The birth of a new Republiq was on Thursday June 17, 2010, bring out the red carpet!!! It was definitely one of the best parties that we have attended of 2010 as everybody who was anybody was there dressed to impress for a private black tie event with an open bar starting from 7:00PM. From the gliteratti to the paparazzi, we managed to squeeze ourselves in the middle. By the time we got there around 11ish, the place was completely packed to capacity including a few local celebrities and international models.
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Thank you everybody for making the launch of Kalinka a success. This upcoming Sunday at the Legazpi Market on V.A. Ruffino corner Legazpi Street will be our 6th week and we have managed to consistently sell out on all of our products. Read on to find a testimonial about Kalinka.
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Bully Boy Burger by ARMY NAVY Burger + Burrito = PHP 235.00

Are you hungry yet? The Bully Boy Burger of Army Navy Burger + Burrito was conceived to feed a battalion! Army Navy opened its first branch at Tagaytay on March 2009 and has conveniently now come to Makati in the spanking new Glorietta 5. We sampled a selection of their offerings from quesadillas to burritos and fries and were quite pleased with the outcome. It came as no surprise that this establishment is owned by none other than Yellow Cab who have an amazing Dear Darla Pizza.
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One of the best Chinese restaurants in Manila that taipans are known to frequent is the Hai Shin Lou Seafood King Restaurant on Arnaiz Ave. (Formerly Pasay Road) in Makati. This restaurant boasts a seating capacity of 270 people with 5 Private Rooms for an intimate party and a selection of dishes fit for a king from their well renowned specialties like Peking duck and steamed crab with garlic to exotics such as mantis shrimp, sharks fin, abalone and the blue dotted fish. This combined with attentive and knowledgeable staff, spacious minimalist interiors, ample parking and valet make it a great place to appreciate Chinese food.
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A food trip to Tagaytay is no trip at all without a visit to one of the greatest restaurants in the Philippines – Antonio’s! It was Aksana’s first time to visit this fine dining restaurant serenely situated along the rolling hills of Tagaytay.
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Buon Giorno’s Balinese Bed

If you are looking for an authentic Italian restaurant in Tagaytay, you don’t have to look any further than Buon Giorno at the Cliff House along Aguinaldo Highway. Aside from a diverse selection of antipasti, pasta, and pizza, they also offer a comfortable al fresco dining experience. Make sure to reserve the Balinese bed ahead of time as it is the coziest seat in the house! While you are there, you may as well indulge in a Fling frozen yoghurt for dessert.
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The Summit Ridge Hotel stands ten stories high above the Tagaytay Ridge and offers commanding views of Taal Volcano and Lake. It is conveniently located opposite a renowned Tagaytay landmark Josephine’s Restaurant. As it is a Robinson’s Land development they have also built a promenade with a Robinson’s Supermarket. We arrived at 12:15PM and did not have any difficulty checking in ahead of the standard check in time of 2:00PM.
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Tagaytay is at the top of our list for a weekend getaway from Manila due to the fresh mountain air, spectacular views, short travel time, choice of restaurants, and activities. If you are heading up why not consider the Summit Ridge Hotel? The Summit Ridge Hotel opened its doors in June 2009 and is a modern and conveniently located hotel on the ridge. We simply reserved a room the night before, packed a few essentials and were on the way at 9:00AM the following morning!
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Antonio’s, Tagaytay

A Romantic Getaway to Tagaytay: Start off with shopping for your Lady at the Debenham’s Outlet Store at Paseo Greenfield City, then have a quick snack at Ryuma Ramen before checking into the Summit Ridge Hotel. Lounge by the poolside with chilled Shochu before a leisurely dinner at Buon Giorno at the Cliffside. Top it off with brunch at Antonio’s Breakfast before heading back to the city!
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Tears For Fears Live in Manila – May 2, 2010 @ none other than the largest indoor arena in Asia – The Araneta Coliseum. This was a eagerly anticipated concert that has been overdue for the past 25 Years. Philippine fans have been patient and resolute and proved their devotion by showing up en masse! Not just 10,000 people but a sold out full capacity of 25,000 kababayans with a few foreigners in the mix including one Belarussian!
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Gelatissimo is the new Gelateria and Cafe located on the 2nd Floor of the posh Greenbelt 5. The brand originated in Australia and has grown to dominate the Australian market and has recently branched out to South East Asia and luckily for us Cebu and Manila!
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Have you tried Durian? It is an ethnic Filipino fruit from Davao that is commonly known in South East Asia as the King of Fruits due to its robust size, menacing thorny husk and pungent aroma. Rather than buying a whole durian which may range from PHP 250-600 and could take a week to consume, you may now easily buy it in shake form at one of Manila’s Fruit shake stands – Thirsty?
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Amici was a quaint Italian Pizza/Pasta/Gelato Restaurant that has had its home in Don Bosco Makati since I was growing up in Makati. It was previously owned by Don Bosco under the operation of an Italian priest named Don Amici and has since sold out to Red Ribbon and succeedingly Jollibee. We recently had the opportunity to revisit.
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Orchard Road located in SM Mega Mall recently opened in February 2010 and is aptly named after the main shopping and entertainment district in Singapore. The concept was developed by the same financiers of California Pizza Kitchen and provides a better food experience than Makansutra located at Manila Ocean Park. Orchard Road serves classic Singaporean fare influenced by the indigenous Chinese, Malay and Indian communities that live there.
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