Uplifting

It’s not everyday that I get to do brisk walking around the UP Academic Oval. Being with trees and sunshine inspires me to get moving and stay positive amidst life’s challenges. 

The street food scene at the university uplifts me each time. The carioca, fish balls, and kwek kwek filled me up and made me feel young again. 

I got to watch Paillim, one of the movies featured in the recent Sinag Maynila film festival. The movie featured a fictional family who lives in a public cemetery, and their struggles to make ends meet- literally. 

Since I was already at UP, I maximized my visit by dropping by the Vargas Museum to recharge amidst art by Amorsolo, Hidalgo, Luna, and Edades, among others. 

Before going home, I had early dinner with my helper Racquel at Malingap Central, a hip food park near home. We had mushroom burger steaks from MushEat Lite, a vegetarian kitchen. We loved our food, and it was best paired with Siam Yum’s delicious Thai milk tea. 

It was also an honor to meet the man behind Malingap Central, Pino, Pipino, The Burger Project, and Breakfast and Pies, PJ Lanot.  

It doesn’t take much to make me happy. Art, film, healthy eating, and conversations keep me motivated to live my best life. Here’s to more uplifting experiences to come!

Manila Creamery

After my awesome meal from Quixote, I bought dessert from Manila Creamery, which was also located inside Malingap Central. 

I’ve been hearing good things about this brand, so I decided to give it a try.  

There were so many unique flavors to choose from. 

I gave in to the Quatro Leches Cake. I paid Php120 for a single scoop. 

IT WAS DELICIOUS!

The flavors didn’t outdo each other, and yes, there was enough cake to make this ice cream a chewy, unforgettable delight.  

I will be back, Manila Creamery!

Quixote Paella

Last Monday, I had lunch at Quixote, which is owned by Cholo and Tricia Ancheta. I met this lovely couple during my Banaue trip, and when I found out that they have a Spanish kitchen near my house, I knew I had to try it out!

It is conveniently located inside Malingap Central Food Hall, am air-conditioned food park with parking and clean restrooms. Those factors alone were enough for me to try it out!

Their affordable menu features Spanish’s favorites. I went for their paella x salpicao combo for only Php340. I chose the carne paella because I’m really carnivorous and hungry! 

I had no regrets with my order as it was good for one person. There was also great service, and a hip playlist!

The paella and salpicao were both delicious and filling! It was great value for money and the food was one of the best I have tried in the Maginhawa neighborhood. 

Presentation was also excellent! I paid for a quality, delicious Spanish meal that looks as good as it tastes. 

I put the salpicao on top of my paella and it was awesome. 

Congratulations Cholo and Tricia! I had a delicious meal. I will be back!