The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® only serves the best to its customers. Their quality coffee is sourced from no less than the top 1% of specialty grade A Arabica beans while their quality tea leaves are hand-plucked using only the top two leaves and a bud of each plant. Each bean & tea leaf is selected and prepared with such care that it is no wonder customers always return for their favorite drinks. Among these favorites are the famous Chai Tea Latte and the brand’s original creation: the Original Ice Blended® drink.
In the last 50 years, the brand has grown to up to 1,000 stores in 25 countries and has since made numerous milestones in the Philippines since it opened its first branch at Greenbelt 3 in 2003. Through the years they have launched the CBTL™ Single Serve Beverage System in 2010 and opened the brand’s first restaurant concept, The 26th St. Bistro, and the first CBTL™ Coffee Bar in 2012.
The Enterprise Center
Sm Southmall
Continuing its growth, in the first 6 months of 2016, the The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® has proudly opened six new branches, pouring happy in Circuit Lane and The Enterprise Center in Makati City, Robinsons Galleria in Cebu City, SM MOA Arena Annex (MAAX) in Pasay City, SM Southmall in Las Piñas, and U.P. Town Center in Quezon City. As of the month of July, the brand has renovated its stores at TriNoma Mall in Quezon City and Ortigas Park in Pasig City.
No doubt, the brand’s expansion may be attributed to the fact that relationships remain at the heart of everything The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® does as it partners with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and REAL Life Foundation through the Caring Cup Global Charity Program, the brand’s Corporate Social Responsibility arm.
Ortigas Park
SM MOA Arena Annex
The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf® also reaches out to its customers, through the Swirl Rewards Card program, the Giving Journal, and the Brew Your Best Year community, a home-grown initiative that was launched in 2014, making its local success reach beyond its quality coffee and tea.
For more information LIKE The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® (Philippines) on Facebook and FOLLOW @CBTLPH on Instagram.
At a time when the local economy is considered fertile ground for business, many Filipinos are seizing the opportunity to build their own enterprises. Technology now allows for individuals to buy and sell products from the convenience of their own smartphones, information is readily available on the internet, and millenials are more assertive about their individual capacities and proactive in achieving their dreams.
As we continue to work towards a greater country, it is not only critical that we ride trends as they come; it is also very integral to inculcate in every Filipino fundamental values that will aid the growth of our nation. This foundation can, and should be, built early on in the life of an individual.
With this in mind, Brew Your Best Year, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®’s community for encouraging customers to be the best versions of themselves, put together a Business Bootcamp for Kids. Designed to teach kids the basics of business in an interactive and experiential way, it is a two-part activity that aspires to mold the youth into becoming the next generation of entrepreneurs who will continue to pave the way for a stronger economy.
For the first part of the bootcamp, Coffee Bean Kids underwent an Entrepreneurship Workshop facilitated by their partner institution, The Ultimate Learning Accelerator (TULA). During the workshop, the kids learned the foundational knowledge and skills needed to start their own small businesses. To provide an avenue where the kids can apply their learnings, the Business Bootcamp will culminate with a Kiddie Enterprise Fair. During the fair, the Coffee Bean Kids will be selling food and retail items with one goal in mind: to create successful business ventures and return their parents’ investments through their earnings.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® invites everyone to support the Coffee Bean Kids during their first business venture at the Kiddie Enterprise Fair on September 3, 2016, Saturday! The event will take place from 11AM-6PM at the garden area in front of their Bonifacio High Street store. The brand will also be selling their teas at a special rate and promises exciting surprises for all attendees.
For more information on The Kiddie Enterprise Fair, visit The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® (Philippines) on Facebook and FOLLOW @CBTLPH on Instagram.
Pink, luscious, tart, and refreshingly sweet and delicious, this Hibiscus Lemonade will surely be an absolute hit in your household.
“Bees’ll buzz Kids’ll blow dandelion fuzz And I’ll be doing whatever snow does In summer A drink in my hand My snow up against the burning sand Prob’ly getting gorgeously tanned In summer I’ll finally see a summer breeze Blow away a winter storm And find out what happens to solid water When it gets warm……”
If the lyrics above sounds all too familiar to you, that’s because it’s Olaf’s Summer Song in Frozen. Twinkle just discovered who Olaf, Elsa, and Anna is… and well, she loves watching them sing their songs all day… and I can’t get them out of my head.
In a Summer mood, I re-created one of my favorite Starbucks drinks when I was still a barista (how many years ago was that?!). I believe it was then called a Starbucks Refreshers Passion Lemonade but today we’ll call it Hibiscus Lemonade …since I made it using Starbucks new full leaf tea sachets called Teavana. It was tart, and sweet and fragrant and refreshing. But I was glad I am drinking this in September instead of the middle of Summer heat ’cause well, it’s hotter then, and I’d probably melt like Olaf.
Hibiscus has always been one of my favorite flavors, besides Mint, because it’s floral and fruity at the same time. Starbucks Teavana Hibiscus has a beautiful deep fuchsia color and a slightly tart flavor. It has bright, juicy papaya and mango notes that is combined with citrus lemongrass for a natural, caffeine-free blend. It was the perfect thing to combine with Lemonade, my all time favorite Summer and non-Summer drink.
So how did I found out about Starbucks Teavana? I attended the launch a few days ago with my peanutbutter♥. Read on below to find out how it was, what the other tea variants are, what the new drinks and food items are and how the Starbucks Cards for Fall look!
I’m sure you’re very excited.. scroll on below.
♥If you make this recipe, be sure to snap a photo and tag @thepeachkitchen on Instagram (OR hashtag it #thepeachkitchen). I’d love to see what you cook!
1 tbsp Sugar (or more depending on how sweet you want it to be)
Lemon Slices for garnish
lots of ice
Directions
Steep Starbucks Starbucks Teavana Hibiscus Full Leaf Tea Sachet in a mug of water for 5 minutes.
Remove tea sachet and dissolve sugar in tea. Chill in the fridge or let cool into room temperature.
Combine with lemon juice and stir in lots of ice.
Serve with lemon slices as garnish.
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Starbucks Teavana Launch
It was surprising to see Starbucks dressed up in fancy Summer colors and elegantly furnished with transparent plastic chairs and table during the launch of Starbucks Teavana. We are used to seeing the woody, dark interiors that stirs in us emotions that coffee does — classic and mysterious.
I guess it’s about time we see Starbucks not just as destination for coffee but for tea as well. Starbucks Teavana is Tea Re-imagined… it gives us a playful notion of what we can do to our teas. Drink it hot, cold or play with it. It’s up to us. The important thing is that we enjoy it…
The launch started with lunch since we were there at noon time…
We had Beef Pastrami and Monterey Jack Cheese on Croissant Baguette and Chicken Salad on Croissant Baguette
Spinach Lasagna and Chicken Cannelloni
Purple Yam Cheesecake, Calamansi Cheesecake, and Triple Chocolate Truffle Cake
French Macarons
And these three new food items for this season. First up is this SINGLE-ORIGIN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE (₱65) made with Malagos Chocolate and coco sugar. It’s a soft and chewy chocolate cookie with raw cacao nibs for texture. It is so good and I can imagine it’ll be perfect paired with a good cup of coffee.
BANANA CHOCOLATE PUFF (₱80) – A golden brown, flaky and buttery pastry filled with decadent Belgian chocolate and sliced bananas
SPINACH TOMATO FRITTATA WRAP (₱165)A hearty whole wheat pita bread filled with scrumptious spinach, egg and tomatoes that’s best served warm
Starbucks Teavana Full Leaf Tea Sachet
After lunch was when we got to try four flavors of the new Starbucks Teavana Full Leaf Tea Sachets which are: Youthberry, Hibiscus, Emperor’s Cloude and Mist, and English Breakfast. You may enjoy a new tea experience in stores or in the comfort of your own home.
Here is where we lined up to try out the teas and get to know them with the help of our favorite Starbucks partners.
YOUTHBERRY is inspired by super fruits, acai fruit is blended with tropical pineapple and mango flavors with high quality white tea, balanced by rosehips and tart green apple.
HIBISCUS has bright, juicy papaya and mango combined with citrus lemongrass for a naturally caffeine-free blend. Hibiscus flowers lend the tea a slight tartness and extraordinary deep fuchsia color.
EMPEROR’S CLOUDS & MIST is exclusively harvested during the month of April and grown on the steep, windy slopes of Huangshan Mountain at 3,500 feet above sea level, this tea has a rich body and a naturally sweet flavor.
ENGLISH BREAKFAST is a handcrafted blend of Indian Assam, Sri Lankan Ceylon and Chinese black tea. This tastes great with or without milk.
You may enjoy these In-Store for
Tall (354 ml): ₱ 110
Grande (473 ml): ₱ 110
Venti (591 ml): ₱ 125
And At-Home
Packaged Full Leaf Tea Sachet (12 sachets) ₱ 525
peanutbutter♥ holding a cup of English Breakfast while I hold a cup of Youthberry.
With Ning
Aside from the full leaf tea sachets, Starbucks also introduced Starbucks Teavana Handcrafted Beverages that are quite the innovation because they are unique and with bold, layered flavors. I must say it is handcrafted the way only Starbucks can.
Let me start with my favorite, the Iced Shaken Hibiscus Tea with Pomegranate Pearls (Tall – ₱ 130|Grande – ₱ 145|Venti – ₱ 160). This refreshing beverage combines Hibiscus Starbucks Teavana tea and bursting pearls of real pomegranate juice for a tart kick of flavor. Pomegranate juice is a good source of antioxidants.
Next is the Iced Shaken Black Tea with Ruby Grapefruit and Honey (Tall – ₱ 130|Grande – ₱ 145|Venti – ₱ 160). It combines a traditional western black tea experience with a creative twist that is delicious iced with bites of pomelo fruit, grapefruit and honey for a touch of added sweetness. This beverage contains star ruby grapefruit, which is a good source of vitamins A and C and is rich in bioflavonoids and antioxidants.
The last is the Matcha & Espresso Fusion (Tall – ₱ 155|Grande – ₱ 170|Venti – ₱ 185) which can be enjoyed hot or iced. Starbucks fine Matcha powder layered with milk and Espresso Roast creates a beautiful layered beverage and is an inventive combination of coffee and tea. Matcha is full of catechins, which are some of the most potent and beneficial antioxidants.
New Starbucks Cards
AUTUMN LEAF CARD
Welcome another change in season with these delightful leaves in every shade of the autumn spectrum – red, yellow, orange, brown and green.
Available for an initial consumable load amount of ₱500 per card
Purchase limit of two (2) activated Autumn Leaf Cards per customer per day
MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL CARD
Celebrated in the middle of the autumn season, the Mid-Autumn Festival is also known as the Moon Festival, as it is the time of the year when the moon is at its brightest and fullest.
Available for an initial consumable load amount of ₱300.
Purchase limit of two (2) activated Mid-Autumn Festival Cards per customer per day
Everything is going to be available tomorrow, September 14. See you at Starbucks!
One of the many things that I love during cold, wet and rainy season is to stay indoors. It gives me the perfect chance to catch up on bonding time with my loved ones doing movie nights, playing board games, or simply just cozying up to them. I know other people simply just dread this kind of weather.
This is the reason the country’s authority on premium coffee and tea, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, has introduced a new sweet and spiced beverage to warm the hearts and bellies of its customers, the Honey Apple Chai Tea Latte.
It is like apple pie in a glass!
Imagine all the flavors and the aroma of the exotic Chai Tea perfectly blended with the tartness of a spiced apple and topped with a drizzle of honey. That is what the Honey Apple Chai Tea Latte is all about.
You can enjoy this as a Hot Tea Latte and is available in all The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf stores at ₱ 150 for the small size, ₱ 165 for the regular size, and ₱p 180 for the large size, with prices varying at all The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf airport stores.
Experience comfort in a cup and try the Honey Apple Chai Tea Latte!
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I still have a lot to share with you about our Ilocos Roadtrip. I don’t think I’ve posted half of it. Aside from dinner at Café Uno & Kusina Felecitas, we were able to try some authentic Vigan eats as we went around this beautiful city.
Cafe Lita
Our stop at Cafe Lita was because our feet were already tired from walking and we already needed a caffeine fix after buying Bagnet and Longganisa. The word cafe was a sight to behold at that moment. We didn’t think twice and went in.
We had Iced Coffee and Iced Cafe Lattes….
Salapusop (₱15), a native rice delicacy
And I forgot what this one was but it’s like a cookie…
CJ’s Vigan Empanada
You simply don’t go to Vigan and not have an authentic Vigan Empanada. CJ’s Empanada is just a minute’s walk away from Hotel Luna. I love that their menu is composed of the cheapest empanada that they can make at ₱10 to the most expensive double double at ₱65.
What we love about their empanadas?? It’s super tasty and crispy. It’s also served freshly cooked of course!
Sinanglaoan Ni Gloria Azada
Eventhough I make such delicious Sinanglaw, peanutbutter♥ wanted to try Vigan’s version. And so this was as last stop as we bid goodbye to Vigan.
What we love about their Sinanglao: the soup is clear yet it’s very tasty. It has tendons and blood too!!!
Every year, right before Christmas, there’s comes a tradition that makes Christmas much much more exciting. It makes me look forward to planning the celebrations, occasions, and all other other thing that life has instore for me the coming year. It’s nothing else but the Limited Edition Starbucks Planner, of course!
The 2017 Starbucks Planner has come and it is more elegant and sophisticated as before. This year, the planner is crafted not only with the hand but also with the heart…
Two Designs To Choose From
There two designs to choose from this year:
The Siren, which comes in a blue pouch with a golden mermaid tail in front.
And the Coffee, which comes in the brown pouch with the Starbucks coffee mug in front.
Both designs are to die for and both comes with an erasable pen, watercolor designed pages, magnetic bookmark, stickers,– and hopefully, the coupons!
As usual, I want to get both designs but I’m yearning more towards the Siren — I think that design is awesome!
How To Get The Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee Planner 2017
A customer can avail of a Starbucks® Christmas Traditions Promo card from November 2, 2016 to January 8, 2017 with no purchase required.
One sticker is awarded for each Starbucks® handcrafted beverage purchase. Holder must accumulate a total of eighteen (18) stickers, to redeem one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2017 Planner.
Customer must present the Starbucks® Christmas Traditions card to the barista upon purchase to get the corresponding number of stickers.
In case any of the Holiday featured beverages are not available (ex. Toffee Nut Latte), customers can substitute it with any of the remaining holiday featured beverages (ex. Santa Hat Dark Mocha or Peppermint Mocha). Should all three (3) not be available, only then can customers substitute with any espresso-based or Frappuccino® blended beverage of their choice.
A customer must complete the required number of stickers to qualify for the redemption of one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2017 Planner. A combination of up to two (2) promo cards will be allowed, provided that the 9 featured plus 9 core beverages have been purchased. Excess stickers for combined cards will be forfeited.
Once all stickers are completed, customer must submit the Starbucks® Christmas Traditions Card/s to redeem one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2017 Planner from any Starbucks Coffee store in the Philippines.
Tampering with and/or transferring of stickers to obtain the required number of stickers will render all promo cards null and void.
Every purchase of a handcrafted beverage (including Starbucks Signature Pairings bundled beverage) using a Starbucks Card will be awarded one (1) sticker and one (1) Beverage Star. Terms and conditions that apply to the Starbucks Card are available on www.starbucks.ph/card.
Single receipt bulk purchase of food and other retail items (merchandise, whole bean and Starbucks VIA®) worth at least ₱7,000 will entitle the customer to one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2017 Planner. Combination of receipts is not allowed.
Bulk purchase of gift certificates and Starbucks Card load/reload of at least ₱7,000 will not entitle the customer to a planner.
The following transactions and discounts are qualified for this promotion:
Senior Citizen discount
PWD discount
VAT Exempt
Personal Cup/Tumbler ₱5 discount
The following coupons and discounts are disqualified for this promotion.
Service Recovery Coupon
Free Tall Beverage Coupon
Customer Voice Redemption
Starbucks Card Registration Treat
Starbucks Card Beverage Treat Redemption
Promotion starts on November 2, 2016. Stickers may be obtained from November 2, 2016 to January 8, 2017.
Redemption of the Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2017 Planner starts November 2, 2016 up to March 9, 2017, at Starbucks stores in the Philippines only.
Are you going to collect stickers this year? Of course, you are. Which planner are you getting? See you all at Starbucks on November 2!
It was indeed the return of a merry tradition at Starbucks as they usher in the season with the Starbucks Christmas Grand Launch last saturday. The launch was open to the public but we got to experience it first. We were given a passport at the entrance which we have to have stamped on every Cheer Station to receive a surprise gift.
Cheer Station 1 is the Christmas Selfie Challenge. I rarely do selfies but I’m not one to pass up a challenge.. so.. there I am holding the new Starbucks Christmas Beverage…
… which I got to try at Cheer Station 2 – Sips Of Cheer. Guys, check out the SANTA HAT DARK MOCHA FRAPPUCCINO BLENDED BEVERAGE (Tall – ₱ 170| Grande – ₱ 185| Venti– ₱ 200) it’s your favorite
Dark Mocha Frappuccino topped with a crafted Santa Hat made with classic and Strawberry whipped cream, strawberry drizzle and a dollop of snowy white whipped cream on top.
The Toffee Nut Latte and the Peppermint Mocha are, of course, available too! I’m sure you’re already familiar with them. Toffee Nut Latte is made up of steamed milk, espresso and toffee nut syrup, topped off with whipped cream and beloved toffee nut sprinkles. While Peppermint Mocha is a chocolaty coffee beverage highlighted with peppermint notes which brings up memories of candy canes and Christmas festivities. Topped off with whipped cream, mocha drizzle, and red and white candy bits. (Short – ₱160| Tall – ₱170| Grande – ₱185| Venti– ₱200)
Cheer Station 3 is Flavors of Christmas where I got to play a memory match the photo game. Got two out of three and won myself a small apron.
Cheer Station 4 is Celebrate our Beloved Christmas Blend — I got to try Christmas Blend brewed through Chemex which made it lighter and has a clean finish. Oh, how I miss this coffee!
Cheer Station 5 is Crafted by Hand and Heart where in we got to show our artistic talent by designing a Starbucks Christmas card for our loved ones. Check out my design… cute ba?
Since I was able to have my passport all stamped, I won myself a Starbucks notepad! Yay!!!
With Ning of Ning4U and Ms. Ice Antonio
I was also able to snap a pa-Ms. Universe photo with Ning and Ms. Ice.
You know what else I found out during the Spark The Spirit party? The 2017 Starbucks Planner comes in two sizes pala!
I can see lots of animals with this year’s Christmas merch. There are polar bears, penguins and foxes. Lot’s of beads too! Some of the tumblers have this snow globe effect — super duper cute!
HOLIDAY STARBUCKS CARDS
The holiday collection features warm and vibrant designs to usher the colors of the season. This year’s Snowman and Holiday Tree Cards have a backdrop of wintery scenes in a hand-painted finish, while the Happy Holidays Card decked with mistletoes and holiday holly will be offered for the first time here in the Philippines.
Available for an initial consumable load amount of ₱300 per card. Available starting today!
2016 RED CUP CARD
The Red Cup Card comes with a Kraft sleeve carrier mimicking an authentic cafe Red Cup. It’s available for an initial consumable load amount of ₱1,000 per card
Available starting November 10, 2016.
The other cards will be available next month. Will update you when, promise!
Starbucks Christmas Food Items
CHOCOLATE FUDGE CHEESECAKE (₱140/slice| ₱1,550/whole) is pure indulgence! It’s a dark chocolate cheesecake loaded with chocolate fudge bar, roasted walnuts and chocolate chips.
SINGLE-ORIGIN CHOCOLATE CAKE MADE WITH VENEZUELAN CACAO BEANS (₱150/slice| ₱1,350/whole) is a milky and light vanilla sponge cake layered with creamy milk chocolate and finished with milk chocolate frosting made with Venezuelan cacao beans.
CHICKEN AND TURKEY WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE ON CROISSANT BAGUETTE (₱170) – Slow-cooked chicken and turkey marinated in Christmas spices, thick cranberry sauce, and sweet and salty apple stuffing on a light and buttery croissant baguette.
The CROQUE MONSIEUR ON CROISSANT BAGUETTE (₱170) is my favorite. A flaky butter croissant baguette filled with slow-roasted honey ham, Fontina and Emmental cheese then topped with béchamel sauce and grated cheese.
The CRANBERRY BLISS BAR (₱75) is as tasty as it is gorgeous. Made with sweet cream cheese icing, tart dried cranberries, chopped pistachio, and then drizzled with white chocolate.
CHOCOLATE CRUFFIN (₱85) Light chocolate cream makes a luscious filling for this muffin- shaped croissant. A sprinkling of cocoa powder completes this delectable treat.
TRIPLE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE COOKIE (₱65) Delicious dark chocolate cookie that is crisp on the outside and gooey on the inside.
Make sure you drop by Starbucks today to try out these delectable treats and the Starbucks Christmas Beverages! I’m getting myself a Cranberry Bliss Bar and a Chocolate Cruffin later. It’ll be perfect paired with a cup of Christmas Blend.
Going after Twinkle around and about Pinto Art Museum has left us tired and in need of some refreshments. I needed a cup f coffee badly, my caffeine supply is depleting fast and I’m starting to feel a bit sleepy. Of course we wanted to try the local coffee shops and our feet took us to Little House of Cheesecake.
The place was homey and there were lots of books around to read while waiting. The staff were approachable and friendly. peanutbutter♥ ordered their Pressed Coffee which was served immediately.
We both had Cheesecake in Jars (₱97). He had Blueberry and I had Strawberry to partner with the Clouded Coffee I ordered.
Ang tatlong bibe ay nag-order ng Monster Shakes!
Ykaie had the Happy Ferrero BanaNutella Project (₱197) which I had in the first photo above. It’s a choco banana shake that’s topped with wafer, banana slices, prestezel sticks, a chocolate covered popsicle, and one Ferrero Rocher.
Sis had the Twixted Caramel (₱197) which I’m assuming had Twix among the chocolate covered popsicle, marshmallow, pretzels and all other things on top of the shake.
Rome had the Monster Crazy Oreo Riot Milkshake (₱197) which had lots of oreo cookies along with chocolate covered popsicle, pretzels, and other chocolate stuff.
Twinkle enjoyed browsing through a Disney Frozen book….
Sadly, my Clouded Coffee never came. Apparently, their cotton candy maker had some problems. I just wished they told me sooner, I would’ve ordered a different drink. I left the store sleepy but I think the gang was pretty much happy with their orders specially Ykaie.
One of the best things about January is that the indulgence never ends at Starbucks. We went through a Starbucks drive-thru on the way to my ILs in Fairview last Friday. My mind must’ve been still asleep when we were ordering, (or I must’ve been subconciously craving) because instead of trying out one of these yummy concoctions, I ordered an Iced Mocha. It was one of the best Iced Mocha’s I’ve tried, btw. Now that I’ve come to think about it, I should’ve ordered an Iced Salted Caramel Mocha Crumble instead! It’s of the Starbucks Espresso Confections 2017 drinks…
SALTED CARAMEL MOCHA CRUMBLE – That’s mocha sauce and toffee nut syrup combined with espresso and milk, topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, Starbucks Sea Salt topping and chocolate brownie bits. Every moch lover’s dream, I suppose. (Also available in iced and blended formats)
ICED CHESTNUT WHITE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE – Chestnut flavor combined with white chocolate sauce and swirled into Starbucks signature espresso. Finished with whipped cream and chestnut drizzle. (Also available in hot and blended formats)
Starbucks also has new food items this January, and let me start with the three new core items..
Chicken Pot Pie (₱70) – a buttery and flaky crust filled with delicious creamy chicken then generously topped with mashed potato.
Longganisa Pandesal (₱95) – a soft and buttery bun with sautéed garlic longganisa filling. Best served warm.
Sausage Roll (₱95) – I love Starbucks’ sausage roll before and now it looks so much more delicious! Bratwurst sausage is layered with cheese sauce and honey Dijon mustard wrapped in flaky and buttery puff pastry dough
Pork Carnitas Wrap (₱160) – A whole wheat tortilla wrap filled with pork flakes, tomatoes, onions, cilantro and guacamole.
Farmer’s Ham and Emmental Cheese on French Baguette (₱160) – Ham, Emmental cheese and arugula with pickled Dijon on a crusty and chewy French baguette .
Chocolate Doughnut Eclair (₱55) – a classic glazed doughnut filled with chocolate cream.
Vanilla Doughnut Eclair (₱55) – a classic glazed doughnut filled with vanilla cream.
Purple Yam Cookies (₱50) – a chewy cookie with nuts and purple yam jam
Mango Cake (₱ 140 (slice) |₱ 1,250 (whole)) – a moist and buttery cake, layered with creamy mango mousse and meringue, then finished with mango butter cream icing.
Vanilla Crepe Cake (₱ 140 (slice) |₱ 1,250 (whole)) – Seventeen (17) layers of crepe with vanilla cream filling in between.
The Starbucks Coffee Rolls (₱595) is a returning favorite. These are crispy wafer rolls, infused with Starbucks Espresso Roast in a special tin can packaging.
Also available is the very first Starbucks Reserve Card to be offered in the Philippines. This features the Reserve logo and wordmark in a sleek black background. Available for an initial consumable load amount of ₱300 per card.
Available only in Reserve stores starting January 9, 2017.
VALENTINE’S CARD
Sweet phrases and sentiments perfect to share with your loved ones this Valentine’s Day.
Available for an initial consumable load amount of ₱1,000 per card. Purchase limit of two (2) Valentine’s Card per customer, per day.
Available starting February 7, 2017.
From the new food items, I’ve tried the Mango Cake and it tastes like mango sansrival. I’m sure you’re gonna love it too. I’ll try the new Sausage Roll and the Purple Yam cookies this week.
Starbucks has once again amazed me with their new drinks.
Welcome to Espresso Wonderland!
I’m sure your tastebuds will be shaken up as Starbucks redefines your Espresso experience with the new espresso layer collection. Check them out.
TAHITIAN VANILLA MACCHIATO (Short – ₱ 155| Tall – ₱ 165| Grande ₱ 180|Venti– ₱ 195) – Imagine velvety steamed milk is infused with floral, Tahitian vanilla syrup before being topped with Starbucks signature espresso, to become the macchiato everyone knows and loves. It is then finished with an authentic crosshatch of vanilla bean sauce and topped with ground vanilla bean pod sprinkles. (Also available in iced and blended formats)
VALENCIA ORANGE COCOA CAPPUCCINO (Short – ₱ 145| Tall – ₱ 155| Grande ₱ 170|Venti– ₱ 185) is made with decadent Valencia Orange Mocha Sauce combined with milk, topped with dense creamy, cappuccino-worthy foam, then layered with affogato-style signature espresso shots, perfectly sweet cocoa powder and tartly-sweet bits of orange peel to add even more flavor. (Also available in iced and blended formats). This one I can’t wait to try!
STARBUCKS TRIBUTE BLEND™ (₱ 445)
Available for a limited time is the Starbucks Tribute Blend. This coffee was created to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary. Starbucks Tribute Blend® combines four of our all-time favorite coffees: Ethiopian sun-dried beans with an exotic flourish of dark cherry; Aged Sumatra, loved for its syrupy body and cedary spice notes; juicy, herbal and complex coffees from Papua New Guinea; and our Colombia coffee, bright, balanced and nutty. It’s a delicious blend, perfect for sharing with friends and neighbors, and our way of honoring the communities we live and work in each day.
You can also enjoy this coffee anytime, anywhere with the Starbucks VIA Tribute Blend so you won’t miss out its layers of flavors even on the go.
What’s more, the Starbucks Cold Brew, the slow-steeped and brewed without heat coffee which was previously available only to Starbucks Reserve stores, is now available in all Starbucks stores nationwide.
Starbucks New Lunch Choices
Aside from the newly-launched espresso featured beverages, Starbucks also introduces new lunch items that will surely satisfy your cravings.
Salmon Dill on Multi-grain Bread
Clubhouse on Sourdough Bread
Cheese Steak on Ciabatta Bread
Starbucks also has new Bistro Bowls that will fill you up. These include Cold Soba with Chicken, wherein delicate soba noodles are tossed in savory dressing with crunchy vegetables and chicken flakes
And Sweet Potato Salad, a hearty salad of sweet potato, potato, onion, celery, mixed greens and hard-boiled egg tossed in honey mustard dressing.
These bistro bowls together with a Tall Iced Shaken Tea can be availed at a special bundled price from 10 am to 2pm as part of Starbucks Signature Lunch Pairings.
The Signature Lunch Pairings also include existing lunch favorites – pasta dishes like Spinach Lasagna and Chicken Cannelloni, and baguette sandwiches like Beef Pastrami and Chicken Salad.
Aside from these savory dishes you can enjoy in the store or to-go, Starbucks is also offering new guilt-free snacks which you can munch on.
The Harvest Box Snack Packs are available in three variants: Power Mix, vitamin-fuelled combo of nuts, dried fruit, seeds and a sprinkle of chocolate, We Love Nuts consisting of peanuts, almonds, cashews and Brazil nuts, and Yo Cherry composed of sweet and tart dried cherries, hazelnuts and yogurt balls.
Trying out the new drink and lunch item when I drop by Starbucks this week…
Summer is here and so are the new Starbucks Frappuccinos and other offerings launched through the Starbucks Summer Launch 2017 last Saturday at SM Mall of Asia. I’m sure it will make your Summer more exciting because one of our favorite Frappuccino is making a comeback this year.
The ROASTED MARSHMALLOW S’MORES FRAPPUCCINO BLENDED BEVERAGE (Tall – ₱ 175| Grande ₱ 190|Venti– ₱ 205) is Ykaie’s favorite! It’s a vanilla-flavored Frappuccino layered with smooth marshmallow whipped cream, indulgent chocolate sauce, and graham crumble, then finished with even more whipped cream and more graham crumble on top. Truly a camper’s dream.
A new one was also introduced: POP’ZEL COFFEE FRAPPUCCINO BLENDED BEVERAGE (Tall – ₱ 175| Grande ₱ 190|Venti– ₱ 205). This fun treat combines some of the most favorite snacks from childhood in a new and exciting way. The classic Coffee Frappuccino is blended with delicious popcorn and pretzel syrup and topped with real caramel popcorn and salted pretzel over whipped cream.
New Food Items
There are also new food items that will surely keep your Summer more exciting as you pair them up with your favorite coffee.
CARAMEL ALMOND CRUNCH CAKE (₱160) is an indulgence! Imagine layers of moist cake, light caramel mousse, almond crunch, and buttery flaky crust. Glazed with caramel fudge, drizzled with dark and white chocolate and sprinkled with almond on the sides. I had to remind myself I am on a low-sugar diet to keep myself from finishing this one.
CAMEMBERT AND MASCARPONE CHEESECAKE (₱165) – Buttery crust and silky Camembert and Mascarpone cheesecake. (For stores outside Metro Manila)
CAMEMBERT AND MASCARPONE BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE (₱165)
Buttery crust and silky Camembert and Mascarpone cheesecake topped with blueberry compote. Oh cheesecake is love! (Available in Metro Manila stores only)
BANANA CHOCOLATE DANISH (₱95) is a buttery and flaky Danish filled with decadent chocolate and sliced banana topped with slivers of almond. Truly one of the best danishes I’ve tried.
ROAST BEEF DELI ON CIABATTA BREAD (₱165) – Slow-roasted beef, sliced button mushrooms, sweet and tangy sliced pickles and horseradish spread are layered on toasted rosemary ciabatta bread.
65% DARK CHOCOLATE (₱70) – This single-origin chocolate has an origin of 65% of cocoa solids and has a distinct fruity flavor profile.
Starbucks Card
STARBUCKS FRAPPUCCINO CARD
There is a Frappuccino suited for every mood and adventure, a perfect canvas to express your style.
Available for an initial activation amount of ₱1,000 per card. Purchase limit of two (2) Frappuccino Cards per customer, per day (any design). It is also available in blue and purple colors
STAY COOL CARD
Stay cool on hot summer days this season! Take the Stay Cool Card with you on your next adventure.
Available for an initial activation amount of ₱300 per card. Purchase limit of two (2) Stay Cool Cards per customer, per day.
Both cards are available in all stores starting April 18, 2017.
Starbucks Summer Launch 2017
The Starbucks Summer Launch 2017 was super fun because I was able to bring my family with me. We were given a “passport” we have to complete by going through all the booths and having them stamped. Ykaie loves these kinds of activities so off she went to all the booths. First up was this POP’ZEL COFFEE FRAPPUCCINO booth, where she got to try the new Frappuccino flavor.
Then, it was mommy’s turn to try the Cold Brew Coffee…
Shoot The Popcorn Booth
Toss The Pretzel Booth
Then I had to take a photo of them showing off a card that has their favorite Frappuccino flavor. Ykaie loves Dark Mocha Frappuccino….Twinkle just loves peek-a-boo and keeps on popping right up and down.
See??? I told you she loves Dark Mocha Frappuccino…
Yay! we got a prize for completing the passport and going through all the booths!
STARBUCKS EARTH DAY PROMO
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
On April 21 and 22, customers can purchase one (1) Night Sky Reusable Cup for only ₱100 OR
get a 10% off on any merchandise item (except breware) when they purchase any Grande handcrafted beverage.
There is no limit to the number of Night Sky Reusable cup or merchandise at 10% off that customers can purchase as long as the required number of Grande handcrafted beverages will be purchased.
Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions.
Offer cannot be converted to cash.
Purchased beverage will earn a Beverage Star if paid using a Starbucks Card.
Valid in all Starbucks stores in the Philippines
Please don’t forget to join the Strabucks Earth Day promo and for all those collecting Starbucks Card, don’t miss the Frappuccino cards.. they are so cute.
As for me, ROASTED MARSHMALLOW S’MORES FRAPPUCCINO and ROAST BEEF DELI ON CIABATTA BREAD are all I need to keep me going this month.
It’s June! Have you noticed? Time really flies. I can’t believe Ykaie will be back to school next week. Mornings will start much earlier for me –working out, cooking breakfast, preparing baon, waking up Ykaie and having her ready for school. But before the chaos happens, I’ll make sure I’ll get a much deserved ME time and try out one of Starbucks’ latest and greatest…
Prepare to go bananas with the BANANA SPLIT MOCHA FRAPPUCCINO (Tall – ₱ 175| Grande ₱ 190|Venti– ₱ 205). It’s Mocha Frappuccino blended with banana puree and layered on top with both fluffy Strawberry whipped cream and regular whipped cream, a rich chocolate drizzle, and crunchy waffle cone pieces.
*Also available in cream based format
I wasn’t a fan of Irish Creme then but I wanna try the IRISH CREAM COFFEE PUDDING FRAPPUCCINO (Tall – ₱ 175| Grande ₱ 190|Venti– ₱ 205) which is a fresh take on a classic coffee beverage. It has beautifully layered, creamy flavors. A coffee pudding base is infused with rich Irish Cream flavor, then topped with fluffy espresso whipped cream, and finely ground espresso powder.
New Greek Yogurt Parfaits
Being the yogurt junkie that I am I know I’m gonna love these new yogurt parfaits…
BLUEBERRY GREEK YOGURT PARTFAIT (₱ 140) Creamy Greek Yogurt layered with sweet and tarty blueberry compote then topped with crunchy oat granola
MANGO GREEK YOGURT PARFAIT (₱ 140) Creamy Greek Yogurt layered with sweet mango compote and topped with crunchy oat granola.
New Bakery Items
I used to be crazy about Starbucks Multigrain Bagel which I always eat on my first break when I’m an opener at the store. I toast it and smother it in butter and jam and it tastes so good and it really makes my day.
And you know what.. it kinda looks like this WHOLE WHEAT BAGEL (₱ 55), a New York-style bagel made with linseeds, rye and soy grits, corn semolina, and oats.
This is gonna be on my breakfast list — even though I am trying to avoid carbs… LOL!
Oh look! They also have BAGEL BITES FILLED WITH CREAM CHEESE (₱ 95/ 3 pieces). A mini herbed bagel stuffed with generous amount of cream cheese. I can imagine sinking my teeth into one of these babies.
New Breakfast Sandwiches
Mushrooms are love! They pack a whole lot of flavor and they’re healthy. Mushrooms and cheese?? Yes, please to this FOUR MUSHROOM AND EMMENTAL CHEESE ON BOULE BREAD (₱ 130). It has fresh button, portobello, shiitake and oyster mushroom and Emmental cheese on a soft and crusty Boule bread.
Since I ma on a health kick, I would probably order this together with the Whole Wheat Bagel.
TURKEY HAM, EGG WHITE AND FONTINA CHEESE ON WHOLE WHEAT BREAD (₱ 130) Slow-roasted turkey ham, fluffy herbed white omelette and nutty Fontina cheese on soft and chewy whole wheat bread.
peanutbutter however would love the SPAM JALAPEÑO, EGG AND GOUDA CHEESE ON SUPERGRAIN BAGEL (₱ 130). He’s not much on a health kick but he loves SPAM.
*Supergrain: Mixture of healthy grains and seeds – wheat, soya, sunflower, seeds, flaxseed, sesame seeds and rye.
New Breakfast Croissant Buns
I can imagine croissant buns are love! Because it’s buttery and flaky!
BACON, EGG AND GOUDA CHEESE ON CROISSANT BUN (₱ 140) Crispy honey cured bacon, stacked with fluffy egg patty, melty aged gouda cheese on croissant bun. Yum-O!
BAKED EGG AND MOZZARELLA CHEESE WITH BLACK TRUFFLE DRESSING ON CROISSANT BUN (₱ 140) Thick slice of baked egg, gooey melted mozzarella cheese and creamy black truffle dressing on our signature croissant bun. The black truffle dressing is definitely the star of this croissant bun sandwich!
New Mini Cakes
This looks my new weekend indulgence: CHOCOLATE MARSHMALLOW CAKE (₱ 160), a moist chocolate layer cake filled with smooth and creamy chocolate truffle and frosted with marshmallow icing.
MANGO CRUNCH CAKE (₱ 160) Smooth and creamy mousse with Philippine mangoes layered with crumbly buttery graham and crunchy white chocolate almond.
LIME TORTE CAKE (₱150/slice |₱1,350/whole) Crunchy and crumbly cake with sweet and tangy citrus flavor.
New Starbucks Card
CHILL MINI CARD
Inspired from Starbucks iced beverages, get this Chill Mini Card and bring it anywhere you go. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱500 per card. Purchase limit of up to two (2) Chill Mini Cards per customer, per day.
Available in all stores starting June 6, 2017.
FATHER’S DAY CARD
Show your appreciation for your Dad with this Father’s Day Card. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱500 per card. Purchase limit of up to two (2) Father’s Day Cards per customer, per day.
Available in all stores starting June 12, 2017.
ICED COFFEE CARD
Pocket your favorite iced coffee this Summer with theIced Coffee Card. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱1,000 per card. Purchase limit of up to two (2) Iced Coffee Cards per customer, per day.
Available in all stores starting June 6, 2017.
MY STARBUCKS REWARDS ACTIVATION & RELOAD PROMO
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Customers who activate any Starbucks Card from June 6 to 8, or reload any Starbucks Card from June 27 to 29 with at least ₱1,500 will receive Starbucks Gift Certificate worth ₱200 load.
Customers will receive ₱ 200 worth of Starbucks Gift Certificate upon activation/reload of any Starbucks Card with at least ₱ 1,500 load.
There is no limit to the number of Starbucks Cards a customer can activate or reload.
Customers cannot use a Starbucks Card or Gift Certificate to activate a Starbucks Card.
Offer cannot be combined with other offers or promotions or converted to cash.
Promo is valid in all Starbucks stores in the Philippines.
Reload via the Starbucks Card website is excluded from this promotion.
Since tomorrow is a weekend, I’m gonna get my hands on a Chocolate Marshmallow Cake paired with a Banana Split Mocha Frappuccino, Of course! What are you gonna get?
I know you’ve seen me on a health kick lately. It’s a lifestyle change that I’ve embraced for almost four months now. And so far, I am loving it! That’s why I’m excited to find out that Starbucks’ new beverage and food items this July also have elements of health in them. These new beverages and food items will be available starting on July 25 but here’s a preview so you’ll know what to try out first.
Refresh your palate with the AÇAI MIXED BERRY YOGURT FRAPPUCCINO BLENDED BEVERAGE (Tall – ₱ 175| Grande ₱ 190|Venti– ₱ 205). This delightful, pink beverage combines Açai berry-infused yogurt with mixed berry pearls that are bursting with flavor, topped off with light and creamy milk foam. (Available only in Cream blended beverage format)
Calling all granola fanatics (like me)!This GRANOLA DARK MOCHA FRAPPUCCINO BLENDED BEVERAGE (Tall – ₱ 175| Grande ₱ 190|Venti– ₱ 205) brings together signature Starbucks coffee with rich, chocolate flavors and a tasty blend of hearty cereal. The beverage is topped with creamy milk foam and then sprinkled with a generous topping of crunchy granola and chunks of raspberry-pink, dried berries. (Also available in Cream blended beverage format).
These drinks are generally lighter because its topped with creamy milk foam instead of the usual whipped cream.
NEW FOOD ITEMS
BELGIAN CHOCOLATE CHIP CAKE (₱150/slice |₱1,450/whole) – Layers of vanilla sponge cake with chocolate chips, milk chocolate ganache and frosted Belgian milk chocolate with mini chocolate chip cookies on the sides.
TIRAMISU (₱ 150) – Starbucks Coffee-soaked sponge cake layered with light and airy filling made from mascarpone, egg yolks and cream.
CHEESE DANISH (₱ 95) -Buttery and flaky dough filled with sweet, creamy cheese.
HAM AND CHEESE FRITTATA (₱ 95) – Potatoes, eggs, ham and cheese are all together in one dish making this perfect for breakfast, brunch or light dinner.
TUNA DILL ON WHOLE WHEAT BREAD (₱ 175) – Hearty tuna flakes, mozzarella cheese and sliced hard-boiled egg on whole wheat bread.
BACON AND MUSHROOM ON DUTCH CREPE (₱ 165) – Soft, chewy, and sweet Dutch crepe filled with honey cured bacon and sliced mushrooms.
RADICAL ORGANICS TOASTED COCONUT CHIPS (₱ 50) – A great gluten-free snack. Crispy and crunchy in every bite.
FEATURED COFFEES
STARBUCKS AFRICA KITAMU (₱ 445)
Kitamu (Swahili for “beyond description”) offers a wonderful introduction to the bright, juicy flavors of the region. This blend was created by combining East African beans with refreshing citrus and warm herbal notes. These flavors hold their own whether served hot or over ice.
Flavor: Citrus Complexity
Complementary Flavors: Citrus, currants, raisins and cranberries
STARBUCKS RESERVE® GUATEMALA SANTA ISABEL (₱ 595)
Distinguished by fragrant aromas and a pronounced sweetness, this coffee features a juicy acidity with tamarind, caramel and
chocolate notes.
Flavor: Tamarind and Caramel
Complementary Flavors: Caramel and chocolate
STARBUCKS RESERVE® EASTERN D.R. CONGO LAKE KIVU (₱ 595)
Lake Kivu, a massive freshwater lake along the Rwandan border, creates an ecosystem well suited to the cultivation
of heirloom Bourbon coffee trees. This coffee is balanced with sweet, herbal spice notes and an orange
acidity.
Flavor: Balanced and Herbal
Complementary Flavors: Cinnamon and butter
Available only in the following stores with Reserve® bars:
Tomas Morato, Quezon City
The Sapphire Bloc, Pasig City
S’Maison, Pasay City
Eight Forbes Town, Bonifacio Global City
Central Square, Bonifacio Global City
Keyland Centre, Makati City
Signa Designer Residences, Makati City
14 Jupiter, Makati City
I can’t wait to try the new drinks and that yummy- looking dutch crepe!
Remember last year? When I attended the the launch of Starbucks Teavana? I was very excited because of the three Starbucks Teavana Handcrafted Beverages that they launched along with it.
This year, Starbucks is taking it up a notch by launching Teavana frozen teas. I think these drinks are perfect for people like me who are trying to avoid caffeine and creamy drinks . When you are trying to avoid both and want an ice blended drink, the only choice you have is the Mango Tea Frappuccino. Well, not anymore.
Let me introduce you to the two Teavana frozen tea flavors:
TEAVANA FROZEN CHAMOMILE TEA WITH KYOHO GRAPE AND ALOE (Tall – ₱ 150| Grande ₱ 165|Venti– ₱ 180) – is made with Starbucks signature Chamomile tea, honey white grape puree, bits of aloe, and whole Kyoho grapes. This drink has a very unique cool, sweet, and refreshing flavor that just calms you out. If you’re wondering what Kyoho Grapes are, it’s “Giant mountain grapes” from Japan, which are skinned, pitted and left whole to maintain their texture.
TEAVANA FROZEN HIBISCUS TEA WITH POMEGRANATE PEARLS (Tall – ₱ 150| Grande ₱ 165|Venti– ₱ 180) This is very much like the Iced Shaken Hibiscus Tea with Pomegranate Pearls from last year. It’s bursting with Hibiscus, tropical papaya and mango, and hints of cinnamon and lemongrass from Starbucks signature Hibiscus tea. The pomegranate pearls complement the tea with the lightly sweet and tart flavor of real pomegranate juice.
**Both are available in Iced Shaken format
Since it doesn’t have caffeine, I let Twinkle try it the other day and she loved it! Now I think fruity and floral flavors go well together.
NEW FOOD ITEMS
This month’s new food items is l♥ve! Starting off with this Mango Float Cake which is made with moist and buttery cake then layered with creamy mango mousse and meringue, finished with mango buttercream icing. It’s like a Mango sansrival and cake combined together and IT. IS. THE. BOMB.
If you’re on a health kick, you’d be happy too because of the Arugula Pasta Salad with Creamy Parmesan and the Oriental Vermicelli Chicken Salad.
The Arugula Pasta Salad with Creamy Parmesan comes with al dente tri-color fussili pasta, fresh tomatoes, black olives and bell pepper on a bed of arugula with creamy parmesan dressing. I love arugula because of its peppery taste and it gives this pasta salad such a nice layer of flavor.
The Oriental Vermicelli Chicken Salad comes with Vermicelli noodles, crunchy vegetables, crispy fried wanton strips, and sesame chicken slices you can toss together in oriental dressing.
Both pasta and noodle salads are yum!
Penne Pesto with Mushroom as the name suggests, this is penne pasta sautéed with button mushroom and creamy pesto sauce.
Classic Beef Lasagna – A Harmony of savory meat, creamy bechamel sauce and lasagna baked with mozzarella cheese.
Aside from the new drinks and food items, Starbucks also launched a new design for its Starbucks Card. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱1,000, the Maple Leaf Starbucks Card comes in four colorful options.
We just got back from our first vacation of the season and Summer heat is all over the metro. What kept me cool the next day after getting back are the new Summer drinks from Starbucks! How did I get ahold of it? I attended the Starbucks Summer Launch 2018. Last year’s event is all about flavor combinations (Check out Starbucks Summer Launch 2017 here). This year, it’s all about emotions… #GetTheFeels. It’s about getting the feels of two new unapologettically bold flavors.
The Starbucks Tea-ramisu Frappuccino (Tall – ₱ 165| Grande ₱ 180|Venti– ₱ 195) brings a new spin on the classic dessert ‘Tiramisu’ by combining the creamy taste of cheesecake with the earthy notes of Japanese matcha. To create this wonder, rich green tea is blended with whipped mascarpone cheese to create a beautiful marbled effect, finished with a swirl of whipped cream and sprinkle of green tea cookie crumble.
The Starbucks Midnight Mocha Frappuccino (Tall – ₱ 165| Grande ₱ 180|Venti– ₱ 195) infuses black cocoa powder into Starbucks Coffee with a blend of java chip and a middle layer of fluffy whipped cream. The monochromatic beverage is topped with a dash of black cocoa powder to bring back those oh-so-sweet memories.
I like both drinks but Twinkle loved every sip of the Tea-ramisu Frappuccino. I’m guessing because it’s sweet, cheesy, and creamy.
NEW FOOD ITEMS
There were new food items during the launch too. We got to try two of them.
My pistachio lover of a husband loved the PISTACHIO DOME (₱175|₱1575), creamy pistachio and white chocolate mousse over layers of vanilla and chocolate cake finished with whipped cream and chopped Pistachio nuts.
While I, the chocolate-lover prefers the CHOCOLATE BABKA (Non-Kosher) (₱105), a buttery and sweet bread filled with real Belgian chocolate. This is so so good with the Tea-Ramisu Frappuccino. Promise!
MAPLE PECAN DANISH (₱65) Light and flaky Danish pastry filled with delicious maple cream and topped with chopped roasted pecan.
SPINACH MUSHROOM DUTCH PANCAKE (₱175) Paper thin pancake filled with creamy spinach and sautéed mushroom.
CLASSIC ITALIAN (₱175) Sliced turkey ham, salami, mortadella, mozzarella and parmesan cheese on toasted pesto bread.
I’m very excited to try the last three items soon!
STARBUCKS CARD
Get the feels this summer with these colourful and fun Frappuccino® Cards. It’s aailable for an initial activation amount of ₱1,000 per card with a purchase limit of up to two (2) Frappuccino Cards per customer, per day.
MOM CARD (with greeting card)
Show your mom how much you appreciate her with our newest Mom Card. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱500 per card with a purchase limit of up to two (2) Mom Cards per customer, per day.
Both cards will be available in all stores starting May 1, 2018.
Starbucks Summer Launch 2018
We had fun!!! The Summer theme really made us feel we’re at the beach inside the mall. Just like last year, we were given a passport at the entrance and we have to go through all of the activities to have it stamped. Once complete, we get a prize.
After such a satisfying lunch at L.U. BBQ, we wanted coffee. We heard about El Union Coffee and so we drove a good 15 minutes to San Juan. El Union Coffee is located near the beach in the surf side of La Union. It’s a small hiptser coffee shop that’s open and intimate — accommodates around 10-20 people.
After finding a table, we decided to order. It’s Summer and it’s noon — we were sweating, we decided to order iced coffees. peanutbutter and I had The Dirty White (₱120) , a creamy, dreamy Iced Latté that cooled me down against the La Union heat.
Sis ordered the Iced Chocolate (₱120) since she’s never really a fan of coffee. It’s bittersweet, rich, and creamy. I guess that’s why Twinkle loved it the moment she tried it.
Twinkle playing with daddy’s coffee
Ykaie wouldn’t let the Indoor S’mores (₱160) pass her by without tasting it, so we ordered a small one that’s good for 1-2. Their s’mores is good, I swear I can taste butter in it.
Ykaie, Sis, and nanay
El Union Coffee is located at Brgy. Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union.
De-stress yourself at Zoo Coffee and enjoy their scrumptious menu and cozy ambiance…
I’ve passed by Zoo Coffee in Megamall before and I found it cute and interesting. I didn’t have time to stop and have coffee at the time so I just made a metal note to go and check it out with the family at a later date. However, since I’m from the north part of Manila, I wasn’t able to do so. So I’m glad that Zoo Coffee finally came to the north and opened it’s doors at Ayala Malls Vertis North last week.
Zoo Coffee is an animal-themed Korean coffee chain that’s known for its playful design and concept. A combination of two cultures brought together to create a cozy and relaxing ambiance that every Filipino will love. With its signature barrisol, tree, laser cut light box, and its huggable stuffed animals, Zoo Coffee is a respite from the stress of everyday life with its cozy environment.
“We love the enthusiasm of Filipinos for K-pop, K-drama and other facets of Korean culture. We believe that bringing a Korean coffee shop here at Ayala Malls Vertis North can help more people in the North to experience more of the Korean culture in terms of what’s unique and different about it. We are bringing a different kind of coffee experience to those who want to relax from the hustle and bustle of life in Manila,” shares Katrina Balonan, Operations Manager of Zoo Coffee.
There was a food demo during the event where volunteers get to experience how to prepare several items on the menu. We were able to try and taste this Mango Waffle (₱195)….
…this Caramel Honeybread (₱225) and Barbecue Hotdog (₱165)….
and this Churro Waffle (₱140), one of the new waffle flavors on a buy one get one promo in partnership with Booky as a way of celebrating the opening of our this third branch.
After the food demo, I got to try this Caramel Frappe (₱165) which was served in an animal-print cup.
I paired it with this Cheesy Hotdog (₱175).
Zoo Coffee also sells merchandise such as tumblers and mugs which are animal printed or has an animal printed into it.
I’m planning to be back soon with the family and try their bingsu, pastas and sandwiches. Twinkle and Ykaie will absolutely love the ambience
Zoo Coffee is located at level 2 Ayala Malls Vertic North, Quezon City
Breakfast at Starbucks just got more exciting! Starbucks Philippines is introducing new breakfast options using flavorful ingredients and craveable combinations that pair perfectly with your favorite coffee. The new breakfast menu is a worthy reason to hop out of bed and visit your nearest Starbucks store.
The Sous Vide Egg White with Couscous and Quinoa is simple yet wonderful. Eggs are prepared using the French “sous vide” technique resulting in a velvety texture and a myriad of flavors. Mixed couscous, vegetables and quinoa served on the side bring the extra boost to fuel your day.
Another smart choice is the protein-rich Spinach Mushroom Frittata. Egg whites, spinach, mushroom, and cheese are brought together for a tasty start to any morning.
The Fruit and Nut Toast is a coffeehouse classic baked with whole grain, sweet dried berries, apple, orange peel and flavorful nuts. It’s a breakfast staple that tastes even better with a dollop of butter and jam.
A refreshing breakfast choice, the Berry Chia Overnight Oats is packed with fiber, vitamins and nutrients. Dig into your day with a unique mix of berries, almond, pistachio, chia seeds, rolled oats, whole milk and Greek yogurt.
Try these new options for breakfast at Starbucks.
Visit www.starbucks.ph for the full Starbucks menu of breakfast goodness.
Starbucks is bringing on the fruit this July — and also the yogurt! Two of the things that I love. Just leave it to them to come up with delicious Frappuccino flavors. One of them is a returning favorite which I kept on drinking the last time they offered it .
It’s called Acai Mixed Berry Yogurt Frappuccino (Tall – ₱ 165 | Grande ₱ 180 | Venti– ₱ 195). This drink brings together the tanginess of the acai berry with cooling yogurt and juicy mixed berry pearls. The beverage is topped with milk foam for a light finishing touch.
The other one is the Apricot & Peach Yogurt Frappuccino (Tall – ₱ 165 | Grande ₱ 180 | Venti– ₱ 195) which is a new drink. It starts with a layer of aromatic peach jelly and real white peach bits at the bottom followed by tangy yogurt blend and a topped with apricot sauce.
These two flavors are gonna be available starting tomorrow, July 24 at all Starbucks branches.
SUMMER SHADES CARD
Dive into summer nostalgia with the new Summer Shades Card. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱300 per card with a purchase limit of up to two (2) Summer Shades Cards per customer, per day. Available in all stores starting July 24, 2018.
Which drink are you trying first? The Acai Mixed Berry or the Apricot & Peach?
So Halloween is finally over, you guys, and now it’s time to feel the magic and joy of the incoming Christmas. At Starbucks, welcoming the season is serious business. Of course, Ykaie and I had to join them.
After all, welcoming the season with delicious beverages that deliver the holiday cheer in each sip has become the tradition. But beyond their cozy red cups, it brews something even more heartwarming. This year at Starbucks, the blend is the magic – it’s where all the things we love about the season come together to make our Christmas experiences extra special.
Starbucks hosted a grand Christmas launch with a magical blend of nostalgic traditions, merry activities, and festive food at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall.
Aside from two giant nutcrackers which stood at the lighted entrance of the enchanting Christmas world, we were also welcomed by a massive Christmas tree made with Red Cups and adorable Starbucks Bearista Bears, as well as a Starbucks Express train that circled around the Christmas village.
Sip A Cup Of Magic
In the spirit of Christmas traditions, Starbucks is serving up delightful beverages for the season… two are returning favorites (hello, toffee nut crunch latte!) and one is simply something you must try…
TOFFEE NUT CRUNCH LATTE (Tall – ₱ 175 | Grande ₱ 190 | Venti ₱ 205)
Ring in the Christmas season with the subtle caramelly sweetness of Starbucks Toffee Nut Crunch Latte, topped with whipped cream and toffee crunch. The rich buttery toffee flavors and aroma of toasted nuts make the perfect partner for Starbucks espresso roast.
PEPPERMINT MOCHA (Tall – ₱ 175 | Grande ₱ 190 | Venti ₱ 205)
Indulge in the traditional holiday flavors of Peppermint Mocha, a combination of espresso and steamed milk sweetened with flavors of chocolate and peppermint. Topped with whipped cream, mocha drizzle and candy cane pieces, this festive beverage is just too good to resist!
SNOWY CRANBERRY WHITE MOCHA (Tall – ₱ 175 | Grande ₱ 190 | Venti ₱ 205)
Starbucks signature espresso combined with steamed milk and a toasty white chocolate sauce, then topped with whipped cream and festive cranberry sugar sprinkles.
All drinks are available hot, iced, and in ice blended beverage format.
FESTIVE EATS
The Starbucks Christmas tradition won’t be complete without these festive christmas food items that goes great with the holiday drinks…
BAKED BURRITO (₱185) – A tortilla bowl filled with a heart and flavorful Mexican flavor rice dish.
CHOCOLATE OAT CHEESECAKE (₱195/ slice|₱2,145/ whole)
Layers of creamy dark chocolate, milk chocolate and vanilla white cheesecake on a chocolate oat crust.
VANILLA BLUEBERRY CAKE (₱175/ slice|₱1,575/ whole) – Layers of light vanilla cake and blueberry compote finished with milky cream frosting and blueberry cookie crumble. This is so good!
BAKED CHEESE TART (₱75) – Buttery and flaky crust filled with velvety cream cheese and finished with sugar glazed drizzle. This was Ykaie’s favorite among the bunch.
And this was my favorite…CRANBERRY PISTACHIO TURKEY FLATBREAD (₱105)
Cranberries and pistachio flatbread topped with chicken, turkey sausage, spinach and cheese.
Oh, and they have a Starbucks Bearista mascot this year too!
After feasting and posing with the bearista, Ykaie and I joined the activities they prepared. First up, we sang Christmas carols at the ‘Christ-Must Carol’ game station.
Ykaie joined the “Snowy Cranberry” game where they tossed toppings on the giant Snowy Cranberry Drinks.
She also scribbled her pledge to spread cheer and goodwill for the holidays on a larger-than-life Starbucks Red cup.
Christmas wishes were sent in a special mail box to santa….
We were also able to capture this holiday memory on a cool Snow Globe 360º photo booth that had a magical virtual snow effect.
STARBUCKS CHRISTMAS MERCHANDISE
Christmas Starbucks Card
Celebrate the joy and magic of the season with our newest Snowman Card, Holiday Tree Card and the Maligayang Pasko Card. Available each for an initial activation amount of ₱300 per card.
It’s also that time of the year when they’re launching the Starbucks Planner 2019 and the Starbucks Travel Organizer… will tell you more about this on my next post.
Merry Christmas Starbucks Team! Congratulations on such a magical Christmas Launch! I’m looking forward to using both my Starbucks Planner 2019 and my travel organizer next year.
BANANA CHOCOLATE PUFF (₱80) – A golden brown, flaky and buttery pastry filled with decadent Belgian chocolate and sliced bananas
SPINACH TOMATO FRITTATA WRAP (₱165)A hearty whole wheat pita bread filled with scrumptious spinach, egg and tomatoes that’s best served warm
YOUTHBERRY is inspired by super fruits, acai fruit is blended with tropical pineapple and mango flavors with high quality white tea, balanced by rosehips and tart green apple.
HIBISCUS has bright, juicy papaya and mango combined with citrus lemongrass for a naturally caffeine-free blend. Hibiscus flowers lend the tea a slight tartness and extraordinary deep fuchsia color.
EMPEROR’S CLOUDS & MIST is exclusively harvested during the month of April and grown on the steep, windy slopes of Huangshan Mountain at 3,500 feet above sea level, this tea has a rich body and a naturally sweet flavor.
AUTUMN LEAF CARD
MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL CARD
