Chaikofi Xpresso
It was my first time at The Block today. What struck me was the selection of restaurants, a number of them not available in my usual haunt. I took my time walking around seeing what those I haven't tried before have to offer before the design of Chaikofi beckoned me inside.
Although it occupies but a small area next to the cinemas, one can say that the owners really put a lot of thought into its design. The interiors are done in black, brown and yellow. The limited space is used to the fullest without compromising the comfort of the diner. There are number of choices for seats, stools, couches and chairs.
What attracted me too to the place were the tarpaulins in its periphery highlighting their special deals. They promised affordable meals which even come with free iced tea.
I had the Cheezy Beef Bollem (PHP 155), 5 golf ball sized meatballs on a bed of rice smothered by a creamy sauce with a hint of rosemary. It was served piping hot. The styling was beautiful. The photo shows the dish in its untouched state. No, I did not eat the rice that seems to be missing. The presentation was really like that.
The free drink that came with the dish, however, was not to my liking. It tasted differently from the usual iced tea. When I asked the server why that was so, she said that it was actually Lemon Mint tea. That explained it. I'm not having it again unless it's free.
My impression was that Chaikofi is a franchise of a global brand but it is actually home grown. I'm glad I discovered it today.
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Omigosh, I cannot believe I actually may have some info regarding an obscure brand :P I think Chaikofi is a Dutch company. (Update: I just checked on Google and there's an official website, and I'm right. Although it's really a Filipino company set up by a Dutchman. I used to see that guy a lot as he lived in my building. I've only eaten there once-- nothing mind-blowing, but I didn't have their specialty (the Dutch chicken) either.
Manggy, I still think it's a local brand because it only has outlets here even if the developer is a Dutchman. I agree with you that it's not mind-blowing but I think it's also a lot better than good enough.
The meatballs seem tasty. Somehow and this is just personal preference, I like my meatballs red, i.e. on/with tomato sauce. But I'm willing to sample this.
The presentation was palatable. Now, I'm curious to try a lemon mint tea. =)
No wonder they have meatballs in the menu, the Dutch are very fond of meatballs, here they call it bitterballen.
What made me eat here is the teapot mascot. I was attracted to the teapot mascot and asked my parents that we eat there.
I think I ordered something chicken, the one posted in their wall, and it was great.
Chaikofi at MOA is good. I like their ambiance. Maybe because it's not the Xpress type? Hmm.
They have good pesto pasta by the way.
Photo Cache, I don't like too much tomato sauce in my meatballs. Just a little to taste.
Witsandnuts, I didn't like it but you just might. Try!
Kreez, why bitter?
Dak, the merchandise was the reason I thought this was a franchise
Toni, the ambiance was what attracted me too. Will try the pesto pasta next time.
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