Crocolandia

I have been so busy lately and wasn't able to update  this blog, there's so much I want to share with you guys. There's Sophia's UNO and Trick or treat Experience... But for today, I want to start with our trip to Crocolandia.

w/ the kiddos

It's a mini- zoo here in Cebu. Hubby and I thought it would be a nice experience for Sophia and Kuya Icee to get in touch with nature and be more familiar with animals.

It was a sunny and lovely day to go on our mini family field trip...

We saw varieties of mammals, birds and reptiles.

And got upclose with the most popular crocodile in Crocolandia, the mighty and very huge 6 meter crocodile "Lapu-lapu" . Although we were standing quite far from it, we were still scared, who would blame us. reptiles especially crocodiles are not really very friendly looking. Stressing on NOT...

Except for this one...

Inside the museum

It's a fun family trip. We got to bond and learned a few things about nature together.... The one that's not painful in the pocket. 

Entrance fees:

Adults - 100 php
Children 11 yrs below - 50 php
2 yrs and below - free

You can give them a visit at:

Crocolandia

Biasong Talisay City

Contact No. 273-1842

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” – Mark Twain

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FAMILY FUN

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Yummy Chicken. Chosun Chicken

Who doesn't love fried chicken?

I've not known any individual who despise it. Me on the other hand, is a fried chicken addict though not as much as when I was a kid, when all I remember having for baon is fried chicken, they used to tease me that I'd grow feathers of too much eating it. 

A few months ago, my younger brother told me that he discovered a new Korean restaurant who sells juicy, yummy, spicy chicken. And recommended me to try it.

There's no better way to do it but to try it with good friends. Also in time for Julius our very hard working Dental assistant's birthday :)

We went there July. Aaaah! this is such a late post but better late than never right.

Korean Style fried chicken, double fried and glazed. 

We dined at their Foodland Banilad Branch. They already have quite a few, in Lahug, Mango Square and in Mactan, this I have to see because I live in that island but never saw one. Maybe its located in beach areas, I don't know. But when I find that branch I will give an update.

We ordered their signature chicken, Chosun Chicken, thus the name of their restaurant and half of  the serving, spicy Gochu Chicken. We were glad to know that it already came with 2 servings/cup of rice. for Php 550. And Beef Bulgogi. 

The chicken was D E L I C I O U S! super. I got hooked. I had to go back and bring hubby to taste it and he was very happy I brought him because he loves chicken and spice.

Side dishes were served as well, coleslaw and what seems to be a raddish salad.

Though we only ordered 2 menus, their servings are huge. We even had plenty of left overs left. (happy me)

The waiters were very accommodating and attentive. The food was excellent. Their chicken is one of my new favorites now.

3 Damsels with the Birthday Boy :)

Go try Chosun Chicken and tell me how you find it :)


Happy Eating :)

PhoebeCarla 

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More of our Foodie Adventures here:

FOOD TRIPS

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Abaseria

A few weeks ago, hubby asked me out on a lunch date. I wouldn't pass spending a delicious meal with my lovie because having lunch dates with him is almost non existent since his workplace is 2 hours away from the city. So when he asked me out because he was around the clinic's vicinity, I was super duper kilig and happy... hahahaha

We both love Filipino cuisines but hate crowded places, so we decided to dine at ABASERIA which is located at 39-B President Roxas Corner Congressman Noel Streets Villa Aurora Kasambangan Cebu City. When we got there I was surprised that it looked different now, the last time we were there was back 2008, but I love the new renovated Abaseria just the same. It still has it's native Filipino motif, the place is cozy and very homey.

They display a lot of  Filipino goodies from native hats, bags, home accessories to delicacies and if you find one for your liking not to worry because they are for sale.

The food was delicious and the service was great.

I forgot to take note of the prices but we will be going back there soon to try their best sellers, adobong bangus belly, seafood monggo soup, tofu with chilli, Chicken Pork Adobo, Humba Filipino, Baked Ribs with Ginger, and Lechon Kawali.

 Ah.... too many to try still we will definitely go soon and have this post updated. :)

Me and my Date

Go and visit them.

Abaseria Deli and Cafe Kasambagan Cebu City Philippines
Address: 39-B President Roxas Corner Congressman Noel Streets Villa Aurora Kasambangan Cebu City Philippines
Telephone Number: +63(32) 2344160

PhoebeCarla 

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More:

FOOD TRIPS

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Spring Park Mountain Resort

Before the rainy season began we made a last hirit trip to Springpark Mountain Resort to have a last hurrrah for summer. Truth be told, I guess this was the only summer fun we had with Mr Sun. Life caught with all the summer planning, we were crazy busy. I was busy with two weddings, coordinating those events is tedious plus the fact that I work full time, whatever extra time I have I squeeze in the wedding planning, so yeah, it was crazy hectic for me.

We traveled 1 1/2 hours from Lapu Lapu City to Toledo, but from Cebu City I think it will just take you 45 minutes to get there.

It has a serene ambiance, it's nature all the way. The Mountain,The tall trees and the humming birds, makes it conducive for meditation, soul searching that type but for our family who's into family bonding we like to just chill, eat, talk and laugh till our tummy aches, well we can still do that here.

There's  No restriction with carrying in on foods and drinks so webrought a lot of food that day but most importantly we had 1 whole lechon for ourselves, this family loves good food, and our healthy beautiful bodies can't deny it. LOL.

It was pretty hot that day prolly 37 deg C, dipping in their very cold pool was such a good idea. Their pools were fed from a mountain spring the Meposas.

The first person who swam there was Sophia and she was the last one to get out too...  Ah, my little Mermaid

Ah.... what a wonderful short trip we had. So Nice to reminisce espcially on rainy days like this. Makes me miss the sun. 

Springpark Mountain Resort, Cantabago, Toledo City, Tel 325 2044, 
Cel 0920 365 5909.




PhoebeCarla

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Family Fun

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Dong Juan

I've been away the blogsphere  for so long,  Boy, it's so nice to be back making a real post. :)

I mentioned last time that Lappy died on me right? And that's the reason I wasn't around. Well, She is not going to resurrect anymore as much as I want too. She's been with me for 4 long years and it's hard not to be emotionally attached to her. It feels so sad not to have her anymore. Anyways, before you think I'm weird I'll skip the whole drama and give you a delicious post for my come back. Weeeeeeeew!!! too many posts waiting to be published.

Have you been to Dong Juan?

The first time I tasted their Chorizo Pasta, I got hooked. The following weeks I can't stop craving for it. Seriously. Unlike me hubby is not a pasta person, good thing, Dong Juan serves super tasty burgers. And Hubby is a big fan of burgers. That gave me the reason to drag hubby to Dong Juan. I tell you he got hooked too...

So... we drag the two kids along. My nephew, Kuya I and our princess Little S. We went to the newly opened branch at the new mall Insular Square Mandaue City.

Their food is worth your money. As in sulit. A delicious meal that wont hurt our wallets.

As usual, I ordered Chorizo Pasta. I just can't get much of it. I'm super addicted to it. Even Maury, loved it.

Chorizo Pasta P99.

And of course, Mr burger ordered double Cheese burger.

Kuya I, had Cheese Burger. Yesterday , he just told me we have to go back. According to him "That's the best burger I have ever tasted"

Cheeseburger 119

 Little S munched on their fries...

We all had the famous lemon Ice tea in their unique bottles. It looks so cute, I wanna bring the bottle home heheheh....

Boy the food was so good, I'm thinking of going back there today already. This is another personal fave food joint of mine. 

I'm giving it two thumbs up.... But don't just take my word for it... Go and try it out for yourself.

Phoebe Carla

Dong Juan Branches:

Dong Juan Guadalupe (Main Branch)
Dong Juan Persimmon MaboloDong Juan One Mango Avenue

Dong Juan A.S Fortuna

Dong Juan Insular Square

Dong Juan Crossroads

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Rainforest Park Cebu: Oceanarium Restaurant

"Family always comes first, second to God of course, And every week, I'll save a day to share about our week. I know someday Little S will thank me for this one.And I know someday I will love myself for making this one. You are always welcome to come and visit. And maybe drop some love along the way"  :) 

Maury has been busy with work for the past few weeks and he kind of want to spend and make up for the times he didn't come home or if he does come home, me and Sophie are already asleep. Sophia misses her so much, if you remember I posted it here. I also miss hubby, I miss the little talks... We barely have 10 minutes of talk last few days. In one of our conversation he said,

"I wish money grows on trees."

I wish it too.... Don't you too? So we could spend more time with our love ones.

Anyways on the happy lighter note, Last Sunday night we went on a road trip to find a place to bond and eat. We ended up going to Rainforest Park Cebu because Sophia saw the Lion in their signage. She's obsessed with lions and she can't stop roaring.

Rainforest is a nice place for families to bond, it offers a different mix of entertainment. It has cafes, an Oceanarium Restaurant, Jungle adventure, and salon. I love the ambiance of the place, it's relaxing but what I love most is that it promotes nature and animals. 

We didn't have the chance to really explore the place since it was already late and we were all hungry so we went straight to the Oceanarium Restaurant.

Yes. She was dancing while waiting for us to go in

Inside. Love love their aquarium walls

Finally our food was served. But it was disappointing. The food taste OK/ so so BUT the price was ridiculously high for a so so food. We paid almost 1K for this. Not worth it.

My recommendation: go there to view the oceanarium,  you Just pay 50 pesos entrance fee. But go somewhere else to eat.

LOCATION: Ayala Access Road, Mabolo Cebu City
WEBSITE: http://www.rainforestparkcebu.com/

We didn't enjoy the meal but at least we enjoyed the hammock and kids enjoyed the place.

Daddy, Little S, Me and my nephew Kuya I

My Nephew Kuya I

In effect of not enjoying the food, we ended up buying shaved ice and icecream after. 

All in all, we had a wonderful night. Kuya I and Little S got to see the fishes and other animals up close. Daddy wasn't feeling so guilty for working so hard anymore now that we got to have a quality time. Me, I'm happy to see my family happy. I value experience more than any material possession and I want Little S to grow up remembering these happy and fun moments together. That lasts forever...

PhoebeCarla 

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Playtime with Sophia: Dave's Funhouse

"Family always comes first, second to God of course, And every week, I'll save a day to share about our week. I know someday Little S will thank me for this one.And I know someday I will love myself for making this one. You are always welcome to come and visit. And maybe drop some love along the way"  :)



We had a great weekend last week, Me and hubby played with our little girl at Dave's Funhouse. We went to the mall to window shop for new air condition and do a few errands since the weekends are the only free time we have to do all that. Of course, Sophia tagged along. We bring her anywhere we go if we don't have work since it's also the only time we get to spend with her longer.

When we passed by Playroom, it almost break my heart to see Little S looking at the other kids who were playing inside. She was pressing her cute little face at the glass walls, her eyes were glued to the toys and she pointed out "Look Mommy. Friends (pointing at the kids)"

Sophia is our only child and the only kid she plays with is Kuya I, my brother's son who is already 9 years old, sometimes they get along sometimes not, Kuya I is already in the stage of acting and feeling like "they know it all" and he thinks Sophia is a baby and too small to be a playmate. They are   "loving cousins"  but just couldn't relate with each other when it comes to playing, which explains Sophia's excitement to play with other kids her age or at least closer. 

I want our girl to grow up normally, play and associate with other kids. So, we dropped all the "to do list" for the day and registered Sophia at Dave's Funhouse and registered ourselves too, to play with her. Thankfully they allowed us to get in because some would only allow one guardian per child inside.

They are located at the SM Northwing 2nd floor. Near Smile and Dental Spa. 

We paid 80 pesos for 30 minutes. Plus 15 each for Me and Maury. We bought socks for 25 pesos since they require it inside. If you want to go here, I suggest you bring your own socks because the ones they have are  in my own opinion overpriced for a super fine socks. 

But, I like how clean the place is and I like that they have friendly stuffs who assisted  us and who acts as referees when the playing gets too harsh.  

The play set-up is like a mini village complete with a fire station, police station, hospital, house, salon, market and fast food chain. 

Here are few pics of our playtime.

Our 30 minutes playtime was all worth it. She had a great time I can tell because she was always hugging and kissing me and Maury after. That night, I had a good sleep. I was very tired, more tired than Sophia, she was still very energetic until 10 pm. Gosh, I need to exercise to keep up with my two active lovies. Maybe because I'm already turning 30 this week. hmmmmm... 

How I wish money grow on trees so I don't have to work and hubby too, so we can spend time with Sophia. 

Just a wishful thinking... 

I can stare at this happy kid the whole day.

PhoebeCarla

The Big 3-0: Oyster Bay

My Birthday is on February 6. But my birthday celebration has already started.

Last friday Jan. 20, I celebrated my 30th birthday with my dear friend Ann who turned 30 herself last Jan 7, we met halfway to celebrate together along with good friends who are like family to both of us.

Ann and I have been friends for 6 years now, we started as dentist associates and now we are business partners but more than that we are very very good friends, heck I see her more than Maury, so we're basically family, we are sisters.  I only have few friends but I'm so proud to say that I'm surrounded with wonderful people who cares and loves me. Ann is one of those friends, I can tell her anything good or bad and she knows I only mean well and it's vice versa. No pretentions, we can tell each other anything and we know we are not judged. 

Yes we are 30... and fabulous still... Remember age is just a number. :)

We dined in at Oyster Bay. I love it there, especially when you are going to do a lot of catch up with friends. It has a good ambiance, a beach set up with coconut trees, sands, a lagoon and sharks. Yes sharks but only small ones and harmless. 

I'll give you a little tour first.

Tables with umbrellas are located nearest to the lagoon where the sharks are. The floor is covered with white sands. If you want to have a romantic date with Hubby, this place is really nice, you can star gaze together, have private sweet conversation and when 7:30 pm comes for fish feeding, you can go ahead and  feed them together. 

You can choose where to eat, they have tables inside the air conditioned room which can accommodate 80 people, or you can dine al fresco style like we did. 

Since Cebu is still hype with Sinulog, thus their centerpiece.

We were a group of  8 and we all fit in their low, orange, and very comfy couch. (which I wanna take home together with the outdoor table with umbrella) 

Dr. George, Julius, Jao, Ann, Yads, Danver, Me and Hubby

We filled our hungry stomachs with these:

If you want to know more about Oyster Bay, visit their website here.

Short Chika.

Dr. George: Wala lang jud hibali Carl noh mu 30 ra jud diay mo. 

Me: As in. I can't believe I'm 30, I still feel like I'm 21...  

I remembered when I was still 23 fresh from Dent School, fresh from passing the licensure exam, I would have all my patients age 30 up to have their BP's taken. They always give me a shocking face, dropped mouth "WHAA"

I always ask them if they have maintenance drugs for Hypertension and Diabetes, again the shocking face and dropped mouth "WHAT"

Now, I'm 30 and I understand. 30 isn't that old pa diay noh? hahahaha...

Anyways, time for some birthday wish...  I'll blog about it soon

 

Happy Birthday to us.

More birthday post coming soon...

PhoebeCarla