CaliBurger: What you see is what you get

The love story between man and hamburger is said to have originated during the invention of the mechanical meat grinder during the 1860s. The word hamburger probably existed by the end of the Middle Ages. In 1802, the Oxford English Dictionary defined 'Hamburg steak' as salt beef.  

However, another version says that the word that refers to ground beef is German which was derived from the city of Hamburg in Germany but the idea was imported from Russia.

Whichever is true, we just have to be glad that some dude in the past thought of creating beef patties, placing it between two buns and loaded it with greens, tomatoes, cheese and whatever edible that can be held inside the bread.

Personally, I am a big fan of hamburger and will always be a sucker of this mouth-watering treat with r without catsup. That’s why I was quick to say yes when somebody invited me to try the offerings of a newly-opened burger joint in the metro.

CaliBurger Philippines just opened two shops this year, one at the 4^th level of Century Mall, Kalayaan Avenue, Makati City and the other store is at Timog Avenue, Quezon City (in front of GMA Network). A welcome treat to every burger-loving Pinoys who now have the chance to bite on the yummy buns that have also invaded Shanghai, Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Dubai, Bahrain and Kuwait.

As soon as I enter the store, I know that this one place that I can find refuge especially during times that I need to finish some workloads alone. The shop is clean, spacious and feels relaxing, or should I say refreshing.

I was looking at the menu and was quite impressed with the presentation of the set meal for the BBQ Bacon Cheese Burger. It is layered with 100% USDA Prime Angus Beef patty. Double smoked bacon, and sweet and tangy house-made BBQ sauce. It comes with a serving of either fries or onion rings and unlimited refills of drink and costs only P195.

And you know what, when my order was served, I was like a little surprised that it looks better than the picture on the table standee. This is one of those rare times that what I see on the menu, is what I got served on my table. This is the actual comparison with no filter used. 

Usually, I eat my burger for about 15-30 minutes while browsing my tablet or reading a magazine or a book. But with this CaliBurger offering, I was like munching it and liking every bite in between my onion rings and in less than 10 minutes, I finished the set.  

If want more of CaliBurger’s Always Fresh products, you can check out CaliBurgerPH on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.   

Dine like a King at King Bee

I usually spend Sunday with my family for a stroll in a mall or a fun activity after attending mass in the morning. But last February 16, we had to scrap our routine and decided to stay at home to rest after a busy week highlighted by a week-long Family Day celebration in my son’s school and a get-together with some high school buddies.

However, the mole on my right foot was that itchy that I could not stay firm lying on a sofa. Come lunch time, I found myself inside the newly constructed behemoth Fisher Mall in Quezon City to attend the soft opening of the latest branch of King Bee Chinese Food restaurant.

King Bee is a modern, contemporary yet authentic Chinese restaurant with eight branches in to date. They have two outlets in Cavite, one in Laguna, one in Antipolo, one in Las Pinas, and three in Quezon City including the newest addition to the growing food venture.

As you enter the restaurant, you will take notice of the decoration that gives a unique ambience t and warm relaxed atmosphere. Indeed, a culinary escape from the daily hustle and bustle of daily life. It is just the place to have a luxurious bite, thanks to the accommodating and friendly staff. Well, personally, it felt like I was treated kingly while dining in.

Whether you’re a Chinese food lover or not, you are sure to be captivated by the aromatic flavors and distinctive blend of galangal, lemongrass, lime Leaf and coriander that spice up some of the dishes at King Bee.

Choose from the delectable dishes such as Dimsum Platter and Yang chow rice. Delight in the delicious flavours Chicken with Asparagus and take a hefty bite of tasty Roasted Chicken with Beef Fried Rice. Perhaps you prefer Sweet and Sour Pork with delectable Yangchow Fried Rice.

Come next Sunday, my wife and I plan to have lunch at King Bee to spend a post Valentine date. This time, it’s just the two of us. And I will definitely bring a camera with fully-charged battery so I can finally take photos of the food that should be appearing (and teasing) in this post.

Thanks for my friend and fellow blogger Marco Demo for the invitation and the privilege to be one of the first to dine-in at King Bee – Fisher Mall. Check their menu Facebook.