A&D's Weekend Guide (August 12-13): The Nearness of We, The Ultimate Mommy Clearance Clearout Sale and More!

I haven't done this in awhile!

Here's what's happening this weekend!

August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month! Mommy Mundo together with photographer and breastfeeding advocate, Stanley Ong, is having a breastfeeding exhibit entitled "The Nearness of We" to celebrate the special bond between a mom and her child and the family that supports them.

Come visit the exhibit at The Podium Mall starting August 9-13 and SM Aura Premier from August 14-17!

Another Mommy Mundo event! The Ultimate Mommy Clearance Clearout is also happening this weekend at The Great Big Room of Fun Ranch Ortigas! August 11-13 10AM-7PM!

If you're in the south, there's also an End of Season sale happening! Stock Wipeout will be at the Madison Galeries at Alabang Hills. It's a one-day event (August 12) only. Doors will open at 10AM!

Oh and Common Room is now open in ATC!!! Please come and visit the store! It's near the cinemas and Pancake House.

Happy Hump Day, guys! Konti na lang weekend na!

A&D Antipolo Eats: Vieux Chalet Swiss Restaurant

The main agenda for our trip to Antipolo was to eat at Vieux Chalet Swiss Restaurant. BOS has been wanting to eat here for the longest time. Funny story though..  when I told him that I wanted to try Vieux Chalet, he said "Tagal na kaya kita niyaya dyan!". Haha! Mommy brain, sorry naman! After our brunch at Eggs for Breakfast, we went to Pinto Museum to kill time before going to Vieux Chalet for an early dinner.

I am so glad that there's Waze nowadays, it was easier to navigate to anywhere. But it was still challenge to get there because there was some road works and we need to pass another way going there, but we still arrived just in time for sunset. I also called them on our way, making sure that we'll have a table when we arrive.

Loved the quirky yet homey and cozy vibe.

If you are looking to try a new restaurant and want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, Vieux Chalet should be in your list.

Vieux Chalet is a one of Antipolo's best kept secret. Vieux Chalet is owned by the Hassig Family and it first opened in 1984. It is our first time to try Swiss food so I was very excited. I've also checked blogs for review and recommendation but I've noticed the menu is different. I just asked the Restaurant Manager Rico, who was our server for recommendations. Rico was so nice and accommodating, he made us feel at home.

For starters, we had the Swiss Raclette. I'm new to the whole cheese game. It was my first time to try raclette. I love everything except for the pickled onions.

The kids had the 5-Cheese Grilled Pizza. Generous amounts of cheese, just the way we like it. I love it!!! The kids removed the arugula and alfalfa when they ate it though.

BOS and I are meat lovers! I ordered the Pork Fillet Mignon. It was tender and juicy. I finished everything in my plate! Hindi ako gutom pero naubos ko haha!

BOS had the Beef Tenderloin, cooked medium rare. BOS gives it a thumbs up!

I wish I had room for dessert, that Ricotta Cheesecake on the menu sounds yummy! We went home with happy tummies. I hope we'll have another chance to visit Vieux Chalet again in the future. Too many restaurants to try, so little time! Thank you BOS for always letting me know which restaurants to try even when I'm not always listening haha!

Vieux Chalet Swiss Restaurant

456 Taktak Road, Sitio Sampaguita, Brgy. Sta. Cruz

Antipolo City, 1870

A&D Antipolo Eats: Eggs for Breakfast

Another weekend, another road trip! After Y's exam week, I needed my much deserved break. Ako talaga? Haha! We all needed a quick trip to enjoy ourselves, revisit a favorite and discover new restaurants and feed our soul. BOS has been wanting to go back to Antipolo to try Eggs for Breakfast and Vieux Chalet (next post!) and so we did last March.

We were choosing between Rustic Mornings and Eggs for Breakfast. Since we were all hangry na and Eggs for Breakfast was nearer, we had brunch here.

Eggs for Breakfast is located at Velada Estate, #21 Don Juan Street, Villa Cecilia Subdivision Sumulong Highway, Barangay Mambugan, Lower Antipolo, Antipolo, Rizal. Just Waze it! :)

Very instagrammable place!

The place looks like it's a part of a compound of events places, parang a guest house turned into a restaurant. It's a small cozy restaurant which can seat probably around 40? Before arriving at the cafe, I checked for reviews online and suggestions on what to order. I also always asked what's the recommended dish/es whenever we try new restaurants, so here's what we ordered:

BOS ordered Lemonade, Php40.

While I had their Flat White Php130. They served good coffee ha..

BOS had the One Pan Breakfast, Php470, which probably was the most sulit dish we ordered that morning. We all ate from Papa's Plate!

The kids shared this plate of Buttermilk Pancakes with Eggs and Bacon, Php280. It was just okay. Kids didn't finish them. The pancake was a bit bland. They like the fast food kind more.

I had the Eggs Benedict, Php330. It was good but nothing special. I really wanted to like it but it was just okay for me.

Verdict? Food was just okay. Price point is a bit high. Maybe I would have enjoyed our food if it wasn't so hot inside. Order the One Pan Breakfast if you are going to try Eggs for Breakfast, the others weren't as memorable.

Eggs for Breakfast

Velada Estate, 21 Don Juan Street, Villa Cecilia Subdivision, Lower Antipolo, Mambugan, Lower Antipolo, Rizal

Operating hours: 7AM to 5PM

Contact Number: (02) 213 2434

Facebook Page: Eggs for Breakfast

Instagram: @eggsforbreakfastcafe

Be a King and Queen of Candies at the Candy Corner Kingdom This Weekend, December 12-14!

I remember when I was younger (younger talaga?! haha!), I would always go to a Candy Corner and grab some of those strawberry gummies and those teeth/gums gummies! But I haven't had those in a long time! Y and R haven't had their Candy Corner experience yet so I'm taking them this weekend to the Candy Corner Kingdom from December 12-14 from 10:00AM to 10:00PM at the Glorietta Activity Center! Time for them to become a #CandyCornerKid at the #CandyCornerKingdom!

Come to the castle made of candies and dreams, and gummy bears, smiles, and yes, jelly beans! You're all invited, so come and have fun! Experience the magic of the Candy Corner Kingdom!

To get a free ticket, just purchase Php500 worth of products from the Candy Christmas Market or buy the ticket for Php300 at the Candy Castle's gates! You can also win tickets by checking out Candy Corner Facebook Page!

There will be fun and exciting games, hands-on activities, interactive booth displays and of course lots and lots of candies!!! Find your favorites from Jelly Belly, Wonka, Brown & Haley, Noble Chocolates, Cacao and Nuts About Candy! See you there!!!

A&D Weekend Guide: MaARTe Artisan Fair 2014 and Bento 101 With The Bento Mommas!

Happening this weekend! Prepare your shopping money! Or join the Bento 101 with The Bento Mommas! Heehee!

maARTe is a volunteer-run endeavor that showcases museum-quality Philippine arts and crafts. It will bring together up to sixty (60) participants engaged in the production of handcrafted, indigenous, and artisanal products not commonly found in the malls, thereby providing visitors a unique shopping experience.

Here's just ome of the things you'll see at the fair! I wish I can go! If you love handmade and artisan products, this is the bazaar for you!

And here's the list of the exhibitors this weekend!

 See you there!

Follow and Like!

Facebook: maARTe
Instagram: @maarte_artisanfair

Or if you want to learn how to make bento, you can join the Bento 101 by The Bento Mommas this Saturday at The Crib at Fun Ranch!

August 30, 2014, Saturday, from 2-4pm.

Limited slots are available. Pre-registration is required!

Register here.

Follow and Like!

Facebook: Bento Mommas
Instagram: @thebentomommas

Twitter: @thebentomommas

A&D Weekend Guide: Mommy Mundo Clearance Sale, Banana Peel Family Fun Ville, Babypalooza Bazaar

It's a payday weekend and when it's payday weekend, we go shopping!!! There's two shopping and one family event happening this weeekend.

First, it's Mommy Mundo Clearance Clear Out Sale (August 15-17, 10AM to 7PM) Who doesn't love sales? You can even do your early Christmas shopping na! Shop for your favorite brands up to 75% off! I wanna go but I'm not sure if I have time huhu!

This is happening at The Crib and Thr Great Big Room of Fun Ranch, Ortigas! All credit cards will be accepted at the sale! Oh and they're giving way a brand new Aprica stroller to shoppers! Check this link to learn on how to join and win!

And after shopping at Mommy Mundo Clearance Clear Out Sale, drop by the Babypalooza Bazaar (August 16-17, 10AM to 7PM) at the Walter Hogan Conference Center in Ateneo de Manila, Quezon City.

Here you can shop for both brand new and pre-loved items from toys, baby gears and more! I wanna go and check out the pre-loved items like a car seat for R. I'm sure there will be a lot of good deals! Shop na!

And remember to bring your own bag!

And last but not the least, drop by the Banana Peel Family Fun Ville this Sunday (12NN to 6PM) at the Midtown Atrium, Robinson's Place Manila! This a fun-filled event for the whole family! Just purchase Php500 worth of Banana Peel Flip-Flops from participating Robinson's Department Store branches and get a pass good for 3!

And here's just some of things you can enjoy at the event!

Snap fun memories during the event!

 Munch on King Sue products!

And have your nails glammed up by Lulu Nails and Dry Bar!

Exciting times, right? Will I see you at any of the events? Please say hi! And enjoy the weekend ahead!

A&D Weekend Guide: Super 8 Warehouse Sale, Mompreneur Market, Make Your Own Kiddie Party

Another weekend, another guide!

Where to go? Where to shop? I've got it for you!

Happening at The Crib this weekend! Smart Senses Talk and The Mompreneur Market! Make sure to register!

 Looking for great shopping deals?  Great discount? Shop at this weekend's Super 8 Grocery Warehouse Sale!

 Planning your baby's first birthday? Wanne do it yourself? Join Manila Workshop's Make Your Own Kiddie Party! Make sure to register!

Have a Happy Weekend!