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Poco Deli, A Revisit

September 5, 2013 by Janey

It’s been a while since I last ate at Poco Deli but I was able to visit again sometime mid-July. Parking is still tough around this part of Kapitolyo but luckily, we were able to park right out front. I walk in the familiar dining area with the display case and counter on the right and a huge shelf of wine at the far end.

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June 17, 2010 by Janey

Bubba invited out to lunch and I can only be a happy beaver to get out of the office environment and enjoy a slow lunch with him. Away from the tall buildings of Ortigas Center, we found ourselves at a small deli near Charlie’s Burger (our usual for lunch dates on weekdays).

Poco Deli, situated unassumingly along East Capitol Drive in Pasig City, has only 5-6 tables including those outside. Upon entering, you’d notice Dave’s Natural Yogurt stand near the counter, display cases of cheeses and other deli products like sausages, and wine display at the end of the dining area.

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Their menu consists of pasta, pizza and sandwiches as well as cheese boards and cold cuts of Mickey Deli’s products. Dave’s Frozen Yogurt for dessert and a list of wines are also available.

On the Table

Pomodoro PHP 155

The pasta pomodoro arrived 5-8 minutes after ordering. It had that sweet light tomato base on angel hair pasta.

Pizza Margherita PHP 280

The pizza took approx. 20-25 minutes before it arrived that Bubba and I only had a slice each before we had it wrapped.

Glass of Wine PHP 140

Pistachio Yogurt PHP 80

I’d probably do a repeat once there’s another lunch out invite, especially if I wanted to stay off the crowded areas like Charlie’s Burger (unless I’m craving for Charlie’s!).

21 East Capitol Drive,

Barrio Kapitolyo, Pasig City, Philippines

(632) 664 0519

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Zubuchon Brings Cebu Lechon to a Prime Roast

April 27, 2010 by Janey

Compared to a delicious trip in Cebu City in 2008, where our friend Norman who is a local there, toured us in the most exciting restaurants in the city, there were only two food things worth remembering in the recent Cebu trip.

One of which is what I’ve been harping to try since I watched the episode of Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations. MarketManila’s Zubuchon –which the famous chef and traveler AB claimed to be, “The best pig ever.”

Since we almost missed our check-in time because of a really poor car service, we couldn’t stop over Banilad Town Center anymore. We decided to just buy the Cebu lechon from the airport, even at a more premium price.

Zubuchon

Fresh/ Frozen Lechon (P490/ Kilo)

Frozen Lechon Ready to Cook Sisig (P295)

I ended up buying 4 kilos, while Bubba’ family got 2 and Rosette got 2 more kilos for her family. We took home 8 kilos in total. I honestly wanted to buy 10 kilos on my own to give as pasalubong to more people and let friends from Manila try this much-talked about Cebu lechon. Bubba knew I’ve been jotting down names on a list since way before the trip. Maybe next time. For now, there are at least 3 friends on that list who have tried Zubuchon.

I’ve tried the other brands before. CNT is the most popular when it comes to Manila-based visitors’ choice (at least in 2008) but locals say that there are better Cebu lechons in town than the widely known CNT. Zubuchon has definitely taken the spotlight from CNT as more and more orders come in to their 2 branches in Cebu.

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Zubuchon’s taste is above the rest because they use only the freshest homegrown organic lemongrass (which makes Cebu lechon taste quite distinct), green onions, local chilies, sea salt and other herbs and spices.

You can also order Zubuchon without having to fly to Cebu. Zubuchin airfreights whole lechons to Manila for your party needs. Place your orders as early as possible since the team has a cap on how many lechons they can serve during weekends. Contact (63917) 627 4761 for order inquiries.

Branches:

Zubuchon Banilad Town Center

(63917) 627 4761

Store Hours: 10AM to 7PM (except Mondays) or until supplies last

Price:

Fresh / Frozen Lechon (P450/ Kilo)

Frozen Lechon Ready to Cook Sisig (P295)

Lechons from PHP4,000-PHP6,000 (depending on the size)

Zubuchon Mactan Domestic Airport, Pre-departure Lounge

Store Hours: 6AM to 9PM or until supplies last

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Zubuchon