DelishTreat: Dexter's Pizza

05.25.13

It has been an all girls Saturdate because the hubby was out for a basketball game. I was craving for pizza and from my good experience in our previous visits I would always come back for Dexter's Pizza. Our favorite branch is at Caltex Ecoland (near SM City Davao) because like in the past we are lucky to have the place all to ourselves and the girls can have ice cream from Starmart because it is just connected to the pizza place. 

The girls ordered a medium size yummy ham and cheese. Mamo and I had a medium shawarma pizza. Their medium sized pizza has 6 slices which is good for two persons. We tried their Wedge N Wings in both barbecue and spicy flavors. The wedges are good because they use real potatoes but I am not really into their wings. The highlight of our dinner is the ice cream. The girls had Cornetto while Mamo and I loved the Chocolate Truffle Magnum. 

The night was not only full of pizza and ice cream but also the opportunity to cozily laugh about our candy crush successes and failures, model in our own right for a family photo opportunity and even if not expressed explicitly, strengthen our love for one another. 

How was your Saturdate? 

we are happy that they have booths.

menu board and light details

Starmart

10 inch yummy ham and cheese for Php 130

their nice staff took our photos

10 inch shawarma for Php 130

my favorite

Vanilla Cornetto

Choco Caramel Cornetto

do you want some? 

model wannabe

Wonderland: Subic

Discovering a wonderland is a dream come true for a wanderlust. Luckily, I have had the opportunity (though quite scarce due to my work) to be in places I have fell in love with. I only have a couple of places on my list but I hope to discover more of my personal wonderland in the future. 

The first on the list would be Boracay. I was just swept away by the pristine water and milky sand during my first visit in September 2011  (click to read my previous post) with my honey buddy, Faye Anne Marie. After that quick visit, I vowed to myself to return and I did on May 2012 with my husband, friend and bro-in-law for a pre- celebration of my 30th and our 10th wedding anniversary. Guess what? We will have another Boracay experience this October 2013 and this time with the whole gang. I would want my two girls and my mom to witness Boracay's beauty first hand. Although it is too early, I cannot keep ourselves from being super excited. Honestly, the desire to travel is one of my many motivations to work best and save harder. 

Boracay's laid-back experience is a sure treat for me. 

cave experience in May 2012

The second on my list is Subic. Ever since I set foot on the former U.S. Air Base, I have called it a happy place. It is not just because of the laid back experience, night out (which we hardly do in Davao) or the shopping spree at the outlet store but most of all this has been a bonding haven with my very beautiful (inside and out) friends. 

04. 2011

chicas with Mark at the Subic Yatch Club

chillin' at the club's resto

04.2013

Teachers know how to have fun... clean fun and enjoyment at the Pier One. It was indeed an epic night! (photos are from Mars Severino)

goofing around

class picture before going home

Laid back night out at the Lighthouse. It was a night of sweet music.

my chicas

Mars sharing his singing prowess

model wannabe pose

Child-like fun at Ocean Adventure was so fun despite the heat of the summer sun.

Ryan and friends

happy dolphins

We had a very good shouting exercise at the Treetop Adventure. My friends were able to try the Superman ride and Free fall.

the not so scardy crew

want to fall from that tree? i don't. LOL.

The tiger at Zoobic was friendly but still scary.

beautiful

more scary ba? LOL

We will be forever grateful for the hospitality and generosity of the Lacorte family who has been hosting us in Subic.

Lacorte brood

me and the beautiful Samantha

I have been in this happy place twice and I was happier when my whole family was able to have their own Subic experience. Our first stop was at the Zoobic then we headed to the Nike Outlet Store and had our lunch at the Harbor Point before going back to Tarlac.

Zoobic is not just for kids but also for the kids at heart.

fambam tiger pose

Lena was ecstatic after meeting the tigers

Lena's pony ride with Daddy Lo

AA's turn

And Oh, they could not forget about the shoe shopping!

panic mode

seeing double???

happy family, happy shopping

What makes a wonderland? Personally, it is creating meaningful and shared experiences with persons closest to our hearts in remarkable places (where ever it may be). Distance nor money cannot determine our wonderland. We do not need to go far or in posh places to make good memories which will be left in the deepest recesses of our hearts. Let us be in our wonderland! 

DelishTreat: My Sweet Tooth... NOT!

I rave over spicy and sour tasting food but very seldom on sweets. My doze of sweetness would be my addiction on Coke and ice tea. Thus, i am not really a fan of cakes and ice cream until I discovered... Selecta Chocolate Truffle and cupcakes.

I can live without eating ice cream but if this will be served to me, I will surely would not let it go without having a round or two. The real chocolates in this ice cream would be worth all the calories I will gain after feasting over it. This 1.66 L, Php 360+ worth of ice cream is a delish treat from heaven.

the cover is telling me it is something special

yummy on the outside

the choco chucks inside make it doubly yummy.

gone in a flash

Another delish treat for me would be cupcakes. I have been looking around for cupcakes in the city and I must say the cupcakes of Joniel's and Taste of Home stand out.

I discovered Joniel's through my friends who have good taste for pastries. Joniel's cupcake is a delish treat for its very affordable price of Php 15 each. 

we surprised our birthday boy with Joniel's cupcakes.

The search for adorable and gratifying cupcakes continue and I finally found one at Taste of Home through the recommendation of our Jesuit brother and fellow foodie, Bro. Jeff Pioquinto. The look of their cupcakes are so appetizing and the taste is divine. Taste of Home is at the Matina Town Square and their cupcakes cost Php 45 for each.

Hershey's on top

chocolate all over

say hello to the ferrero!

I may not have a sweet tooth but these delish treats are toothsome so please do not judge me by my weight. Until our next delish treat, xoxo! ♡♥

Milestone: CFC-Davao's 23rd Founding Anniversary

For four years now, I have been blessed to be part of a community which protects and promotes the sanctity of marriage and nurtures the relationship in the family. And as a bonus, this support group has helped our Jessica discover and develop her potentials.

The anniversary was packed with worship, teaching and sharing of time, talent and treasure. For this year's founding anniversary, the chants and presentations are anchored on the theme: "Obey and Witness" which is very timely for Bishop Valles' call for unity especially for the Couples for Christ in Davao and responding to the recent calamity brought about by typhoon Pablo.

December 9, 2012 (at the RSM center of PWC) has been another year of thanksgiving for the year that was and an energizing start for another year (2013) of serving God through others.

at the backstage

boys prepare their instruments

final practice

people are pouring in the center

waiting for their turn

Delish Treat: Dexter's Pizza

Gastronomic Adventure is one bonding activity my family loves to do. In short, we love to eat and try out different restaurants and food chains. This weekend, we tried Dexter's Pizza at Caltex Starmart in Ecoland, Quimpo Boulevard which is very near SM City Davao. 

I was surprised that they serve big pizzas with very affordable prices. It was also advantageous for us that they have kiddie sizes (Php 60/each) because Jeka and Lena do not like the same variety of pizza. I must say that their pizzas were good and served fresh. Aside from pizzas they also serve wings and wedges. We ordered the 6 pieces at Php 125. 

Shawarma Pizza at Php 285 for 5- 7 persons

Spanish Sardines Pizza at Php 200 for 3-5 persons

I would like to share with you another good news for our family: Lena got good grades and improved already with her confidence in school and Jeka is an honor student again. Big thanks to my Creator for always guiding and blessing my family.

Aa's Honors Card

Until our next Gastronomic Adventure! 

xoxo, K