Holy Cow - Robinson's Galleria

Two weeks ago we were in Ortigas vicinity for some appointment. So like the other weeks we were looking for a place to consume our "Weekend Treats".

We thought of TGI Friday's, Burgoo, Mexicali or something new. After 2 hrs of deciding we ended up trying this place with the "Steak house" concept expecting that we'll be satisfied with the menu and quality of food ( what a nice option for lunch right?)

So its called Holy Cow.. what can I say about it?

It was hard to find. We went through the whole West Wing of Robinson's Galleria since that's what their posters are saying and when we're about to give up with annoyance (like our instincts telling us not to look for it anymore) , it was right in the West Lane.

Good point- The service crew were friendly and accommodating. That's the only good thing I can remember.

Bad point- Most dishes that you would've imagined ordering were not available. No Burgers, No pasta (as in all pasta), Stingy servings that are not reasonable for the price.

Given that probably they weren't expecting the volume of people since they just opened, come on!! It was only like 2 hours ago when the mall opened! How can a resto be out of stock of every basic thing that most likely people will order? shouldn't they prepare enough? Its not like the place was people-flooded when we arrived...

The first time, waitress returned to me to say that the pasta I ordered is not available, she gave me some options but came back for the second time saying there's no more pasta at all.

Again, I changed my order with some steak and rice order - for the third time again I get an "F" for failure. Then I settled for some lunch-combo food that they have because I was already starving. We also ordered some shrimp appetizer and a supposedly decent-sized steak for Aaron.

Not for being stingy but I'm really practical when it comes to buying food. My rules are simple - If the food was really good or decent for the price then I won't care paying for it . If it sucks and

i feel like its not worth - I won't stop complaining about it ( just to my husband though :) I'm not rude like to other people in public places.

Aaron who doesn't complain about resto had something to say too. The food wasn't good,that food court barbecues are even better; that the servings were too stingy and so on... Too bad our phones were both dead to take pictures!

There was even a lone foreign guy (probably thinking just like us that steak house is a good option for lunch) who made a scene because everything he ordered from the menu were not available except for the soup. So he was pissed that when the waitress came to offer him some substitute food from menu for the the third time, he just said

" No Thanks! I'll just finish my soup and go somewhere else!"

And my bet that he'll fully go to Old Spaghetti House was confirmed when we walked out and saw him sitting there- eating happily.

By experience of loving restaurants, me and my husband were not impressed at all and swore that we're never eating there again EVER!!!


Trick.

Curious Cat in the Staircase -Day1

Its day one of my taking the stairs every morning routine or better to say its a trial period. I'd been thinking taking the stairs will tire me like I'm actually exercising or if will atleast make a difference.

I think I'd been slouching for so long that I can feel my body deteriorating due to lack or challenging physical activities therefore I will try this as a first step then the decision will come if I should go for the badminton try-out.

I started from the 2nd floor and even if I'd been living here for 2 years now, I seriously don't know where the door to the staircase in the ground floor is. I didn't want to make strange noises at 4 in the morning so I decided to walk instead of running.

Like how expected gauging from my own performance from what I remember last. It didn't make my legs hurt, strained or tired. I just felt a little dizzy upon reaching the 10th floor and I had to watch my step because the steps are colored grey and it seemed easier to miss 1.

The weird thing is that I have to stop and keep looking behind me because it sounded like I'm being followed like somebody got curious of what I was doing and decided to follow me. Then I just realized that its just the echo of my footsteps in the staircase and the hallways since you have to pass by some units to get upstairs.

It took me 6 minutes to get up to the 16th floor. .. Hmm..I Guess I'll try again tomorrow.

A GLOVES STORY (crazy double meaning :P )

>>> >>>A young man wished to purchase a gift for his new sweetheart's birthday, and as they had not been dating very long, after careful consideration he decided a pair of gloves would strike the right note -- romantic, but not too personal. Accompanied by his sweetheart's younger sister, he bought a pair of white gloves; the younger sister purchased a pair of panties for herself.

>>>During the wrapping, the clerk mixed up the items and the sister got the gloves and the sweetheart got the panties. Without checking the contents first, he sealed his package and mailed it to his sweetheart along with this note: >>>

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>>> >>>>>>Darling,

>>>I chose these because I noticed that you are not in the habit of wearing any when we go out in the evening. If it had not been for your sister, I would have chosen the long ones with buttons, but she wears short ones that are easy to remove.

>>>These are a delicate shade, but the lady I bought them from showed me the pair she had been wearing for the past three weeks and they were hardly soiled. I had her try yours on for me and she looked really smart.

>>>I wish I were there to put them on you for the first time, as no doubt other hands will come in contact with them before I have a chance to see you again.

>>>When you take them off, remember to blow in them before putting them away as they will naturally be a little damp from wearing.

>>>Just think how many times I will kiss them during the coming year. I hope you will wear them for me on Friday night.
>>>All my Love,>>>Hollingsworth >>>P.S The latest style is to wear them folded down with a little fur showing.

Balaoi,Ilocos Norte

Maira-ira Beach, blue lagoon

Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

As far as I'm concerned, I consider Pagudpud,Ilocos Norte is one of the most time-worthy place to visit that is close to Manila. You can just enjoy the quiet life of the province ore enjoy varieties or activity without going to one place far from another. You may laze under the sun, surf, hike, do food trip, dive, stargazing, snorkeling, tour the historical places, enjoy the scenic vies and most of all spend quality time with your loved ones.

We spent our week-long Anniversary vacation just like how we did last year since Aaron doesn't really want to do the whole island hoping in Palawan this month. Being very familiar with the place and the mode of transactions there, we decided that it will be relaxing and less of a stress to come back there instead of trying to discover a new place like classic tourists. Besides we were really satisfied during our visit last year that we can almost predict the outcome of the trip (which is good).

From Eastwood City, we stopped by Robinson's Galleria in Ortigas for about 30 minutes to get snorkels and more memory cards before heading to Florida bus station in Sampaloc, Manila.

We weren't able to make reservation. An.d the Deluxe bus that directly goes to Pagudpud leaves at 9:30pm so to make sure that we can secure tickets for the seat, we took a cab via EDSA and Quezon Avenue, we reached the terminal at 20:50. Good enough time to do a little extra shopping for snacks and drinks in the nearby convinience store while waiting for the stop over in Marsha's.

Our bus left the terminal at exactly 21:35 Instead of playing a movie,the driver chose to tune up to a radio station that played love song which added to relaxing atmosphere of the starry night. And we kept fooling around talking criticizing the lyrics or random songs and reminiscing our last trip to Pagudpud, and how he really crave for the Empanadita's- that we should get a lot of it.

We were just tripped-out because our bus keeps stopping along the high-way whenever we come across another Florida bus. We were guessing that they're just cross-checking the tickets and stuff like that but we stopped for like 4 times or more for he whole trip.

There was no traffic or road trouble so we fell asleep and woke up realizing that we were already in Tarlac,Tarlac at 00:27. I kept looking around at the signboards while doing time checks so here's what I've got in my phone: Buang,La Union -02:01;Candon, Ilocos -03:25; Quirino Bridge in Ilocos Sur -4:19; Marsha's Delicacies in Bantay, Ilocos Sur-4:27; Vigan, Ilocos Sur- 5:40; Laoag City-5:50; Laoag-Cubao Terminal station- 6:18 ; Bangui at around 7:30 Then I started taking pictures of the windmills and the lighthouse along the way so I stopped the precise tracking. I was also exchanging messages to Mean-the owner of Polaris so they can time it and pick us up from the bus terminal beside the Municipal Town Hall.

Its kinda weird since we were like the only one's left in the bus who perfectly doesn't understand and speak Ilocano. And the guys who were talking gibberish with the bus driver and conductor and kept looking at us giggling like they were betting on something. Finally somebody asked us where were we headed to and if we need some sort of transportation to get to the resort, offering their tricycle. I just politely answered that we're going to Polaris and that they're going to pick us up.

We arrived at Polaris before 9:30 so the whole trip was less than 12 hours. We've finally met the owner Mean who wasn't there last year when went there. first thing I noticed was that she's nice and chatty which is a good trait for a host. They took us to our room in the 3rd floor which has a veranda facing the beach.

to be continued...

Chuck " The Ice Man" Liddell in Manila

After losing the fight in UFC 79 to Rashad “Sugar” Evans, The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) legend fighter Chuck "The Ice Man" Liddell graced an appearance before his Filipino fans in the Mall of Asia (MOA) Atrium yesterday, September 21, 2008 at around 4:00pm.

The practice was said to be a show to promote the upcoming UFC 88 fight where Liddell will try to win back his title from Evans.

The Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) enthusiasts flooded the Atrium as early as 2:00pm waiting for their hero's appearance. To most people the wait is worth it since its not like they see "The Ice Man" in flesh everyday plus he showed them some of his practice moves which of course thrilled them even more. After the show he signed up autographs on almost "anything" that the fans can grab to get his signature.

Since MMA is a growing hobby/sport in the country, with the UFC as one of its major influences, we will surely watch all the upcoming fights. Although " The Ice Man " will always be an icon that the new fighters will look up to regardless the outcome of UFC 88.

Deer strapped on the car

Freaking hilarious!

LMAO. I was sitting on the couch with my big-big smile while watching this video.

I personally think this is cute and funny especially the part where a big guy is beating the crap out of the strapped deer like he's still not decided whether he's scared or what (of course its only funny because its not a real one)... I would have done this too just for jokes.

Whoever made this video...Good job guys!! hope you don't get complains from PETA lol :P