If there's one place which was highly recommended everywhere (in publications, online blogs, online reviews sites, tv shows) to have Authentic Kapampangan Cuisine,  it would be Everybody's Cafe.

Thus, we squeezed it into out itinerary.

We arrived there around 9 pm and we were practically the only customers of this popular place.

It looks like a carinderia (even with flies).  Just with a better table set up since there is a table cloth.

The dishes are displayed like in a carinderia or turo-turo style canteen.

They have no menu and the set-up was like this so we had the impression that the food would be affordable.  We ordered the ♥ Morcon (360 php) for take out.  I think that is the their most impressive dish.

Unlike me, it is the family's first time to try the Kapampangan exotic dishes.

Food

Camaro (Mole Cricket) (220 php)

I was really excited to let the family try the Camaro.  I've had a pleasant experience with the camaro by Ikabud, Bistro Remedios and during the Marquee Mall's Big Bite!  Unfortunate, this one is not as good.  =( I felt bad that the family had to try this not-so-crispy, bland and greasy version at such an expensive price too!

Kalderetang Kambing (300 php)

The Kalderetang Kambing is delicious with a little spiciness to it.  It was tender enough but the serving was small and had lots of bones so  felt that the pricing is not justified.

Betute

I forgot how much the Betute was but I'm pretty sure it was also every expensive as it was priced per piece.  Compared to the Camaro, this is much better.  But, I still didn't like it's oiliness.  I suggest you try Cely's Carinderia and Abe's instead.

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Out of all the place we dined at in Pampanga, this is the most expensive and disappointing one.  Trying Everybody's Cafe was a huge mistake!

Thanks to the Metro Angeles Food Tour 2014 (#MAFT2014), I got to visit Abe's Farm in the municipality of Magalang Pampanga.  

I've tried Abe at the SM Mega Fashion Hall before.  But being a nature lover, Abe's Farm scenic and native ambiance is more to my liking.

The restaurant is set up in a native kapampangan home which was originally built as LJC's founder Larry Cruz rest house.

Although the place is huge, the dining area is quite limited to grant the diners privacy and comfort.

The second floor has lofts and sofas were you can just chill out.

We chose to dine in this area to enjoy some fresh air and scenic view of the pool.

Food

Appetizers and Salads

Sinuteng Baby Squid (175 php)

The Sinuteng Baby Squid is sauteed baby squid in olive oil with garlic and chili.  This is a simple dish that relies on the quality of the tender baby squids.  It was executed well.

Prinitong Lumpia (125 php)

The Prinitong Lumpia is a crispy-coated, crunchy veggie-filled starter.

Paco Fern and Tomato Salad (155 php)

The Paco Fern and Tomato Salad is a bountiful salad with paco fern, raw onion rings, tomato strips and salted egg slices.

Main Courses

Binukadkad na Pla Pla (395 php)

The Binukadkad na Pla Pla is a butterflied  pla pla served with balo-balo relish and mustasa leaves. 

Knockout Knuckles (595 php)

I've Knockout Knuckles before at Cafe Adriatico.  It's as good as the first time I tried it.

Kare-Kare (595 php)

Their version of Kare-Kare is so rich and generous with ingredients too.  I couldn't stop indulging myself over this with their addicting bagoong.

Lola Ising's Adobo (395 php)

I've also tried the Lola Ising's Adobo at Cafe Adriatico.  This adobo belly chunk is so tender and tasty!  Like I said before, one of the best adobo out there.

Betute (290 php)

I love frog dishes since childhood so I was not as intimidated as my companions with it.  The Betute was savory, tender and clean tasting.  The pickled vegetable served with it is the perfect accompaniment to cleanse the palate too.

Vegetables

Gising Gising (240 php)

It's actually my first time to try the Gising Gising.  I enjoyed the crunchy small cuts of kangkong stem with shrimps and chili swimming in a pool of coconut milk.

Rice, Noodles and Side Dishes

Bamboo Rice (250 php)

Everyone was impressed with the Bamboo Rice.  Aside from being steamed in bamboo shell, it was also sumptuous and rich in flavor.  The mountain rice is topped with wood ear mushrooms, shrimps and bamboo shoots.


Desserts

Sikreto ni Maria (165 php)

The Sikreto ni Maria is probably the most extravagant version of the classic suman at mangga.  The suman and mango slices are covered by their amazing coconut milk and carabao milk ice cream. 

Turon Saging with Langka at Ube (80 php)

The Turon Saging with Langka at Ube is good but I prefer the former.


Drinks

Mango Shake

Tamarind Shake *photo credits to my lifestyle blog crumpylicious.com

The staffs highly recommends the Tamarind Shake made from fresh tamarind.  This is indeed a one of a kind beverage that's a must try!


Other Metro Angeles Food Tour (#MAFT2014) Posts
Angeles Fried Chicken 
Binulo Restaurant
Cottage Kitchen Cafe
Historic Camalig Restaurant
La Rose Noire (factory visit) 
Mother's Cake House
Prism Lounge
Sab Bistro
Salt Restaurant (Breakfast Buffet)
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Abe's Farm is a must visit for kapampangan cuisine experience that's in line with nature.  The native and homey ambiance is one of a kind.  Tourists and balikbayans will enjoy this place even more. 

Ensaladang Ampalya at Paku (Bittermelon & Edible Fern Salad) by The Culinarium

Manggang Bubut, Kamatis (Green Mango & Tomato Salad) by The Culinarium

Paksing Demonyu by The Culinarium

The Paksing Demonyu is their version of paksiw but I don't know why it is called demonyu (demon) though, it is heavenly!