Top Buffet Restaurants in Baguio City 2016

Top 11 Buffet Restaurants in Baguio City

Planning for a trip to Baguio this coming weekend or planning for a stay during the Christmas season? Baguio City is one of the most loved tourist spots in the Philippines because of the cool weather, beautiful tress, friendly people, and the unique restaurants.

With the continuing modernization of the city came along the rise of many buffet restaurants. Tourists should definitely try the buffet restaurants in Baguio because they are more affordable compared to those in other cities. Here is a list of the top eight buffet restaurants in Baguio City.

List of buffet restaurants in Baguio 2016

There's few buffet restaurants in Baguio but are still worth the try. Listed below are the most visited.

1. Le Chef Buffet at the Manor Camp John Hay

Photo from Le Chef 

Le Chef is probably at the top of the most sophisticated and classy buffet restaurant in the city. It is very popular because of the five-star hotel ambiance, the tasty food, the the food variety included in their buffet. Daily breakfast buffet starts at 6:00 am - 10:30 am, Sunday Lunch Buffet starts at 12:00 - 2:30 pm

2. Elements buffet

Elements buffet is located in New Town Plaza square which is newly established. It is located near Botanical Park and Berkley School. It is one of the best buffet in town so far because they have lots of food options compared to other buffets. The place is spacious making it a great place to celebrate birthdays and other events. The dishes are tasty and certainly are worth the price. Another fun part of this buffet restaurant is that you get to see how they prepare the dishes.

Address: 42 Claro M Recto Street Corner Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City
Phone number: 423 0534
Buffet offers:
- Breakfast buffet for P380
- Asain Merienda buffet for P180 (except Sunday)
- Dinner buffet for P680 (Weekday), P880 (Weekend)

3. Le Monet Hotel Buffet

Le Monet Hotel also offers buffet meals. Their breakfast buffet is great since it includes bacon and many more. Their dishes are of great quality, customers would also love the elegant and modern design of the hotel.
Address: Technohub, Camp John Hay, Baguio City
Phone number: 09175267049

4. IhawJuan Eat All U Can

IhawJuan Eat Restaurant is a unique buffet restaurant in Baguio. As the name implies, their buffet features grilled dishes. Customers need to be ready because they will have to grill their own food.
Address: Ground Floor Blue Mountain Hotel, 16 Marcos Highway, Baguio City
Phone number: 09774035575

5. Heritage Mansion Buffet

Heritage Buffet is one of the most recent buffet restaurants in Baguio City which just opened this February 2016. Their buffet highlights a variety of local and international cuisine. The price is just right for delicious and good food! If ever, you're up for some modern, classy, and affordable buffet, then you should definitely try the Heritage Mansion Buffet.

6. City Lights Hotel Buffet

City Lights Hotel is one of the most popular buffet restaurants in town. It is located near Baguio City Cathedral. Their rates are more affordable that doesn't compromise taste and quality. They also offer Japanese buffet (not included in the picture) which is offered at P550 per plate.
Address: 245 General Luna Road, Baguio City.
Phone number: 246 3513

7. Korean Palace (Kung Jeon) Restaurant

Korean Palace is a great place for Korean food lovers or for those who would like to try a different kind of cuisine. Their buffet starts at 6 pm and is also one of the best in town. Their staff are friendly and they would help you cook your samgyeopsal. They have traditional Korean dress and costumes that the customers could try for free.
Address: South Drive, Baguio City
Buffet price: P350

8. Golden Restaurant Buffet

Golden Restaurant buffet is also a new buffet restaurant in Baguio. It also serves different dishes like the steamboat or shabu shabu which is offered for only P299 per person on weekdays and P399 on weekends. They also have merienda buffet for only P165 per person. It is also a great place to celebrate birthdays and other events
Address: Leonard Wood Road, PhilHealth Building, Baguio City

9. The Kitchen by Chef Cris

The Kitchen by Chef Chris is also a new buffet restaurant in town. They also offer grilled buffet for P249 per person.

Address: 80 Upper General Luna Road, Baguio City

Phone number: 424 4992

10. Kamayan Restaurant

11. O Mai Khan Mongolian Grill and Hotpot

The interior of this restaurant is great and they serve Mongolian Buffet which is recommended for vegetarians and those who would like to try a new dish. O Mai Khan buffet price starts at Php 159 and Php 189 if with drinks.

Those are the top buffet restaurants in Baguio City. Thank you for viewing the article!

Fortune Seafood Restaurant Baguio City

Fortune Seafood Restaurant

Fortune (Hong Kong) Seafood Restaurant is one of well-known fine dining restaurants here in Baguio City. They do serve delicate and tasty cuisines that you don't eat regularly. New customers would definitely enjoy the sophisticated, modern, and elegant design of the restaurant. 

The restaurant is located at Otek Street beside Good Taste Restaurant and Burnham Park and PRC Baguio branch. The place is great for family and friends. Its best if you go there in groups because the do serve a lot. They do cater to events such as debut, birthdays, and wedding reception. Here's a peak of the inside of the restaurant.

Fortune Seafood Restaurant Menu and Pricelist

They do serve lots of different dishes, so there's much to choose from. Although, they do offer dishes at a higher price range compared to other restaurants. Here's a picture of Fortune's Seafood Restaurant menu and pricelist.

Other Restaurant Info:
Address: 16 Otek Street, Baguio City
Phone number: 074- 442- 9773
Price range: $$$
Accepts Catering and Reservations: Yes

Amare La Cucina Baguio City

Amare La Cucina- A unique restaurant in Baguio City

Photo by: Chic Exclusive

Overview

Amare La Cucina started as a small restaurant in Baguio City which was originally located at one of the owner's home. They started small and people loved their food which helped them to make a spot in the food industry. 

I would personally recommend tourists to drop by the restaurant which is now located at Albergo Hotel. It's a unique restaurant here in Baguio City that serves wooden brick oven pizza. The ambiance is great and comfy. It's definitely a  break from the noise and traffic in town. 

Food

The food quality and presentation improved a lot compared to the last time I went there. They do salads (sure to have fresh ingredients from Baguio & Benguet), pasta, and pizza. They also serve a dish with rice (ribs only). They do have a limited menu which is a disadvantage, but the place is still worth the try. Here's a sample photo of their dishes.

Photos by Chic Exclusive

Food serving is actually great compared to other Italian restaurants. One pasta is good for 2-3 people which is quite reasonable with the price. :) Also, what I've noticed with their pizza is that they're all thin crusted. Maybe because its more compatible with the wood fire oven and thick crust pizza would take a longer time to bake.

Amare La Cucina Menu

Here is a sample of their menu for those who are interested to try other dishes. Do notice that they serve ONE pizza size which is 12". 

Photos by Chic Exclusive

Conclusion:

I am not really much of a food reviewer but I do have standards. I did enjoy the food quality, serving, taste, ambiance, which is reasonable with the price. Overall, I would definitely recommend Amare La Cucina to my family and friend. Plus, I would certainly love to go back to the place! I hope you enjoyed the page :)

Hill Station Casa Vallejo Baguio City Review and Pricelis

Hill Station - Casa Vallejo

If you'r looking for a good restaurant or cafe in Baguio City, then you might want to consider Hill Station - Casa Vallejo. The main branch is located near SM Baguio City, which has a great interior design. The other branch is located at Technohub Camp John Hay, which has a smaller architecture but still has the same kind of service.

However, take note that Hill Station (Main Branch) is a fine dining restaurant. That is why they follow a dress code, like slippers (and the like) are not allowed. The other branch located at Technohub John Hay is not so strict when it comes to dress code :)

The food quality, presentation, and quantity is great. Their menu is a bit pricey but is still worth the price. I also recommend first timers to try their cakes and pastries, its definitely one of the best cakes in town! :)

Here's a sample menu of Hill Station - Casa Vallejo for those who are interested to try their dishes :) Enjoy!

Hill Station - Casa Vallejo Menu

5 Foods Proven to Boost Metabolism

Food that Naturally Increase Metabolism

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Metabolism pertains to all of the chemical reactions that occur in the body. There are various reasons that can slow down or speed up one's metabolic rate. What most people go for, is a faster metabolism because it is known to aid and support any weight loss program.

There are several ways of speeding up the body’s metabolism. Exercise has the most dramatic effect on a person's metabolic rate.  However, you can also try other options like the diet-induced thermogenesis if you don't have time for a workout program. Food intake also has a certain effect to the body's metabolism.

Five foods that boost metabolism

After eating a meal, there will be a natural increase in the metabolic rate. This occurs because of chemical processes and heat production involved with digestion, absorption, and storage. Food intake is a dynamic factor that directly increases metabolism.

This is the reason why people who skip meals will eventually have a slower metabolism because they eliminate this dynamic process. Instead of skipping meals, try these food and drinks that can naturally increase metabolism.

1. Caffeine

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There are lots of  clinical trials showing that caffeine does affect the body's metabolism. According to a recent study conducted, people who drank caffeinated beverages had a higher metabolic rate than those who drank decaf.

Coffee offers a maximum of 16% increase in the body’s metabolic rate because of its stimulatory effect  to the sympathetic nervous system. Keep in mind that the caffeine I am referring to are those contained in coffee beans and not the instant coffee version. Also don’t splurge on frappe and other drinks with added sugar and whip cream.

2. Protein

After eating a meal loaded with protein, the metabolic rate naturally increase after one hour. The effect of protein to metabolism can reach a maximum of 30% above the normal. A protein meal can effectively boost your metabolism which can last for 3 - 12 hours.

3. Cinnamon

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Cinnamon is not just a regular spice, it can also help you lose more weight and increase your metabolism. It works by directly affecting the regulation of insulin in your body. Insulin is the hormone which influences the metabolism of fat and carbohydrates. During the process, it also increases the body’s metabolic rate and energy expenditure. One-fourth to one teaspoon of cinnamon can significantly increase your metabolism by 20 percent.

4. Green Tea

Green tea is loaded with antioxidants that reduce free radicals in the body. It also contains catechin which is the active ingredient that is responsible in boosting metabolism. Nutritionists explain that catechin works by promoting fat oxidation and enhancing thermogenesis. It also helps promote and maintain weight loss by improving digestion. Drinking three cups of green tea can boost metabolism by 10 percent.

5. Red Chili Pepper

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Red chili pepper and ginger are spices that can speed up metabolism. According to the New York Times, red chili pepper contains capsaicin; this chemical component of chili generates heat in the body. Eating a spicy meal can naturally increase metabolism by eight percent.

One Canadian research claim that appetizers with hot sauce results to fewer food intake throughout the day. This was due to the effect of capsaicin in prolonging one's satiety. Do take caution when eating spicy foods especially on an empty stomach, since it can worsen heartburn and ulcer symptoms.

Summary

Those are the top five foods that can naturally burn fat and boost metabolism. Keep in mind that metabolism is affected by different factors. It is also important to seek expert/medical advice before starting any diet program.

New Cafe & Restaurants in Baguio City

New Cafe & Restaurants in Baguio City

Tired of going to same café or restaurant? Try these new café/restaurants in Baguio for a brand new and fulfilling dining experience.

1. Pamana - Hawaiian Barbeque - Tsokolateria 

The three restaurants are built under new management, located in the previous Barrio Fiesta near SM City Baguio. Pamana and Hawaiian Barbeque features traditional Filipino cuisine with a touch of fine dining. A piece of advice, their food is a bit more expensive compared to other restaurants in Baguio but is worth the try. Here's a glimpse of the food at Pamana - Hawaiian Barbeque.

Photo by: Geralyn Bulao

Tsokolateria is also under the same management, they have a creative garden theme that customers will surely love. Their food is also a bit pricey but they do have drinks good for 2-4 persons. I do recommend the choco-barako for coffee lovers, but those with a sweet-tooth would most likely enjoy the fondue and churros.



Photos by: Nikka Serapio

2. Café by the Ruins Dua

The café do serve authentic cordilleran dishes that tourists would surely love. They also serve fresh and popular Baguio goods like strawberries and veggies. "Dua" denotes that its the second branch which is located in Upper Session road, Baguio City. Café by the Ruins Dua also features artworks like paintings, drawings, and photographs to keep their customers entertained while they wait for their food.

Photo from Café by the Ruins Dua

  

3. Elements Buffet

If you're a certified food lover, then Elements Buffet is a great restaurant you can try. I'm not really a fan of buffets but I did enjoy their food and service. Plus, their kitchen is clean not like other buffets in Baguio that I know of. I have tried their breakfast and merienda buffet and are certainly worth the price.

It's the newest buffet resto in town that offers the following:

• Daily Breakfast Buffet: Php 380
• Merienda Buffet: Php 180
• Weekday Dinner Buffet: Php 680
• Weekend Dinner Buffet: Php 880
• Sunday Lunch Buffet: Php 880

Tip: Go on weekdays :)

4. Ozark Diner

Ozark Diner serve American cuisine which just started late last year and they . It's a small restaurant with a humble and cozy ambiance. The owner/head chef is very friendly and takes note of the customer's feedbacks. Their food is great and the price is relatively okay. Try their dark beer cheesecake it's one of their specialties.

  

5. Patch Café

Patch café is a new café loved by most Baguio residents. They serve affordable breakfast, Filipino cuisine, burger, pizza, sandwich, and pastries. You can find Patch café along Upper Session road, near SM City Baguio. I do recommend their burger, pasta, and pastries.