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The Granary at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo

Richmonde Hotel Iloilo opened a few days ago and like a magnet it pulled Ilonggos towards it to experience the luxury it has to offer. From its gleaming facade to modestly lavish interiors, it has become "the place to see and be seen". And among the simplest way to enjoy the luxury it has to offer is to indulge in the gastronomic pleasures at The Granary . Located at the hotel's lobby, the all-day outlet entices with its simple yet elegant interiors. Despite its business-like ambiance, sophistication is in the air - literally. Who wouldn't notice and appreciate the simple elegance these lighting fixtures the moment they step in!  Under these bright lights, the duo-toned furniture also speaks of mild sophistication. But if you prefer much brighter, then you can seat yourself in the area fronting the glass wall for maximum exposure. There, the walls are lined with native decors and another set of lighting fixtures might give you another visual fixation. Bu...

Now "Barbecue-ing" in Iloilo: Aida's Chicken Inasal

Whenever I find myself in Bacolod City, I always make it a point to drop by Manukan Country . One could be lost in the array of chicken inasal houses lining the area. But not me for always look for my favorite - Aida's Chicken. But now, I don't have to crave for the taste of Aida's Chicken Inasal as I can readily have one here in Iloilo City! With a soft opening last June 8, 2015, Aida's Chicken has opened its doors to the Iloilo dining crowd with a two-storey al fresco restaurant located at Paseo de Arcangeles beside SM City Iloilo.  Photo from Aida's Chicken Iloilo FB Bringing its signature Chicken Inasal, Aida's menu is all about chicken ( pecho, pechopak, pa-a ) and its other edible parts - bul-o (skin), batikulon (gizzard), atay (liver), pakpak (wings),  li-og (neck)  tina-e (intestines),  and  isol/iwi (you don't wanna know LOL). But they other meat specialties if you're not into chicken - like pork barbecue and grilled chorizo (lo...