BONO Artisanal Gelato now open in The Podium

I was so thrilled when Bono Artisanal Gelato finally opened in The Podium! If someone would let me choose Gelato or Ice cream, I would choose Gelato, because of the texture and many flavors to choose from. Like Bono said on facebook, in eight (8) weeks you can try all of their Gelato, imagine how many variants they have for dessert.

That's Chef Zarah Zaragoza-Manikan ( in White Short Sleeve) assisting the BONO staff

They are different because of the love to experiment with flavors. A new and exciting flavors which would delight customers.

Photo taken at ClickTheCity.com

What I liked about BONO the most is that they have fun, unique flavors which you can't find in other gelato stores! Their best-selling flavors are Speculoos and Taho. You can ask to try out the flavors first before ordering.

Red Velvet Cupcake

Since it was my first encounter with this flavor, I was bracing myself for some of cupcake sweetness, but it turns out, this one is just mildly sweet and ultra creamy. I loved this flavor, and I'm so looking forward to try out their bestselling Taho next.

Pistacchio

Its unique nutty flavour is what defines this ice cream.

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For Cup/Cone

Single (1 Flavor) Php 130 / Double (2 Flavors) Php 200

For Cup only

Single (1 Flavor) Php 85

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If you happen to drop by The Podium, SM Aura and SM Makati, do try BONO Artisanal Gelato! I'm sure you'll find a unique flavor from their amazing lineup that will be a sure hit. For more information, check out their Website and Facebook.

BONO Artisanal Gelato

The Podium

G/F 18 ADB Ave.

Ortigas Center Mandaluyong City

SM Aura Premier

LG/F 26th Street

cor. Carlos P. Garcia Avenue,

Taguig City, Metro Manila

SM Makati

2/F, East Drive corner Hotel Drive,

Ayala Center, Makati, Metro Manila

551-0587

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Cronuts and Crookies at Wildflour Café + Bakery

A simple Wildflour Cafe + Bakery script on one of the glass walls. Very nice lighting inside. Hardwood tables and chairs. It really gave local corner cafe vibe. As we walked inside we decided to take the low chairs with the full view of outside. The waiter greeted us and hand over the house's menu.

Its only been a couple of months since this humble corner store opened and yet it has already made a huge buzz. With foodies around the metro falling in line to get a seat and have the opportunity to eat at this much talked about restaurants.

My favorite among all the dishes that were served is this one, Croque Madame. It contained a lot of eggs and cheese so it is not really a healthy option.

Baked macaroni topped of with gruyer and cheddar cheese. This is an ultimate comfort food specially with the rich hot cheese having a very consistent sticky texture. Unfortunately, this dish lacked the seasoning. had to add a few dash of salt just to kick start this dish. Great for sharing.

Chocolate Cronuts and Strawberry Cronuts
Other Flavors: Dulce de Leche, Mixed Berry, and Vanilla
Php 120 each

Finally tried their Cronuts and it lived up to the hype! It's yummy and not so sweet, I like the custard creme in the middle. NOTE: You have to line-up (even if you're dine-in) to buy this scrumptious Cronuts and you can only choose two flavors per person. 

Crookie Php 120

It's a Croissant Oreo Cookies, a Wildflour’s Oreo-Stuffed Croissant. Similar to the version of their Cronuts, they have the custard feeling but with Oreos in the middle. I find their crookie too sweet for my taste.

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Overall, Prices are expensive specially if you consider the quality of food being put out but nonetheless, I loved the place and how the staff were very accomodating and friendly. Freshly baked Cronuts' batch hours: 12nn, 2:30pm and 4pm.

Verdict:

Place - 5

Service - 5

Environment - 5

Taste - 4.5

Price - 4

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The Podium

G/F ADB Ave., Wack Wack,

Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila.

8AM - 10PM

Bonifacio Global CIty

4th Ave. Corner 26th St., G/F Netlima Bldg.

Bonifacio Global City

Fort Bonifacio Taguig City

(02) 856 7600