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IHOP Philippines Food Review
written on Friday, April 18, 2014 @ 9:00 AM ?
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| My breakfast meal at IHOP in Bonifacio city. Mouthwatering isn't it? |
As a food lover, I figured that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. My favorite is either pancakes or bacon and eggs. Now that's a yummy meal that will kick start the day for you! I can admit that I still have to look for other restaurants which gives a decent breakfast meal but I will start for now with IHOP Philippines.
I first tried IHOP in Arizona and I have to admit that it's America's favorite pit-stop for truckers. I usually eat at this place either after a night of clubbing or before work starts. Now what I really appreciate about IHOP or International House of Pancakes is the service. The service makes me want to come visit the place over and over again. The price is not that expensive, and yet it fills my stomach up for the day.
Now the IHOP Philippines branch in Bonifacio City and Mall of Asia have the same menu. However, there seems to something different when I eat at IHOP in the Philippines. I really dislike waiting in line for long hours just to get a decent meal. You would be surprised on how long the lines can be here in the Philippines. It can really test your nerves and can be excruciating! The seats are so cramped up that you can barely have a good morning conversation with your friend. It gets that noisy especially on a weekend. I prefer the IHOP branch in Bonifacio city than in Mall of Asia. Why? The answer is simply that they have a bathroom.
Nevertheless, the meal was really good and the service was just perfect. I even had a free drink since I complained that my Coca-Cola drink does not have enough fizz in it. They did offer their blueberry and strawberry pancakes which was awesome. I would definitely recommend to eat here but not during the morning hours and definitely not during the weekends. I just wish they had a drive-thru to make it easier for people in a rush.
Happy eating!
Photo Credits: Kristian MarforiLabels: Bonifacio City, Food Review, IHOP Philippines, International House of Pancakes, Mall of Asia
All Time Low, A Rocket To The Moon, We Came As Romans, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Anberlin, Tonight Alive, Radio Drive By and many more! on August 25, 2013!
written on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 @ 8:49 AM ?
All
Time Low, A Rocket To The Moon, We Came As Romans, Red Jumpsuit
Apparatus, Anberlin, Tonight Alive, Radio Drive By and many more!
Date: August
25, 2013
Time: 10am
Venue: SMX Convention Center
More details soon!
Photo Credits to the owner. Labels: A Rocket To The Moon, All Time Low, Anberlin, Bazooka Rocks 2013, Concert, Mall of Asia, Radio Drive By, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Tonight Alive, We Came As Romans
LINKIN PARK Live in Manila on August 13, 2013!
written on @ 8:29 AM ?
Team Pacquiao - The store for champions
written on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 @ 12:09 PM ?
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| Team Pacquaio store owned by Jinkee and Manny Pacquiao |
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| Huge Pacquiao poster |
Now we all love Manny Pacquiao the global icon Filipino icon who achieved world fame through his boxing talents. As a Pacquiao fan, I find it relatively hard to find any Pacquiao merchandise in the Philippines since they could either be really expensive or sold out! But I found the perfect store called Team Pacquaio which belongs to the champion himself.
They have a lot of merchandise which ranges from DVDs, T-shirts and mugs. They also have posters and other merchandise which any Pacquiao fan would love! I would say to purchase any Pacquiao merchandise, the minimum amount that you can bring ranges from P600- P1000 and that's the cheapest but worth it! If you don't believe me, check out the pictures below!
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| Another huge poster but this time I purchased something. Check out the bag! |
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| Manny Pacquiao glove for kids |
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| Manny Pacquiao Disney toy still in the wraps |
Location:
Team Pacquiao - Mall of Asia
Photo Credits: Kristian MarforiLabels: Mall of Asia, Manny Pacquaio, Team Pacquiao Store
Going El Pollo Loco at the Mall of Asia!
written on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 @ 2:27 PM ?
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| El Pollo Loco |
I first had El Pollo Loco back in Phoenix, Arizona. I have to admit that I did miss the flavor. Like I said before, I am a chicken eating lover so this is one chicken that I really miss back in the USA. I was glad to find this place at the Mall of Asia. I was kind of surprised that they there were just a few people in the restaurant or maybe because I came in on a weekday.
It almost had the same similar taste although, I was a bit disappointed since the chicken was much smaller then the one they had in the States. They still their famous sauce as well. But in the end, it filled my stomach and craving for El Pollo Loco. It's a bit expensive compared to your regular chicken at Jollibee. Want to have a Mexican taste of fried chicken? Try it out at El Pollo Loco! Enjoy!
El Pollo Loco Address
Mall of Asia, Pasay
Photo Credits: Kristian MarforiLabels: El Pollo Loco, Mall of Asia
Reunion at Hooters Philippines!
written on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 6:04 PM ?
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| Rob and I at Hooters Philippines, July 4, 2010 |
There is nothing in this world that I love the most then my family and friends. Since I barely seen anyone of them, reunions mean the world to me especially when one of my closest friends comes over to the Philippines! A good friend of mine, Rob was coming down to the Philippines for vacation and I was excited. I haven't seen Rob since Dubai and that was 2 years ago. The last time I saw him was at my place back in Karama, Dubai, of the U.A.E.
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| Rob and Stephanie |
It was on July 4, 2010 when I met up with Rob and that was at SM Makati. It was great to see him again and I have to say that I miss my friends back in Dubai. He came over with a friend Stephanie while I met up with Alou as well. We all decided to head to the Mall of Asia. I figured that he should try something new. Something he never experienced in Dubai.
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| Rob at the bar of Hooters Philippines |
I decided to take him to seaside to the famous Hooters. I tried Hooters in California and Arizona but never Hooters Philippines so it was a first for me as well. I introduced him to the famous hot wings but he admits me that the ladies at Hooters are not the same Hooters girls like in the states. I can't say I blame him! =)
We had a great meal and a good time. We also had a good chat with Stephanie and Alou. Rob had to admit that Hooters was a great place along with its famous bar, along with it's basketball hoop at the entrance. I should have recommended to Rob was to get a Hooters shirt as a memory. We did have fun watching UFC on the flat screen.
It was time to go home and I have to admit that I was sad that the night had to end so soon. We dropped the girls home and drove home. We had a few drinks and chilled out at the gas station close to the coastal road. We gave each other advice and hope to see a bright future ahead of us. It turned out to be a great night and I can't wait for another reunion with another Dubayan! We'll have our next reunion at Hooters Philippines when you arrive on April, 2011!!!
Labels: Hooters Philippines, Mall of Asia, travel philippines
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IHOP Philippines Food Review
written on Friday, April 18, 2014 @ 9:00 AM ?
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| My breakfast meal at IHOP in Bonifacio city. Mouthwatering isn't it? |
As a food lover, I figured that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. My favorite is either pancakes or bacon and eggs. Now that's a yummy meal that will kick start the day for you! I can admit that I still have to look for other restaurants which gives a decent breakfast meal but I will start for now with IHOP Philippines.
I first tried IHOP in Arizona and I have to admit that it's America's favorite pit-stop for truckers. I usually eat at this place either after a night of clubbing or before work starts. Now what I really appreciate about IHOP or International House of Pancakes is the service. The service makes me want to come visit the place over and over again. The price is not that expensive, and yet it fills my stomach up for the day.
Now the IHOP Philippines branch in Bonifacio City and Mall of Asia have the same menu. However, there seems to something different when I eat at IHOP in the Philippines. I really dislike waiting in line for long hours just to get a decent meal. You would be surprised on how long the lines can be here in the Philippines. It can really test your nerves and can be excruciating! The seats are so cramped up that you can barely have a good morning conversation with your friend. It gets that noisy especially on a weekend. I prefer the IHOP branch in Bonifacio city than in Mall of Asia. Why? The answer is simply that they have a bathroom.
Nevertheless, the meal was really good and the service was just perfect. I even had a free drink since I complained that my Coca-Cola drink does not have enough fizz in it. They did offer their blueberry and strawberry pancakes which was awesome. I would definitely recommend to eat here but not during the morning hours and definitely not during the weekends. I just wish they had a drive-thru to make it easier for people in a rush.
Happy eating!
Photo Credits: Kristian MarforiLabels: Bonifacio City, Food Review, IHOP Philippines, International House of Pancakes, Mall of Asia
All Time Low, A Rocket To The Moon, We Came As Romans, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Anberlin, Tonight Alive, Radio Drive By and many more! on August 25, 2013!
written on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 @ 8:49 AM ?
All
Time Low, A Rocket To The Moon, We Came As Romans, Red Jumpsuit
Apparatus, Anberlin, Tonight Alive, Radio Drive By and many more!
Date: August
25, 2013
Time: 10am
Venue: SMX Convention Center
More details soon!
Photo Credits to the owner. Labels: A Rocket To The Moon, All Time Low, Anberlin, Bazooka Rocks 2013, Concert, Mall of Asia, Radio Drive By, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Tonight Alive, We Came As Romans
LINKIN PARK Live in Manila on August 13, 2013!
written on @ 8:29 AM ?
Team Pacquiao - The store for champions
written on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 @ 12:09 PM ?
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| Team Pacquaio store owned by Jinkee and Manny Pacquiao |
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| Huge Pacquiao poster |
Now we all love Manny Pacquiao the global icon Filipino icon who achieved world fame through his boxing talents. As a Pacquiao fan, I find it relatively hard to find any Pacquiao merchandise in the Philippines since they could either be really expensive or sold out! But I found the perfect store called Team Pacquaio which belongs to the champion himself.
They have a lot of merchandise which ranges from DVDs, T-shirts and mugs. They also have posters and other merchandise which any Pacquiao fan would love! I would say to purchase any Pacquiao merchandise, the minimum amount that you can bring ranges from P600- P1000 and that's the cheapest but worth it! If you don't believe me, check out the pictures below!
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| Another huge poster but this time I purchased something. Check out the bag! |
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| Manny Pacquiao glove for kids |
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| Manny Pacquiao Disney toy still in the wraps |
Location:
Team Pacquiao - Mall of Asia
Photo Credits: Kristian MarforiLabels: Mall of Asia, Manny Pacquaio, Team Pacquiao Store
Going El Pollo Loco at the Mall of Asia!
written on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 @ 2:27 PM ?
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| El Pollo Loco |
I first had El Pollo Loco back in Phoenix, Arizona. I have to admit that I did miss the flavor. Like I said before, I am a chicken eating lover so this is one chicken that I really miss back in the USA. I was glad to find this place at the Mall of Asia. I was kind of surprised that they there were just a few people in the restaurant or maybe because I came in on a weekday.
It almost had the same similar taste although, I was a bit disappointed since the chicken was much smaller then the one they had in the States. They still their famous sauce as well. But in the end, it filled my stomach and craving for El Pollo Loco. It's a bit expensive compared to your regular chicken at Jollibee. Want to have a Mexican taste of fried chicken? Try it out at El Pollo Loco! Enjoy!
El Pollo Loco Address
Mall of Asia, Pasay
Photo Credits: Kristian MarforiLabels: El Pollo Loco, Mall of Asia
Reunion at Hooters Philippines!
written on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 6:04 PM ?
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| Rob and I at Hooters Philippines, July 4, 2010 |
There is nothing in this world that I love the most then my family and friends. Since I barely seen anyone of them, reunions mean the world to me especially when one of my closest friends comes over to the Philippines! A good friend of mine, Rob was coming down to the Philippines for vacation and I was excited. I haven't seen Rob since Dubai and that was 2 years ago. The last time I saw him was at my place back in Karama, Dubai, of the U.A.E.
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| Rob and Stephanie |
It was on July 4, 2010 when I met up with Rob and that was at SM Makati. It was great to see him again and I have to say that I miss my friends back in Dubai. He came over with a friend Stephanie while I met up with Alou as well. We all decided to head to the Mall of Asia. I figured that he should try something new. Something he never experienced in Dubai.
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| Rob at the bar of Hooters Philippines |
I decided to take him to seaside to the famous Hooters. I tried Hooters in California and Arizona but never Hooters Philippines so it was a first for me as well. I introduced him to the famous hot wings but he admits me that the ladies at Hooters are not the same Hooters girls like in the states. I can't say I blame him! =)
We had a great meal and a good time. We also had a good chat with Stephanie and Alou. Rob had to admit that Hooters was a great place along with its famous bar, along with it's basketball hoop at the entrance. I should have recommended to Rob was to get a Hooters shirt as a memory. We did have fun watching UFC on the flat screen.
It was time to go home and I have to admit that I was sad that the night had to end so soon. We dropped the girls home and drove home. We had a few drinks and chilled out at the gas station close to the coastal road. We gave each other advice and hope to see a bright future ahead of us. It turned out to be a great night and I can't wait for another reunion with another Dubayan! We'll have our next reunion at Hooters Philippines when you arrive on April, 2011!!!
Labels: Hooters Philippines, Mall of Asia, travel philippines
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All about La Obra ?
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| Me with Steve Terada from Amercia's Best Dance Crew Season 3 Winner's QUEST CREW |
Hi! You may call me Stuck in the Philippines because I am literally stuck in the Philippines! I'm just kidding. My name is Kristian. This is my first blog and it first started out as travel blog. But then I started involving my love for the entertainment scene mainly the movies and concerts scene. Once I started blogging, I couldn't stop.
A little bit about myself. I was born and raised in Dubai (U.A.E) until I went to Arizona (U.SA). You could say I love traveling. For the record, I am a Filipino. I just lived and studied abroad. A graduate of Southern New Hampshire University and Maine High School graduate, I feel that life has more to offer. I'm a Business Administration graduate but this is something I feel that I am passionate about. I love to breakdance but I'm not getting any younger. I like traveling but that requires a lot of cash. But I love to explore.
Since I love traveling, I first started this blog as a travel blog and I was bored. Anyway, once I arrived in the Philippines, I decided to stay for awhile and adapt to the Filipino way of life. Trust me! It wasn't easy since I had to adjust from scratch! But everything turned out well.
How I started blogging? It was when a friend suggested that I should blog. My first thought of blogging is that it was a boring job and besides what do I blog about? Voila! That's how my blogging world began and now I'm hooked! Now I mainly blog about events, news, movies, concerts and travel! A lot huh? By the way, I do make some grammar mistakes on my blog but hey nobody is perfect! =)
If you have any ideas, suggestions, please don't hesitate to drop me a line. You may contact me at kristianmarfori at gmail dot com . You may call/text preferably text me at +639166464362. Please state your name, email, contact details and inquiry.
Much love!
Kristian
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Travel
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| LAX, Pasay click here |
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| Central Taft, click here |
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| Hooters, Pasay, click here |
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| Kamay Ni Jesus, click here |
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Food Reviews
Buffalo Wings N Things, click here
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| Kabab Roll, click here |
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| El Pollo Loco, click here |
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| North Park, click here |
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| Stackers Burger Cafe, click here |
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| Poppycock Original, click here |
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| Rue Bourbon, click here |
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Starbucks, click here
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| Shawarma Snack Center, click here |
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| Ramen Bar Experience, click here |
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| KFC Tower Burger, click here |
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| KFC Spoonfuls, click here |
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Mang Inasal, click here
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| McDonald's, click here |
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| World Food Expo 2011, click here |
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| Wendy's Frost, click here |
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