The Thirsty Blogger

Kapeng Barako Coffee Shop in Batangas City

Fitz — Sat, 12 May 2012 11:36:36 +0000

During my last Visita Iglesia in Batangas, I came upon this simple but cozy coffee shop just across the Immaculada Concepcion Minor Basilica in Batangas City. This coffee shop is called, Kapeng Barako Coffee Shop. It was a really hot day and this place called upon me as I went out the church. I was [...]

The Aristocrat Restaurant: Iced Tea, Chicken Barbecue and More

Fitz — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:35:17 +0000

One common question that friends ask me, because they know about this blog, is where the best iced tea in the city is. My honest answer is that I don’t know which one is the best, but I do know what my favorites are – and one of them is the iced tea at The [...]

Empanada MAS: Premium Coffee and More

Fitz — Fri, 04 May 2012 07:19:18 +0000

I’m a metro south citizen, and I consider Muntinlupa, Paranaque and Las Pinas – my backyard. And with two branches in my area, Empanada MAS is a familiar face already. In fact, they’re one of my go-to places whenever I need a quick bite. The branch that I frequent often is the one inside Makati [...]

Mr. Tea Rock Salt & Cheese Milk Tea

Fitz — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:01:18 +0000

Have you visited Soderno @ Molito already? If not, then I hope you find time soon because it’s really a good place to hangout during weekends, specially if you’re on a food trip with friends in Metro South. Last time I wrote about the thirsty finds at Soderno, I failed to include a milk tea [...]

RC Cola

Fitz — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:15:12 +0000

It’s been a really hectic couple of weeks but I’m glad that I finally have time to blog again here. Let’s start things off by sharing with you something about RC Cola. RC Cola stands for Royal Crown Cola and it is a soft drink that started way, way back in 1905. It was originally [...]

Visita Iglesia Churches in Batangas

Fitz — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 05:29:13 +0000

It’s a family tradition to go on Visita Iglesia during Holy Week and for this year, we plan to drive out and visit these Batangas churches. Last year, we simply did Metro Manila Churches for Visita Iglesia that’s why we decided to go out of town; and likewise make it a family bonding road trip. [...]

Bo’s Coffee: Biscotti Amaretto and More

Fitz — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 03:38:41 +0000

Last weekend, Bo’s Coffee has officially opened their newest store located at the heart of the flourishing Nuvali community in Solenad 2, Laguna. I was fortunate enough to be invited during the branch’s blessing and got to taste their latest offering, the Biscotti Amaretto summer beverage and the Fillet O’ Dory Cream Sandwich. I seldom [...]

Secret Drink Menu of Jamba Juice Philippines

Fitz — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 01:38:22 +0000

Last weekend, the flagship store of Jamba Juice in the Philippines opened in Alabang Town Center. I was fortunate to have been invited to attend their ribbon-cutting and definitely had a grand time getting to know the world-renowned Jamba Juice brand. Jamba Juice prides itself from having all-natural, tasty drinks that promote a healthy and [...]

Shakey’s Pizza Castellana

Fitz — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 23:11:14 +0000

Visit Shakey’s Pizza today, March 15, and you’ll see a new offering on their menu – the Pizza Castellana. Early this week, I was invited along with other bloggers for a preview this new pizza and I’m really glad that I went because this one’s really good. Honestly, I’m not a fan of Pepperoni pizzas [...]

John and Yoko: Choco Godzilla and More

Fitz — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:27:15 +0000

A week before I tried Gong Cha at the new wing of Alabang Town Center, I was there eating at John and Yoko. The restaurant which first made an appearance at Greenbelt 5, is now in metro south. Together with other invited bloggers, I was able to dine and experience John and Yoko’s “greatest hits” [...]