Adto na 'ta

Lechon or roasted pig is a symbol of abundance so it is always served during special occasions in the Philippines: weddings, christening, anniversaries, graduations; name it.  In Manila, there is only one place people go when a special event is upcoming and they need lechon.  They go to La Loma in Quezon City .  I swear, this place is like "lechon factory."  You will see lechon lined up in many different lechon makers, all awaiting buyers.  Some have been pre-ordered and just waiting to be picked up.    There is lechon for events ranging from 20 to 160 people, of course, the smaller the size of the lechon, the cheaper it is.   But who cares about the price when you will be enjoying every mouthful of it.  The most delicious part of the lechon for most people is the cracking and crispy skin and of course, the tender and juicy flesh.  Some lechon don't need 'sarsa' or sauce, while in others, the sauce or the sarsa enhances the ta...

If you are a frequent Commonwealth Avenue commuter or passer-by, you surely have seen this elegantly decorated structure with a big and bold THE BUFFET name on it.  The facade may look imposing  however, the ambience and the interior are very welcoming.  And that, is just the initial feeling you'd experience.  Here's what I noticed and what I like about dining in THE BUFFET. 1.  The warm service of the staff.   The servers are just too happy to serve their guests, it;s as though it's a mortal sin to keep the diners waiting.  Their presence around you is like having your own footman by your side. 2.  You can take your sweet time eating until you max out the allowable period to stay for lunch or dinner without feeling guilty that you are depriving someone in the waiting area a chance to enjoy a great meal.  I've noticed in some buffets especially those inside malls, that there is a long queue in the waiting area, while inside, diners a...