Despite having an inflammation in his wrist, Master Dale was so hospitable in fetching us from Manila to Batangas (vice versa), providing us food and accommodation, guiding me on my first scuba diving exploration and treating us here.  Because he has a big heart, I am confident that I can trust him and his crew with my life under water.  If you need a dive instructor in Batangas (this is his number 09338594803.

About My First Scuba Diving Experience at Bus Stop Dive Resort

• Scuba Diving Experience: At first, I struggled with breathing in a relax way.  Then, I remembered how I breath in yoga just focusing on one inhale and exhale at a time.  The next thing I know, I felt so relaxed as I saw the beautiful sea creatures moving at the same rhythm as my breathe.  That helped me developed a secret to enjoy the irregularity of my breath whenever I do cardio - I imagine that moment under the sea.
• Scuba Diving Community: Where ever you come from, what your profession is, everyone treats each other with respect and camaraderie.  I met a group of young French students who are taking a break before continuing college and I also met fellow lawyers who enjoy free diving for the adrenaline rush.  Dive Instructors Master Dale and Estan are very friendly and inspiring.  

They adopt a pay as you order system where many would line up.  

There are only few dining tables inside so if you're not lucky then the cool outdoors is fine too.  I initially thought the food is self-service but the signage is just for the water.

Food

Combo Lomi (65 php)

Extreme Lomi (75 php)

The Extreme Lomi is similar to the Combo Lomi except that the kk chips is substituted with prawn crackers.  

You'll need an extra plate to eat your lomi since the toppings are overflowing.  I wonder if its because of my gratefulness for my master's generosity, the great company, my hunger or the true taste of the lomi but it felt really good that night.  I feel warmth in my heart and belly. 

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
I will definitely go back to Kina Imus Lomi House whenever I am in the area.  Next time, I'll skip the crackers and opt for the Sisig Lomi instead.

For years, I've been struggling to develop self-discipline and time management so I could prepare my own healthy meals for lunch.  Since I spend around 4 hours per day on travelling to work, I have found it convenient most of the time to have a lunch out instead.  With lots of good eats in Quezon City like Oh My Samgyup, it's not such a bad idea.



During my third time, I was in such a rush to go back to the office, I didn't notice that I dropped my wallet.  To my amazement, they even went to the extent of messaging me in Facebook before I could realise that I dropped it.  Because of their honestly and initiative, I added a star on service!



Food

Complimentary Ban Chan

Side Special

♥ Geran Mari (180 php)

♥ Kimbap (170 php)

Stew

♥ Galbitang (300 php)

♥ kimchi jjigae (300 php)

♥ Kimchi Bokkeumbap (200 php)

This is their best-seller!  Good to try but difficult to finish because of the strong aroma.  Being a minimalist, I still prefer the plain beef slices so I could devour more. 

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Oh My Samgyup offers awesome Korean food!  I hope it gains more popularity.  No bias here although I would also like to tell them wholeheartedly "Gamshamnida" for returning my wallet. =)

Food
To be honest, on most days, I'm on a happy-go-lucky jolly foodie mode.  But, my family would know that I have this zoned out moments.  On this dinner, I was pretty much in that mood especially since the service was terrible and the food way to long before they even served the food.  

Then, food began to be served and I had a sip of their nido soup and everything that follows.  

♥ Steamed Suahe

The shrimp was so sweet.  I could tell it was boiled alive.  








I don't know who ordered this but with guilt comes goodness right?

♥ Mango Sago

As long as Chinese Restaurants ends by serving chilled Mango Sago, you can almost be assured that it ends with a smile especially, when it's more bowls than persons per table.

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Asian Taste Seafood Restaurant offered superb Chinese food for an affordable price..  The only drawback is the slow service.  Being a newly opened restaurant, we have high hopes that they could still work on it.

During our visit on a weekend lunch time, it was packed with families, group of friends and couples. 



Food


Salad

Concha's Garden Salad (260 php)

When I think of Garden Cafe, I think of two things: veggies and coffee.  So I though of ordering their salad.  Here's the Concha's Garden Salad with overcooked hard-boiled egg, pungent onions, cucumber , tomatoes, lettuce and honey-mustard dressing.  Considering that this is in Tagaytay, I'd say there are better places to order a salad. 

Appetizer

♥ Tokwa at Baboy (230 php)

The Tokwa at Baboy was pretty good!  It had a lot of garlic which I appreciated.


Main Course

Grilled Tanigue (300 php)

For an ordinary Grilled Tanigue dish, I'd say that the price is too much.  But since I was hungry, I finished this in a jiffy.



Cold Drinks

♥ Lemon Cucumber (180 php)

 For drinks, I had the Lemon Cucumber.  I liked this among all our orders. =)


Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Not sure if it was just the Cliffhouse branch but for now Concha's Garden Cafe has failed to meet my least expectations so I probably wouldn't try it again.  Well, that is subject to change of course... like if Alden in person is there by the entrance. =D  But kidding aside, the food could still be improved.  The service isn't so good either.