Bohol is a Philippine island which celebrates a festivity of flavors. Eating is actually one of the penchants of the Filipinos particularly Boholanos. There are several restaurants in Bohol offering different dishes. There are many dishes in Bohol with varying prices. The restaurants in Bohol are places you must also visit aside from the beautiful beaches and the famous Chocolate Hills.
1. The Pyramid - This is a restaurant situated in the Alona Beach. Customers here can enjoy a nice view of the beach in their open restaurant. They serve a mixture of Filipino and continentals dishes. This restaurant is ideal for those with delicate taste. Their best sellers include clubhouse sandwich and pork cordon bleu. For the seafood they serve one of the best Calamares in the beach. You can also enjoy tasty barbecue straight from their grill. The price of each meal costs less than four hundred pesos.
2. JASZ Restaurant - This restaurant centers on the theme which is about the sea. The design is very tropical to resemble the atmosphere in a beach. They guests here can enjoy the cozy and laid back feeling in a beach while enjoying seafood. The place is adorned with bamboo decorations. The tables near the beach are perfect for a romantic date complete with the candlelight.
3. Chicken Ati-Atihan - This restaurant is popular because of their barbecue. Each full meal costs two hundred pesos. Guests will surely enjoy their halo-halo with buko as dessert. Other popular order includes the hot sisig that can be spicy too.
4. Garden Cafe - This restaurant chose a very western central theme. They employ deaf waiters and guests are asked to write their orders. Their best seller is their steak with some onion rings. Each dish costs less than five hundred pesos. They also serve in large portions.
5. Hayahay Pizza - For those who are craving for some Italian this restaurant is the place to be. This restaurant is known for their large portions of tasty pizzas. It could be odd seeing a pizza place in the beach but there are many people who still enjoy hot pizza even in the warm setting. You can eat inside or enjoy your pizza outside along the shore. The pizza costs from four hundred pesos up to five hundred pesos.
6. Loboc River Cruise - This is Bohol's famous restaurant that floats. The guests can enjoy a cruise while eating delicious Filipino dishes. There are singers that serenade guests while they enjoy the view. A buffet for each person is priced at three hundred pesos which already include the cruise.
7. Payag Jo's Chicken Inato - This restaurant's best seller will surely fill your craving for a good chicken barbecue. The food here is considered cheap because you can order several dishes for three hundred pesos. Most people like eating here with their clean hands rather than use fork and spoon.
The heat is on! Specifically the 'Summer Heat' is on! After almost ten (10) long months of formal education, now is the time to take the backseat, relax and unwind. Since the scorching summer heat makes us sweaty, we might as well try to be wet and wild as we consider taking our time or chilling in a beach resort. Of course one of the best resorts for me would be the Boracay Island
One of the factors why Philippines may be remembered around the world is because of this island. Boracay Island has been a major tourist attraction since it was accidentally discovered in 1970. From that time on, Boracay Island has been developed as one of the main tourist destination particularly to those who like to independently travel or the so-called backpackers.
From November until February (considered as dry season in the Philippines) the main beach is said to be suitable for swimming or very calm. During that period as well, large winds and waves define the other side of the island which is best for wave running, wind surfing and other suitable aquatic sports activities. Trained lifeguards are deployed and assigned to ensure safety (courtesy of the local government)
The last time I was at Boracay Island, I really tried to experience all the beaches; as in literally 'treading the waters' and of course the crowd! I love the ambiance and the scenery in Bailing Hai Beach. When I went there, it was maybe coincidental that it seemed that everybody was so relaxed. It was not boring, it was very at peace and I just float around the shore. The next stop for me was the Puka Beach which is at the north part of the tip of the island. Blue water, white sand and relatively few patrons defined this beach and it was a perfect picture of a tropical island. I made sure that I both a handful of local jewelries made from the puka shells the locals collected (the beach was named after the shells surrounding it) and I considered them as my 'pasalubong' (best or nearest translation would be 'present' or a 'take home present or presents') for my relatives and love ones.
Of course, one could never consider oneself to be in Boracay Island if one had not been to the island's main beach: the White Beach. White Beach is the center of the island in terms of business and commercial transactions. In this exquisite stretch of powdery white sand, I was able to see all kinds of trades that tourists can surely love-from food, drinks and what not's, visitors of this island were all well-pleased!
Boracay is definitely one of the best options if one would opt to spend his or her well-deserved free time in a tropical island. Boracay Island's guarantee of satisfaction has been proven since the time of its discovery until this very day. Yes, Boracay is indeed a paradise!
If you're a recent surfing convert, consider this as your head's up to the continuously growing surfing culture in the Philippines.
Contrary to popular belief, surfing in the Philippines has been stirring the local beach scene for quite some time now - approximately forty years in the South, according to the founding fathers of CNSA (Camarines Norte Surfing Association). CNSA itself has been in operation since 1968, roughly five years after the sport found itself a home in Bagasbas Beach. Thanks to the generosity of some foreign visitors, the locals of Bagasbas were shredding waves in no time. And the rest, as they say, is history.
So how come the Northern spots - La Union and Zamabales - first gained commercial recognition? Blame it on the local powers responsible for each region, but we won't even go into that. Let’s just say that in almost all cases, the best is always put on reserve. But not for long.
Fairly recently, throngs of road trippers, backpackers, and your all-around thrill seekers, have been paying homage to the thrashings of the Pacific Ocean in the Southern part of Luzon. Surf spots are being discovered left and right from the outskirts of Batangas all the way to the Bicol region, where triple overheads are raging especially in the summer. Yes, the South is the way to go for big waves and long rides from March to August when the Pacific becomes the surfer's playground. Head North during the months of September to February when the China Sea becomes a surfing paradise.
In the South, Bagasbas Beach in the province of Daet boasts the best beach break during the summer. Here you will find a long and wide stretch of fine grey sand where the surf breaks left and right. This is the ideal spot for beginners and aficionados alike.
Or trek up north of Bagasbas to Tong's Point if you prefer a shore break. It takes a lot of effort to get here, however, making it the least frequented spot in the area. Rewarding, nonetheless.
The greatest resource of Barangay Bagasbas, however, is not the surf but the people. The locals here are simply the best. They're, without a doubt, the most accommodating and hospitable people around. You don't have to worry about lodging, food, or anything at all as the well-known Baker, master of the indomitable Surf Shack, would voluntarily take care of all your travel worries in a heartbeat and still manage to make you feel like royalty. So if any of you adventurous souls should find yourself in Bagasbas, just ask for Baker. Everyone knows the guy.
Another winning spot in Daet is the recently developed Pandan Reef Resort in San Jose, Talisay. This is a private spot whereas Bagasbas is public. This remote getaway is perfect for those who want to surf in peace, meaning, no wave stealers. Your wave, your ride. Locally known as San Jose Beach, it boasts great sets which break left and right on a sand bar. Lodging is also not a problem here as beachfront cottages, cabanas, and tents are available for rent, and cheap, too courtesy of the ever-hospitable Tito Leo.
For you surfing experts who prefer the rush of a reef break, the River Mouth in Mercedes will give you your paddling's worth. To quench your thirst for more speed, rent a bangka for a very affordable rate.
The surfing scene in Southern Luzon is definitely a reality to be recognized now at it's most pristine. Experience surf culture free of all commercial politics and side issues. Head South and reconnect - with nature, with fellowmen, and with yourself.
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Traditionally, Filipinos eat food with bare hands. It is a centuries old practice, and it is totally convenient for the traditional Filipino. If you want to have a try at it then you are very welcome to sample this eating method in a restaurant that allows just that -- Kamayan.
Kamay is the Filipino word for hand. Kamayan means to either shake hands or since we're talking about food and this particular restaurant it would mean eating using only your hands. Kamayan has placed this traditional way of eating with hands on a pedestal and turned it into a real art form.
Eating by bare hands is still practiced by Filipinos nowadays. But if you're not really into it, Kamayan does have spoons and forks and knives to help you out with the eating. If you don't want to spoil the interesting experience then try it a few times at first.
The Kamayan restaurant opened way back in 1977. Kamayan now has many different branches all over Metro Manila. They showcase the finest in Philippine cuisine. So if you really want to try out real Filipino food and eat the Filipino way, then try Kamayan.
First on the list of house specialties in every Kamayan restaurant is called Lechon de Leche. It is a roasted native pig, usually a suckling pig. This is a clear favorite among the regular Kamayan customers. Lechon de Leche is not only a favorite here, but is a superstar in many Philippine Fiestas. This crispy Filipino cuisine is at the heart of every celebration in the country. Just remember to watch the calories and guard your heart.
You might want to turn down some servings of the roasted pig to give way to more of Kamayan's other Philippine cuisine. Kamayan also serves a delectable Seafood Platter. It consists of crabs, prawns, mussels, and squid among other great seafood to delight your taste buds.
You may also want to sample some of Kamayan's vegetable dishes like Pinakbet (stewed vegetables) and Bicol Express (i.e. vegetables cooked in coconut milk with a lot of green peppers that make a really spicy stew).
For dessert Kamayan serves a wonderful array of food that includes caramel custard, Halo Halo (i.e. mixed fruit topped with crushed ice), and fresh fruit juices. Beer, wine, and sodas are served as well.
Every Kamayan restaurant is designed with a family setting in mind, since eating as a family is a timeless Filipino tradition. If you want to glimpse what it's like to eat like a Filipino then eat at Kamayan.