Since I transferred here in the Davao, I usually find myself alone. I have my friends here, my boyfriend is here but everyone's busy working and they also have their own lives. So after my work, I just stroll around the streets of Davao City and look where to dine and have 'me time'. 

From the office where I work, which is in Matina, it is not hard to commute and go to the downtown area. Last week, I decided to go to Gaisano Mall to have dinner. I went to the Peak since most of the restaurants are found. My initial plan was to eat at Hollywood Burgers since earlier that week I was able to try Gino's Burger and I want to do some comparison on their burgers. However, the place was empty. I assumed that the store's already closed since that was already 8-ish. Since the 'forever alone' moment start to sink in because majority of the people are in groups, I hurriedly rode the escalator and headed to the 2nd floor. Then I saw Red Mango with lesser customers compared to its adjacent restos, I decided to have a froyo instead since I was not really THAT hungry. When I went inside, there were a group of girls queue-ing so I had to time to look at their prices. The plain frozen yogurt's price starts at Php85 (4oz.). That was the smallest size, while the biggest was the family size which costs Php195. You may also add additional toppings worth Php20/topping or Php35 for 2 toppings. I had popping boba and chocolate chip (which was the attendant's suggestion). I paid Php120 for the froyo.

The popping boba and chocolate chip went well with the froyo but since I'm not a chocolate fan, I started to hate the taste of the chips as I went on with my froyo. The taste of the yogurt was not extraordinary, though it is also delicious even without the toppings.

I felt happy because the place suited me, as a loner since the place is big and they have free wi-fi connection. But I had one question in my mind throughout my stay there: Why did they named the store Red Mango when they don't have any mangoes on their menu?

The red spoon.

Red Mango.
2F The Peak, Gaisano Mall of Davao.

Food Quest: Lachi's Sans Rival, Atbp.

          I've been wanting to visit Lachi's but my best buds won't go with me since Lachi's is very far from where we used to stay which is in Mintal. But since I'm now staying at the downtown area of the city for my Diversified Architectural Experience, I asked my college classmate Kuh to accompany me. Kuh is also a food lover and I can drag her whenever I want to try a new resto in the city. So, after our work last week, I texted her to meet me at Merco (across Davao Doctor's Hospital). For those who doesn't have automobiles, you can take a pedicab going to Lachi's at Marfori Heights. Drivers would charge P50, one way.

Lachi's Table Mat

Since we're not really THAT hungry and we're more excited on trying their pastries, Kuh and I only ordered pastas. The waitress kept on insisting for us to try their Unforgettable Grilled Pork Ribs (P148) but we were hesitant that we might not be able to finish the meal. So, I had Pork Marinara (P105) instead while Kuh had Penne with Spicy Tuna Marinara. I was not able to take photos since we were busy talking and started eating our orders. Haha! The Pork Marinara was covered with red sauce, cheese and pork slices. I was happy because I really loved the pasta! Everything went so well. Little did I know, I was already done with my food! Kuh was also happy with her Penne, despite having a high standards for her palette. What we didn't like is the limited choices of drinks. We end up having lemonade (P25) which I guess is not made from pure lemon juice also. And finally.....

Durian Sans Rival 

Creme Brulee

Photo op before indulging our desserts! (Kuh in violet)

It's time for our desserts! We had a hard time choosing the sweets in their chiller. Cheesecakes, sans rival, sylvannas, mousse, macaroons (DROOL). Ended up having durian sans rival, since I want to compare it with other pastry shops, and creme brulee. And as usual, our reaction after every bite is like those you see on TV Commercials. The Creme Brulee was HEAVEN! The durian sans rival, on the other hand, is too sweet for me yet I love the taste because of the durian twist.

The staff were pulling down the roll-up doors already and that's when we realized that it was almost 9pm. 

After we left, Kuh and I agreed that we'll go back to Lachi's soon and try the rest of their pastries.

FOOD: ☺☺☺☺☺

DRINKS:☺☺

AMBIANCE:☺☺☺☺

SERVICE:☺☺☺☺

PRICES: ☺☺☺☺

Lachi's Sans Rival, Atbp.

Ruby Street, Marfori Heights,

Davao City

Store Hours: 11am-8pm