Bulgogi Brothers serves the Beef Bulgogi Platter at Php995

The Korean invasion started with the burgeoning popularity of K-Pop, Koreanovelas, and of course, the food. And with this comes Bistro’s authentic Korean restaurant, Bulgogi Brothers. Inspired by the flavorful cuisine from South Korea, Bulgogi Brothers aims at nothing less than the best in Korean food.

Bulgogi Brothers joins in the Filipino tradition of holiday rush and Christmas madness, with sharing platters perfect for groups of friends or families just hanging out and having casual talk over lunch or dinner. Bulgogi Brothers presents the Beef Bulgogi Platter, the ultimate trio of Bulgogi Brothers’ fine selection of Korean barbecue good for three to four persons served with six side dishes and tea of the day. This platter is available in two options. Platter 1 consists of L.A.-style short ribs, strips of bone in beef short ribs marinated in the special bulgogi sauce, beef top blade seasoned with the original herb-infused BBQ salt, and rolled beef brisket seasoned to perfection. Platter 2 consists of best-selling short ribs marinated with Bulgogi Brothers sauce, tender cuts of beef top blade seasoned with our original herb-infused BBQ salt, and rolled beef brisket seasoned to perfection. Both platters are available at only Php995 per platter.

Bulgogi Brothers will definitely satisfy all your Korean-food cravings this holiday season as they offer these sharing platters from December 1 until February, available in all five branches at Greenbelt 5, SM Mall Of Asia, Alabang Town Center, Harbor Point, and SM Lanang Premier. Drop by any of your Bulgogi Brothers branch and celebrate the Christmas spirit in Korean flavors.

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Celebrate Christmas with Max's Holiday Party Package and 4Sharing Meals

Preparing a full Noche Buena certainly takes a lot of time and work. For a stress-free Christmas Eve, order Max's Holiday Party Package. Perfect for gatherings of 10 to 12 guests, Max's is serving two of our favorite sarap-to-the-bones Max's fried chicken, Lumpiang Shanghai Cater tray, an option of either Pancit Luglug or Pancit Canton Medium cater tray and to cap off that perfect meal--the said package includes 12 pieces of Max's Corner Bakery freshly-baked mini Ensaimadas. These delectable Max's Holiday Party Package is good for take-out and delivery from December 16 to January 5, 2014. OFW's abroad may also send these Max's Holiday Party Package to their relatives in the Philippines by logging on to Max's official website: www.maxschicken.com

For small group of families and friends, there's Max's latest 4Sharing meal-- featuring succulent fork-tender Max's Crispy Pata for an awesome holiday indulgence. Delight in a feast for the senses with spectacle, smell, and exquisite flavor of Max's Crispy Pata paired with a choice of either Sizzling Tofu or Chopseuy, steaming rice and a cool glass of iced tea or Pepsi for only Php799. This offer is good at any Max's branch nationwide from December 1 to 31, 2013. 

Unique Christmas Gift Ideas from Mrs. Fields

Catch the perfect gift for the merriest of seasons with Mrs. Fields. Mrs.Fields elevates the traditional Christmas gift giving to a whole new level of luxury with a treasure trove of awesome Mrs. Fields cookies, as well as a fine selection of personalized huge cookies. Gift givers who prefer to put an extra touch may customize their messages or dedication (they can even put in their company logo for giveaways) on giant cookie cake. Just place your order at least three days in advance for an affordable, stress-free gifts that'll surely make the receiver happy with your unique gift. 

Fill your Christmas table with a lavish spread of Mrs. Fields festive goodies in special Christmas gift packaging, each elegantly presented in totally cute gift box or tin cans. 

Mrs. Fields has a vast array of tin cans and Christmas-inspired boxes too so you can choose what catches your fancy. Mrs. Fields has a fine selection of bakery delights, pastries, gingerbread style lollies, brownie nibblers and other holiday goodies meant to satisfy your discerning sweet tooth. Nothing beats eating cookies with abandon. It's such a great feeling knowing we are doing it like Cookie Monster, the role model for many cookie makers and eaters. 

Visit Mrs. Fields branch nearest you. Visit www.mrs.fields.com.ph for more information. Like them on Facebook, and follow them on Instagram @mrsfieldsph

Jollibee Launches Buttered Corn and Mashed Potato Side Dishes for Jollibee Chickenjoy Bucket Treats

Jollibee-- Filipinos' well-loved fast food chain recently launched two new side dishes: buttered corn and mashed potato, to make eating our all-time favorite Jollibee food--crispylicious and juicylicious Chickenjoy all the more enjoyable. We absolutely loved both side dishes the minute we've tried them. The buttered corn with a sweet buttery taste will surely be enjoyed by kids and those kids-at-heart. On the other hand, the mashed potato's got a creamy consistency--almost melt-in-your-mouth will delight all Jollibee fans. Both side dishes goes perfectly well and complements eating Jollibee's Chickenjoy. 

As if that piece of good news isn't enough for all Jollibee aficionados and loyal customers, Jollibee also now offers budget-saving Chickenjoy Bucket Treats in time for the Yuletide season. 

Jollibee's Chickenjoy Bucket Treats include 8 pieces of yummy Jollibee Chickenjoy, 4 cups of rice, 4 new side dishes (2 mashed potatoes + 2 buttered corn kernels), 4 chocolate or strawberry sundaes and 4 regular Coke for only Php599! It's such an affordable meal for a family of four and it's so perfect for delivery and hassle-free Noche Buena tradition for Christmas day. 

If you'd like to enjoy the said awesome meal on your own, the Chickenjoy Super Saver Value Meal is your best bet, its got 2 pieces of Chickenjoy, 2 new side dishes, a choice of either chocolate or strawberry sundae and regular Coke for only Php169. Both meals and many others are available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for dine-in and take-out. For Jollibee Express Delivery Service, call 8-7000 or log on to www.jollibeedelivery.com (For delivery orders, for convenience, the sundaes will be replaced by Peach Mango Pies). 

TGIFridays Opens in Greenbelt 3 with a New Look

T.G.I.Fridays, popularly known for their fun and funky American-dining restaurant, talented bartenders and huge food servings that we all love ends 2013 with a big red bang as they launched a more contemporary look of their newest branch in Greenbelt 3. The new look no longer just caters to the hip and young but it goes as well as to the more conservative ages. With cozier and classic interiors comes a different vibe to the all-new T.G.I.Fridays coming your way.

They now sport what they call a Heritage Wall of T.G.I.Fridays' memorabilia which features a New York Skyline using baseball bats. T.G.I.Fridays first started in New York City and at the time playing baseball was America's past time. The new restaurant's look clearly speak of the restaurant's American culture. T.G.I.Fridays branch in Greenbelt 3 also has an open kitchen with a promise to all diners etched on their wall which says, "In here, it's always a Friday."  "That's the feeling we'd all want our diners to feel, that 'Friday-feeling' where you can leave all your worries behind and simply enjoy good food and have fun," says T.G.I.Friday Greenbelt 3 manager.

With a new spruced up restaurant look, the menu can't be left behind as they've come up with new shareable platters that'll surely please loyal T.G.I.Fridays-goers and will certainly catch the fancy of new ones. Expertly seasoned and charred-grilled courses from the Jack Daniel's Grill. They've got steaks, ribs, pork chops, chicken, shrimps, or the triple barrel. For starters, order Fridays Three for All--loaded potato skins, spicy buffalo wing and deep fried mozzarella served with sour cream, blue cheese and hot marinara dipping sauces.

For a different take on the Filipino specialty Adobo, try on T.G.I.Fridays' Southwest Adobo Chicken in Chimichurri with Chili Jalapeno Sauce, Battered Fish and Chips, and Filipino Pork Liempo. Don't forget to share them with your family and friends because it's done in T.G.I.Fridays' big servings.

If you're a burger aficionado, you'll love T.G.I.Fridays' Bacon Cheeseburger made from 100% beef chargilled patties with melted all-American cheese and crispy bacon. I'm salivating writing this and I think I heard my stomach grumbled. While you're enjoying your honest-to-goodness burger, wolf it down with legendary cocktails and knock it down with a bottomless glass of mojito. 

To cap off your hearty meal, check out the T.G.I.Fridays' awesome array of desserts that will satisfy any chocoholics and those with sweet tooth. With choices like Brownie Obsession, Oreo Madness, or the best-selling Mocha Mud Pie made from rich chocolate-almond mousse and coffee ice cream frozen in a chocolate crumb crust, you can never go wrong! 

In T.G.I.Fridays fashion, if you're lucky enough, you might just catch the talented bartenders called Stars Behind the Bar who does flair showing their bartending sklls and give guests a dose of entertainment for an even greater dining experience. As they've been known for, T.G.I.Fridays isn't only a place with friendly service, good food and drinks but also a place where one gets your out of the box dose of entertainment. 

Come and visit T.G.I.Friday's Greenbelt 3. Its got an al fresco dining area too. With big and shareable servings, there ain't no other perfect place to celebrate the coming holiday season. Experience Friday now any day of the week. 

For more information, check out https://facebook.com/welovefridays or follow them on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Fridaysphil

Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe-Katipunan Avenue's All-Day Breakfast Cafe

I remember my friend telling me, you can find anything on Katipunan Avenue. As it turns out, you can also find a cozy and homey artisanal bakery and cafe that sells awesome breads and cakes with an all-day breakfast meals! Zip into a swanky and jazzy bakery-slash-cafe, a welcome addition to the vibrant repertoire of new establishments sprouting across the metropolis.  Known for its old shop name Monsee's, Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe has a casual dining ambiance.  

Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe practices the traditional way of baking breads--meaning, they do not use shortcuts and other chemical additives. Each flavors and ingredients are fully developed. Thus, nothing less than premium ingredients are used. The breads are hand rolled and baked with love in small batches so you can be assured of its freshness and safety. In fact, there's an open baking area which allows customers to see how some of their products are being made. 

Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe boasts of a unique menu of an assortment of artisan breads such as breadsticks and Spanish breads which Monsee's is widely known for. They've assembled a menu of fresh and exciting items that appeals to urbanites who are usually on-the-go but still very healthy. They also have various Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe signature sandwiches like the Waldorf Salad Sandwich (flaky pastry with the Christmas colors of red and green apples, chicken and chopped walnut fillings) and their Breakfast Burrito Wrap (tortilla filed with breakfast sausage, hash browns, scrambled eggs and baked tomatoes served with ranch dressing), or better yet, try their yummy Chicken Caesar Sandwich--made from grilled Cajun chicken and lettuce in Caesar dressing topped with poached egg, bacon and parmesan cheese on baguette.

 Adobo aficionados will also be delighted to know that they have an Adobo Pulled Pork Sandwich--an honest-to-goodness pulled pork adobo with fried kesong puti, lettuce and tomato on baguette. If you want something with egg, there's Pork Adobo and Kesong Puti Omelet to satisfy your adobo cravings. For no frills sandwich, the Hot Ham and Cheese is your best bet. This one's made from flaky pastry filled with Canadian ham, Gruyere and pickles topped with a rich bechamel sauce. These all-day specialty sandwiches are served with french fries and a side salad. 

Those looking for something new should try Harina Artisan Bakery's unique Breakfast Tart (puff pastry filled with eggs, spinach, roasted tomatoes and bacon) or our personal favorite, Bloomin' Bread. Take your meals to the next level with the Bloomin' Bread (round Italian pull apart bread that's good for sharing) filled with basil puree and an assortment of melted cheese. It's truly an experience eating the Bloomin' Bread especially when you dip them in balsamic vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil. It reminds me of my Ukrainian boss Vlad's favorite snack. I've learned to love breads dipped in balsamic and olive oil because of him. I highly recommend the Bloomin' Bread to anyone who checks out Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe. 

To perk you up the entire day, Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe have different versions of French Toasts to choose from: a cheerful medley of Peanut butter, Banana and Chocolate French toast (wheat honey walnut French toast stuffed with creamy peanut butter, sliced bananas and chocolate spread) or the sweet Strawberry Cheesecake stuffed French toast (cheesecake-filled brioche topped with whipped cream and strawberry preserves).

For something a little more filling, Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe also offers Filipino breakfast staples such as Homemade Corned Beef with garlic fried rice, Lukban Longanisa meal with fried rice and Bangus Belly with salted eggs and tomatoes + fried rice. 

If you're looking for something with a little more to kick in, they also have the all-time favorite Eggs Benedict (Ciabatta topped with Gruyere, Canadian ham, poached egg and hollandaise sauce), and Biscuit and Gravy (fried chicken fillet, bacon, baked tomatoes and biscuit topped with a special gravy), and lastly,Vegetable and Cheese omelet is also available. 

Of course, when it comes to breakfast, the classic fluffy pancakes topped with whipped butter and syrup should never be left behind. Nutritious and healthy choices are also made available via the Muesli with Fruit selection. Those with sweet tooth would also be happy to note that Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe have an assortment of cakes on display to cap off their meals. 

For beverages, they feature an assortment of hot and cold drinks: Cafe Americano, Cafe Latte, Cafe Mocha, Cappuccino, Hot Tea (choice of chamomile, earl grey, English breakfast, peppermint (my personal choice!) or lemon ginger), hot chocolate, Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe's signature Iced Tea, red iced tea, frozen hot chocolate and apple pie smoothie. 

Take yourself on a comfy breakfast at Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe, and enjoy their delicious menu offerings and awesome selection of breads and pastries. Be it for lunch, merienda (snack), dinner, or for a late night cap, make Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe your destination of choice. 

Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe by Monsees Artisan Food Commissary is located at 118 Katipunan Avenue Extension, Brgy. White Plains, Quezon City

Store Hours: 6AM to 9PM from Mondays to Sundays

Call (+632) 3526721

For more info, log on to www.harina.ph

Disclaimer: I am not compensated for this post. Opinions and impressions expressed are my own.