Interior of Aozora

If it wasn't so hot that day, this part would be the perfect place to stay at.  Oh. I heard that the best time to go here is during sunset. Yes, I think that sunset viewing is perfect in their place 'cause nasa west part sila and there are no obstructions in the view. (Sunset at Picnic Grove link: here.)

Japanese snacks are for sale. Got over my love for Meiji's dark chocolate because it's Meiji's Kyo-matcha for me now. Hehe.

And they have the best spot of all the establishments I've visited along the ridge. The name Aozora (blue sky) makes perfect sense when you're at this part. I would love to view the sunset here someday. Sige, kapag may ka-date na ko. Char lang :))

Panoramic View You are to see nature and forest in its finest. You are to eat Japanese cuisine in its finest. Definitely worth the drive! Unfortunately, mahirap na makakita ng ganitong spot sa Tagaytay kasi ang dami ng buildings and houses. Buti na lang, meron pa rito. So here it is. Tagaytay's first authentic Japanese restaurant.

Dragon Maki Named as such because it looks like a dragon. Laki kong tulong talaga. Haha. But this tastes good huhu I want to go back.

Gyoza

Miso Soup

And my favorite of the dishes that I tried there is Aozora's version of Sukiyaki.

Aozora's Fried Rice So good you don't even need a viand to eat this with.

Aozora's owner, Ms. Christine, told us that they import most of their ingredients from Japan. Their salmon has a different texture from the salmon sashimis that are available in eat-all-you-can buffets.

Aozora's Salad The crunchy kani on top took this salad on a different level. Sarap! I can eat this all by myself. hehe.

Tempura

Chicken Katsu Loved this as well! The chicken meat was tender but the panko coating was crunchy.

Pork Tonkatsu

Chicken Terriyaki

Tempura Ice Cream for dessert This one's interesting because the ice cream's obviously cold but the tempura coating is hot. The taste of chocolate syrup, red bean and vanilla ice cream are all complimenting. Must try!

I was surprised when they brought this out. Bulalo ramen daw. But I was more surprised that they managed to make this dish into something na hindi nakakaumay at bagay. Bulalo in not my kind of comfort food but with Aozora's Bulalo Ramen maybe it can be now.

A look of Taal lake once again.

Yay for the virgin forest they have there. Looks like no one has traversed here yet.  If you find yourself in Tagaytay, go to Aozora 'cause not only do you get to see this scenic view, you also get to eat delicious and authentic Japanese food prepared by Chef Seiji Kamura.

So meron pa palang ganitong part sa #tagaytay.😄 Super nice ng view from #Domicillo hotel (taas😂). #aozora #forest #travelph #nature #clouds #xperia

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Aozora part 2 #teamaldoustagaytay

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I have found the right word to describe what I feel SOMETIMES. 😂🍴 #artsycafe #maginhawa #food #hangry #gaanokadalasangminsan

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Fish and Fries for appetizer

Pesto This was my order and even though it wasn't something special for me, it was good enough. It wasn't oily and having the cheesy chicken on top was better than pairing pasta with bread. Laking tulong ko e no. Haha.

People who love to eat are always the best people. IKR!!!!!!! Kailangan pa bang i-memorize 'yan?!

Overall, even if the food we had weren't that remarkable to me or I've probably forgotten about the taste, it's the ambiance of this place that I liked a lot. The multi-colored chairs and tiles were also cute additions to the interior.  I love how it is living up to its name - artsy. As for the crowd, peak hours are always my problem in ALL restaurants I've been to at Maginhawa. I don't think I even need to mention that here again.

... can they find their way home? Sudden #roadtrip. 💗 #baguio #walangjacket #walangpowerbank #walangcharger #aldubit 💕

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Viewing Deck of the Good Shepherd Convent

Houses and Mountain Ranges.

That's me wearing NYX's Copenhagen Matte Cream Lipstick

It's a good thing Good Shepherd accept card payments. Di ako prepared but I was able to buy bottles of ube jam. Hehe.

This is Mines View Park now. The entrance of the park looks much better compared to its state last year. MINES VIEW PARK, GOOD SHEPHERD 2014 link: here.

These are all for sale.

From the viewing deck of Mines View

Souvenir Shop

New gate.

I felt sad upon seeing this. This wasn't the only tree that got uprooted during the typhoon. I can't even imagine how long it took for this tree to grow then nawala na lang ng ganun.

Missing the foggy view of Burnham Park Di kasi masyadong malamig and foggy when we there unlike the first when it was almost zero visibility everywhere.

Burnham Lake

More broken branches and uprooted trees.

I have been wearing that necklace for more than 5 years now and we've gone to a lot of places that's why I am frustrated that I lost it yesterday morning when I'm just staying at home. Hello, natulog lang ako tas nowhere to be found na. NAKAKALOKA. I don't know if I placed it somewhere I can't recall since I was too sleepy or whatevs, di ko talaga mahanap more so maalala.  Pag may nawala, may darating. Hindi naman sa kwintas 'yun kundi sa Miraculous Medal na nandun. Buti na lang feast day na sa Nov. 27. May ginagamit ako ngayon na iba pero at least makakakuha ako ng bago.

Baguio Cathedral was repainted. This is my first time entering the church. Hehe. THANK YOU POOOOO!

One of my favorite spots in Baguio. First visit link: here.

Yes pls. hehehehe. Money daw oh.

This is what the Baguio Cathedral looks now. Pink paint 'to before.

Last stop was the Wet Market to buy fresh vegetables.

Tingin pa lnag fresh na fresh na eh. Sarap ng dalandan at strawberry swear. Hindi 'yung dalandan na nabibili rito sa'tin. Tas found out na meron palang orange farm something sa Mountain Province. Hehe. Soon.

And it won't be complete without strolling along Session Road. NOTE: Kung magkataon na 'yung post ko na nakita mo e may mukha ko tapos magkasalubong tayo anywhere (Ang liit pala ng Baguio! hahaha) e kalma lang tayo pareho kahit medyo nakakagulat naman talaga. Wag naman 'yung approach na common na gawin ng mga masasamang loob kasi nakakapraning. Hahaha. Okay na okay na sa'kin ang HI. Artista levelz lang. hahaha. :))) Charot! Enjoy your trip! Sabihan mo naman ako kung ano pang pwedeng mapuntahan dun o. :)  Overnight trip? Look for Baguio Hotels HERE.

It was only on our most recent trip to Baguio that I was able to look at the view.  Funny thing here is all those months, I thought that it was Kennon Road the buses were passing through. Hahahaha. There's definitely a lot more to learn.

Ito pala 'yung famous lion's head.

Lando's damage was still evident in the area. :( This is only one of the many landslides we saw on our way. There are camps 1-8 in Kennon. It was said that the camps were for the builders of the road that was then occupied by the local residents.

Kennon is a landslide and accident prone road especially during the rainy season. We even personally saw the aftermath of Lando but not one of us was thinking about the danger. Instead,  we were only marveling about the beauty that is Kennon.  I have no pictures of the canyon below where the Bued River flows. Aside from the zigzag road, there are also several cascades and cliffs that you can look at. This only proved that CAR is, so far, my favorite region in the Philippines. Hehe. More plsssss.

We found #thelostbread. Bakit ba naman kasi 'yon nawala? Hahaha! 😂 @thelostbread_ #milkshake #maginhawa #strEAT #swissmissed #thecampfire 😋

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