Gerry’s Grill reopens their Eastwood branch

Eastwood , Libis-Quezon City, Philippines

L-R Rev. Jay -Ar Marionga , Mr. Gerry Apolinario, Mr. Patrick Antonio and Mr. Kevin Tan ( Mega World , First Vice-President and Commercial Division Head of Mega World)

Gerry’s Grill has been making waves since it opened its doors to the dining public on February 14, 1997 . If you are looking for a dining place to satisfy your food craving and to chill out with your family and friends then Gerry’s Grill is the perfect place to go .

It’s menu fit right into any occasion and budget. Now the famous grill and bar restaurant chain is opening its 57th branch in the Philippines.  Gerry’s Grill Libis was one of the early branch patronized by the customers but the lease contact expired last 2006. Regular customers were asking on when will it re-open in the area. When Eastwood city offered location in the city walk 2 , Gerry’s Grill decided to grab the opportunity to e able to serve again the customers in the area.

friendly staffs and crew 

Dining at Gerry’s Grill gives everyone a pleasurable experience . Diners are served with only fresh foods raging from Filipino favorites sisig, grilled pusit ( squid) , crispy pata,  grilled tuna belly , beef  kare-kare, to exotic cuisine and tastefully prepared beermates  and pica-pica .

Mr. Gerry Apolinario together with friends, guests and vips

Its founder, Mr. Gerry Apolinario – worked on his passion for good foods and his earnest penchant for drink and grilled food. He yearned for a venue where both may be enjoyed amidst an atmosphere that is fun , fresh and wholesome

San Miguel Beer light drinking contest -participated by some UST growling tigers

During the opening of the Eastwood branch , there was short program hosted by Ms. Crystal – a dynamic and cheerful host.

Mr. Matthew Sia of UST Player

He won a gift certificate and bragging rights  .  He was the first one to finish one bottle of San Miguel Beer Light during the contest.

 fellow bloggers won some gift certificate in an eating contest

Gerry’s Grill continues to reach out to anyone , anywhere . From its first restaurant located along Tomas Morato corner Eugenio Lopez Avenue in Quezon City . Gerry’s Grill invaded the United States having 2 branches in Union City and Artesia . Gerry’s Grill also expanded in Asia when 3 branches opened in Singapore located at Marina Bay Sands.

 Mr. Alvin Teng and  Mr.Jeric Teng ( basketball celebrities )

Ginebra San Miguel, Inc. is the world’s largest gin producer by volume as well as the market leader in the domestic hard liquor market, with core products such as Ginebra San Miguel Gin, GSM Blue Gin and Gran Matador Brandy.

San Miguel liquor products

There was a contest between  2 groups ( blogger group and tambay boys) a group  which consist of 4 members . We drank a shot of  San Miguel Antonov Vodka and imitated the animals  found in a jungle safari. The next group also imitated animals like python, cobra, anaconda and viper .

I think our unique pose made us win the impromptu contest!

Note:  The Eastwood branch can accommodate a total of 150 people at any given time and the verandah ( balcony area )can sit up to 45 people.

Store is open from Monday to Sunday

11:00am to 11:00pm

Gerry’s Grill: http://www.gerrysgrill.com/ph/

San Miguel : http://www.sanmiguel.com.ph/

Miss Earth candidates visits 100 Revolving Restaurant

33rd Floor  100 Revolving Restaurant, Eastwood drive corner C-5 , Quezon City-Philippines

Chef Jessie Sincioco together with candidates of Miss Earth 2013

I got an invitation from Wazzup Pilipinas to visit on the newly opened restaurant in the part of Quezon City. It came to a surprise that the the Miss Earth 2013 candidates were also invited to grace this momentous occasion.

Miss  Earth -Thailand Ms. Punika Kunsuntornrat, Miss Earth- Romania Ms. Ioana  Michalache and Miss Earth- Paraguay – Ms.Leticia Caceres

The revolving restaurant concept is not new in the Philippines, the country had its first revolving restaurant in Quiapo district , Manila way back in the 1970’s .The building, once the Manila Royal Hotel, now occupied by SM clearance sale outlet or SM Carriedo branch . The building can be viewed every-time we had a special tour inside  the Metropolitan theater .

magnificent skyline of Metro Manila and surrounding cities

There is another one in Cebu , But the largest up to date is the 101 revolving restaurant.

restaurant staffs busy preparing our lunch dishes

It was having an opportunity to meet with 29  Miss Earth 2013 lovely candidates out of 88 total candidates and experience the superb signature and customized dishes of Chef Jessie, a celebrated chef  , connoisseur and and author of some books.

bar

Concept of the Restaurant:

Chef Jessie 100 Revolving Restaurant is owned by the Que Family of MDC (Mercury Drug Corporation) located at the 33rd floor of the company owned (MDC 100) building, the first high-rise venture of MDC.

reception

Ms. Tess Laurente, the PR Manager and Chef Jessie herself when we had a chance to interview them talked about the story behind the name of MDC 100. The 100 is a very special number for the Que Family, They started a business with 100 pesos, so it symbolizes the humble beginning of the company, very inspiring!

Mercury Drug Store commemorative stamp issued by Philpost on August  15, 1995 marking its 50th anniversary

 It is the only and biggest revolving restaurant in the country today. The couple were inspired by the other revolving restaurants whenever they traveled abroad.

Heart of Palm in Tamarind Vinaigrette Dressing served on a bed of Fresh Alugbati

This is one of the the ” must” recommended salad dish of the restaurant

interior

You dine and revolves and experience the beautiful view of the city. Revolving will take around 1 to 1/2 hour. You can experience the different facet of Metro Manila skyline, from lush green golf courses, posh subdivision  ,  buildings, major thoroughfare , business district and mountains from nearby Sierra Mountain and Rizal province.

Halo-halo parfait

Amenities:

The restaurant can accommodate between 250 to 300 people at any given time .  The restrooms are clean and the simple flower arrangement adds charm to the place.

You are lucky you will see different kinds of bird species and a beautiful sunset between 4-5 PM. The place is an Idyllic venue for weddings, marriage proposals, Valentine Dates, New Year celebration for a safer and better view of fireworks, family gatherings, reunions and for all occasions.

ice orange with mint

Celebrity Clientele:

There are some celebrity guests at the restaurant which includes politicians, artists and beauty queens

Note: I think is is one of the BEST restaurant in Metro Manila.  The restaurant can rival some of the first class hotels and restaurants . Value for money , ambiance,  relaxation and magnificent view of the skyline.  There is a parking space at the basement of the building.

The restaurant operates from 11am up to 11:00pm and they have some extensions.

For reservations and inquiries :

Ms. Abby D. Gomez
Restaurant Manager
Chef Jessie 100 Revolving Restaurant
33rd Floor, MDC 100 Building, C5 corner Eastwood Drive
Quezon City, The Philippines
Tel +632 9621016, Fax +632 9625654
E-mail: 100@chefjessie.com   Website: www.chefjessie.com

Stackers Burger Cafe at Eastwood

Orchard Road, Eastwood City Walk 1, Libis, Quezon City-Philippines

Stackers -Eastwood is the first branch which opened to the public last March 10, 2010.  This is not my first time dining at restaurant . I usually eat at their SM North EDSA branch.

Stackers Burger- Eastwood, Libis- Quezon City

The restaurant is open almost 24 hours a day and they primarily caters to the call center employees ( BPO ) , expatriates , residents of the area.

There’s generous amount of space, sunshine, nothing like the crappy and dimly lit cafe chains. Inside the cafe and restaurant can accommodate up to 48 people while its outdoor area can sit up to 30 more .

french fries with mayonnaise and ketchup

I always order their french fries , It is just cooked right. Not very oily and not soggy.

baked fried chicken

Baked Fried Chicken has 80% less oil than regular fried chicken giving you all that awesome taste, without feeling guilty. Their chicken taste like other popular fried chicken brands in the market.

Website: http://bakedfriedchicken.com/

burger

The burger is juicy and cooked to perfection

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stackersburgercafeph

Stackers Burger restaurant had 6 branches in situated in Metro Manila .

Stackers Eastwood
Orchard Road, Eastwood City Walk 1, Eastwood City
Tel No. 709-9999

Stackers Mckinley Hills
Venice Piazza, Mckinley Hills
Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City
Tel No. 403-6512

Stackers Newport
4/F Resorts World
Newport Commercial and Entertainment Center
Tel No. 659-8271

Stackers Alabang Town Center
Lower Ground Floor,
The Garden Alabang Town Center
Tel No. 478-0080

Stackers Promenade
Lower Ground Floor,
Food Court Promenade, Greenhills
Tel No. 451-2957

Stackers The Annex
Upper Ground Floor,
SM North EDSA, The Annex