Party Venue: Industria Marikina

I am excited to blog about Industriya Marikina although I haven't attended any events here. We had lunch at their posh restaurant and had the opportunity to view their events venue.

This impressive, fully air-conditioned venue that can accommodate from 150 up to 400 guests is located in the quiet neighborhood of Roxas Street in Calumpang, Marikina. The trip may be long and winding (but hey, just seek the help of Waze!) but it's all worth it.

Aiming for grand entrance to your debut? No problem. There are 2 staircase leading to the hall perfect for that precious moment. Oh did I mention that there's a suite room provided for the celebrant which leads to one of those staircases? 

Aside from the easy-to-decorate-venue (imagine all the swags you can put from that high ceiling), what's great about this venue is that it's FREE! Just avail of any of their menu packages starting at Php495 per head (minimum of 50pax) and you got yourself a beautiful party venue complete with buffet setup, tables and chairs and basic decorations according to your color motif.

As with the food, Industriya Marikina is a one of the most popular dining place in Marikina so just read up reviews and you be the judge. 

Note: Ample parking spaces are provided inside Industriya compound.

Industriya Marikina Restaurant and Events Place
23 M.A. Roxas Street
Calumpang, Marikina City
Tel No. 02-9048372

Party Venue: One Cafe and Events Place

Many are unaware that modern function rooms and party venues are tucked within the tall office buildings in Ortigas Center. Take for instance One Cafe and Events Place which is strategically located at the 4th Floor of One Corporate Center along Julia Vargas Avenue.

The venue is fully airconditioned and equipped with basic sound system, projector (and screen) and stage. They also have 100% back up power in case of power interruptions.

This spacious and elegant function room can sit up to 400 people banquet style. For smaller parties, they can split the function room to fit 100 and 200 guests.

The great news about this venue is there's no need to seek for caterers. Cafe One caters exclusively for the events held at the venue at affordable packages. In fact, the venue rental could be waived for a minimum number of guests (depends on the function room).

Packages starts at Php385+ per person up to Php650+ per person with a minimum required pax of 60 if you are getting Function Room A (half of the area) and 150 for Function Rooms A and B (whole venue).

For more information, photos and details, check their website.

One Cafe and Events Place

4th Floor

One Corporate Center

Meralco Avenue cor Julia Vargas Avenue

Ortigas Center, Pasig

Tel. Nos. 6384472/6237551

Gummy Worms Centerpiece

Thinking of something creatively yucky or scary to serve on Halloween? Here's an easy peasy 'recipe' for your Trick or Treat.

Yummy Worms

What do you need:

1 pack Gummy Worms 

20 pcs Oreo cookies

The procedure is very simple that mommies can do it with eyes closed. Just remove the cream from the Oreo cookies and crush the cookies until you reach an "earth-like" consistency. I know one friend who added a bit of fresh milk and/or included the cream filling to make the crushed cookies a bit sticky.

Place the crushed cookies in a pot or similar container and then line up with the gummy worms. Another option is to bury the gummy worms with half of the body sticking out from the "soil" (your crushed Oreo) for a more yucky effect.

Enjoy trick or treating! Happy Halloween!!

Party Venue: Intimate Gatherings at Mom and Tina's Bakery and Cafe

There are parties that are meant just for close relatives and friends, those where conversations and food matter more than entertainment. Honestly, I love going to small parties where I know almost everyone and I'm comfortable going back to the buffet table for second servings without worrying about who's keeping tab. Simply put, those parties where it's almost like being held at home.

If you are like me who likes intimate parties, then Mom and Tina's is just the perfect venue.

Mom and Tina's Bakery and Cafe Ortigas branch have 4 functions rooms that can accommodate from 12 persons up to 60 people which is just perfect for christening or baptismal parties, small birthday celebrations and even corporate meetings.

photo grabbed from Mom and Tina's website

If you've dined at Mom and Tina's before, there's no need to introduce further their wide array of sumptuous dishes. Every single dish is just mouth-watering especially their Chicken Spinach Lasagna and Roast Pork (main dish). 

They also have an impressive list of dessert selections of cakes, pastries, cupcakes, muffins and pies.

Their buffet packages start at Php600 per head (add VAT) for a minimum of 30 persons. If you're not into buffet, the functions rooms can still be had for 2 hours with a minimum food order (price depends on the function room size/capacity).

For motre details on their menu, check Mom and Tina's website.