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Feature: Eastwood City Libis

Located at the center of a progressive metropolis, Eastwood City is a 16-hectare state-of-the-art residential, business, commercial and entertainment city. it is one one of the coolest spot in the metro to hangout with family and friends. its a city within a city. a place to live,work and enjoy. residential condominiums are perfectly surrounded by modern everyday conveniences such as specialty stores, cinemas, a supermarket, a health and fitness gym, and corporate offices.

For residential Eastwood City is well-equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure such as underground power and telecommunication lines such facilities that that ensures a safe and healthful environment.

While For entertainment and leisure, the city also includes a vibrant City Walk that boasts of a wide display of restaurants, disco, bars and cafes and a Shopping Mall. the City also features the Philippines very own version of Walk Of Fame. Eastwood City is an area full of somewhat upscale restaurants and bars. the environment is highly Westernized upscale and upbeat.

Eastwood is considered as one of the newest Economic Center of the Philippines because of its CyberPark where in Top Corporations are Located. Banking Giant Citibank and IBM Philippines to name a few. so wether your up for a convenient place to live,work or just a night to remember Eastwood City is the place to checkout.

Getting There:

Eastwood City is easily accessible to and from any key location around the metropolis. Within easy reach is the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Nearby are the bustling commercial and business districts of Makati and Ortigas.

Bars and Restaurant To Check Out in The Citywalk

Blue Onion Bar and Restaurant A hip bar and restaurant rolled into one. Choose from a treasure trove of specialties like Crispy Pork Knuckles, Korean Barbeque, Japanese Tempura and Sisig, specially created from a homegrown Pampango recipe. In the evening, the lights go dim, drinks begin to flow and music starts to play. Ground Floor, City Walk 1
Tel. (632)421-1862

Cheesecake Etc. A treat for those with a sweet tooth, Cheesecake Etc. serves dessert with a specialty on a wide variety of cheesecake and coffee concoctions. They also offer sisig and schueblig sandwiches for those who prefer a heartier meal. Ground Floor, City Walk 1
Tel. (632)913-9194

Ebisu Serving authentic Japanese cuisine, Ebisu features yakiniku tables where guests can cook their own rib eye steak, lamb chops and scallops. Best selling dishes include Ebisu Chicken in garlic soy marinade, salmon-based Shake no Miso Mayo and salpicao-style Saikoro Steak. A bar at the first level features a variety of aperitifs and cocktails such as green tea martini and sake. Second Floor, City Walk 2
Tel. (632)687-7806

Gweilos The popular tryst for music lovers, Gweilos treats everyone with the most affordable food and drinks. Listen to live alternative, acoustic bands on selected nights or watch your favorite sports game on their huge screen while drinking the night away. Ground Floor, City Walk 1
Tel. (632)421-2283

Haagen-Dazs True, real ice cream is a classic indulgence. Natural ingredients, simply combined and yet, when that first spoonful melts in your mouth the moment is pure pleasure. Haagen-Dazs ice cream is made from the finest ingredients with no preservatives, artificial flavors or colorings. Ground Floor, City Walk 1
Tel. (632)687-1839

Ipanema Bar and Restaurant Ipanema evokes the same lyrical ambiance that probably fired up the artist to write the song "The Girl from Ipanema." Experience knockout Ipanema's specialties such as Paella ala Erna, Lengua con Champignon, Linguicas, Salpicao, Prawns Thermidore and Mandioca Frita. Second Floor, City Walk 1
Tel. (632)421-7764 to 65

Jack's Loft Jack's Loft is the perfect place to chill out, with its sumptuous specialty desserts such as mile-high cakes, cheesecakes, pies, tarts and mousse. They also serve salads, sandwiches and pasta. Must try is their "fishbowl" iced tea. Ground Floor, City Walk 1
Tel. (632)421-2048

Melange Melange means mixture or combination in French, which is why this restaurant offers an excellent fusion of French, Mediterranean, Spanish, Filipino, Italian and American specialties to satisfy all palates. Must try are their savoury and dessert crepes. Ground Floor, City Walk 1
Tel. (632)913-4277

Recipes by Cafe Metro Experience great Asian-type meals with a delectable twist in Recipes by Cafe Metro. Dishes like General's Chicken, Crispy Tilapia and Korean BBQ Short Ribs are flavored with fresh ingredients and served in a different way. And what's amazing is how affordable all their dishes are. Second Floor, City Walk 2
Tel. (632)687-4525

Seattle's Best Coffee Its warm and casual ambiance, typical of a modern American coffee shop, immediately puts you at ease to fully enjoy its brews. Try their enticing array of cold drinks such as SBC's Javanilla Shake, Iced White Chocolate Mocha, as well as iced varieties of lattes, mochas and sodas. Ground Floor, City Walk 1
Tel. (632)421-2042 to 43

Somethin' Fishy Get lured and hooked at Somethin' Fishy, a seafood grill and bar that offers the most mouth-watering and freshest food you can find in the ocean. Choose from Crispy Tuna Tail, Inihaw na Pusit, Sizzling Swordfish Steak, Ginataang Pla-pla, Inihaw na Tuna Belly and Alimasag in Chili among others. Ground Floor, City Walk 1 Tel. (632)421-4757

The Basement Reminiscent of the New York-inspired clubs, The Basement offers nocturnal souls a place to party away with its dark red drapes, towering antique chandeliers and sunken stage - a seeming resemblance to the set of The Phantom of the Opera - turned DJ/acoustic club. Ground Floor, City Walk 1 Tel. (632)421-3930

West Lake West Lake offers Hong Kong style dimsum like shu mai, siopai and hakaw. Its also offers a delectable line of Cantonese fried rice and rice toppings. Also visit their deli counter for items to go like machang, hopia, Chinese chorizo, sesame oil and more. Ground Floor, City Walk 1 Tel. (632)421-9981 to 82

Starbucks,Coffe Bean and Many More.

Photo Gallerry of Eastwood:















Sources:

http://www.eastwood-properties.com

Feature: Kalesa

I have already showed you on my previous post the "King Of The Road" or the Jeepney as one of the primary and cheapest means of getting around certain places here in the Philippines. but before the Jeepneys ruled the Philippine Roads and Avenues. there were Kalesa first or internationally famous as Horse Carriage they were dub as 18th century Rolls Royce by the Spanish. it is the mode of transport of the who's who in the society back then and only the high society people can afford the luxury and comfort of the Kalesa. when the Spaniards leave the Philippines. filipino make a way to reinvent these sophisticated rides to cater everyone in the society. it was then become as the primary modes of transport in the Philippines long before the Jeepney and taxi came. now Kalesa are rarely used in the streets but dont worry kalesa are here to stay but only on some of the tourist spots and province here in the Philippines you can still find the Kalesa in Intramuros Manila,Binondo,Vigan,Angeles City and Iligan City. it is a good way to get around the tourist spots in Manila such as The Fort Santiago,Intramuros,Manila Cathedral and many more. the standard rate for a Kalesa ride is like 250 pesos(around $5) but its better to negotiate with the Cochero (the Kalesa Driver) before jumping in so you wont have any problem after the ride.










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Shopping: SM Mall of Asia

SM Mall of Asia is the largest shopping mall in the Philippines and the 7th largest shopping mall in the world in terms of gross floor size, It is owned and operated by SM PRIME HOLDING, under the management of Henry Sy, a Chinese-Filipino business tycoon. who also owns all the SM Mall in the Philippines. Filipinos will not survive without SM malls hehe well thats a fact. anyway Mall Of Asia being the largest in the Philippines boost a lot of attraction and features. it has 600 shops and 150 dining establishments,Olympic Sized Ice Skating Rinks,IMAX Theater,5,000 parking spaces, and esplanade was constructed at the back of the mall for a nice view of the famous manila bay sunset.whew there are really a lot to do in this mall and because it is so huge the management decided to provide shopper a 20-seater tram traveling around the mall grounds to ferry shoppers around. somehow malls very unique feature. but just when you thought its over. i just want you to know that this super mall is undergoing an expansion yes there still room for a major expansion. a 16,000 seater multi-purpose coliseum/arena for sporting events, concerts and entertainment shows. It is set to build to the mall complex and It is set to rival the 50-year old Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City. and not only that, it was also announced that a deluxe Hotel and a Convention Center will be built within the Mall of Asia complex. wow Mall of Asia is really the mall to beat. and as what there slogan says

"No Other Mall Comes Close"

The Olympic Sized Skating Rink


Exterior of The Mall Facing Manila Bay


Front Signage


The Globe


Front Fountain


Front Passage


The One and Only IMAX Theater in the Philippines


Sources:

http://www.maniladailyphoto.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sm_mall_of_asia

Feature: Jeepney

Every country in the world have their own transport system some of this make the place famous just like new yorks yellow cab. well Philippines have its own famous transport service too, though there are several means of transport service here but Jeepney reign supreme. they are everywhere thats why they are dubbed as the ''Hari ng Kalsada'' (King of the Road) jeepney is the cheapest mean of transportaion here in the Philippines at 7 pesos (currently about 10 to fifteen cents American) jeepney can take you around the places you wanna visit while your in manila or wherever you are in the Philippines.