You will never go hungry in Bacolod :)

If there is one thing I've learned from my Bacolod trip is that it's simply impossible to get hungry in that place.

Here's a rundown of what I ate in Bacolod when I came to visit a couple of months ago:

The first one's actually not in Bacolod but in Silay City. Our plane landed at around 6 AM, and as the airport is in Silay, we explored Silay City first. We had breakfast at El Ideal; Daddy had Molo soup and I had Porksilog. Both were not bad but not exactly memorable, but it filled our tummy nonetheless for an adventure-packed day :)

Apple Pie, Php75

White Chocolate Cheesecake, Php85

Hot Chocolate, Php50

I honestly think Calea deserves a separate post altogether, but let's reserve that for when I go back? :) Everyone I talked to about Bacolod insisted I should visit Calea, and so I did just that the moment I stepped down on Bacolod soil from the jeepney ride from Silay City. The facade with its blue doors were inviting, and the interiors were basking in natural sunlight. An overwhelming display of refrigerated cakes welcomed us once inside, and I just couldn't pick which ones we'll get; everything looked divine and delicious. In the end, I had my eyes set on White Chocolate cheesecake for decadence and Apple pie for something healthier or so I'd like to believe. Calea's cakes are rich but not overpowering; they're not too sweet that you easily get tired from them as some desserts usually go. Oh no, definitely not. I think their cakes are straightforward delicious, unpretentious and you can't help but simply fall in love with them. And I don't think you can ever get that quality of cakes at their price range here in Manila. In a way, I agree that they never branched out of Bacolod because now I will always have a reason to go back.

Next pitstop is another Bacolod institution, Pendy's. Considering that our bill reached more than 500 pesos for 2 persons, I was quite underwhelmed with Pendy's. The ribs I ordered were tender, and not bad but it was nothing to rave home about. I was really more disappointed with the desserts. All three we ordered, the napoleones, half-moon and brazo de mercedes, were too sweet for my liking.

After Pendy's, we headed straight to The Ruins. After reveling in the beauty of the structure and the amazing stories behind the majestic mansion, I roamed the grounds and was pleased to find a pizzeria. However, I found it weird to have found an Italian restaurant in a local tourist site. Oh well. Since I was still stuffed with all the food we ate at Pendy's, I opted for a light olive oil-based  salad. It was good and just perfectly light,  and exactly what I needed :) 

And of course, I think it's sacrilege not to eat inasal when you're in Bacolod. We headed off to Manukan Country in front of SM Bacolod for our inasal fix. I've had my fair share of inasal elsewhere and in all fairness, Bacolod's version is quite a standout. Tasty, tender and cooked up until it's a little burnt - just the way I like it. Such a pity we were already in a rush when I went to Manukan Country. I'll make more time the next chance I'm back.

Hahaha, I reviewed my article and I realize I made a couple of vows to go back. And I guess I really will :) I love Bacolod's food and laid-back vibe, and I'll definitely won't mind to go back for more :)