Pan de Donuts

These days, a lot of companies are competing against one another especially if it comes to food. Let's take for example the doughnut. In my country alone, big names such as Krispy Kreme, J Co, Dunkin' Donuts are just a few of companies offering and specializing in this sweet treat. Long before Krispy Kreme and J Co invaded the country, the old time favorite Dunkin' Donuts is the most popular. Now, with the presence of these other international companies, the competition is at its finest.

Last weekend, as I was passing IT Park and bought some bread in Pan de Manila, I noticed a display of cute pastry. There was this one that looks like the Alcapone of J Co. Then as I read their posters, the Pan de Donuts is the newest addition of the company. I was not able to try one, maybe next time. At Php 38 per piece, one can already have a taste of Pan de Manila's newest product.

Shamrock Bakery and Restaurant

If you are looking for a place to buy some pasalubong (souvenirs) here in Cebu especially if you are looking for some delicacies, I would recommend visiting Shamrock Bakery and Restaurant. There are about 5 different branches here in Cebu wherein you can buy some of their pasalubong goodies.

Plus if you are planning to have a vacation here in the Queen City of the South,  they also have a pension house with affordable rates. No need to worry about where to eat too because they also have a restaurant which serves meals in affordable prices.

Last night, we headed to Shamrock located in Fuente Osmeña's Circle. This is also the place where the pension house is located. We ate our dinner there but too bad, I was not able to take a picture of the food that we ordered. Anyways, we ordered their barbeque meal which costs Php 60.00 inclusive of three barbeque sticks, one rice and a glass of iced tea. The combo was great plus the barbeques are bigger compared to other barbeques.

Here's a sneak peek of the prices:

Shamrock has been one of the leading pasalubong centers here in Cebu. Whenever I visit my hometown in the south, buses make their stop over in Shamrock Barili. I usually buy some of their bread and munch on my way. :D

Locations (source from their website.)

Shamrock Fuente
Honoria Paras Bldg.,
Fuente Osmena Park
Tel. No. 238-5464

Shamrock Mabini
#3 corner V. Gullas and A. Mabini streets
Tel. No. 255-2997
Fax No. 412-1066

Shamrock Capitol Area
#0269 Don Gil Garcia St.,
Capitol Site
Tel. No. 255-4478

Shamrock Mactan
Quezon National Highway,
Pusok Lapu-Lapu City
Tel. No. 340-2112

Shamrock Barili
Sergio Paras Bldg.,
South National Hi-Way,
Poblacion Barili-Cebu
Tel. No. 470-9235

La Vie Parisienne

Living in the heart of Cebu, one can explore and discover a lot of things and places to go to if your curiosity will just tickle you up.

After a week of work, my teammates decided to check out La Vie Parisienne located at Lahug right beside the French restaurant, La Maison or otherwise known as the Pinkhouse. La Vie Parisienne is a French bakery, deli and wine library.

As we opened the door, the smell of their famous croissants welcomed us. Other French breads are also available as well as different kinds of cheese, macaroons, chocolates, olive oils, wines, and many more. 

After ordering, we settled ourselves in their garden. And I'm telling you, I felt like I was not in Cebu at that time. LOL. Replicas of cherry blossoms made me feel like I was in Japan. haha 

Somewhere in Asia,
<3 taraloutea