Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Star Carrots Pepper Steak

Because of the Pepper Steak fad, I had to try Star Carrots. It's located in Metro East mall. I've seen this restau a couple of times before but didn't really know that they served pepper steak. How would think they do, the name of the restaurant's Star Carrots? I've always thought it's a vegetarian diner. Anyways, O tried this the night before. He was really hungry so when he saw that it was steak they were best known for, he tried it out. And the day of me trying Star Carrots for the first time arrived.


Here is the view from the outside.


According to the palace mat, they are the first in the Philippines to serve Pepper Steak, and they serve fast. (Actually they do. After about 10 minutes or less, we already got our orders. Although we ate around 5-530pm, so there were not much customers yet.)


Here is the menu. Not too expensive as Pepper Lunch, but not too cheap either.


We ordered their Strawberry Iced Tea, price is P37.00. But it was really really yummy!!! I super enjoyed this drink.


The order was served with their soup of the day. I liked it, but O put more pepper.


Here's my order. Pepper Beef Steak (Jumbo), with rice, beans, corn and carrots, and as mentioned, served with soup. This one costs P215.00, but the regular size is P127.00.


O's Yakiniku Steak (Jumbo) also complete with the toppings above. Price is P205.00 for jumbo, regular is P122.00. (As seen in the photo, O was already diving in his meal. Hehe!)


The restaurant was okay, it had clean tables, there was television, they also had a bar which was pretty cool. So if your'e dining solo, you can opt to sit there. The food wasn't so bad either. Of course, you can't compare it with Pepper Lunch. But it wasn't so bad, it was pretty good actually. Also very filling. As O said, he wouldn't invite me to eat there if he knew the restau wasn't good. And mind you, O ate here the night before. So for a person to eat the same food two days straight, that means there's something good about it. I really really like their sauce as well. They have two kinds of sauce, a regular one and the other one's a little bit spicy. I love love the spicy one! I put it on my steak and my rice. It was yummy! Our conclusion is the sauce really made the difference and it's what makes the food as delicious as it is!

So if you're on a budget, this is the way to go. They have a meal that's as low as P82.00 only. So it's not so bad. I'd definitely dine here again, but not anytime soon. :)

Star Carrots Pepper Steak
Level 5, Robinsons Metro East Mall,
Marcos Highway, Pasig City

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Robinson's Haul

I promised myself I wouldn't buy too much, and well... I didn't. Just these two goodies that I really really really need.

Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse in Caramel and Fanny Serrano Two Way Cake in Rajah


Spotlight on Maybelline's Dream Matte Mousse in Caramel. It retails P599.20 but since Robinson's was on sale, it was 20% off! I got it for P479.20.


Swatch: I didn't blend the color yet. I got this shade for clients who are morena. I don't have this shade yet.


Blended. The finish was mousse, it was a bit cold, and when applied, it gives a soft finish but full coverage. I really like it. It blends well most especially after using a finishing powder just to set the makeup.


Spotlight on Fanny Serrano Two Way Cake in Rajah. I got this for P399, regular price. Boo! Haha!


I like using two way cake although I don't really use it wet. I just find the coverage heavier even though it's powder. The product has a sponge also, I don't use the sponge though.


Swatch of Rajah. I bought this shade since this was the darkest shade. And I'm a big fan of Fanny Serrano products. It's one of the best quality local products. :) I love their products!


Closer look. I'll be using this shade for contouring.


So reviews to follow once I've used and roadtested these. :)

Monday, August 18, 2008

King Kong in Icebergs

To cap off a long tiring day, sweets is always good! :) After a whole day of chores and early dinner, O and I decided to drop by Icebergs for some relaxed time well deserved. It was almost 10pm and Metrowalk was still rocking!

After looking at the menu for a few moments, we knew what we wanted to order!

King Kong's Revenge! It's about P335.00.


It was heaven in a bowl. 5 scoops of ice cream (your choice of flavor), fruits such as bananas, mangoes, pineapple, brownies, whipped cream, and chocolate chips! We had to share this gigantic bowl. :)

We enjoy going to Icebergs Metrowalk although during Friday and Saturday nights, it's not the typical family ambiance you'll see. Since Metrowalk is known for the night life, there'd be loud music during the night. So let's just say you can't really enjoy quality time because of the noise. Oh well... here goes to munching down your food! :p

Icebergs
Meralco Avenue, Brg Ugong,
Pasig City
687-5920