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Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Introduces the Single Serve Beverage System

Starting tomorrow, October 17th, customers of Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will experience the single serve beverage system. Dubbed as the future of coffee, this beverage system promises:

CBTL™ is an easy to use, single serve beverage system that combines the handcrafted taste and quality that is the hallmark of The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®; with the finest Italian technology and design perfected by CAFFITALY SYSTEM. One capsule is all you need to create a single serving to savor. One touch is all it takes to brew fresh espresso, brewed coffee or tea. One taste is enough to transport you to a moment of comfort – the comfort of one perfect cup.

Quality and Convenience
Enjoy the fresh flavors of an authentic
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® beverage at home. Whether you’re serving guests or savoring a quiet moment, the CBTL™ System delivers perfection, with ease.

Find out more about the single serve beverage system HERE.

Flavours de España in Tapella and Gaudi

Take time to explore the alchemy of Spain as Gaudi and Tapella brings Flavours de España, a month-long food festival featuring Spain’s most famous regional cuisines.

Spanish and Filipinos same passion for good eats are a huge part of its exciting culture—great meals over good conversation remain both preference for feasts. For this type of epicurean experience, Gaudi and Tapella offers a set menu from Spain’s different regions only P599++ per head.

From today until October 31, both restaurants highlight the northwest and south of Spain, Andalucia and Basque. Evidently, the common staple for both regions are meat and seafood but the difference lies in their unique preparation.

For a rich experience of Basque, start off with chistorra (basque chorizo on baguette slice) and viruta (Serrano ham with alioli on baguette slice). A Basque cuisine is certifiably known for tomatoes and sweet or hot red peppers, the purrusalda (Basque potato and leek soup) is a tasty combo pair, followed by the freshest assorted greens–ensalada de la casa (tossed greens drizzed with house dressing). And for the much- awaited main course, it’s an amazingly tender and generous serving of estofado de cordero  (lamb stew with potatoes), not a fan of lamb?  Then have abonito con tomate (fresh tuna in tomato and pepper sauce) a diet-friendly option of refreshing tuna drizzled with tomato and peppercorns. To cap off the meal, it’s a decadent serving of arroz con leche (creamy rice pudding with cinnamon) velvety and thick, this will surely leave the palate asking for another plate.

Andalucia of the South is something not to be missed too. The historic Islamic influence in its cuisine gives this region a unique culinary identity with the use of olive oil, garlic, and wine as the most important native ingredients. For a truly appetite-inducing starter, croquetas variadas dos salsa  (mushroom, salami, and ham croquetas with romesco and alioli dip) is a favorite delicacy brimming with rich palatable dip. The soup, is an interesting take on tomatoes— gazpacho (fresh tomato and vegetable soup) served cold but delightfully heartwarming. The salad is truly Mediterranean in taste as it is filled with healthy greens and other freshest produced. For the main highlight, paella marisco (fish and seafood paella) is tummy-filling and never boring with its appetizing blend of shapes and colors. Another Mediterranean main course option is the pollo moruno (Moorish chicken with couscous) especially marinated that gives a zestful zing to its flavor. End it light and sweet with tocino del cielo, deemed as the heavenly egg custard of Spain.

Moving on from October 3 to 31, Gaudi and Tapella guide guests to Catalan, rightfully known as the Mediterranean flavor of the northeast.  As the cuisine of this region is infused with olives, garlic, onions, tomatoes, nuts, and dried fruits, the meal from start to finish offers a delightfully refreshing sensation of flavors. The crujentes de jamon (Serrano ham and cheese bites and in phyllo pastry) and ondarza (fried camembert with rapberry sauce) is great choice for a truly-Catalan starters. For a simple yet flavorful soup, sopa de cebolla (onion soup) remains a classic warm up with a certified twist of Span. Feast on ensalada de la casa (Tossed greens drizzled with house dressing) followed by parillada de carnes con patatas pobre y pimientos (assorted grilled meats with stewed potatoes and pimientos) a mix of sweet and savoury ingredients, and a mark of the inventiveness of Catalan cuisine. Or opt for the fideua (seafood noodle paella), brimming with the delicious goodness of seafood, but using unique short pasta called fideua. Chef’s recommendation for dessert is no other than profiteroles con leche (cream puff with vanilla ice cream drizzled with chocolate). These lovely puffs are complete with worth-relishing dessert indulgence— airy, light, and cloyingly sweet.

Perhaps one of the most famous fares of Spain, worth waiting is the Flavours of Castillan from October 10 to 31. Food here usually gets a high regard for its diversity and sophisticated preparation especially on its stews, asados, and large assortments of desserts. Chorizo al vino  (chorizo stewed in red wine) prepares the palate with truly worth-relishing meals to come, with its tasty balance of spices drenched in olive oil, paired with tortilla de pimientos (traditional Spanish omelet with peppers). Soup is simple but delicate in flavor, sopa de ajo (poor man’s garlic and bread soup) followed by the aromatic pollo al ajillo (chicken in garlic and olive oil) or gambas al ajillo (shrimps sautéed in olive oil, garlic and chili). To conclude the hearty meal, it’s the well-known family dessert recipe, flan dela abuela (grandma’s Spanish leche flan).

Make lunch or dinner a family affair at Gaudi and Tapella, where the experience will take anyone to Spain’s most note-worthy regions. After all, it’s the company that truly completes the treat for a family of discerning foodies. For inquiries and reservations, please call 757.2710 and 856.0473.

Gaudi is located at the Ground Level of cosmopolitan Serendra in Taguig while Tapella at Ground Level of Greenbelt 5. Both restaurants offer a patio for those who want to be seen and the large booths inside good for power talks and intimate chats. Surrounded by top Business offices, theatres and high end shops, it makes an ideal spot for a quiet coffee, a fashionable lunch or a romantic dinner.

Marriott Manila Bags Gold in Chef Wars National Level Final Match

Marriott Hotel Manila takes pride in winning gold in the recent National Food Showdown 2011 at The World Trade Center. Organized by ABS-CBN, the 5th annual competition gathered students and professionals to showcase passion, talent, and creativity. The proud team headed by Executive Banquet Chef Raffy Hubilla, bagged the gold award and became the first recorded hotel winner in the history of the event.

A competition highlighting a lemon –inspired menu, the team won the hearts of the judges with the highly-acclaimed trio of lemon essence, pan-seared scallop with tomato cucumber salsa, lemon chicken with creamy potato pearls, garlic French beans and fruity salsa with lemon honey gravy sauce and a dessert featuring a lemon and chocolate cheesecake with vanilla tuile.

Shown in photo are commis II Prince Patino, general manager Richard Saul, demi chef Reevo Arnuco, banquet chef Raffy Hubilla, chef de partie Boyet Montes, executive chef Meik Brammer, and F&B director Matthias Widor.

Marriott Hotel Manila is a full service hotel and has four superb restaurants. For inquiries, visit www.marriott.com.mnlap or call (632) 988-9999.

ABOUT MARRIOTT HOTEL MANILA

An inviting beacon set in the world-class casino entertainment complex of Resorts World Manila, Marriott Hotel Manila is the place to work and play. Ideally located in Newport City across Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3, it is a convenient 15 minute drive from Makati Business District and Bonifacio Global City. Affording a splendid view of the adjoining 18-hole Villamor Golf Course, it boasts 342 exquisite guest accommodations that offers luxurious bedding, in-room safe, mini-bar, high-speed Internet, air conditioning, 40″ full high definition LCDs with IPTV, videos on demand and jack pack plug-and-play system. The hotel features excellent dining options such as Marriott Cafe, Cru Steakhouse, Java+ and Lobby Lounge. Leisure facilities include Quan Spa, Health Club, Salon and Newport Mall. With a Grand Ballroom and several meeting rooms, Marriott Hotel Manila is also the ultimate destination for meetings and events, from weddings to gala dinner celebrations.

A Soiree of Flavors at Cru Steakhouse

It’s a weekend Friday, possibly most people favorite day of the week. And why not? It’s the best time to recharge, relax, and have a classy celebratory dinner with family or friends. On October 7, Cru Steakhouse will have a second round up of wine dinner pairing event featuring no less than the famous Cotes du Rhône 2010 of France.

Internationally acclaimed for its earthy and delicious notes, connoisseurs just simply come together to sip away and enjoy the full-flavored “Rhone-style” wine. Explore an elegant soiree of flavors at Cru Steakhouse, where both experts and enthusiasts can savor and compare three premium Cotes du Rhone 2010 varieties: St. Joseph, L’Arzelle, and Les Pimpiognoles.

For only P2500 per head, this rare offering comes with an exquisite three-course dinner personally hand-picked by Executive Chef Meik Brammer and Cru Steakhouse sous chef Rej Casanova. Known for carefully prepared grilled beef, freshly made salads and sumptuous desserts, Cru Steakhouse ranks high for its consistent quality of food.

Partake to this subtle and rich welcome pica pica: chives and cream cheese wonton, spicy pulled pork canapé, and tofu ceviche. It is followed by crunchy and mellifluent duck confit croquette, which is a delicate and light combo of citrus frisee salad and pumpkin puree. Main course is one of Cru’s signature steaks, the grilled Australian grain-fed Angus rib eye. Tender and peppered with Cru’s secret 14 spices, creamy garlic sprouts, garlic whipped potato, and herbed roasted tomato, this one is a certified wine pair favorite. For dessert, it’s a death by chocolate pleasure with dark mango passion fruit chocolate, which is a luscious proudly in-house-made Maracaibo ice cream with raspberry coulis.

Try something new and discover a new way to enjoy wine and steak at the elegantly designed Cru Steakhouse. Be educated and at same time, capture the real essence of engaging to this exclusive event—wine and dine plus catch up with loved ones in a stylish way.

For inquiries and reservations, call Cru Steakhouse at 988-9999.

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ABOUT MARRIOTT HOTEL MANILA:

An inviting beacon set in the world-class casino entertainment complex of Resorts World Manila, Marriott Hotel Manila is the place to work and play. Ideally located in Newport City across Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3, it is a convenient 15 minute drive from Makati Business District and Bonifacio Global City. Affording a splendid view of the adjoining 18-hole Villamor Golf Course, it boasts 342 exquisite guest accommodations that offers luxurious bedding, in-room safe, mini-bar, high-speed Internet, air conditioning, 40″ full high definition LCDs with IPTV, videos on demand and jack pack plug-and-play system. The hotel features excellent dining options such as Marriott Cafe, Cru Steakhouse, Java+ and Lobby Lounge. Leisure facilities include Quan Spa, Health Club, Salon and Newport Mall. With a Grand Ballroom and several meeting rooms, Marriott Hotel Manila is also the ultimate destination for meetings and events, from weddings to gala dinner celebrations.

On Getting an Insurance

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I know not many people understand the value of having an insurance. Little do they know that getting an insurance is like forcing yourself to save. You are guaranteed that ou have something set aside for the rainy days, and more importantly it will protect your loved ones when you go.

My family has always believed in insurance. That’s why we’re all covered. I first got aware of the concept of insurance or pension plans when I was going to college. My father handed me an amount to open a savings account to cover for my allowance through college years. And that was from a plan that my grandfather paid up for me. My brother got his, too.

I can’t entirely blame people to think twice about getting an insurance especially when they hear about insurance companies folding up. But for me, it’s only a matter of taking a calculated risk. Of course, you don’t get from the less reliable companies!

Anyway, if you are like me who believe in insurance, you can start by getting an Aptus life insurance quote. It’s free and they offer really good advice on insurance. It can be confusing to choose which plan best suits your need. You may choose those term life plans where you get a coverage at a fixed rate for a specified period of time, or term. Once the specified term maturs or is completed, the policy is no longer valid and you can either forego coverage or renegotiate coverage at new rates and under new conditions.

If you want to know more about insurance, you may go to IIX.com and get underwriting advice that help you evaluate risks and make informed decisions on which insurance coverage suits you.

Also, it’s better to get an insurance at a young age. You get more years covered, you get it cheaper, and yet better benefits in the end.

How Much Should I Budget for a Backpacking Holiday?

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The question most commonly asked by young travellers about to make their maiden voyage on a backpacking holiday is ‘how much should I budget?’ The answer, of course, is something like ‘how long is a piece of string?’ Budgeting for a backpacking holiday, especially if you’re going to be visiting several countries, can be extremely complex, so it’s essential that you properly understand the costs, varying factors and times you’re dealing with. For example, a backpacking holiday to Australia is going to have a very different accommodation budget to a backpacking holiday in Thailand, as Sydney hostels are much more expensive than Bangkok ones! Here are a few tips about factors you should consider when making your budget plan.

Flights, Internal Travel and Distances

When it comes to budgeting for the actual practicalities of travelling to and around your destination, you’ll need to do a bit of research. Take into account not only the cost of getting there, but also the pricing of flights and travel once you’re there. For example, South America has relatively cheap internal bus travel, but internal flights are quite expensive. You need to decide whether it’s worth getting there quickly and saving money on accommodation and living costs, or taking it slow and saving on the travel.

Accommodation

Take into account both your accommodation preferences and the options available. While a backpacker hostel might be adequate accommodation in the UK or Australia, in countries like India and Thailand, you’re probably going to be happier with a hotel. You need to work out how long you’ll be staying in each place and work out your budget accordingly. As you travel from place to place, prices will of course vary, and this might have some bearing on the decision of where to go. When you’re working out your accommodation budget, factor in the dates you’ll be staying in each place. Be aware that high season and low season rates might apply, and that in places where a big event is being held while you’re there it’s likely you’ll have trouble just turning up with out a booking, and may have to pay extra.

Activities and Daily Living Costs

Budget for your day to day living costs as well as your extras such as tours, activities and sightseeing. Working out a budget that will not only allow you to do the things you have planned, but that will also allow you to take opportunities as they arise is the key.

Before You Go

Remember that part of your travel budget needs to take into account expenses before you even leave on the trip. Things like travel insurance, visas, immunizations and equipment will all have to be purchased, and you don’t want to have to start chipping into the accommodation fund!

Budgeting for a backpacking holiday takes a bit of research and can be a lot morecomplex than it first appears, but the more you know about the places you’re headed to, the easier it will be to create a realistic budget—and savings plan—before you go.

VISAtisified Voyager: US Embassy in Manila Visa Blog

Blog Watch reports that the US Embassy in Manila launches a new visa blog titled VISAtisfied Voyager. The  blog will provide timely and relevant information about the Nonimmigrant and Immigrant visa processes.

Daily posts will help US visa applicants with their concerns or questions, and applicants can even begin a conversation about up-to-date news and information on US visa application.

Isn’t this cool?

Check out VISAtisfied Voyager now!

Nuffnang’s Blog Day 2011 – My 6 Interesting Blogs

Nuffnang is celebrating Blog Day 2011 and is inviting all bloggers to share their list of blogs that they find interesting.

Here’s my list.

daphne.ph – I check out this blog every day for inspiration. I love Daphne’s take on family, lifestyle, and everything else in between.

sportydad.com – What I find interesting in this blog is that it narrates sports stories in the raw. It’s a dad’s way of sharing to the world his love of sports.

http://www.live-travel-blog.com/ – I love traveling, and this blog is a dynamic account of places, food, and anything and everything you will experience while living and traveling.

http://frootsalad.blogspot.com/ – A relatively new blog, but I can already see that this will be a good and interesting blog about the land down under, Australia – my must see place!

http://www.ilovephotoblogs.com/ - Through this blog, I get to see interesting photography and photo blogs from around the world. Simply awesome!