This Christmas season, Chef Laudico Guevarra's will be offering special Christmas dishes and also an in between meal time for the Weekday Maagang Salu-Salo and Weekend Maagang Salu-Salo (from 5 pm to 6:30 pm).  A portion of the proceeds will be for the benefit of Children's Joy Foundation, a center for disadvantaged children that Guevarra's has been supporting for four years.


The buffet starts at exactly 11 am.  As you can see people are anxious feast with its offerings . 


There are lots of waiting space at the garden.  And, they have sufficient parking space.
 
The house built in the 1920's exudes a classic heritage feel.   It is blended with contemporary influence with the autographed plates and paintings hanged on its walls.  It's multiple function rooms makes it perfect for occasions and events.  During my second visit, I heard that Goldilocks was having a Christmas Party.

Soup

Tinolang Manok

For soup, you have the option of having Tinolang Manok and Nilagang Baka.

Appetizer
The highlight of the appetizer is the Christmas Chicken Liver Parfait.

Salad
For Salad, there's Kamote Salad, Ensaladang Pinoy, Tomato Salsa, Pipino Salad and the seasonal Christmas Macaroni Salad.

I enjoyed the ♥ Squid Law which was a mix of grilled squid and liempo but it seems the Tokwa't Baboy is more popular.

Finger Foods
For Fingers Foods, there's an assortment of Pizza, Ubod Cones, Cheese Sticks, Crispy Crablets and Shrimp.

Main Dishes
There are over 10 dishes of Main Dishes to choose from.  The Fish Mayonesa is a special Christmas dish.


I suggest that you try the ♥ Seafood Ala Pobre.


I liked the ♥ Pork Dinuguan because it's meaty.

The ♥ Malolos Na Hipon is also highly recommended.  I've seen it refilled over and over.

Carving Station
The ♥ Roast Turkey with Cornmeal Stuffing is part of the Maagang Salu-Salo.  But, other meat options are more in demand like the ♥ Angus Beef...

 and the ♥ Bagnet.

If those meats are not enough, there is also the Angus Tapa, Liempo, ♥ Ribs and Chicken BBQ.  

Other Christmas Dishes

♥ Beef Morcon

Other Christmas dishes that can be available are Beef Morcon...

♥ Embutido Lasagna Roll

Embutido Lasagna Roll...

Christmas Paella

and Christmas Paella.

Dessert

Cassava Cake and Pudding

Leche Flan, ♥ Puto Bumbong and Carrot Cake

Choco Banana Cake and ♥ Christmas Suman Fruitcake

My companion loved the Christmas Suman Fruitcake.

Pichi-Pichi, Palitaw, Suman Balls, Red Velvet Cupcake, Vanilla Cupcake, Ube Cupcake and Assorted Fruits.

My Dessert Plate

My top picks are the ♥ Puto Bumbong, ♥ Maja Blanca and ♥ Buko Pandan.

Other Christmas Desserts

♥ Classic Christmas Pudding

In addition to the regular desserts, there's the Classic Christmas Pudding...

♥ Bibingka

and Bibingka.

Halo-Halo Station

Halo-Halo

You can also make your own Halo-Halo.

Soft-served Ice Cream

or have some Soft-served Ice Cream.

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
If you're looking for a hearty and affordable Filipino buffet with a cozy ambiance, Chef Laudico Guevarra's is a great choice.  It's a place where you can bring Balikbayans or blow out with your friends.  It is also great for occasions and events whether big or small.

One time I took my little sister for a tea date at Tamayaki in Addition Hills, we noticed that there was a Japanese restaurant in the second floor called 5th Taste Modern Japanese Cuisine.  

We didn't see the interiors in the second floor.  But, the menu on the front door at the entrance of Tamayaki gave us an idea that it was modern Japanese. 

Food

Starters

♥ Deconstructed Miso Soup (98 php)

When the Deconstructed Miso Soup was served, I had the impression that the plating was of European or French influence.  I was really impressed with the Deconstructed Miso Soup because it never imagined that a miso soup and meat floss would complement each other well.

Mussels Tempura (150 php)

I was expecting something interesting with the Mussels Tempura.  Unfortunately, it failed to impress me as the batter was too thick that eve the sauce or the mussel was able to entice my appetite.

Sushi

Smoked Mackarel Maki (150 php)

I ate a few pieces of the Smoked Mackarel Maki.  I was able to distinguish the spicy tinge in each piece but I had a hard time trying to taste the smoked mackarel.

Sandwiches

The Fifth Taste Cheesesteak (200 php)

The The Fifth Taste Cheesesteak deliciously cheesy.  I liked that it had mozzerella aside from the cheese sauce.  Unlike the other cheese steaks with hard and crunchy buns, this one is pillow soft that my fingers sinks in as I held it.


Omurice Curry

Crispy Chicken Curry (220 php)

I like the idea that they separately served the Crispy Chicken and the Curry Rice to assure the crispiness.  The Curry Rice is similar to the Fuwatoro Tenshin-Han of Osaka Ohsho where high quality Japanese rice is wrapped in fluffy egg omelet and gooey cheese except tthat it comes with curry sauce.  For the price, I find the quality remarkable.  But, the crispy chicken could lose a bit batter coating so we it could bring out more of the chicken meat.


Pizza

♥ Kani Salad Pizza (225 php)

My favorite dish for the night is the Kani Salad Pizza.  If had an extremely thin and crispy crust with heavy gooey cheese, kani, cucumber, carrots and Japanese Mayo. I comes with nori flakes and chili powder.  I can't figure out how they managed to make the crust so thin and crispy without any sogginess or oiliness from the cheese.

Main Course

♥ Jalapeno Cream Cheese Onion Tonkatsu (325 php)

I'd give the Jalapeno Cream Cheese Onion Tonkatsu A+ for effort with the presentation.  I also consider this dish as the tastiest among all our orders.  It had a Jalapeno cream cheese sauce with caramelize onions inside the tonkatsu.  It is served with Japanese coleslaw and Tonkatsu sauce.  I prefer this without the Tonkatsu sauce because I found it contrasting the spicy Jalapeno Cream cheese.
 
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
5th Taste Modern Japanese Cuisine is surprisingly cheap for its concept.  I find their pricing budget-friendly especially the pizza.  For that reason, it would be a great hang out with some company if in the area.  It offers great privacy and it has a parking area too.  But, it's not something I'd seek out and travel for. 

It was a random Saturday when I invited little sister for a late lunch at the new Cafe Sanso. 

We were hoping to check out Museo Sanso right next to it.  Unfortunately, it was closed for renovation. 

It has a beautiful al fresco area.  My lil sis and I can't help but imagine how romantic and magical this set up can be at night.



Walking in, we first noticed the counter with a chiller.

Deli
They have a selection of meat cuts and cheeses available for sale.

We easily found ourselves eased in as we found our choice of seating.

We love the artistic play of colors and the minimalist and clean vibe that exudes coziness.

You can check the art of famous artist Sanso and other artists while waiting for your orders. 

Food

Complimentary Bread

Quick to be served on our table is the warm Complimentary Bread.  This warm good enough to keep us company while waiting for the rest of the orders.  It took some time for the rest of the dishes to be served and they were served one at a time.   But, we didn't mind given the ambiance and it was expected since they are still on their soft opening.

Sopa

Sopa de Ajo (140 php)

I' so glad they have my favorite Spanish soup.  The Sopa de Ajo is creamier than others I've tried but still as rich in garlic taste.  We may be biased for loving it.  But, we really do love it!

Ensalada

Jamon Serrano, Melon and Mango Salad (295 php)

The Jamon Serrano, Melon and Mango Salad was so beautiful we couldn't help but be giddy happy as it was served.  All the toppings are so perfect together.  However, we felt that the citrus herbed vinaigrette is too much so it was overpowering the taste of the ingredients.

Sandwiches

Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Tortilla (290 php)

Just by looking at the melted manchego cheese of the Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Tortilla, we were already drooling.  The cheese with the cajun style chicken bits and balsamic marinated vegetables.is just so wholesome.  The candied walnut salad completes it nutritionally too.


Postre

Leche Frita (240 php)

It was our first time to try the classic Spanish dessert Leche Frita.

Leche Frita (240 php)

The Leche Frita was a breaded dessert with a firm, sweet and smooth milk pudding inside.  If you're into deep-fried desserts, this is for you.

Signature Beverages

Mint Citrusade (140 php) and Agua Fresca (130 php)

The Mint Citrusade is too sweet for us.  We highly recommend the Agua Fresca.  It's so refreshing and cleansing. 

Tip:  They have a soft opening 15%  promo just check their facebook fan page.

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Although newly opened, Cafe Sanso has already flocks of customers seeking its quality drinks and food. And, I can understand why.  It serves quality dishes with top-notch ingredients.  The staff is very friendly so you feel so welcomed.  Our experience was superb!  I'd definitely drop by again if in the area.  I hope their coffee is available by then as lil sis was quite disappointed when we found out that they don't have it yet.