FLAVOURS OF ILOILO

From indulgent flavors like Nutella , Speculoos Cookie Butter and tiramisu and to the exotic like ampalaya , ginger and sili , Nothing But Desserts teases the palate of the Ilonggos when it comes to the variety of the  Mokki Lato gelato they serve. And just recently, the exotic flavor the evaded me ever since has finally landed - Tisa Gelato . And in the nick of time as the whole batch was almost finished off when I was there. I tried tisa a few times before but I don't really crave for it. But for it to become a gelato, there's the novelty as well as the exotic factors that raises the level of curiosity. The tisa gelato tastes like the real fruit if I remember my taste memories correctly. The hard-boiled egg texture of the tiesa fruit is evident but not overpowering as it is mixed with other ingredients. Indeed, my taste curiosity satisfied and when it becomes part of the selection again, I'll have another go at it!

How about some special and one-of-a-kind cookies this Christmas? Nothing But Desserts at The Avenue Complex in Smallville, Iloilo creates special thin cookies but instead of having variants/flavour to baked cookie doughs, you ll get the 100% of the real thing. When you order Almond Thin Cookies, you get almond nuts shaped liked a cookie! Same goes if you're having Black Sesame and Squash Seeds cookies - you'll get them 100%! And they go in a special gift box perfect for the season of gift-giving. Grab them now!

Care for some ampalaya gelato? yes heard read it right, it's ampalaya, amargoso (for the Ilonggos) or bittergourd. Infamous for it's bitterness, the ampalaya has found its to teaste the sweet palate of the Ilonggos. The gelato brand Mokkilato through Nothing But Desserts here in Iloilo has come up with several new and local flavours that include luya (ginger), guyabano, santol, chessa, luyang dilaw (turmeric), langka and ampalaya. The lure discovering how something bitter would be transformed into a dessert is a big curiosity to be satisfied. So this ampalaya gelato was one of the first I tried. No hints of bitterness from my first until the last scoop - yup I finished it. Though when having the actual bits of the bittergourd, I sort of tasted hints of guava skin - lol. But in the end even those who never liked or tasted ampalaya will surely find this bitter vegetable a refreshingly sweet experience. Nothing But Desserts is located at The Avenue Complex...

Cool off this summer with something that's even hotter than the sun's scorching heat! It's finally here Chili Gelato from  Nothing But Desserts at The Avenue Complex. A bite in every scoop, this Italian ice cream made with something local is one that would make a curious order. Unusual for something this hot to be made cool - you'd definitely be tempted to try!  Just for this photo shoot, I borrowed this mean-looking chili to top off my my gelato order. First bite gives you a sweet creamy goodness of the gelato then the spiciness creeps in. You'll just have to eat this continuously so that the spiciness is overcome by the sweet and creamy taste. It's also helpful to have a glass of water nearby. So give in to the sweet-spicy temptation of this chili gelato only from Nothing But Desserts! Nothing but Desserts  The Avenue Complex, Glicerio Pison Avenue, Brgy. San Rafael, Mandurriao, Iloilo City. Tel No. (033) 329-5815

 Why indulgent? Take this Speculoos Cookie Butter Cupcake for example. It's not only that the frosting infused with one of the crazes of 2013, it is also filled with yummy cookie butter that will surely make you have another bite or even another cupcake. But you'll have to go to Iloilo Supermart for a jar of Speculoos Cookie Butter. How about some Almond Cupcake and Belgian Chocolate Cupcake ? Their frosting also have the taste and flair of their namesake plus some indulgent filling too!  And finally some Hazelnut Cupcake made with Nutella Hazelnut spread. You'll enjoy the spread you love to love on the frosting and in the filling! Each indulgent cupcake sells for PhP 95 at Nothing But Desserts at The Avenue Complex in Smallville.

Nothing compares to a grand dessert treat that satisfies every sweet craving. Always introducing new creations that entice the dessert-loving crowd of Iloilo, Nothing but Desserts at The Avenue brings another set of delights that will make you forget your sugar diet.  Don’t miss the line of the extremely deliciousJapanese Cheesecake with a variety of toppings you can choose from.  If you fancy dulce pralines, Nothing but Desserts has the cream Dulce Rosette (sweet and milky egg custard shaped into a rose). If you want variety, you have the Mango or Chocolate Dulce Praline.  Vanilla will overflow with the classic L’Opera (layer of vanilla roulade, chocolate and coffee cream), and White Velvet (layer of vanilla roulade filled with white chocolate mousse and strawberry filling). Other must-trys are Mango and Sweet Citrus Crostata, a sweet creation of buttery crust filled with cream mango or kalamansi filling topped with fresh mango or kalamansi slices, respe...

The fairly cold and rainy Tuesday afternoon didn't hinder us from enjoying the galore of gelato specially prepared for us at Nothing but Desserts at The Avenue Complex. I've tried a number of the Mokkilato gelato offerings at Coffeebreak  and NBD  before like kalamansi, mento, mango cheese cake, caramel and tiramisu among others. But when Ms Arvi Sumayo Sicad, Marketing Manager of Great Foods Comcepts Inc mentioned a host of new local and exotic flavours like santol, ampalaya and my "favorite", ginger, it got me all excited. Good thing Nothing but Desserts has their own gelato machine that they can make any flavours under the sun, anytime. Ampalaya gelato  So, lets start with one of the most intriguing - AMPALAYA. No problem with me, I guess since I eat amargoso as a vegetable and I've tasted dishes having this gourd in all its bitterness. The first taste impression I had with the gelato version of bittergourd was it had hints of guava skin taste. ...

It’s not just like your ordinary ice cream.  Those who have savored Nothing but Dessert’s Gelato can attest to its amazing taste. The rich, intense flavor- creamy beyond words- will surely put a smile on your face.  And the secret to its delicious creamy goodness? Nothing but Desserts uses Fresh Organic Whole Milk from Orchard Valley.  With a variety of regular flavors like pistachio, vanilla, almond, hazelnut, Spanish chocolate and a lot more, Nothing but Desserts will surely excite your palate.   And now, you might want to try new flavors that would tickle your interest. Sample tisa, santol, bittergourd, ginger, and many more gelato flavors on your next visit. If you don’t find the fruit that appealing, wait until you try it as gelato. The taste is delightful and creamy up to the last spoonful!   Whether in a cup or in a cone, indulging a few scoops will make your fun  time with family and friends extra delicious. (Nothing but...

With the day’s painful but glorious heat, there can be no denying. Summer is here! And what is summer if we don’t indulge in some fruity delight? These days, if you visit Nothing but Desserts, you will be enthralled with its newly launch Banana Smoothies. Real fruity, delicious, and creamy, Nothing but Desserts’ summer Banana Smoothies will definitely bring out the summer foodie in you.  After a luscious serving of your favorite dessert, order a glass of smoothie to make your treat more delicious. Choose from the classic sweet Banoffee, Banana Split, Choco Banana, Strawberry Banana, Raspberry Banana, Mango Banana, and Peach Banana. Served in indulgent servings, banana in every taste, these smoothies will surely be a satisfying toast to a great summer!  (Nothing but Desserts is located at The Avenue complex, Glicerio Pison Avenue, Smallville, Brgy. San Rafael, Mandurriao Iloilo City. For reservations call, 3295815)    /press release

VALENTINE'S DAY. It’s the time of the year when love is felt all around; when red is the dominant color and how everybody is having a sweet tooth all of a sudden. Desserts and everything sweet play a major role during heart’s day, whether as gifts, giveaways or food around us. As the cliché goes, the way to one’s heart is through the stomach and yes, let’s talk about nothing but food - what to buy, where to dine and how to prepare … Sweets for my sweet! BUY AND BRING HOME Heart Cakes Tinapayan Bakeshop has a wide variety of special Valentine cakes and yes, they are all heart shaped. They do not only look good but also taste good as they come in different colours and flavours inside out. And you can personalize them for your sweet Valentine. Butterscotti A trademark of Rgies Delicacies, butterscotti comes from the words butterscotch and biscotti. They were remnants of butterscotch that stick to the pan after being baked but after being discovered to be deli...

Spend your holidays dining at the best restaurants in the city! And when you talk about best restaurants, the array found at the The Avenue Complex easily comes in mind. Featuring a variety of world-class cuisine for the festive vibe, you’ll get to taste the most delicious dishes to celebrate this very special season.  Amalfi Cucina Italiana Thinking of a perfect Christmas date with your loved one? Amalfi is just absolutely terrific.Explore a romantic splurge out with the most delicious authentic Italian dishes. Please your palate with Tuna Tartare and Vegetable Duchess with Prawns and Grape Salad for your starters. Taste authentic Italian dishes like the delicious Chilean Seabass or the Sicilian Lamb Stew for your main course. Bauhinia Filipino Cuisine Taste the best Filipino table delights at Bauhinia and cherish the moment with your family and loved ones this Christmas. Roll your sleeves for the enticing bestsellers: Kare-Kare Crispy Pata and Sini...