BEST TAKOYAKI IN ANTIPOLO
We found the best takoyaki in Antipolo that's comparable to the takoyaki we ate in Osaka. It's sold by Tako Tako Queen - Dalig branch. We tried other branches but only the Dalig branch meets ourexpectations. We usually order the 15 pcs Original Octo Bits (290 pesos) and 15 pcs Baby Octo (500 pesos). You can have it delivered through foodpanda or pick it up at 8 M. L Quezon Extension St., C Nail Salon, Brgy Dalig, Antipolo City.
Opening hours: 1:00 PM - 8:30 PM
BEST EAR PLUGS FOR SLEEPING: Howard Leight Max-1 Pre-shaped Foam Ear Plugs
I just found this fantastic ear plugs for sleeping. It blocks out outside noise so effectively you are guaranteed a good night's sleep. It's made of foam so it's soft and comfortable in your ear, even if you sleep on your side. You roll it and insert it in your ear. Then it expands and creates a suction that blocks out noise. Very effective if your roommate snores or your neighbors party noisily. It's also great for blocking out noise from fellow travelers when traveling on an airplane.
This is the Howard Leight Max-1 Pre-shaped Foam ear plugs uncorded NRR33. It costs 20 pesos per pair. You can get it at Lazada and Shopee.
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| If you were vaccinated in a city, there are two ways it's presented as shown above. |
My Review of MA MON LUK SIOPAO DELIVERY: How to Order and What to Order
SPECIAL ASADO SIOPAO
This is their best seller. This is also our favorite. The difference between the regular and special asado siopao is the presence of salted duck egg.
BOLA BOLA SIOPAO
LARGE MAMI
You can skip ordering the large mami. Not worth the price or the calories.
HOW TO ORDER
The only way you can have this delivered is by grab pabili or the lalamove purchase service. I used the grab pabili service to buy the food. No need to call Ma Mon Luk prior to booking the grab pabili service. Just check if Ma Mon Luk is open when you order. I don't think the app reflects opening hours in the grab pabili ssrvicelike grab food.
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What to Expect at the NPF Drive Through Vaccination Center
The NPF Drive Through is the Nayong Pilipino Foundation Vaccination Center located at New Seaside Drive, Paranaque. For those scheduled for vaccination at this vaccination center, here is what you can expect.
PRE-REGISTRATION
This is where they scan the QR code of the vaccinee and ask for the ID for verification of identity.
REGISTRATION AREA
They scan your QR code again and check your ID again. Then they repeat the questions you answered in the health declaration you submitted in the app. But this time they ask whether you got another covid vaccine before this vaccine that is about to be administered. As of this writing, the DoH guidelines prohibit booster shots after being fully vaccinated with another vaccine or taking a dose different from the previous vaccine.
VACCINATION AREA
They get your ID for another identity verification prior to administering the vaccination.
Procedure for vaccination:
1. The nurse asks you where you want your vaccination to be administered, the left arm or the right arm.
2. The nurse identifies the vaccine as Moderna, shows you the syringe containing 0.5 ml of the vaccine then jabs your arm with the vaccine.
3. Then the nurse shows you the empty syringe after vaccination.
4. They return your ID and instruct you to wait in the observation. They give you souvenir stickers for being fully vaccinated.
5. If you don't have allergies to meds or any component of the vaccine, you are instructed to wait for 5 minutes in the observation area before leaving. If you declare you have allergies, you are instructed to wait 30 min at the observation area.
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| Some are vaccinated inside the car. |
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| Others are asked to get off the car. |
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| While waiting at the observation area, you can use the toilets beside the observation area and the vaccination area. |
Drink paracetamol and Gatorade after vaccination to anticipate side effects.
RAMEN NAGI'S HOT NAGI-TO-GO ROCKS!
Ramen Nagi released a new ready-to-eat ramen for takeout. Unlike the frozen version that is ready-to-cook, this ready-to-eat ramen is as delicious as eating their ramen while dining in. The ramen was delivered to us fresh and hot. The broth was delivered in a separate pouch from the meat, vegetables and noodle. You pour the broth into the bowl. Then heat it in the microwave to make it as hot as the ones served in the restaurant. Voila! It's like eating the ramen in the Ramen Nagi restaurant.
Hopefully, when they successfully launch it nationwide, they will provide the further option to customize. We tried requesting they add several levels of spiciness and they obliged. We received the ramen spicier than the usual chef's recommendation.
Note: I got my ramen at the Ayala Malls Feliz branch.
HOW TO ORDER
PACKAGING
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| The ramen arrived in a paper bag. |
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| The ramen condiments: noodles, vegetables, meat were contained in a microwaveable bowl. The hot broth is in a separate pouch so the noodles remain fresh and not soggy unlike if it was delivered with the broth mixed in already. There is a 4 hour time stamp within which to consume the meal to guarantee freshness. Chopsticks, a spoon and napkin is included. |
HOW TO MIX
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| Open the lid of the bowl. This bowl is the Red King without the broth. |
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Pour the broth into the bowl. As you can see, the pouch is very well made. The left edge is narrowly shaped for easy pouring when you cut through it. |
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| Red King with the broth poured into it. If you wish a hotter version, you can just put it in the microwave. The ramen comes with a microwaveable bowl. |
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| Green King without the broth |
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| Green King with the broth |
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| Butao King without the broth |
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| Black King without the broth |
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| Chicken Karaage |
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| Pork katsu roll |
