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.

DIY Cake Toppers (From Plain to Fabulous!)

It happens sometimes, right? When you have tons in your list that you forgot order a special cake for your party or you simply do not have a budget for that customized cake your daughter would surely love...

Well, moms are like magicians so those little hiccups can easily be sorted out with a bowl full of patience and mountains of creativity. Yes, we can decorate our own cakes!

Here are some ideas:

Cake flags and buntings work like magic for decorating or topping up round cakes..

Or light it up with candles

For my daughter's birthday party in school, I didn't buy customized cake but settled for a regular round cake. To liven up the cake, I used fancy candles.

My aunt found this cute and stylish tiny candelabra and turned a plain chocolate cake into an awesome party cake! Everyone wants to blow those tiny candles!

There are dozens of ideas you can explore with decorating a plain cake. No need to put a hole in your pocket for a cake that's elegantly styled but 3/4 styro you can't even serve to all your guests.

Be creative and resourceful! You'll be surprised with what you can come up with.

Party Venue: Castillo Royale Ortigas

If you're up and about to executing a Royal themed party, this is THE venue. Castillo Royale perfectly suits a magical party fit for a princess to be. 

Look at that ceilings with fabulous swags! It's even more charming when the lights are on and with extra decorations. I was shown a photo of a sample basic setup and it's already good as it is.

A powder/dressing room is also provided at the mezzanine. Brides or debutantes can have the dramatic entrance through the elegant staircase.

This ballroom is at the 5th Floor of MORE Building and can accommodate up to 350 guests. It is huge, clean (as it is relatively new) and without obstructing pillars.

Rental fee is at Php40,000 for 4 hours use. It includes 15 tables and 150 pieces of Tiffany chairs. There's a corkage fee for clients bringing outside caterers since they also have packages that includes food and complete amenities.

Castillo Royale Ortigas

MORE Business Center

Ortigas Avenue Extension

Taytay, Rizal

Tel nos 584-3272/584-3275