Inasal, Atbp.

Food binge, that was what our party did while in Bacolod. We were there for an event, but of course, other than what was official, we were all excited to explore what the province had to offer. I in particular, was genuinely curious. I haven't been in the place for years and yet, Bacolod continues to be included in my list of foodie's paradise. Here's why:

Hotel Food
Our first meal there was at the Planta Hotel restaurant where we met their young gracious chef who offered some of his creations such as Bangus Sisig and Pakbet.

Pakbet - Planta Hotel


Bangus Sisig - Planta Hotel


Dinner at Manokan Country, Atbp.
In Manokan Country, their Chicken Inasal has been enough to make me come back. I particularly like the pa-a, which is the leg part. Nothing beats perfectly grilled chicken legs dipped in sinamak vinegar. We all went kamayan style (which I personally haven't done for some time) and truly enjoyed it.

Glaring Manokan Country


Coffeeshop Madness
That night, other the getting our hands dirty in Manokan Country for our Inasal fix, we decided to cap our meal with coffee and desserts at Kuppa. We noticed a lot of coffeeshops in Bacolod. Franchised or not, the locals seem to gravitate toward these types of establishments and mind you, it has become a family destination (even while late at night, we saw school age children with their parents?!)




Coffee, gelato and desserts - these were Kuppa's offerings which we've tried, but they do serve savory items as well. The chocolate lava cake was perfectly done, slice and expect the oozing chocolate ganache right there - yum, yum.

Choco Lava Cake


Here Comes the Sun
Sansrival chips were also quite famous in Bacolod - it is basically deconstructed Sansrival, with the meringue done ala fingers or wafers style, and the buttercream icing served as a dip. "Rival of the sun" - that was how they would call it - we got confused really, but, after figuring out why it's called such, we all laughed. (Hope you got it too!)

Sansrival ala Kuppa


Another must-have is the choco-peanut butter bombe. A mini dome of goodness, this one's not only pretty but also gives you a sweet-salty-chewy mouthful of heaven. It actually reminds of choco-mallows enhanced with peanut butter and chocolate mousse combined.

Choco Peanut Butter Bombe


Last Meal
We decided to have a "progressive lunch" during our last day. Because the molo soup in El fisher comes highly recommended, we decided to have this and was very happy with our decision. The broth was cooked beautifully, seasoned just right and with the molo balls floating like crazy - a bite of both soft and chewy, leaving you asking for more.

Pancit Molo - El Fisher


They serve the molo soup with these pretty little soft and freshly baked buns which may be dipped in the broth and eaten with butter.



Dessert Haven
We decided to skip the main dish because we were stuffed from all the Pancit Molo goodness that we devoured. There is always room for dessert though. Just a stone's throw away from El Fisher is Calea Bakeshop. I call this, their local Red Ribbon, with a variety of cakes and pastries they offer. Practically 3 full length chillers are filled up with cakes!

Calea's Cakes


When in Bacolod, don't forget to get yourself with a variety of food pasalubongs - from piayas to tarts, lumpia to Lechon. Make sure your bags have that extra space, just in case.