Tous Les Jours is known to add a little bit of Asian twist to your ordinary French pastries. It is…read moreyour typical bakery--It doesn't serve heavy meals, unlike popular French patisseries out there, but it does serve quality bread, cake, and drinks (non-alcoholic, duh). Tous Les Jours is definitely one of my favorite bakeries. Not only is it cheap, but it also provides good-tasting products that you won't find anywhere else in the market. I am totally in love with their Macarons. You can buy a piece for only 28 pesos. It has a crunchy exterior, but the filling is light, soft, and chewy. They have five different flavors, which are chocolate, vanilla, mango, strawberry, and even green tea (I have yet to taste a green-tea flavored macaron). They also sell my favorite soda, which is Lotte Chilsung Cider. It is a carbonated lemon-lime soft drink that tastes just like Sprite, but so much better. I can't explain its taste; you just have to try it for yourself. Whenever I need to buy cakes for a special occasion, this is also one of my go-to places. You should definitely check this out!

I am biased to cheesecakes and sponge cakes when it comes to cake talk. Tous Les Jours definitely…read morehit my sweet spot when it comes to fluffy and airy sponge cakes. I don't really eat the frosting whenever I eat cakes but with this one, I just can't help but dip my fingers over and over again because their frosting isn't really your typical frosting. It's like eating a whipped cream with zesty fruity powder drizzled on top. What I just dislike somehow in their cakes is that it's sometimes taste like it was stored for too long. I'm not sure if it's because of the air in their sponge cakes but somehow, it doesn't feel too old whenever I try their cheesecakes or mousse. What's funny is that I thought that it was a French patisserie from France but I later found out that it was originally from Korea. I'm such a bimbo when it comes to facts sometimes.

It's a bit odd, but I only ever go to Tous Les Jours when I'm in a hurry and therefore only grab…read moresomething to eat to-go. Aside from their selection of bread, cookies and light cakes, I like their cookies and macarons the most. I usually grab one or two pieces of their macarons when I'm in a hurry because it's easiest to eat and packs flavor in such a small thing. I'm not sure if it's the Korean or Asian twist, but their macarons are a bit more chewy and a bit thicker (or fatter) compared to the other ones I've tried around Manila. Though I don't think that's a bad thing. I actually like it. I also like that their macarons are vibrantly colored and I can really taste the flavors. Aside from the usual chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla, they have green tea and mango-flavored macarons at less than PhP30. They also have premium flavors like cherry, blueberry, maple, and even grape that are just about 30% more expensive, but still relatively cheap given the taste and fine flavors. My favorite flavors though would be the basic strawberry or chocolate. My Dad on the other hand likes the soboro the most. The soboro is bread with a crunchy coating that tastes lightly of peanut butter. Being the peanut butter lover, my Dad would have two of it as snack or even have it as dessert before he has his cup of coffee.

I wasn't able to dine in their very quaint and ultimately cute bake shop, but let me share you my…read moreexperience in eating one of their cakes in one sitting. At first, I did not want to even touch the cartoonized dog cake we bought, I only wished to stare at it forever. However, my fork betrayed me and I landed my first slice, followed by another...and another...until I shared it with no one else. Hah! For me, it's best to be eaten cold, as the icing may melt. Their icing tastes like heaven, like literally tastes like clouds. It mixes well with their chiffon cake, and the inner filling through the layers. They also come with adorable accessories such as ribbons on top and also two lang candles to use or to keep. Tip: you can hold the cakes using one hand, so now you know...you have the ability not to let others have YOUR cake.

Why MUST you try Mr. Park's? Cream Puffs for Php10 (0.22USD) each - Comes in Chocolate, Strawberry,…read more& Green Tea flavors. I love the light and not too sweet fillings. Try the Nunetine & Sweet Potato bread!

3.5 stars Good…read moreservice. Yummy sans rival cake. Hot chocolate was thick, rich and super chocolatey. Loved the location. Spacious. Great place to chill and rest the feet after a day of shopping for pasalubong. Boho atmosphere with cottage core decor. Kinetic sculptures of birds mounted from the ceiling was whimsical fun. Casual cafe with savory and sweet offerings.

This is a great place to eat, to come in and relax while you enjoy the food they serve. And there…read moreis quite a lot to choose from this place. I came here one time when I was vacationing in Manila. My family went to visit relatives and I was left alone to my devices...so I decided to walk around the Town Center. And along the way, I found this little spot with a name that reminded me of someone I'd rather forget! Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha! In spite of that, I decided to go in and try the place. And I was not disappointed! The service is great and fast. And the staff are quite well versed with the menu. I was still a little full from breakfast at home, so I decided to have something light...grilled cheese rolls and a hot chocolate. And they were superb! And priced within anyone's reach! With the pandemic, I do not know how the place is faring. But I hope they make it through these times, so that the next time I come home, I'll have a place where I can satisfy my pastry cravings! Try them!

I've been hearing about Conti's a long time and I've already seen many a friend, workmate, and…read moreorgmate carrying a box of Conti's goodies, but it took me some time to really try it. Maybe because I had regular places for desserts or a quick pastry in ATC. And the Conti's branch here was nice, though not as cozy and inviting for me as Cafe Mary Grace, for example. But one time, I wanted to try something new and I found myself in Conti's with a friend. We just had dinner and I was craving for cake. The waitress at Conti's immediately recommended Mango Bravo, which was apparently their bestseller. It's this white tower topped with mango and with chocolate sauce running down the sides. The cake is light and sweet. Another time a friend bought me chocolate mousse, and it was nice and sweet, but I found the taste too rich (a bit nakaka-umay) after a few bites. The Mango Bravo was more addicting. But Conti's is not just known for sweets but also full meals, and many I know swear by their lengua. I'm happy right now with just the sweets, though.

Ensaymada is one of those near universal treats that Filipinos love. Weddings, birthdays, and even…read morefunerals. If there's a big gathering, there's a very strong chance that people will have ensaymada on their plate. Given the humongous number of bakeries out there that make this stuff it's kinda hard to find someone with an ensaymada that stands out from the crowd. There's this one particular ensaymada though that does and deserves special mention. It's really good so it Must be Mom's. I stumbled upon this place when I was near broke and found myself only capable of buying a piece of ensaymada from their stall. I did not regret that purchase. Their ensaymada is so soft that if my teeth were conscious they would've fallen asleep from the softness. It's just a normal ensaymada done really well. It's soft and has a tremendous amount of flavor. Try it for yourself so you get what I mean.

Cara Mia and Amici were built by the same people, and this Cara Mia branch is right beside (or no,…read moreactually they're in the same space!) Amici, which is very convenient. You can get your cakes or gelato right after your tasty pasta treat! Talk about heaven. I was on a very special date when I went here the first time. My boyfriend introduced me to his family. Okay, enough about me. TMI. Now, if you haven't been here (and if there's a branch near you) I suggest you go ahead and try their gelato and cakes. Of course there are a lot of bakeries selling awesome cakes, but Cara Mia's is something else. I suggest you try their Sea Salted Caramel Crunch, it's made of light chiffon, mocha and some caramel crunch on top. It only costs Php 95 for a slice, and a whole cake costs Php 695. Not bad eh?

Lot's of Ice cream to be choose yum yum :)read more

Bread happens to be one of Filipinos favorite snacks, meals or side-dishes to eat so it was not a…read moresurprise on how popular Break Talk became since it launched. What I love about Bread Talk aside from the delicious array of bread and pastries, is how the customers order. I have always been curious on movies about American cafeteria's and so I have been wanting to know how it felt like to walk down a line to get and pick your food. This boutique bakery doesn't have the exact process as no one places your choices on your tray but you do it yourself. I sometimes find it funny when it's crowded and some people "fight" over the last pizza bread or cream cheese tart. It's also fun to see how the bakers make the bread as the wall is glass and you can look into the baking area. If you haven't tried their bread and you happen to pass by, try the pizza baguette, cures of golden flower and a personal favorite of my family, the floss. I'm drooling just thinking about it, haha.

Sweet Bella, as you could probably guess from the name, is known for its sweets and desserts. Their…read morespecialties are macarons and cakes of different flavors. They don't want to be pigeonholed as just a dessert place however, so they recently had a marketing thrust focusing on their more savory concoctions. Their beef salpicao covered in garlic is really good. The beef is nicely cooked and the oil is just right. They are proud of their truffle pasta, whose aroma alone is enough to make you turn your head and take notice. What I don't like about Sweet Bella is that their furniture is kind of dated. I know that furniture is expensive and you can't replace it on a whim, but all it takes is one quick look to see that the chairs and tables are old, with some even peeling. A little diligence regarding this would be better in my book.

FOOD 3.5 EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA (285+ PHP) a vegetarian…read morefriendly dish that's light and healthy. Its tomato sauce was strong yet refined. The eggplant is sliced into 1/8 inch thick chips and layered in between the pasta that form a tower. It may look minuscule, but it was tasty enough to satisfy my hunger. SERVICE 4.5 The lovely waitress kept me updated on the the waiting time of my pasta and even asked after my first few bites if the dish was up to my standards. Ala carte here isn't a second class citizen to the buffet they offer. AMBIANCE 4.5 What can I say other than it's in a 5 star hotel. It's not exactly super luxurious, but certainly enjoyable thanks to their 50 mbps internet.

If you have already read my other reviews, you would already know that I'm a woman with a crazy big…read moreappetite. Breakfast is the one thing that I look forward to whenever we check in on any hotel. To date, the best breakfast buffet that I have eaten in is at the Cafe Eight! I'm glad that we have been given the best place where we can conveniently have breakfast with our toddler and have our bulky stroller by our side without making it hard for others to pass by. The waiters were already on their toes as there were a lot of us who planned to have an early breakfast. Our coffee was served promptly as we were busy hoisting our son's booster seat on the dining chair. As my husband and I took turns in getting food for ourselves and for our little one, we cannot keep smiling as we hop from one buffet table to the next seeing our favorites and discovering new dishes. The omelette station was a hit and plenty of people were lining up for it but the staff assigned to that station were able to manage us well. I like it that the waiters were prompt to refill the empty trays with warm food that we didn't have to wait for our plates to be filled. Also, they were prompt to clear our table of empty plates just so we could conveniently place our newly filled ones. Oh how I'd love to have another breakfast buffet at Cafe Eight soon!