Amazing sandwiches. The best in Manila. Ice cream is very good also. Will be back to eat again and…read moretry the pastries.

For a quick late night snack, my friend, Alison and I stopped here…read more She opted for an ube cake and I got the ube ensymada. My enseymada did not disappoint! SO good! One of the very best I've ever had. Ooo. I want some right now again! :) My friend also got a coffee that she really liked. If I were living in Manila, I am pretty sure that I'd go out of my way to come here again, because there is so much to try! But, even if just to keep getting the UBE ENSEYMADA again!!!

We have Goldilocks in the US but the menus are different and the prices are as well. It is just not…read morethe same. This location in the SM Megamall is right by the door I entered in building A. There was no one in line so I was able to take my time and look at the menu. I ended up buying some cheese ensaimada, mamon, ube puto, pancit palabok and karekare. All items were generous and delicious. I get a tear in my eye when I think about how hard it is to get quality Filipino food where I live. The restaurant is very casual, you serve yourself. They call a number with your order and you pick it up. It's not the cafeteria style I remember at all but the food comes out quick. I appreciated the cleanliness of the restaurant. The tables were cleaned often and quickly once someone left.

Goldilocks... Since…read moreI was a kid, and up to now, I have always found this place just inviting.  The food is always great, the cakes are just moist and delicious, and the sweets you always close your eyes for!  It's that good!  And it has been that way from before and up to now.  No wonder, when you go inside, it's always full of people eating in or buying to take out.  And the price is reasonable. This is the Philippines, so the staff are always cheerful and helpful.  They will go out of their way to help...which is what I always use to base the performance of places I visit overseas.  So far, hands down, the adage holds: "It's better in the Philippines!"...

Whenever I am craving for dessert, I always make it a point to drop by Dorissimo along Maginhawa,…read moreknown for its selection of cakes and pies that remind me of my mom's baking. I think there is nothing unique or new about Dorissimo's desserts, but what I love about them is the fact that they taste fresh and homemade, unlike other store-bought cakes that taste obviously assembly line-made, and overwhelmingly echo the preservatives or extenders added into the batter. Maginhawa is always filled with students and youngsters, and whenever I feel like a little peace and quiet when enjoying my post-dinner tea or dessert, I like to duck into Dorissimo because it always has a hushed and subdued crowd. Coming into the store, you will be directed to the cakes du jour, and the staff are always ready to give their suggestions . You will also be offered several bags of tea from their selections, which they will then brew in a pot of your choice. The cakes pair well with their teas. I especially enjoy the mango cheesecake, which is delicate and light. If there is anything I don't like about cheesecake, it's that annoying sticky mouthfeel. Dorissimo's cheesecaky is silky and smooth. The pistachio sans rival is also restrained and not too cloyingly sweet, making it a perfect accompaniment to a mellow cup of Earl Grey.

We were greeted by the humble owner, Ms Doris, on a Saturday pig-out with peeps. When I learned…read morethat they are baking their own cakes, my enthusiasm doubled. The owner made sure guaranteed that they only used freshest and finest ingredients, no artificial sweeteners. I can attest that their cakes weren't that sweet. Although they were serving coffee, I can say that it wasn't their best product. Their coffees could further improve on the boldness of the taste, acidity and flavor. Al fresco and air-conditioned dining areas are available. Great venue to catch up with friends! Plus, one of their walls were adorned with books! What's not to love? Hihi.

OMG! I was in heaven when I went here! Never did I think that I would enjoy this place! On the…read moreoutside, it looked small and there was barely any outdoor parking. It didn't look much on the outside but inside it was actually quite cute! It has a two levels dining; very small space. They do sell many of the Baguio specialty foods. They had a small frig of cupcake and cake desserts. Too bad I didn't get to try them as I was full from our order. I came here with my aunts and uncles for merienda (snack) but it was more like a meal. Hahaha I ordered their Longanisa Bagnet Pizza and shared it with one of my uncles. It was a medium sized pizza and great for the price. It probably could fit three people but we were both hungry after all! I have never had this kind of pizza in the States and it's a good idea that I will have to try when I get home! It's a flat bread smothered with pesto sauce and drizzled with mozzarella and parmesan cheese. The meat was actually small pieces of crispy pork belly pieces like crispy pata! Man oh man was that good! I also had their strawberry calamansi lemonade which was excellent and not tart! I love calamansi and it's flavor is like a lemon and orange together. The others ordered and their plates were cleaned out so that shows it was good as well. Service was good and timely but the lady server needs to smile more. Enjoy your job man! They do offer free Wi-Fi, too. I heard this was owned by very young people so no wonder it was such a young and nice vibe in this place! I will definitely come back here! [85/100]

The boyfie and I had brunch at K&L Cafe by Blushing Cupcakes one morning…read more We ordered Garlic Beef Tapa, Messy Egg Omelette and Red Velvet Pancakes. For coffee, we both had Maple Caramel Latte. We were quite impressed with the Garlic Beef Tapa as we both love the salty and garlicky over the sweet and sugary type. I love how the generous the omelette was. We fell in love with Red Velvet Pancakes as it was almost like a cake. We both loved the coffee, as the beans they use are from Benguet. We also took home cupcakes and Baguio goodies they sell at the cafe. The service could be improved but other than that, we have no complaints. The food is amazing and the ambiance is perfect. I would love to go back here soon.

Exquisite gelato- need I say more? The cakes are to die for! It's a sweet tooth's mini paradise…read more Although the seating is limited, it goes well with the on to go items that they have such as ice cream and cake. The place is really meant for a quick drop by or sit down session probbaly after dinner, lunch or a hot day's cold mirienda. You can present your Amiici Gusto privilege card to access discounts on your visits at caramia!

The best ice cream is served here and the cake tastes good and the ferrero flavor is one of my…read morefavorites.

Purple Oven brings out the cookie and cake monster in me. I can't believe I spent all those years…read morebuying mini banoffee pie at Starbucks for my birthday cake, when all along, Purple Oven had a whole banoffee pie stored in their refrigerator, ready to order and be devoured by a pie-hungry customer at any given moment. Others might not be surprised to see familiar goods filling up the refrigerators and tables of Purple Oven, but for those who still don't know (like me, because I live under a rock), Purple Oven has been the supplier of Starbucks' cakes and pastries until recently. Now that the branch at Temple Drive has opened--ironically, right next to Starbucks too--people from Quezon City don't have to travel all the way to Makati just to get a taste of their signature cakes. Right when I entered, the staff greeted me with bright smiles and they were beyond friendly, even if I was acting like a small kid at Willy Wonka's candy shop. (I can't help it! My quest for party-size banoffee pie is finally over!) Since I already know what the banoffee pie tastes like, I ended up ordering an entire box of apple pie with walnuts and a dozen of chocolate crinkles. I have to say, their chocolate crinkles can give Becky's Kitchen a run for their money. I look very forward to coming back!

A bakery that started in Pasig and has branched out into a number of cities. I won't be surprised…read more to see more of it in and out of the Metro in the near future. Stepping into the bakery is a treat to your senses. First you'll see the wide array of baked goodness they have on display, the smell of the pastries is enough to make your mouth water and if you can't wait anymore you can always try one there, they have a small table and chair set up now. While the pastries are easier to try because you can buy one of each, the cakes are a different story, you need to buy one whole but sometimes they do have personal cakes on hand which would be more convenient for those of us who just wants to try and see if it's to our liking. What to get: Lemon Squares, Choco Banana Bread, Chili Con Carne, Ham and Cheese, Ensaymada and Cheese Roll. For the cakes you can try their Mango Walnut, Choco Lava Cake and White Sansrival.

If you're looking for a minimalistic and cozy desserts place, then Parvati may be your next…read morefavorite hangout place. They serve almost all cake flavors, from chocolate, green tea pistachio, cheesecake, mango, to creme brulee. I recommend the Mango Cheesecake, the Red Velvet cupcakes (order two, it'll be worth it!), and their oh-so-sweet White Chocolate Hot Drink. Before sitting on one of their comfy chairs, take a look at their fridge near the counter. Feast your eyes on their mouth-watering cakes and try your best not to order one whole piece. Tip: try out their salads first, as you'll surely want to gulp gallons of water if you order nothing but desserts!

Calling all sugar fanatics! You all have to try Parvati's creamy desserts; they're amazing. The…read morefirst time I went to this place, I found it difficult to choose just one dessert because I wanted to try all of them. This is why I made a compromise with myself; each time I come back to Parvati, I'll be trying a different dessert, so I can pick a favorite. So far, my favorite is the Chocolate Dome. Nope, I changed my mind; my fave is the Frozen Brazo de Mercedes. I mean... the Triple Decker Chocolate Cheesecake? Okay, fine, they're all my favorites! These desserts are so delicious in their own ways that I really can't decide which one I like the most. The Chocolate Dome has a smooth Nutella cream center covered in a layer of chocolate ganache. On the other hand, The Frozen Brazo is just the perfect combination of a Graham base and layers of custard, mango ice cream, and meringue. Last but not the least, the Triple Decker Chocolate Cheesecake is awesome for cheesecake and chocolate lovers given its wonderful blend of salty and sweet. Also, from what I've experienced, Parvati offers free coffee to go along with your desserts on weekdays! Now I want to go and get some dessert!

A friend once told me to support local bakeries because it's the small businesses that need the…read moremost to survive. There's definitely no need for anyone to convince us to buy from Potter's Bakeshop. Located just outside Phil Am Life Village in Las Piñas, this small bakeshop serves the goodness of old-time favorites such as the classic pan de sal, loaf bread, custard cake, simple donut, kababayan, crack bread, crinkles, and so much more. My personal favorites are the pan de coco, the Spanish bread, and the pianono. Their pan de coco filling has just the right sweetness and has a balanced texture. For the Spanish bread, I usually choose the slightly darker ones because taste of the bread itawlf contrasts more with the sweet filling. What I like about their pianono is that it tastes exactly the same even if I eat it from the outermost layer going in (following the roll) - layer of cake, margarine and sugar in every bite. It may sound a bit odd that I appreciate this, but for me, it shows how consistent they are with their baked goods. Insider Tip: We were told that the best time to go is between 9 to 10 am as it's when our favorites are brought out warm and soft from the oven.

This place is a local bakeshop favored by the locals and passerbys for its location, convenience,…read moreand the quality of their baked goodies which is nothing short of astonishing. Construction workers, security guards, students, and even some of the rich folk often pass by to get some of their favorite Pinoy treats. Whether its a pianono, kalihim, or kabayan, anything you buy here will satisfy your taste buds. If my tongue had a mouth it would've thanked me each time I spent ten pesos here, which is often more than enough to get rid of my hunger pains. I became a regular here at some point because I often woke up late for class and ended up having to eat breakfast during my commute. If you've read my review up to this point and found it helpful I just want to ask you a tiny favor, give this place a try and help spread the word. The world needs more good news.