Foodtrip Mon-DATE

Justin wanted to try the newest Dessert Buffet in Banawe. So on his birthday celebration last week, he asked me if I wanted to give it a try the week after. And being a sucker for sweets and desserts, I didn't think twice and accepted the invitation. I wanted to have a light dinner first so as to not aggravate my stomach's situation (I was having a bad tummy the whole day!)

FIRST STOP: The Pit, Dapitan

It was really a no-brainer choosing Shrimp Cocktail Salad (Php 75) for my light dinner. You know how much I'm a sucker for shrimps so no doubt I enjoyed this salad dressing dipped shrimps with lettuce and tomatoes. And it's a plus factor that I did not have to peel the skin off or even ask Jeric to do it for me. :)

Justin ordered The Pit Burger (Php 95). I did not have the chance to take a bite on his burger since I wanted to go light that night(yay for the rhymes!). But instead, I took a munch on the potato chips that served as the side dish.

When I asked him how was his burger, he said "Okay lang.." and my interpretation was "So hindi masarap?.." and he just laughed.

SECOND STOP: LOVE DESSERTS


I don't know what it is with desserts but it it really gives me a different kind of jittery feeling and excitement whenever I see one. It brings out the kid in me. Who doesn't, by the way?

On this table, you can see a variety a of desserts and sweets, from Halo-halo, fruit salad, graham cake, fresh fruits, tuna empanada, brownies, more cakes, cream puffs, sylvannas, ginataan and a whole lot more.

Waffles, truffles, ciabatas and other pastries are also available for your convenience.

 Ian will agree on me if I say that this is my favorite dessert of the night! I ended up eating three of these! It was so good that I even went for a fourth round! Haha! It's crushed graham, whipped cream and cherry on top combined perfectly for my satisfaction. Yummy!

They also had a crepe section where you can choose among peaches, strawberries, blueberries and banana as your stuffing. I must say that I like their crepes better than Buffet 101.

 And of course, a dessert buffet without a fondue wouldn't be complete. But I guess, if they make this a Strawberry Fondue instead of chocolate, it will appear more unique and attractive. #justsaying

 Their ice cream is in partnership with Big Scoop. One of the best ever tasting ice cream in the metro. I was a non-conformist that night so instead of going for the usual chocolate ice cream, I decided to give Buko Pandan a try, but it was not the taste that I expected.

 It's okay for a 199-peso buffet. Though my expectations aren't met (I was hoping there would be more variety and choices for the cakes, jello shots plus a leche flan was not in my sight that night!), it's still worth a try.

Pasado na sa "Okay lang. Pwede na" but I will definitely come back for a second try.

And just a reminder for lactose intolerant people, you might want to slow down on your Milk Tea intake. TRUST ME ON THIS ONE.

THIRD STOP: Causeway, Banawe


And it was one unusual night out after all, what kind of crazy people eats dessert in between meals, right?

Nothing beats Chinese food on a rainy Monday night. Justin and Ian, being neophyte customers of Causeway surely had satisfied stomachs that night. Ian enjoyed eating his dumplings while Justin on the other hand had fun gobbling on the chicken feet. It was truly a feast for the five of us. :)

Causeway is known for its 9pm sale (30% off on dimsum carts except hakaw), the reason why it becomes really crowded during this time. And thank you to my good friend Alvin Tsoi, who is the son of the owner,  for providing us reservations despite the short notice and fresh fruits to take our umay away. :))

To Jeric, Justin, Erika and Ian, can we please make things right next time? If you know what I mean! :)