Antonio’s, Tagaytay

Tagaytay has been one of my favourite places to go to, to get some R&R from the toxic Manila hustle and bustle. Antonio’s….. one of all-time favourite restaurants in the Philippines. Tonyboy Escalante continues to wow all his guests with amazing food and excellent service!

The past couple of months have been quite toxic for my family and me, and a trip to tagaytay was just what we all needed.

Amazing Quesong Puti (white cheese) with basil pesto and cherry tomatoes starter.

My sister, Sam and her boyfriend, Oscar came to visit the Philippines and just got engaged! It was such an amazing surprise for my family. While waiting for our food to arrive, we were all discussing wedding plans, dresses, motifs etc…. and my dear friend Mannix, asked the waiter for a piece of paper and a pen and started sketching and designing her dress. Talk about talent! Thanks MX!

Mannis in action. — Mannix in action. Exactly what Sam wanted!

Beautiful Antonio's during the day. — Beautiful Antonio’s during the day.

While waiting for our food, Andrew and Mannix Chill by the pond.

This cream of "something" soup, with pancetta ( my apologies i forgot.. hehehhe) was amazing!!! — This cream of “something” soup, with pancetta ( my apologies i forgot.. hehehhe) was amazing!!!

Simple and clean tasting organic salad. Delish!

Sam and Andrew ordered the Filet Mignon. They said it was delish!

Tom and I got the Roast Rack of Lamb. OMGulay! This was amazing!

Mannix's Prawn Thermidor with a side of Olive rice (not photographed). NOM! — Mannix’s Prawn Thermidor with a side of Olive rice (not photographed). NOM!

Oscar's Duck Breast with Foie Gras. He loved it! — Oscar’s Duck Breast with Foie Gras. He loved it!

A 12 — Loved that this dessert was not too sweet. Perfect ender to our amazing lunch.

I have always posted about how important my family and friends are to me, and I am just so blessed to have a wonderful son, siblings, a soon to be brother in law and friends. Thanks for being so amazing guys and gals!