One of the things I am thankful for in my life is having a sister. Here is a fun fact for you (I think I've mentioned this in an earlier post), we share the same birthday. We are not twins. . . we were born six years apart. I guess our Mom thought it was cool for us to have the same birthday, haha!
I don't know exactly when we got closer but I am sure glad we did! We love each other but if there's one thing she hates about me. . . it is the fact that I was the one who chose her name! She wished I did a better job in doing so, haha! (Sorry sis. . . at 6 years old, I had a limited choice and didn't know better! But kudos to our parents for the vote of confidence, haha. . . For the record, her name is not bad at all!)
One of the things I love doing with my younger sister is having spontaneous lunches (besides shopping, heehee)! And this is one of the things I truly miss doing since moving to LA last year. Now that I am home, you can say we are making up for it!
Here are two places which we have visited in the past weeks:
MEAT PLUS CAFE
I have been hearing about Meat Plus for the longest time from family and friends who frequent Subic. It is even hailed as a Subic landmark! Luckily, I don't have to go there as we have one right here in our city.
If it's your first time to try this place and you don't know what to order, I suggest you go for the BBQ Pork Ribs because it is consistently good.
I know. . . the presentation and plating can be better. A side of veggies would be nice right? This dish tastes better than it looks! The meat is so tender and moist and the BBQ sauce is sweet and tangy. . .like a mild American BBQ sauce.
My sister got a Cheeseburger. It was not bad but I will get my burger somewhere else.
And we tried their Steak too.
I should have ordered it medium-rare (this was well-done). The meat was a little bit chewy. The best thing about this plate. . . the mashed potatoes! Because it was made of real potatoes! I enjoyed it though it needs a little more salt. Well, less salt is actually good!
Someone was really happy with what is in her plate!
I think they used bowls and not scoops for the ice cream! Haha! For Php 160, I think it is reasonably-priced.
It is a good place to eat because there are more than enough choices in the menu. You can also buy your preferred meat cut from their ref and for a minimum fee (I think around Php 150-200), they can cook it for you.
It was just my first time to try this place but I'll be back to try the other items in their menu. =)
Branches:
1) 6 Sampson Road
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Zambales
2) G/F Northwalk III Building
Manuel A. Roxas Hwy,
Clark Freeport Zone
Angeles City
3) G/F Kingspire Business Centre
Km 71 Mc Arthur Hi-way
City of San Fernando, Pampanga
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Revisiting COOKBOOK KITCHEN
The first time I tried Cookbook Kitchen was in their original branch (a hole-in-the-wall type place which added to its charm) in Mandaluyong. I heard from the waiter though that this place is now closed. I remember the best (and most popular) dishes we tried were the Pork Steak with Honey Mustard Sauce and the Parmesan Crusted White Fish. For dessert, they are known for their Kittin's Scarlet Cake.
Today, I have a new favorite dish and it always, ALWAYS hits the spot for me!
Pasta Adobo!!!
If you like Adobo, you will love this! And don't get weirded out that you are eating it with pasta noodles, haha! It has fresh tomatoes, pork adobo flakes and garlic bits! Yummers!
Another family favorite is their Fish and Fries which comes with 2 dipping sauces: creamy pesto and spicy red wine (I think. . .sorry Mommy Brain moment).
We also tried their Coffee Musdslide (okay, I'll be honest, it's either Mudslide or Mudpie! See, it was so good that we forgot the name, haha!)
Reminiscent of Friday's version
This place is cozy, a good place to get some comfort food and offers good service from its staff. I am sure I am going back for some more of that Pasta Adobo and MORE from its menu!
Cookbook Kitchen
Greenfields Square
Km 76 McArthur Hi-way
Sindalan, City of San Fernando,
Pampanga
Cookbook Kitchen
Libis Eastwood Mall
E. Rodriguez Jr. Ave.,
Bagumbayan, Libis, QC
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