This bakery became my go to place for sweets. The ensaymada and cheese rolls were my late mom's…read morefavorite and mine as well. i recently tried cinnamon rolls it was good as well. The sourdough bread was light and great for sandwiches. I have yet to try the brownies and lemon bars. I will though the next time i am home. i highly recommend.

Love this bakery and for the quality you get, it's completely worth the price. Nothing tastes like…read morethey skimped on ingredients or used any substitutes for the real thing. This branch is in a really convenient location and is maintained well. The people who work here are also super nice! I bought my birthday cake (the Purple Carousel chocolate cake) here, and they gave me an extra bag of sweets! My favorites are their: *Lemon bars - really great lemon flavor and have a tart, refreshing sweetness *Chocolate revel bars - probably the best I've had *Chocolate Campfire cake - very rich, but in this amazing way where you don't get tired of eating it! I've also had their: *Purple Carousel chocolate cake - classic chocolate cake with these chocolate wafers on top *Mini Pecan Pie - not the consistency I prefer in a pecan pie but the flavor was still very good *Mini Chocnut Pie - light, could use a stronger chocnut flavor, I really liked the crust though *Cookies - I love cookies so I usually get 1 or 2 with whatever else I'm buying that day, theirs are crispy on the edges and chewy on the inside *Quiche Tinapa - Liked this a lot and just ate mine chilled, but I think it would be better to warm it a little at home

Grabbed some ensaymadas to-go from this famous spot. Got both a cheddar and a quezo de bola. Both…read morewere super delicious - cheesy and sweet, with the pastry itself being very light and fluffy. I preferred the quezo de bola more than the cheddar but both were delicious. Would def come back!

i swear hizon's mocha cake is basically a manila time machine. my lola used to bring one to…read morebirthdays and the rule was always "don't smash the box on the jeep ride home" . it's that super light chiffon + buttercream combo that doesn't feel heavy even after a big meal. also the ensaymada + hot tsokolate there on a rainy afternoon? undefeated. legit old-school manila vibes.

Pass by Kamuning Bakery with a friend and for sure it's hand-painted logo, rusty interiors,…read moreinviting pastries and old but accommodating chairs and tables will definitely make you say "Tara, kape muna tayo." (Let's have coffee). I rarely hung out in cafés neither am a coffee drinker but this old panaderia is just so pleasing with it's down to earth yet classic ambiance, one cannot help but take a step inside. Everything seem to be just old but well-maintained, no air-conditioning nor fancy doors and windows, their main attraction is basically the 76 year old pugon in the kitchen where they bake all the breads and pastries that they serve. What I usually order is their famous pugon-baked pan de suelo, a slice of egg pie and a brewed coffee sided with condensada--simple, nostalgic, very Filipino and not to mention, very affordable. The smokiness of the fluffy pan de sal, smoothness of the egg pie filling, the classic combination of brewed coffee and condensada plus the whole package of the place will actually make you think and talk about how things were back then, your childhood stories and even Philippine history, if your conversation would go that far. To me, it is the perfect "kapihan" where everyone is welcome and anyone can be themselves. No pretensions needed. Kamuning Bakery also offers fresh cow's and goat's milk from Quezon, tablea tsokolate, pugon-baked old and modern day cakes and a variety of breads.

The Pastry Cart. Perhaps not many people are familiar with this name... but I'm guessing these same…read morepeople have heard of the Manila-famous San Marcos cake. If not, oh man, I guess you've just been missing out on half of your life until this moment. I'm an absolute sweet tooth... I could be throwing up because I overate but leave room for dessert anyway. Having said that, I know what I'm talking about when it comes to good cakes because I've tried so many of them. Camille Ocampo's The Pastry Cart is a business that is pure genius. More than being a business, it's all about good dessert. The San Marcos is also known as the creme brûlée cake. Text Camille for an order and for the complete list of her offerings. Sugar-free San Marcos is also available.

If you're looking for one of the best cakes in town, then The Pastry Cart has got you covered. This…read morehas got to be one of the best cakes I've ever tasted and worth every single peso in my wallet. Numerous posts of their Crème Brulee cake has scattered online especially in foodie social media accounts. Ms. Camille Ocampo is the brainchild of this heavenly invention and you can place your order anytime and pick it up in their Valle Verde branch. Originally called the San Marcos cake that has evolved to Crème Brulee cake, it is just how you imagine a Crème Brulee getting an oversized treatment. Soft and moist chiffon cake topped with caramelized sugar is just perfect. It comes in a big box similar to Tiffany and Co's color scheme called Tiffany Blue so it's definitely a stand out. For the price of 900 pesos, this cake is worth every calorie.

This little gem was located around the corner from my hotel. They had a wonderful selection of…read morefresh baked items. Both savory and sweet. All of the baked items are individually wrapped to keep them fresh. They also have a varied selection of espresso drinks. I got the Caramel Macchiato, it was delicious but a bit too sweet for me. It was made well though and the sweetness level is just a matter of personal preference. They have a lunch/dinner menu of Japanese noodle dishes. The noodles resemble gnocchi and have tomato based sauces. I didn't get a chance to try any of these dishes but I'm looking forward to trying them next time.

If there's one type of establishment I've had a huge sampling of over my time here in Metro Manila,…read moreit would be cafes and coffeeshops. As a medical student, heading to a new coffeeshop or cafe is the perfect way to jumpstart productivity and combat the stir craziness associated with being hunched over the same desk, every. single. day. Filipinos, however, are a social people. We love talking and catching up over a cup of coffee and some pastries. That can lead to some coffeeshops being noisier than others, and not necessarily being a beacon of productivity. Mr. Park's is perfect for studying! The location isn't in Robinsons Magnolia, but rather is in the arcade of stores beneath The Magnolia Residences facing the green area of the mall, making it both accessible but also secluded. Perfect for uninterrupted time to focus, or a place to get away from the bustle of the mall. The ambiance is really good too. Great, bright lighting and spacious tables make getting work done super easy. The staff is also very friendly and accommodating! Food isn't bad either. I normally get their Americano (P80), and for the price, it's huge! The ice cubes made of coffee they include are also a great touch, and make it an even better value for a quick caffeine fix. Pastries are the name of the game here. I am personally a fan of their croquettes, egg tarts, and cream puffs. I'd pass on the scones, though. They were too dry and flavorless for me. They also offer bingsu. I've had some of a friend's and it tasted pretty good, with the ingredients looking fairly fresh. They're also a lot cheaper than the baked goods that you would find at Starbucks of Coffeebean. Oh, and they're open 24 hours a day!! It's amazing. I love this place. I can study until the sun comes up here.

We were given a box from a friend years ago. I made sure to order my stash for my family and…read moresiblings so they can try it. We ordered the butter crust hopia monggo. We ordered online and got our order quite fast. Very impressed how they handled our order and the process. Hopia is so good. We toasted it and ate it while warm. Really good. Highly recommended and will order again.

Whenever I enter this particular Marks & Spencer branch at Eastwood, I rarely come out carrying a…read morebag full of clothes. Instead, I always end up happily nibbling on a fresh batch of breads and cookies. Hold on a second. Marks & Spencer, the British clothing retailer? They sell cookies? Why yes, they do! Not too many people frequent the bakery inside Marks & Spencer, though this could be chalked up to word not getting around. Otherwise I have no explanation for why more people don't visit. I've been going to this bakery for over three years now and I've yet to encounter stale bread. This is because M&S makes it a point to bake their pastries daily. Their Almond Croissants are soft, yet still have a crunch when you bite into them. And at P50 each, their Milk Chocolate Cookies and Double Chocolate Cookies are to die for! You can tell that the cookies were baked on the day itself because they are moist and chewy, giving away slightly when you pinch them. Aside from pastries, this branch of M&S sells wine bottles, shortbread treats, biscuit packets, baking mixes, and a cornucopia of treats that look like they would make popular Christmas presents. Granted, this branch might not be as big as the M&S department stores you see in London, but adding a bakery is a start. In my haste to grab cookies sometimes I forget that M&S sells clothes at all.

I still remember Becky's from their Malate/Manila branch. After 20 something years, i visit one of…read moretheir branches and fall in love with the taste, ambiance, etc. The cafe has this old Filipino feel with Batibot cafeteria (wrought iron + wood) chairs and dark wooden accents. They have green plants on each table as a centerpiece. Currently, they have the cafe decked out in christmas decor of wreaths with glittery bright blue, purple and gold. The gift boxes come in a bright red color, very festive! They sort of highlight the store too since they are stacked in shelves behind the refrigerated cases. I convince my husband to spend a few mins to have a slice of cake and coffee. It only takes a few minutes to gobble up the cakes, im sure! I had the swiss chocolate cake that has the creamy meringue outside its chocolate sponge cake and honeycomb bits inside. Heaven! I swiped one of the two crinkles on my husband's plate. It was decadent! If you've never had chocolate crinkles before, you're missing out. Plus, I've been around and these are gold standard crinkles right here. The box of 24 is only 300 pesos! WORTH IT! We decided to get a box of 24 to eat later at home As I write this review, I just got home after two hours of driving. I have already polished 5/24 pcs. It had been left in the car for 5 hours before we actually headed home but it is amazingly soft and tastes freshly baked. I can't praise this bakery anymore than humanly possible. Just try it! The other branches might be closed but this one inside Valle Verde 1 village is still alive. On regular days they have plenty of lot parking in front of the basketball court.

I've been a fan of Becky's Kitchen for years and years ever since I was a kid. I remember bringing…read moretheir deliciously fudgy, and sticky Brownies with cashews to my ballet school's potluck party after every dance recital every year without fail. In fact, it's still my mom's go to potluck contribution to any party or last minute Christmas gift to friends, as well as their addicting Chocolate Crinkles. If she ever comes home with any of them as a treat, I immediately zone in on the signature maroon box from Becky's and strategize the quickest way to get my hands on it then get to a safe place in the house where I wouldn't have to share. I'm happy they opened the branch in Valle Verde a while back because it's much nearer to where I live. What's more is that there's an actual dining area where you can have coffee and a slice of cake as opposed to their original branch in Taft with just the display cases, counter and some seating for waiting customers. If you have a chance to visit either location, I recommend their soft and flavorful Cheese Rolls and decadent Swiss Chocolate Cake in addition to their famous brownies and crinkles!

I love the way this chef thinks. While people tend to look outward for flavors, some tend to forget…read morethat we have a great palette of flavors to work with right here! Case in point, the way the Baker's Table takes candy from your childhood and uses it as the backdrop for pastry. Personally, I think it's brilliant. Candy's everywhere yet they've managed to take something so mundane and repackage it into something absolutely fitting. Three words, people: Butterball Caramel Cake. Predictable as I am, that was all it took to convince me of its brilliance. I love the fact that they never lose the essence of the candy. It's right there even if you're eating a piece of cake. They don't even commit the usual sins most bakeries do. The cake isn't dry and it isn't cloyingly sweet. Perfect with a cup of coffee (or tea, as my case was). I really can't say too much about this place. Candy has this sort of effect on people where no two experiences will ever be the same. It's really the kind of cake that's better experienced than read about.

This cake shop is a total childhood throwback, as they feature cakes made from local popular sweets…read morelike Hang, Potchi, and Haw Haw. Despite me living a few minutes away, I first saw them on TV, baking their bestseller: Haw Haw cake. I'd always loved that candy, and I still do. I buy some from sari-sari stores whenever I can, so I didn't waste time and headed straight to the bakery. That cake is such a hit. They didn't have any in stock during my visit so I had to drop by the next day. To my horror. I went back first thing in the morning and sure enough, a whole cake was there waiting for me. I think a single slice costs around Php 125, which isn't really bad. We're talking about premium cakes here. The Haw Haw cake reminded me of tres leches, for some reason. Light chiffon, a little moist. It has a thin cream filling and the frosting tasted exactly like the candy, only better.