Adding up to Davao City’s vast and growing options for food and dining, Cafe Tavera along Avancena Street is undoubtedly making waves as among the city’s most recent best. Launched 2013, the restaurant serves Filipino food with a contemporary twist; And not to mention a notable polished ambiance and great interiors, fit for intimate dining experience.
What I liked the most about Cafe Tavera is their wide range of Menu, from all sorts of live seafood to staple meat dishes, and they have quite a number of salad and appetizer choices, as well as vegetable dishes. Personally, I find Cafe Tavera a good option for Vegetarians, as well as non pork/red meat diners.
One thing I find unique with Cafe Tavera is on how they included Salted egg on Salads and special sauces , which I find very Filipino. Here are some of the restaurant’s best, which I personally loved and are worthy of a recommendation.
Paco Salad with green Mango and Salted Egg . Very Filipino ! A great alternative to the usual Ceasar Salad.Langka Bulad sa Gata. A staple Bisaya dish of green (young) jackfruit with Dried Fish chunks in Coconut milk sauce. Very FilipinoPrawns in White Sauce of Butter, spices and Salted Egg , which I find the taste new and very interesting ! A Must try. Big Crabs in Chili Garlic Sauce. A House specialtyCafe Tavera Imbao Soup ( A Type of Clam ) . This is among the best clam soup I tried ever. Unlike the usual Imbao soup, this has a bit of citrus-cy – lemon grass taste to it , which I find interesting. Another of Cafe Tavera’s contemporary twist.Dragonball ( Pork meat balls ) made to look cute and interesting . =)Cafe Tavera Tropical Delight ! good for sharingThe cakes station.
Apart from walk – in dining area, Cafe Tavera Also boasts function Rooms to cater meetings and private gatherings. Get touch with the restaurant through the following channels,
Finally , a full course Korean Buffet has just been launched by Korea Town Restaurant for all of Davao’s food enthusiasts. More than just unlimited Bulgogi, the buffet includes:
10 staple side dishes, unlimited serving of Kimbap ( Korean version of Maki), Kimchi soup, popular Korean street food like ddeokbokki (rice cake in spicy sauce) and Mandu (meat and vermicelli dumpling), 6-7 other popular korean meat dishes. All these for P 345.00.
Here are some of the snapshots I took to perk up your kimchi craving =)
Kimbap ( Korean version of Japanese Maki Roll ) The difference to Maki is that Kimbap usually has pickled vegetables in it. Kimbap is a popular street food in Korea.The buffet includes 10 Staple Korean Side dishes. Korean food lovers are probably familiar with these on the picture =)My top fave viands served were Jaeyook Bokum / Stir fried pork and kimchi (the reddish one on the saucer) and the Yangnyeom Tongdak/ spicy Korean Fried chicken . =)Beef Bulgogi . A bit filipinized in my opinion, but still good =)
My top fave viands served were Jaeyook Bokum / Stir fried pork and the Yangnyeom Tongdak/ spicy Korean Fried chicken . =) Kimbap and Mandu dumplings were also good. Some dishes were adjusted to filipino taste (less spicy than I expected), but overall, the buffet set is hearty and very filling. The buffet does not include tabletop grilling , as the bulgogi dishes are pre cooked and served on warmers.
The place is modest, and the attendants are in nice traditional Korean dresses. The Korean owner is also accommodating and very much willing to chitchat and introduce her dishes . No service charge on top of the bill.
Overall the place is worthy of a recommendation =)
Serving buffet only every payday / 15th and 30th of the month , it is ideal to have a table reserved by calling 082.285.2882 . Korea Town Restaurant is located at Victoria Plaza Compound , JP Laurel Ave. , Bajada , DC.
Have yourself a sweet and merry get together this season with these heavenly specialties, heart-fully baked by Mix N, Magic Cakes and Dessert Shop. We made these cakes extra special, and perfect for the coming holidays =)
Extra special Chocolate cake layered with Chocolate coated Waffle sticks . This is definitely a sweet and chocolatey Christmas in every bite. Specialty Cakes are priced at around 600 to 750 pesos.Our Best Selling Cupcakes . Ferrero , Cream Cheese Carrot and Red Velvet .. Mango Cream Cake. a personal Favourite of mine by Mix and Magic . Our Classic Chilled Mocha Cake . Artful in every angle . Round Cakes start at 469.00 Pesos. Cream coated Red Velvet Cake , also a perfect centerpiece for your holiday table =)Mix n Magic’s famous Ferrero Cup cakes . with Real ferrero Chocolate ball on top !
For over 18 years, Mix N’ Magic is proud and has remained to be the best Cake and Dessert Shop in my hometown, General Santos City. Just mid of this year , Mix N’ Magic has re-launched its cake and dessert specialties here in Davao, with the opening of its newly renovated outlet in Gaisano Mall of Davao. The diner is located at the Lower Ground Floor , fronting Grocery Area.
Mix N’ Magic Cakes and Dessert Shop at Gaisano Mall of Davao .
Mix N’ Magic also accepts Dessert Buffet services to perk up dinners and parties of any occasion. Get in touch with the branch for this.
DAVAO CITY, Philippines, November 24, 2014 Trust is undeniably an intangible asset that makes an organization a powerhouse. Trust makes past and present generation of customers patronize a product or a service. It is the core value that keeps an organization rooted, grounded, and even impervious to any crisis, from envious competitors to economic crashes.
Photo provided by Uratex Website uratex.com.ph . credits to the owner
Trust has empowered Uratex to grow immensely in over 46 years, from a modest company to a highly respected leader with an influence and loyal customer base here and abroad. Partners, suppliers, and colleagues associate the brand with ingenuity, innovation, reliability, endurance, and a dedicated customer service. Recently, and for the sixth consecutive year, Uratex won the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Platinum Award 2014, an Asia-wide survey running for 15 years now. It covers a wide array of industries, where winners are chosen based on trustworthiness and credibility, quality, value, understanding of customer needs, innovation, and corporate social responsibility.
A passion for excellence characterizes its products. Innovations like the “Quali-5 Cellular Technology” make sure that Uratex foams are undeniably top-notch and world-class, shows the company’s strong adherence to quality; its quality assurance through its ISO-9001 certified facilities; world-class equipment; superior formulation and process engineering technology; and usage of best raw materials.
Photo provided by Uratex Website uratex.com.ph . credits to the owner
It is therefore no surprise that Uratex has become the country’s largest manufacturer of commercial and automotive polyurethane foam products. Uratex is the flagship brand of the RGC Group of Companies, made up of RGC Textile Manufacturing Corporation, Roberts Automotive and Industrial Parts Manufacturing Corporation; and Inoac Philippines, a joint venture with Inoac of Japan, and the RGC Foam Group, composed of Polyfoam-RGC International Corporation, Multiflex RNC Philippines, Inc., and Polyflex Industries. These companies and its 16 first-rate plants are responsible for bringing to the Philippine market high-quality and high value-for-money foam and other products nationwide.
RGC Foam Group is part of the RGC Group of Companies, one of the most progressive manufacturers in the Philippines today. The Group’s thriving foam business began in 1968 when Robert Cheng realized his dream of producing high-quality foam. He founded Polyfoam Chemical Corporation and, later on, expanded into related businesses to address the growing needs of the automotive, furniture, bedding, footwear, textile, garment, and food industries.
“Davao is consistently recognized as one of the most important areas in the country with regard to economic success due to its thriving tourism and commercial industries. Having a Uratex showroom here is part of our earlier commitment of expanding our business here and in other regions and cities in the country. We are proud to be now a part of Davao as it treads toward progress and future development,” says Mr. Eddie Gallor, Vice President RGC Group of Companies.
Aside from being one of the most flourishing cities in the Philippines in terms of economic success, dynamic leadership and good governance, it is also an important growth area in the East Asian Growth Area or EAGA, a Southeast Asian regional economic enclave. Davao is known considered one of Mindanao’s financial hubs with a growing trade, commerce and industrial environment, and touted as the next most important destination for Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) locators from Asia and the world, with around more than 20,000 full-time agents working in more than 20 BPO firms of various sizes.
It also has a thriving tourism industry that continues to draw foreign and domestic tourists, which contributed to the surge in the number of hotels, inns, resorts, and other hospitality-related establishments sprouting around the area.
And this is where Uratex sees the importance of the Davao market as it aims to supply world-class quality foam to travel-related establishments to ensure that their customers get very restful and healthful sleep. The same holds true for many Filipino households as for generations, mothers, homemakers, and individuals who hold sleep as a premium for their energetic lifestyle have always patronized Uratex mattresses.
It is this kind of quiet but solid, relentless support and trust that Uratex hopes to gain in Davao and the rest of the Philippines. Customers, clients, and partners have always recognized that it is their welfare that Uratex constantly keeps in mind – and it is their needs that the organization address in its continuing mission to innovate and develop its products.
DAVAO SHOWROOM
>>>>>>>>>>> National Road Corner Belen Road Brgy. Pampanga
Hungry and curious on finding awesome restaurants in Davao, me and a friend Ar. Pen Tancio decided to check the P 499.00 payday buffet of Helen’s Kitchen, located along Buhangin Road, Davao City. Much to our expectation, what we had was a lavish heavy dinner, of more than 10 specialty dishes, tasty and worth every peso. =)
Serving buffet every 15th and 30th/31st of the month , Helens Kitchen offers a sumptuous dinner which includes Lechon Baboy ( Roasted Pork ) , plus 10 of their staple house specialties such as Patatim , Chili Crab , Iberian Chicken , grills, BBQ’s to name a few. The buffet also comes with a generous serving of appetizers, salads, desserts and bottomless iced tea/lemonade.
As a certified foodie infact, I find this restaurant the most ” Sulit ” among Davao Buffet restaurants below five hundred pesos, for serving that much food choices, and are prepared with quality and standard. As Such, Helen’s Kitchen payday buffet is worthy of a high recommendation. =)
Enjoying dinner with Ar. Pen Tancio
Here are some of Helen’s House Specialties which I personally enjoyed,
Chili Crab in Big Sizes , This dish alone made the P 499.00 buffet super sulit ! Crabs are really big, as the plate can attest to it. Garlic Shrimp. Shrimp is fresh , as you can easily peel the shell off. Freshly Grilled Tuna Belly ! Sauteed Mushroom and Asparagus in Oyster Sauce for the VegetariansTasty Kare Kare. Meat is tender and well cooked !Lumpiang Shanghai. This one is really good !Unlimited Lechon Baboy as included in the buffet ! Helen’s Buffet of more than 10 specialty dishes with Lechon BaboyBeef Morcon. Helen’s version of embutido, wrapped with thin and tenderized beef slicesPork Patatim ! A proud house specialty .Perfectly baked Iberian ChickenUnlimited Pork BBQ , as included in the BuffetHelen’s Specialty garden Salad with grilled chicken and parmesan cheese.Helen’s Macaroni Salad, a House specialty as well.
For almost a decade now in the food business, Helen’s Kitchen has earned its reputation for excellent taste and service in Davao’s catering industry. And with the business’ prosperous years, Helen’s has opened its kitchen doors to the public, with their spacious dine- in restaurant along Buhangin, DC.
Apart from the payday buffet engagement, Helen’s is also open every lunch and dinner for ala carte meals and grills .
Helen’s Al Fresco Dining Area , with acoustic performances every buffet dinnerHelen’s Function Hall to accommodate 50 to 80 pax . Photo Credits to the owner
Helen’s Kitchen also boasts a modest , air conditioned function hall for various occasions, that can accommodate 50 to 80 pax . Packages start at P 395/pax . For Inquiries on functions and catering services, contact the restaurant Manager , Sir Joel Dorado with the following numbers,
Telephone Number : 305-8894 / 305-5214
Mobile Number : 0917-7056161 / 0922-8663294 / 0918-9073707
Last friday, a few Davao Blogger members were invited for food tasting and menu update of Bulgogi Brothers Phils. at SM Lanang, Davao City.
Famous in South Korea, Bulgogi Brothers is a casual dining restaurant chain specialized in Korean dishes and bulgogi ( marinated Korean barbecue ). As an added knowledge for everyone, The word “bul” means fire and “gogi” means meat, in Korean.
Bulgogi Brothers Philippines is the first franchise outside South Korea , which gained popularity on Filipino food enthusiasts with branches at Greenbelt 5, Alabang Town Center, Mall of Asia, Glorietta 2 in Manila, and SM Lanang in Davao. Thats five aggressive branches in just a short span of time.
Bulgogi Brothers’ traditional KimChi.Korean Side dishes. Always refillable =)The recently launched Bulgogi Brothers Phils. Three way Shabu Shabu Set
As an addition to the restaurant menu, Bulgogi Brothers Phils. introduces its Three-way Shabu shabu – Korean Style. Originated from East Asia ( Korea, Mongolia , China , Japan ) , Shabu-shabu is a traditional way of tabletop hot pot cooking where meat and vegetables are boiled in bubbling hot broth , seasoned with oriental flavors and spices. Hot pots are always a fun dining experience with family and friends.
Bulgogi Brothers Phils.’ version of Shabu-shabu
Twisting from the traditional way of hot pots, Bulgogi Brother’s Three way Shabu-shabu is more than just the usual hot pot soup. The feast begins with the server pouring a tasty broth onto the pot, bringing it to a brisk simmer by cranking up the heat on the metal hot plate. Guests can savor the stew with an additional order of rice.
Fresh mixed seafood Hot Spot : a plate of fresh and plump clams, blue crab, mussels and squid cooked over a spicy broth. A sureball winner among all Bulgogi Brothers Hot pot Set .
Next, a plate of Ramyun noodles arrives on the table. Because shabu-shabu encourages guests to be their own cook, they can toss the noodles together with the meat and other vegetables for a distinctly flavorful pot of Ramyun noodles.
Towards the end of the meal the server creates tasty rice porridge (juk) from the same shabu-shabu broth with Korean rice topped with seaweed, vegetables and egg for a truly filling meal.
Plated Rice before it is made into a porridgerice mixed with the remaining broth
For a unique flavor that’s suited to their liking, diners have the option to choose what meat goes into their hotpot. There’s Beef and Veggies, beef bulgogi on a garden of leeks, peppers, cabbage, bean sprouts and mushroom; Ham and Sausage, a marriage of American and Korean flavors with ham, sausage, cabbage, bean sprouts, mushroom and gochujang (Korean hot chili paste); and Mixed Seafood, a plate of fresh and plump clams, blue crab, mussels and squid cooked over a spicy broth.
Ham and Sausage, a marriage of American and Korean flavors with ham, sausage, cabbage, bean sprouts, mushroom and gochujang (Korean hot chili paste)Beef and Veggies, beef bulgogi on a garden of leeks, peppers, cabbage, bean sprouts and mushroomFour Mushroom set for the Vegetarians. Also very Delicious !Chili – Vegetable Salad . A personal Fave ! =)
Open for Lunch, Dinner and cocktails , Bulgogi Brothers Davao Branch is located at the 2nd Level, Fountain Court, SM Lanang Premier.
Contact Number for inquiries and dining reservations : (082) 285 2593
Since the 90’s, Garden Oases Resort and Convention Center has always been a familiar venue for weddings and assemblies , with its accessible location, amenities and spacious lawns ideal for various occasions. And with the addition of its multi leveled Ritz Hotel just a few years back, Garden Oases has well maintained its niche as one of the top and most convenient places to stay here in Metro Davao.
Earlier today, i tagged along with a few friends for lunch and food tasting of their new food entries at Garden Oases’ Restaurant. We were catered by Garden Oases and Ritz Hotel’s PR Manager , Ms. Alice Cadao. It was quite an intimate gathering with just a few people invited, which gave us a chance to get to know the restaurant better. And indeed, there is definitely more to Garden Oases than just a Resort-Hotel , with all the sumptuous food entries served at their poolside restaurant. Here are some of the recently added menu Entries with a twist , which I personally liked:
Fried Pork – Seaweed Roll with Crabstick Filling . This appetizer is a personal favorite . at P185 .Dragonball D – A Shrimp Tempura with a twist of Durian Filling at the center. Interestingly Tasteful at 208 pesosDragonball X , Shrimp Tempura with Mangusteen filling . Another Interesting Twist in the usual menu at 208 pesos ***
Staple Entries at Garden Oases Restaurant,
Traditional Japanese SiomaiBaby Back Ribs at 290 pesos***Asian Lemon Chicken .Oases Fried Rice . Heavy on Mandarin Chorizo and Braised Pork filling . Another personal Favorite at 180 pesos***
Snack Items which are my all time favorites ; And they are on ” Oases Awesome Specials” Promo price every 9 to 11 am, 2-5 pm and 8 to 10 pm . Call(082) 224 1403 for info and reservations .
Tasty Burger at 99 pesos promo price .CarbonaraCrunchy TacoHalo HaloBuko Halo Special
Hotel-Restaurant Address: Porras St., Obrero, Davao City, Philippines
Bu’s Tapas, Bebidas Y Bodega has been serving drinks along Pelayo Street (Formerly Legaspi Street ) since 2013 , until recently I came across their All meat overload Gourmet Pizza, and it blew me off at first bite ! Heavy with toppings of meat , cheddar, Capers , spices and imported sausage , served at 12 ” , good for 3-4 and is priced at P 250 – 300. How good is that? As such , Bu’s Pizza is worthy of a recommendation; A personal favorite of mine these days =)
Bu’s Meat Overloaded PizzaBu’s Meat Overloaded Pizza up close
Bu’s is not just any other bar in downtown Davao, aside from serving imported spanish wines, Bu’s serves great menu of appetizers and meaty dishes for an overall gastronomic satisfaction. As its name goes , Tapas ( A Spanish beef specialty ) Bebidas ( Spanish for Beer and Drinks ) Y Bodega ( A Bodega for Latin Wines, cheese, and Meat ) .
My Personal Rating of this place
Price Range : Mid priced.
Taste : 10/10 for the pizza . Everything else is ok as well.
Place : 7/10 . cozy place fit for wines and small gatherings.
Service : 8/10 Nice staff. No Service Charge =)
Serves Lunch and Dinner til 1 AM =)
Place details: Walking on Pelayo Street (formerly Legaspi Street), Bu’s is 3 minute walk from Apo View Hotel, Casa Leticia and Gaisano South. Bu’s is in front of UCCP Church and next door to GJ Santos.
Contact Number : (082) 284 6364
Some other entries available at Bu’s are as shown , ( But there is so much more in their menu i am yet to try =)
Bu’s Garlic Chicken with Ranch Dip. also my FaveImported cheese Platter to pair with your wineBu’s at NightNice !Imported Tapa , among othersA sample of frozen imported sausage cuts available
Last thursday, a few members of Davao Bloggers’ Society were invited for food and dessert tasting at Saging Repablik , one of Davao’s newest , and possibly the most talked about restaurant these days. Saging Repablik is located along Tiongko Ave. corner V Mapa St., a few blocks from Bangko Central. It would be impossible not to notice this two storey glass box building, fully lighted at night. The bold lighting , matte black signages and polished concrete finish gave its contemporary industrial look , which reminds me so much of some restaurants I’ve visited in Singapore.
Saging Repablik opened its doors sometime around late June of this year. Barely three months old, people are still buzzing over this modern style restaurant serving specialty Asian/Filipino dishes , with a twist of Banana. Saging Repablik is uniquely Davao Born. The restaurant’s concept was derived from Banana ( Saging in Filipino ), which Davao region is also famous for producing. Aside from serving local dishes, the restaurant also promotes local banana products such as flavored cavendish chips, as well as locally made chocolate products.
As a curious person, I admit that it wasn’t my first time to dine at Saging Repablik the time our Bloggers group was invited. Ive been to this place three times already for coffee and their Banana-Walnut Torte , which is probably one of the best Torte I had. It is made up of layers of caramelized Banana, Chocolate, Walnut and Something like Sansrival , perfectly coated with chilled cream. I would say this Dessert alone, already makes Saging Repablik worthy of a visit. =)
Saging Repablik’s Banana-Choco-Walnut Torte . priced at P 150 per slice. Its a big slice at around 7 inches tall, I would say its good for two. (Photo credits to the owner)Flavored Cavendish Banana Chip , P 75 per serveTuron Dip with a TwistFreshly Pomelo Juice P 85 . My Fave
Here are other Appetizers and Main Entries I personally Liked . All dishes, are of big servings, which can be shared. And it comes with Rice =)
Camaron Rebusado Con Banana ( Deep fried Shrimp and Banana Slices ) P 160Beer Battered Fish and Banana Chips P 185Humbanana Cue P 195 . comes in two hefty slices of Pata meat per order !Beef Pochero con Saba P 225 .Sisag ( Sisig at Saging ) P 165 . Yummy !!!Pork spare ribs in Banana BBQ Sauce . P 220 , and comes in two hefty slices of Ribs per Serving. Super Heavy .Here’s a look at the Modern Contemporary Interiors of Saging Repablik . Mezzanine Style Layout , with glassy interiors and walls generally finished in Matte Black, red bricks and polished concrete.These Rustic Incandescent Drop lamps gave the places its contemporary industrial feelA view of the main dining from aboveBold Text Cut out is always a fun and interactive idea for store branding .And they have Saging Repablik Apparel as well . =)Some thoughts to ponder on.
My Personal Rating of this place
Price Range : Mid priced. Main Dishes at 160 – 220 , and can practically be shared by a couple.
Main Dish Taste Rate : 7/10 . Main dishes were good. Personal Pick — Humbanana Cue and Sisag
Dessert and Beverage Taste Rate : 10/10 . Banana Walnut Torte and Large Mocha Caramel Coffee is a pair to die for.
Place : 10/10 (if i rate it solely for Davao Market) Place is super Stylish, you would wanna take some selfies in it.
Service : 8/10 ( Nice staff. Gatchi , the owner is nice =)
Serves 7AM Breakfast , Lunch and Dinner til 1 AM =)
I just came from a well spent – chillax Saturday outing with my Arki group at Florenda Beach Resort, in Samal Island. It was my first time to see Florenda. In fact, I’ve never heard of it until today, and haven’t came across this as well on most Samal Island resort listings. Surprisingly charming yet affordable , I thought of putting it up here for others to see this resort as one good option, among Samal Island’s beaches.
Florenda Beach front
Florenda Resort is a Small scale semi – exclusive venue with just around 10-12 overnight cottages. The resort has opened its doors 4 years ago with just a few cottages and a good beach that does not go super low tide. Today, the resort now has an ample sized saltwater pool, fully developed beachfront , duplex type and Dorm type facility. The resort boasts clear shores perfect for snorkelling. Be sure to use proper swimming footwear for protection.
Florenda Beach Resort is located in Catagman ,Samal Island , sharing the same beach strip with Punta del Sol. For navigation, it is easier to find if you google map Punta del Sol. Florenda is just around 200 meters away.
Day Tour 100 pesos
Overnight Facility rates:
Good for 4 with ACU 1,700 – 2,000 ( spacious duplex type )
Good for 6 with ACU 1,800 – 2,000 (Small cottage Type )
Good for 2 with ACU 1,000 (Small cottage type )
Dorm Type Villa good for 24 pax with ACU 6,000
My Personal Rating of this place
Price Range : Affordable Resort
Taste : You have to pre-order your meals, or better yet, bring your own food. Corkage only applies on drinks. Cold Beer and drinks are available at the resort at affordable prices. a Bottle of San Mig Light only costs 30 pesos.
Place : 6.5/10 ( Clean, Well maintained. Just a simple resort. Don’t expect anything high end)
Beach : 8.5/10 ( tucked in the quiet side of Catagman, Samal. Fit for snorkeling . Expect live corals, so be sure to wear proper foot gear )
Service : 7/10 ( Nice staff . They let you use the kitchen )
The resort does not have an office here in Davao at the moment.
For reservations, you may contact the resort manager , HENRY at 0929 180 3175.
