When I was researching for my thesis in UP Diliman, my choice of merienda place was Mang Narry's kiosk.
What made me approach this kiosk was Mang Narry's welcoming demeanor. You see, I am not from UP. So when I had to eat somewhere near the buildings where I go for research, I picked the store in which the owner/vendor looked amicable.
One of Mang Narry's staple meals was my childhood favorite instant pansit canton. I would usually get two servings of pansit canton; either sweet and spicy or original. Sometimes, when I felt really hungry, I would order pansit canton and burger. The food here were very affordable. Even when I eat a lot and order so many things, the cost would still be cheap. For my drink, I usually ordered mango-graham shake which was unique and refreshing. I was to learn later that this shake is close to becoming a star in UP Diliman.
For those comforting, affordable and filling meals (and not to forget the welcoming smile), thank you, Mang Narry's! read more