I have these wonderful friends here in the South. Once we found each other, we have been trying to come up with lots of excuses to get together. I like those kind of friends-you know what I mean? These girls are the kind of friends where it’s light and fun, our husbands get along, and our time together is always kinda bitin because we leave each other thinking, “Wait-I forgot to tell you about…”
Joei is missing here but we were lucky that Little Miss QC as Jane calls her was able to join us for dinner with her kiddos. Thanks Kaye for offering your expertise to our Crafternooners earlier on this day!
NFF (New Found Friends) are also great for learning NEW things too. One thing I can say about my new found friendship with these girls is that we are teaching and showing each other lots of fun spots and activities to do together here in the south.
Fresh cold Buko juice is one my loves. I love it any time of day…most especially after my Bikram Yoga Practice.
Being from the south, I have been to Bellevue quite a few times. We have attended beautiful affairs celebrating wonderful milestones and loving occasions. We have enjoyed the delicious Chinese food at Phoenix Court, which I dare say is the best Chinese food here in the South. Nino and I used to frequent the place a lot most especially when they opened. We would go with our foodie Kumare and Kumpare to indulge in the all you can eat dimsum. (BTW-we thoroughly took advantage of that little ditty.)
Y’all know how much I love my greens!
There are other times when we want to enjoy a night out with friends and music. We have visited Vue Bar quite often and even more so, when Juan Miguel and The Authority Band (did they change their name again?) was playing on a particular night one summer passed. Our group would make it a standing date to listen to our favorite band that would play our 80’s music.
Pat and I have added yet another facet to our friendship and Crafternoons since our boys get along so well too 🙂 Hooray for Mommas and their boys…
So you see, Bellevue is not just for the business traveler or an over night place to stay. It is known for really great food and really good times to be had. In this post, I hope to share just a tidbit with you about Cafe D’Asie. I say “tidbit” because as I go through my photos and look at what I wanted to include for you (my readers) to have an idea of what they offer-I realized I lack photos of the different stations because I was busy catching up with the girls.
Thanks Pat for sharing some of your photos with me 🙂 Photo Credit: Pat Cuyugan
So, Nino and I were able to explore Cafe D’Asie with Jane as our host. I took the time after a successful Crafternoon with Kaye to use the excuse to get together with the crew. Joei was MIA because she was galavanting around the world…
Because Jane recently started the Paleo way of life, I knew that the Carving Station would be good for her.
Since Jane has just started on her road to health with the help of her Paleo buddies, meeting up at Cafe D’Asie was a good idea because they have many stations (including a carving station for the carnivores) that offer a variety of cuisines for the guest who likes to change up their tastes and textures (like me).
The seafood is fresh. You can opt to grill it for when you are ready. I had to have my cheese plate first, which I, of course was so excited about that I didn’t take a picture.
Coming from The Bento Mommas Crafternoon, I did a quick change and freshened up for night out with Nino. Even if we go out often with the kids, when we go out as a couple…it’s still a date. (So, I like to take advantage of the time alone with my boyfriend 😉
We met up at Cafe D’Asie in Bellevue on the second floor where Jane and Jana already had a table reserved and were waiting for us.
Besides being a Cheese Momster, y’all know I love my desserts too, right? (Photo Credit: Pat Cuyugan)
But besides desserts there are so many different stations to choose from while dining in Cafe D’Asie and availing of their all you can eat buffet.
- Mongolian Station
- Japanese Station
- Chinese Station
- Korean Station
- Indian Station
- Hot Buffet
- Carving Station
- Grilling Station
- Salad Bar complete with a hand tossed Caesar Salad done on demand
- Imported Cheeses
- Mini Desserts and Petite Fours
- Dessert Cart
- Ice Cream
- Fresh Juices and Coffee and Tea are included
You can even order a scoop of ice cream to top your warm bread pudding, which is also part of the dessert buffet… (Photo Credit: Pat Cuyugan)
I always love the little tarts and cakes on the towers. It allows me to try lots of different sweets as opposed to having one huge piece of cake.
For me, that’s the beauty of an all you can eat buffet…the ability to sample, try, and taste lots of different things that you wouldn’t normally have at home. So whether it’s surf and turf, sushi, or finishing with a big cheese plate, you know you will enjoy yourself if you live in the south and this a buffet you decide to partake of. It’s even better when you enjoy it with good friends and good conversation.
For more information, specials services, and promotions you can visit the Bellevue Manila Facebook page.
Operating Hours:
Open Daily
6:00am to 10:30am Breakfast
11:30am to 2:30pm Lunch
6:00pm to 10:30pm Dinner
Located at the second floor of main wing. Offers all-day a la carte and buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
For reservations, please call (632) 771-8181 local 8020
or email dine@thebellevue.com
I always enjoy spending time with you my dearest Mish! You are truly my sosyal sister in the south. And an “Awwwwww” moment.. I’m in your BLOGROLL!!! Super tickled pink. YOU LOVE ME!!! <3 Thank you for your friendship which I hope will grow as the years pass. We super kaduper love the Aventajado family! :-*
Yes! You know I LOVE you, Jane 🙂 I am sure our friendship will grow into something even more beautiful than it is now. We are so blessed to have your whole family in our lives!
Food looks great! But, you look better!
Thanks Dad. Love you!