Sneak Peek: Bellysima Food Festival 2015 by Mercato Centrale & Glorietta
June 9th, 2015 — Affairs, Appetizer, Beverage, Cravings, Cuisine, Dessert, Filipino, Fusion, New Brews, Promos / Events, Western
Daniel Matsunaga Joins San Marino in “What’s New, What’s Next?”
October 21st, 2014 — Affairs, Promos / Events
I think Daniel Matsunaga is currently at the height of his career, right after getting the spotlight in winning the recently concluded Pinoy Big Brother (PBB). And it was good and keen of San Marino to immediately have him as one of it’s newest endorser.
SM Megamall Hosts Mega Food Tour 2
September 28th, 2014 — Affairs, Appetizer, Bar/Grills, Beverage, Buffet, Casual, Chinese, Cravings, Cuisine, Dessert, Fusion, New Brews, Pizza / Pasta, Promos / Events, Quick Service, Restaurants, Steakhouse, Sweet Shops, Western
It was a foodie’s haven as SM Megamall once again hosts its second Mega Food Tour aptly called Mega Food Tour 2.
Mercato Goodness at the Comfort of My Home
August 9th, 2011 — Bonifacio Global City, Cravings, Cuisine, Filipino, Foodie Information, Mercato Centrale, New Brews, Restaurants, Taguig, Western
The rainy season really hampers the mood specially for a travel and food blogger like me. With the Philippines’ incessant rain and typhoons from the middle part of the year onwards, my traveling is restrained and food escapades limited.
Visiting Mercato Centrale
The last time I went to Mercato Centrale in July, I was soaked in a heavy rain shower going back home. But these are the sacrifices you make for good food and indulging experiences. Night or day, I love Mercato. With the unique and varied choices of delicacies offerred by the foodie stalls, each visit can be as unique as your pallate can take.
On the other hand, the rainy season can really spoil a Mercato Centrale experience.
Heaven Sent City Delivery
We all know that the concept of food delivery is nothing new. But I never thought a group of small foodie businesses could actually come together and get themselves a food delivery partner.
It’s a simple but bright idea. Lightbulb!
I don’t have to drag my sleepy head on a cold bed weather weekend morning. I’d just have to call on City Delivery’s hotline number 87878. Or if you want to experience Mercato Centrale delivery online, check their website at http://CityDelivery.ph or their Facebook page where it says City Delivery is a “multi-restaurant delivery service…we let our customers experience the world on their plates with an impressive array of cuisines from the city’s prime restaurants and other food establishments.”
Currently, for a minimum order of Php500 and a delivery fee and 10% Delivery charge,they deliver to the residents of the following areas: Alabang, Greenhills, Las Pinas City, Makati City, Mandaluyong City, Manila City, Marikina City, Muntinlupa City, Ortigas, Paranaque City, Pasay City, Pasig City, Quezon City, and The Fort.
The cap is a little high for an individual delivery but I guess it fits more for group or family order so the P500 minimum delivery is not a problem. I owe all these realization from Mel who asked me if I could feature them here at NomNom Club. And so, now, here it is! I never knew beforehand that I could have stuff from Mercato delivered at the comfort of my home. 🙂
Please keep in mind the advance and real-time ordering scheme:
- Weekdays: Advanced ordering (2 days in advance depending on the merchant)
- Weekends: Real time ordering (9AM-Ââ€2PM)
Moreover, I was told that current participating establishments are the following:
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Bale Dutung
- Big Bob’s
- Chuck’s Grubberie
- Homemade Ravioli
- Manang’s Chicken
- Merry Moo
- Mochiko
- Spring by Ha Yuan
I hope more will join in the near future so that consumers can have more choices.
Although my top pick is the ever-famous Bale Dutung, I haven’t tried Manang’s Chicken either. With a recommendation form Mel, I decided to give their signature chicken a try.
Mel didn’t fail me as Manang’s Chicken was good as well. The white meat was tender and I cannot let go of the sinful chicken skin made tastier by the SAUCE.
I just had to put it in all caps; you would know why after trying Manang’s Chicken yourself.
🙂
In my next City Delivery order, no one can stop me from having one of Pampanga’s best – Bale Dutung by by Chef Claude Tayag!
🙂
Thank you City Delivery, it’s Mercato goodness, rain or shine!
Midnight Mercato: A Weekend Night Market
February 18th, 2011 — Affairs, Appetizer, Bar/Grills, Beverage, Bonifacio Global City, Casual, Chinese, Cravings, Cuisine, Dessert, Filipino, Fusion, Italian, Japanese, New Brews, Pizza / Pasta, Promos / Events, Quick Service, Restaurants, Steakhouse, Street Fare, Sweet Shops, Taguig, Western, Where To Eat
I haven’t visited Mercato Centrale (the day market) since it started, but I was able to check out Midnight Mercato first with other blogger friends last weekend. This is defiintely for night people like me who can’t wake up early on weekend mornings. 🙂
It was also the launching night of Midnight Mercato at the Bonifacio Global City last Friday so there was a simple opening ceremony, ribbon-cutting, guests, and the likes.
Briefly to the unaware, Midnight Mercato is a weekend late night food bazaar where foodies and barkadas can hanging out and enjoy great food you can’t easily find otherwise. You can feast on a wide array of food choices from gourmet selections to ‘lutong bahay‘ (home cooked) dishes; even sosyal street food and balut included. Add to that acoustic musical performances by Rock Ed – all in an air-conditioned ‘kubol.’ Yes, that is Tagalog for ‘tent’ (as fellow blogger Alex shared).
Here are some food trip photos I’m sharing from:
After all the photos, it’s my tummy’s turn. So I got an authentic shawarma (P75) from a Mediterranean-looking guy whose booth I forgot, three Mochiko mochi ice cream, and some Takoyaki balls.
Mochiko had a very long line and was out of stock before 12midnight. That speaks for itself. 🙂
I also had a set of Armenian Lavosh Chips with Pesto Mozarella Cheese dip (P145) from the stall with a witty name of ‘5 loaves and 2 Fishes.’
I also got a bottle of Raw Honey and Organic Gourmet Rice from ‘Fresh Start‘. They’re quite pricey actually but I know mom would love the brown rice while I use the honey as sugar substitute in my morning milk (there goes the revelation). 🙂
There were a number of media outfits and got to spot some celebrities including Mara’s Mom in ‘Mara Clara‘ , Ashlee Gosengfiao, Sarah Meier (I think), Mercato Centrale guy RJ Ledesma, and others. I also spotted Anton Diaz and wife Rachel at the Human Nature booth.
I wanted to try so much more but I can only take in so much having come from a full dinner at Rai-Rai Ken a few minutes before going to Mercato Centrale.
There were also other food finds which caught NomNom’s fancy and instantly became a favorite.
Watch out for that post coming out next week including my predictable Mochiko review. 🙂
Moreover, I got some tips from foodie friends and is looking forward to try the following in my next visits:
Off Beat Burger‘s Krispy Kreme Burger, Ravioli’s of Natalia, and the Angus Beef Tapa Rice Toppings, among others.
I also got news from Antin Diaz’s blog that Bale Dutung will start tonight @ Midnight Mercato! I’ll have to wait a little longer though as I will be going to Thunderbird’s Resort in Rizal tonight and I’ll be at the Pyromusical competition in SM Mall of Asia tomorrow.
Check out more about Midnight Mercato and Mercato Centrale here.
Midnight Mercato happens every Fridays and Saturdays at Bonifacio Global City from 11pm to 3am the next day. They are located at the corner of 31st and 9th streets (vacant lots between Serendra and STI Fort). Mercato Centrale day market continues Saturday and Sunday 7am to 2pm.
Upcoming Treats: Goodles & Mercato Centrale
November 20th, 2010 — Appetizer, Beverage, Bonifacio Global City, Casual, Cravings, Cuisine, Dessert, Fusion, New Brews, Promos / Events, Restaurants, Street Fare, Taguig, Where To Eat
Goodles Noodles & Mercato Centrale
Goodles Anniversary Promo
Goodles is celebrating its 1st anniversary on November 24, 2010 and they are sharing an anniversary promotion. From 11am to 9pm, three (3) of Goodles’ best selling pasta tubs will be sold for P100 only during various times. (see photo below for details).
Check their online pages as well at facebook.com/ilovegoodles and ilovegoodles.com .
Mercato Centrale
We have the market-style foodie destinations Salcedo Market (Saturdays) and Legaspi Market (Sundays) both in Makati City. While on the other prime business district of Ortigas in Pasig, is Banchetto.
And then there will be Mercato Centrale – Bonifacio Global City’s answer to the weekend’s demand for great meals and food adventures. nomnomnom…
“Inspired by the outdoor markets of Mercato Centrale in Florence and the Boroughs Market in London, Mercato Centrale at Bonifacio Global City is an innovative weekend lifestyle market with unique, great tasting food finds that you won’t find anywhere around the metro! Mercato also has an extensive selection of healthy and organic fruits, vegetables and livestock, all located in a clean, comfortable, well-ventilated and organized setting.” – http://www.mercatocentrale.ph/