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Cozy in Cavite

Posted by imogenkin on November 30, 2011
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This isn’t the first time that I went to Ozzy Cozzy. Been  there a few times before for some drinks but this is the first time that I actually took photos, and this time my sister and H joined us. 🙂

Ozzy Cozzy is a local resto/snack lounge here in Cavite City. They have just started early this year (if i’m not mistaken) and continues to gain frequent customers that enjoy their food and the cozy place, thus the name. Their menu is mostly Australian inspired which makes it unique. Set up as a living room type of diner, you would really feel like you’re home.

“Enough with the intro, Auntie. Give me food already.”

They serve many dishes from fish & chips, sandwiches, desserts, some cocktails and beers and of course some pam-pulutan as well. But one feature that they have is the customized burgers!! Yes, from the word it self, you can customize your burger! 😀

Egg, onions, pickles, cheese, mushroom and the works. Add some to your burger, or if you want to go extreme, add them all! It’s your call. 🙂

Actually, I’m a fan of their Jucy Lucy burger. Have tried that before, and it was so good it is worth another try. I didn’t bother adding any on my order since it tastes awesome as it is and I didn’t want  to mess up the flavors. Hehe

The Jucy Lucy burger. Thick beef patty with cheese filling! With another slice of cheese in ketchup, mayo and teriyaki sauce? Soooo gooood .. and definitely juicy.. And I have to mention it’s only P70. #win!

Chino also had the Jucy Lucy but took advantage! hehe He added some caramelized onions, tomatoes and mustard sauce. +P32 only for the add-ons.. Not bad right? I think he enjoyed it since he loves burgers. ^-^V

Sister’s first choice was fish & chips. Unfortunately not available so she opted for anything without cheese. The owner, who is also a friend of mine, suggested the Chico Burger. Basic burger but my sister said it was good and a hefty serving. Will take note of the price next time hehe.

Of course, the little princess wouldn’t be left out. This extra serving of chips is for her. 🙂

Last but not the least is the Sweet Chili Chicken Wings. Originally ordered the Hickory flavored one, but not available so we settled for this which is equally good. And we got it for only P125 (5 pcs).

After the meal, I asked Chino and my sister about what they think of the place and the food. Both agreed that food was great. Also, nice background music courtesy of Adele throughout our stay there. I totally agree with them. Although I hope Hickory will be available next time, I’m craving for that one. 🙂

Hopefully, more Caviteños can try Ozzy Cozzy and have a taste of what good food Cavite has to offer. Before you go out trying food choices from other towns, why not try our own first, di ba?  hehe Til next cozy session! Happy eating! 🙂

Ozzy Cozzy Snack lounge

#3 1076 Near Cabuco St. Caridad, Cavite City

Mon – Wed : 3PM – 1AM

Thur – Sat : 5PM – 2AM

Leslie Loves FMCC

Posted by imogenkin on November 26, 2011
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Francis Magalona is an idol! He influenced me in many ways and I look up to him equally for the things he did. From making music, to rapping, producing, directing, etc. and especially photography. One of the reasons that I got into photography (aside for my love of taking pictures) was the fact that he was a very good photographer himself. Then come around 2007 (if my memory serves me right 😀 ), FM along with other colleagues started the Francis Magalona Clothing Co. Nabaliw ang Pinas, including myself. 🙂 Mainly with patriotic and socially relevant designs; combined with his lyrics and personal style, FMCC shirts brought out the Makabayan in all of us.

I have been supporting the clothing line ever since, even until now that I have my own: GudVibes Clothing. My boyfriend, Chino, is also a fan of his, so I can say that this business that we started is also inspired by FMCC. We have attended various events in support of the brand and even won the FMCC Valentines Couples Contest with this photo :

And when FMCC and Saab announced that they were looking for photos of girls wearing FMCC, I knew I had to participate. 🙂 Chino sent one taken last March 7, 2010 during my last trip to Hawaii with my sisters. Last night, submitted entries were finally up and yes, we were included! 😀

Francisco Sisters reppin’ FMCC at Pearlridge Mall, HI.

We are just some of the many girls who love FMCC and will continue to support you. Much love and respect to FM. ❤


Link for the Ladies Love FMCC site : http://francismclothing.com

Going North For Breakfast.

Posted by imogenkin on November 25, 2011
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“‘When you wake up in the morning, Pooh,’ said Piglet at last, ‘what’s the first thing you say to yourself?’ ‘What’s for breakfast?’ said Pooh. ‘What do you say, Piglet?’ ‘I say, I wonder what’s going to happen exciting today?’ said Piglet. Pooh nodded thoughtfully. ‘It’s the same thing,’ he said.”
A. A. Milne,  ‘The House at Pooh Corner’

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I am not a breakfast person. I hated it as a child and would skip it as much as possible. Even when I went to school, first thing I eat is lunch. I have sort of developed an upset in my stomach whenever I eat anything in the morning, di kasi nasanay hehe. But now, being someone who works in graveyard shift, I’m always hungry in the morning and learned to appreciate breakfast food. Always, have to get something to eat after work.

And then here came Milky & Sunny. 🙂  They serve breakfast food whole day. I have been asking Chino for weeks that we go there before it gets popular hehe. And since we our celebrating our 26th month, we decided to finally go. Straight from shift, I waited for him in Makati. We arrived in Kapitolyo, Pasig at around 10AM.

The set-up is really cute. It is just how I have seen it in pictures, it’s like I have been there before hehe. They serve traditional Pinoy breakfast (tapsilog, tocilog, etc), pancakes, waffles, some pasta, cereals and of course, milk and juices.. and more! 🙂

We started with the Bacon and Spam Pasta (P180). Pasta, bacon and spam – how could you go wrong? The only thing wrong about this are the onions. Acckk..I don’t eat onions. I guess they were not minced enough and it blended with the sauce so I cannot pick them out.  I hate onion surprises pa naman. But that’s just me, I bet this is perfect for those that enjoys onions.

He had tapa rice meal, comes with garlic rice and egg (P160). Heard it is one of the bestseller, but it tasted usual.Meat can be more tender. 🙂

I had tocino (P120). Tasty and sweeter than usual (in a good way). Only complaint is the garlic on the rice. I think I chewed on a half clove.. 😦 Too big of a chunk on a rice, in my opinion.

All in all, the experience was good, though. Water is served as soon as we sat, which is really nice since we came from a long commute hehe And of course, I have to show the really cute and fresh decors there. It would be really nice to wake up in the morning and eat somewhere like this:

Did you notice our meal was milky and sunny as well? Pasta = milky. Rice meal = sunny, (side up egg) nyaha Right? Right?  I should try the waffles and pancakes next time. That’s it for now. Good morning friends! 🙂

Blogging Purposes

Posted by imogenkin on November 17, 2011
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Yahooo! Got a new camera yesterday! This one’s been due for a long time, triggered by this blog. Since I started blogging again, I decided that I should get a new camera so I can take better pictures. Henry, my other SLR, is more than 3 years old now and is starting to get tired. It’s pop up flash is busted,the motor is acting up and the viewfinder is not accurate anymore. Therefore, it’s time for a new toy! 🙂 I present to you………. Ben!

with Chino. 🙂

Wondering why Ben? Because the delivery guy’s name is Ben. nyaha! I’ve not prepared a name for this so we went for a spur-of-a-moment name. We were at Mall of Asia on time for the meet-up and surprisingly, there were also few customers other than us. Akala kasi namin kami lang hehe. Then finally, we are holding Ben in our hands. 🙂

Of course, it’s testing time! hehe Holy Cow dinner it is!

Started the meal with a cup of Clam Chowder.. no, make that 2 cups hehe sarap eh.

I had the Beer Battered Rodeo Fish Fillet for only P165. Crunchy breaded fish with a kick of alcohol, tasty and creamy up to the last bite.. I think I got drunk halfway though.. joke. hehe

He had Cowboy Ranch Style Porkchop. It is the traditional cook-it-yourself meal served on a sizzling plate. It was not sizzling when it reached our table though. >.< Only P145.

All in all, food is good and tender. Plus the fact that it is a small place, not very crowded but a little noisy hehe.

And then, more trial photos around MoA :

Nikonista.. nyahaha

Inside the Manny Pacquiao store. Expensive shirts, grabe!

Christmas vibe at the mall.

That’s it for now. We have a bunch of places and events lined up to take photos of. Susulitin ka namin Ben! nyaha Picture picture!

Double Celebration

Posted by imogenkin on November 14, 2011
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Roughly a year ago, Chino and I thought of putting up a business. Being the t-shirt guy that he is (^_^V) , we started a clothing line. Around 2 weeks upon conceptualization, GudVibes Clothing was born.

The first batch of shirts we produced was released on the Cavite City Fiesta in 2010. Therefore, this 2011, GV is celebrating its 1st year! 🙂

As usual, we celebrated with our friends. They are the same people whom we started with and just a few of those that continues to support our projects with GV. We started early noon, then went to 3 houses for the fiesta. In each house, we distribute the chocolate candies one by one. 🙂

The Cavite City main road.

Fiesta food! Embutido, Kare-Kare, Sweet & Sour Pork and Cordon Bleu! Life is gooood! 🙂

Merienda from house #2. Empanada, macaroni salad, pancit and pandan gelatine (not in photo).

We went to house #3 but only had drinks since we are so full already hehe. To feel the fiesta vibe even more, here is the main road at night:

And or course, the friends of GV! 🙂

PS: When we all get together, expect comedy at its finest! Here’s a sample! Wanna see the new face of the P20 bill?? Check out Batista! Haha

Gud times and GudVibes indeed! 🙂 Til next year mga ka-vibes! 🙂

Cute Song

Posted by imogenkin on November 10, 2011
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We heard this song for 2 consecutive days. First at a house in Cubao then second at Dunkin’ Donuts store is Cavite City. Kinda fascinating since this is not a famous song. Either they were listening to the same radio station or the song is following us hehe. Most probably, many have already forgotten about this or that they actually knew this song. Even I forgot the title, all I remember is that it is by Guy Sebastian. Then I listen to it now which made me think this is a cute song. Feel good and light.. will download and transfer to the music player now! Heee..

Another GV Day

Posted by imogenkin on November 10, 2011
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It’s my rest day, yay! With 4 hours of sleep, Chino and I went to one of our favorite places: the fabulous city of  Cubao hehe. The travel northbound was hassle-free considering that we caught the uwian rush hour.

First thing that greeted us is the giant christmas tree outside the Gateway Mall. It was so huge, it was like 3/4 of the Big Dome. It was still bright when we arrived so we did not see the christmas lights on. Next time siguro hehe..

Then we went straight to where the magic happens 🙂 We picked up the latest stocks for GudVibes Clothing. Here is a sneak peek of the actual shirts :

The release will be in time for the Cavite City fiesta and the 1st anniversary (will post about that soon). Meantime, new shirts are born.. 🙂

Of course, we need somewhere to make sipat the shirts hehe. So we headed to Taco Bell to grab our early dinner. I had the chunky pork bbq meal with churros while he had his favorite soft tacos. With extra nachos please!

Immediately after dinner, we headed southbound to make sure to be home before 9pm. But guess what, come 8:30 and we were still at Ortigas. Waaaat?? So we made a spur-of-the-moment detour to Mall of Asia to grab coffee since it’s already late, might as well maximize it hehe I now have 2 stickers for a planner that I didn’t even plan to get which makes me not worthy of a planner. I would really rather get the random survey thing that the baristas give. You know, where you will fill out a survey online then you will receive a voucher code that you could use to claim any tall drink? I had that twice before but never claimed. I would rather have that now than stickers, to be honest.

Anyway, that’s it for now. Will try to update with the shirts next time (must update! hehe) See you. 🙂

No Rain. No Rainbows.

Posted by imogenkin on November 10, 2011
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Finally, I have come up with a site name for my blog. But this is a no brainer since it is also the name of my multiply and tumblr sites hehe. I was aiming for a new name really but this is the name that I feel comfortable with.

I have a thing with rainbows. They are literally and figuratively a symbol of a brighter day. 🙂 I used to see rainbows on a daily basis in HI but not here. Actually this is the closest that I’ve been to seeing a rainbow so far:

Hopefully, I’d get to see a real rainbow one of these days.  Makes me want to go to the beach! But that’s whole another post hehe! 🙂

EAT MY GF

Posted by imogenkin on November 3, 2011
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Oh no! this is not a bastos post.. This is a yummy post! hehe Don’t be mislead by name, this is by far one of the best fries I’ve had.

GF actually stands for Garlic Fries.. So what the name actually means is “Eat My Garlic Fries”, which is what you would want to do once you see their menu.. 🙂 We originally saw this food chain featured on Wer U At at Myx and thought that it has a clever name. So when we saw it’s branch at Alabang Town Center, we did not pass the chance. We decided to try the bacon GF (photo below) and yes, they were good.. Basically the fries are regular like those that you get from supermarkets. BUT! the freshly minced garlic flavor hit the spot! Plus the salty kick by bacon.. really not bad for P105.

this one is a must try.. ❤

Post # 1

Posted by imogenkin on November 3, 2011
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welcome me to the blogging world… again. 🙂 here’s my another chance on blogging, but this time I am very inspired and hopefully I can pursue this like how I blogged in college 🙂 we’ll see.. anyway, let’s get down to business! happy blogging!