TEAM D3K'S PHOTODRIVE LEADS TO SONYA'S GARDEN 10.22.11

It's been a long time since my friends and I from Team D3k got together and did a photowalk. The last time was when we went to Enchanted Kingdom and ate away. :D


After some "misdirections" from a random couple on the street, we finally located the elusive (to us, anyway) Sonya's Garden.

We were really overwhelmed on a lot of things that are picture-worthy. We were just a few meters from the entrance and we almost spent an hour clicking away. 

Sonya's Garden is a private paradise that offers bed and breakfast, spa, country store and they even have a "panaderia" (bakery) wherein Cheese Hopia and Spanish Bread are among of their bestsellers. We also scored some merchandise at their country store and I purchased an Ilog Maria Bug and Insect Repellent for Hael. 


After a couple of hours, we headed back to have lunch at Antonio's Grill in One Destination

The lunch was concluded with a free treat at Starbucks from Ms. G. ;)

We got stuck in a terrible traffic jam on our way home but who cares? It was a lovely Saturday after all. We had a great time catching up, filling our tummies non-stop and most of all, doing what we love most - taking photos. :D

Karlee

Richard

Ramark

Photo credit to Ramark :D

Bench (Top), Bazaar (Denim Shorts), Forever21 (Necklace), Fitflop Fiorella White (Sandals)

WEEKEND SHARE: TAGAYTAY

We usually spend our weekends in malls but this time around, we decided to spend it in Tagaytay. 

Whenever Yaya takes once-in-a-blue-moon day off, we always have lunch and dinner somewhere else. This time around, we headed to Carlo's Pizza in One Destination in Tagaytay. We had the usual fanfare, Nachos, Pizza and the kids' favorite, lasagna.

We then took Hael to Residence Inn for his zoo experience. He had his first donkey and horse ride and we can tell he was having the time of his life. Ate Anin joined in too.

On Hael: Superman ensemble, long-sleeved sweater and shorts from SM Dept. Store, Crocs (footwear)

On Ate Anin: Shirt from Artwork, Black Denim Pants from Forever21, Jewelled sandals from Landmark, Necklace from Genevieve Gozum

It was a very relaxing day for all of us. No traffic (thanks to Manny Pacquiao); just simple joys in a very laidback setting.

WEEKEND GETUP: Zara (Top),  Nuvali Bazaar (Denim Shorts), Bangles (Landmark), Forever21 (Necklace), Rayban Aviator (Shades), Fiorella White Sandals (not shown)

FATHER'S DAY AT BAG OF BEANS

BRUNCH BUFFET AT BAG OF BEANS TAGAYTAY

FATHER AND SON MOMENT

BAG OF BEANS TAGAYTAY

 Super Papa!

The persistent rain can't stop me from celebrating this day. Yab truly deserve a treat for all his hard work. I promised myself to take him somewhere he has never been before and just enjoy the whole day munching ongood food.

I took him to the Bag of Beans and we availed the Brunch Buffet for only php400/adult and php200/kid. The place was packed as usual and we had to share a table with a family. Later on, we found out that we shared a table with the owner herself.

I was quite disappointed at first because there were no plates available and most of the chafing dishes are empty (we arrived around 1pm). We settled having a soup but it was surprisingly cold. 

I was pacified when I was able to taste the food. Everything was delicious and you can't help but to forget some of the shortcomings. The waiters were very polite and courteous in spite of the fact it was such a busy day.

It was a consolation that Yab enjoyed his late lunch very much. Just like me and the kids, we loved everything. Every food was delectable and sumptuous.

Was it worth it? Very much. Will I ever go back to the Bag of Beans? Definitely. I want to have some of their Shepherd's Pie next time.

Total Bill:

Buffet (2 adults) - php400 x 2 = 800

Buffet (1 kid)     - php200 x 1 = 200

EVAT  10%       - 100            = 100

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 TOTAL                           PHP1100

Bag of Beans' Website: http://bagofbeanstagaytay.net

FOOD BLOG: THE DINING ROOM IN GOURMET'S TAGAYTAY

The Dining Room Restaurant

Salad Bar

Leche Flan

Bruschetta

Pasta

Greens

Seasonal Fruits

Chef

First of all, I am not a fan at all of vegetables. In fact, I don't eat them and my parents have given up on me a long time ago. My first trip to Gourmet's was when our photography club, Team D3k had our dinner at Gourmet's Cafe after our shoot in Calatagan.

Our mentor, Sir Rolly Magpayo highly recommended this place and I was glad he encouraged the group to visit this place since dining in Gourmet's is truly an experience you wouldn't forget.

I could vividly remember I had Chili con Carne and their Signature Lemonade. Since then, I can't wait to go back to have a taste of that lemonade again. With their organic vegetables, I knew right there and then I had to bring Yab to this place since he's a big fan of salad and veggies alike.

This time around, I took the whole family to Gourmet and had lunch at the Dining Room. The whole place is totally different from the Gourmet's Cafe's ambiance. The moment you enter the place, you will have the feel of formal dining setting. The interior and the feel of the place is truly exquisite.

Yab and I opted for the Lunch Buffet at around php640/person if I could remember it correctly. My eldest daughter, Anin ordered a Spaghetti Bolognese ala carte. For our drinks, Anin had a fresh mango shake while Yab and I had the Signature Lemonade.

Their buffets consists of fresh organic vegetables for salad, a dressing of your choice, pasta, bruschetta, pizza, dessert and seasonal fruits. Since I don't eat veggies, I had a plateful of spaghetti bolognese, pizza and several rounds of their leche flan.

At the end of the meal, I had a very filled, happy and contented hubby. He loved everything and he fell in love with their lemonade too!

I have this feeling we'll be back again to Gourmet's pretty soon.


The Dining Room Website:

http://thediningroom.com.ph