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Do you miss the Strawberry Farm and the cool breeze of the Summer Capital of the Philippines, Baguio? Well this is great news for you! Only 2 – 3 hours from Manila, you will experience the Baguio-feels of Alfonso, Cavite near Tagaytay.








The Queens Strawberry Farm is the hottest attraction nowadays in Tagaytay. It is newly opened agri-tourism site in Alfonso, Cavite which showcase their Vertical and Aeroponics Farming. Vertical farming is the practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers while aero phonics is a method which grows plants in an air or mists environment, soilless and using rockwool instead. Only water and nutrients are necessary.

  


Aside from their Strawberry Farm, Driving to Queens is worth a while as it will welcome you with a very chic triangular Queens Restaurant which serves variety of Strawberry Desserts and Milkshakes, Pasta, Rice Meals, All day Breakfast and other Filipino Food to brag.

 

Here is their Menu:

 


 

Food Review:

 


Kare – Kare @ P 480 - Pork Pata and vegetables simmered in peanut sauce. Served with Bagoong. Good for 2-3 Persons. Sauce is thick and peanut is very dominant.

 


Crunchy Pork Sisig @ P 290 – Grilled chunks of pork cheeks and pork belly, chicharon, caramelized onions with sisig sauce. Good for 2-3 persons. Pork chunks are very juicy and perfectly match to crispiness of chicharon. Not salty.

 


Crispy Tawilis @ P 240 - Golden fried small freshwater fish, served with sweet and spicy vinegar dip. Good for 2-3 persons. Perfectly combined with their vinegar.


 

Beef Tapa @ P 270 : With garlic fried rice, atchara and egg (done as you like). Huge breakfast serving. Beef is tender and very tasty. Best to mix with atchara.

 


Strawberry Cheesecake @ P 200:  Graham crust, cream cheese whipped cream and strawberry syrup. Cheesecake texture is nice, not too sweet. Crust is crunchy. Topped with fresh strawberry and syrup.

 


Strawberry Taho @ P 60 -  Soya with strawberry syrup and tiny bits of brown pearls. Soya is mixed with strawberry syrup and fresh strawberry chunks with small pearls. Not too sweet and no "umay" factor.

         


                                                                                                                                           

Strawberry Milkshake @ P 150 - Strawberry shake with a touch of creamy milk. The milky goodness of the smoothie has very evident taste of strawberry.

 

Over all the price is affordable and you won’t regret coming to this restaurant

 

Other Activities you will soon enjoy here are strawberry picking and Tilapia fishing on their man made ponds.

 

Cabin Accommodations are also available for only P 2,800 per night.

 

Every corner is such very INSTAGRAMABLE

 

How to get there:

Via Private car use waze: "Queens Strawberry Farm, Alfonso" In Alfonso Cavite turn right to Sitio Hawilian, Upli Alfonso, Cavite

Please take note that upon reaching the pin waze pointed to, You have to drive straight more and then turn right to first street, then turn right again when you see the banner of Queens pointing to that direction.

Via Commute: Ride a bus from Pasay or Buendia going to Nasugbo or Kalatagan . Get off at Upli Alfonso Cavite before reaching Splendido Taal. Then ride a tricycle to Queens.


 

Other Tips:

  • Bring cash they don’t have debit or credit yet.
  • Restaurant Hours are 8 am to 7 pm
  • Face masks and face shield must be worn inside and outside the restaurant.
  • Step on the sanitizing mat upon entry
  • Temperature check is done upon entry (those with readings of 37.5 and above are not permitted to enter.)
  • Please present your ID with birth date upon request. (children below 15 years old and persons 65 years old above are not allowed to enter)
  • Pregnant women and those with health risks are not allowed to enter

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Sunday, February 07, 2021 No comments

Mons Restaurant

Valentines is approaching! I know that you are looking for a very good idea on where and how to spend it with your love one! Let’s admit it, it is really challenging to prepare knowing that it should be something special.

Mons Restaurant Romantic Dinner

So without further a do, let me share with you one of the MOST ROMANTIC DATING PLACE FOR A VALENTINES DAY.  

 

Mons Restaurant Romantic Dinner

Mons Restaurant Romantic Dinner

The Romanic Place that I am referring to is the Mon’s Restaurant in Alfonso, Maragondon, Alfonso Cavite. Nested among greeneries of Camp Benjamin where you can enjoy the sights and sound of nature  as you sumptuously fill your palate and appetite with our Modern Heritage cuisines. They serve a “FARM TO PLATE” heritage cuisine.

Mons Restaurant Romantic Dinner

 This place became part or many couple’s love story as they provide romantic and unique packges for special occasions such as wedding, birthday, anniversary and Valentines Day.

Dine under the star is a dinning concept of a night picnic with a view of stars. Not just for couples but for family and friends as well. They have a regular set up and a special set up options.

Regular set up is with floor sitting table, mat and pillows.

Special set up consist of floor sitting or elevated table, mat, pillows, arc and table pieces


Mons Restaurant Romantic Dinner

Dine under the stars package consist of a Full Course Menu for 2, souvenir, romantic dinner set-up and an acoustic band performance during weekend and Movie night on weekdays

                                                                                                                                                   

Watch the Full Video of our Anniversary and Valentines Date in Mon's Restaurant:



Surprise Valentines Date in Mon's Restaurant


Our Glamping Experience in Mon's Restaurant

Dine Under the Stars Package Rates (Contact them directly for updated price)

 Romantic Picnic Dinner – Php 1,650.00

Inclusive of full course meal for 2 persons, regular picnic table set up, VAT inclusive plus 10% service charge.

 Surprise Date Package – Php 4,950.00

Inclusive of full course meal for 2 persons, special picnic table setup, bouquet of flowers, greeting board plus 10% service charge. This package is available for lunch and dinner date.

 Overnight Stay with Dinner – Php 6,599.00

Inclusive of full course dinner, special picnic table set up, deluxe room accommodation for two at Shalom Hotel Camp Benjamin, Filipino breakfast for two the next day, use of swimming pool, experience the nature farming  in WIN farm, VAT and 10% service charge.

 Dine and Sleep Under the Stars – Php 6,830.00

Inclusive of full course dinner, breakfast for two the next day, use of swimming pool, luxury tent accommodation (glamping type), experience the nature farming in WIN Farm and VAT inclusive and 10% service charge.

They are accepting reservations 5 days in advance.

 

Reservations can be made by phone, on website or in person

Your reservation is not confirmed until we contact you to confirm it and collect deposit

Deposit of 50% from total amount is required to secure your reservation. Deposit is non-refundable when canceled by the guest.

To confirm, modify or cancel your existing reservation please contact us at 0977.134.9078 or fill in the Reservation Form above

A 20% rescheduling fee will be charge as an additional from the total package fee per change of the reservation date towards another date, and is subject to the date’s availability

 

RESTAURANT HOURS:

Monday –8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

OFFICE HOURS

Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  

How to get there:
 

Mon’s Restaurant is located inside Camp Benjamin, Alfonso-Maragondon Road, Barangay Taywanak – Ilaya, Alfonso, Cavite

 

Via commute, there are 2 options to take.

 

OPTION A: Take a bus going to Nasugbu

-          Bus stations in Buendia, take a bus going to Nasugbu

-          Drop off at Alfonso Crossing

-          Take a jeepney going to Alfonso proper

-          Ride a tricycle going to camp Benjamin

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OPTION B: Take a bus from Pasay Rotonda

-          Take a bus going to Alfonso

-          Drop off at Alfonso City Proper

-          Take a tricycle from Town Plaza to Camp Benjamin

 

Via  Private Car: Use waze. Here is the driving location of Camp Benjamin

https://ul.waze.com/ul?preview_venue_id=79167630.792003975.4278529&navigate=yes&utm_campaign=default&utm_source=waze_website&utm_medium=lm_share_location

 

I hope you got a great idea now where best to spend your valentines day.


Be Sassy! Be Zealous!

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Saturday, February 06, 2021 No comments

Mt. Pinatubo

Mt. Pinatubo caused a disaster on June 15, 1991. The world was surprised by the second largest terrestrial eruption of 20th century after Novarupta eruption in Alaska on 1912. According to U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 113-97, “The eruption produced high-speed avalanches of hot ash and gas, giant mud flows, and a cloud of volcanic ash hundreds of miles across". Philippines encountered ash and sustained about $100 million in damage, devastated many livelihood and lives among neighboring town and those who are living on it.



Mt. Pinatubo crater lake

Why is it called as a Beautiful Disaster?


Obviously, due to the stunning majestic scenery of the crater developed by event and span of time, Mt. Pinatubo evolved from a devastated state to a splendid “beautiful disaster”. Aside from its beauty, it became a channel of livelihood for many people for its bloomed tourism.
Personally, I considered it a beautiful disaster considering the realization I had when I did the trek up to the crater. You may want to see my full experience and learning by watching this video: 





Mt. Pinatubo crater lake


How to Get to Mount Pinatubo ?


It is approximately 2 and half to 3 hours travel from Manila to Capas Tarlac 
Take a bus from Manila to Capas, Tarlac
         Check Bus Stations from Metro Manila (Manila/Pasay/Cubao) to Capas Tarlac
-       Manila (Philippine Rabbit Avenida)
-       Cubao
-       Pasay

Drop off at Mcdonalds Capas Junction
Ride Tricycle from Junction to Patling.
Ride a Tricycle from Patling to Sta Juliana Tourism
Register in Sta. Juliana Tourism
Rent a 4x4 ride : 4 to 5 person per 4x4 – Rental is 3,500
4x4 ride to start of trekking point ( 1 HOUR)
8 Trekking to the Crater Lake is 1 to 1.5 Hours

You can opt to do DIY arrangement going to Mt. Pinatubo or find a good Travel Agency that arranges everything for this experience.


Mt. Pinatubo 4x4

How much will it cost you to get to Mt. Pinatubo?


There are a lot of travel agency or group that caters trek to Mt. Pinatubo. Getting a service provider that will organize your trek will take care of everything from transportation to guiding you on this exciting activity!
Package cost ranges from P 2,000 to P 3,000 depending of the number of people availing it in a group.

Mt. Pinatubo crater lake

What to bring and wear on your trek to Mt. Pinatubo?

  •  Water to drink
  •  Identification Card
  •  Sunglasses
  •  Hat
  •  Sun block
  •  Snacks
  •  Snacks
  •  Towel
  •  Extra Clothes
  •  small backpack ( Preferably water resistant)
  •  small Back (Light weight)


Note: Try do bring minimalist items and only necessary so it will be convenient for you to walk

To wear:
  • Wear light and breathable cloths
  • Comfy trekking shoes or sandals



Mt. Pinatubo crater lake


Do’s and Dont’s on Trekking Mt. Pinatubo


  •  Do not swim on crater lake
  •  Do not litter
  •  Do not destroy trees or anything
  •  Don’t get dehydrated
  •  Do follow the guidelines all the time
  •  Do follow the tour guide on his way
  •  Do warm up before trekking
  •  Do drink a lot of water
  • 5 Do check weather forecast before trekking




Let not your limited budget hinders you to do whatever you want, go wherever your feet will bring you, taste whatever your tongue desires, experience what you haven't and discover the unseen. You can do anything through proper planning, budgeting and wise promo hunting! Remember that you can always... Live life to the fullest Smartly! 



-BE SASSY--BE ZEALOUS--


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Sunday, May 24, 2020 No comments

HELLO READERS, I AM BACK!

I am the blogger behind www.sassyzeal.com

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And now you will see me share more on youtube more interactively!

In general, Sassy writes about lifestyle, food, finds, travel, music, tutorials and living life to the fullest smartly through proper planning of travel bucket list and tips on how to enjoy it on a low cost budget yet worth! Shares DIY(Do-it-yourself) travel itineraries and recommended ways to enjoy traveling smartly by saving time and money. Travel more! Spend Less!
Sassy also writes about KISSED or the must KNOW, INTERESTING facts, must SEE, must STAY at, must EAT and must DO in a certain travel destination. Direction, budget tips and ways to enjoy are also provided, Sassy also writes about food, cooking and fascinating restaurants, fun and exciting things to do, experiences others must try and any helpful finds worth sharing! 
Please visit and subscribe in my Youtube Channel below!
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Thank you and God bless sassy readers!
All I want is to share, to inspire, to be Sassy and to be Zealous!

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Sunday, May 17, 2020 No comments
Sassyzeal valentines day

Valentine’s day, aside from the fact that it is recognized as a significant cultural and commercial celebration in many regions around the world, it is a very special day for most of the people on earth as we celebrate LOVE!

Where the idea of Valentine’s Day originated?


Do you know the origin of Valentine’s Day? Let’s have a quick interesting fact about Valentine’s Day before anything else!

Valentine’s day or Saint valentines Day actually originated in Western Christian Liturgical feast honouring one of more saints named Valentinus. Martydom stories associated with the various Valentines that were connected to February 14 were added to later martyrologies including the account of Saint Valentin of Rome. He was imprisoned due to performing wedding rites for soldiers who were forbidden to marry. he was also ministering to Christians who were persecuted under the Rome Empire. There was a time where Saint Valentine healed the daughter of his jailer and before his execution he wrote a letter signed with farewell "Your Valentine" In 14th century, valentine is associated with romantic love when the tradition of love flourished. In 18th century, in England, it evolved into a occasion in which lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers, confectionery and sending greeting cards. Since 19th century, handwritten valentines have given way to mass-produced greeting cards. In Europe, Saint valentine's Keys are given to lovers as a romantic symbol and invitation to unlock the giver's heart. 
Well, thanks to saint valentine for the spirit of love spread all over the world up to present!

How Filipinos Celebrate Valentine’s day?


Sassyzeal valentines day hongkong

We really can’t hide the fact that Filipinos are really romantic in nature by all means. In fact, according to survey, Filipinos among Asians are the ones most into Valentine ’s Day. So it is not surprising to see fully booked restaurants, movie houses and hotels during Valentine’s day, worst they can even get fully booked beforehand.

Flowers and chocolates are the most well-known presents during Valentine ’s Day. If you visited Dangwa during the love month, you’ll see a busy crowd of romantic guys buying the most special flower arrangement for his girl, some girls hoarding flowers for Valentines banquets and events or  busy vendors arranging pre-ordered flower packages for couples getting married on the most romantic day of the year.

Some couples choose to spend the night over a movie date, so if you failed to purchase movie ticket in advance, be ready to queue in a long line of people.

Some couples prefer to celebrate it on a fine dining restaurant and some choose to prepare a candle-lighted dinner at home or in the hotel.

Some couples find this day a perfect time to get away from the busy Metro and spend Valentine’s Day in an out of town date. Count me in!


How will I celebrate Valentine’s day with the person I love the most?


Sassyzeal valentines day prenup

I can say that I am one of millions of romantic people in the world who are really fond of Romance, Love, cupid, red, destiny and everything about Valentines! I and my ex-boyfriend really used to celebrate Valentine ’s Day on different ways each year. 

This year is the second Valentine’s Day we will have after our wedding and we believe that this should be the last time we will celebrate as a couple. You know why? We are planning to have a little one this year! (And hopefully, by next year’s Valentine ’s Day, we will celebrate as family. Hurray for that!)  So, it would be perfect if we get out of the busy city, relax and enjoy the Valentine’s together out of town!  We will spend our Valentine ’s Day in Bacolod, Philippines!

First in my list is to visit “The Ruins”. Little did I know, this well-known destination in Bacolod has a story to tell on a Valentine’s Day. The Ruins is the Taj-Mahal of Negros. It is built by an endless love and longingness of a husband for his wife and tied their children in memory of their mother. The Ruins is the symbol of love of Don Mariano to his late wife died on slipping in the bathroom who was pregnant of their 11th child. Out of grief, Don Mariano dedicated his self on building a mansion for his wife. Though the story is heartbreaking as Donya Maria died, it is very inspiring to know that there was still that kind of unconditional love where even the wife died, the husband still dedicates his life to love his one and only wife for the rest of his life. How I wish, as we visit that place, it will impart us the value of loving our spouses endlessly.

Sassyzeal valentines day the ruins

Aside from the ruins, we included in our itinerary the Lakawon Resort, Tawhai Floating Bar and Campuestohan Highland Resort. On our second day in Bacolod, on the 14th, we will have a candle lighted dinner in Campuestohan Restaurant and then spend the rest of the night bonding and reminiscing our moments as a couple beside a Bon Fire. During Valentine’s Day, we used to talk about how we will improve our relationship, how we can avoid conflicts and arguments and our future plans. We find it romantic to tackle how we can grow as a couple and how we can chase our dreams together.

Sharing our Itinerary not in detailed:


Day 1: Lakawon Resort and Tawhai Floating Restautant

Sassyzeal valentines day lakawon

Lakawon Resort (Photo from Lakawon Resort Website)

Sassyzeal valentines day lakawon

Lakawon Resort (Photo from Lakawon Resort Website)

Sassyzeal valentines day lakawon

Lakawon Resort (Photo from Lakawon Resort Website)

Sassyzeal valentines day tawhai
Tawhai Floating Bar from Website

Day 2: Campuestohan Highland Resort overnight(Too huge to spend a day)
Sassyzeal valentines day campuestuhan

Campuestohan Highlands Resort


Sassyzeal valentines day campuestuhan

Campuestohan Highlands Resort


Sassyzeal valentines day campuestuhan
Campuestohan Highlands Resort

Day 3: Mambukal Resort, Explore Talisay Heritage Houses and The Ruins.

Sassyzeal valentines day campuestuhan

The Ruins

To complete my ever prepared itinerary and to get rid of dilemma of not having a hotel booked due to high demand and hype, I see to it that I booked hotel in advance for our Valentine’s day for 2017! And of course, through my personally and nation-wide trusted hotel and resort booking site.

We have booked a hotel in Bacolod two weeks in advance through Travelbook.ph link below: 
http://www.travelbook.ph/?affid=0277&subid=SassyTravel 



How we celebrated Valentine’s Day on past years?



Forgive me for not so good quality of photos years ago.

Year 2009, my ex-boyfriend, who now is my husband, surprised me in front of manila Cathedral Church with a Carousel with scattered flowers all around and he tour me around Intramuros with bouquet of flowers.

Sassyzeal valentines day intramuros


Year 2010, my husband surprised me with a bulk of personally arranged balloon and this cutie stuff toy and sang me a song. Cheezy!

Sassyzeal valentines day stuff toy

Year 2011, we had a fine dinning dinner in Resorts World Manila and a movie night.
Sassyzeal valentines day resorts world

Year 2012, The first time I attempted to bake cupcakes and create creative frosting and designs for my surprise to my husband which turned into business. We had a buffet dinner in Midas Hotel.

Sassyzeal valentines day midas hotel

Sassyzeal valentines day cupcake

Sassyzeal valentines day midas hotelSassyzeal valentines day cupcake

Year 2013, We were so much busy with our Milkshake and Snack Stall, so he just went to my office, gave me bouquet of flowers and gift. I do the same and we just celebrated post valentines in Bali Tagaytay.

Sassyzeal valentines day bali tagaytay


Year 2014, I gave him a photobook compilation of our travel journey and went to 888 Resort the following weekend.We had our enjoy kwentuhan and kulitan to the max, dine in Authentic Korean Restaurant and the next day went to Isdaan Floating restaurants, did Photo ops and dine!

Sassyzeal valentines day 88 resort

Sassyzeal valentines day 88 resort

Sassyzeal valentines day 88 resort

Sassyzeal valentines day 88 resort

Sassyzeal valentines day palaisdaan


Year 2015, we just had a date in BGC. No much preparations as this year was the most busy year for us for our wedding preparation.

Year 2016, is the first valentines we had as a married couple, we celebrated in Ace Water Spa as relaxation and checked in the hotel at night. Had dinner at steak house and was surprised by a romantic room set up with flower petals, candles and gifts on bed. I gave him a phone as a gift.

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Sassyzeal valentines day ace water spa
Sassyzeal valentines day ace water spa

Sassyzeal valentines day ace water spa

Sassyzeal valentines day ace water spa


These are the memories we will treasure the most the rest of our lives. It's not actually where you go, how you celebrated it and what you did that counts, It is actually how much quality time you spent with your love one!

Singles! Don’t be sad, remember that Valentines Day is not only for in love couples but also for all folks who expresses any kind of love towards anyone! You can still have a date with your mom! Your dad or siblings, a group date maybe or try a blind date! But always remember that the most special kind of love that we should celebrate not only on a valentines day but all the day of our lives is the greatest love we received from Jesus Christ our savior. 

John 3:16 - For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believe on him should not perish, but have eternal life. 


HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!! SPREAD THE LOVE!

How about you? How will you celebrate your Valentine's Day with the person you love? Share us your story!

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