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Tsinoy Foodies Verdict

I've never tried an Italian Ice and Frozen Custard before so I was really excited to find out that Rita's opened here in the Philippines.

I've been dreaming about this moment for a very long time...


They have a screen with the flavors that are available for the day.

There were so many flavors to choose from!


To add more to the complication, they also had many kinds of products.
 
Cups were displayed so we had an idea of the serving size.


As I glanced down to the chiller, I saw tubs filled with an assortment of colors and flavors.




I couldn't help but be excited as I ordered.

Aside from the storefront, there are more seating in the back. 

Soon, my name was called and I got my orders.

Sugar-Free Cherry and Mango Italian Ice Large (125 php)

The Sugar-Free Cherry and Mango Italian Ice combination had a nice tanginess from the cherry and a mild peachy flavor from the mango.  Yes, I find foreign mangoes to be a bit more peachy than our sweet local Mangoes.  Trying the Italian Ice made me realize that I prefer the Asian shaved ice counterparts. 
 

Orange Frozen Custard (125 php)

I had so much expectations... the color seemed enticing... But, when I tried my Orange Frozen Custard, I did not like it.  It was too sweet and somehow it felt too artificial.
 

Mint Oreo + Chocolate + Whole Cherries Blendini (130 php)

The only order that brought me happiness is my Mint Oreo + Chocolate + Whole Cherries Blendini.  The mint oreo and chocolate worked wonderfully.  And, the cherries made it even enjoyable. 

Custard Cookie Sandwich (89 php)

The Custard Cookie Sandwich is the cheapest item on the menu.  But, I can't help but compare it to the Dairy Queen's DQ Sandwich which is way cheaper at 39 php.  In terms of price, taste and texture, I prefer Dairy Queens.   Too bad they are not partnered with Oreo anymore though because I love Oreo.

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Too much expectations is what I got from Rita's.  Well, it's still worth a try.  At least, I have found my preference for their Blendini's.

Whenever the family would crave for affordable Asian comfort food in our neighbor Robinson's Place Mall, we all know that our destination would be Recipes.


Recipes now has 9 branches with this Greenhills 8 Missouri branch just newly opened.

What sets this Recipes branch apart from the rest, it that it has Specialties and Sweets.  Specialties and Sweets is their sister company that offers pastries.


The cakes are great desserts. 

Just looking at the chiller, you will surely find them enticing.

The cookies and cakes are also a good match to their teas and coffee. 



Food

Chicken

♥ General's Chicken (225 php)

For me the General's Chicken style is similar to the Korean Fried Chicken or Manang's Chicken.  What I like about this is that the thigh fillet are neatly cut into chunks so you don't need to grab them with your hands.  The sweet-spicy sauce is also not overwhelmingly strong so you can eat this along with other viands.  It also has eggplant slices that complement in terms of flavor and texture.


Vegetables

♥ Vegetable Kare Kare (175 php)

The Vegetable Kare Kare is my favorite.  I'm a huge fan of kare-kare and Recipes does it right.

♥ Gising Gising (190 php)

The Gising Gising is so good and crave-worthy!  Sometimes, I would dine at Recipes simply just for this.  The right amount of spiciness that goes well with the coconut milk, savory flavor from the pork meat and pleasurable crunchiness from the chopped baguio beans makes this Gising Gising dish so irresistibly good.

Seafood

Crispy Tilapia (225 php)

I'm very picky with the tilapia fish.  I can only count by hand the tilapia dishes I like.  And, this Crispy Tilapia is one of them.


Drinks

Fresh Fruit Juice: Ripe Mango (88 php)

Coffee

Cappuccino (100 php) with Complimentary Cran-Date Nut Squares (Christmas Promo)

 Specialties and Sweets

Calamansi Tart (140 php)

The Calamansi Tart is a really tangy.  Best to eat it with the sweet meringue top if you can't tolerate sourness. 

♥ Barako Brownie with Vanilla Sauce (160 php)

The Barako Brownie with Vanilla Sauce is to die for!  Perfect sweet meal-ender.  Bravo!!!

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Recipes and Specialties and Sweets is a great duo.  Now, you have a reason to drop by not just for the meals but for the sweet treats!

My parents loved telling us their dating tales.  One of their favorite steakhouses back then is Cowrie Grill.  So imagine how delighted my little sister and I when we saw it at Greenhills Promenade.

Cowrie Grill has a simplistic facade.

But, it has a glass that allows one to view what's its enchanting interiors.  It has a classy bar.

And, a wonderful dining area with well-cushioned lofts and chairs, crystal lighting and private booths.


Table is set up for a fancy fine dining experience.

Food

Soups and Salads
Who needs a serenade when you can have expert chefs doing their flambe by your tableside.

Watch how our lobster medallion is flambed...

Lobster Bisque (300 php)

before they were tossed in our soup bowls.

Lobster Bisque (300 php)

Although we found it a wee bit salty, we enjoyed this warm and soothing Lobster Bisque.

Next, is our Maitre D' Caesar Salad Prepared Tableside.



The chef was nice enough to explain each ingredient as he placed and mixed them into the big wooden salad bowl. 

Maitre D' Caesar Salad Prepared Tableside (300 php)

This is one glorious Maitre D' Caesar Salad.  It has generous servings of olive oil, greens, garlic bacon and cheese which I like.  Little sister is not as fond of caesar salad as I am so I'm glad she gladly left more for me.

Signature Dishes

Angus Beef Rib US English Cut 280 grams (1,500 php)

The Angus Beef Rib US English Cut 280 grams is served with baked potato, vegetables and sauces.  We really loved how tender this is.  My little sister is such a picky eater and she usually eats just a handful portion.  But, she loved this so much that she swept her plate clean.  I managed to finish this too though I can't deny how heavy it was on my tummy.  

As expected, you can request the doneness of your steak.

Cheese and Sweet Indulgence

Baked Alaska (420 php)

We both had high expectations for the gorgeous Baked Alaska.  


We also had this flambed by our tableside (haha I guess we find fire displays quite entertaining).

Baked Alaska (420 php)

The Baked Alaska (420 php) is strawberry and vanilla ice cream, sponge cake, browned meringue and flambe with brandy.  Although it appealed to our eyes, it failed to appeal to our taste buds.  The sponge cake was too rough and dry that it failed to harmonized with the strawberry and vanilla ice cream and soft meringue.

Drinks
There are also drink selections which you can enjoy with your meal.


Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
We definitely enjoyed our steak at Cowrie Grill.  Now, we understand why our parents love it so much.