Bad Burgers CDO: Burgers That Are Bad But In A Good Way

"We all need to make time for a burger once in a while."
~Erica Durance

There are some things that are irresistible, especially when it comes to food (e.g. burger). So don't halt yourself from having your comfort food, just not too much. Like what Erica Durance said, we all need to make time for a "burger", even, once in a while.

There was once that known burger joint which offered delectable various kinds of burgers in Cagayan de Oro. Huge buns, multi-layered patties and overflowing sauces and veggies. These made the said burger joint become popular among Kagay-anons. But they are no longer to be found in the city, leaving the likes of me wondering what their burgers taste like. Not until Bad Burgers came at CDO Center Point.

Bad Burgers just recently opened to the public last February 12, 2016 at Corrales Avenue cor. Domingo Velez Street, right at the new CDO Center Point Arcade behind AA BBQ. A new addition to the burger joints in the city.

The first time I heard their name, it instantly made me curious. Why "Bad Burgers", and that how "bad" are their burgers? Silly but you can't help but ask the same questions yourself. And I heard that it has been gaining popularity in the city so there was no excuse for me not to try and visit their place. And also, to have answers to my silly questions. LOL :D

To be honest, I was excited that day when we went to the very place. I was with one of my officemates that time, with the other four to join us after an hour (different working shifts). And since we were waiting for the others, we were able to take pictures of the place and enjoy the comforting ambiance inside the resto.

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But in the next 30 minutes or so, we can no longer help ourselves from hunger. LOL. With all the other customers who already had their orders, we felt the need to order already so we won't be kicked out of the resto from not having any food in our table. But really, that's what we felt that time so we ordered ahead.

We had their French Fries, and Cheesy Bacon Mushroom. Irresistible as they look, I excitedly took slices of the burger to try to taste it. Man, the burger was juicy and the bun's softness was just right, not chewy and not hard. Though their fries tasted just same with the other restos and fastfood chains, still it satisfied the inner french fries lover in me.

Bucketfull of French Fries

Cheesy Bacon Mushroom  Burger

Later, our officemates arrived, surprised that I wasn't able to suppress my hunger. LOL. Anyways, they ordered Hawaiian with Cheese Burger, Beef Taco, another bucket-full of French Fries and a Triple Threat Burger.

Beef Taco

Hawaiian with Cheese Burger

I wasn't able to take a picture of the Triple Threat Burger but I can assure you that it was big with 3 juicy patties.

It was my first time to indulge such a huge burger. Plus, it didn't disappoint my taste buds. Even eating half of the burger is already satisfying. I must say it was really a bad burger. I mean bad, that it was good.

SO tell me honestly. You're craving for such burgers at this moment, right? Head on to Bad Burgers today and make sure to bring with you your family and friends.

Bigby's Cafe and Restaurant Cagayan de Oro: Celebrating Their 17th Year Anniversary with an All-Out Buffet

Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you who you are.

~Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin

 Last year 2015, I was able to get a free Banana Fanna from Bigby's Cafe and Restaurant after subscribing to their recently launched and official website Bigby's Cafe. It is a fried sugar coated banana (saba) that was sliced like a fan drizzled with syrup and topped with vanilla ice cream. It tasted like heaven partnered with their Strawberry-Mango Shake. And that was also my first time to enter their restaurant in Centrio Ayala Mall. I did take my time there, enjoying the dessert all by myself. Hoping that I'll be able to get another taste of that Banana Fanna one of these days. *fingers-crossed :D

And just last Last December 8, 2015, they celebrated their 17th year anniversary. In line with their celebration, they offered a buffet for all of its loyal and first-time customers. And that time, I, along with my other 2 friends went for the buffet.

I took the opportunity to take pictures of the interior that was adorned with pieces that will take you to the other parts of the world.

No doubt many Kagay-anons and even celebrities and foreigners drop by and spend quality time at Bigby's to enjoy their great food.

In the above picture is the spot that can be seen at the far left of the restaurant. It is my favorite spot where I got to enjoy their Banana Fanna for the first time. (This specific dessert really left an impression to me. :D)

Photo Source: Bigby's Cafe and Restaurant FB page

Photo Source: Bigby's Cafe and Restaurant FB page

Photo Source: Bigby's Cafe and Restaurant FB page

Photo Source: Bigby's Cafe and Restaurant FB page

Photo Source: Bigby's Cafe and Restaurant FB page

Photo Source: Bigby's Cafe and Restaurant FB page

Anyways, going back to the buffet day, not long before more guests arrived who were also thrilled about Bigby's buffet, my friends and I did take our food by turns so as not to leave our table unattended. The above pictures were some of the menu displayed for the buffet, and I just grabbed those pictures from Bigby's Facebook page since I felt shy taking pictures on that day (other guests might get annoyed if I pursued taking pictures that time LOL. And here's what consisted my plate. :D

And since I'm not a regular customer of Bigby's, I am not familiar with the dishes they served during the buffet. But looking at the portions, there you can see slices of calamares, carbonara, lechon manok, fried chicken... and others. LOL

That was my first plate but I took another round, and more of fruits and desserts. Man, that was the most satisfying dinner I had in my life.

I also got to share some quality chitchats with my 2 friends that time. Seemed they also enjoyed the food as well as the ambiance. I couldn't agree more to them.

The next time, I would like to try their Titanic Ice Cream since it's already summer time. I'm also intrigued with their Rack-a-Bye Baby Back Ribs since theirs are the most talked about. And to that Banana Fanna, I'm eyeing on you. :D

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Boy Zugba Cagayan de Oro: Early Christmas Treat Through Their Eat-All-You-Can Buffet

You don't need a silver fork to eat good food.

~Paul Prudhomme

 I can never say no when it comes to food, unless I've tried it before and that it tastes bad. That's the time it'll be a no. But not with Cagayan de Oro's popular kusina bisaya, Boy Zugba. Located at Corrales Avenue corner Ramon Chavez Street.

This was my first time at Boy Zugba, and have never been too excited. Ever since I've known that they do have a Trivia Night every Tuesdays, I've always wanted to participate. Knowing that the winning team gets GCs so that was another reason. LOL. But really, their food looks great too so I guess the food must taste good too. Fast forward, after we bought tickets a day before November 20, 2015, finally I got to enter the restaurant.

It was Boy Zugba's advanced celebration for the upcoming Christmas season offered for it's customers. For that, the whole resto was adorned with jolly and colorful christmas decors.

By the time I was already at my seat, I instantly felt like it's a home away from home. Inviting and surprisingly, colorful but still calm in the eye. I was with my officemates that time, so I wasn't worried being with a crowd of buffet-goers that I don't know.

We were waiting for my other officemates to arrive when suddenly, we felt hungry. So we dived the buffet for we can no longer wait for them. LOL.

These were some of the menu on Boy Zugba's buffet.

Fresh Lumpia

Cucumber, tomato, unripe mango cubes

Pinakbet, Bihon and Shanghai Lumpia

Kinilaw

Chicken Inasal

Cheesy Chorizo

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Cassava Cake

Assorted fruit slices

I didn't make myself confused on which dishes to choose, but put them all on my plate. Wait up! I only took small portions though. :D

My plate looks like the one above. I told you, I only took small portions. LOL. Until all of my officemates arrived and one by one they also took their buffet plates. 

I should say, I was really full that time. Man, I did enjoy the cheesy chorizo the most and it was my super star. Then I took a lot fruit slices later that eating time.

And since there was a program laid that night, we did took our time there. We were able to witness the powerful voice of Muriel Lomadilla, one of the grand finalists of Pilipinas Got Talent Season 3, and the angelic voices of the city's pride, the Golden Friendship Choral. Much entertained when they sung the Lion King song "Circle of Life". I was very impressed big time!

Later, Boy Zugba's TGIB or Thank God It's Beernes that happens every Friday of the week, started. The hosts Jek-jek and Sig did entertain all of us through their humor and comic actions. It was a night filled with laughter. We went home with so much glee on our faces.

Image Source: Boy Zugba Facebook page

And Just last February 8, 2016, I was able to attend Boy Zugba's 1st Anniversary. And I was so glad to be able to taste their food for the second time around. I can never get enough of their chicken inasal. And all of us were serenaded by the Tamarisk Band. It was blast!:D

Until the next time Boy Zugba! :D

Things That I Would Like To Do This 2016

"We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time."~ T. S. Eliot

A year has just concluded and now we're on the year 2016. Does the new year means new beginning? Naah. It only means that we are continuing to live in this world. Let me ask you these questions. How was your year 2015? Did it end the way you want it to end? Have you done all of the things you've wanted before 2016 entered? Now, let me know your thoughts by commenting below. But before that, I'll be the one to answer these questions first. Would you let me? :D

2015 was a great year, well, for me. I can't enumerate all of the reasons but just to summarize, I had memorable adventures, reunions, opportunities and first times. Yes. And I bet you had too.

And did 2015 end the way I wanted it to be. I can say that it didn't work out right. But still, it was not the worst year end though.

And if I have done all of the things that I've wanted to do last 2015? Naah, I have a long list so I'd say not yet but I'm hoping that this year, I'll be able to fulfill this.

If you're asking what are the things that I've wanted to do last year that weren't pushed through, I have an answer for that and definitely would like to accomplish them this 2016. *fingers-crossed

WARNING: This is going to be a long list. Don't worry, it won't be endless. :D


Things That I Would Like To Do This 2016

Visit The City Museum of Cagayan de Oro (Cagayan de Oro)

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The place where one can witness some of Cagayan de Oro's history. Did you know that it was once a water tank tower? This 1922 structure was turned into a museum in 2008 under the ruling of the former Mayor Jaraula. It's a shame, I haven't visited this place yet. Counted some days way back last year to visit this but didn't had the chance. But hopefully I can find time to really enter this museum this coming days. It's very accessible, one can just head to the St. Augustine Cathedral (beside) or the Gaston Park (back) and you can instantly site this tall building.

Rappelling at Mapawa Nature Park (Cagayan de Oro)

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I've been to this place before when I was in high school but a lot has already changed in this place. Mapawa Nature Park currently has different leisure and adventure facilities where families and group of friends can really enjoy. But I haven't seen this specific falls before where one can enjoy rappelling. I'll definitely invite some friends and share with them this nature adventure. Located at Malasag, Cugman, Cagayan de Oro City.

Enjoy the Cityscape at High Ridge (Cagayan de Oro)

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Located at Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro, which was only accessible by private vehicle or taxi, but that was before, for High Ridge currently offers free shuttle service. Shuttle is stationed at Brgy. Macasandig Covered court (in-front of Corpus Christi School) following schedules. This is convenient for me for transport was really the problem before, and now that they have free shuttle service, I can say that they have considered the customers' concerns. This restaurant on a hilltop brags about the customers being able to see Cagayan de Oro's cityscape which some says, the view is best at night where the city lights have already awoken. This alone excites me, and that I'm so eager to be able to visit the place. I've already talked some of my friends and opened the idea of going to high ridge maybe anytime this year, so I'm hoping for it to really happen. 

Nature Viewing at Ultra Winds Mountain Resort (Bukidnon)

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Loving the view as shown in the picture. My sister's statement about Ultra Winds is that the place is similar with Bukidnon's Dahilayan Adventure and Forest Park, having leisure and adventure facilities too. I've also seen some of her photos that were taken at night, and the fog was thick and that the wind was really chilly. I've been to Dahilayan before but wasn't able to stay there up until night so a night at Ultra Winds would suffice. But they said that the road going there was a challenge so I was thinking that this would make my friends to back out from the idea of visiting the place. But for sure, the experience will be worth it. I think that's what really counts.

Chasing Falls: Katibawasan Falls (Camiguin)

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I am definitely that person who is so fascinated with natural waters such as waterfalls. As far as I can remember, I have already seen 3 waterfalls namely the Mintugsok Falls in Cagayan de Oro, Maria Cristina Falls and Tinago Falls both in Iligan City. The latter was the best falls I've seen yet, and I bet everyone who have been to Tinago Falls would agree. And this Katibawasan has been a dream to me since when I have known about Camiguin. And probably, If this dream will be lived to reality, I would love to tour the whole island of Camiguin. I was thinking to have this this coming Holy Week celebration.

Chasing Falls: Dodiongan Falls (Iligan)

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Since Iligan City is called the City of Majestic Waterfalls, who would not think of exploring all of its falls? I had this idea last year's December month but I wasn't able to do it due to lack of time and resources so I'm hoping that this time, this year, I'll be able to enjoy Iligan City's waterfalls. This Dodiongan Falls is just one of those falls that tourists and locals can find in Iligan City. Impressive right?

Chasing Falls: Mintugsok Falls (Cagayan de Oro)

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I might have mentioned earlier that I've been and seen Mintugsok Falls way back in high school but I want to relive that moment this year. Since we were in a camping that time, we were just given less time so we weren't able to really enjoy the falls. Now that the place has been renovated, I know it'll be safer to trek the Malasag mountains. How I wish I can bring with me my high school batchmates and to think that it could be our reunion. So excited with the idea. :D

Cave Exploring: Macahambus Cave (Cagayan de Oro)

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When we were headed to the first River Rafting base last September 2015 (yes, I've already conquered Cagayan de Oro's whitewater rafting and I'm proud of it), we passed by the Macahambus Adventure Park and said to myself that I would love to explore it. I've never entered a natural cave before so this is an opportunity for me. I didn't mention Palawan's Underground River yet for I think I can't really get there this year. Maybe the next year's post, it'll be included. :D

See Divine Mercy Shrine in Person (El Salvador)

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Just a 30-minute ride from the city proper is The Divine Mercy Shrine in El Salvador. Last year, my friend and I decided to go at this place but didn't happen. And just as 2015 was about to end, she got engaged with her boyfriend so this idea is no longer possible. Just wishing her the best. But anyways, I'm still thinking of going to this place with friends, or maybe, with my family. Large group of people do visit the place when religious celebrations happen, being the largest religious landmark yet in Northern Mindanao.

Buy a Table Figurine in Lifestyle House of Decors (Cagayan de Oro)

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I've noticed a lot of crafts store around the city and haven't entered a single store yet. I'm fond of crafts, ironically having no table figurines yet, so a visit to Lifestyle House of Decors would do. Hoping to find unique and one of a kind figurines at this store. And I've thought of giving some to my mother, so she can display it somewhere in our house.

Have a Cup of Coffee from Chardiel Coffee Machine Cafe (Cagayan de Oro)

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Not so fond of going to coffee shops for I prefer coffee sipping at home, but a time at Chardiel Coffee Machine Shop is a must. Being the newest coffee shop to open in the city, their interiors are inviting and which suggests a true coffee moment ambiance. Located at Door 111, Great Spot Arcade, J.R. Borja Extension, a motorela or taxi-ride will take you there.

Kogi-Q Luto-luto Ta! (Cagayan de Oro)

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I was embarrassed the last time when I invited two of my friends to Kogi-Q thinking that it can be found in Ayala Centrio Mall until I realized it is located in Limketkai Mall. Red-faced so we headed to Tokyo Bubble Tea instead for we have no time to take a ride going to Limketkai that time. That's why I included Kogi-Q Luto-luto Ta! in this list. I was just curious about this restaurant letting you cook and grill your own food. Yes, you heard it right! Drooling just by imagining it. Yum!

Visit Pane e Dolci and Try their Sylvannas

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I have this friend who just teased me with her eating sylvannas. Why? She already have known that I've always wanted to try sylvannas before when my cousin's wife shared a photo of sylvannas on facebook, and ever since that time, I was craving for it. Ever tried it? You must have been loving it, and I'm here waiting for that time when I can really have a taste of this heaven's treat. Hoping for it this coming week. Yayy!

So, this list isn't really a long list right? For it seemed impossible for me to complete all of what's in my mind the time I was writing this. Back to you, have you done these things already? Or you want to do these too? Let me know your thoughts by commenting below. Cheers for a fun-filled 2016! :D