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Grandmomma's Kitchen - IL Terrazzo Tomas Morato QC

We wanted to try out a new restaurant and I decided to check out my Enjoy Ph app. Searched for Tomas Morato and saw a restaurant I'm not familiar with. Thing is, I forgot to bring my Enjoy Philippines card but we still decided to push through.

Monday, November 22, 2010

The Real Thing Diner - Il Terrazzo Tomas Morato (Coca Cola Inspired Diner)

Other than the fad of Asian Chain restaurants opening around Metro Manila like Lugang Cafe and Crystal Jade Xiao Long Bao, there's also a fad of diners. I haven't tried the one in Eastwood and Tomas Morato.

Last Sunday, we chanced upon a new diner in the 2nd floor of Il Terrazzo mall (Tomas Morato). It has a rather simple facade - not amusing.nor over decorated. Simple and straight to the point - a diner. Coca-Cola inspired diner.

The Real Thing Diner.


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 You will notice the red and white accent which reminds you of a famous soft drink brand, Coca Cola.

Monday, June 29, 2009

Cesca Wine Cafe at Il Terrazzo in Tomas Morato

===UPDATE===
This restaurant is already closed.


If you think that going to Makati or Serendra is a must for your upscale socializing needs.. you must know that Tomas Morato has something new to offer!

I've been to Il Terrazzo mall several times before and I never braved going in Cesca Wine Cafe because this is how elegant it looks...

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Well, I finally had the chance and went in to try it out. Upon going in, there were far more intimidating things that greeted us that screams "Warning, warning! This resto is expensive!"

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The finer things in life -- Noritake Silverwares

But, friendly waiter staffs greeted and made us feel at home. Upon sitting down, we were given the menu and some bread, butter and water. I was surprised by the price of the food!
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Creamy Baked Pumpkin, laced with sweet white wine and topped with basil foam - Php 135.00 only

Because we were waiting for a friend, we decided to get some appetizers first.

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Beef Tenderloin Cubes with wild mushrooms and garlic flakes stir fried in olive oil - Salpicao in short :p - Php245.00

The beef was so tender and juicy that it will make your mouth water.

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Fresh Salmon marinated with sea salt, fresh dill leaves and assorted spices - Php180.00

It really tasted fresh and delicious! Actually, this would pass as an entrée. Just add rice and your good to go!

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Seared boneless chicken laced with creamy green papper corn sauce - Php185.00

Looks can be deceiving as this may look like an ordinary chicken. It has a tinge taste of herbs.

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Fillet of Dory served with Wasabi cream and asparagus tips. - Php225.00

Well, as others claim that their Dory melts in your mouth, this Dory does too!

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Pasta in olive oil, garlic and mixed seafood with basil. - Php185.00

A must try pasta to satisfy your carbohydrate needs.

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Pizza with yummmmmeeeee Goat Cheese - Php295.00

Believe me, the cheese is really filled with cheesy goodness!!!


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The last but not the least.... their Blueberry Cheesecake is to die for. I can testify that this is the best cheesecake yet in Metro Manila. Don't leave Cesca without trying this dessert!

We had a great long lunch that time and I can't wait to go back there again! See? The prices are really affordable. It's actually so affordable that other restaurants you go to are even more expensive.



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Cheftonio
Cesca Wine Cafe Review