Iloilo City hosts two big blogging events in November - the first ever Visayas Blogging Summit and the Philippine Blog Awards 2010 - Visayas. These events will gather bloggers from all over Visayas, Luzon, and Mindanao, in a series of talks and open fora getting updates and learning more about blogging while enjoying what Iloilo City has to offer.
With the support and endorsement of Philippine Blog Awards Inc., the Iloilo Bloggers Inc. and Great Foods Inc. present the PBA2010 - Visayas awards night at the posh The Avenue Complex. Located at the nightlife district of Iloilo City, this complex is the newest entertainment and gastronomic center in Iloilo City as it hosts a number of restaurants, a club, and a set of function rooms known as TheVenue - where the actual ceremonies will be held.
Ilonggos have always been such big fans of Filipino Cuisine, traveling far and wide to savor superbly- tasting and uniquely-presented Filipino dishes to charm the eyes and satisfy palates. This led to the conceptualization of Bauhinia Filipino Cuisine, a Filipino restaurant envisioned to be a food gem that would cater the public with great-tasting Filipino delights prepared with a twist.
At Bauhinia, diners will be charmed with the restaurant’s cozy vibe that’s both relaxing and appetizing. With walls tinted in cool hues and adorned with charming murals, dining at Bauhinia will surely be a worth-it experience. At Bauhinia, what will charm you ultimately is their fresh take of Pinoy dishes deliciously prepared to capture appetites. Classic Filipino delights with a twist. That’s Bauhinia Filipino Cuisine.
What occasion it maybe, nothing feels more splendid than a luxurious dinner at Amalfi Cucina Italiana. Amidst an impressively plush setting oozing with understated elegance, Amalfi will drown you with sumptuous Italian delights coupled with the luxurious Italian feel. With minimalist interiors, and black and white themed walls decked with gorgeous wall adornments, elegance shouts in every corner of Amalfi.
Amalfi’s distinct and exciting menu makes it a top choice for cozy dining. Be thrilled with a superb array of Italian dishes that range from pasta and pizza, fresh salads and soups, mouth watering steaks, to sweet desserts and an excellent collection of wine and liquor.
If you think you’ve tasted enough good steaks in your life, well, prepare yourself for yet the best when you dine at Mojave Grill and Steakhouse. Mojave is quickly becoming a cult favorite among the urbane class of Iloilo and a preferred destination of local and foreign tourists. It is where your fantasy of savoring the best quality steak is fulfilled; amidst a super cozy atmosphere where you can simply enjoy the luxury of good food.
Avid diners swear that dining at Mojave is more than just a simple meal. It becomes an ultimate experience of the finest you can ever imagine. Taste the finest steaks along with Mojave’s impeccable offerings which include sumptuous soups, zesty appetizers, salad, fried and grilled delights, first- class burgers, side dishes, delicious desserts, and a supreme line of wine and other must-try beverages.
Avid diners swear that dining at Mojave is more than just a simple meal. It becomes an ultimate experience of the finest you can ever imagine. Taste the finest steaks along with Mojave’s impeccable offerings which include sumptuous soups, zesty appetizers, salad, fried and grilled delights, first- class burgers, side dishes, delicious desserts, and a supreme line of wine and other must-try beverages.
For urbanites, anything that spell sophistication and lush is a weakness. Their penchant for luxury is such a noted characteristic, especially when it comes to desserts. What can only tempt them are the most luscious confections that will excite their taste buds to heavenly pleasure.
With this yummy craving, dessert enthusiasts will surely fall in love with the sinfully tempting desserts offered in Nothing but Desserts, the new dessert mecca of Iloilo City. Once you step in Nothing but Desserts you’ll surely start to understand the real meaning of indulgence. It’s a posh dessert shop that takes your dessert indulgence to a whole new level. You’ll sure to get addicted once you get to taste Nothing but Desserts’ terrific line of sweet treats and irresistible beverages.
With this yummy craving, dessert enthusiasts will surely fall in love with the sinfully tempting desserts offered in Nothing but Desserts, the new dessert mecca of Iloilo City. Once you step in Nothing but Desserts you’ll surely start to understand the real meaning of indulgence. It’s a posh dessert shop that takes your dessert indulgence to a whole new level. You’ll sure to get addicted once you get to taste Nothing but Desserts’ terrific line of sweet treats and irresistible beverages.
Aura is Iloilo City's newest club. International in flavor and high tech in feel, it boasts the the latest in LED lighting, a high-end audio system, and a full-color laser system. Come and join our beautiful party-goers.
The club spells of sophistication with super chic interiors, superb amenities, and a vibe just perfect for partyphiles. And of course, there will be a hell-lot of good party music. Chill-out. Rnb. House. Remix. The strong, pulsating disco rhythm will be your night’s best friend. And you’ll say no to the glitzy dance floor, and the engaging party crowd.
In Iloilo, if you talk about good coffee, Coffeebreak takes the smash-hit level. Serving the most engaging coffee and frappe in town, dished up with indulgent assortment of cakes and pastries, it’s no question that Coffeebreak has captured the palates of coffee lovers in metro Iloilo.
Coffeebreak is the first-rate gourmet café that has earned wide popularity and patronage in Metro Iloilo. With desirably chic interiors that set a soothing place to relax, Coffeebreak indulges you with the most invigorating coffee and choco-based drinks that you can deliciously pair with the most luscious cakes, or with a hearty pizza or pasta. You can also choose from the sweet assortment of pastries, and of course, your favorite comfort food, the irresistible gelato.
Coffeebreak is the first-rate gourmet café that has earned wide popularity and patronage in Metro Iloilo. With desirably chic interiors that set a soothing place to relax, Coffeebreak indulges you with the most invigorating coffee and choco-based drinks that you can deliciously pair with the most luscious cakes, or with a hearty pizza or pasta. You can also choose from the sweet assortment of pastries, and of course, your favorite comfort food, the irresistible gelato.
Situated on the 2nd floor of the complex are TheVenue Function Rooms. A chic venue for all occasions, it offers complete packages for conferences, receptions and other events. TheVenue is among the newest and best function rooms in the city served with good food exclusively coming from the group of restaurants in the complex.These three functions can accommodate around 60 per room or can be joined all together to host almost 200 persons.
The Avenue Complex
Boardwalk St. cor. Glicerio Pison Ave.
Mandurriao, Iloilo City
0920-945-9406
Amalfi Cucina Italian Tel. No. 033-329-5829
Bauhinia Filipino Cuisine Tel. No. 033 329-6951
Club Aura
Coffeebreak
Mojave Grill and Steak House Tel. No. 329- 5616
Nothing but Desserts Tel No. 329- 5815
TheVenue Tel. No. 396-6013
Boardwalk St. cor. Glicerio Pison Ave.
Mandurriao, Iloilo City
0920-945-9406
Amalfi Cucina Italian Tel. No. 033-329-5829
Bauhinia Filipino Cuisine Tel. No. 033 329-6951
Club Aura
Coffeebreak
Mojave Grill and Steak House Tel. No. 329- 5616
Nothing but Desserts Tel No. 329- 5815
TheVenue Tel. No. 396-6013
ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Arvi Sumayo, Marketing Specialist - Great Foods Inc., TheNewsToday, OffToTravel, Facebook pages of Aura and Coffeebreak .