On my way to school, I always pass by the same street every single day and traffic will always be there no matter what time or wherever I am. I guess, as long as I'm still in the Philippines. Pfft! Every time it's traffic, its good to be in a place where your mind and eyes can go out and explore things. So one of my discoveries one traffic afternoon was this newly opened small resto along HV Dela Costa St. Salcedo Village in Makati. The place is called Manila Maki.
To be honest, upon entering the place, I would highly commend the artistic mind behind it. The place, was for me, fascinating. They used newspapers as wallpapers and the ceiling was high making it seem as if the place was very spacious. However, the crew then was not as welcoming as the place. Again, this is just based on my experience. You might have experienced something else but for me, it was quite disappointing. Knowing that they we're still on soft opening back then. Anyway, as excited as can be, I asked which dishes were their best sellers or highly recommended rather. Then I ordered the top four dishes. Upon arrival of our orders, BOY was I very happy. The presentation was really nice. It was plated well and they all look very yummy. So we started digging in. Being a fan of Japanese cuisine, I can't claim that I'm an expert but I could definitely say which is yummy from which is not. I was intrigued and excited all at the same time because this was Japanese cuisine infused with Filipino cuisine. The first bite I took was with their california Maki. Pardon me if I could not recall the exact name but here's how it looked like:
To be honest, upon entering the place, I would highly commend the artistic mind behind it. The place, was for me, fascinating. They used newspapers as wallpapers and the ceiling was high making it seem as if the place was very spacious. However, the crew then was not as welcoming as the place. Again, this is just based on my experience. You might have experienced something else but for me, it was quite disappointing. Knowing that they we're still on soft opening back then. Anyway, as excited as can be, I asked which dishes were their best sellers or highly recommended rather. Then I ordered the top four dishes. Upon arrival of our orders, BOY was I very happy. The presentation was really nice. It was plated well and they all look very yummy. So we started digging in. Being a fan of Japanese cuisine, I can't claim that I'm an expert but I could definitely say which is yummy from which is not. I was intrigued and excited all at the same time because this was Japanese cuisine infused with Filipino cuisine. The first bite I took was with their california Maki. Pardon me if I could not recall the exact name but here's how it looked like:
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| California Maki |
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| Look how nice this is! |
So there, after a few bites, well it tasted alright. Definitely not SUPERB but it was just right. Maybe I was expecting much or expecting a taste that is unexpectedly good. or something out of the ordinary taste. But there was just too little difference from the typical one. next that I tried was their salad. Again, i'm so sorry if I couldn't provide you with the exact name of the dish. i just wanted to forget the whole not-so-good slash not-so-bad experience.
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| Salad |
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| Tempura |
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| Tofu |
Well, bite after bite, I realized that the sauce was made out of sesame oil. However, it was not a good feeling for someone to be eating a salad that's practically dripping with oil. Although the oil maybe less evil as compared to other dressings, I guess the amount of oil seasoned on the veggies we're a bit too much making it all soggy and soaked in oil.
And this was the last struck I guess. I was then, on diet that's why maybe I opted for mainly protein. I was heartbroken. The tempura was also soaking wet in oil. That was when I requested for a glass of cola. I usually could eat without the softdrinks rush or urge but this was different. I couldnt dare to take another bite again unless I wash out all the previous tastes and oil stuck in my palettes.
Before giving up on this resto, I tried the tofu we ordered. In all fairness, without the very thick and oily breadings, it was fabulous. Sinfully delicious as they say.
So here comes the bill and I just couldn't not bear that they charge that much. just for food that I couldn't even finish.
Overall, here's my rating: (5-highest; 1-lowest)
Place- 5
Crew/Quality of service- 3
Food- 3
Price- 3
Again, let me just say that this is based on MY experience.
And before I forget... OUTFIT POST! This is what I wore that day :) sexy, sleek, black and gray effect.
And this was the last struck I guess. I was then, on diet that's why maybe I opted for mainly protein. I was heartbroken. The tempura was also soaking wet in oil. That was when I requested for a glass of cola. I usually could eat without the softdrinks rush or urge but this was different. I couldnt dare to take another bite again unless I wash out all the previous tastes and oil stuck in my palettes.
Before giving up on this resto, I tried the tofu we ordered. In all fairness, without the very thick and oily breadings, it was fabulous. Sinfully delicious as they say.
So here comes the bill and I just couldn't not bear that they charge that much. just for food that I couldn't even finish.
Overall, here's my rating: (5-highest; 1-lowest)
Place- 5
Crew/Quality of service- 3
Food- 3
Price- 3
Again, let me just say that this is based on MY experience.
And before I forget... OUTFIT POST! This is what I wore that day :) sexy, sleek, black and gray effect.
That's about it =)
Til my next post!
Ciao Bellas,
Alex
Taray! Congrats sa blog!
ReplyDeletethanks rick ;)
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