Invading Tagaytay!

Summer's here! And I'm pretty sure beach-bums are psyched about going to the beach and all. But most days, I'm pretty sure people wish it's the Christmas season again. I envy Baguio because they have the sun, but not the heat. But I can't always go on 5 hour drives just to escape the heat. The next best thing would have to be Tagaytay. 

My friend celebrated his birthday just recently and wee wanted to hang out and surprise him. It's not everyday that one turns 25 right? We decided to go to Tagaytay.

First stop was: Bag of Beans

We wanted to see the place, We've always had trips to Tagaytay but never had the chance to visit this wonderful place. It was packed with people but had that serene, almost romantic pull with it. They also served meals but we opted to have a taste of their hot chocolates and white chocolate mocha. The hot drinks, the ambience and the tagaytay chill seemed perfect. It's a great date place.

Hot Choco, Biscotti c/o Lot :)

White chocolate mocha

Second stop: Sonja's Garden!

My favorite place in all of Tagaytay! It's a bit farther than the other tourist spots in Tagaytay and will usually require you to bring a car but I assure you, the place is wonderful. They have a restaurant there and they also have offers with receptions. The thing that makes me come back here everytime though is their Cheese Hopia! The best there is! Sonja's Garden is full of plants and places where you and your friends can hang out and take pictures. I've been here a couple of times but I always look forward to going back here. The buffet price is a little bit pricey though, If your on a tight budget you can still enjoy the scenery and opt to eat somewhere else. But I really recommend that you take home their famous cheese hopia with you. A hundred bucks per pack, It's definitely worth it! I was almost heartbroken when we went here recently because all that was left was a single pack. At least I was able to purchase some. :)

Last bag of cheese hopia!

Happy Birthday Dan!

Last Stop: Cliff House!

We used to eat at Leslies everytime but I was not for Filipino Food this time. We were undecided and so we opted to go to Cliff House. Unlike the other restaurants, Cliff House is a collection of so many restaurants. There's also a hotel where you can opt to stay. 

Like most restaurants, it is located in a place overlooking the taal lake and Volcano. It has a collection of restaurants and dessert houses. They have yohgurt, mochiko and other places where you can refuel your stomach. We decided to eat in Boun Jurno!

We wanted Italian, I wanted Italian actually haha as always. I ended up ordering pasta and my friend ordered Rissotto.

to die for, they have killer risotto dishes here

my Ravioli

grilled chicken asparagus for my diet conscious friend

I had the best time here, We opted to eat outside because of the chilly air, we managed to secure comfortable seats too! We lost track of time probably because that's how it is when your in good company!

Oh and before I forget, the best part opf eating here was their refillable bread baskets! haha! We ate like crazy there, and though the food's a bit pricey we really ate a lot of bread to make up for it. :)