I miss New York. Aside from the vibrancy of the people, Central Park and awesome museums, what I…read moreparticularly miss about New York is the food. I've had some of my best meals in some of the most unassuming places such as in small cafes, food trucks and New York delicatessens. I still remember the most incredible sandwich I have ever tasted - soft bread, fresh lettuce and meat slices 2-inches thick. I miss New York. And I miss their sandwiches. Unfortunately, the closest thing that I have ever tried to a yummy New York sandwich are those available at Sandwich Guy. While not as excellent, they're good enough. What I like about this place is that they offer some of fresh ingredients especially with their tomatoes, onions and lettuce. While I'd like to have more pieces of meat in my sandwich, the freshness that they deliver every time is good enough. They also have some incredible staff members at this particular branch, always willing to help with any requests. Parking is limited so I usually have mine to go.

It was already 10PM when we went here and the servers were still lively and accommodating. They…read morereally add to brightening up the place. Since I visited on a weekday night and it was already late, I had to take home my food. Despite it, the servings I got were still huge. The meal I got was a best value for money. Yes, it's pricier than fast food, but really that loads of cheese and big sandwich is truly worth my money. I ordered Drippin' Roast beef cheese since it was their best seller. Although it's far from the Philadelphia's cheese steak or White House's sandwich in Georgia, I really appreciate the sandwich. The beef was sweet and flavorful which was compatible with the cheese. They added mushrooms which made it tastier. You must try this with their seasoned fries which comes with two dips (WOW!) and their house blended iced tea. I SUPER LOVE their seasoned fries with dips. I'll definitely come back for more. We'll also blog about this soon, because it's really reasonable.

On the upper side of Lilac Street (near General Ordoñez), there is a relatively new commercial…read morebuilding that houses 4 dining places, and we tried one of them: Leon's Bistro. They have a wide variety of dishes to choose from, and we chose the following: aglio olio with anchovies & sundried tomatoes, bacon-wrapped beef tenderloin medallion with mashed potato, and cheeseburger sliders. We first tried the burger sliders, which are basically 3 small burgers with a side of very delicious fries! The burger patties were juicy and paired with soft, chewy bread. Next, the tenderloin medallion was nestled on yummy mashed potatoes, surrounded with delectable gravy, and topped with blanched asparagus. Such a beautiful and scrumptious ensemble! ^^ Finally, it breaks my tummy and wallet to say this, but the pasta was a disappointment as it was too salty and oily! :( It was the first time for my boyfriend to give up eating his share simply because he didn't like the taste. At P160, the angel hair pasta's serving size was quite small. Actually, we believe that we ordered the wrong items as the other guests' orders had heftier servings at (relatively) cheaper prices. I have my eyes on the surf and turf with mashed potato, while Leo plans to have the baby back ribs next. We will still give this place a try as the majority of our orders (including their house blend iced tea) tasted really good, panira lang talaga yung pasta, and the price-serving ratio can still be improved. :)

TINIPID ang Subway sandwhiches sa branch na to. Sobrang Tamly ng pagkain sa branch na to. Masigla…read morepa tingnan yung sa hotdog sandwhich ng 7/11 haha Lol

super super slow workers, took 20 minutes just for 3 customers (3 sandwiches!!) you expect them to…read morework fast because it's fast food and located in an airport, but you could not be any wrong

This guy right here is always my first stop on my way to the gym. He offers more than just healthy…read moresandwiches but pastas and salads as well. They are placed in plastic canisters which make them very handy in case you want to enjoy your meals on-the-go. He makes sure that each sandwich is packed with fresh and healthy ingredients to sustain me during an intense workout. My favorite of the bunch is Crabsticks and Mangoes or previously known as their California Maki Sandwich. Strips of crab meat, lettuce and ripe mangoes are generously distributed between two slices of wheat bread. A sheet of nori is even thrown into the mix in order to attain a Japanese vibe that I think this sandwich is going for. Their Rosemary Chicken is also worth a try. Whether it's for a pre or post workout, carb or protein loading, The Sandwich Guy is definitely my guy.

I remember buying from this place all the time back in the good old days when I used to work in…read moreEastwood. The first thing that you will notice about TSG is that it's extremely affordable, and that's an attractive quality of any establishment to any newcomer to the working life. Amazingly enough, the sandwiches aren't too shabby either! I expected a bland, measly serving just because the price tag seemed too good to be true but I was pleasantly surprised to find that the serving was actually decently-sized and it tasted pretty good too. My favorites here are the ham, bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich as well as the English egg sandwich. Friendly tip: just add P20 for a cup of frothy premium iced tea! Diba? San ka pa?

Earle's Delicatessen is the best "middle ground" I have ever seen in a local restaurant. It serves…read moresome of the best-tasting processed meats that is equal to its more expensive contemporaries, at a price range that will put most supermarket choices to shame. While it is technically a restaurant, Earle's has been built more like a neighborhood deli, where you pop in, buy your meats, and go on your way. This branch in Wynsum is very much like that. As a restaurant, this branch in Ortigas could do better. It's rather small, a bit cluttered, and the token outdoor seating is uncomfortable. However, as a deli, it will ALWAYS win.

Looking for a new sandwich place? Well, I finally got to try Mr. Graham's Sandwiches! It's located…read morenear the F7 building and right beside Mrs. Graham's Macaron Cafe. I intially came here for two things: a) the Cebuano and b) the Apple Pie Soda! So, I was able to try the big 3: The Cebuano, Four Cheese, Bacon Please., and Sloppy G. Let's start with the Four Cheese, Bacon Please! It's a Frico Grilled Cheese Sandwich filled with mozzarella, cream cheese and cheddar. Also, there is a thick layer of beer-onion-bacon jam (so good!). It comes with tomato soup and a big serving of chips (potato, camote + taro chips) plus their aioli sauce. Addictive! The Sloppy G is their version of the sloppy joe. Th filling is ground beef, minced mushrooms and cheddar cheese smothered in creamy, thick gravy. It comes with the chips and coleslaw (Ask for the spicy coleslaw!). Now, it's time for Mr. Graham's Cebuano! It is his take on the classic Pan Cubano. His version has lechon drizzled with it's own drippings, ham, cheddar cheese, pickled green and yellow mangoes, with some crispy lechon skin. I recommend that you ask them to have it pressed. Super DELICIOUS! Oh, yes, it also comes with the chips! Finally, we have to talk about Mr. Graham's Apple Pie Soda (only Php90). ERMAHGERD!!! This is a definite MUST. TRY. OR DIE! It tastes as good as it sounds: Apple Pie! LEGIT! I cannot tell you how good this is. You just have to get your butt over to Mr. Graham's Sandwich Shop. Like, right now. If not, I'll drink all the soda available that day!

Sandwiches are not really taken seriously in the Philippines. Aside from ubiquitous choices like…read moreburgers and hotdogs (which aren't really sandwiches, but I digress), in general sandwiches are relegated to mere convenience food, usually composed of white bread or pandesal filled with deli meat and mayonnaise. Freedom from white bread and mayonnaise blandness and the constraints of white plastic wrappers and tunafish used to be the sole refuge of coffee shops and a few erstwhile sandwich chains. However, even here, monotony sets in, as despite increases in quality, the fillings are old familiars--grilled cheese, BLT, grilled chicken. Little thought, it seems, has been given to creating new flavors. Mr. Graham's Sandwich Shop takes a step towards that direction. I prefer businesses that do a few things really well, so Mr. Graham's is right in my wheelhouse. Mr. Graham's only offers 6 sandwiches, a few sides, most of the usual sodas, a lot of craft beer, and one really awesome drink. All of the sandwiches are twists on familiar flavors. The flagship, the Cebuano, is a version of a classic pressed Cuban sandwich that replaces the traditional grilled pork with Cebu Lechon. The 4 Cheese, Bacon Please, adds caramelized onion and bacon to a grilled cheese sandwich. The Submariner is a sub filled with a fried fish fillet. The sloppy G replaces tomato sauce with gravy in a sloppy joe, and the Club adds guacamole and honey bread to the regular club. The new sandwich,as yet unnamed and not yet on the menu, is made with a salmon fillet, dill sauce, cream cheese, and alfalfa. This all being said, the best fillings would not make a good sandwich without being surrounded by good bread. Mr. Graham's delivers, placing most of their sandwiches on a crusty ciabatta bread, which is thankfully not cloyingly sweet as most FIlipino bread is. Some sweetness is conceded though on the part of the Club Sandwich's loaf bread. I'm not a fan of that, but I can see how people might like it. The sheer size of the sandwich makes it worth it. I'd place the Cebuano on top of the pile, as the saltiness and savoriness of the Cebu Lechon goes well with melted cheese and a garlic dressing. The sandwich is also pressed, adding a wonderful crunch. I'd prefer the dressing to be less sweet, but overall the Cebuano is just right. A close second for me is the 4 Cheese, Bacon Please. I love caramelized onions, melted cheese, and bacon, so it's a no brainer for me to like it. Dip it in the tomato soup for the perfect snack for a rainy day. I'm a big fan of the new salmon sandwich as well. The fish is still firm but juicy, and the dill sauce enhances its meatiness and creaminess. Alfalfa sprouts give a needed freshness. A visit to Mr. Graham's is not complete without a bottle of APPLE PIE SODA. While it sounds like an exaggeration, it really does taste like apple pie in carbonated form. The apple and cinnamon shine through, but those are within the realms of most imaginations. What makes it special is the distinct buttery taste of pie crust. I don't know how Mr. Graham does it (I asked), but that flavor sets the Apple Pie Soda apart. If liquid dessert isn't your thing, Mr. Graham's also has a broad selection of craft beers to choose from. On the way home, be sure to pick up some Garapal hot sauce as well--chilihead approved. All in all, Mr. Graham's only needs to offer 6 sandwiches, some craft beers, and apple pie soda. The execution of each of these offerings is top notch, which is appropriate for a top-notch sandwich shop. Make sure to pay Mr. Graham a visit the next time you need a sandwich fix.

Subway for lunch? YASSSS PLEASE!…read more Growing up, I never liked sandwiches and... veggies. My parents, especially my mom had a hard time feeding me greens. When I reached college, I became obese. I still did not eat veggies and healthy stuff until my friend introduced me subway. The first time I tried subway was during my 3rd year in college. That was when there was a buy one take one promo. We shared the promo and I just ordered something and did not even want my sandwich to have anything except the bread and the chicken. (The server looked at me like a weird person) One day, I craved for subway but this time, I asked the server to put a few lettuce and that's the time I started eating veggies. One by one. I also started eating healthy, exercising and guess what! I lost 40 lbs in total. I'm maintaining my diet until now and I know this is weird but I started eating veggies because of subway. My favorite is their chicken teriyaki with lots of lettuce, tomatoes, a few japaleno, onion, and cucumber. The best part is their honey mustard dressing. Preparing sandwiches is easy as ABC. I love that I can grab them and have it for to go always. I just hope that they open more branches especially in the south.

I'd tried various restaurants in Marikina and most have been very good. Thought I'd check out more…read moreby looking on Yelp, then decided to try Mama Chit's. I'm visiting my family for a month and trying a different restaurant or two every day.. I got the double cheeseburger. It was quite big, though taste was nothing to write home about. Compared to hamburger places back home in the US it's cheap, but for the Marikina area a bit high priced for what you get. The waiter was friendly which was a plus, and the decor though odd, was interesting. I was curious because of other reviews but unfortunately not really impressed.

Whenever we pass this road, we always see a throng of bikers chattering and munching at the al…read morefresco area. This was enough for me to get curious and give it a try. The vintage pop look and vibe of the restaurant (or rather, diner) is accentuated by pop art paintings of Marilyn Monroe, old tin cans, memorabilia, photographs from the 50s to the 80s, vintage soda bottles, and even old posters of cough medicine only our parents would be familiar with. Thoroughly excited, I ordered a cheeseburger while my friend ordered their pepper steak sandwich. I was impressed by the selection of imported sodas they had, ranging from Dr. Pepper to cherry and vanilla Coke. While my friend decided to get a can of Dr. Pepper, I decided to turn it up a notch and got a cherry float. Our meal cost us less than PhP 200 each, and by the satisfaction we got, I'd definitely say Mama Chit's is a must-visit and must-try for all foodies and vintage art lovers.