MANILA, Philippines - Numerous restaurants open around the metro every year, yet you always end up eating the same food over and over. Give a spin to your routine meal and indulge yourself with a different dining experience.
With the help of the Scoopshot users, we picked out some of the stars of the food scene around the Metro to give you an idea what and where you should eat the next time you are craving for something to satisfy your gastronomic desire. Scroll down for some pictures enough to make your mouth water.
Krispy Kreme doughnut for Halloween
Gerald Tan got the perfect treat last Halloween. Here is a tasty doughnut from Krispy Kreme, which he got by simply donning his Halloween costume and dropping by the store. Now while Halloween ended already, it's never too late to grab a bite of any of their delicious doughnuts!
Scoopshot/Gerald Tan for Philstar.com
Karaka Special
If you have been following the Ramen trend like Scoopshot user Bob Liao, then you must try the Karaka Special with salted soft-boiled egg, pork belly and seaweed served in Ippudo, SM Megamall, priced at P 490.
Scoopshot/Bob Liao for Philstar.com
Oroshi Ponzu Gyoza
Looking for the best ramen side-dish? Here are scrumptious pieces of original pan-fried dumplings from Ippudo, SM Megamall. This dish topped with grated radish and spring onions and served with ponzu sauce is priced at P 210.
Scoopshot/Bob Liao for Philstar.com
Xiao long bao
A sudden craving for soupy dumplings may hit you one of these days. Good thing Scoopshot user Brad McDougal has something to satisfy your craving. Here is xiao long bao available at Shi Lin at The Podium. These six pieces individually hand-made soup dumplings steamed and served in bamboo baskets are available for P 275.
Scoopshot/Brad McDougal for Philstar.com
Churros
Scoopshot user Shiella Lor labeled these churros as his 'October favorite.' The churros are sold at Cioccolata Churros Cafe at the Bayleaf hotel ground floor. Moreover, this delicious delight comes with your choice of coffee at P 65.
Scoopshot/Shiella Lor for Philstar.com
Shrimp Pomodoro
Scoopshot user Angel Atienza went for some pasta treat and shared with us this delicious shrimp pomodoro. The plate of shrimp pasta with home-made sauce is available at La Creperie, Shangri-la Plaza Mall for P 255.
Scoopshot/Angel Atienza for Philstar.com