I'm sure you're probably sick of me talking about how much I love adventurous flavors... but I do!…read moreI really do. I appreciate culinary creativity when it shows itself. So vanilla, chocolate, strawberry... that's oldschool. Been there, done that even if you're packing gelato. But carmelized fig? Rum cream? Chili chocolate? Yes. By all freaking means, yes. What some people don't know is that there's actually a difference between ice cream and gelato. This, my friends, is good gelato. The flavors come in nice and clear and there's a distinction between each flavor. No two chocolate-based flavors taste the same as no two vanilla-based flavors taste the same. And what about that chili chocolate? It comes off as a rich dark chocolate and you probably start wondering where the chili is then you notice it building as a slow enjoyable burn at the back of your throat that doesn't have you reaching for a glass of water. It's the kind of flavor you dream about for days. And the price! Most places give you a scoop that barely fills the cup but these guys... for what you pay, they give you a really good amount of Gelato. I end up using the cup like a cone. Definitely a great value for your buck.

Mmmm! I love Gelatissimo. It's a chain gelato shop which has loads of stores around the world but…read morethis place tastes really good and authentic. There are a lot of flavors to choose from here, and it's fun because you get to try all the flavors you like before you buy. Usually they keep stock of all of the popular flavors. What's good is that they even have dairy free options! The consistency of the ice cream is always the same. It's really smooth, creamy, and a bit stretchy and chewy - not like the normal scooped ice creams. I love it! Make sure to get lots of toppings on yours. There are lots to choose from - but I'm a fan of the simple chocolate syrup and almonds.

Located in Farmers Market that's also beside another bakery (I think Julie is the name). They open…read moreas early at 6am. We had bad jet lag coming from Seattle so we decided to walk there from our condo and got there at 6:30am in time to watch the guy making the cubed hopia mongo and was able to wait for a fresh batch! Hopia cubed mongo was about $130 if I remembered correctly. Their ube circle shaped ones were also very delicious. Their hopia is definitely on the sweeter side. I would prefer a little less sweeter than that, but then again I'm not much of a fan of desserts. (Don't kill me! I still appreciate them!! Lol!) One things for sure, my 3 year old toddler loves it, and it was still good the day after!

I don't think you've really had hopia until you've had freshly made diced hopia at the Bakers' Fair…read moreat Farmer's in Cubao. If you somehow find yourself in the back areas of Farmer's Plaza and Farmer's Market (because you got off the MRT and decided to take the long way down, I don't know), you'll see a bunch of people crowding around one of the stalls in Farmer's Market. If you've ever wondered what that is, that would be people lining up for hopia at Bakers' Fair. Walking by the area you'll smell butter and dough and sweetness as it dares you to come closer. You'll see the bakers there prepare the little cubes of delight on the broad metal sheets as they put them warm into the clear plastic containers, which do little to contain the scent of deliciousness within. The place sells a lot of goods like cakes and pies and pastries, but let's not kid ourselves, shall we? We are here for the hopia.

Paper Moon has been trending in both my dineline and timeline, so we decided to give it a try. We…read morewere not disappointed! The Main Event Original Mille Crepe Custard Creampuff Salted Caramel Banana Mocha Jelly Was very curious with the mille crepe -- an icing within layers and layers of crepe (counted my slice, total of 13 layers) were delicately piled up and the result was heavenly good!! It wasn't very sweet, which was good 'coz I was overloaded with sweets that day. The custard was pretty great, too. Although my partner said that the creampuff was less flavorful than other local creampuffs in the market. The bread barely tasted at all and the filling didn't compensate the whole thing. Oh well. The Salted Caramel Banana was a winner! It was served to us with a small banana candy on top!! How cute!! It tasted like liquified banana cake. The Mocha Jelly's jelly was so small, it fitted through a normal-sized straw (whereas other cafes who offer jelly fraps that needs to use bigger straws). The drink wasn't sweet, just the way I like my mocha fraps should be. More of dark, unsweetened cocoa thing. One thing I've noticed was their location. They only have a kiosk in Trinoma Cinema level, seating capacity was around 20. It'll be nicer to have a separate store premise.

Crepe cakes are not a new invention but Paper Moon has some of the best I've ever had! At first we…read moreordered just one slice of queso de bola crepe cake but after just a few bites we caved and ordered a slice of ube as well! The crepe cakes are not overly sweet and melt in your mouth. The queso de bola flavor was my favorite, the salty cheese went perfectly with the sweet whipped cream fillings! Mmm I'm drooling just remembering the taste LOL.

True to its promise of #BiteIntoClouds, the original cheese tart is delight in every single bite…read more HITS * Kumori is relatively cheaper than Pablo with Php330 for 6pcs. * Calm ambience. Quiet place to work and hangout after shopping or grabbing groceries at SM North, The Block MISS * Not fan of the milkshake, it looks good in photos but tastes unexceptional

I'm a big fan of their chilled, pocket-sized souffle cheesecakes, which are sold at P52, that makes…read morethem cheap enough for most markets. They also teach you a thing or two about quality over quantity. I can't say enough nice things about these cheesecakes, which come in "original" and chocolate flavors. They're airy, yet dense, and when you eat them cold together with a cup of warm coffee or tea...mmm! What I've noticed is people come here after lunch or dinner and order a tray of different items for dessert. Because Kumori is a good-sized bakery, you can get danishes, brioches, and breads, as well as the cheesecake. The cafe doesn't get overwhelmingly full as I thought it might, so perhaps this is a sleeper hit in the making. We have to let the market get to know them better. They are brightly lit, and the music in the background is relaxing. They serve cappuccino and drip coffees on nice professional machines, but I think some will agree their coffee is on the watery side. Less caffeine for me; coffee aficionados might be slightly let down.

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!!!

I've got two words for you Double Ds--of the PG kind that is. The Double Ds or the Double Donuts…read moreare the sole reason why I'm here writing this review. Because, who in their right mind would ever think of stacking two fried pieces of dough on top of each other and serve them? The donuts look seemingly harmless in the beginning but its when you dig into it that makes a world of a difference. Though they are topped with just about everything you can imagine (chocolate, popcorn, blueberries, etc.) some donuts are also filled with chocolate or cream. It's a sweet lover's delight, and if you're watching your sugar count, you can forget it here. Their Double Ds are the best thing since Croughnuts.

I owe Dolcelatte many thanks, because they have saved me some trouble of getting a Mother's Day…read morepresent for my girlfriend's mom. I knew she loved desserts, and I decided to get a croughnut from Dolcelatte. For the uninitiated and inexperienced, a croughnut is a hybrid croissant-doughnut. You would just have to order one, and decide for yourself why everyone is raving about this. I ordered two of them, and when I greeted her with the cronuts in hand, she seemed to have forgotten all the other gifts that she received from her kids. She indulged in the mixture of the sweet flavor and the soft, flaky texture of the cronut, and thanked me graciously. Mission accomplished. For those who were excited by the idea of the cronut, a new trend is being set by Dolcelatte, and it's called the double doughnut. I have no idea why anyone would think putting a doughnut on top of another is a good idea, but you'd have to break my hands before I'd give you a taste of the wonderful texture that comes with this creation.

I went back to Kumori to try the Fuwori cup, which was totally worth it! It was good enough to bump…read moremy rating of the place up to a strong 3.5 (rounding up to a 4). The Fuwori cup had 3 layers of a crunchy crust, middle sponge cake, and salted cheese topping. I liked that it wasn't overly sweet, and I enjoyed the different textures provided by the layers. I found it to be a nice little dessert for such a low cost. The only inconvenience was the crappy spoon it came with. The spoon partially broke when I dug into the Fuwori cup.

We tried the bite size cheese cake that you can purchase in 6 (or 8) pax. Delicious…read more We also tried the cheesy blueberry brioche item that has a runny top, looks like a danish but tastes like an excellent ensaymada. That one is the best I have tried so far. It also comes with peaches on top, so the variety is there. Can't wait to try more. The chrone being on top of the list.

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.