So Korean

It is said that the best way to a man's heart is through his stomach. I'll stretch it a bit, the best way to race's heart is through his senses and stomach. 

Over the years, we've experienced a sort of Korean "invasion". It started with the Korean telenovela (series) shown on primetime TV, in all networks. When it happened, we knew that its Mexican counterpart is no more. 

Central to the themes of all the television series' are the Korean's love of food. The way it's prepared triggered a gustatory curiosity amongst the foodie and even those who are in constantly watching what they eat. 

Amazingly, its food is healthy. To us viewers, it feels like food, is part and parcel of the Korean culture. And so a demand for cabbage wrapped vegetable dishes and kimchis spike the enterprising Pinoys. And of course, some Koreans have set up shop to offer authentic cuisine. 

Wherever you go in the Philippines, whether it's in the province or in the highly urbanized cities, there will be one or more Korean restaurant around. 

Lately, we've been having our fill of bibimbap, cabbage stew and bulgogi. A few nights back, we've finally tried Sariwon in High Street Central at the Bonifacio Global City. We were in for a treat. Although, the menu is sparse but the taste and experience more than made up for it. 

wet tissue. just add cold water and it "grows"

It's a nice touch. One can be assured that at the kitchen, the staff takes great care in handling the ingredients. And of course, we like to eat with clean hands. So, it's such a welcome mind conditioning. 


I ordered bibimbap (rice topped with assorted vegetable and egg) while Mara had her cabbage stew. As we wait for the food to arrive, we were treated to these.

Refillable side dishes. On the house.

The house tea is also very soothing and it tastes yum. The main courses are superb also. 

Bibimbap and cold rice pops. Nomnomnom.

The price is okay. The portions can be better though. 

Bulgogi Brothers (Greenbelt 5) rates better but if you're in High Street, I'll surely recommend this.


Will we go back? Definitely.


 

Bulgogi Brothers

We decided to snip away some of the stress of corporate life last night at StudioFix by Alex Carbonell in Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center. Of course, my hairstylist Hermes, who's taking Personality Development lessons in John Roberts Power, know that am just in for a trim. I have this weird fixation on the quality of my bangs, and of its length. And Hermes knows that I am as thrilled with StudioFix's segafredo coffee that I drink black -- that good!

My friend Erica had her hair colored, highlights and lowlights, name it. And the result is just fabulous. Naturally, we were famished afterwards. But the restaurants in the mall were mostly closed already. 

One shining beacon that welcomed us was the Bulgogi Brothers. We've never tried it so, we don't know what to expect. 

Once seated, our table manager presented us with the menu. Erica and I both settled with the Beef Bibimbap. A few minutes later, our waiter came back with all these, on the house. 

Side dishes galore. On the house.

 These were served to us with a flourish. Really appreciated. And we were served with its house tea that tasted so good, we finished the content of the pitcher. 

House Tea.

 Dinner was this. 

Beef Bibimbap (P395).

 It's delish! You have to dip it in the miso soup for a twist.

Dining at Bulgogi Brothers is an experience worth repeating. Good food, nice ambience and excellent customer service. 

Try it.