Its Chowtime At Johnny Chow

Last May 17, after a meeting in Camp Aguinaldo together with my Dad and husband we headed to New Resort World for lunch. It is a posh mall in front of the Villamor Air Base, Pasay City. This mall is classy and if you love to play in a casino then you will surely love the place. In fact, if you find Podium and Greenbelt a bit classy as most of the stores are top of the line then NRW is the same, maybe even more.

Anyway, we went to New Resort World simply because we wanted to try Johnny Chow. The first thing that you will notice when you are there is how eccentric the interior décor of the restaurants. It makes you feel giddy, happy and excited for the food. After all, if the place is so nice then most probably the dishes are also as good as the ambience, unless I am just being foolish again.

Thankfully, I was not mistaken, as the foods are as good as the place. By the way, I wasn’t really that surprised as I was expecting it especially since the posh restaurant is co-owned by Marvin Agustin, the actor and restaurateur. FYI the man also co-owns John and Yoko, Marciano’s and Sumo Sam. I think! There other popular restaurants that he has his hands on, I just forgot the names.

Birthday Noodle P325.00 (The yellow thing is a quail egg coated in flour)

Back to Johnny Chow, apart from the ambience and eccentric decors you will also find the waitresses as crazy looking as the place. Yup! The girls are wearing wigs of different colors, like in some Japanese cartoons wherein the character wear funny costumes and it definitely add touch to the overall feel of the place. The chairs have faces of popular personality, I even think one chair looks a bit like Ai Ai Delas Alas, you be the judge when you visit the place.

Happy Valley P 275.00 ( Salad)

Gengis Khan P 310.00 (Crunchy, sweet but soft inside)

The foods are fusion of Chinese, Korean and Japanese, and definitely taste just right. I think every meal is tasty, so much that my son loves all of it, particularly the chicken that is crunchy, sweet in the outside but soft inside. If you like ice tea then do not forget to order one, it is just P108.00 and you can drink all you want.

Heart and Soul Beef P 385.00

Steven Seagal Salmon P 395.00

Yang Chow Fried Rice P 295.00 (the rice comes with 3 slices of chicken)

So, if you want a taste of something good, eccentric but wonderful all rolled into one then Johnny Chow is the restaurant to be… It is simply chowtime at Johnny Chow!

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Best Tasting Carbonara At Nuvo

I love food, and together with my favorite foodie buddies (My Kids) we have discovered another exciting resto in Greenbelt 2, Nuvo!

Nuvo is a favorite hangout of local celebrities, well-known personality in politics, arts and business. If you want a serious place, romantic and just different from your usual restaurant then head to one of Makati posh Mall and let yourself, relax and unwind, while eating unforgettable meals.

My Nuvo experience consists of different pasta, as we order three of their best pasta dishes. If there is one pasta dish that I would never forget it is there Carbonara, super creamy and yummy.. Until now, I have not forgotten the taste and you bet! I would keep coming to this restaurant, as this is the BEST I ever had.

Elisha enjoying the free hot bread... Yummy, free free and free twice...

I cook Carbonara, since it is one of my favorite dish and so when I dine out, I often order it as well, and out of all Carbonara’s I have tasted here in the Philippines and my travel abroad, I must say… This is the first time I have eaten a pasta that I have not forgotten the taste… you must try it to believe me, highly recommended and hats off to the chef.

Carbonara P435 + 10 S.C

Putanesca P 375 + 10 S.C



For the ambience, Nuvo is perfect for romantic dinner as every table has candles. For wedding anniversary, proposal or you just want to treat yourself then have candlelight dinner or lunch in a place, where everything seems just right.

Bolognaise P 425 + 10 S.C

You not only enjoy your time savoring comfort foods but also enjoy free bread that is just out of the oven. Yes! There are free breads served hot, perfect with the butter that comes with it, I wonder what brand it is? So, the next time you are in Greenbelt 2, do not fail to visit Nuvo for a great meal and ambience.

Robotayaki Up Close And Personal

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 – This is the day that when my definition of a good Japanese restaurant/bar changed, as there is no doubt that Robotayaki rendition of a Japanese restaurant will surely make me go back again and again.

Robotayaki is a Japanese restaurant and bar that definitely serves Japanese food that is very different from what you grow up with, as food prepared artistically. In fact, you will even hesitate touching your food, as you will be ruining a work of art. However, the food alone is not the only thing that makes people go back to the place but the different but very cool design of the restaurants. After all, where in the Philippines can you find a resto with flooring consists of nothing but glass? Yup! You got it right, you will even be afraid to walk for the first time for fear of shattering it, if you so much as jump or run.

The other interesting about Robotayaki, which my kids and I really love is the way the bathrooms created. Just look at the photos below, as pictures can explain easily what I wanted to convey.

(The bathroom has a TV and when i was inside, it was showing Voltes V)


The ceiling made of bulb is another thing that makes the entire place worth visiting. The creativity of the people behind the creation of Robotayaki clearly seen not just with food they serve artistically but also with the design of the place.

(Ceiling covered with bulbs)

By the way, if ever you decide that Robotayaki is a must try place, please think twice before ordering their Maguro Pizza, it is freaking spicy hot… My kids and I were laughing hard trying to douse the taste in our mouth since it feels like it is burning. If you are brave enough, then order one and taste for yourself.. Don’t’ say, I did not warn you!...

Fresh Maguro Pizza P 250.00 (Spicy Hot)

Oh, one more thing, do not get intimidated about the place it may be the hangout of the stars and well to-do people, but the food in the menu will surely surprised you as the price are just affordable. In fact, some of the restaurants in Makati like the one we had dinner prior to transferring to Robotayaki, has even pricier menu. However, do not expect the servings to be big as ‘small’ portion is what you will get. Thou, I have not tried their main course as we already have dinner and just went there for dessert and to check out the place, so on my next visit I will know for sure…

Mango Cheese Cake P322.72 (Yummy!)

Chicken Yaki P 145.45 (BBQ)

Mango and Strawberry Shake P 131.82

If you want a nice place to visit, something out of the ordinary then Robotayaki is worth checking out…

(Just hanging out with my kids)

Ps: Robotayaki is located besides Manila Penisula, along Makati Avenue.