 php)

The Crevette is one of the best crepes I have tried.  It is filled with shrimp, crab roe (aligue) and spinach in bechamel sauce.  This is a must try!

Hungarian (265 php)

The Hungarian from the sound and looks of it is a manly meal. It had Hungarian sausage, sauteed onions, mustard sauce, chopped tomato and green salad.  For me this was too common but brother said it was okay for him.


Les Pates

♥ Truffled Mushroom and Sausage (385 php)

My little sister enjoyed her Truffled Mushroom and Sausage pasta.  I'd personally prefer if this had more truffle.


Les Chocolat Chaud

♥ Angelina's (210 php)

 Based on the review of Our Awesome Planet, the Angelina's is highly recommended so we ordered it.  It is a Paris-style rich hot chocolate (60% cacao) served with large chocolate chips and whipped cream.

♥ Angelina's (210 php)

We all loved how thick, rich and creamy it was.  But, I personally found it too sweet that made it difficult to finish.
 
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
La Creperie is a great place for crepes.  Price range is reasonable for the food quality.  The classy interior is another reason to drop by.

There's an old saying that "Old Favorites Die Hard".  That rule applies to Cafe Breton, my favorite creperie since childhood.

Whether its for breakfast, lunch or dinner, Cafe Breton is my go-to place for French Crepes and coffee.

I'm not very particular about their ambiance.  Our favorite branch at Robinson's Place seems a little cramped but no one seems to mind.

My preferred seating place is the one near the open kitchen so I could see my French crepes being prepared.

Food
They have DIY options but I don't want to tickle my brain of such matters and trust their combinations instead.  However, on some occassions, if they run of a single or few ingredients in an item, you are allowed to substitute the said ingredient/s for others that are available.
 

Savory Favorites

♥ Poseidon (248 php)

The Poseidon is my favorite.  It has smoked salmon, dill sauce, sour cream and capers.
 

♥ Excalibur (215 php)

If you don't feel like eating fish, the Excalibur is a great choice for a savory but not-so-heavy meal.  It has ham, emmental cheese, fresh cream, asparagus spears, sauteed onions and mushrooms.

Savory Galettes (buckwheat crepes)
For a healthier choice, you can go for the Galettes which make use of buckwheat flour.  I used to think that buckwheat is a type of wheat or at least related to it.  But, after my research, I found out that buckwheat is actually a fruit seed.  It has a flavanoid called rutin which helps lower cholesterol and extend the action of vitamin C.  It is also a source of magnesium.  Its more important feature is being a gluten-free fiber.  Well, pardon me for being such a health geek but the bottomline is... its healthy! =)  

Galette Bretonne (280 php)

The Galette Bretonne is a choice for seafood lovers.  It has spinach, shrimps sauteed with crab meat and onions, fresh cream and gryuere cheese.

Galette Don Quixote (270 php)

The manly and savory is Galette Don Quixote has ground chorizo , onion, tomato, cream and mozzarella.

Galette Americain (240 php)

For a hefty meal, try the Galette Americain with beef patty, mushroom, egg sunny side-up and tomato provencal.

♥ Hamburcrepe (245 php)

Compared to the Galette Americain, I like the Hamburcrepe more because the burger patty is laid on a bed of spinach  and topped with sauteed mushrooms, cheese and tomato provencal.

Dessert Crepes

♥ Eden (155 php)

Most of their desserts are too sweet for me.  My classic and default order is the Eden with stewed apples, cinnamon powder topped with whipped cream.

Coffee

Hot Coffee

Cafe Au Lait Decaf (100 php)

Their hot coffee is nothing extraordinary but good to pair with dessert crepes.

Cappucino Decaf (100 php)

Cold Coffee

♥ Cafe Liegeios (130 php)

Sometimes, I go for their cold drinks just for an extra dose of sugar.  The Cafe Liegeios pronounced as "leej*wah" is my kind of cold drink with espresso coffee, ice cream, whipped cream and choco syrup.

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Cafe Breton is my favorite creperie since childhood.  It's a low-key place that's serves good quality dishes and drinks that everyone just goes back for without any need for any marketing mumbo jumbo.  I just love their velvety soft and moist galettes and French crepes that can go with any topping I crave for.  The price is reasonable too.