Mysterious, Magical, Fantastic, One of a kind! – These are the words that I use to describe Bacolod’s newest watering hole – The Trap Door Tasting Room. This unique place ...
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Enter The Trap Door Tasting Room: An amazing Magic-themed Pub!
Mysterious, Magical, Fantastic, One of a kind! – These are the words that I use to describe Bacolod’s newest watering hole – The Trap Door Tasting Room. This unique place is the first Magic themed pub in the Philippines. Filled with illusions, gimmicks and magic-related stuff, there’s no place like it in the Philippines! Getting to […]
The Market Pub
Whenever you hear the word “Pub” the very first thing that you’d associate with that word is “beer.” And yet in Bacolod, there’s this one surprising Pub that specializes more in “dinner” than “drinking”. It’s the amazing Market Pub! The Market Pub is Located inside the Market Place near Bacolod’s New Government Center. It’s a […]
Visit the new Quan Bacolod!
What’s old is new again as the newly renovated Quan La Salle opens it doors to the public! All of your favorite Quan products are here in their lovely new branch that has a striking new appearance! The main branch located at #3 La Salle Avenue Bacolod city contains both a nice little cafe/dining […]
Ban’s Breaktime Alley: Authentic Binondo Cuisine
Ban’s breaktime alley is a new Chinese restaurant located at D-1 2705, Narra Avenue, Capitol Shopping Center Bacolod City. Ban’s tries to bring to Bacolod the taste and the flavor of authentic Binondo Cuisine. The interior of Ban’s is bright and well lit. They have big glass windows that lets the diners see into their […]
Two Pans Cafe & Resto
Two pans is a newly opened restaurant in Bacolod that’s extremely popular with the younger generation. They’re located at O residences, Lacson street, Bacolod City right beside Robinson’s Bacolod. The interior of Two pans is really nice and inviting. The whole place has a Greek/Mediterranean atmosphere due to to the rustic wooden chairs, the tiles, […]
Lechon Haus Bacolod
Lechon haus is a new restaurant in SM Bacolod that specializes in Lechon and Lechon derived dishes. We went to take a look a few days after opening day so that we could skip having to deal with the crowds. We liked what we saw. Their kitchen is enclosed in glass and visible to […]
Rare Spices and Ingredients in Bacolod.
Mix&Blend is a shop that we especially like due to the huge amount of condiments and baking equipment. This ship is owned by Lerie M. Jereza and is located at Yakal street, Brgy Villamonte, Bacolod City near shopping. They deal mostly with exotic and rare ingredients. If you’ve got friends who love to cook […]
Manhattan’s Fleet Gastropub now open!
Come and visit the new watering hole in Bacolod that is literally making waves. Manhattan’s Fleet Gastro Pub is now open! We visited on a cloudy afternoon right during opening time to experience their great food, beer and ambiance. Manhattan’s Fleet Gastro pub offers the widest selection of beers in Bacolod as well as a […]
Go American with Gunny’s All American Burgers
If you’re looking for a great burger fix look no further than Gunny’s All American burgers. Tucked away on C.L. Montelibano Avenue beside the La Salle elementary gate, Gunny’s is Bacolod’s best hamburger restaurant due to its authenticity, value for money and great American themed food. Gunny’s All American burgers was established by Gene Jackson […]
Drone Flying in Bacolod.
For milennia, man has looked to the skies and dreamed of flying up and away into that infinite sea of blue. With the progress of technology and the advance of mechanical engineering it is now possible to enjoy that dream of flying in your very own back yard. In Bacolod City, a group of enthusiasts […]
Bodega Grill: Comfy little restaurant
We’re always on the look out for new and interesting restaurants for our readers- and this time our latest food find is Bodega Grill! The inside of the restaurant is very simple but clean and functional. There is limited seating so be sure to come early if you are coming on the weekends to avoid […]
Fifty years of James Ham
Preparing a Christmas Ham is a tradition that dates back to Yuletime celebrations by the early Germanic people. Due to intermingling of cultures and traditions we Filipinos have appropriated this “ham culture” into our holiday celebrations. Christmas and noche buena is simply not complete without this beloved treat. For Bacolenos – there’s a special ham that’s […]
Med Mansion Mediterranean and Indian Cuisine
The awesome Med Mansion has re-opened in a new location that is now easily accessible! Check out our previous review HERE. We are very glad that they have opened again and that they are bringing their awesome food to the city of Bacolod. Med Mansion is a restaurant that serves awesome Indian and Mediterranean dishes. This […]
Illusion Brewery: Turning Dreams into reality.
Beer – the oldest alcoholic beverage and the third most popular beverage in the world after water and tea. Filipinos consume a lot of beer, in fact we are considered to be the world’s third heaviest beer drinkers¹. Beer production in the Philippines is mainly done by two big companies – San Miguel Corporation and Asia […]
Kitchen Happiness: Food made with Love.
In Talisay City, Negros Occidental – there’s a little store/restaurant that draws crowds of students and adults. The adults come for pasalubong and treats while the students come for the inexpensive meals and to hang out. Meet Kitchen Happiness (VTN Food products) – the brainchild of two partners – Vivien Mae J. Canja and Teodoro Niel L. Nicol. […]
The best Ice scramble in Bacolod!
One of my favorite memories from childhood is rushing outside after school to have a treat of “Ice scramble” or shaved ice. Back then a man would grate a block of ice on top of a metal grater and hand to you tiny plastic cups filled with a combination of crushed ice, milk and syrup. […]
Awesome new dishes at Chef Carmine’s
We’ve previously written about Chef Carmine’s restaurant and now he’s come out with awesome new dishes that are absolutely delicious! Chef Carmine’s restaurant is the only authentic Italian restaurant in Negros Island run and owned by an Italian Chef. His pizzas and dishes are made with a mix of traditional and modern flavors. First up, […]
Das Bürgery: Now open to serve you!
We’ve previously written about Das Bürgery, the elusive, hard to catch stall at Ayala’s weekend markets. Well, for fans of their burgers – they have finally opened up a store where they can serve you burgers anytime you want! No more waiting for weekends – Das Bürgery’s new store is located at the Monfort Motors […]
Puntos restolounge : Affordable meals and gaming.
A game shop combined with cheap affordable food? That sounds like a winning combination. G5 – a collectible card game store has teamed up with Puntos to create a place where people can play their games and have good food at the same time. Located at B.S. Aquino drive, right in front of the Redemptorist […]
Viber Cafe Bacolod: Good food and a tongue-in-cheek nod to social networks
Viber Cafe has just opened in Bacolod! This cafe is the brainchild of one of the most well known Chefs in Bacolod – Jun Celis. Chef Jun Celis is a former cruise ship chef and owner of the popular Virgelio’s which serves the cheapest and most-value for money buffet in Bacolod City. Why did […]
Ribshack: A full dining experience.
Ribshack is a food stall located in the second floor food court of 888 Chinatown square premiere mall and now they’ve open a branch in SM Bacolod. It serves baby back ribs like other rib restaurants in Bacolod. Unlike these other places that specialize in only ribs, Ribshack offers a lot more on their menu […]
Roli’s Cafe is back!
Many Bacolenos and La Sallians fondly remember Roli’s. Built and established in the 1940’s, Roli’s has been a fixture of life for many people. I fondly remember after school merienda at Roli’s where my aunt would order Roli’s chicken sandwich and Pancit Malabon. Does anyone remember the ballet school located beside Roli’s? After merienda, I […]
Bypass Bistro
Bypass Bistro is a new restaurant located at The Billboards – corner BS Aquino and Lacson Streets. This restaurant was created by a group of friends who decided to go into the restaurant business. They have some interesting concepts and ideas – trying to elevate the standard bar and pub food into something more classy. […]
Sant Jordi Burgers at the Bacolod weekend market.
There’s a stall in the Negros Farmers weekend market that everybody flocks to – it’s the Sant Jordi stall that sells really good burgers and tasty rib sandwiches! Every weekend – the shop opens up and Mr.Hans Schulze and his dedicated crew spend the day flipping burgers. Their stall always draws a crowd eager for […]
PASPIZ: Pizza and Pasta Corner.
PASPIZ is a new restaurant in Bacolod that serves Pasta and Pizza at affordable prices. It is the brainchild of former BACA culinary school instructor Uwe Markow. Uwe thought it would be a great idea to bring together two things that Bacolenos love. Pizza and Pasta. It’s a small restaurant. It’s perfect for merienda/snacks. […]
8cc Sisig House
A restaurant that serves sisig inspired dishes – that’s 8cc Sisig house! 8cc sisig house was conceptualized by a group of doctor friends who wanted to try their hand at the restaurant business. They decided to serve sisig since it’s a popular comfort food for then whenever they have a rare opportunity to dine out. There’s quite a few items […]
The First Visayas Cosplay Summit!
On March 5- Bacolod hosted the very first ever Visayas Cosplay Summit! To legions of anime fans and cosplayers in the Visayas – this was the chance that they were waiting for – to show off their costumes and to cosplay as their favorite character! Read about it here!
Chef Carmine Restaurant: A taste of Italy.
Are you a fan of Italian food? Good. Because an awesome new Italian restaurant has opened in Talisay city in the most surprising of places – at a Phoenix Gas station! Right in front of the Phoenix gas station is the swanky The District (by Ayala malls) therefore making it easy to miss this awesome little […]
The amazing fantasy art of Ramon “Monztre” Puasa Jr.
We’re proud to bring to you today an interview with one of Bacolod’s finest digital artists and illustrators – Ramon Puasa JR. Ramon skillfully blends traditional painting with technology and creates beautiful fantasy illustrations for clients overseas. Ramon, a.k.a Monztre is best known for his illustrations in several international award winning card games and video […]
365 Modern Cafe – featured in the 12th edition of Lonely Planet’s travel guide to the Philippines.
Lonely Planet is one of the world’s most trusted and best selling travel guides. During the creation of their 12th edition travel guide to the Philippines they visited Bacolod and awarded three restaurants with a prestigious star. Among these restaurants who received their star rating is 365 Modern Cafe. 365 Modern Cafe is a simple, […]
Buffalo’s Wings N’ Things is now in Bacolod
Buffalo’s Wings N’ Things – a new franchise restaurant is now open in Bacolod. They’re open at the Billboards (corner Ramos street – Lacson) and they’ve got extremely good things on their menu. Their restaurant has a very trendy urban appearance. It is cool and inviting. The restaurant also has an outdoor bar area where […]
Red House Taiwan Shabu-Shabu is now open in Bacolod!
Red House Taiwan Shabu-Shabu is a Shabu-Shabu branch that is very popular in Cebu. They’ve now opened a branch in Bacolod City! Their branch is located at corner Lacson – San Sebastian street. Telephone number (034-4336192) We went and tried out their Shabu-Shabu! There’s a lot of people trying out the Shabu-Shabu and the […]
The best fishballs in Bacolod. Yes, we’re serious. ;-)
Almost every afternoon – a tricycle carrying a display case sets up shop at the corner of 1st street – and Lacson street, right at the corner of the SSS building. A few minutes later crowds of students begin to form disorderly queues. This is the famous fishball cart of Lacson street. The secret […]
D’Coffee Ground House: open in its new location!
D’Coffee Ground House is an extremely popular restaurant for students because of its mugs of coffee and cheap but delicious food. At night it transforms into a friendly place for people to meet and enjoy the company of others. It’s open 24 hours so if someone needs a good cheap place to have coffee, study or […]
Cojo’s Big Bites: Golden oldies – good food and music.
Cojo’s big bites is a restaurant located in the very first part of Hi-strip near Lopues East. It is a ground level restaurant which makes it easily accessible. The restaurant is unique and fun because the owners seem to have raided their parent’s vinyl record collection! Thus so equipped with their loot – the owners […]
Shawarma ni Kulas is Back!
Shawarma ni Kulas is back and better than ever! Shawarma ni Kulas is located at Lacson Street, right beside the Old Coca Cola bottling plant. Shawarma ni Kulas is the brainchild of Bong Arceo who originally started out serving Shawarma at Try mo Shawarma ko (Fairview, Quezon City.) We went there and tried out their […]
Kabbara Cafe now open at its new location at The Billboards.
Kabbara Cafe is the only restaurant serving authentic Lebanese and Mediterranean dishes here in Bacolod. We’re proud to announce that they have re-opened in the new branch at The Billboards – corner BS. Aquino Drive and 23rd street. Kabbara Cafe serves authentic Middle-eastern food. The owners husband is Lebanese and their ingredients are sourced directly […]
Captain Jack’s Seafood and Barbecue
Captain Jack’s Seafood and Barbecue is a new restaurant located at the Billboards – the newest dining spot in Bacolod. Captain Jack serves seafood and barbecue at amazing, student friendly prices! We tried out their delicious giant barbecue. This is a popular dish with generously sized chunks of grilled meat and vegetables! This is […]
L’Fisher Hotel’s Gingerbread house
Are you looking for unique and interesting gifts for your office party? Do you want to liven up your Christmas parties? Well, L’Fisher Hotel has made something new and interesting for you this Christmas with the opening of their first Gingerbread house. We were personally invited by L’Fisher’s head pastry chef – the famous frenchman Denis […]
Bamboo Tonogbanua’s Amazing Christmas Village.
Christmas in Bacolod just isn’t complete without a visit to Bamboo Tonogbanua’s Christmas Village! It is the most elaborate and most beautiful Christmas display in Bacolod. Sir Bamboo begun his Christmas Village 20 years ago and his collections have been steadily growing year after year. His home has become one of the major tourist attractions […]
Christmas Displays in Bacolod – Jerry Sy’s house.
People drive by – stop to look and gawk. Crowds throng the street snapping pictures. What is it that they’re looking at? The wonderfully decorated house of Jerry Sy! This amazing Christmas display begins from 6pm-10pm. The lights enchant and dazzle the crowds. People stop to stare. It’s simply magical! The Display is Awesome. […]
Vikings at SM Bacolod: Experience the food! Our guide to getting the most out of your visit.
Vikings at SM Bacolod is now open! We went on opening day and mapped out the place so you could get the most of your experience – Don’t be overwhelmed by all the food! Let our guide walk you along the different areas. Come visit Vikings and experience the best buffet in Bacolod -ever!! Vikings […]
2 Story Kitchen
A very interesting restaurant has opened in the City of Bacolod and it is making waves due to its food and its amazing interior design. It’s 2 story kitchen! 2 Story Kitchen is located along the Circumferential Road, Across from Lopues East – beside SM Savemore. It’s really popular with barkadas because they have set up their dining […]
D’z wings fine sauces and dips
D’z wings is finally open! Our most awaited restaurant has finally opened its doors to the public at the brand new 888 Chinatown mall in Bacolod! D’z wings specializes in chicken wings and their amazing array of flavors and dips! They’ve got every kind of dip and chicken wing sauce that can satisfy the most sophisticated […]
Sabor Bisaya 2015: Food Expo and Culinary Competition in Bacolod!
Sabor Bisaya is back! It’s a major food expo and cooking contest that brings together participants and contestants from all over the Visayas! Restaurateurs and food enthusiasts will surely go wild over the cooking ingredients, kitchen equipment, spices and food all being showcased in Sabor bisaya’s venue – SM Bacolod SMX convention center! Sabor Bisaya […]
Terrasse Bistro
Terrasse Bistro is located in Bacolod’s The District North Point (Ayala mall). We popped in for lunch one sunday afternoon and we had such a great time! The dishes are creative and absolutely delicious! It made us into instant fans of this small but awesome restaurant! The first thing we had was their squid carbonara. […]
Med Mansion: Indian Food In Bacolod
Med Mansion has moved!! Check out their new location and new restaurant here! Click this link! Finding Indian Food in Bacolod has been very elusive. There’s been a couple of Indian restaurants but sadly they’ve closed down. Well, for those who love Indian food – y’all can rest assured that there’s a new awesome Indian […]
East Bite Restaurant
East Bite restaurant is a new restaurant in Bacolod located near Lopues East at the Eastwalk, door number two. This restaurant is fantastic! This place is run by the famous BJ Uy and his friends. Whenever BJ goes into his kitchen, magic happens. We tried East Bites appetizer – Samosas with tamarind sauce! The moment […]
Nutribites – Healthy Vegetarian Food at the Bacolod Adventist Medical Center.
Get ready to head to the hospital for your next meal – but not as a patient! One of Bacolod’s most amazing restaurants is found right inside one of its Major Hospitals! Nutribites is the Bacolod Adventist Medical Center’s cafeteria and they’ve been generating a lot of online hype due to their vegetarian friendly meals, […]
Buns and Patties: Awesome burgers, sandwiches and a lot more!
We’re proud to annouce that we’ve found a new favorite restaurant – One that we highly recommend and one that has our seal of approval. That restaurant is Buns and Patties. We’ve tried all the burger places in Bacolod. Buns and Patties beats them all in terms of price, flavor and over all satisfaction. This […]
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Enter The Trap Door Tasting Room: An amazing Magic-themed Pub!
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The Market Pub
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Visit the new Quan Bacolod!
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Ban’s Breaktime Alley: Authentic Binondo Cuisine
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Two Pans Cafe & Resto
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Indian Restaurant: Curries, Samosas and Indian sweets
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Kuster’s smoked Ham and Food Hub: Ham sandwiches, bagels and more!
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Greeno’z Pizzaria: Pizza in a kubo!
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Batchoy wars: Which restaurant serves the best batchoy in Bacolod?
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Dalum Balay Burger
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Enter The Trap Door Tasting Room. | The Bacolod Food Hunters: […] brainchild of Jiggs Santiago, Paolo Sanson, Chris Laino and JM Padilla, three good friends who also run the amazing…
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Denyri Dumancas: Your review sounds interesting! How about the food prices? :) Thanks heaps!
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nowandbeyond: Yes this Beef nilaga of Saning is the dish of the gods!
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Lucia Siamoto: Hello folks, I am posting from James Ham. If you purchased ham today, August 2, 2016, before…
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