I've never been noticed as a foodie before so imagine my excitement when I was chosen as a "Blogger Judge" by the UP Economics Society for Foodgasm 4.  I knew I just had to free up my hectic schedule for it.


I'm glad I went there because I haven't tried all the food participants.  Plus, the bands was great too.

Having tried all the food participants... Let me share my feedback with you based on the order of the score sheet just to be fair.

Cuptain Cakes: Batak Sesame

I'm generally not a fan of cupcakes but I enjoyed the Batak Sesame cupcake from Cuptain Cakes because it was moist and not overly sugary.  I liked the bold taste of sesame in the icing but would've loved it better if the flavor on the cupcake itself was stronger.  

Check out:
Cuptain Cakes Facebook Fan Page

Niku Niku: Crabstick

Niku Nuki's Crabstick is fun to eat as a comfort Japanese snack.  The batter and nori was fresh and crisp so it was a good way to complement the crabstick concealed within.  This won as"People's Choice".


Check out:
Niku Niku Facebook Fan Page

Cooking Ina's: Chocolate Rhumballs

 Being a chocoholic, I loved Cooking Ina's Chocolate Rhumballs!  They were so generous too. =) I had all 7 assortments: Wasabi, Chili, Double Dutch, Peanut, Coconut and White Milk Chocolate.  Cooking Ina's Kitchen offers bento boxes for lunch, snacks and dinner too.

 
To inquire:
Contact: (02) 823-2107
Email: cookinginaskitchen@gmail.com
Facebook Fan Page

Buenavi Food & Beverage: Pescado Gourmet Turo in Olive Oil

The Pescado Gourmet Turo in Olive Oil is good but it just lacks the X factor as compared to the rest for me.

Check out:
Facebook Fan Page

Babci Kuchnia: Polish Periogi

You could tell the success of the food when there are long lines for it and everyone wants to buy some to take home.Babci Kuchnia's Polish Periogi was that much of a hit!  I wasn't expecting anything but I was really stunned by how good it was!  Although this didn't win, this is definitely the winner for me. 

Their Periogi variants includes:

• Potato, onions and cheese
• Beef, vegetables and cheese
• Beef and sauerkraut
• Cheese and rum raisin

To inquire:
Contact: (0917) 5276147
Email: babcikuchnia@gmail.com
Facebook Fan Page 

Chorizo de Cebu

 The Chorizo de Cebu is good but not much to rave for.

To inquire:
Facebook Fan Page 

Chili Chili Bang Bang: Bite the Bullet and Original

Chili Chili Bang Bang's Bite the Bullet and Original got me really interested since I loved spicy stuff.  But, I was really disappointed to find out it wasn't spicy enough for me.


To inquire:
Contact: (02) 818-4180
Email: chilichilibangbangph@gmail.com
Facebook Fan Page

The Happy Monster's Elvis Pie

I was swooned by The Happy Monster's Elvis Pie.  It's a nice blend of everything!
 
To inquire:
Contact: (0922) 536-1191
Facebook Fan Page

Country Fries: Okonomiyaki

 The Country Fries: Okonomiyaki won as "most innovative".

 
To inquire:
Facebook Fan Page

Hungry Buster: Dying Burger

The champion of Foodgasm 4 is Hungry Buster's Dying Burger.  I'll let the photo speak for itself!  Just look at that thick beef patty.

Team Johnny: CheeCups

My friends' top pick is Team Johnny's CheeCups which ironically is one of the least for me.

Baking Bad: Bacon Cookies

They say everything with bacon is good... Well, Baking Bad's Bacon Cookies failed to impress me.


 They gave out free chicharon weee!

Modern Desserts: Pastillas Flan

 Modern Desserts's Pastillas Flan got great texture!  It's just a bit too sweet for me.


To inquire:
Contact: (0933) 334-1780
Facebook Fan Page

Mau's Cupcak Cafe: Yema-filled Crinkle Sandiwch

The Yema-filled Crinkle Sandiwch by Mau's Cupcak Cafe are just okay...


To inquire:
Facebook Fan Page 

Ruby Red Kitchen: Original Cinammon Monkey Bread and Parmesan Herb Monkey Bread

Ruby Red Kitchen's Original Cinammon Monkey Bread and Parmesan Herb Monkey Bread won as "Expert's Choice" and I couldn't agree more!  You've got to try this!


To inquire:
Contact: (0917) 860-5915
Facebook Fan Page
P.S. I forgot to take a photo of the Oreo Filled Cupcakes by Chef Francesca's Cupcakes Couture 
Check it out here: Facebook Fan Page
  
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict 
We really enjoyed our visit at Foodgasm 4!  Keep it up and see you next time. =D

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A few days ago, I was invited by the UP Economics Society to be one of the Food Blogger Judges at the Foodgasm 4 which will be held on March 8, 2014 (Saturday) from 6pm-11pm at Mercato Centrale in The Fort, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

Although on its fourth round, it is the first time for me so I can't wait to check it out!  I'm hoping that it's even bigger and better than the three previous ones. I'm not new to food tasting events though.  But, this is undeniably the most affordable one.

Tickets at:
Pre-Selling Price: 200 php
Door Price: 220 php

Major Sponsor: San Miguel Brewery
Minor Sponsors: Cocolife | GSMI
Donor: Greenpak Enterprises | Cha Dao Milk Tea
Media Sponsors: Play FM | When In Manila | Click the City | Female Network | Spot.ph | Choose Philippines
Organization Partners: UP ACME | UP EURO | UP Le Club Francois | UP Music Circle

Food Bloggers

1. Chef Fatsy 
2. Bear Grubs
3. Foodamn PH 
4. Geoffreview
5. Gastronomy by Joy 
6. The Ultimate Food Addict 
7. Joei and Me 
8. Hana - Food, Beauty and Lifestyle Blog 
9. Top Brass
10. Comfort Food and Warm Fuzzies 
11. Tara, Let's Eat!
12. Trip Ko Lang
13. The Kitchen Goddess
14. Wazzup Philippines? 
15. Be Carol 
16. Lifestyle Manila
17. Lazy Black Cat
18. Food in the Bag
19. Tsinoy Foodies 
20. Work @ Home Pinas

It's also a good chance to meet the other 20 food bloggers like me as I have not met most of them. 

Food Participants

1. Cuptain Cakes 
2. The Happy Monster
3. Ruby Red Kitchen
4. Babci Kuchnia
5. Chorizo De Cebu Philippines
6. Niku Niku 
7. Mau's Cupcake Cafe
8. Dolcelli Food Specialties
9. Country Fries
10. TeamJohnny
11. Cooking Ina's Kitchen
12. Chef Francesca's Cupcakes Couture
13. Modern Desserts
14. Buenavi Food & Beverage 
15. Enjoy Comfort Concoction
16. Hunger Buster
17. Chili Chili Bang Bang
18. Baking Bad

I'm also intrigued by the 18 food participants.  Although I've visited food markets and tried food tasting before, I haven't tried or encountered any of them.   So join me in this gastronomic adventure.  See you all there!  Don't be shy to greet me if you see me.  I'd love to meet some of my readers. =)

For more info check out: https://www.facebook.com/events/602345566514517

For ticket reservations, kindly email us at upecosoc.finance@gmail.com or contact Brian at 0927 525 3427 or order your tickets outside Rm. 127 at the UP School of Economics starting this Wednesday (March 5).


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