Toblerone Cake from Cake2Go

  The word Toblerone usually brings to mind  triangular milk chocolate with nougat   The chocolate itself is enough to bring smiles, but folks from Cake2Go had other things in mind.  They deconstructed it and transformed the mini chocolate pyramids to a creamy circular temptation.  Visually speaking, I’d say it would be a good bribe for an angry girlfriend (because for the nth time you said yes to the question “do I look fat …?”)

A quick slice revealed the insides of the ice-cream- like tri-layered cake.    The bottom part is definitely chocolate, the last two layers I honestly don’t have any idea. But I am certain it was all delicious.  I have to warn my (4) avid readers that this cake can change the way you look at things.   One bite can transform the most loving and generous person to Mr. Scrooge.  I myself was tempted to say “mine! mine and all mine!”, until I remembered my dear wife has the knife.

 We also got a box of sugar free chocolate decadent cake for our insulin dependent loved ones.   It does feel good that you are indulging on something that is a bit healthier, but the devil in me was saying that something was missing.   Next time I’ll try the non -sugar -free version.

PRICE:  Toblerone cake- P585,  Sugar free  Decadent cakeP475

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FREE Krispy Kreme Chocolate Glazed Doughnut

I once had a sensible colleague named Ed.  We’ve been seatmates for a while and I’ve learned a few things from him.  Before I tell you what I consider the best gem from the lot, let me emphasize that this guy is health conscious.  He bikes everyday from Quezon City to the hills (or is that mountains) of Antipolo to prepare for competitions. He also watches closely what he eats.

Surprisingly, this came from him:  “Don’t count the calories if it is FREE”. Ha! Words of wisdom from a sage!  Guys, if you haven’t noticed yet, I’ve feature a few posts regarding restaurant promos – usually the buy one take one type.  This post is different.  The food was absolutely free and the host doesn’t expect you to do anything in return, except to enjoy.

Krispy Kreme has been around for a while and most of us enjoy the light cotton candy soft doughnuts the store serves.  The original glazed donut is in itself a must have treat, but imagine the glaze mixed with chocolate and you’ll have the ultimate diet buster! The best news is Krispy Kreme is giving free samples together with their signature brewed coffee!  All you have to do is sign up or wait for somebody to “glaze” you.

After we printed our email invites, my wife and I went to the nearest store.  We handed our printouts to the cashier staff and waited gleefully.  We passed time watching the Chocolate Glazed Doughnut come out of the magical steel contraption in the see through kitchen.  Wouldn’t it be nice to have a similar device at home?

Our (free) orders arrived and we did not waste time.  The strong brewed coffee was good and went well with its sweet partner. The choco doughnut definitely is a great makeover from the original glazed.  Still soft as expected and it should not be missed by anybody who loves chocolate or who has a sweet tooth.  If I could design my own heaven the clouds would be made of this.

I am not sure when the promo will end, but you might want to check the links below:

http://www.krispykreme.com.ph/index.php

http://chocolatekarnival.com/

Amici

Once upon a time there was a restaurant hidden in the streets of a kingdom called Makati.  They served the best gelato and the best al dente pasta dishes without burning a hole in your wallet.  If you’re from the northern regions of Manila and wanted to sample the renowned gastronomical treats of the holy order of the Don Bosco Knights, then you had to fight your way through EDSA.  Fire breathing Dragons called Buses and other rushing crusaders will try to bully and stop you (as if the hidden alligators were not enough). 

That was a long time ago…  Amici is now under new management and  has decided to open up a new outlet at the SM Megamall Atrium. Those living in the Quezon City and Rizal Areas do not have to travel far to sample great tasting Italian dishes.

On this day we decided to get Roast Chicken.  Describing it as tender and tasty is an understatement.  The rosemary elevated an all time favorite to a new level.  The resto always serve this dish with the drippings, which we mixed gleefully with our rice - Yup, you read that right! We ordered steamed rice in an Italian resto. What were we supposed to do with the glorious chicken fat?   For 190 pesos you’ll get half a chicken with nicely cooked vegetables.(tip:  if you want a decent cheap meal for two, order this one and just  add extra rice for only 10 pesos per cup).

Since we love our carbs, we also ordered a plate of spinach cannelloni.  Mixing a bunch of ingredients like pasta, cheese, spinach, tomato sauce sounded easy enough, but I know this tasty dish will be a great feat to accomplish at home.  It is great that Amici sells it for 195 pesos only.

We ended our meal with a couple of gelato cups namely  sans rival and espresso. I love sans rival, but transform it into ice cream and that is what I call food nirvana.   The espresso gelato is something that would surely delight coffee lovers out there.  So far this is the  cheapest gelato we’ve tried for only 50 pesos per scoop.

We have tried Amici several times in the past, usually with family and friends; and so far we do not have any complaint. This is still our reigning best bet for a good Italian meal. Good service, easy on the pocket and most of all delicious.

Amici

3rd level. SM Megamall Atrium. Ortigas Center

Sbarro’s Sweet and Salty Chocolate Calzone

Tempted by this:

Ordered it

Enjoyed it

Chocolate and ricotta cheese… a match made in heaven

 Sbarro

Ground Floor. SM Megamall Bldg A

Italianni’s Big Lunch Promo

Italianni’s has a new promo.  Buy one big lunch and get the next one free (<<–click if you want to learn more).  The deal sounds good, but we just had to find out if the actual meals would not disappoint.

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