‘ll say this right off the bat: you’d have to be an idiot to not like this place. Unless you’re from Hong Kong, you have no right to say, “This is some fucked up shit they serve here.” They pretty much serve more-than-edible Chinese food at incredibly reasonable prices — plus they open until late at night! People usually get ... Read More »
Tag Archives: J. Abad Santos
Ristras Greenhills: So Close
f you’re looking for one of the better Mexican food in Manila, you don’t have to look far. Ristas first opened in Greenhills and opened a second branch in The Fort, which Marc visited a while back. I veered away from the usual Mexican stuff and tried some other menu items. Now, let me say this right off the bat: ... Read More »
Mann Hann: Back to the Familiar
ne of my default restaurants has been Mann Hann along J. Abad Santos. But I haven’t been there for quite some time now. And sometimes, it’s just wanting to eat something familiar as opposed to trying out something new. So let me share what my typical orders are in Mann Hann. First is a Sate Chami. Chami is Chinese for ... Read More »
Kanzhu Hand-Pulled Noodles: It’s All About the Noodle
great piece of carb can really be as sexy as a great slab of meat. Fresh, pure, firm. Well, you get the picture. But the point is, a really high quality carb, whether it’s a noodle, spaghetti, rice, or a risotto, can really make or break a dish. It’s a dish in itself regardless of the sauce or topping. So ... Read More »