Posts Tagged ‘shrimps’
Gulay Guisado
Things are slowly picking up again and routines are going back to place. I still can’t believe how fast the Christmas season passed by. One minute I was preparing gift baskets to give to friends and family and the other poof! we were celebrating for the new year. It makes you realize just how fast life goes. Yesterday, I was watching my friend’s video diary of the things he’d done the past year and thought to myself “Damn, he’s done a lot. My life looked so bland compared to his.” Literally, he’s the textbook meaning of living life at it fullest every single day. I don’t do a lot of new year’s resolution, but I might take this one up. Although, Hubby did remind me that I did a lot too last year, in my own little way. I quit my job and decided to become a full-time housewife and a hands-on mother. I became serious with my food blog and realized that my passion in life was cooking. Although, I think I would also love photography and I’m crossing my fingers hoping I can finally buy the SLR camera I’ve dreaming of this year. I guess I just needed to be reminded by Hubby of how fulfilling my life has been. Many people don’t realize this but running a household and taking well care of a child is a full-time job in itself. But I’ve also loved every second of it, which is more than I can say from my previous job. Lately, my pleasure has been cooking in the kitchen with Baby. I do my own thing and she does her own too.
Casa Verde
Casa Verde is definitely the place you want to go to eat your money’s worth. Dishes are relatively cheap while servings are huge, usually good to feed at least 2 persons. For years, Casa Verde kept a low profile with their original branch located at V. Ranudo Extension and became famous for their exquisite baby back ribs. In the past year, they have branched out and set roots at The Walk, IT Park and The Terraces, Ayala Center. Sure, their prices are a little more elevated at their new places but what’s a couple of bucks when you get to feast on their succulent ribs. Trust me, no one leaves Casa Verde unsatisfied and hungry.
Casa Verde and McDo Take-Out
When I heard that they opened at The Walk, I could not help but jump for joy. This meant that I could easily call them and order for pick up on lazy nights. And this is exactly what I did last week. I came home late night and slightly panicked when I realized that I had nothing prepared to cook for dinner. Thawing the meat and cooking would take at least an hour and when I heard my stomach grumble, I knew I wouldn’t make it for another hour. That’s when the clever idea of ordering from Casa Verde came up. Hubby was set to come home in 30 minutes so I asked him to pick up the orders.
Brian's Baby Back Ribs (P168.00)
I looked around for their number, stumbled on a lovely receptionist and was informed that my orders would be ready for pick up in 20 minutes. I set the dining table and before I knew it, hubby was home with the food.
Barbie Shrimps (P148.00)
Tonight, my orders were Brian’s Baby Back Ribs (I never fail to order it) and Barbie Shrimps (my first time). Dad, who was in the mood for a burger and fries, asked Hubby to bring him home some from McDonald’s (also in The Walk).
Once again, the ribs were delicious. The secret is in the sauce, which I always ask for extra. The meat is so tender that it literally falls of the bone with the littlest nudge of the fork. Personally, I prefer eating at home because I can’t pass eating the ribs with my fingers. Definitely a finger-licking good experience. For only P168.00, it is a pretty good deal. The second dish we got was the Barbie Shrimps. This was my first time to order this but I was not disappointed. For P148.00, you have 3 sticks of 4 grilled marinated shrimps with red and green pepper, and onion. It is also served with herbed rice and sautéed vegetables. This was really delicious; good marinate and grilled to perfection.
Barbie Shrimps and Brian's Baby Back Ribs
For a total of P316.00, Hubby and I had a really really great meal that night.
Casa Verde is located at The Walk, IT Park (Tel. No. 412-3336). Other branches are at V. Ranudo Extension and The Terraces, Ayala Center
