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Dining In/Out (03/03/22)

Eastwood Caf茅+Bar serves dine-in guests again

EASTWOOD Richmonde Hotel鈥檚 Caf茅+Bar is back to serving dine-in guests, with three special offerings that celebrate good food at great value. Plus, options for indoor and al fresco dining, visitors can choose their kind of safe restaurant space. The daily breakfast buffet is back, being served from 6 to 10 a.m., at the discounted promotional rate of P500 nett per person. In the evenings there is Bites & Brews, which offers an assortment of bar chow at the self-serve stations, which can be paired with one鈥檚 brew of choice, be it coffee, beer, or cocktails. The bar chow includes South American fare like Peruvian Chicken and Birria Tacos, Neopolitan pizzas, grilled sandwiches, and DIY dessert pies like peach almond, apple, and tablea smores. Bites & Brews is available every Friday and Saturday from 3 to 10 p.m. Lastly, end the week with a Pinoy-themed buffet every Sunday. From lechon to sugba and sutukil 鈥 sugba (grill), tuwa (stew), and kilaw (raw seafood in vinegar) 鈥 the buffets are sure to can satisfy one鈥檚 yearning for comfort food at P825 net per adult and P450 net per child aged six to 12 years old, inclusive of iced tea. Toddlers five years old and below eat for free. The Sunday Buffet Fiesta is served every week from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For inquiries and table reservations, call 8570-7777 or 0917-821-0333.

Richmonde Hotel Ortigas presents gastropub concept

AFTER a prolonged hiatus due to the pandemic, Richmonde Hotel Ortigas welcomes diners back to a new concept to re-introduce its after-office specials: the Richmonde Gastropub. It is serving an all-new menu of gourmet bar food including Queso Fundido, Shrimp Scampi, Pulled Pork Quesadilla, Bangers & Mustard Potatoes (choice of veal bratwurst or Hungarian sausage), and Blue Marlin Ceviche. Former best-sellers like Angus Burger, Beef Salpicao, and Gamberoni Pizza are also making a comeback to pair with wine, spirits, or a cocktail. The gastropub also serves its very own handcrafted caramel and butter beer (non-alcoholic). Featured cocktails include the Deconstructed Mimosa, Little Kiss Crusher, and the ever-popular Sangria. The Richmonde Gastropub serves unlimited wine pours for two hours straight for P800, and guests receive a free bottle of local beer for every four bottles ordered. Richmonde Gastropub opens daily from 4 to 10 p.m. on the 2nd floor of Richmonde Hotel Ortigas. For inquiries and table reservations, call 8638-7777 or 0917-534-4352 or e-mail [email protected].

Mimi & Bros cooks up a Lenten special

JUST in time for Lent, Mimi & Bros is offering its newest Big Fish Sandwich. The Big Fish Sandwich features a hefty fish filet, breaded and crisped, with the special house blend tartar sauce, in slightly toasted buttery brioche buns. Available for P275, the Big Fish Sandwich comes with a side of hand-cut fries. The Big Fish Sandwich can also be enjoyed with the barkada or with the family in the special Mimi & Bros鈥 Munch Box for P950. Mimi & Bros is at Crossroads, 32nd St, Bonifacio Global City. It is open for al fresco dining. For delivery, message Mimi & Bros on Messenger on , through Viber at +63 945 798 5176, or find Mimi & Bros in Grab, Foodpanda, Dingdong, and Pick.A.Roo.

Pizza Hut opens new Delco Store in Makati

PIZZA Hut customers in Makati City and nearby areas will have more options with the opening of a new Fast Casual DELCO branch along one of the City鈥檚 major thoroughfares. Customers can order for delivery or dine-in and take-out by visiting the store located at the ground floor of Panama Bldg., No. 117, Kalayaan Ave. in Brgy. Cembo. A Fast Casual DELCO branch is a Pizza Hut restaurant where customers can dine in or order for delivery or take-out. The newly opened store in Makati City marks Pizza Hut鈥檚 56th DELCO unit nationwide. To view the full list of operational Pizza Hut branches nationwide (dine-in and DELCO branches), visit .

McDonald鈥檚 offers the Flavors of Asia

THE FLAVORS of Japan and Korea are back for a limited time at McDonald鈥檚 with the Flavors of Asia. It brings back fan favorite Japanese and Korean-inspired meals: the Ebi Burger, boasting of a tempura-coated shrimp patty paired with tangy Thousand Island sauce and lettuce, and the K-Chicken Burger, a crispy chicken filet with creamy cheddar cheese and served with kimchi and gochujang dressing. Both burgers come in black and white sesame seed buns.

Greenwich unveils new seafood offerings

GREENWICH is introducing two new savory seafood offerings to its menu, but for a limited time only. The Cajun Shrimp Overload Pizza and Creamy Shrimp Spaghetti are Greenwich鈥檚 own spin on its pizza and pasta favorites. The Cajun Shrimp Overload Pizza has a crust topped with cajun sauce and is loaded with seasoned shrimps, mushrooms, green bell peppers, sauteed onions, and three types of cheese. A nine-inch double-size pizza is priced at P319. The Creamy Shrimp Spaghetti has creamy aligue (crab fat)-flavored sauce with shrimps and mushrooms, and is topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. A solo serving is priced at P109, while a shareable pan good for three people is priced at P240. Greenwich鈥檚 newest pizza and pasta flavors are available on , via #5-55-55 hotline, Greenwich Barkada Messenger, GrabFood, Foodpanda, take-out, or for dine in. The list of Greenwich stores can be found here: .

Convenience store sells Suntory drinks

THIS YEAR, FamilyMart is leveling up the Filipino drinking experience with its extensive line of wines, spirits and beers which now includes Japanese alcohol brands and flavors. The store鈥檚 latest offering includes a line of drinks from Suntory, a popular brand of Japanese alcoholic beverages. This includes Strong Zero Beer, a Japanese chu-hi, which is a shochu 鈥 a traditional Japanese liquor made from barley or grains 鈥 mixed with carbonated water and different flavors. Also offered under the Suntory line is Haroyoi, a chu-hi beverage known for its sweet peach and pear flavors and vibrant colored cans. Meanwhile, Lemon-dou, another chu-hi drink from Japan, is also part of the lineup. This drink is made from crushed lemons and brewing with alcohol. The popular Japanese drinks and imported wine and spirit selections are now available in FamilyMart鈥檚 largest store located at the ground floor of Udenna Tower in Bonifacio Global City. The items are also available for purchase through the GrabMart app.