Stormy-Day Friendship

We all have friends who are there for us not just in happy times, but also during difficult moments. Transitions are challenging because they have a feel of tentativeness. Right now, I am going through one, and my high school BFF Luti is here with me to make me realize things and help me dissect all the issues I have to process at the moment. 

To say that I am lucky to have her at the moment is an understatement. And yesterday, even if it was raining hard, she met up with me to catch-up.  

Before dinner, I was able to buy notions frm String Strand Strung at The Wander Space, a travel-themed shop and cafe which I have previously featured in this blog. Indeed, I do stay loyal to indie shops which sell handmade and local goodies. If they stock craft supplies, then that is a definite winner in my book. 

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After shopping, we proceeded to Malingap Central. 

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I had delicious roast beef from Alfred’s...

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...and Mangga at Suman gelato from Manila Creamery. 

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It was lovely to catch-up up with my besty, but we had to cut our dinner short due to the rain. 

I made myself a cuppa and carried on with my knitting by the time I got home.  

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I hope that you will also find your stormy-day friend who will literally accompany you in the middle of a thunderstorm- and provide you with the eureka breakthrough you never knew you needed. 

Mangga at Mali

Yesterday, I went to Malingap Central Food Hall for some roast beef, gelato, and good vibes.  

But first, I posed by this 90’s wall because it made me happy! 

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Alfred’s roast beef did not disappoint! At less than P200, this meal was a winner.  

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Next, I had mangga & suman gelato from Manila Creamery. 

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It was so delicious!  

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Sunday food trips make me smile, and I love discovering new restaurants near my place. Do message me if you have any suggestions for me to try!  

Knitting x Tapsilog x Ice Cream

Yesterday was another fun day of knitting, shopping, and eating! I began with tapsilog brunch at Rodic’s. 

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After my hearty meal, I dropped by Hey Kessy to buy yarns. 

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I then proceeded to Manila Creamery for dessert. I chose the carrot cake gelato. 

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It was delicious!

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I had coffee and continued knitting...

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...then I picked up one of my new yarns to crochet... 

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 ...this white beret inspired by Meghan Markle’s style!

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I enjoyed being creative while eating and buying new yarns. I hope to have more food trips to inspire me to make more, whether it is through knitting, crocheting, or even art journaling!

Manila Creamery

After my awesome meal from Quixote, I bought dessert from Manila Creamery, which was also located inside Malingap Central. 

I’ve been hearing good things about this brand, so I decided to give it a try.  

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There were so many unique flavors to choose from. 

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I gave in to the Quatro Leches Cake. I paid Php120 for a single scoop. 

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IT WAS DELICIOUS!

The flavors didn’t outdo each other, and yes, there was enough cake to make this ice cream a chewy, unforgettable delight.  

I will be back, Manila Creamery!