Chateau Surprise!

Every weekend, my mum takes my brother and I out to eat some place nice. As much as I'd like to try something new, we always end up either eating at Cibo or Mamou. I'm not complaining though because every meal I have in both restaurants are always consistently great. Consistent when it comes to the food and the service. 

However, today for lunch we decided to eat at Chateau. Or at least what used to be Chateau, but is now called "Cafe 1771". I was so surprised because I haven't been in that branch in El Pueblo for quite sometime. 

I loved everything about it. I loved the food and the service. Most especially the interiors and ambience! 

I really loved all the little details they added after renovation!

Instead of serving the usual bread and butter, we were served popcorn. 

Soup of the day was Creamy Asparagus Soup.

I ordered the mango shake which was pretty good if you liked a bit of milk in your drink. Notice how there isn't any straw in my drink? Pretty cool how Pasig city is embracing the Green movement and is now prohibiting plastic. 

Handmade Ravioli - Filled with button mushrooms and ricotta cheese, tossed in extra virgin olive oil and herbs.

Pasta Chorizo - Spaghetti tossed in chorizo sauce reduction and parmesan cheese.

Spaghetti with Roasted Tomatoes - With extra virgin olive oil, roasted garlic bulbs and parmesan cheese.

For dessert we ordered, the Espresso Cheesecake and the Valrhona Chocolate Caramel Cake which did not disappoint at all. 

Valrhona Chocolate Caramel Cake - Layers of caramel mousse, chocolate biscuit & chocolate ganache. 

You can never go wrong with chocolate and caramel put together. So if you're a fan of melt in your mouth cakes, I suggest you try this. :)

The food is kind of pricy but totally worth it! I know all the dishes we ordered consisted of pasta, but if you're a fan of lemon chicken like I am, their version's real good too. 

Cafe 1771 - a sweet saturday surprise! :)

CAFE 1771 - located at El Pueblo, Ortigas Center (across The Podium)

Tel no. 631-7340

*Didn't get to bring my camera, so photos were taken with my iPhone.*

Born This Way Ball

So on May 22, 2012 I had the chance to watch Lady Gaga again for her second visit in the Philippines. Her tickets were incredibly pricy so I didn't even bother buying it. But thankfully, I got to experience the concert at the VISA PLATINUM SUITE at the new Mall Of Asia Arena for free. :)

Inside the VISA Platinum Suite Lounge. 

Lady Gaga was really good live! It was my second time watching her, but this time around she was so much better! The set was amazing and her vocals were really good too. All in all such a great concert. :)

SUPER YUMMY FOOD!

My favorite were the risotto balls that had a cheesy surprise in the middle. :")

Me and my brother Josh after the concert.

Yes, we are wearing the same color. 

This usually happens and we only find out once we're out of the house. Talk about Unagi! 

Unagi: Total state of awareness.

It was no question why both her concerts were sold out. 

The concert was amazing!

I felt like such a VIP thanks to VISA. The suites have separate entrances in the back so you won't have to worry about the crowd. The suites give out really yummy food and beverages. Everything is just so secluded in one box, you feel like you're having a private concert all to yourself. 

The platinum suite will be used for VISA promotions and lucky card holders will have the chance to experience all the perks that come with it for future concerts and shows at the arena. 

So what're you waiting for little monsters? 

Use your VISA card now!

And if you aren't using VISA, I suggest you switch now. ;)

(Couldn't bring my camera inside so all photos were taken with my iPhone, so sorry if they're not as clear.)